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Driver

Job Purpose: Our client, the Embassy of Sweden seeks to recruit an experienced and focused Driver to the Embassy’s Administrative and Consular section. The ideal candidate should be a good team player with a high level of integrity. The candidate must hold the ability to prioritize and work efficiently under high workload. The drivers work as a team of three together with the receptionist and local security officer within the administrative section of the Embassy. The team serves the entire Embassy with driving orders, messenger services and other appropriate tasks. The drivers work on a rotational duty scheme for evenings and weekends. Occasionally travelling within Kenya is necessary.
Employers Background
The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT. The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, trade and investment promotion and cultural and information matters. It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals.
Roles & Responsibilities

Drive Embassy officials and other authorized passengers on official duty
Responsible for daily caretaking and maintenance of allocated vehicles
Messenger duties and other duties in the reception
Collect, distribute mail and carry out errands
Other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

O Level Certificate or KCSE Certificate
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Swahili
Clean driving license and current Certificate of Good Conduct
Minimum 5 years of driving experience in and outside Nairobi
Proven experience of driving armored vehicles
Proven defensive and evasive driving skills
Team player
Ability to carry a process forward, follow up and finalize tasks.
Experience working in an Embassy, NGO or International Organization.
Flexible approach and service oriented.

Other Essential Qualifications

Problem solver, excellent administrative and organizational skills.
Being an effective team player and good communicator.
Being discreet, reliable and have a high level of integrity.
Strong work ethic, showing punctuality and working according to sharp deadlines.
Passionate and committed learner, ability to learn, adapt to new guidelines, reach and report on agreed results.
Flexible approach and service oriented.

Benefits

Medical Insurance + Pension benefits (subject to 5 years employment)
28 days of annual leave
Gym allowance
Competitive remuneration

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November 2, 2024
Client Manager, Digital Network Services Wholesale, Team Leader

Working at NTT
Dimension Data is a proud member of the NTT Group, a global IT powerhouse headquartered in Japan. As part of NTT, we deliver a wide range of IT services and solutions to clients around the world. Although the Dimension Data brand was retired in some parts of the world in 2019, it remains well recognized in the Middle East and Africa. Join us and become part of the NTT family as we continue to provide innovative solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for delivery of the metrics set in the quarterly accountability matrixes as defined by the Sales Execution Framework
Establish productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned client accounts.
Enlist and coordinate the involvement of company personnel, including support, service, and management resources, in order to meet account performance objectives and clients’ expectations.
Strong business development background
Ability to put together business proposals for clients
Meet assigned targets for profitable sales volume and strategic objectives in assigned accounts
Proactively lead a joint company-strategic account planning process that develops mutual performance objectives, financial targets, and critical milestones for a one and three-year period.
Proactively assess, clarify, and validate client needs on an ongoing basis.
Lead solution development efforts that best address client needs, while coordinating the involvement of all necessary company personnel.
Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings that meet company standards.
Complete required training and development objectives within the assigned time frame.
Closely coordinate company executive involvement/sponsorship with client management.
Timely reporting on the set metrics on a weekly basis or as per the manager’s requirement

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Customer focus
Relationship building skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Planning & organizing
Negotiating skills
Displays professionalism
Drives for result
Must have a positive attitude
Takes initiative

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A college degree from an accredited institution
A minimum of 3 years of client management, preferably within the IT field
Competent in Microsoft Office.

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November 2, 2024
Onsite Network Security Support Engineer

Working at NTT

Dimension Data is a proud member of the NTT Group, a global IT powerhouse headquartered in Japan. As part of NTT, we deliver a wide range of IT services and solutions to clients around the world. Although the Dimension Data brand was retired in some parts of the world in 2019, it remains well recognized in the Middle East and Africa. Join us and become part of the NTT family as we continue to provide innovative solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a contract

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Performs basic problem determination and log the cases with Dimension Data Help Desk as the first point of contact.
Collects relevant technical information.
Attempt to resolve network and security related problem by following the guidance provided.
Filter non-technical problems from technical problems with the help of Dimension Data
Resolve known problems through product documentation or other local resources.
Report unknown or technical problems on ticketing system at customer portal
Resolve network related problems.
Troubleshooting of reported problems that are within the scope around the Network and Security Infrastructure.
Resolving configuration problems.
Resolution of software problems (OEM back-to-back required for escalation)
Determination of product specification defects
Generating workarounds for hardware and software bugs where applicable

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

Strong understanding of Network Security and related Technologies
Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including Firewalls, Routers and Switches,
Knowledge of application and network and security infrastructure protocols
Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.
Good analytical and problem-solving and communication skills

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field of study
Professional Certification i.e., Checkpoint and Cisco (CCSE, CCNP)

Required Experience:

Demonstrated experience working in a networking environment.
Experience in supporting critical network and security infrastructure which includes, Checkpoint and Cisco Firewall Routers and Switches.
Experience in configuration and troubleshooting routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, Eigrp and IS-IS

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careers.services.global.ntt

November 2, 2024
Technical Business Expert

Responsibilities:
Market Analysis and Opportunity Identification:

Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential clients, emerging trends, and market demands.
Evaluate competitors’ products and strategies to develop a competitive edge and unique value proposition.
Identify and prioritize potential business opportunities for expansion and growth.

Client Relationship Management:

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to understand their technical requirements, challenges, and opportunities, while coordinating with the headquarters team in Taiwan.
Collaborate with clients to understand their specific needs and tailor technical solutions that align with their business objectives.
Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights and recommendations to clients on dye and textile-related technical matters.

New Business Development:

Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand the company’s client base and market presence.
Identify and engage potential clients, partners, and distributors through targeted outreach and networking.
Present technical solutions and value propositions to potential clients, addressing their specific needs and concerns.

Technical Expertise:

Maintain an up-to-date understanding of dye and textile industry technologies, trends, and best practices.
Provide technical support and guidance to clients, assisting them in selecting the right products and solutions that meet their requirements.
Collaborate with the company’s technical teams to ensure a deep understanding of product capabilities and limitations.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and operations to align business strategies and technical capabilities.
Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear, understandable terms.
Collaborate with the HQ team to ensure business activities align with growth targets and company strategies

Negotiation and Contract Management:

Lead negotiations with potential clients to secure partnerships, contracts, and agreements that align with the company’s goals and terms.
Ensure that contractual agreements are well-defined, including technical specifications, timelines, and deliverables.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Business, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Proven track record in technical business development within the dye and textile industry.
Strong understanding of dyeing processes, textile manufacturing, and related technologies.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
Demonstrated experience in identifying and closing new business deals.
Strategic thinking and analytical skills for market analysis and opportunity identification.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and capable of working independently and within a team.
Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.

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vacancies@gaprecruitment.co.ke

November 2, 2024
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) I Product Manager – CORE

Role Profile:

Kyosk is looking for a passionate Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to work in the Quality Assurance (QA) team to help in the testing of the solutions developed by the software engineers on the leading edge of innovation in Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of test automation with the goal of achieving at least 95% test automation coverage.
As an SDET you will join the other Product and Technology professionals who share a passion for leveraging technology to empower informal retailers across the African continent. You’ll work with teams from multiple countries across the organization to create innovative solutions for Kyosk’s customers and internal teams.
To be successful in this role you will need to be analytical, have high attention to detail, be able to carry out multiple tasks in tandem, support other team members when needed and still be able to deliver despite distractions.

Key Responsibilities

Test Automation: Create and maintain a comprehensive set of automated tests at all levels by referring to the technical and product documentation. Configure these automated tests to execute reliability and efficiently in CI/CD environments. Contribute to the following types of automated tests : performance, API and E2E tests using tools such as Playwright, Gatling, Postman. Recognise and automate the routine tasks which can reduce the time for regression testing. Track and communicate test results in a timely, effective, and automated manner.
Test Coverage: Work towards attaining a minimum 90% test coverage on the service assigned to you. Automated tests should consider both positive and negative test cases, which will make code releases a faster and automated process thus reducing the time for manual automation, and allowing teams to do more exploratory testing. Be aware of new functionalities being added to your respective service and plan to add test cases consecutively. Actively work towards decreasing the testing time.
Test Stability: Own the test pipeline triage and ensure pipeline failures are triaged promptly. This will ensure developers are not blocked on code merge. Carry out performance tests regularly to identify the systems’ breaking point. Communicate this information to the correct team members promoting a proactive behaviour to problem solution.
Release Management: Be aware of items being released into production and identify gaps in the automated tests and plan for manual testing by communicating the same to manual test team members.
Domain Knowledge: Take time to deeply understand the Kyosk architecture by reading the technical and product documentation. This will allow you to quickly identify areas in which the issue has occurred which will reduce the turnaround time for the bug resolution.
Team Collaboration: Interact closely with other cross functional teams towards the delivery of engineering goals. Be able to identify the effect of code change, and communicate the same to other dependent teams promoting proactive communication.
Process Adherence: Adhere to agile processes identified by Kyosk. You are encouraged to find better ways of performing the day to day tasks, getting buy-in from team members and eventually updating the Kyosk Engineering SOP’s.

Minimum Requirements & Key Skills:

2+ years of writing automated tests by referencing technical and product documentation and have working experience with testing and deployment of software to real production environments;
You have working experience of a test automation tool and have added the respective tests to a CI/CD pipeline
Experience working with Agile methodologies, Scrum and demonstrated experience in working in end-to-end software development lifecycles.
Proficiency with tools of the product and engineering trade such as JIRA, GIT, a CI/CD tool ex GCP, SQL etc.
Working experience in any of the popular automation tools such as Cucumber, Cypress, Gatling, Postman etc.
Have working experience in programming concepts such as OOP’s, Flow Control Structures etc

Desired Technical Competencies

Experience in expertly troubleshooting production issues leading to a quick turnaround to resolution
Experience in e-commerce, payments, and/or distribution of FMCG products is a plus
Certifications in any level of ISTQB is a plus
Ability to independently plan, execute and deliver on tasks
Aware of when to seek guidance when blocked ensuring project delivery is not compromised
Experience in building test automation frameworks is a plus
Able to understand developers code and create use cases for test automation is a plus

Desired Behavioral Competencies

You have experience in handling the pressure of fast-paced environments typical of a tech startup environment where you wear multiple hats and have access to limited resources
You have a strong desire for continuous improvement
You can work under pressure, with tight timelines and ambitious deadlines
You have a passion for digital products
You can stay motivated through difficult challenges, and occasional long hours
Your passion is contagious, and you use it to inspire the rest of the team
You have equal empathy for internal users, and our target market of informal retailers
You have a strong work ethic and exhibit genuine care for the team and their products, with a willingness to go to any necessary length to ensure their success
You have integrity: You do what you say you will do and make no excuses.
You develop a deep understanding and respect for what each team member is responsible for, and trust them to do their job
Your confidence and experience make you trust your instinct and communicate persuasively.
You are detail-oriented, process-driven, and organized

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November 2, 2024
Sales Executive (Wholesale Hardware)- Kajiado Sales Executive (Wholesale Hardware)- Mombasa Sales Executive (Wholesale Hardware)- Machakos Sales Executive (Wholesale Hardware)- Kitengela Tally Accountant- Hardware Marketing Associate IT & Graphic Designer- Real Estate

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Sales Executive to join our Wholesale Hardware team. The Sales Executive will be responsible for promoting and selling our products to retail hardware outlets in the construction industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the hardware industry and possess excellent communication and sales skills.
Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain relationships with retail hardware outlets in the construction industry
Identify and pursue new sales opportunities with potential customers
Meet and exceed sales targets and goals
Provide exceptional customer service and support to existing and potential customers
Keep up-to-date with industry trends, products, and competitors
Participate in industry events and trade shows to promote our products and services
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer needs are being met
Prepare and present sales reports, forecasts, and other relevant information

Requirements:

Proven track record of successful sales in the hardware industry
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers
Excellent negotiation and closing skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Knowledge of construction materials and industry trends
Ability to travel as required

Education and Experience:

Diploma/Certificate in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience in the hardware industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software

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vacancies@gaprecruitment.co.ke

November 2, 2024
Client Manager, Technology Services

Working at NTT

Responsible for delivery of the metrics set in the quarterly accountability matrixes as defined by the Sales Execution Framework
Managing and building client relationships for commercial and enterprise accounts across East Africa. Proficient in selling: Cisco, Microsoft, Checkpoint,Veritas, DellEMC, VMWare, F5, Palo Alto, NetSuite, AWS and SAP.
Driving sales strategy into the account base, by working closely with the Line of Business Manager and Solution Architects / Engineers and Technology leads.
Accurately forecast annual, quarterly and monthly revenue pipeline and responsible for individual sales target.
Develop and manage client account plans to ensure revenue growth across Solution Groups.
Engage appropriate resources at all levels within the Company and with external partners and suppliers where necessary to ensure revenue growth.
Liaise between account holders and various departments as well as communicating effectively to maintain customer satisfaction and uphold company protocols.
Secure high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
Meet assigned targets for profitable sales volume and strategic objectives in assigned accounts
Proactively assess, clarify, and validate client needs on an ongoing basis.
Lead solution development efforts that best address client needs, while coordinating the involvement of all necessary company personnel.
Closely coordinate company executive involvement/sponsorship with client management.
Timely reporting on the set metrics on a weekly basis or as per the manager’s requirement

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

A college degree from an accredited institution
A minimum of 8 years of client management, preferably within the IT field
Competent in Microsoft Office.
Strong CRM skills e.g., Salesforce
Vendor / distribution / sales channel knowledge and experience
Demonstrated track record of meeting sales targets

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careers.services.global.ntt

November 2, 2024
Zonal Trainer

Job Purpose/Mission
The Zonal Trainer will be responsible for offer training in support of commercial sales and collection team capabilities in achieving key sales and collection goals as well as deputizing the zonal sales and collection manager to achieve sales and collection targets. On boarding of new sales agents, training of existing sales agents, they are expected to train and educate sales staff and area agent lead from the point of their initial hire and on a continuous, ongoing basis. They will be responsible for actively searching, training, evaluating, and implementing effective methods to educate and enhance staff and contractors learning and development needs within their zones. Training all departmental system procedures and policies, product knowledge, incentive structure and identifying any issues with training methods and make suggestions for improvements as needed.
Responsibilities

Carry out capability enhancing trainings to the commercial team within the zone as well as championing the company values, missions and policies.
Conduct and support customer education clinics within the zone.
Conduct training sessions for new and current sales personnel and develop individualized training plans for underperforming salespersons through trade accompaniments.
Develop new approaches and techniques for making improvements in training programs.
Measure the performance of trainees after the session.
Screen and recruit contractors that have a commercial and Credit (collection) Personality.
Maintain and update records of training material and training sessions.
Schedule orientations and related training events for new individuals and teams within the zone.
Stay updated with current market trends and the changing demands of the zone sales environment.
Accompany the sales agents, collection agents and area agent lead in the sales and collection activities to ensure capability among the field team.
Monitor and evaluate the training activities and effectiveness. Review the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with zonal sales and collection managers, amend and revise programs as necessary, to adapt to changes occurring in the work environment.
Deputize the zonal sales and collection manager in achieving the sales and collection targets of the zones.
Working with tight deadlines and providing valuable input on projects to enhance and customize training processes to exceed operational needs.
Diligently provide regular detailed status reports to your team while providing recommendations on corrective action if deliverables are in jeopardy.

Knowledge and Skills

Experience:

5 years’ experience within service subscription industry or Insurance or asset financing in training and building capability of a team.
Sales Success Track record based on improving sales team capability.
Experience in identifying sales gap within a sales team with corrective training plan.
Loan Sales & Portfolio Management experience
Computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Good oral and written communication
Experienced at multitasking under pressure against demands and deadlines, whilst always maintaining a positive and constructive attitude and demeanor
Evidence of the practice of a high level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and maturity
Flexible approach to working, able to pick up a variety of tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant field experience.

Language(s):

English
Kiswahili

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www.engie.com

November 2, 2024
Senior Information & Communications Technology (ICT) Officer

Basic Salary Kshs. 54,164 per month(minimum) raising to Kshs. 72,901 per month (maximum)
Number of Vacancy/ies – one (1)
Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

Developing hardware and software specifications.
Developing and implementing systems; undertaking upgrading of software.
Updating and keeping inventory on information communication technology activities.
Designing, recommending and evaluating systems.
Implementing, maintaining and documenting standards of systems.
Maintaining support systems and training of users; and repairing and maintaining of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

Have a minimum period of five (5) years relevant work experience.
Have Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology or any other equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
Have Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
Be registered with a professional body;
Have demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

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agency.go.ke

November 2, 2024
Commercial Analyst

Role Profile

We are looking to bring on board a Commercial Analyst responsible for leading market research & analysis; business performance analysis and driving profitability as well as identifying key customer trends that can be monetized to drive value for the organization in terms of revenue generation.
He or she will support the negotiation of joint business plans, lead market research, generate reports that add valuable insights to the business performance and direction; sales analysis & data compilation and driving a data-driven approach to decision-making within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial Perfromance Management:
Selecting, monitoring, and reporting on KPIs, improving business processes, and driving continuous improvement.
Helping the business to meet its commercial objectives using data

Commercial Analytics & Reporting:

Conduct data analysis. This entails data curation, summary statistics, exploratory analysis, and other analyses to drive optimization, product improvement, product development, marketing techniques and business strategies.
Reporting/Data visualization and Automation: Develop reports, dashboards, and other data solutions in Excel. Partner with the Data team to develop solutions as required within Looker Studio and Power BI.
Requirements gathering. Develop user stories and wireframes that address all user requirements.
Work with users to address gaps in data utilization and provide support to address user needs/ queries.
Fulfill data requests from the commercial, customer experience and marketing functions.

Market Intelligence:

Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating market intelligence information to support business decisions.
Monitoring industry trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to provide actionable recommendations to key stakeholders.
Developing and maintaining databases, reports, and dashboards for market analysis.
Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating market intelligence information to support business decisions. Monitoring industry trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to provide actionable recommendations to key stakeholders. Developing and maintaining databases, reports, and dashboards for market analysis.

Business Partnership

Work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs, identify opportunities to leverage data to solve business problems, and provide recommendations to improve business performance.
Provide data-driven insights and support to help drive strategic decision-making and business growth. The decisions will revolve around supplier management, profitability, revenue growth, discounts, targets etc.
Stakeholder alignment: Support the development and implementation of the growth strategy per business unit.

Minimum Requirements & Key Skills:

A minimum of six (6) years of working experience as a Commercial Analyst/Commercial Data Analyst; Business Analyst or Data Analyst;
BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics;
A professional qualification in a related field is an added advantage;
Technical understanding of data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques;
Strong knowledge of and experience working with reporting packages (Business Objects etc), databases (SQL etc), programming (XML, Javascript, or ETL frameworks);
Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS etc). Experience working with advanced analytics tools including advanced Excel, VBA, SQL, Python, Power BI, R and other data analysis tools;
Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy;
Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings;
Solid knowledge of the business operations and finance around commercial activities;
Experience in economic impact assessment modelling is preferred;
Demonstrable skills in data analysis and data interpretation.

Competencies & Skills

Analytical Thinking;
Commercial Acumen;
Attention to Detail;
Stakeholder Management;
Problem-Solving Skills;
Tech Savvy.

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kyosk.hire.trakstar.com

November 2, 2024