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  • Finance & Accounts Manager

    Finance & Accounts Manager

    Ref No: 3525
    Through its rigorous quality controlled processes, they provide fresh high quality nutritious and delicious dairy products from farm to shelf on a daily basis and continue to grow in its quest to put a smile on its consumer’s faces and bring in the FUN!!
    The successful candidate shall take up the role of a Finance & Accounts Manager and play a key role in Senior Management towards building the finance & accounts department, mentoring and coaching staff in the department and providing the company with overall financial leadership, controls and advisory services.
    Responsibilities

    Timely and accurate financial reporting
    Formulate and implement financial policies and procedures to govern and guide internal controls
    Risk identification and minimization
    Asset management and optimization & proper record keeping
    Internal auditing and liaising with external auditors for the annual audit
    Oversee and ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements
    Stocks & Inventory accounting and management
    Supplier payments and reconciliations
    Cash flow Management, planning and budgeting
    Stakeholder management, people management & financial advisor

    Qualifications

    Bachelor Degree in Commerce or a Business related course. Master’s degree is an added advantage
    Must be a CPA (K) or ACCA holder
    7-10 years’ experience in Finance & Accounting 4 of which should be at a senior level in a similar capacity.
    Experience in the FMCG sector is an added advantage
    Experience and exposure to distribution is an added advantage
    Must have demonstrable experience in leading and managing people
    Excellent planning, negotiation, presentation,communication, leadership and analytical skills and resourceful in nature
    Must have an entrepreneurial spirit
    Self-driven and able to work independently & an excellent team player

  • Commercial Property Caretaker

    Commercial Property Caretaker

    Requirements

    Diploma in Technology in Real Estate Valuation and Property Management, and or alternatively ;
    Accounting to CPA Part 2;
    Architectural Diploma/Packages.
    Technical background such as diploma in Building Technology, Electrical or Plumbing.
    At least 2 years experience in property management.

    Qualities & Skill

    Good management capability and commercial acumen.
    Good communication and writing skills, and PR, to be able to deal with tenants, service providers, and other parties.
    Good initiative and ability to organize and supervise building functions, services, and maintenance.
    Firm personality, with determination and energy.
    Results oriented.

  • Farm Manager

    Farm Manager

    Duma Works is recruiting a Farm Manager for one of our clients to work on a farm in Eldoret.
    Role Overview 
    Farm managers are responsible for rearing farm animals, tending crops, maximizing total yield, managing farm equipment supply, overall budget activities, on-field staff, and administrating the farm activities. They have to provide both technical and practical assistance regarding the farm management and make appropriate business for obtaining higher profitability.
    The main component of the farm can bearable, dairy, livestock, or a combination of these. Crops range includes cereals, grains, oilseeds, vegetables, and/or salad crops. Livestock includes cows, pigs, sheep, or poultry.
    Job Responsibilities

    Deciding the type of crops to be planted, its quality, quantity, and mode of harvest, preparing detailed plans regarding its planting and harvesting schedules, and collaborating with farm operators for carrying out these activities.
    Planning and preparing the finance reports, setting up budget limit for various farm activities, and maintaining the farm activities in agreement with the budgeted parameters
    Performing laborious farm activities like driving tractors on the field, operating field based machinery and equipment, spraying fertilizers on the field, managing livestock, etc.
    Hiring the full time / temporary field workers for tilling the ground, managing harvest, feeding livestock, and other minor duties as required, and managing the work schedule, wages, etc., of these workers accordingly
    Buying the farm supplies like seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and food for livestock and arranging the repair and maintenance of field equipment, machinery, farm buildings, etc.
    Managing the sales and marketing of farm products like crop harvest, livestock, and dairy production, and planning the production yield on scheduled time for sending it at market auctions within the specified deadline
    Monitoring the production and yield quality of crops and livestock, maintaining animal health and welfare as per the guidelines from regulatory authorities, and keeping up-to-date knowledge on plants and animal pests and diseases, and taking appropriate measures for curing the same
    Monitoring the health and safety measures undertaken by the farm estate, keeping track of the health and safety of workers and other staff, maintaining environmental biodiversity, and undertaking environmental protection activities if required
    Monitoring the entire production activities, making sure that the actual production is in accordance with production goals set and identifying and correcting the field production issue if the actual production is not in accordance with production goals
    keeping an up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases
    Ensure that farm activities comply with government regulations
    Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with vets
    Maintain a knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them
    Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate
    Protect the environment and maintaining biodiversity

    Requirements
    The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:-

    Should have at least three (3) years experience as a farm manager
    Should be ready to work and reside on the farm.
    Should have excellent managerial skills.

  • Corporate Sales Representative

    Corporate Sales Representative

    Duma Works is recruiting a Sales Representative for one of our clients, Total Office Solutions. The role requires a mature and aggressive personality to drive sales in corporate offices and distribution channels. The sales representative must prospect potential clients and endeavor in closing sales with them.
    Main Objectives

    Ensuring Customer Service levels are at a pinnacle
    Ensuring Customer product inquiries are answered immediately or within a short-time mframe
    Dealing with any issues and problems head-on with clients with their interests at heart

    Job Responsibilities

    Maintain a highly organized system of prospecting potential customers
    Having a thorough knowledge of products and services
    Ensure that a high standard of service to customers is maintained at all times
    Execute sales strategies
    Maintain a follow-up system
    Ensure that you are helpful, efficient and courteous when dealing with a customer.
    Complete all administrative paperwork correctly and promptly.
    Respond to customer comments efficiently & appropriately.
    Work closely with other departments to promote efficiency in the organization.
    Undertake any such responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by management.
    Ensure our head office complies to all standards required by ISO 9001

    Requirements for the Sales Representative Job

    Degree in business management or sale and marketing.
    Professional training in leadership.
    Proficient in Computer skills with good knowledge of MS Office and database systems.
    Minimum of four years work experience in sales and marketing.
    Proven track records of good sales experience.
    Previous retail experience at a management/supervisory level is essential for this role.
    Ability to drive standards and deliver great customer service.
    Flexibility of working hours is essential.
    Ability to take additional responsibilities when the need arises.
    Able to demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

    Competencies

    Confident with excellent communication skills both written and orally: demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner easily understood by the client.
    Administrative analytical skills and ambitious: possess the ability to analyze sales issues and develop appropriate strategies to maximize profits. Ability to analyze sales and stock figures, and writing financial reports and statements.
    Attention to detail: must possess a demonstrated ability to work systematically and diligently.
    Teamwork skills: the ability to work independently while at the same time is an active team player.
    Good telephone skills: the ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner through telephone conversations.
    Good human interactions skills: demonstrated ability to provide guidance, assistance, and interpretations to others.
    Target achiever and results-focused; enjoy being measured and judged by performance results.
    Ability to work under pressure of targets
    Good listening skills.
    Self-motivatedwith drive and initiative
    Ability to work diplomatically, harmoniously and effectively with a diverse group of people.

    Personal Attributes

    Well presentable: always smart when attending to the clients and carry yourself in a professional way.
    Interpersonal skills: the ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, and colleagues with good public relations skills.
    Personal ethics: must be honest and have a high level of integrity and tact.
    Good time management and Good organization skills: the ability to make a time plan and effectively utilize it.

  • Digital Sales Executive Back-End Engineer Customer Service Center

    Digital Sales Executive Back-End Engineer Customer Service Center

    Ref Number: 3494
    Duma Works is recruiting a Digital Sales Executive for one of its clients in Nairobi; one of Kenya’s largest companies dealing in website advertising and Social media.
    Our client is a dynamic, disruptive and innovative company that is looking for aggressive and like-minded people who are seeking growth in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
    Role Purpose:

    The Role of the Field Consultant is to have “meaningful selling interactions” with Prospects, close sales and communicate next steps with I.R (Internal Representative).
    They should position themselves as the authority in Websites, the interplay of Social Media on the WWW and how these tools can be used to help the Customer grow their business.
    Send email follow-ups, estimates, sign contracts and collect money.

    The Process

    Account Managers will be assigned Vertical(s) and provided a Sales Presentation(s) outline
    They are expected to learn/update the Presentation, research the challenges Prospects face in their business and understand what others are doing to overcome them and grow their businesses using our Web tools.
    Once interested they are expected to ask the Prospect for the order, sign the contract, collect a deposit and clearly explain next steps.
    After every meeting they must report back to Head Office the outcome of the meeting and ensure notes/next steps are recorded in the CRM

    Job Responsibilities

    Identifying target customers and account preparation.
    Create, implement & execute on an Account Plan to drive direct sales efforts & revenue results in an assigned vertical and location.
    Highlight potential customers and prepare compelling presentations and product demonstrations when required incorporating the features of the product, Website, URL and other features.
    Generating revenue. The Account Manager is responsible for offering digital solutions, making sales presentations, meeting revenue targets through the sales of the Digital Starter Packs, Booster Pack, Enriched profile,
    Carry out required collections for his/her own accounts from businesses.
    Hand over the web development to Customer Service Representative (CSR)- who will coordinate production with Web Specialists and Photographers
    Carry out required collections for his/her own accounts from businesses.

    Requirements

    Degree/Diploma in Sales, Marketing, IT or a related field
    Minimum 3 years sales experience as an individual contributor in a sales (hunter) role
    Digital Sales background (i.e. search, social, email, mobile)
    Experience selling into the SMB (B2B) market
    Consultative/Solutions/ROI selling experience vs. a single Product selling background
    Proven track record in meeting/exceeding monthly, quarterly and annual revenue goals
    Consistent performer and responder to daily, weekly and monthly Sales KPI’s
    Technically proficient in CRM, Campaign Management and Marketing related reporting tools
    Industries: Start-Up, Technology, PR, Social Media, retail, insurance other agency (directories, advertising, promotion, brand, digital)
    Liaising with all internal and external customers
    You are responsible for regular and accurate reporting of activities
    Making operational decisions on the job.
    Time management and planning daily tasks
    Good communication skills

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  • Sales & Marketing Executive Accountant Administration Manager

    Sales & Marketing Executive Accountant Administration Manager

    Ref Number: 3490
    Duma Works is recruiting a Sales and Marketing Executive for one of its clients.
    One of Kenya’s largest outdoor media companies dealing in bus and matatu advertising, bus shelter media, mall media, retail media and airline media through a partnership with airline media is looking for a Sales and Marketing Leader. They are a dynamic, disruptive and innovative company that is looking for aggressive and like-minded people who are seeking growth in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
    Job Responsibilities

    Cold call to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business
    Understand the needs of your business customers
    Research the market and related products
    Present the product or service favorably and in a structured professional way face-to-face.
    Listen to customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale
    Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails
    Respond to incoming email and phone inquiries
    Act as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets
    Negotiate the terms of an agreement and close sales
    Gather market and customer information
    Challenge any objections with a view to getting the customer to buy
    Advise on forthcoming product developments and discuss special promotions
    Create detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process which is largely dictated by the prospective customer
    Negotiate on price, costs, delivery, and specifications with buyers and managers
    Liaise with traffic to check the progress of existing orders
    Record sales and order information and sending documentation and reports to the lead
    Represent the company at trade exhibitions, events, and demonstrations
    Feed future buying trends back to employers 19. Review your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets
    Attend team meetings and share best practice with colleagues

    Reports

    Ensure daily sales report is sent to the team
    Ensure Weekly, Monthly and quarterly sales revenue and target reports are sent and reviewed with the management

    Qualifications

    Bachelor in Business Administration or equivalent.
    Minimum Three years of sales experience in a service industry
    Proven track record of achieving targets and driving sales growth in a business

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  • Head Chef

    Head Chef

    Duma Works is recruiting a Head Chef for one of our clients; a hotel situated in one of the largest towns in Kenya, Eldoret.
    Scope and General Purpose:
    To provide an efficient and cost-effective food preparation service to the establishment.
    Reports to: Hotel Manager/Food & Beverage Manager
    Responsible for: All kitchen staff
    Liaises with: All other heads of department
    Hours of Work: Flexible
    Limits of Authority: According to the establishment.
    Responsibilities 

     Constantly update all menus paying special attention to seasonal availability.
     Calculate all menus correctly to obtain maximum gross margins
     Constantly train staff to effect good portioning control and attractive presentation of all dishes.
     Hold daily meetings with the Food & Beverage supervisors and ensure that VIP’s are identified, and any special arrangements properly communicated.
     Hold daily meetings with the Sous-Chef and ensure the smooth running of all kitchen departments.
     Satisfy the hygiene requirements and have all staff who are ill or injured receive the correct treatment or are not allowed to work.
     All staff to be correctly dressed to satisfy statutory requirements as well as enhancing the image of the hotel.
     Have all stocks ordered to the correct quantities, quality, and price.
     Have all stocks kept securely and under correct conditions applicable to each type of commodity stored.
     Regularly meet with the storekeeper and ensure that the correct stocks are kept.
     Regularly hold maintenance checks with the Maintenance Officer and ensure that no equipment breaks down.
     Have staff attendance registers kept daily and that any absenteeism is immediately brought to the attention of the Hotel Manager.
     Have all staff under your control fully informed in respect of disciplinary procedures, the handling of grievances, etc.
     Send all documents to the appropriate accounts department immediately for processing.
     Constantly update your knowledge and skills for the good of the Hotel and the profession.
     Conduct regular stock checks/stock takes.
     Have expenses within budgeted limits.
     Have all information which is required to compile meaningful budgets available at all times.

  • Project Manager

    Project Manager

    Department: Service
     
    Reporting Structure: Service Manager
    Overview
    The Project Manager contributes to the organizational goals by managing the project and taking responsibility for the effective control of the critical areas, namely; scope of works, timelines, financial costing and quality workmanship and ensures high performance standards in meeting the deliverables of the project.
     
    Job Responsibilities

    Organization, planning and validation of all technical activities activities and tasks in collaboration with the clients personnel where appropriate
    Financial management and cost control of the project
    Claim and reclamation management
    Spare and wear parts management in relation to projects
    Co-ordinate all communication between Krones EA, Krones AG and the client
    Manage maintenance contracts
    Manage key account customers
    Manage new machine installations and commissioning, overhauls, retrofits, audits
    Travel frequently to customers and attend relevant projects and meetings
    Ensure that projects are effectively monitored ,checked,documented and correctly verified
    Responsibility to achieve project targets i.e contract conditions,customer satisfaction,budgetery control profitability and timelines.

    Knowledge and experience

    Knowledge in project management principals and techniques
    Knowledge of Krones technology and its range of equipment
    Exposure to complex projects
    Strong verbal and written skills

    Qualifications for the Project Manager Job

    Higher National Diploma or Unversity Degree in Engineering/Project Management
    3-5 years experience in similar role and preferably in Tobacco, Aluminium Manufacturing,oil and gas,mining or motor vehicle industry
    Ms Project is an added advantage

    Personal competencies

    Self-motivated, independent, solution orientated, deadline driven individual with strong time management skills
    Strong analytical ability, attention to detail and strategic thinker
    Project a professional image, lead by example, encourage team work and compliance with work processes and procedures
    Build mutually beneficial relationships internally and externally

    Specific job skills

    Creating and managing project plans, monitoring timelines, resources and address problem areas
    Skilled in time management and strategic planning
    Solid problem solving skills and ability to focus on both strategically and tactically to achieve business goals
    MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
    SAP (pref)

    Literacy and Numeracy

    Good financial understanding
    Ability to read/write and communicate in English

    Management Ability

    Perform varied work assignments and constantly prioritise work load by ensuring that deadlines and clients expectations are met or exceeded where possible
    Ability to work in a high volume and intense working environment
    Solution orientated and results driven
    Professional liaison with all levels of management and technical clients, both internally and externally
    Client focused
    Administration skills
    Project leadership and mentoring skills to colleagues and clients

    Other

    Able to travel both domestic and foreign
    Possess a valid passport

  • Business Development Executive Brand Ambassador

    Business Development Executive Brand Ambassador

    Ref Number 3409
    Duma Works is recruiting a Business Development Executive for one of our clients. The company is a leading importer of fine wines and champagnes. It imports over 200 different wines from  South Africa, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Germany, and France.
    Job Responsibilities

    Present, promote and sell products/services using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers
    Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
    Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships
    Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
    Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction
    Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule
    Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments
    Analyze the territory market’s potential, track sales, and status reports
    Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
    Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends
    Continuously improve through feedback 

    Requirements

    Wines and Spirits Related Education Course
    Computer Driving License
    Sales and Marketing Education
    Proven work experience as a sales representative
    Excellent knowledge of MS Office
    BS/BA degree or equivalent
    Familiarity with BRM and CRM practices along with the ability to build productive business professional relationships
    Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar Role
    Must have worked for an FMCG company
    Must have working experience in the alcohol division
    Must have experience marketing and selling alcohol

    Skills Required

    Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales
    Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills
    Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills
    Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs
    Relationship management skills and openness to feedback

    Desired Soft Skills

    Driven and result oriented
    A personal liking for Wine and Travel
    Interest In Cooking and Writing

     Ideal Candidate Background

    Young Professional with the ability to sell! Must be social and genuinely enjoy being around people.
    Some travel experience in their past is wanted.
    A love for food is also important.

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  • Senior Software Developer Dynamics NAV Senior Developer Client Partner Restaurant Financial Controller PHP / Laravel Developer

    Senior Software Developer Dynamics NAV Senior Developer Client Partner Restaurant Financial Controller PHP / Laravel Developer

    Ref Number 3440
    Duma Works is recruiting a Senior Software Developer for one of our clients; OKAKI Africa.
    OKAKI is seeking intermediate to senior software developers to join their growing team in Nairobi, Kenya. OKAKI Africa Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary, supports OKAKI with bringing new technologies to market in the health and social service sectors in North America. Successful candidates will assist in the design, construction and enhancement of OKAKI’s custom software products and tools.
    OKAKI offers technical team members excellent opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in a results-oriented environment.
    Equally important,team members are able to contribute, through their work, to positive change and impact in community and population health. The position will be based in Nairobi Kenya.
    Applicants MUST meet all essential qualifications in order to be considered.
    Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
    Four-year college degree with a major in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
    Good working knowledge of MS SQL Server and Transact-SQL
    At least 4 years of recent experience programming in Microsoft .Net, preferably in C#
    A high degree of proficiency in data modelling, SQL, and database design
    Candidate must demonstrate a pattern of continual personal and professional development and at least a familiarity with current concepts in the field of software development.
    Ability to work in a self-directed as well as a team-oriented, collaborative environment
    Ability to work under pressure with deadlines
    Must have home office with access to fast, reliable internet connectivity

    Qualifications, Experience and Skills

    3+ years’ experience with web services, SOA, or SaaS development
    1+ years of recent experience developing in Silverlight or WPF
    1+ years of recent experience with RIA or WCF
    Proficiency in C#, XAML, and Microsoft Entity Framework (or other ORM, such as NHibernate)
    Proficiency with object-oriented design and programming
    Familiarity with asynchronous programming patterns, AJAX, XML, SOAP and JSON.
    Proficiency in the application of design patterns
    Experience with various third-party control suites (Telerik, Infragistics,

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