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  • Marketing Executive

    Marketing Executive

    Our Client, a leading Kenyan based real-estate company providing property management, selling, letting and advisory services seeks to recruit a Marketing Executive.
    The  jobholder  will  be  responsible  for  developing  and  implementing  a  marketing  strategy including a digital and social media strategy, for promoting the Company brand and services – management, sales, letting, valuation and advisory – and promoting properties within the firms’ sales and letting portfolio.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Keep abreast of developments in the Real Estate Market in Kenya and internationally.
    Develop a marketing strategy and implementation plan.
    Implement the marketing strategy including managing the regular digital and social media content, presence and updates for the company.
    Promote the company brand, services and property portfolio through marketing activities such as advertisements and articles on digital and social media platforms, industry events and occasionally on print media
    Update website content – company website, social media and marketing websites
    Forward enquiries to the Sales Team
    Provide regular activity and performance reports
    Identify new trends in digital marketing, evaluate new technologies and ensure the brand is at the forefront of industry developments, particularly developments in mobile marketing
    Work on printed material to supplement online product
    Undertake any ad hoc duties associated with the marketing function, including working with external agencies such as advertising companies, partnering agencies and maintain records
    Carry out other related tasks as might be required from time to time.

    Job Requirements
    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelors or Higher Diploma in Marketing or similar
    Demonstrable experience in digital and social media marketing
    A competent user of web platforms for marketing.
    A competent user of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and design programmes such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In-Design and Illustrator
    Experience marketing real estate would be an added advantage

    Key Skills

    Research skills for information related to real estate and positioning the Company in the market
    Writing and editing skills for content on various print and digital media platforms.
    Photo and video production and editing skills for posting on various print and digital platforms
    Graphic design skills and knowledge of design programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
    In-Design and Illustrator, for design and image editing.
    Web skills: sound understanding of HTML/JavaScript, strong knowledge of search engine optimization and advanced Word and PowerPoint skills
    Presentation skills; for external audience and internal deployment – to explain coherently to team members the marketing strategy, their part in it, how digital technologies work etc.

    Additional Skills

    Good organization and administrative skills
    A strong team player
    Ability to perform with minimal supervision
    Ability to adopt a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.

    Personal attributes

    High integrity
    Articulate and self-confident
    Professional and highly self-motivated
    Ability to manage assigned tasks in a proactive and efficient manner
    Adaptable and able to work in an environment of fluctuating workloads
    Must display a high degree of emotional maturity

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

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  • Painting Supervisor

    Painting Supervisor

    Our client, in the manufacturing sector seeks to hire a Painting supervisor who will be required to ensure that quality production of a wide range of paint as well as oversee a team of painters to help ensure operations run smoothly and projects are completed promptly. The job holder will work in industrial settings and supervise teams working in interior and exterior painting areas.
    Job Responsibilities

    Prepare the weekly production plan and ensure to meet the plan
    Prepare the plan order and receive the material as per plan order
    Monthly Raw Material reconciliation·     
    Ensure high machine availability and performance to improve the OEE
    Ensure machine is running as per SOP
    Daily allocation of machine attendants/General worker
    Organize daily meetings lead the team to accomplish daily plans
    Supervise and coordinate production & mould changeover, shutdown, monitoring of daily preventive maintenance
    Ensure that daily activity is done and activity boards are also updated
    Verification of daily machine counters and submits to ICT Team for stock upload

    Qualifications :

    Diploma / Degree in a relevant field
    At least 3 year’s relevant quality inspection activities
    Must have experience working in a paint manufacturing company
    Good analytical and interpersonal skills
    Ability to communicate technical issues and manage multiple priorities
    Good reporting skills
    Computer literate

    Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day – time telephone number to the email address: jobs1@hcsafrica.com  with Painting Supervisor on the Subject line. Candidates MUST indicate their Current and Expected salaries.

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  • Property Associate

    Property Associate

    Our Client, a residential development Company seeks to recruit a Property Associate who will be responsible for administrative and financial reporting/accounting duties for the property.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Prepare quotations for repairs, in consultation with the caretaker. Supervise and provide direction to fundis as appropriate, in consultation with the caretaker and others.
    Recommend expenditures to the Accountant and Owners and Residents Chairperson.
    Supervise Staff:
    Supervised staff to include caretaker(s), gardener(s) and cleaner(s) and guards, and others as requested by management
    Maintain schedules, responsibilities, task lists, and Standard Operating Procedures for each staff member as appropriate, incorporating input from management.
    Maintain each staff person’s performance. Meet at least weekly with each staff member to review their activities.
    Make recommendations to management for disciplinary action for any staff member as necessary.
    Respond promptly to complaints and requests from residents and owners. Take action on these within the scope of the authority and responsibilities of the position, and confer as necessary with the Owners and Residents Chairperson and others for further action.
    Ensure Management fulfils all its legal responsibilities regarding Safety and Health as set out in the relevant country and national laws.
    Report bi-weekly on the performance of their duties to the Owners and Residents Chairperson.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, or any other related field.
    3 – 5 years prior general, administrative, or financial business experience
    Prior property management, general real estate, and/or accounting experience a plus
    Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, customer service and team oriented, self-motivated, and mature.
    Ability to work with minimal supervision, high degree of innovation, independence and problem-solving skills
    Strong computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel

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

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    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Brand Manager

    Brand Manager

    Our client, a well-established company in the FMCG sector and with a long track record in Kenya and overseas Markets, is seeking to recruit a highly competent and outstanding Brand Manager to oversee the formulation and implementation of marketing strategies to ensure increased revenue, profits, market share, customer satisfaction and the realization of short term and long term company objectives.
    Reports to:  Marketing Manager
    Direct Reports: Brand Assistants
    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Develop, implement & monitor annual strategic brand plans including economic management of allocated budget.
    Monitoring brand availability and sales and being proactive on factors affecting the brand sales and market share performance.
    Identify and recommend market research Programme aimed at enhancing brand positioning.
    Analyzing market research data including secondary research and taking corrective action for enhancement of brand strategies.
    Effective management of brand advertising and sales promotion to generate brand growth.
    Recommending, planning &co-coordinating brand PR activities likely to enhance the brand sales and image in the short or long term.
    Monitor competitor activities affecting the brand and take appropriate corrective action
    Monitor, evaluate and recommend brand-packaging update including pack and range extensions, new product development and follow through to implementation in liaison with Marketing Manager.
    Regular and continuous monitoring of brand costs and profitability and recommend areas for improvement.
    Prepare monthly brand expenditure and variance report to control budgeted expenditure.
    Plan and implement brand media strategy.
    Market intelligence through regular trade visits and utilizing this to enhance brand activities.
    Design, procurement and economic distribution of brand promotional materials to plan.
    Interaction with Area sales managers to give updates on implementation of Brand strategic plans.
    Full supervision and of external agencies execution and continuous review sessions as aligned with the marketing manger

    Key Qualifications & Skills

    A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
    Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing (CIM)
    Minimum 5 years’ working experience in Brand Management and in the FMCG industry, 2 of which should have been at the management level
    Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to work on cross-functional teams in both leadership and member roles.
    Strong presentation and writing skills.
    Analysis skills to not only present data but also summarize the findings and propose recommendations for future improvement.
    Will be known for their innovation and vision in the area of Brand Development/Brand Management.
    Strong project management skills.
    Strategic thinker and creative marketer.
    Results oriented and self-motivated.
    Strong Leadership skills.
    Computer literate in MS Office applications

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

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    jobs@hcsafrica.com

  • Key Accounts & Institutions Manager

    Key Accounts & Institutions Manager

    Our client, a well-established company in the FMCG sector and with a long track record in Kenya and overseas Markets, is seeking to recruit a highly competent and outstanding Key Accounts & Institutions Manager to develop and implement key Account plans in accordance to the trade and distribution strategy.
    Reports to:  Head of Sales and Distribution
    Direct Reports: Key Account Reps
    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Ensure achievement of volume/brand mix targets, availability, visibility, quality and customer price targets within the Key Accounts.
    Identify, maintain and grow market share in the respective area of operation
    Assist the head of sales and distribution in the implementations of the overall sales and distribution strategies.
    Ensure effective management of the distributors and wholesalers of the respective area of operation.
    Develop and execute respective area of operational plan with recommendations of trade programmes/promotions in line with the general sales and distribution strategies ensuring the creation and maintenance of a competitive advantage against competitors.
    Coordinate and share knowledge and information with other inside/outside sales associates for the benefit of the customer and the company to grow the business based on increased market share and developing new products
    Maintain tight budgetary control over and strict adherence to credit terms respective areas of operation.
    Ensure proper company policies and procedures are followed in relation to identification and resolution of cash and stock shortage discrepancies by the area team.
     Being the point contact person to priority customers and resolving any issues they might have.
    Manage and ensure proper utilization of area company assets and materials
    Monitoring and collection of market intelligence to closely liaise with the marketing teams on brand campaigns.
    Perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the position

    Key Result Areas:
    The accountability areas are as follows;

    Maintain and/or grow key accounts under supervision by customer action anticipation
    Strategic implementation of sales and distribution plans
    Effective business partner to the company and customer
    Development of key accounts relationships

    Key Qualifications & Skills

     Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field, preferably in marketing.
    Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing/CIM
    Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a similar position in FMCG industry with demonstrated understanding of Key Accounts operations and dealing with multiple products.
    Self-driven with the ability to work well under minimal supervision.
    Demonstrated strong leadership skills, team player, good communicator, and good negotiation and influencing skills.
    A valid Kenyan driving licence with driving experience.

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

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    jobs@hcsafrica.com

  • Field Sales Executive-Naivasha

    Field Sales Executive-Naivasha

    Our client, a telecommunications provider is looking to hire Field Sales Executive-Naivasha.
    Reporting to: Sales Operations Manager
    Location: Naivasha
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    The Field Sales Executives will be tasked with ensuring;

    Consumer awareness, Lead generation and market penetration of the following Internet and network connectivity services:
    Homes & businesses: Securing broadband services for homes & commercial use.
    Enterprises: Bespoke internet infrastructure for corporate customers.
    Hotspots:   Public WIFI offering affordable bundles across networks
    Value Add Services: Managed and extended WIFI firewall, security & cloud services.
    Smart Savannah: Digital products and IOT solutions
    Leads Management: Distribute inquiries and leads to the sales channels in Enterprise.
    Maintain an accurate database of customer and prospect information while perfoming homes and business visits.
    Process customer and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies; resolving discrepancies by using standards procedures.
    Creating and processing sales orders and service actovations.
    Other duties as may be assigned.

    Profesional Qualifications & Competencies.

    Diploma in Business Management or Commerce.
    Ability to multi task, strong time management and organization skills.

    Well versed with Naivasha town and its environs.

    Maintain confidentiality of client information.
    Ability to work independently and requires minimal supervision.
    Good understandung and knowledge of database systems.
    Great attention to details.
    High organizational skills and ability to manage a number of projects at the same time.

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

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    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Sales Team Leader

    Sales Team Leader

    Our Client, a leading Mobile Micro Lending company that offers salary advances and short term loans seeks to recruit a Sales Team Leader.
    Job Purpose
    The Sales Team Leader will be responsible for executing the companies’ effective sales and business growth strategy. They will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of the sales team and will be required to direct the activities of all sales resources in the company with a view to driving growth in number and value of loans disbursed, revenue growth and collection of loans. In addition, the Sales Team Leader will also be responsible for actively reviewing existing products and services to ensure that the company remains competitive and aligned to its core target market’s needs while also introducing new products to the markets based on changing customer and market trends. The role will be expected to lead by example and spend a significant portion of his/her time driving sales activities on the ground to meet their own personal sales targets
    Reports to: Sales and Business Development Director
    Department: Sales & Business Development               
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Play an active role in the development of the company’s sales and business growth strategy. This includes actively reviewing existing products and services to ensure they remain highly competitive and differentiated while also making recommendations on new products and services based on changing customer and market trends
    Full responsibility for the execution of the agreed sales and business growth strategy
    Recruit, induct, train and develop a highly effective sales team
    Review and administer an effective sales incentive program to keep the sales team financial motivated
    Appraise and aggressively drive sales resource performance to ensure a high performing team at all times
    Direct the day-to-day sales activities of the company with a view to achieving daily, weekly, monthly and annual sales objectives
    Conduct weekly and daily sales meetings and briefs to ensure all sales resources remain engaged and focused on achieving sales objectives
    Actively prospect, pitch and acquire new employers to sign MOUs with and expand our captive market of employees
    Develop relevant sales materials and tools to ensure that the company is able to effectively pitch win new employers to sign MOUs
    Actively develop and execute effective strategies to engage employees on the ground to create awareness and uptake of Company products
    Develop relevant sales materials and tools to ensure that the company is able to effectively acquire new employees to take up Company loans
    Have a thorough understanding of Company products and services and the supporting policies and processes
    Be able to articulate each products core value proposition to the customer both verbally and in writing
    Have a thorough understanding of Company’s core target market
    Spend time on the ground engaging employees of MOU clients to drive uptake of Company products
    Ensure all loans sold are properly applied for and all requirements met by the applicants before presenting to Credit teams for approvals
    Follow up collection of loan instalments from clients by ensuring that instalments are paid through check off
    Where the instalments are missed or clients separated from employment then the role holder will be expected to follow up the borrower for recovery of the loan
    Customer service – ensure that the overall customer experience is positive and that the Company  meets all its brand promises to its customers – quick, no hassle loans!
    Always maintain a thorough understanding of the competitive landscape of Company’s direct competitors, their price points. Product features etc. to enable the job holder effectively position and sell its  products

    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    University Degree – in a business or marketing field
    Post-secondary school diploma or professional qualification an added advantage
    At least 3 years’ experience working in a sales role in a micro finance or credit only organization, bank, insurance company with a clear track record of successfully meeting challenging targets

    Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day – time Telephone number to the email address: jobs1@hcsafrica.com with Sales Team Leader on the Subject line. Candidates MUST indicate their Current and Expected salaries.

    Apply via :

    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Payroll Assistant

    Payroll Assistant

    Our Client, a Microfinance Institution seeks to recruit a Payroll Assistant. The job holder will be responsible for the Employee Relations as well as the administration of the Bank’s Compensation and Benefits encompassing the implementation of the total reward strategy of the Bank in line with industry standards and world-wide best practice.
    Reports to: Head of Talent & Organization Development
    Key Responsibilities:

    To arrange the payment of staff salaries through the payroll system. This will involve the collation and input of all relevant information for the monthly payroll (including new starters, leavers, benefits, contract changes e.t.c. 
    Effectively maintain the all confidential employment documentation for access and retrieval.  Develop and maintain appropriate statistical data regarding staff records and information flow, retrieval and dissemination to Management.
    Ensure effective information management of the HRMIS especially as far as data input & data generation is concerned including Payroll for all staff, insertions any changes relating to staff benefits
    Liaise with relevant external bodies on check off payments and remittances tostatutory bodies following payroll. 
    Develop and maintain effective recording and management of general staff information with specific reference to medical benefits and leave administration.
    Prepare and maintain time and attendance reports.
    Provide relevant reports and analysis using the HRMIS and other relevant tools of the following:

    Employment and Salary Administration
    New staff on recruitment and appointment
    NSSF, NHIF and other relevant statutory data

    Staff Statistics and Statutory returns·     
    Ensure compliance with internal audit standards and risk standards. Work corrections brought out in previous risk and audit findings.
    In consultation with the Head of Talent & Organization Development, review and update the organization structure with relevant roles and match this with the total staff count as per the payroll numbers monthly.
    Maintain a monthly return of established positions on the structure against vacant positions every month to ensure that Management is fully informed of vacancies and remedial action can be taken appropriately. 
    By using the HRMIS and in conjunction with other T &OD staff, coordinate staff recruitment and placement for newly recruited staff members.
    Providing all newly recruited staff with their role profiles using the HRMIS, and liaise with Heads of Functions for the periodic review and update of the same.
    By use of the HRMIS ensure that the confirmation process for all staff serving probation period and where confirmation is recommended, ensure timely confirmation, extension of probation or exit. 
    Carry out HR Services ensuring that the standards set out in the HR SLAs are adhered to.
    Consultations with, and resolve outstanding issues on matters affecting the operations of the department with other Team Members in T&OD responsible for other functional areas of the department.

    Role Competencies

    Excellent communication skills and interpersonal sensitivity
    Good business acumen at an operational level; and Specialist knowledge and skills.

    Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience.

    3 years’ experience in a busy HR Department in a supporting capacity.
    Bachelor’s degree in HR or specialization in HR
    Diploma/Higher Diploma in Human Resource management
    CPA(K) holder is an added advantage

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

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    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Sales Support Specialist

    Sales Support Specialist

    Our client, a telecommunications provider is looking to hire a Sales Support Specialist. This position will provide support to the global sales team to improve efficiency that drives sales volume.
    Reports to: Reporting & Admin. Manager
    Responsibilities:

    Leads management: Distribute inquiries and leads to the sales channels in Enterprise.
    Maintain an accurate database of customer and prospect information while performing regular backups to ensure data preservation.
    Process customer and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies; resolving discrepancies by using standard procedures
    Maintain data entry requirements by following data program techniques and procedures.
    Creating and processing sales orders & service activations.
    Service delivery/stocks management; Ensure timely delivery of equipment for service delivery.
    Other duties as may be required.

    Academic/Professional Qualifications & Key Competencies

    Undergraduate Degree in Business Management or Commerce
    Ability to multitask, strong time management and organizational skills
    Well versed in IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office Suite & CRM systems
    Maintain confidentiality of client information
    Ability to work independently and requires minimal supervision.
    Ability to analyse information and decision making
    Basic understanding of databases
    Great attention to detail
    High organizational skills and ability to manage a number of projects at the same time
    Ability to prioritize own workload
    Strong communication skills.

    Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their Cover letter and detailed CVs with a day – time Telephone number to the email address: jobs1@hcsafrica.com with Sales Support Specialist on the Subject line. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only respond to shortlisted candidates.

    Apply via :

    jobs1@hcsafrica.com

  • Internal Auditor

    Internal Auditor

    Our Client, an exclusive private membership social club located in Nairobi is looking to hire an Internal Auditor. He/she will be responsible in ensuring that the organisational risk map is kept up to date, reflecting the changing priorities. The Internal Auditor will work with the General Manager to report to the Audit & Governance Committee on the whole range of assurance activities that take place within the Club in relation to the risk register.
    The Internal Auditor will play a key role in ensuring that that business, financial and other control procedures identified in the risk register are being properly implemented, managed and consistently used in the operations of the Club management team.
    Given the knowledge obtained through the audit work, the Internal Auditor will provide independent, objective assurance and advice designed to add value and improve the club’s operations while focusing on internal control systems, risk management framework and governance.
    The Internal Auditor will be the focal point for the anti-fraud and corruption policies.  
    A solid understanding of member club operations and hospitality sector is essential.
    Accountability: General Manager  
    Reports:               Audit & Governance Committee
    Location: Nairobi
    Key Responsibilities:

    Risk Management

    Working primarily through Directors and Senior Managers, ensure that a major review of Club’s risk map is undertaken at least twice a year
    Ensure that the risk register is properly maintained and regularly presented to the Audit & Governance Committee/ the Board
    Ensuring that risk register structure is updated to make sure feedback from directors is taken into consideration and they are made aware of any changes and consider major risk areas in relation to Club’s operational and strategic management.
    Develop an assessment framework that brings together the assurance activities of the Club where they relate to the risk register and report against this to Audit & Governance Committee in the form of a functional audit

    Internal Audit

    Present an annual internal audit plan by reference to the risk management framework to the Audit & Governance Committee for their approval.
    Develop and maintain the Internal Audit Procedures to ensure that best practice is taken account of and that the audits address specific areas of risk management
    Undertake the approved internal audit plan in line with agreed procedures liaising with the relevant senior management of the Club.
    At the conclusion of audits to provide a full briefing to the relevant senior managers and the General Manager ensuring that their comments are recorded as part of the review.
    Agree action plan necessary to implement the audit recommendations with the senior managers of the relevant department and the General Manager
    Present the audit report to the Audit & Governance Committee, highlighting any areas of concern and the resultant action plan.
    Monitor the implementation of any recommendations.
    Identify common features across audits and organization-wide issues, proposing appropriate systems improvements.

    Anti-fraud and corruption policy

    Review and update the anti-fraud and corruption policy as appropriate, ensuring that the Club staff are aware of the policy and trained in how to use it
    Ensuring there is effective reporting mechanism for reporting incidents related to fraud and corruption by the staff and members of the Club.
    Maintain the fraud and bribery register, provide advice on fraud policy and give support in event of suspected fraud, carrying out investigation as required.
    Keep abreast of legal developments associated with the local laws and regulations

    Education & Qualification

    Degree educated or equivalent relevant work experience.
    Relevant professional qualification in auditing/finance.
    5 years+ experience in auditing preferably within the hospitality industry.

    Skills & Experience

    Proven experience in hospitality operations with problem-solving capabilities.
    Knowledge of accounting, finance and risk management.
    Interpreting financial and other records.
    Critical understanding of establishment and operation of internal control mechanisms.
    Proven understanding and application of risk management frameworks.
    Ability to use spreadsheets, accounting software and other desktop IT packages.
    Interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels including Board level.
    Demonstrate high levels of integrity.

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

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    jobs1@hcsafrica.com