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  • Internal Auditor Marketing Executives

    Internal Auditor Marketing Executives

    Kiambaa Dairy Farmers Cooperative Society is in the process of expanding its operations.
    With these new and exciting developments, we are seeking highly motivated applicants for the following new position.
     
    Job Responsibilities

    Maintaining an Internal Audit Charter and implementing appropriate audit programs to deliver high quality internal audit services
    Performing risk assessments on key business activities and using this information to guide on the audit scope and preparing annual audit plan
    Conducting audit activities; financial and operational as well as special investigations whenever required
    Preparing regular reports to the Board of Directors and management on the audit activities findings and agreeing recommendations to make improvements on areas of weaknesses and making follow-ups on implementation
    Advising the management on overall risk management of the company
    Assessing how well the business is complying with rules and regulations and informing management whether any issues need addressing
    Evaluating whether internal controls are adequate and operating effectively
    Safeguarding company’s assets
    Managing a variety of stakeholders and their expectations through regular communications

    Qualifications

    CPA(K) and Diploma in business course
    5 years auditing experience. (Having experience in internal audit of food industry is an added advantage)
    Strong Communication with fluency in English both written and spoken
    Strong report writing and analytical skills.

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  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Job description
    ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Finance Manager for the regional project in the Amazon basin focused on strengthening Representation of Indigenous people in Governance of Amazon Forests and Waters. The project will engage private sector, governments, civil society groups, and academia in work with indigenous groups in the Amazon basin on advocacy efforts and raising awareness of indigenous people’s rights and responsibilities. The project is funded by USAID and is envisioned to start in 2018.
    The Finance Manager will have the responsibility for financial management and accounting of the project. S/he will establish and maintain financial management and accounting systems according to USAID, ACDI/VOCA, and government regulations. S/he will ensure smooth operations in project offices across the region. The position will be based in Lima, Peru and may include frequent travel throughout the Amazon basin.
    Responsibilities

    Ensures all project financial transactions are allowable, reasonable and allocable and within the established financial management policies of ACDI/VOCA and the donor.
    Oversees preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with key program staff; monitors project budget; facilitates periodic internal budget/programming and exchange of information among staff.
    Leads preparation of overseas cash accountability reports for all project transactions and ensures timely submission to HQ.
    Provides technical assistance on financial management to partners or sub-grantees, as needed.
    Manages cash flow funds to assure fund availability for programmed project activities.
    Provides oversight to junior-level finance and accounting staff.
    Provides assistance and coordination during periodic financial audits.
    Prepares monthly tracking sheets reflecting allowable costs vs. actual expenditures.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in accounting, business, or finance preferred; minimum of bachelor’s degree required.
    A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in accounting and financial management on complex development projects with international organizations; experience in USAID-funded projects highly desired.
    Demonstrated knowledge and skills in accounting, financial management, and procurement systems is required.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, strong negotiation, diplomacy, and team work skills.
    Sound working knowledge of information technology; experience in the usage of office software programs (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced comprehension of spreadsheet and database programs.
    Fluent spoken, written, and reading abilities in Spanish required, professional proficiency in English and Portuguese desired.

  • Shipping Assistant

    Shipping Assistant

    Job Decription
    The position will be responsible for coordinating with customer/clients and internal departments in making customs declarations for the import and export of goods.
    Job Responsibilities

    Coordination of all shipments including preparations of all documentations required to ensure the shipments are done.
    Application of Import Declaration Form.
    Application of Pest Control Product Board Import license.
    Application of Kenya bureau of Standard Consignment Documents.
    Application of Port Health Services Consignment Documents.
    Preparation of all prepayment to the relevant authorities and ensuring all the documents are passed by the relevant authorities.
    Ensuring all the custom documents and shipping line charges are paid on time.
    Processing and application of exemptions.
    Preparation of prepayments to the Clearing Agents.
    Following up on shipments from the port of arrival up to delivery.
    Following up on all proper and accurate documentation with the relevant authorities and ensuring they are processed on time.
    Preparation of container delivery reports.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding/Shipping.
    At least One year experience working in a busy logistics company.
    Excellent communications, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
    Must be computer literate.
    Able to work in a team.

  • Program Manager, SAPFF

    Program Manager, SAPFF

    We’re looking for a Program Manager, SAPFF (Lagos, Nigeria or Nairobi, Kenya)
    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
    “Hidden hunger” is a form of undernutrition affecting millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa. Caused by micronutrient deficiencies, it has been linked to numerous health and development issues. Food fortification is a cost-effective strategy for addressing hidden hunger, helping people to access the nutrition they need. The Strengthening African Processors of Fortified Foods (SAPFF) Project is a four-year $10 million project that is using a market-based approach to help food companies in Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania to increase the availability of nutritious foods by improving their capacity to produce and sell fortified foods for local markets. The level of this position will depend on the experience and skills of the candidate.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    Reporting to the Regional Program Director (RPD), The Program Manager’s duties and responsibilities will include:

    Monitor and follow-up on critical management and planning issues to ensure effective and timely project execution.
    Support the RPD in the overall monitoring of the project against milestones and work plans and in implementing necessary course corrections.
    Support review and finalization of internal and external project documents, including donor deliverables, presentation decks, and technical reports.
    In collaboration with the RPD and the Regional M&E Manager, design, review and continuously improve program implementation on the basis of feedback from staff, project participants, clients, and partners.
    Develop marketing and communications content including blog posts, fact sheets, case studies, brochures, etc.
    Support budget or contract modification processes, as needed.
    Support recruitment and contracting of staff, fellows, and interns, as needed.
    Plan, organize and participate in project meetings, workshops, seminars, and stakeholder events
    Assist RPD on a needs basis with other strategic and operational tasks.

    REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree in international relations, economics, business or other relevant subjects. Master’s degree preferred.
    At least 3 years of work experience in international development in Africa Experience working or collaborating with agriculture private sector companies, preferred.
    Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
    Strong budget management and financial analysis skills including proficiency in Excel.
    Ability to anticipate demand, manage multiple tasks/projects and meet tight deadlines.
    Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
    Outstanding written communication skills including prior experience editing and proofreading documents.
    Strong project management skills including the ability to anticipate demand and manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting tight deadlines.
    Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet.
    Willingness to travel internationally up to 40% of the time.
    Fluency in English required.

    TechnoServe encourages diversity at all levels and across all facets of our organization. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.

  • Call Center Supervisor

    Call Center Supervisor

    Job Summary
    The position will be responsible for organizing and directing the day-to-day activities related to the operation of the Call Center. Responsible for managing, training & guiding call center agents in performing their duties. Provides support, reports & resolves problems and complaints. Monitors agents & contact center performance, and analyzes reports.
    Job Responsibilities

    Supervises, plans and manages functions related to Call Center work area. Oversees and directs the day-to-day activities of telephone operators and call center agents.
    Act as a source of information and answer operator/agents questions, assign tasks, follow ups and give instructions as necessary.
    Carry out supervision, coaching, call monitoring, training, reviewing of all operators/agents.
    Attend to customer complaints and resolving them.
    Carry out performance monitoring, measurement and evaluation of all operators/agents to improve efficiency.
    Ensure that team members obtain the appropriate training and support to best apply their knowledge and skills on the job.
    Compiles and maintains lists of key and on-call schedules and ensures all lists are available to operators for use as required.
    Prepares and directs scheduling, monitors operators’ attendance and schedules.

    Qualifications 

    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
    Five years’ customer service experience with at least two years in a supervisory experience leading teams (Call Center environment preferred).
    Excellent communications, interpersonal, leadership, organizational and administrative skills.
    Excellent command of English and Kiswahili.
    Must be computer literate.
    Able to work in a team.
    Good knowledge of commonly used word processing, spreadsheet and database software packages.

  • Accounts Payable Officer HR Assistant

    Accounts Payable Officer HR Assistant

    An Electrical contracting company based in Nairobi is looking for an Accounts Payable Officer:-
    Job Description Reporting to: Financial Controller
    Job purpose summary

    To have a person responsible for all supplier invoices as well as payments.
    To ensure that all debts are recognized and accounted for according to the company financial procedures and the IFRS.
    Ensure timely preparation and filing all required tax returns

    Job Responsibilities

    To ensure that all supplier invoices are received and booked in the right period.
    To ensure that all invoices are processed and properly classified
    To ensure that all supplier accounts are up to date and reconciled regularly (monthly).
    Act as the contact person between the company and the suppliers.
    Maintain the ledger account for all the suppliers.
    Maintain an accurate creditors’ aging report.
    Maintain an updated creditors’ list.
    AP recon to the G/L Coordinate all payments to vendors, employees and other parties.
    Correct, process and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, requisitions, LPO’s, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, vendor statements, and journal vouchers
    Review and code financial information
    Prepare and process documents to disburse funds and prepare reports
    File and maintain orders for purchase
    Understanding of the business and technical financial processes compliance in terms of withholding tax and other aspects.
    Any other instructions from HOD

    Requirements

    Good computer knowledge Microsoft office
    CPA part 1 and 2
    Minimum 2 Year of experience in a busy environment

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  • Quality Assurance Supervisor Assistant Quality Assurance

    Quality Assurance Supervisor Assistant Quality Assurance

    Job Responsibilities

    Ensures that the milk received and sold by the plant satisfies the prescribed quality both by the Society and the Dairy Regulation Board;
    Ensure that the appropriate tests and checks are undertaken- i.e. water, acidity levels and any chemical reagents are carried out and recorded;
    Ensure strict inventory control at the main tank, monitor movement of milk from farmers to the customers;
    Monitoring the inventory of quality control apparatus and inputs, procurement of the same and ensuring that there is no downtime on milk quality checks;
    Coordinating with the Operations Supervisor in managing the milk delivery and field milk graders:
    Develop SOPs, standards, safety, sanitary regulations, waste management and water supply specification.
    Any other job that may be given by the manager or the Board of Management.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Dairy Technology and Management or any other related degree
    5 years’ experience in dairy management/Dairy Laboratory Technology
    Knowledge in HACCP and other Food production quality certification is an added advantage
    Good analytical skills and firmness in decision making and Report writing.
    Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with different levels of the organization structure.

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