Company Address: Address Laxmi Plaza, Biashara Street, 3rd Floor room 8 P.O.BOX 1741 – 00100 Nairobi

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Our client a microfinance bank is seeking to engage the services of a Fiance Manager to join their team.

    Overall Purpose of the Job

    Responsible for the financial health of a company or organization. In charge of producing financial reports and developing strategies based on financial research. Provides guidance to senior executives in making sound business decisions in the long and short terms

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Monitors the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
    Oversees financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants
    Contracts outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
    Tracks the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
    Researches and analyses financial reports and market trends and establishes methods for minimising financial risk to the company
    Provides insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
    Reviews financial data and prepares monthly and annual reports
    Presents financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives and clients in formal meetings
    Stays up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
    Establishes and maintains financial policies and procedures for the company
    Understands and adheres to financial regulations and legislation
    Develops financial management mechanisms that minimise financial risk and conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
    Monitors and interprets cash flows and predicts future trends through analyzing change and advising accordingly
    Does any other duties as assigned

    Qualification and experience

    Bachelors degree in finance/ accounting
    CPA (K)
    At least 3 years experience as an accountant in a busy financial institution

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Our Client a Microfinance bank in Nairobi – Kenya, is seeking to engage the services of an accountant to join their team.

    Roles & Responsibilities:

    Finance Duties

    Ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting systems ( Bankers Realm)
    Monitoring of cash flow situation of the Institution and updating of the departmental head of the cash flow position and any need for inter-bank funds transfers.
    Liaise  with  all  accounts  assistants  to ensure  timeliness  of  flow  of  data for  monthly report preparation.
    Ensuring that the files for bank transfers, bank reconciliations, and Cheques are up to date and are kept safely and available to authorized staff only.
    Maintaining the asset register.
    Preparation and processing of vendors payments.
    Preparation of end month journals for posting in the system. And thereafter undertake the monthly sub ledger reconciliations.
    Ensure payment of all branch expense claims and that adequate amounts are available in the respective branches, to enable continued sustenance of branch needs.
    Assist the departmental head in budget preparation and consolidation.
    Help in facilitating the work of Internal and External Auditors and assisting in implementation of audit recommendations.
    Filing of company statutory returns (WHT, Excise duty, PAYE, NSSF and NHIF)
    Generation of the CBK report

    Payroll process

    Administering the company’s payroll and associated statutory requirements (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, leave) and other authorized pay deductions
    Work closely with the Head of Finance and HR department to prepare accurate inputs, deductions and computations for monthly payroll processing for all staff.
    Provide assistance in the preparation of monthly payroll cost analysis and reports by including summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions and leave days

    KNOW HOW AND EXPERIENCE

    Qualification and experience

    Bachelors degree in finance/ accounting
    CPA qualification Minimum Part two.
    At least 3 years experience as an accountant in a busy financial institution

    Organisation and Administration skills

    Excellent organisation, time, work and self management skills
    Ability to establish daily and monthly priorities and activities and manage own diary
    Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor own and handle heavy workload
    Ability to work well under pressure and against conflicting deadlines
    Ability to act with initiative in all matters and handle confidential information

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Marketing Manager

    Marketing Manager

    Our client is seeking to engage the services of a Marketing Manager.

    Responsibilities

    Develop marketing plans in collaboration with the content strategist and the CEO
    Manage the day-to-day responsibilities of marketing execution – from hands-on operational work to coordinating their team and holding them accountable for contractual deliverables and KPIs
    Scale impact by equipping the Sales and operations teams to  drive lead generation and retention
    Leverage partnerships and develop opportunities
    Successfully localize our brand while maintaining the core brand values and mission
    Approve all marketing content (brand, visual, messaging) as per brand guidelines prior to public distribution, seeking additional approval from the CEO when necessary
    Manage frequent stakeholder interactions with the Operations teams and Sales teams, as well as a wide range of other functions, including Performance Marketing, Events, Brand and Social Media.
    Support your team with content posting to maintain respective channels if and when appropriate
    Actively work on improving information sharing, training, goal setting and key marketing KPIs
    Communicate regular updates to the COO and CEO on marketing objectives and progress
    Participate in the annual budgeting process 
    Assist in content capture of events and experiences for our relative platforms
    Act as a brand ambassador at events

    Qualifications and Competencies

    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
    At least 5-7 years of marketing experience in a medium to high growth company
    Events experience preferred
    Google Ads management necessary, 
    social media ads experience necessary, 
    email marketing experience necessary,
    website management experience necessary 
    Continuously seeking out opportunities to learn and improve
    Highly creative and able to formulate a unique vision for our communities and members
    Flexible and can adapt accordingly to newly formed organizations
    Keen attention to detail along with strong organizational and project management skills.
    Results driven with an ability to execute independently
    Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
    Exceptional organization skills and multi-tasking skills
    Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit – The company is growing incredibly quickly, meaning each employee will be given significant responsibility and autonomy. This will mean hard work, but will also mean much room for innovation in developing processes that could benefit the company and create room for significant personal and career growth.

    Do’er:

    Credibility is earned through execution and getting things done.
    You are able to deliver results under the highest of expectations, on time and quality.
    Be ready to get hands-on with all aspects of the daily needs. The buck stops with you.
    Pragmatism and outcomes orientation are valued and lead to wins.
    Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
    Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

    Solution-centric:

    Have the flexibility to think outside of the “box”.
    Theres nothing wrong with a traditional way – but we dont mind if you feel you can push the envelope and innovate 
    Ability to foresee and identify needs of the team.
    Takes a solution orientated approach – no fuss approach to any issues that may arise.

    Collaborator:

    There is no room for “I” . Every role and individual is in the organization to serve We.
    Builds trust across the organization by being a good listener and inclusively soliciting input.
    You are open to new and innovative solutions.
    You must present well, and communicate clearly and effectively to upper management and internal departments.
    Also willing to adjust course when appropriate new ideas or objections are raised.
    You love working with people!

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Branch Manager

    Branch Manager

    Our Client, a provider of office spaces, is looking to engage the services of a Branch Manager to join their team.

    Job Responsibilities

    Ensure levels of customer satisfaction are maintained and retention rates are on or above set targets. 
    Work with the accounts department to ensure accurate membership invoicing 
     Ensure prompt collection of payments, in line with goals. Refer to the debt collection policy
    Enforce membership policies, such as deposit, signing of licence agreement, notice period, house rules etc.
    Oversee office supervisor to ensure deliverables and targets are met
    Ensure core utilities and services are delivered at all times
    Keeping staff on track with their targets and deliverables 
    Offering support and leadership in their decision-making and development
    Lead staff on the importance of customer service and how to deliver on their goals  Manage the monthly budget by approving and rejecting expenses. 
    Find quality suppliers, know when to recognize quality suppliers, and seek out recommendations and referrals. 

    Qualifications

    Minimum Bachelors Degree in Business Administration/Management
    Atleast 5 years experience in a operation leadership position
    Experience leading a team and managing customers
    Problem Solving skills

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • HR Manager

    HR Manager

    Our client a Microfinance bank is seeking to engage the services of a HR Manager to join their team.

    JOB PURPOSE

    To handle administrative tasks as it relates to recruitment and selection, salary and benefits administration, leave management, reward management, training and development, and health, safety and welfare program ensuring compliance to internal and local employment regulatory policies, procedures and practices.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Recruitment and Selection

    Coordinates advertising of vacant positions internally and with the local employment agencies and newspapers.
    Receives applications and lists applicants on a control sheet, setting out name, date the application was received and actions taken and submits the same to the finance and admin.  Manager.
    Notifies and schedules successful applicants for interview and testing procedures.
    Administers tests and submits results to the finance manager for interpretation.
    Obtains references and conducts background check for successful applicant.
    Ensures newly hired employees submit required documents such as transcript of record, copy of the diploma and reference letters.
    Assists newly hired employee in accomplishing the personal data sheet, health insurance form.
    Prepares employment contracts ensuring that basic terms and conditions of employment are clearly defined in the document.
    Informs Finance and Administration Department of the terms and conditions of the employment contract to facilitate inclusion of new employees in the company payroll.
    Schedules induction of new employees and the new employee’s immediate superior who will run through the main points of the Employee Handbook and carry out a detailed induction, respectively.
    Provides new employees with a copy of the Employee Handbook.

    HR Operations, Salary and Benefits Administration

    Maintains personnel files and ensures that files are up to date.
    Tracks and records absences, lateness, under time and overtime to ensure that appropriate deduction are applied.
    Maintains and updates leave taking records to ensure that staff take and are able to take the leave that is due to them.
    Prepares the appropriate documentation related to employee movement and change of status.
    Implements all Company-initiated and government-mandated benefits.
    Prepares employee benefit documents and other documents requested by the employee for external use.
    Prepares and submits to appropriate government agencies required forms for new employees.
    Prepares and submits on time required employee related reports in compliance to legal regulatory and statutory regulations (e.g. income tax, health, pension, etc).
    Processes maternity, sickness and loan benefits of employees with the appropriate agencies.
    Provides appropriate forms to employees upon request and acts as first point of contact of employee queries with regards to HR policies and procedures

    Training and Development

    Disseminating training schedule and program to appropriate employees.
    Monitors the training expenses against the budget and submits reports to the finance and admin.  Manager.
    Responsible for the registration and confirmation of attendance by participants.
    Follows up availability of resource persons and logistical requirements.
    Monitors attendance of training participants during the training period.
    Facilitates the preparation of certificates of attendance/completion.
    Designs post-training evaluation forms.
    Consolidates post-training evaluation results and prepares and submits evaluation report to the HR Manager.
    Assists in conducting Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and development of appropriate training program.
    Assists in the delivery of products and services training and learning programs to employees.
    Prepares training materials and other logistical requirements.
    Coordinates with Administration Department regarding the availability and requirement for scheduled training activities.
    Drafts the training schedule and budget and submits the same to the Human Resource Manager for approval procedures.

    Self-development

    Develops and maintains own knowledge, expertise and professionalism.
    Keeps abreast of current developments in microfinance and banking industry including micro and macro environmental factors and trends.
    Meets personal training and development needs through relevant HR related professional and commercial training and networking activities

    Board meeting logistics

    Supports the CEO in the preparation and board packet preparation for Board meetings.

    Assist in the compilation and distribution of minutes and matters arising

    Qualification

    Bachelor’s degree OR Diploma from a reputable university or college

    Professional HR qualification from the Institute Of Human Resources Management

     HR Experience and Training

    At least 4 years’ experience in human resource administration
    At least 1 year experience in organising training activities
    Knowledge of recruitment, employment practices, training and development, remuneration and benefits, pension and retirement plans, and employee relations

    Banking Compliance Regulations and Legal Legislation

    Knowledge of related statutory compliance regulations, employment and labour laws, tax laws and HR principles
    Knowledge of General Banking Act or Financial Services Act and local legal regulations
    Knowledge of lending and transformation products and services

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Legal Officer

    Legal Officer

    Our client a Microfinance bank in Nairobi is seeking to engage the services of a Legal Officer.

    Overall Purpose of the Job

    To provide legal expertise, guidance, and support to the organization, enabling it to operate within the confines of the law, minimize legal risks, and protect its interests.

    Duties & Responsibilities

    Legal Advice: Provide accurate and timely legal advice to the organization on various matters, including contracts, regulations, policies, and procedures. Interpret and explain legal issues to management and staff members.
    Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to the organization’s operations. Stay updated with changes in legislation and inform the organization about any potential impact on its activities.
    Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, such as client contracts, vendor agreements, employment contracts, and lease agreements. Identify legal risks and recommend necessary modifications to protect the organization’s interests.
    Legal Research: Conduct legal research on specific areas of law relevant to the organization’s operations. Stay informed about precedents, legal developments, and best practices. Prepare legal opinions and memos based on research findings.
    Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Assist in managing litigation matters, including drafting legal documents, coordinating with external lawyers, and representing the organization in court or alternative dispute resolution processes. Work closely with external legal counsel when necessary.
    Policy and Procedure Development: Develop, review, and update the organization’s policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation. Provide guidance on the implementation and enforcement of policies within the organization.
    Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance legal awareness among employees. Provide guidance on legal issues, ethics, and compliance to ensure a strong understanding of legal requirements across the organization.
    Regulatory Compliance: Monitor regulatory requirements and assist in obtaining necessary licenses, permits, and approvals. Liaise with regulatory bodies and government agencies on legal matters and ensure timely submission of reports and filings.
    Document Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal records, contracts, and other legal documents. Implement effective document management systems to ensure easy retrieval and proper storage of legal documents.
    Risk Assessment: Identify and assess legal risks associated with the organization’s activities and propose risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with other departments, such as risk management or finance, to address legal risks proactively.
    Stakeholder Engagement: Interact with external stakeholders, such as clients, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and legal professionals, to represent the organization’s legal interests and negotiate agreements or settlements when required.

    Key Skills and Qualifications

    A Bachelor of Law Degree
    Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
    At least 3 years’ experience in the Banking industry

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Sales Executive

    Sales Executive

    People Foco Agency Lts is a Licensed recruitment and HR consultancy firm based in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Our services include:

    Local and International Recruitment
    Employer of Record Services
    HR Manager Outsourcing Services
    Payroll Outsourcing Services
    HR Audit
    HR Restructuring

    We are looking for Sales Executives with HR industry background to join our team.

    Key Responsibilities

    The sales executive will be tasked with the responsibility of sourcing for corporate clients with the need for recruitment and Payroll services. Key tasks to be undertaken include:

    Acquire new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, face to face meetings and ensure regular follow up on leads
    Visiting potential/existing customers to demonstrate all the services offered.
    Communicate effectively to customers, giving precise solutions and present quotations in a most professional manner.
    Close sales and convince clients why services offered by the Company are superior and beneficial than what competition offers
    Achievement of the desired and agreed sales growth target for your portfolio.
    Submit daily, weekly and monthly reports of key accounts held

    Qualifications/Knowledge and experience

    A Sales/Marketing degree, or a business related degree from a recognized university with experience in sales, or diploma in sales or its equivalent will be considered.
    Must have a minimum 3 years practical experience in the HR Consultancy industry.

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Our client a microfinance bank is seeking to engage the services of a Fiance Manager to join their team.

    Overall Purpose of the Job

    Responsible for the financial health of a company or organization. In charge of producing financial reports and developing strategies based on financial research. Provides guidance to senior executives in making sound business decisions in the long and short terms

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Monitors the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
    Oversees financial department employees, including financial assistants and accountants
    Contracts outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary
    Tracks the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement
    Researches and analyses financial reports and market trends and establishes methods for minimising financial risk to the company
    Provides insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision making
    Reviews financial data and prepares monthly and annual reports
    Presents financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives and clients in formal meetings
    Stays up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
    Establishes and maintains financial policies and procedures for the company
    Understands and adheres to financial regulations and legislation
    Develops financial management mechanisms that minimise financial risk and conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
    Monitors and interprets cash flows and predicts future trends through analyzing change and advising accordingly
    Does any other duties as assigned

    Qualification and experience

    Bachelors degree in finance/ accounting
    CPA (K)
    At least 3 years experience as an accountant in a busy financial institution

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Our Client a Microfinance bank in Nairobi – Kenya, is seeking to engage the services of an accountant to join their team.

    Roles & Responsibilities:

    Finance Duties

    Ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting systems ( Bankers Realm)
    Monitoring of cash flow situation of the Institution and updating of the departmental head of the cash flow position and any need for inter-bank funds transfers.
    Liaise  with  all  accounts  assistants  to ensure  timeliness  of  flow  of  data for  monthly report preparation.
    Ensuring that the files for bank transfers, bank reconciliations, and Cheques are up to date and are kept safely and available to authorized staff only.
    Maintaining the asset register.
    Preparation and processing of vendors payments.
    Preparation of end month journals for posting in the system. And thereafter undertake the monthly sub ledger reconciliations.
    Ensure payment of all branch expense claims and that adequate amounts are available in the respective branches, to enable continued sustenance of branch needs.
    Assist the departmental head in budget preparation and consolidation.
    Help in facilitating the work of Internal and External Auditors and assisting in implementation of audit recommendations.
    Filing of company statutory returns (WHT, Excise duty, PAYE, NSSF and NHIF)
    Generation of the CBK report

    Payroll process

    Administering the company’s payroll and associated statutory requirements (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, leave) and other authorized pay deductions
    Work closely with the Head of Finance and HR department to prepare accurate inputs, deductions and computations for monthly payroll processing for all staff.
    Provide assistance in the preparation of monthly payroll cost analysis and reports by including summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions and leave days

    KNOW HOW AND EXPERIENCE

    Qualification and experience

    Bachelors degree in finance/ accounting
    CPA qualification Minimum Part two.
    At least 3 years experience as an accountant in a busy financial institution

    Organisation and Administration skills

    Excellent organisation, time, work and self management skills
    Ability to establish daily and monthly priorities and activities and manage own diary
    Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor own and handle heavy workload
    Ability to work well under pressure and against conflicting deadlines
    Ability to act with initiative in all matters and handle confidential information

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net

  • Marketing Manager

    Marketing Manager

    Our client is seeking to engage the services of a Marketing Manager.

    Responsibilities

    Develop marketing plans in collaboration with the content strategist and the CEO
    Manage the day-to-day responsibilities of marketing execution – from hands-on operational work to coordinating their team and holding them accountable for contractual deliverables and KPIs
    Scale impact by equipping the Sales and operations teams to  drive lead generation and retention
    Leverage partnerships and develop opportunities
    Successfully localize our brand while maintaining the core brand values and mission
    Approve all marketing content (brand, visual, messaging) as per brand guidelines prior to public distribution, seeking additional approval from the CEO when necessary
    Manage frequent stakeholder interactions with the Operations teams and Sales teams, as well as a wide range of other functions, including Performance Marketing, Events, Brand and Social Media.
    Support your team with content posting to maintain respective channels if and when appropriate
    Actively work on improving information sharing, training, goal setting and key marketing KPIs
    Communicate regular updates to the COO and CEO on marketing objectives and progress
    Participate in the annual budgeting process 
    Assist in content capture of events and experiences for our relative platforms
    Act as a brand ambassador at events

    Qualifications and Competencies

    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
    At least 5-7 years of marketing experience in a medium to high growth company
    Events experience preferred
    Google Ads management necessary, 
    social media ads experience necessary, 
    email marketing experience necessary,
    website management experience necessary 
    Continuously seeking out opportunities to learn and improve
    Highly creative and able to formulate a unique vision for our communities and members
    Flexible and can adapt accordingly to newly formed organizations
    Keen attention to detail along with strong organizational and project management skills.
    Results driven with an ability to execute independently
    Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
    Exceptional organization skills and multi-tasking skills
    Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit – The company is growing incredibly quickly, meaning each employee will be given significant responsibility and autonomy. This will mean hard work, but will also mean much room for innovation in developing processes that could benefit the company and create room for significant personal and career growth.

    Do’er:

    Credibility is earned through execution and getting things done.
    You are able to deliver results under the highest of expectations, on time and quality.
    Be ready to get hands-on with all aspects of the daily needs. The buck stops with you.
    Pragmatism and outcomes orientation are valued and lead to wins.
    Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
    Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

    Solution-centric:

    Have the flexibility to think outside of the “box”.
    Theres nothing wrong with a traditional way – but we dont mind if you feel you can push the envelope and innovate 
    Ability to foresee and identify needs of the team.
    Takes a solution orientated approach – no fuss approach to any issues that may arise.

    Collaborator:

    There is no room for “I” . Every role and individual is in the organization to serve We.
    Builds trust across the organization by being a good listener and inclusively soliciting input.
    You are open to new and innovative solutions.
    You must present well, and communicate clearly and effectively to upper management and internal departments.
    Also willing to adjust course when appropriate new ideas or objections are raised.
    You love working with people!

    Apply via :

    peoplefoco.etalent.net