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  • Certified Arborist Public Relations and Business Development Executive

    Certified Arborist Public Relations and Business Development Executive

    Description of Job Task and Responsibilities:

    Responsible for the care and maintenance of trees including safe removal of dead or unwanted branches, diagnosing, and treating diseased trees, and other actions to promote trees health.
    May instruct others as to which trees to be treated, branches to be pruned and what applications to be used.
    Repairs, cables, fertilizes, waters, and prunes trees and other woody plants; removes dead, diseased, or declining trees and woody plants.
    Plants and transplants woody plants to include hole preparation, backfilling, staking, pruning, watering, and mulching.
    Recognizes disease and insect problems of trees and woody plants and applies appropriate treatments.
    May assist in various maintenance activities as required.
    Maintains records of work performed.
    May lead, guide, and train staff performing related work as appropriate to the area of operation.
    Assists in maintaining tree inventory records.
    Identifies potentially hazardous trees and other tree-related problems.
    Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

    Basic Job Qualifications: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

    Knowledge of the principles and practices of tree maintenance and arboriculture.
    Knowledge of pesticides and their application; thorough knowledge of the safety precautions of the trade.
    Must have Skills in the use of equipment of the trade including power and hand tools; ability to identify tree species, common insects and diseases; ability to plan, lay out and supervise the work of others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
    Must have knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS).
    Must have good oral and written communication skills which enable to effectively liaise with clients, other departments within the organization, subcontractors and clients, and report directly to the Senior Management.
    Particular attention to details, good project management skills.
    Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
    Must be contract oriented and computer literate in Microsoft Office and Office and GIS software.
    Must have a valid and be able to obtain Non-Pro or Professional driver’s license with restriction code of at least 2.

    Job Specifications: Special Certifications or Training

    Must have passed an extensive examination covering all facets of arboriculture by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) as a Certified Arborist.
    Registered Professional Forester licensed by the Government of Nationality is preferred.

    Education:

    Must have bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, or Urban Forestry or closely related field, based on a four-year course of study from an accredited university or college; with U.S. equivalence for non-U.S. Citizen is highly desired

    Experience:

    Must have a minimum of three years’ full-time experience working in the professional tree care industry.
    The Arborist Certification Shall Be Used For All Tree Pruning Evolutions.

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    Only candidates with valid passports are encouraged to apply.Qualified and interested applicants who meet the specifications to send their CV, to recruitment@amsol.co.ke, and clearly indicating the position on the email subject line.Please note the advert will be closed on 22nd March 2023 at 5pm.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.For your application to be considered please adhere to the above instructions

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • External Affairs Manager

    External Affairs Manager

    What will you be doing?

    Providing strategic input in the formulation of campaign advocacy objectives and being accountable for their delivery.
    Carry out stakeholder mapping, advocacy, and engagement at global level in coordination with our strategic approach.
    Campaign external affairs including; specific input into campaign strategy development & delivery and specific implementation outside of local capability.
    Ensuring campaigns are informed by and capable of achieving global strategic objectives associated with stakeholder engagement, external affairs and movement building.

    Who are we looking for?

    You must have experience working with or lobbied Governments in Kenya and in the African Region
    You must have international experience with global or regional institutions.
    Experienced and highly motivated policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement specialist, with a proven track record in developing and delivering stakeholder engagement approaches to achieve specific outcomes.
    Knowledge and experience of influencing, lobbying and advocacy, working with decision makers and understanding the way in which they influence national policy agendas and in turn how national policy agendas can influence global processes.
    Experience in the design and development of impactful stakeholder engagement approaches that have achieved change. • Strong communicator, and able to constructively engage external and internal stakeholders, to develop and deliver project solutions.
    Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills in English.
    Experience of creating and managing small budgets.
    Flexible to undertake domestic and international travel.

    Qualifications

    Educated to university degree level in a related area of study, and/or with significant relevant career experience related to the role.

    What can we offer you?
    We are offering a fair and competitive salary within the sector and regularly benchmark salaries. Other benefits including;

    Pension Scheme
    Medical Insurance Cover
    Group personal Accident Cover
    COLA Adjustment
    Training & Developments opportunities
    Workplace wellness programs

    Interested candidates should apply for the position by downloading and filling out the BIO-DATA-FORM (World Animal Protection), then send it to the email recruitment@amsol.co.ke, along with a motivational letter describing why they are suitable for the position, a detailed CV stating qualifications, experience and current position.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • Collections Officer

    Collections Officer

    Key Responsibilities 

    Perform various duties on assigned accounts such as recording, verification and validation of customer’s details.
    Advise customer on ways of clearing their debts while communicating with them on the importance of paying their debts and consequences of non-payment.
    Act as a mediator for disputes between customers and company.
    Locate and notify customers on defaulted accounts by e-mail or telephone in order to ask for payments
    Deliberate with customers by telephone to determine reasons for overdue payments and to review the credit terms for easier settlement of debts.
    Initiate the clearance process on cleared debts once you receive payment proof and have the same uploaded by the relevant department.
    Provide customers with their correct account details e.g., balances, account numbers etc.
    Maintaining data integrity and keep customer details confidential.
    Record information about the financial status of customers and status of collection efforts in the company’s system.
    Respond to all correspondences e.g., e-mail, telephone, social media.
    Organize, manage, and implement the most suitable debt recovery method and techniques. Negotiate credit extensions if and when required.
    Preparation of reports as required.
    Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

    Required Academic Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

    Certificate/Diploma in any relevant field Experience in customer negotiations
    Proven 2 years working experience in collections 
    Hands-on experience with lending procedures and products
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Customer satisfaction and relationship management skills
    Sales and negotiation skills
    Ability to work in a goal-oriented environment.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@amsol.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • Head– Sales & Marketing

    Head– Sales & Marketing

    Key responsibilities.

    Responsible for achieving organization objectives and quantity budgets for products.
    Responsible for developing & handling Non Trade segment (Construction & projects) within Kenya.
    Identifying ongoing and upcoming construction projects.
    Professionally* approaching the Paint contractors’/ foremen / site supervisors / Painters and realizing the visit into sales.
    (*Identifying, organizing, coordinating, managing and overseeing technical demonstrations of our products applications, features & benefits).
    Coordinating & collecting feedback from the Technical Sales Trainees on their visits & leads to projects / construction sites, working in close conjunction with them to ensure our products are recommended, preferred & used in the respective project(s).
    To meet with influencers such as Engineers & Architects, hold presentation and product demonstration for them, convince them to recommend use of our products in their existing & upcoming Projects.
    To escalate all sales orders to Head of Sales & Marketing who will in turn forward and route through existing Distributor channel for organizing the deliveries; ensuring that their payments are settled as per agreed distributor’s credit policy / terms between both parties.
    Efficiently & effectively addressing / handling any customer queries that may arise. Ensuring that no queries are left unattended or unresolved.
    Responsible for submitting monthly planning for technical activities within the region, assisting in organizing & executing as per approved schedule & budgets & to realize sales from the same.
    To maintain updated database for contractors & painters.
    Oversee that our products are properly stored, handled and correctly applied at the projects / construction sites.
    Always implement and comply to proper safety measures.
    Managing staff compliment of 10 pax and above to achieve company objectives.e of injection and blow setting, hydraulics and electrical equipment

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  • Human Resources Officer

    Human Resources Officer

    Responsibilities
    General HR
    Qualifications

    Bachelors degree
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    CVs to victor@amsol.africaApplications to be processed on a rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    victor@amsol.afri

  • Sales Officer

    Sales Officer

    Key Responsibilities

    Achieve sales target by implementing effective approach and sales plans to ensure the result are in line with the company business plan
    Mapping all Projects in Nairobi & Sub – Urbs.
    Develop project sales within the targeted key segments namely residential, commercial, hotel and resorts, education, health etc.
    Repainting segments based on the focuses such as Iconic Building, Development of relationship with key accounts, Strong concern of Financial background of customers, Competitors information.
    Set plan to develop a very strong relationship (family like relationship) with the key customers (Contractors/Developers) who are main players in the market
    Plan, manage and monitor payments collection with existing and new customers to achieve the company budgeted sales and gross margin
    Monitors competitors’ activities, strategies, organization chart as well as prices. Come up with the plan against the movement of the competitors and discuss with Sales and Marketing Manager.
    Plan, schedule and implement the meeting/Seminar activities for paint applicators, project engineers, architecture, developers every month.
    Promote SkimMaxX through main contractors, developers and architects by providing detailed presentation, specification assistance to enhance confidence in our product and services.
     Ensure that IHB / end customers are met and convince them to use SkimMaxX.
    Responsible for sending the Daily Reports to line manager.
    Responsible for management of Customers Accounts (Own Customers).
    Responsible for submitting monthly planning for required activities within the region, organizing & executing as per approved schedule & within the budget & to realize sales from the same.
    Ensuring that no project lost & efficiently handling of any customer queries that may arise

    Other Requirements

    Must be Graduate and above.
    Minimum 4 year experience in Building Material Industry (Selling products like cement, paint, drymix, wall-putty, tile adhesives, groutsetc) to B2B segment.
    Understanding of company products and policies.
    Proficiency with computers, especially with CRM tools.
    Adoptability and Accountability.
    Fluency in Swahili and English is extremely desired.

    Qualified and interested applicants who meet the specifications to send their CV, indicating past or current and expected remuneration to recruitment@amsol.co.ke, and clearly indicating the position in the email subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • Officer – Operations Officer – Operations (Italian Speaking)

    Officer – Operations Officer – Operations (Italian Speaking)

    Purpose of the role:
    To facilitate the VISA application process & handle front office, back office operations and basic technical IT support conducted at the respective Visa Application Centres (VACs).
    Areas of Responsibility & brief description
    Responsibility Level

    Document scrutiny and collection of applications for visa Processing
    Handle customer/applicant queries personally or via email, telephone.
    Handle cash and bank related transactions if assigned and ensure 100% accuracy
    Record & maintain all application data. Ensure accurate & timely data entry into the system with zero errors.
    Ensure all administration and logistics of passport delivery to consulate / applicant / logistic company etc.
    Maintain compliance to the standard operating procedures, manuals etc. without deviation in process
    Inform the applicants about the available Value Added Services and ensure delivery of Value Added Service options to applicants/customers.
    Encourage applicants to provide feedback on services provided and their overall experience at the application centre.
    Ensure that the entire process is completed within the mandated Turn Around Time
    Assist Deputy Manager/Operations Manager in execution of WB Project
    Basic technical IT support

    Indicative KRA’s/Budgetary and Revenue Responsibilities

    Productivity – Targets met as prescribed in Team Objective Tracker.
    Customer satisfaction (Applicants) – Complaints – Targets met as prescribed in Team Objective Tracker.
    Timely & Accurate Data entry – Targets met as prescribed in Team Objective Tracker.
    Late reporting /unauthorized absenteeism.
    Adherence to TAT – Targets met as prescribed in Team Objective Tracker.
    Completion of WB Projects Completion.
    Attending training programmes. Ensure all trainings scheduled by HR are attended.
    Training: Internal Process Certifications (OCL’s) – Scores well on all OCL’s completed for self.
    Error Monitoring – To reduce the number of errors on a daily basis, maintains Error Log, as applicable.
    Updates Productivity & VAS Conversion Grid – to track performance on a daily basis.
    VOC – Targets met as prescribed in Team Objective Tracker.
    Ensures adequate Surveys are completed ( minimum 5% of application counts) & Target.
    VOC Target achieved, as per Team Objective Tracker.

    Qualification & Experience (Education, Experience, specific knowledge, skills, understanding, attitude)

    Education: Graduate or global equivalent (Computer Science background)
    Experience: 0 – 12 months of experience preferably in Travel and Tourism or IT Industry

    Knowledge & Key Skills:

    Basic Knowledge of Computer skills
    Proficiency in MS office & good typing speed
    Adaptability and presence of mind to handle customer queries and complaints Knowledge of local language
    Ability to Innovate and enhance procedures and methods to increase productivity & cost effectiveness

    Competencies/Personal Attributes:
    Organizational Competencies Functional Competencies

    Entrepreneurship
    Good Communication skills in English [Verbal & Written]
    Quality & Service Orientation
    Customer Orientation
    Teamwork & Collaboration
    People Management
    Diversity Sensitivity
    Problem solving & Multitasking skills
    Personal & Professional Development
    Self-Motivated and Self Directed
    Delivering Results
    Time Management
    Communication
    Networking
    Leadership

    Additional Requirements:

    Fluency in Local Language – Ability to read write and speak fluently & English, knowledge of an additional international language would be very helpful (region specific language can be looked at).

     

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    How to Apply:Qualified and interested applicants should send their application and detailed CV, indicating current and expected remuneration to recruitment@amsol.co.ke

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • Biostatistician

    Biostatistician

    Position summary: The biostatistician will be responsible for the design, analysis and reporting of research projects conducted by the AMHRTF and partners.
     Responsibilities:

    Conduct statistical analysis (analyse, summarize and interpret) of quantitative data for projects using SPSS, STATA or relevant data analysis software.
    Process data analysis outputs and perform interim and final analyses, based on author/investigator instructions for publication in journals or reports or presentations in workshops or conferences.
    Write detailed data analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for grant applications, research protocols or manuscripts.
    Calculation of sample size for proposed studies.
    Manage all statistical aspects of projects and advise researchers on study designs and analysis at project conception, grant application, implementation and during analysis.
    Conduct predetermined frequent data quality checks and come up with ways of solving any issues that arise.
    Assign work and provide guidance to data entry clerks.
    Participate in designing data collection tools, questionnaires, and data collection templates.
    Keep abreast of new statistical methods
    In consultation with the supervisor, work within the projected timelines to ensure the objectives (in relation to analysis) of assigned projects are met.

    Qualifications and Experience:

    At least a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or related field in a recognized university.
    Minimum of two-year experience as a statistician in medical research. Prior data analysis skills in clinical trials and longitudinal data are a priority for this position.  
    Understanding of data management principles for clinical trials and medical research
    Excellent working knowledge of SPSS and STATA software
    Applied knowledge of advanced statistical models, such as generalized linear models, survival analyses and mixed models
    Proficiency in report writing
    Applicants should also have demonstrated abilities in the following:
    Strong focus on quality and timely delivery of work.
    Well organized with good time management skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    Work ethics and team player.
    Self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision.
    Ability to demonstrate problem-solving approaches
    Ability to learn and work under pressure

    Application Instructions: We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send an application letter and a detailed CV to careers@amhf.or.ke and indicate BIOSTATISTICIAN 2021 as the subject line. Applications should be received by 11th June, 2021.NB:Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    careers@amhf.or.ke

  • Deputy Registrar of Companies Deputy Official Receiver Deputy Registrar of Movable Property and Security Rights s Deputy Director Legal, Compliance Deputy Director, Legal Research Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts Officers Corporation Secretary Senior Supply Chain Management Officer Senior Internal Auditor Senior Planning Officer Senior Corporate Communication Officer

    Deputy Registrar of Companies Deputy Official Receiver Deputy Registrar of Movable Property and Security Rights s Deputy Director Legal, Compliance Deputy Director, Legal Research Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts Officers Corporation Secretary Senior Supply Chain Management Officer Senior Internal Auditor Senior Planning Officer Senior Corporate Communication Officer

    ADVERT NO. 08/2020
    JOB GRADE BRS 3 (1) POST
    An officer at this level will be responsible to the Registrar of Companies.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    The Deputy Registrar of Companies duties and responsibilities will entail: – ensuring efficient and effective administration of the Companies Act, the Registration of Business Names Act and the Limited Liability Partnership Act; registration of companies, business names, limited liability partnerships, maintaining records in the companies registry; attending consultative meetings with stakeholders and handling client complaints.
    Requirements for Appointment
    A person shall qualify for appointment of the Deputy Registrar of Companies if that person:

    Is a Citizen of Kenya;
    Has seven (7) years post admission experience;
    Has served in the grade of a Senior Assistant Registrar of Companies or in a similar managerial position for a minimum period of three (3) years with proven experience;
    Holds a Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
    A master’s degree from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
    Is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    Is a member, in good standing, of the Law society of Kenya (LSK)
    Demonstrates computer literacy;
    Demonstrates professional competence;
    Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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  • Solutions Engineer (E-Commerce)

    Solutions Engineer (E-Commerce)

    Our Client in the Information Technology Industry is looking for a Solutions Engineer focusing on the company E-Commerce and Transaction switching solution.
    The Solution Engineer will be responsible for project implementations based on solution design specification and in accordance with their blueprint, standards and procedures.
    The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in system integration projects and e-commerce as well as a basic understanding of API’s and communication protocols.
    He/she should be well versed in current and upcoming technologies and must have a go-getter attitude and be willing to learn at all times.
    They should be able to effectively translate system requirements into technical requirements for the development team.
    The Solutions engineer will be required to action and resolve any ad-hoc queries or tickets that might arise.
    Main Responsibilities:

    Contribute to Solution Design and Scope of Work Documents.
    Contribute to project FAT and UAT Documentation based off Solution Design.
    Contribute to Use Case diagrams and System Integration Diagrams (X-Mind and DFD).
    Assist the Business Analysts with Design Mock-ups based on Client Requirements and Solution Design.
    Contribute to both internal and external Training Material.
    Maintaining and Updating Status and Comments of allocated projects on our Project Management Software.
    Compiling Project Completion Documentation (DoD) and obtaining approval thereof.
    Logging and Updating of Changes on ServiceDesk, including compilation and submission of OSI Documentation.
    Suggesting product improvements.
    Configuration, Testing and Deployment of Projects based on Scope of Work and in line with Project Plans.
    Project UAT Assistance to Client.
    Handover of Projects to Operational Team and Drafting of Supporting documentation.
    Attend to Adhoc User requests including L1 and L2 support as escalated from OPS team.
    Rotational after-hours Standby.

    Mandatory Requirements

    API compilation/ configuration
    Teleco Network knowledge
    An adequate level of understanding of JAVA/ HTML

    Key Performance Indicators

    Project Configuration, Development & Deployment
    Change Management
    Internal & External Communication
    Career Development
    Operational Support

    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Information Technology
    Exposure / Qualification in Solaris or Unix Operating System
    Exposure / Qualification Databases (Oracle / PostgreSQL)
    JAVA or PL/SQL Development Experience advantageous
    5 years’ work experience

    Other

    Strong Analytical skills
    Problem Solving Oriented
    Excellent written and verbal communicator
    Willingness to constantly update knowledge.
    Inbuilt ability to multi-task, working on more than one issue and project simultaneously.
    Able to carry out tasks with little or no supervision

    Personal Attributes

    Be able to work both in a team and alone
    Ability to work well under pressure
    Maintaining logical and balanced approach
    Self-motivated and self-managed
    Able to use initiative and take ownership
    Able to communicate effectively
    Report on progress and raise issues / problems when necessary
    Attention to detail
    Willing to travel