Website: Website http://www.amsol.co.ke/

Senior Retail Training Officer

Reporting to the Manager – Retail, the Training Officer, will be tasked with the following:
Job Responsibilities

Conducting Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for service station staff, dealers, customers and other stakeholders;
Preparing an annual training plan including training ahead of roll out of new products, projects and other initiatives;
Preparing and developing training curricula and manuals, scheduling and implementing the same within the set timelines;
Participating in recruitment, induction and training of new Forecourt supervisors, Pump Attendants and Dealers;
Monitoring and evaluating monthly, quarterly and annual customer surveys and performance against Corporate Targets so as to identify dealer training needs;
Keeping abreast of emerging market trends and customer needs and reviewing overall market strategic plans and incorporate trainings that will position National Oil as a World class entity;
Working with the relevant departments to ensure that the Customers and Dealers are sensitized to ensure compliance with certain statutory and institutional requirements; and
Any other duty that may be assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution;
Diploma in Marketing or Human Resource Management will be an added advantage;
At least five (5) years’ experience;
Good presentation skills;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
Good report writing skills;
Good planning and organizing skills; and
Computer competency.

October 25, 2024
Business Development Executive

Responsibilities

Achieve set sales targets and define strategy to achieve these targets and also to follow the set strategy punctually
Provide consultation services and information to clients who want to buy IT products and services and advises them on the best option based on their needs
Develop good business relationships with clients
Receive, analyze and respond to business proposals from various stakeholders providing industry-specific solutions
Analyze and explore business and market trends and stay updated about new technological developments taking place in the industry
Manage the proposal development process and maintain the time-lines for the proposal teams
Develop draft proposals based on team meetings and discussions
Maintain the Business Development database
Support marketing activities

Job Qualifications

Bachelors’ Degree in Marketing
Minimum 1 years’ experience in an ICT company

October 25, 2024
Regional Managing Director (East Africa)

Job Details
S/he will oversee general company administration, development and quality control; Provide assistance to the professional staff; Manage HR and Financial matters; Manage Business Development and overall project management.
The candidate must have deep knowledge of HR practices, hands on experience in administration and logistics, Strategy and Budgeting, Compliance, Business Development (Develop and achieve regional marketing strategy, including the development of regional offices or representative offices, associates and sub-consultants), Project Management, Quality Assurance.
Job Responsibilities

Implementing, adhering to and contributing to development and enhancement of: Transfer Pricing Policy; Allocation of Revenue Policy;ESOP (Employee Share Option Program); Group Strategy.
Representing the region on all of the above at Group Exco and Board Meetings
Representing Regional Shareholders at Group Board Meetings
Attending and presenting at International Conference and ensure participation by senior consultants and fellow Directors

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong operational acumen
Proven people management and relationship skills
Regional experience
Knowledge/Experience in investment analysis and portfolio construction
Professional maturity and ability to operate in a fast paced, competitive work environment
Ability to analyze and articulate a situation and analyze complex details quickly
Adapt easily to changing situations and exercises subtly in dealing with delicate situations
Exhibit the highest levels of integrity and professionalism

Qualifications

Relevant Bachelors’ Degree
Masters’ Degree is an added advantage.
Minimum 5 years Senior Management experience
Must demonstrate Strong Business Acumen & Commercial Awareness

October 25, 2024
Business Analyst

Job Responsibilities

Budget formulation and submission
P&L, Cash flows and Balance sheet forecasts (12 months)
Inventory projections, management, physical count and reconciliations
Variance analysis on all financial data
Formulation of policies & Procedures
Payroll processing & Head count
Forex gain (loss) analysis and explanations
HR functions as assigned
Due Diligence & other Head office projects

Qualifications

Degree in Accounting/Finance from a recognized University
5 years’ experience as a business analyst in a medium/Large organization
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K)
Certificate in Advanced Excel and MS Office
ERP Systems knowledge – experience in SAGE Evolution will be an added advantage

October 25, 2024
Restaurant / Contracts Manager.

Role and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Project Manager, s/he will be tasked with the following:

Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations.
Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction.
Daily/Weekly/Monthly meetings with the client to discuss issues and feedback to Project Manager and Catering issues to Catering Development Manager.
Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints.
Regularly review product quality and research new vendors.
Organize and supervise shifts.
Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity.
Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products.
Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.
Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly and annual revenues and expenses.
Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events.
Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads).
Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices.
Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations.

Requirements

BSc degree in Business Administration; hospitality management or culinary schooling.
Proven work experience as a Restaurant Manager.
Proven customer service experience as a manager.
Extensive food and beverage (F&B) knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform customers and wait staff.
Familiarity with restaurant management software.
Strong leadership, motivational and people skills.
Acute financial management skills.
Financial monitoring and control of the contracts.
Ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality compliance is maintained and the Company’s procedures and objectives are achieved.
Commercial awareness of a Catering establishment.

October 25, 2024
Head Chef

Our client is looking for a Head Chef.
Reporting to the Restaurant Contracts / Manager, s/he will be incharge of the day to day supervision of the work force based in Nairobi.
Role and Responsibilities:
The head chef will be in charge of the following:

Oversee Menu’s/Function planning, Stock Management, Food Supply, Food Ordering and Functions Costing.
Use PPE in prescribed manner; ensuring all other kitchen staff do the same and are dressed accordingly in company dress regulations.
Observe business communication ethics; monitor staff and maintain high standards.
Work clean and tidy conforming to ISO 22000 ensuring the kitchen stays clean and disinfected at all times; Ensure all staff follow correct procedures.
Place equipment repair orders in timely manner; Check serviceability of all catering equipment at end of week/month and report any faults, if identified to the client.
Immediately inform Camp Administrator of any deficiencies, malfunctions, accidents, incidents and other abnormal events.
Ensure all staff carry out cleaning tasks and duties safely and correctly; monitor and train staff as required reporting any incidents to the Restaurant Contracts/ Manager if there are issues you cannot fixed.
Carry out Food Safety form’s and checks on a daily/monthly basisImplement stringent company HSE Policy.
Must maintain safety rules and have the capabilities to work at speed.
Attend regular meetings with customers and client staff on Catering issues.

Requirements

City and Guilds 706/1 or NVQ Level 2 Professional cookery or similar
CIEH Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2
5 years or more years’ experience in the role
Supervised Catering Establishments
Supervised a National Work Force
Must be capable of safe working practices and working at speed

Desirable Attributes

Good command of the English language
Must have a basic knowledge of British Culinary Cooking: Experience in western dishes delivering high end/high quality food preparation and delivery with experience of working at high end establishments, preferably embassies

October 25, 2024
Public Relations Manager

Job Responsibilities

Manage and grow the existing client portfolio, consisting of some leading and demanding corporate organizations in the country
Manage the day-to-day operations of the agency, including mentoring, giving guidance, motivating and managing a team of client service executives, business development personnel, administration, as well as creative/design teams.
Identify existing business opportunities both from within the existing clients as well as scouting for new clients
Manage and maintain satisfactory relations with senior managers from the existing and prospective client portfolios
This position calls for an all-rounded candidate, and shall be sorely responsible for all the operations of the agency

Requirements

Minimum of 6 years working experience in PR, corporate communications and Events management. Experience in an advertising agency at a senior level would be a definite advantage
A degree in Public Relations or Communication or Journalism.
A relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage
Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (attach certificate)
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent people skills
Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
Proven track record of national and regional media relations; ability to build relationships in new sectors and verticals
Experience in creating and managing key marketing initiatives
Experience in building relationships with stakeholders at senior level
Demonstrated confidence with agency and client teams
Aptitude to work independently, manage and motivate teams
Ability to identifying business opportunities in order to grow profitability of the agency.

October 25, 2024
Merger & Acquisitions Manager Senior Assistant Customer Service

Our client is a corporate body established under the Competition Act No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
On behalf of the client, we seek to recruit a highly experienced, highly competent, motivated and self-driven individual with excellent credentials and a strategic mind to competitively fill the position below:
Roles
S/he will be responsible for the following:
Merger Analysis:

Review merger analysis and investigation reports and make recommendations to the Director, Competition and Consumer Protection;
Oversee investigation of all mergers that may have been consummated without approvals and make recommendations to the Director, Competition and Consumer Protection;
Oversee the identification and analysis of unwarranted concentrations of economic power and review reports thereof and make recommendations to the Director; Competition and Consumer Protection;
Oversee the development of merger guidelines and make recommendations for approval;
Maintain the customer compliments, complaints and enquiries register.

Policy Development and Stakeholders Management:

Liaise with the Research Policy and Advocacy Division in carrying out economic analysis of mergers and conduct specific market inquiries;
Liaise with the Legal department in development of the Authority’s legal frameworks on mergers and acquisitions;
Liaise with the Legal department to develop relevant regulations and escalate them as appropriate
Develop and oversee implementation of policies and procedures to enable the Department function effectively.
Liaise with sector regulators regarding merger analysis.

Department Management:

Develop work plans and budgets for the M & A Department for approval
Oversee the execution of the approved departmental work plans and budgets
Oversee performance management in the department
Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
Prepare draft board management papers for approval
Identify training needs for the departmental staff
Spearhead the recruitment of staff within the department
Participate in the development and review of the CAK strategic plan
Support the induction of interns and oversee the Young Professionals Programs
Identify procurement needs of the department
Follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendations
Spearhead risk assessment of the department
Mentor and coach departmental staff
Oversee the development, documentation and implementation of procedures and processes in compliance with ISO 9001:2015
Participate in various committees in the Authority

Job Requirements

Masters degree in Economics/Business/Law;
Bachelors degree in Economics/Business/Law or a business related field;
Specialist knowledge in competition policy/law; and
Proficiency in ICT
At least 10 years’ experience in competition policy/law gained from reputable organizations, with at least three (3) years in a management position;
Diverse experience in mergers analysis and investigation; and
Experience in managing and leading diverse teams of professionals

Skills and Competences:

Decision making skills;
Ability to interpret long term plans, programs and budgets developed senior management level;
Interpersonal and leadership skills;
Project management skills;
Ability to develop plans, programs, SOPS, and coordination of workflows
Creativity; and
Strategic management Skill

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October 25, 2024
Project Manager/Sales/Business Developer

Job Requirements:

Experience in project management, business development and customer support/telemarketing, as applicable.
Fast and stable internet connection, a computer and a headset.
You must be competitive and have a sense of responsibility.
Speak and write fluent English (MUST HAVE UK ACCENT)
Basic knowledge of technology and internet.

Training and coaching will be provided over Skype, as well as all the programs needed to get started. The working hours are Monday-Thursday 11:00-20:00 and 11:00-19:30 on Fridays.

October 25, 2024
Human Capital Manager

Our client is seeking to recruit a Country Human Capital Manager who will be responsible for the following:
Job Responsibilities

Consistently advise and recommend updates on Personnel Policy Manual in accordance with Group policies and procedures, country rules and regulations; and ensure that all relevant stakeholders follow and implement the same.
Participate, advise & follow up on Human Capital actions items raised during internal meetings, workshops or individual requests from HODs or Store Human Capital teams.
Participate in Strategic planning; propose Human Capital initiatives regarding Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits, Training and Development in line with Group strategy, policies & procedures and guarantee its proper execution.
Ensure staff accommodations are well maintained, secured and local rules and regulations are followed as per company commitment.
Ensure synergy between stores in order to utilize available resources as efficient as possible.
Following up on internal/external audit findings and ensure that all non-compliance issues are closed within required time.
Be a role model and ensure application of the Group’s retail policies and guarantee the implementation of all laws, regulations and cultural practices of the operating countries are followed.
Practice the company’s values and guarantee the same is respected and followed by the department team members
Responsible for the performance of the management team. This is by:
Setting particular objectives for the direct reports- once a year- which are in-line with the company and department targets.
Carrying out performance analysis with regular feedback to direct reports and ensuring that this is further deployed within the team.
Training Needs Analysis – Identify and recommend training needs for the team and follow up on the implementation.
Identify employees with high potential growth and propose further development.
Develop and implement on-the job training for the team.
Promote and practice communication and participatory management within the team.
Coordinate and ensure compliance with Human Capital audit (SOP) schedule and requirements.
Ensure service providers/suppliers are in compliance with contract to ensure timely delivery of Human Capital services.
Ensure that selected service providers correspond to the company needs.
Periodically monitor compliance of all service contracts.
Respect procedures in accordance with the DOA.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or equivalent.
MBA in the same field preferred.
Over 5 years’ relevant work experience preferably in a Hospitality/Service industry.
Good knowledge of labor laws, rules and regulations.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Applications and ERP software (Oracle preferred).
Good business communication and presentation skills.

October 25, 2024