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  • Human Resources Partner – East Africa

    Human Resources Partner – East Africa

    Role Summary:

    This position is the primary Human Resources (HR) contact for client group leaders. Role is critical in developing and executing HR strategy in support of client’s business objectives. The HR Partner is viewed as a functional Subject Matter Expert providing expertise and guidance across the HR spectrum including but not limited to talent assessment and development, performance management, succession planning, and change management.

    Typically supports a client group of 200+ employees with high complexity.

    Essential Responsibilities:

    Develop and drive strategies to attract, develop, engage and retain competent and diverse talent
    Lead localization projects in collaboration with the Product Company and Product Lines
    Strategically collaborate with client managers to design and implement effective organizational structures
    Partner with HR Centers Of Excellence on for example Global Mobility, People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards matters
    Develops short and long range strategic plans for effective utilization of HR that directly support and enable business objectives
    Lead succession planning for the organization, identifying critical roles and preparing potential talent and pipelines
    Provide timely, effective and direct coaching to client group managers, assisting in the development of world class, contemporary leadership skills
    Leads complex and multidisciplinary projects with broad discretion and autonomy, realizing major changes in the organization
    Counsel clients on HR policies, procedures and programs
    Provide leadership team with appropriate coaching, mentoring and development
    Liaison between the company and all government labor related agencies, unions etc
    Handle ad hoc projects and tasks, as assigned
    Enable business by proactively managing union and labor relations matter

    Qualifications/Requirements:

    Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline. Master’s Degree will be a plus.
    Minimum of 8 years of previous experience;

    in a variety of Human Resource positions with increasing scope
    in various countries across Eastern Africa

    Significant work experience in a global multinational organisation with more than 100,000 employees
    Relevant Professional certifications will be a plus
    Minimum Travel required – 30% to 40%

    Desired Characteristics:

    Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to assess complex situations using multiple sources of information
    Strategic mindset and strong business acumen
    Demonstrated ability to work in a demanding, high performance work environment and team- oriented culture
    Capable of handling multiple issues and/or projects simultaneously and executing to completion
    Sound knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements
    Ability to strategically promote an inclusive and diverse workforce
    Experience working in a labor relations environment

    This is your opportunity to learn more, do more, live the career you have imagined and be part of a truly diverse organization

    Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

  • Country Director

    Country Director

    Reporting to the Senior Vice President for CI’s Africa Field Division, the Country Director ensures compliance with CI policies, funding agreements, and local requirements. Additionally, the employee is responsible for managing the country program and all its component projects, leading the team, raising funds and managing financial and other resources. The employee will also ensure that the program is integrated with CI’s strategic fundraising and partnership goals and works in collaboration with other CI technical and operations units to support the needs of the field programs.
    The Country Director directly manages staff, interdisciplinary teams, and/or outside partners. The employee works with a high degree of independence and serves as a technical expert in CI’s multidisciplinary approach of conservation. The employee exercises a high level of creativity and strategic thinking to efficiently manage the country program and build the local capacity within environments that are complex and full of challenges.
    RESPONSIBILITIES
    Program planning and strategy

    Provide strategic vision and direction for the Kenya program and develop a country strategy, including alignment with the overall CI mission and vision as well as the relevant regional and global strategies.
    Ensure efficient and effective implementation of Kenya’s country strategy, including adequate monitoring and evaluation to ensure the integrity of the national program.

    Alliance development and maintenance

    Position CI appropriately in Kenya and represent CI nationally.
    Plan, develop and maintain a network of strategic partners and alliances that supports the successful implementation of the program’s strategy, including from the civic, public and private sectors.
    Provide advice to key governmental and other key partners to ensure sound decision-making on themes related to conservation and CI’s Kenya strategy.

    Project management 

    Ensure effective and efficient delivery of projects, supervising Kenya program’s project managers to ensure delivery of planned results, including the supervision of partners’ and sub-grantees’ project execution
    Overseeing projects and components that contribute to increased resilience of ecosystem and ecosystem services and support Kenya’s national policy of  Ending Drought Emergencies, as outlined in Kenya Vision 2030. 

    Fundraising and proposal development

    Proactively raise funds to support Kenya’s program and projects, including identifying and cultivating new sources of funding from national and international sources and ensure efficient proposal development.
    Participate and collaborate in regional fundraising initiatives led by the Africa regional team and by US- Arlington based teams

    People and program management

    Build, develop and maintain a highly efficient and capable team that delivers the program’s strategy and ensures operational excellence.
    Directly supervise, lead and mentor a team of technical and administrative staff 
    Ensure operational excellence, including managing the financial resources of the program and addressing all legal matters of the program.

    Participation in institutional processes

    Participate as a member of the Africa Field Division Senior Leadership Team in meetings and other mechanisms to contribute to the formulation and evaluation of regional plans and strategies and determine priorities.
    Participate in any annual or other institutional planning meetings and processes, representing the Kenya program, and contribute to the formulation of national plans and strategies and determine priorities.
    Participate in regional or institutional strategic groups as requested

    QUALIFICATIONS
    Required

    Master’s degree in biology, environmental studies, natural resources management, geography or a related field and minimum of 10 years of experience with conservation NGO, preferably in developing countries, or equivalent combination of degree and experience. 
    Minimum of 10 years experience of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning and programmatic evaluation as well as in information analysis, synthesis, management, monitoring and report development.
    Demonstrated experience in supporting programmatic planning by linking strategic plans and workplans.
    Project management experience, including management of substantial project/program budget.
    Demonstrated success in fundraising.
    Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team.
    Strong communication skills, preferably writing skills capable of peer-review publishing.
    Self-starter, willing to take initiative on solving problems and providing follow-on assistance.
    Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts. 
    Ability to adapt and flex with changing duties and priorities in a dynamic work environment.
    Strong organizational and financial skills.
    Fluency in English and Swahili.  

    Preferred

    Degree in marine science or a field related to marine conservation such as biology, environmental studies, natural resources (such as fisheries or marine protected area management).
    Field experience in developing countries and multicultural settings.
    Knowledge of sustainable development and green economy concept.
    Field experience in forestry, restoration, conservation, REDD+, policy and/or development.
    Passion for the conservation of nature and a commitment to CI’s vision and mission

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Local and international travel of not less than 25%, occasionally in difficult travel conditions.
    Ability to work in remote locations or under difficult working conditions.
    This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. Applicants will need to have the ability to live and work in Kenya without employer sponsorship.

  • Sales Director – FSI Networking Solutions Manager IT Solutions Manager

    Sales Director – FSI Networking Solutions Manager IT Solutions Manager

    Main Responsibilities

    Engage in a dialogue with financial customer’s senior CXO, with specific focus on the direction and content of digital transformation
    Demonstrate customer-specific benefits of products with a high degree of proficiency. Analyze and understand customer insights and market trends.
    Expanding businesses locally and within emerging untapped markets focusing on the banking industry
    Communicate and interact with the customer as well as other departments to effectively promote the solution/product and identify customer requirements
    Participate in the design and implementation of significant projects and act as a technical consultant to the customer as well as provide IT design & proposal
    Determine qualified leads through evaluation of prospect requirements and development of a concise understanding of prospects’ decision-making processes and criteria.

    Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (e.g. Accounting, Finance or Business Related Field) required. Professional Certification such as CPA, CISA strongly preferred.
    10+ years of experience within the IT industry, ideally in FSI industry with proven successful track record in professional services
    Excellent communication and negotiation with the ability to build good rapport and collaborative partnership with industry partners.
    Strong solution sales professional with a proven record of achieving /exceeding annual quota target.
     High competence in delivering product presentations and managing client workshops and proof of concepts.
    Have Banking System implementation experience, highly preferred to have experience in negotiation with financial customer architecture personnel
    Have a deep understanding of the risks impacting the FSI sector.

    What we offer:
    We offer you a professional career in one of the leading multinational telecommunication companies, challenging work, and a competitive salary package. Training opportunities are available for professional improvement

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  • Telephone Operator / Receptionist

    Telephone Operator / Receptionist

    Requirements

    O-level C+ and above with a good pass in English and Mathematics
    Should have a Diploma or Certificate in Telephone Operations / Reception from a reputable Institution
    Should have at least 3 Years’ experience as a Telephone Operator cum receptionist in a busy switch board/reception.
    Should have adequate knowledge of Telephone Switchboard operations for atleast4O lines.
    Must be computer literate(adequate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
    Should be able to effectively present information to callers regarding general Inquiries
    Should have a pleasant personality
    Should be aged 22-30 Years
    Public Relations training will be an added advantage
    Should be willing to work long hours with minimal or no supervision

  • Recruitment Manager (Branch Manager)

    Recruitment Manager (Branch Manager)

    This is a brilliant opportunity for an innately entrepreneurial individual out of the recruitment industry to carve an astounding career and a life free of financial worries.
    As part of Network recruitment, you will qualify for educational discounts, limitless training, paid maternity leave and many more benefits.
    Your career as a recruitment consultant will involve a focus on three main areas:
    Candidate management:

    Identify and attract suitable candidates
    Build a talent pool of scare skilled candidates
    Interview top candidates in your niche area
    Build solid relationships with candidates in your niche area

    Client acquisition and management:

    Source new clients in Africa
    Maintain and build relationships with current clients
    Present and attend client meetings and briefings
    Cold calling to source new clients
    Liaison with senior level clients

    Research:

    Keeping up to date with current trends in the recruitment industry within the African context. 
    Researching potential clients
    Researching new ways to attract suitable candidates

    Required education and experience:

    A three-year qualification relating to business
    5 years African recruitment experience with two years in a recruitment sales management role 
    Sales mindset
    Out of the box spirit

  • Spa Receptionist Spa Manager

    Spa Receptionist Spa Manager

    Job Summary: Refinery Grooming, a dedicated grooming lounge designed exclusively for men to offer a complete range of indulgent and luxurious solutions to suit all your grooming needs seeks to recruit a receptionist.
    He/ She will be responsible for manning the reception, greeting and screening visitors, maintaining the telecommunications system, managing the SPA bookings and reservations.
    Key Duties and Tasks:

    Provide guidance to clients on the procedures at the spa
    Answer telephone calls and provide accurate information to clients
    Keep the reception area clean and conducive for clients as they wait for their turn to be attended too
    Keep clients updated on currently available promotions and discounts in services offered in the Spa
    Process payments from clients for services ordered from the spa
    Keep register of long and existing clients
    Scheduling appointments to clients on specific days
    Open and close the spa at the appropriate time
    Ensure that the front desk is clean and organized for free movement
    Assist in getting client feedback on level of services delivered in order to improve on service delivery
    Inform staff members of appointments that have been canceled by clients, and also alert staff members of the arrival of clients who come without prior appointments
    Giving spa tours to new clients and explaining the products in use.
    Manage the visitor register to keep record of people who visit the spa on a daily basis
    Receive customer complaints and feedback and direct them to appropriate offices for resolution.
    Any other administration duties that may arise.

    Qualifications, Skills & Competencies:

    A Diploma or a first degree in business management or equivalent
    2 years doing a similar job.
    Excellent phone etiquette
    Excellent multitasking skills to successfully handle several assignments together
    Team working, Respect and integrity
    Excellent customer service skills
    Timeliness
    Organization awareness

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  • Cost Accountant

    Cost Accountant

    MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
    Creating and adjusting bill of materials for all KML products in SAP, ensure accuracy of prices of materials, finished and semi-finished products, ensure accuracy of Standard / Lean and Final product costing.
    KEY DELIVERABLES FOR THIS POSITION

    Ensure accuracy of product costing.
    Monitor actual v/s budgeted Consumption of Materials and other variables for control purposes.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Executing the departmental strategy through processes and procedures/standard achieve the institutions objectives
    Monitor Consumptions of Materials and Variances thereof for adjustments to reflect actual usage
    Monitor and verify raw material costing to ensure correct material prices and product costs are maintained and updated in the system for correct and timely management reports.
    Period End Closure related to Production
    Timely and accurate footwear profitability reports quarterly
    Timely and accurate product Costing, simulations and analysis for the division to enable correct decision making by management
    Creation and adjustment of BOM’s in SAP

    Benchmarking and implementing best practices in manufacturing & respective areas of worK
    Implementing product quality, customer & Service Excellence and Change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture

    Academic Qualifications
    Diploma in business related field
    Professional Qualifications
    CPA part I
    Job / Functional Skills

    Financial management
    Analytical and decision making skills
    People management
    Budgeting and financial planning
    Reporting and Presentation skills.

    General Skills

    Teamwork
    Communication Skills
    IT skills
    Time Management

    Behavior

    Customer centric
    Ownership
    Continuous improvement
    Leadership

    Experience
    At-least 3-4 year(s) relevant experience

  • Senior Advisor – Quality and Risk Management Senior Managers/Associate Directors

    Senior Advisor – Quality and Risk Management Senior Managers/Associate Directors

    Ref Number: QRM Senior Advisor/01/2020 – QRM
    The Nairobi office serves as the regional coordinating office providing the required networking to facilitate delivery of services on a timely basis to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are looking for a Quality and Risk Management Senior Advisor in our Q & RM Unit. The purpose of the position is to provide risk management services and promote adherence to laws, regulations, KPMG policies and professional standards within the firm.
    Key roles and responsibilities
    The QRM Senior Advisor will handle Quality and Risk Management aspects. He/she will be involved in the following duties:

    Developing and implementing KPMG risk management policies, processes and procedures including interpreting new regulations and spearheading implementation
    Contributing to the KPMG learning agenda by inculcating a culture of compliance 
    Evaluating, recording and managing potential conflicts of interest, ethics and independence issues
    Collaborating with business teams to assess contractual risks and respond to queries on quality and risk management
    Undertaking various projects on compliance, internal audit, internal controls, identification and remediation of risks, process improvement and other related assignments; and
    Preparing reports and advice that adds value to management decision making. 

    Skills and attributes
    The ideal candidate must be able to provide support to the Quality and Risk Management Unit, and work well independently with the following skills and attributes:

    Exceptional communications skills both written and oral 
    Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and resolve conflicting demands   
    Ability to work as a member of a team sharing knowledge and providing guidance and technical advice 
    A high aptitude for learning and innovation 
    A persuasive personality able to explain technical concepts to varying audiences  
    Well-developed problem solving abilities and strong analytical skills 
    Ability to provide different perspectives, options and ideas to issues raised by personnel   
    A self-driven and result oriented individual able to work independently  
    IT skills, particularly with respect to Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and 
    A high standard of integrity.

    We offer

    Continuous learning and development in a respected organisation 
    A fantastic opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary client service teams 
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative
    Competitive remuneration alongside a range of other benefits provided to KPMG personnel 
    Opportunity to work with people from different nationalities and backgrounds

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  • Management Accountant

    Management Accountant

    The management accountant will be responsible for analysing and presenting financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.
    The ideal candidate will manage the annual audit process, coordinate the annual budgeting and planning process as well as manage the VAT, tax and required statutory returns, submissions and payments. The position will liaise closely with the procurement and production departments to monitor & prepare the relevant management and Cost accounting reports.
    Responsibilities

    Financial Planning and analysis
    Preparations of timely and accurate monthly/quarterly management reports
    Perform fixed asset processing to enable reporting and Capital expenditure management
    Handling statutory deductions and tax payments while observing the stipulated deadline dates of submission, this includes the following taxes, Income tax, VAT, PAYE, Withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF NITA levies etc.
    Implementation of financial risk management policies of the company, which include insurance of assets and open risks, tax risk management and forex risks.
    Ensure also that the company working capital is safeguarded by maintaining adequate cash flow.
    Coordinate both external and internal audits and ensure effective implementation of audit recommendations, making of final accounts.
    Planning, Studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor.
    Development of pricing models by analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost
    Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
    Providing management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
    Responsible to check and reconcile manufacturing variances and yields analysis and interpretation of cost variances on a monthly basis
    Prepare detailed cost reports for manufacturing, identifying key overspends and variances and identifying opportunities of improvements
    Review and recalculate raw material, finished goods and other base costs and determine impact to business by applying changes.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option), Economics, or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
    Qualified Accountant (CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent) are a mandatory requirement
    Be registered with a professional body such as CPA, ACCA.
    At least 5 years of management accounting with exposure to cost accounting in a busy Manufacturing/FMCG environment.
    In depth understanding of manufacturing/FMCG processes
    Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results
    Strong financial and accounting knowledge (IFRS)
    Strong consolidation knowledge and experience
    Statutory understanding (companies act and Tax)
    Financial analysis experience
    Good knowledge of any accounting software e.g SAP.

    Skills

    Commercial awareness, with an interest in business and an understanding of how an organisation works and manages resources
    A high level of numeracy
    The ability to explain complex financial information in a clear way
    Professionalism and commitment
    Excellent oral and written communication skills
    IT proficiency
    Project management skills
    Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to work with colleagues at all levels including non-finance members of staff
    Organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

  • Human Resource Generalist

    Human Resource Generalist

    Main Responsibilities:

    Take the lead in HR key tasks and connect HR strategies to business requirements.
    Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practice.
    Ensure legal and operational compliance within the company and improve the quality and efficiency of HR work.
    Manage specific projects as determined by the Human Resource Director
    Assist in development and implementation of human resource policies
    Assist with all internal and external HR related matters.
    Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labour law and compliance requirements.

    Requirements:
    Atleast  more than 5 years Human resource experience preferable in the ICT industry  with a successful track record
     

    Preferable registered with a professional body/association
    Holds a Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: – Human Resource Management, Personnel Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Exposure to Labor Law and employment equity regulations.
    Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office and related business and communication tools.

    What we offer:
    We offer you a professional career in one of the leading multinational telecommunication companies, challenging work, and a competitive salary package. Training opportunities are available for professional improvement