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  • Administrative & Finance Assistant

    Administrative & Finance Assistant

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage dynamic individuals for Administrative and Finance Assistant position for one of our clients in the banking industry.
    Skills: SAP and ERP systems.
    Qualification: Business Administration and CPA II
    Under the overall guidance of the Director General and the direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer, the
    Main Responsibilities 

    Monitoring and ensuring mission’s perdiems and claims are processed in SAP in a timely manner;
    Collection of VAT refunds from suppliers after issuing them with VAT exemption certificates;
    Staff vendor account reconciliations especially in relation to rent to their houses that is paid by the Bank;
    After checking procurement documents, capture the information in SAP in a contract, and issue PO’s;
    Processing of financial transactions and payments in line with the Bank’s policies;
    VAT reconciliations and petty cash management;
    Editing, proofreading, formatting and finalizing procurement documents in line with the Bank’s procurement manual;
    Management and monitoring of the service providers’ contracts;
    Processing suppliers’ accounts reconciliations;
    Logistical planning for the office events/functions-Assisting with Administrative and financial reconciliations and verification;
    Assist in carrying out the work program and contribute to Budget preparation in liaison with the Finance and Administration Officer;
    Assist the office in establishing procedures and controls to improve efficiency of service delivery and identify cost savings and promote efficiency use of Bank resources;
    Undertaking any other ad hoc functions of Finance and administration as may be assigned.

    Selection Criteria (including skills, knowledge and experience required)

    A minimum of an undergraduate Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Accountancy or Finance combined with professional qualification of at least CPA Part Two (II).
    A minimum of six (6) years of progressive relevant professional experience in Administration and Financial Accounting, as well as the full range of office support work, with a high level of sustained performance. Work experience in a similar position in a multilateral organization is an added advantage.
    Proficiency in using advanced computer applications-Microsoft Office (ERP, SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ability to learn and use new software/technology-SAP S/R.
    Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multicultural environment and to function effectively as a member of various groups.
    High degree of motivation, initiative, flexibility, and reliability with a willingness to do what is required to deliver, including providing back-up administrative support.
    Outstanding interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of contacts internally and externally and deal effectively with diverse situations that require judgment and diplomacy.
    An excellent communicator in English.

  • Micro Biology Lab Analyst

    Micro Biology Lab Analyst

    Job Description
    The Microbiology Analyst role exists to ensure that microbiological testing of materials, products, facilities, equipment, systems and processes is done accurately, effectively and complies with External Regulatory requirements in support of the supply chain.
    Key Roles
    Fundamentals (Safety, Quality, people and Process)

    Perform material and finished product microbiological testing to ensure quality of the final product before release according to SOPs.
    Accurately, timely and according to Good Documentation Practices document results in the microbiology lab results forms and Master Batch Records.
    Sample and perform microbiological analysis of water to ensure microbiological control of the water systems.
    Maintain and review microbiological SOPs, reports and forms. Keep all documents under neat and safe conditions.
    Prepare, control through inventory and Growth Promotion Tests culture media in the lab.
    Prepare, control and standardize reagent usage in the lab.
    Monitor stock levels of culture media, reagents, glassware and other lab consumables to avoid stock outs.
    Participate in environmental monitoring through swab, ambient air and compressed air testing and trending of data.
    Carry out testing of detergents and disinfectants.
    Maintain reference cultures.
    Carry out Preservative Efficacy Tests according to the stability programme.
    Report to the Microbiologist any results deviating from the set specifications or limits and participate in laboratory investigations.
    Maintain safety and 5S principles within the microbiology lab environment.
    Carry out calibration checks and routine maintenance on all microbiology lab equipment and instruments.
    Train/coach new personnel, cleaning staff and interns in the microbiology lab.
    Update informational Microbiology lab boards.

    Innovate the Business

    Support laboratory KPI targets.
    Carry out self audits in the laboratory as per the set schedules to ensure compliance to in-house specifications, standards, and good manufacturing practices; and support in action plans.
    Respond flexibly to changing demands and operating conditions.
    Provide support to lab projects, site projects, improvements and GPS initiatives.

    Strategic Alignment & Sustainability

    Support in responding flexibly to changing demands and operating conditions including changes within the regulatory environment.
    Use laboratory consumables effectively in support of the performance of budgets.
    Active engagement with staff on the production floor to support microbial contamination control strategies.
    Active engagement in problem solving and performance management in the lab through microbiology lab and/or quality Tier 1 meetings.
    Open and receptive to coaching.
    Support EHS culture.

    Risk Management

    Support implementation and execution of audit programmes on site (both L1 and L2).
    Work with Cross-functional teams to deliver the Zero Waste, Zero Accident and Zero Quality ambition.
    Engage cross functional teams to ensure there is a smooth flow of product to the market.
    Ensure lab activities are carried out in compliance with ethical standards, GMP and relevant current standards.

    Experience and skills

    Attention to details is required especially in result observations, interpretation, recording and release of products and materials.
    Resilience as an individual and able to drive the same through open and honest engagements.
    Independent thinking in supporting investigations or during problem solving.
    Ability to influence peers in achieving shared goals.
    Open to change in support of initiatives and strategies.

    High Performance Behaviours:

    Enable and Drive Change.
    Continuous Improvement.
    Customer Focus.
    Developing People.
    Sense of Urgency
    Flexible Thinking
    Building Relationships
    Strong customer focus
    Operate with a strong sense of integrity, ethics, responsibility and commitment
    Good verbal and written communication skills
    Result-oriented
    Strong team player
    Problem solving skills
    Significant QA experience within the Pharmaceutical industry including experience within a Microbiology Lab.
    Learning agility

    Qualification/ Experience:

    Diploma or degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biomedical lab sciences or related sciences.
    Minimum 2 year experience in a similar role with proven track record in achieving results.
    Manufacturing experience/background preferable pharmaceuticals and/ or FMCH organizations.
    Good understanding of GMP.

  • Sales Executive Service Sales

    Sales Executive Service Sales

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage dynamic individuals for Sales Executive position for one of our clients.
    Qualifications

    Education a certificate or diploma in sales or any relevant field
    Sales experience minimum 2yrs
    Must know how to ride a motor bike
    Must have worked for an FMCG company as a bicycle representative or Distributor sales representative

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  • Territory Sales

    Territory Sales

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage dynamic individuals for Territory Sales position for one of our clients.
    Regions: Western, Nyanza, Rift Valley, Aberdare, Coast, Eastern and Nairobi regions
    Basic Purpose:

    Maximises sales revenue by working through and with distributors, dealers and other partners. Works alongside distributors and staff to carry out all the activities required to achieve set targets.
    Monitors stock levels both at distributor level and in the trade; also identifies gaps in the distribution chain and brings them to management attention for action.
    Responsible for generating revenue by closing sales.
    Sells products and services directly to customers primarily via face-to-face contact.
    Develops strong relationships with these customers to ensure sensitivity to the customer’s needs, concerns and emerging requirements.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Assures the achievement of agreed sales and revenue targets through distributors, dealers and other partners that resell the company’s products and services:

    Implements assigned action plans aimed at achieving sales and revenue targets.
    Continually monitors own performance against plans and targets and takes remedial action where required
    Maintains sales records and prepares sales reports as required
    Closely monitors distributors/partners against anticipated sales revenue and ensures on-target performance is achieved
    Continuously promotes company’s products and services with a view to increase subscriber numbers and achieve revenue targets

    Implement sales and distribution activities in the territory:

    Co-ordinates the distribution of company’s products within territory to ensure continuous availability
    Manages the distribution of branding and promotion materials to enhance visibility and build consumer/dealer loyalty within the territory
    Mobilizes dealer staff to participate in the implementation of various projects
    Identifies requirements for trade promotions and recommends to the Regional Manager
    Implements and supports promotional activities in the territory
    Monitors competitor activity within the region and reports with recommendations for action

    Work with and support dealers/partners:

    Familiarizes him/herself with the dealer/partner targets for the territory
    Supports the dealer/partner in developing action plans geared towards the achievement of the agreed targets
    In instances of shortfalls, establishes causes and takes remedial actions including coaching of dealer staff and trade promotions, in consultation with the Regional Manager
    Works alongside dealer staff, as part of coaching and monitoring process
    Trains all dealers/partners on company’s products and/or serves

    Support retailers in the business line assigned i.e. Data, Voice and company’s Money:

    Recruits Sim selling outlets, Recharge selling Outlets, Data selling outlets, mobile money agents etc as will be advised from time to time
    Provides airtime and other company’s products to resellers in this outlets
    Provides follow-up with distributors, dealers and other partners to ensure satisfaction with products and/or services provided

    Provide Reports:

    Generates weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on the sales trends in the territory
    Generates weekly reports on dealers performance
    Market intelligence reports on competitor activity

    Essential Knowledge:

    Good knowledge of company’s products/services and pricing practices.
    Basic knowledge and use of technical principles, theories and concept.

    Competencies:

    Business awareness
    Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
    Excellent planning skills
    High personal standards and goal oriented
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing

    Qualifications

    Minimum qualification is University Degree
    Able to work and deliver on short-term targets and objectives
    Go getter with a positive attitude
    IT literacy
    Able to operate in a performance driven organization
    Good communication and presentation skills

  • Customer Service

    Customer Service

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage a dynamic individual for a Customer Service in imports and exports position for one of our clients.
    Roles & Responibilities

    Drive success of Availability & Freshness
    Build Relationship and trust with the Customers through effective communication with the customers to align changes on the orders requested and planned delivery date and time.
    Maintain the contacts with the customer
    Support performance excellence with the Customer:
    Deliver supply chain excellence by implementing continuous improvement projects and routines
    Contribute the acquired insight to develop sku’s and packaging which fit the Customer’s expectations

    Minimum Skills And Competencies;

    A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/ Procurement.
    A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in FMCG customer service Imports & exports.
    Must demonstrate good organizational awareness.
    Very strong communication skills and ability to interact positively across Internal and external functions
    Demand or supply planning skills will be an added advantage
    Proficiency in SAP

  • IT Support Officer

    IT Support Officer

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage a dynamic individual for an IT Support Officer position for one of our clients.
    Job Purpose: To ensure effective running of all computer systems that support the overall performance of all staff.
    Responsibilities

    Attend to user queries both at Main office and remote sites.
    Support and Repair existing network.
    Diagnose, Repair and replace compute parts.
    Install and configure software on new and existing computers.
    Manage networks security by updating Antivirus definitions.
    Perform Backups
    Report communication outages to our service providers and follow up
    Update exchange rates to the system.
    Transfer data from SIS to IRIS and update anomalies.
    Make requisitions for IT purchasing.

    Qualifications

    HN Diploma in IT
    AS400
    CISCO certifications
    3 years

    Key Skills

    Technical
    Supervisory
    Customer care
    Communication
    Analytical
    Conceptual

    Personal Attributes

    Agile
    Resilient
    Integrity
    Flexible
    Team player
    Meticulous

  • Assistant Due Diligence Analyst

    Assistant Due Diligence Analyst

    Job Description

    Initiate the due diligence process for clients.
    Report writing and Communication
    Documentation: develop and implement systems of documentation during exercises such as recruitment assignments.

    Roles

    Initiate the due diligence process for clients.
    Academic Testimonial Verification:
    write to and/or visit academic institutions to verify candidate’s certificates.
    Professional license and membership verification: write to and/or visit professional associations to confirm candidate’s license or membership.
    Work History Verification: to email, carryout out telephone interviews and visit candidate’s previous employers to verify work record.
    Reference Check: write to and/or call listed referees to determine candidate’s character and competence.
    Criminal Record Check and Proof of Accountability: confirm candidate’s criminal record and accountability leveraging on documents provided and/or making independent inquiry.
    Proof of Residence: solicit documents that prove current residence or make personal visits to the same.
    Proof of Identity and Nationality: scrutinize documents provided and/or carry out independent investigation to confirm candidate’s identity and nationality.

    Report writing and Communication:

    Write clear and timely background check consumer reports for both internal use and for the external clients.
    Follow up candidates previous work and academic histories
    Documentation: develop and implement systems of documentation during exercises such as recruitment assignments.
    Builds a quality relationship with the internal and external stakeholder (Contact person Universities, Employers, professional bodies etc.).
    Monitors the labor legislation and implements required changes to keep the process compliant.
    Communicates with candidates and clients using different forms and maintain correspondence records.
    Maintain a record of hard copy and soft copy files for successfully completed due diligence reports.
    Any other duties within the Due Diligence Analyst

    Social Media Searches:

    Conduct social media search using Facebook, twitter and LinkedIn to confirm candidate’s social media reputation.

    Job Qualifications

    Minimum experience of 2 years in Human Resource Management, Verifications within a competitive work environment.
    Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Criminal Justice or equivalent.
    IHRM Certification added advantage
    Significant work experience in background check/due diligence or similar environment.
    Proven track record of meeting objectives
    Successful track record of providing focused services within a best practice framework

    Behavioral Competencies

    Verification skills
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    Report writing skills
    Social media savvy
    Tactical and planning skills
    Inquisitive mind
    Honesty and Integrity
    Analytical skills

  • Marketing Officer

    Marketing Officer

    Job Responsibilities

    Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer
    Identify, develop, and evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup
    Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, and return-on-investment and profit-loss
    Formulate, direct and coordinate marketing activities and policies to promote products and services.
    Negotiate contracts with vendors and distributors to manage product distribution, establishing distribution networks and developing distribution
    Use sales forecasting and strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market
    Advise business and shareholders on local, national, and international factors affecting the buying and selling of products.

  • Property Manager

    Property Manager

    In liaison with the appointed property management company, manage all aspects of assigned properties;

    In liaison with the Marketing department to market properties that have been listed for sale; Management of Selling Agents and review of their performance;
    Providing relevant information required by Agents and/or Customers to facilitate the sale of respective properties;
    Ensuring that all Land Rent and Rates payable for each respective year are paid on or before the 31st of January of each preceding year;
    Developing and managing annual budgets by forecasting requirements and analyzing variances, data and trends;
    Safe keeping and maintenance of all requisite documentation;
    Managing Advocates appointed to provide legal services in respect to our Properties;
    Working in liaison with the property manager to oversee the Tower project to completion while monitoring compliance with regulations;
    Following up with respective project teams to ensure that the Tower project is completed within schedule;
    Attending site inspection/meetings as required at the Tower;
    Updating management on progress made and alerting them of any potential delays regarding the Tower; and
    Safe keeping and maintenance of all requisite documentation regarding the Tower.

    Leasing

    Working in liaison with the Marketing department to effectively market our Tower;
    Management of Leasing Agents for the Tower;
    Calling for and review Leasing Agents reports Bi-weekly;
    Following up with Agents on progress made on the leasing of the Tower;
    Providing Agents with relevant information that they may need to facilitate the Leasing of the Tower;
    Managing Advocates appointed to provide legal services in respect to the Tower;
    Reviewing and advising management in respect to the Head of Terms and the Lease Agreements as drafted by our Advocates;
    Following up with Advocates to ensure that Leases are registered at the respective registries in a timely manner;
    Managing Advocates appointed to defend lawsuits, administrative claims, or other legal claims that have been instituted against us in respect to the Tower; and
    Maintenance and updating of the Tenants register
    Carrying out any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
    Diploma in Project Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
    Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience

    Skills and Attributes

    Strong planning and organization skills;
    Good communication and interpersonal skills;
    Team player; and
    Good report writing skills

  • Office Administrator

    Office Administrator

    Sheer logic Management Consultants are seeking to recruit a Temporary Office Administrator who has some Finance background for one of our client’s; in the banking industry.
    Job duration: 4 months Salary: Kes 33,000
    Job Responsibilities
    Office administration and Compliance

    Provide effective general administrative support to the local BIA team and be a point of contact for all administrative issues while the team is in or out of the country.
    Manage the relationship with Third Party Supplier/appropriate departments within the Bank to ensure that all resources needs for the team are met in a timely manner. E.g. including stationery, equipment, software etc.
    Organize team meetings, functions, lunches, conferences etc. both internal and external venues for the team.
    Liaise with internal/ external contacts, visiting and vetting locations, agreeing dates, menus and prices etc.
    Handling of general correspondence relating to BIA administration matters and ensures that proper records are maintained as per the Bank Policy.
    Ensure that the BCM plan for the Department is kept up to date and that all staffs are aware of the Banks health and safety procedures.
    Ensure that the Bank Premises and Security policies are adhered to within the department.
    Maintain a first class filing system for BIA physical documents and also relevant electronic documents.

    Costs administration

    Receive and review invoices from suppliers to confirm that they are accurate and relate to services provided.
    Raising invoice schedules to Finance and planning department for processing. Maintain records for all invoices received and forward to OPC/ Finance for processing.
    Undertake monthly review of all Expenditure accounts (including suspense accounts) and ensure that all the entries are authentic and relate to the department. Escalate issues for resolution to the Chief Internal Auditor (CIA).
    Collate and review company card returns on a timely basis; follow up any pending returns and escalate issues to the CIA.
    Keep expenditure records – copies of invoices and company card returns as per banks records management policy.
    Ensure that the internal accounts reconciliation certification is submitted for review to the Chief Internal
    Auditor and submitted to the reconciliation centres promptly on a monthly basis as per bank procedures.

    Administration support to Africa Subsidiaries Portfolio Head and Regional Director

    Prepare management information on an ongoing basis for the Africa Subsidiaries to facilitate monitoring and decision making by the PH and RD.
    Co-ordinate information requests from the respective Africa Subsidiaries team to support responses to BAGL information requests and/or support preparation of BAGL deliverables.
    Draft deliverables (e.g. reports, presentations) as and when required.
    Prepare the PH and RD expense claims and/or company credit card returns on a timely basis and ensure these are submitted to Finance within the set deadlines.
    Manage the PH and RD calendars by supporting them to book and coordinate meetings.
    Arrange travel for the PH and RD. This will involve making bookings with the travel agent for air travel, ground travel including airport transfers, accommodation and also collating documentation to support visa applications.

    Qualifications

    Mean Grade C (English & Maths)
    Degree in any field
    Experience in a Financial institution