Jobs Kenya

Website: Website http://victoryfarmskenya.com/

  • Recruiting Supervisor

    Recruiting Supervisor

    Job Description

    Location: 80% Nairobi 20% Homabay
    Reports to: Head of HR
    Compensation: Competitive
    Start Date: Immediate
    Responsibilities
    The ideal candidate will build effective recruiting processes within our offices both in Nairobi and Homabay and collaborate with respective HR staff across the organization to provide best practices. He/ She will be responsible for the duties outlined below:

    Direct, develop and coach Recruiting staff which includes Recruiters and Recruiting Coordinators.
    Partner with HR Business Partners on organizational changes to anticipate future staffing needs.
    Coordinate with company managers to understand their needs and the culture of the team.
    Ensure that IT, Admin and HR have all the information necessary to onboard new hires.
    Coach Managers through the hiring process and communicate current employment trends to senior leadership.
    Identify best practices for the recruiting processes.
    Partner with Managers to create job descriptions and advise on compensation levels.
    Evaluate effectiveness of candidate sourcing methods.
    Create metrics and reporting tools to measure cost-effectiveness, hiring results and impact of team and Recruiting initiatives.
    Manage relationships and contracts with external resources including recruiting firms and thirdparty vendors.
    Ensure Technology is being utilized to streamline processes and procedures to avoid manual work.
    Review Applicant Tracking Systems.
    Create a candidate persona for each open position
    Follow-up references
    Present Short-listed candidates.

    Qualifications and Experience

    HR experience a plus.
    5+ years of full-cycle recruitment experience required.
    Proficient in Microsoft suite of products; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
    High level of integrity and confidentiality required.
    Good time-management skills

  • HR Assistant

    HR Assistant

    Job Description

    Location: 100% Farm (in rural area of Homabay)
    Reports to: Head of HR
    Compensation: Competitive
    Start Date: Immediate
    Job Description
    The HR will manage the day-to-day operations of the Human Resource at the commercial office. The HR will manage the administration of human resources policies, procedures, and programs.
    Qualifications
    The ideal candidate should have a college degree (or equivalent in work experience) with 2+ years’ experience working in a fast-paced office environment. He/ She will be responsible for the duties outlined below:

    Organize, compile, update company personnel records and documentation
    Assist recruitment of potential applicants based on experience, skills, and education, filing paperwork, completing employee documentation, recording data on each current employee; maintaining and filing paperwork of terminated or exiting employees
    Coordinate HR projects in coordination with the HR Nairobi office.
    Help organize and manage new employee orientation, onboarding, and training programs
    Provide documentation of employee absences, bonuses, and personal time to be used in payroll preparation.
    Answer employee questions and address employee concerns with company; including employee safety, welfare, wellness and health
    Assist in drawing up plans for future personnel hiring procedures and goals.

    Requirements

    Effective communication and organizational skills
    Ability to form working relationships with people at all levels
    Teamwork skills
    Interpersonal skills
    IT skills

  • Videographer & Digital Media Analyst

    Videographer & Digital Media Analyst

    Job Description

    Location: 50% Nairobi 50% Homabay
    Reports to: Director of Sustainability
    Start Date: Immediate
    Want to work in fantastic environment for our employees where you have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally? Want to work where the importance of individual and team contributions to the success the company is recognized?
    Then you should come join us at Victory Farms as a Videographer & Digital Media Analyst.
    Job brief
    We are seeking an energetic, responsible Videographer & Digital Media Analyst to join our growing organization. In this position, you will be expected to learn the ins-and-outs of our daily routines and procedures. You will focus on learning how our organization runs.
    Responsibilities
    The Employee’s duties and procedures which may be varied from time to time, will include amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day to day business of the Company the following:

    Ability to shoot video and audio at a professional skill level
    Able to cut, edit, and post-process films to an advanced and modern level

    Prior work will be required for viewing for this role

    Creative eye for storyline, developing characters in social media-length films, and creating emotional appeal for VF impact
    Must be highly flexible to suit the needs of a small start-up, which means buses and boda-boda travels are frequent as we need a mobile person
    Comfortable with modern web apps, can quickly learn and use them to his/her strength
    Desire to learn and progress within the organization
    Incredibly diligent and able to follow projects through to completion
    Dedicated to excellence and detail-oriented execution
    Must be willing and able to spend long periods in Homa Bay, in the area around Sindo town (Suba sub county)

    Requirements

    Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
    Should have 3+ years working in an innovative and fast-paced environment.
    Excellent communication & documentation skills
    Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision.
    Passionate about technology with a strong urge to learn.
    Excellent understanding of business processes & conceptual models, strong presentation skills, training skills etc. shall be required

    Key Deliverables

    Create content by both filming activities, audio work, web-based work, social media work, and use editing software to create finished product.
    An ability to use social media at an advanced level is a strong plus.

  • Procurement intern Crane Driver

    Procurement intern Crane Driver

    Job Description

    Reports to: Procurement Manager
    Start Date: Immediate
     
    Are you looking for rapid professional development in on of Kenya’s fastest growing young companies? Victory Farms is recruiting a Procurement Intern to assist the Procurement team in addressing all the procurement needs of the company and collaborating with all relevant stakeholders .Professionally, you would be joining a business with ever-growing opportunities and responsibilities, providing a profound exposure to high-growth business environment.
     
    Come join us at Victory Farms as a Procurement Intern.
     
    Responsibilities
     
    The Employee’s duties and procedures which may be varied from time to time, will include amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day to day business of the Company the following:

    Track shipments and communicate with clients about the package’s progress.
    Coordinate shipping with customs agents for clearance on overseas orders
    Deal with quotes from prospective shippers and handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur.
    Provide efficient delivery logistics through data management.
    Fill out import documentation, compile carrier and route assignments, compute international fees for each shipment, and keep track of shipment payments and quotas.
    Calculating and recording shipping costs, fees, buying price, selling price, and profit
    Communicating with suppliers to follow up with emails, product quotes, and sample products.
    Applying and following up on exemption process
    Preparing and sending out RFQ to suppliers
    Maintains files, log, records of invoices, purchase orders and other related documentation.
    Should be good at data presentation
    Maintains information on computer systems and other applicable software in procurement department
    Communicating with suppliers to follow up with emails, product quotes, and sample products
    Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by Supervisor.

    Requirements

    Fluent in English.
    Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word. 
    Provide references upon request
    Good Interpersonal skills
    Ability to work in a high volume fast paced environment.
    Ability to communicate with management and co-workers, and ability to work well independently and in a team.
    Should show a high level of responsibility and integrity to work independently under minimal supervision.
    Good problem-solving skills to work in a dynamic environment.

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  • Sales Operations Foreman

    Sales Operations Foreman

    Job Description

    Want to work in fantastic environment for our employees where you have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally? Want to work where the importance of individual and team contributions to the success the company is recognised?
    Then you should come join us at Victory Farms as a Sales Operations Foreman.
    Reports to: Head of Sales Operations
    Start Date: Immediate
    Job brief
    We are looking for a talented Sales Operations Foreman to supervise all the transport and logistics operations within the Commercial canter and the branches. You will lead the casuals in the daily transport operations, foster a positive environment and ensure customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will have a hands-on approach to maintain accurate stock loading records from the farm to commercial locations and Ensure prescribed safety checks are done on all vehicles before commencement of commercial bound trips to the farm.
    Responsibilities
    The Employee’s duties and procedures which may be varied from time to time, will include amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day to day business of the Company the following:

    Maintain accurate stock loading records from the farm to commercial locations.
    Promote process improvement that mitigates losses of stocks while loading goods enroute to the Victory Logistics Centre and Western Kenya routes.
    Ensure that all commercial orders are fulfilled as per order sheet
    Ensure health and safety standards are maintained by commercial drivers during dispatch of stocks
    Ensure prescribed safety checks are done before commencement of commercial bound trips to the farm.
    Report on any pending repairs that need to be carried out on commercial vehicles
    Custodian of all western Kenya waybills. Track all Goods in Transit Variances.
    Custodian of crates received from Victory Logistics Centre and Western Kenya Routes.
    Source casual labourers used in Western Kenya commercial sales functions
    Ensure appropriate licensing and certification are obtained for all sales locations and vehicles in use.

    Requirements

    Degree/Diploma in warehousing or related discipline.
    2 years working experience in an Inventory Management Accounting positions,
    Credit controllers & junior auditors may also apply to this position. 
    Strong analytical skills required.
    High integrity.
    Working knowledge of Excel and other MS office applications.
    Ability to handle emergencies while employing a solution- based approach at all times.
    Excellent listening and communicating skills while handling all stakeholders.

  • Project Manager

    Project Manager

    Location: 75% Farm; 25% Non-farm (Farm is in rural area in Homa Bay)
    Compensation: Commensurate with Experience
    Start date: Immediate
    Application Deadline: November 9, 2018
    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    The ideal candidate will have 8+ years working in a project management role in Africa, for a company that has rapidly scaled its operation, faces logistical challenges in a remote location, and is focused on operational excellence:

    Leadership to drive construction projects with complete end-to-end ownership over timeline, budget and resourcing, quality and safety measures, labor and management, and outcome
    Ability to develop the construction KPIs, measure and track against KPIs and budgets, and make monthly improvements through systems, improving skills, organization, and scale
    Lead and develop strong technical team of various artisans, including electricals, plumbing, masonry, tiling, carpentry, excavations, civil works, and other construction projects
    Structure workflows, develop SOPs, and develop highly standardized approach to construction of projects on farm and management of any third parties
    Support and manage our community relations efforts, build close and lasting ties to stakeholders
    Demonstrate desire to relocate/live to farm site, based in rural Homa Bay County

  • General Manager

    General Manager

    Job description
    About the Opportunity:
    The commercial aquaculture industry in East Africa is growing rapidly, based on strong demand and excellent natural resources. Victory Farms is the pioneer and leader in the space, accounting for roughly 50% of local fish production and 75% of the industry’s annual growth. Wildcatch tilapia has declined 90% over the last 30 years and continues to decline. Population growth, urbanization, and income growth are all rapidly fueling the consumer’s ability and desire to buy fresh fish. Victory Farms is uniquely positioned as the regional leader to continue to build a full-scale commercial fish farm and distribution platform.
    Job Description:
    The ideal candidate will have 10+ years working in a leadership capacity for a company in Africa that has rapidly scaled its operation, faces logistical challenges, and is focused on operational excellence:

    Leadership to drive company vision and operational goals throughout all levels of operations
    Ability to develop the right KPIs, measure and track against them, and make monthly improvements through systems, improving skills, organization, and scale
    Coordinate construction timelines, resource planning, execution and quality controls, maintain safety standards, and have end-to-end ownership on project delivery
    Lead and develop strong technical team of aquaculture, construction, and administration
    Structure workflows, develop SOPs, and develop highly standardized approach to handling various farm activities
    Manage rapid scaling of business, development of infrastructure, and operational excellence
    Support and manage our community relations efforts, build close and lasting ties to stakeholders
    Demonstrate desire to relocate/live to farm site, based in rural Homa Bay County
    Reports directly to the CEO; approximately 150 FTEs report to GM, growing at 75 FTEs / year

  • Accounts Intern

    Accounts Intern

    Job Description
    Location: 90% Homabay 10% Nairobi
    Reports to: The Accountant
    Start Date: Immediate
    Want to work in fantastic environment for our employees where you have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally? Want to work where the importance of individual and team contributions to the success the company is recognized?
    Then you should come join us at Victory Farms as an Accounts Intern.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    The Employee’s duties and procedures which may be varied from time to time, will include amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day to day business of the Company the following:

    Responsible for daily administration of financial functions including budgeting and cost control
    Responsible for costing and budgeting of work in progress projects
    Assist management in preparing of project reporting and analysis
    Create production of daily and periodic cost statements
    Interpret the statistical and accounting information to appraise operating results in terms of cost, budgets, policies of operation, trends and increased profit possibilities
    Assisting with research, filing, data entry, recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records.
    Handling sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.
    Learning how to work as part of the Accounting team to compile and analyze data, track information and support the company
    Taking on additional tasks or projects to learn more about accounting and office operations.

    Requirements

    Must be a recent graduate or actively working towards a Bachelor’s in Accounting or any related field.
    Satisfactory completion of introductory accounting courses and a basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
    Proficiency with computers.
    Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    High level of efficiency, accuracy and responsibility.
    Motivation and strong desire to take on new challenges and learn as much as possible

  • HR Officer Security Guard

    HR Officer Security Guard

    Location: 80% Non-farm (Nairobi) 20% Farm (in rural area of Homa Bay);
    Job Description
    Qualifications
    The ideal candidate will have a college degree (or equivalent in work experience). He/ She will have 2+ years working in a fast-paced office environment, and hold the following qualifications:

    Organize, compile, update company personnel records and documentation
    Assist recruitment of potential applicants based on experience, skills, and education, filing paperwork, completing employee documentation, recording data on each current employee; maintaining and filing paperwork of terminated or exiting employees
    Coordinate HR projects in coordination with the HR Admin office.
    Help organize and manage new employee orientation, on-boarding, and training programs
    Provide documentation of employee absences, bonuses, and personal time to be used in payroll preparation.
    Answer employee questions and address employee concerns with company; including employee safety, welfare, wellness and health

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  • Branch Sales Captain

    Branch Sales Captain

    Job Summary
    The Branch Captain (BC) runs his/her own store location in Nairobi. The BC is in charge of between 1 and 3 direct reports, called Promoters. The Promoters support the BC in achieving sales growth and serving existing customers. The BC is responsible for developing business in nearby region surrounding the BC.

    Job Description

    COMPENSATION: Base of Gross KES 10,000, Bonus potential up to 100,000 monthly
    START DATE: Immediate
    JOB DESCRIPTION
    The Branch Captain (BC) runs his/her own store location in Nairobi. The BC is in charge of between 1 and 3 direct reports, called Promoters. The Promoters support the BC in achieving sales growth and serving existing customers. The BC is responsible for developing business in nearby region surrounding the BC. The BC will receive, control, and sell fresh fish to the market ladies, nearby hotels and restaurants, and develop new sales leads. Very substantial bonus opportunities and career progression for outstanding candidates.
    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Open the Branch location each day at 7 am
    Receive fresh and frozen fish from central cold chain location, responsible for accurate accounting
    Train, motivate, and lead the Promoter team (1 to 3 people) to win new sales, maintain great customer relationships and grow the Branch
    Operate tech-savvy point-of-sales system, with cutting edge inventory controls and planning
    Plan adequately for daily and future sales, maintain correct levels of inventory
    Interact with local authorities and help us maintain all of the correct permits and licenses for Branch operations
    Maintain extremely high-quality hygiene on a daily basis.