Jobs Kenya

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  • Country Manager-Uganda

    Country Manager-Uganda

    Our client in the automotive sector seeks to recruit a Country Manager who will be responsible for achieving or exceeding unit sales of Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI)targets allocated and ensure smooth functioning of the showroom as well as the performance of Country staff.
     Reports to: GCEO
    Description of Accountability
    To ensure that the sales standards for the location are achieved and maintained. This enhances company’s image and prestige and ensures higher customer satisfaction. Hence, contributes to growth of the business.
    Ensure that budgeted unit sales and gross margins for branch are achieved or exceeded. Ensure adherence to company’s sales system and prospecting system and achievement of targets regarding the number of prospects logged.
    Guides, motivates and controls location staff to maximize their performance.
    Identify staff’s developmental needs; communicate these to the relevant unit so that the needful can be organized.
    Ensure that company procedures are adhered, while handling cash and account receivables. Ensure the proper implementation of company credit control policy.
    Control the location’s new vehicle stock for security and availability
    Ensure proper upkeep and maintenance of the branch’s premises and assets.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs1@hcsafrica.com using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Procurement Officer

    Procurement Officer

    Our Client, a leading provider of smart parking solutions seeks to recruit a Procurement Officer. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for overseeing the Procurement function in the company to assure availability of resources and services as and when needed.
    Roles and Responsibilities Putting in place strategic initiatives to ensure provision of efficient transport services
    Developing a system to monitor vehicle performance in regard to fuel consumption, speed, wear and tear.
    Supplier registration and management
    Procurement planning
    Sourcing
    Order processing and management
    Delivery management
    Inventory management
    Team leadership
    Handling supply logistics
    Formulation, implementation and administration of policies & standard operations procedures
    Records management
    Budgeting and cost management
    Reporting on the procurement function
    Any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time
    Required Qualifications/Experience
    Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management related field
    Professional training in Supply Chain Management
    At least 5 years relevant working experience in a similar position
    Experience in international procurement
    KCSE GRADE: B+ AND ABOVE
    Others
    AGE: 30 – 35 YEARS
    High integrity
    Result oriented
    Self-driven
    Aptitude in decision making and problem solving
    Good communication skills
    Strong negotiation skills
    Broad understanding of other business functions e.g. finance

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs1@hcsafrica.com using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Brand Manager

    Brand Manager

    Our client in the automotive sector seeks to recruit a Brand Manager.
    He/she will manage the Heavy Commercial Fleet Brand effectively, efficiently and profitably with a view of meeting the business strategic goals.
    To develop the retailer strategy to increase revenue and profit in all areas of the business in accordance with the Group’s growth plan, working with and developing our enthusiastic and skilled team to deliver the highest levels of customer experience.
    Reports to: Group Sales Director Key Responsibilities:
    Efficiently, effectively and profitably manages the resources.
    Take full responsibility for managing the financial performance of the brand to deliver on agreed budgets and manufacturer partner targets.
    Develop an integrated marketing strategy to effectively achieve brand promotion objectives and increase market share for Sales, Service and Parts departments in line with their respective business strategies.
    Ensure appropriate research has been carried out and competitor marketing intelligence information is timely sourced to support development of a dynamic and responsive marketing strategy.
    Negotiates with the principal business partners about growing business.
    Instill a dealership culture that capitalizes on an integrated business approach across Sales, Marketing and after sales.
    Directs the brand’s Business Development Programs.
    Ensure that the Brand’s is properly manned about employees as well as monitor and assess their performance on a regular basis.
    Coordinate and manage showroom activities to deliver the highest levels of service and even standards.
    Develop expert knowledge of the customer base to identify and can segment it for marketing events and special projects.
    Responsible for deploring all sales tools in full working condition including computer terminals, CRM access, proper email address setup, product brochures and any further materials available.
    Negotiate all business contracts for the brand in consultation with the line Manager.
    Translate brand strategies into brand plans, brand positioning and go-to-market strategies.
    Lead creative development and create motivating stimulus to get targeted population to “take action”
    Liaise with all stake holders to ensure that maximum value is derived for the brand resulting in improved brand awareness, brand preference and ultimate increase in customer numbers thereby realizing business revenue.  Minimal latitude for independent judgment is allowed.
    Qualifications, Experience & Skills
    Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
    A university Degree in Sales & Marketing/Public Relations from a recognized institution.
    A post-graduate Diploma in Marketing is desirable.
    Minimum Experience:
    At least 8 – 10 years’ experience in automotive dealership out of which a minimum 5 years should be at Managerial Level.
    Job-Specific Skills:
    Demonstrated leadership skills and Strategic/Systems Thinking, Customer Orientation, Decisiveness.
    A Results oriented person with sound understanding of automotive dealer/distributor business processes.
    Business Negotiation skills, Business acumen, Strategy, Organizational & analytical skills.
    Behavioral Competencies:
    Accountable for devising, planning and delivering many complex tactical initiatives in line with a financial, operational and strategic business plan.
    Handle complex projects, allocate time resources as required. Have budgetary control and deliver within time and financial budgets.
    Analyze problems which are technically complex or conceptually abstract, generating workable solutions through creative thinking.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs1@hcsafrica.com using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Legal Manager-Insurance

    Legal Manager-Insurance

    Introduction     
    Our Client in the Insurance Industry seeks to recruit a Legal Manager for their Life business. The legal manager will be responsible for efficient and effective management of the Life Legal Unit and ensure the company’s interests are protected.
    Reporting to: Head of Legal
    Specification     

    Supporting the organization in managing legal risk by proactively researching and responding to various issues affecting the business.
    Reviewing and advising management on legal implications of internal policies, procedures and other documents and ensuring that they are compliant with all statutory or legal requirements.
    Providing daily interaction and advice to the departmental heads on all aspects of the Company’s business
    Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies, procedures and other documents and ensure that they are compliant with all statutory or legal requirements.
    Manage legal risk within the business by taking responsibility for providing legal advice to the business on all legal matters affecting their individual departmental transactions
    Manage litigious cases to ensure that all matters are handled efficiently and cost effectively Contract negotiation
    Ensure that all contracts that the organization is entering into are negotiated within time and all the concluded contracts are entered into the organization contract register.
    Legal oversight on all claims management matters including processes, systems, investigations, negotiations and court matters
    Ensuring the Company operates within the laid down regulations and guidelines as far as claims are concerned
    Overseeing all legal matters, including managing external legal counsel and providing regulatory liaison

    Requirements     

    LLB Degree from a recognized University.
    Advocate of the High court.
    Active member of LSK.
    At least 8years’ relevant work experience.

    Desired Skills and Qualities

    Knowledge in insurance products and services, preferably in Life business.
    Knowledge of claims management/handling.
    Excellent communication and customer service skills.
    Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    A team player with initiative.
    Ensuring the Company operates within the laid down regulations and guidelines as far as claims are concerned
    Good coordination skills to handle the various tasks assigned.
    Proven ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as a team player in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
    Exceptionally good skills in the legal negotiation
    Ability to draft and manage complex legal documentation

  • Infrastructure Cloud and Security Lead

    Infrastructure Cloud and Security Lead

    Our Client, a market leader in the provision of integrated financial services seeks to recruit an Infrastructure, Cloud and Security lead. As Lead, Infrastructure, Cloud & Security you are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure network, computer, telephony and storage infrastructure solutions and services that ensure high-availability, performance and business continuity of the organizations systems and services. You will take an active role in continually validating and monitoring infrastructure health and security working closely with IT and Data Labs teams in identifying and automating detection of risk, anomalies and suspicious activities in our infrastructure environment as well as implementing security best practices across IT and data operations. Success in this role requires keen interest and experience with automation and development based approach to infrastructure, network and security.
    Reports to: Head of Technology
    Key Responsibilities

    Establish ICT infrastructure components relevant for executing efficient and effective service delivery
    Manage design, implementation, commissioning and closure of approved ICT infrastructure projectsr
    .Manage the organizations network and monitor its performance to ensure connectivity and security; provide secure connectivity to clients and proactively address system downtime, network availability and reliability
    Provide overall guidance and oversight to staff responsible for the listed systems administration tasks with regards to networks, compute and storage infrastructure
    Advise on procurement of software and hardware including server hardware upgrades, server purchases, co-location facilities for data redundancy, hardware replacements, and procurement of internet service providers. Identify and engage service providers for ICT supplies and ensure service level agreements are adhered to.
    Establish user training needs, facilitate user training sessions and evaluate training effectiveness
    Proactively anticipate the Company’s ICT infrastructure needs and guide identification and adoption of solutions.
    Develop and maintain standardized guidelines, procedures and policies for ICT infrastructure, networks and security that ensure their reliability, availability and which enable security, observability and privacy at scale. maintaining an ICT risk register and proactively managing identified risks
    .Create redundancy/ backup systems to ensure replication of primary and backup data
    Manage ICT equipment maintenance to ensure they are in good working order and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for all ICT physical infrastructure and equipment
    In conjunction with IT and Data labs teams develop/maintain document and knowledge management systems for use in managing the organizations knowledge and information.

    Competencies and Attributes/Skills

    Relevant technical competencies in ICT:
    Networking with static and dynamic routing and ability to work with VLANs, software-defined networks, sub-interfaces and network management solutionsrn-Firewall deployment using Linux IPtables, Cisco, FortiOS and Mikrotikrn-Hardware virtualization using Linux KVM, Hyper-V and Qemu
    Validated experience with cluster management and orchestration tools including Docker, Kubernetes and OpenShift
    Knowledge of Data Centre operations and technologiesrn-Knowledge of LDAP and Active Directoryrn-Knowledge of VoIP systems
    Knowledge and working experience of the following protocols: SNMP, DHCP, DNS, BGP, TLS/SSL, NFS, SSH, RDP, TCP/IP, UDP and IPSec ,
    Knowledge of key security concepts such as cryptography, authentication and authorization4
    Knowledge of bash/Python scripting
    -Experience with mail servers including Microsoft Exchange Server, Zimbra and Postfi
    Experience with SIEM and data analysis tools such as ELK, Apache Kafka and Apache Spark
    Experience with Agile, DevOps, Continuous Integration, and ContinuousDelivery
    Experience in ITIL concepts and adoptionrn•Ability to efficiently and effectively manage organisational resource
    Experience with regulatory and legal compliance, as well best practices in infrastructure, application and network security.
    Interpersonal and communication skillsrn•Planning and organisational skills
    Confidentiality and professionalism
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    Strong collaboration skills to work with a range of stakeholders across IT, Data and Business teams
    Comfort with ambiguity and pressure

    Academic  Qualifications and Experience

    A Bachelor’s degree in ICT related field from an accredited university
    Professional qualifications in CCNP, RHEL, OCA, MCTP, MSCE, CISA, CE
    8+ years of relevant experience in ICT infrastructure, network and system administration.
    Other professional certifications will be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of common software vulnerabilities, such as those in the OWASP Top 10
    Experience with manual and automated threat and vulnerability testing
    Financial sector experience is an added advantage.

  • Full Stack Developer

    Full Stack Developer

    Our Client, a Manufacturing Organization seeks to hire a Full Stack Developer. The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for Developing and managing well-functioning databases and applications and designing client-side and server-side architecture.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Working with development teams and product managers to ideate software solutions.
    Building the front-end of applications through appealing visual design.
    Writing effective Application Programming Interface (APIs)
    Testing software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
    Troubleshooting, debugging and upgrading software.
    Creating security and data protection settings.
    Building features and applications with a mobile responsive design
    Writing technical documentation
    Working with data scientists and analysts to improve software
    Meeting both technical and consumer needs.
    Staying abreast of developments in web applications and programming languages.
    Seeing through a project from conception to finished product.

    Required Qualifications/Experience

    Degree in Computer Science, statistics or relevant field.
    Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role with at least 5 years experience.
    Experience developing desktop and mobile applications.
    Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries such as HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery.
    Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js).
    Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design.
    Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
    Great attention to detail.
    Organizational skills
    An analytical mind.
    Strong organizational and project management skills.
    Good problem solving skills.

  • Software Developer

    Software Developer

    Our Client, a Software Development Organization seeks to hire a Software Developer. The Software Developer will be responsible for developing intuitive software that meets and exceeds the needs of the company and Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Researching, designing, implementing and managing software programs.
    Professionally maintaining all software and creating updates regularly to address customer and company concerns.
    Working with customers or departments on technical issues including software system design and maintenance.
    Consulting with engineering staff to evaluate software-hardware interfaces and develop specifications and performance requirements.
    Ensuring software security by developing programs to actively monitor the sharing of private information.
    Actively seeking ways to improve business software processes and interactions.
    Aid and support the coaching and training of other team members to ensure all employees are confident in the use of software applications.
    Analyzing and test programs and products before formal launch.
    Troubleshooting coding problems quickly and efficiently to ensure a productive workplace.
    Producing detailed specifications and writing the program codes.
    Preparing reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status.

    Required Qualifications/Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related degree.
    3-5 years of experience developing and implementing software applications.
    Experience developing software utilizing various coding languages including Java, C#, C/C++, JavaScript etc.
    Experience working on large-scale software projects.
    Professional experience using cyber security and open source technology.
    Experience developing secure software systems based upon industry specifications.
    Experience developing customized code for multiple projects simultaneously
    Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies.
    The ability to learn new technologies quickly.
    An analytical mind.
    The ability to communicate complex procedures to other colleagues.
    Commercial and business awareness.
    Good communication skills – both written and verbal.
    Attention to detail.

  • Digital Marketing Manager

    Digital Marketing Manager

    Our Client, in the Service Sector seeks to hire a Digital Marketing Manager. The Digital Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing marketing campaigns that promote the products and services of the company and building an inbound marketing plan.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Enhancing brand awareness in the digital space.
    Measuring site traffic, identify and evaluate new digital technologies and optimize marketing campaigns, email marketing, social media, and display & search advertising using web analytics tools.
    Measuring and reporting on the performance of all digital marketing campaigns.
    Identifying the latest trends and technologies affecting our industry.
    Evaluating important metrics that affect our website traffic, service quotas, and target audience.
    Working with different teams to brainstorm new and innovative growth strategies.
    Measuring and reporting performance of all digital marketing campaigns, and assess against goals (ROI and KPIs).
    Utilize strong analytical ability to evaluate end-to-end customer experience across multiple channels and customer touch points.
    Preparing and manage the digital marketing budget.
    Tracking and measure SEO and Google Analytics metrics and provide reports.
    Leading, supervising and motivating members of the digital marketing team.
    Researching competitors and provide suggestions for improvement.

    Required Qualifications/Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or relevant field.
    A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a digital marketing or advertising position.
    In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms, best practices, and website analytics.
    Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required.
    Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
    Demonstrable experience leading and managing SEO/SEM, marketing database, email, social media and/or display advertising campaigns.
    Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform and motivate.
    Solid knowledge of website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, NetInsight, Omniture, WebTrends).
    Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
    Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement.

  • Digital Marketing Executive

    Digital Marketing Executive

    Our Client, in the Service Sector seeks to hire a Digital Marketing Executive. The Digital Marketing Executive will be responsible for executing the company’s digital marketing campaigns. He/she will be involved throughout the campaign ideation, planning, implementation, measurement, and optimization process. Therefore, he/she should have hands-on experience using various digital marketing platforms.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Assist the team in the development of the overall digital marketing strategy
    Implement digital marketing activities across a broad range of digital marketing channels (SEO, SEM, Social Media, Email, Mobile, Display)
    Tracking the website traffic flow and provide internal reports regularly.
    Fixing any error in online content and arrange webinars and webcasts.
    Be actively involved in SEO efforts (keyword, image optimization etc.).
    Preparing online newsletters and promotional emails and organize their distribution through various channels.
    Providing creative ideas for content marketing and update website.
    Collaborating with designers to improve user experience.
    Measuring performance of digital marketing efforts using a variety of Web analytics tools (Google Analytics, WebTrends etc.).
    Promoting company’s product and services in the digital space.
    Creating and executing SMS, and email-based marketing campaigns.
    Analyze digital marketing analytics reports and share insights with the team to develop optimization plans
    Stay abreast of emerging digital tools and platforms, digital marketing trends, new technologies, and share insights with the rest of the team

    Required Qualifications/Experience

    Bachelors’ Degree in Marketing, Digital technologies or relevant field.
    Proven experience as Digital Marketing Executive or similar role.
    Excellent understanding of digital marketing concepts and best practices.
    Good knowledge of all different digital marketing channels.
    Working knowledge of ad serving tools (e.g., DART, Atlas).
    Perfect knowledge of web analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, NetInsight, WebTrends etc.).
    Skills and experience in creative content writing.
    Analytical mindset and critical thinking.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    Team player.

  • Network Admnistrator

    Network Admnistrator

    Our Client, in the Banking Industry seeks to hire a Network Administrator. The Network Administrator will be responsible for maintaining computer networks and solving any problems that may occur with them and supporting a broad base of user applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc. and supports specialized banking applications.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    ·      Maintaining computer networks and solving any problems that may occur with them.
    ·      Installing and configuring computer networks and systems.
    ·      Maintaining existing software and hardware and upgrading any that have become obsolete.
    ·      Monitoring computer networks and systems to identify how performance can be improved.
    ·      Providing network administration and support with the branches.
    ·      Assessing the company’s need for any and all computing technology and make appropriate recommendations for purchases and upgrades.
    ·      Connecting all relevant technology to the network with secure protocols.
    ·      Assigning profiles to users with permissions and access to various systems and functions on the network.
    ·      Creating training and educational materials to ensure that users understand security protocols, connection procedures, and other necessary information.
    ·      Supporting a broad base of user applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc. and supports specialized banking applications.
    ·      Researches the feasibility of new hardware and software and implements as needed.
    ·      Maintaining departmental procedures and documentation, including network diagrams, installation and troubleshooting instructions, and network/server configurations.
    ·      Performing daily monitoring of critical systems in order to prevent major system failures. This includes reviewing system logs and alerts, system resource availability, and informing senior staff of potential system concerns.
    ·      Assisting with the day-to-day review of security logs and implements security improvements. Maintaining awareness of current cyber security threats.
    ·      Maintaining information security for sensitive data.

    Required Qualifications/Experience

    ·      Degree from Recognized University, preferably in Computer Science or relevant field.
    ·      Minimum 2 years IT experience.
    ·      Professional, business-focused attitude and a team player.
    ·      Demonstrated proficiency with the design, provisioning and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN connectivity technologies.
    ·      Comprehensive hands on experience with Firewall management preferred.
    ·      Background in Network Security is an added advantage.
    ·       Any certification in security management will be an added advantage.
    ·       Ability to work well as part of a team.
    ·       Ability to operate with limited supervision while completing assigned tasks.
    ·       Ability to organize, track, prioritize and multitask.