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Job Experience: Experience of 1 – 2 years

  • Bell Man

    Bell Man

    Job description
    The incumbent will report to Bell Captain/ Chief Concierge and will be responsible of handling guests luggage, parcels, guest newspapers and mails/message promptly, assist the guests with their luggage upon arrival and departure according to Kempinski service standards in order to ensure guest satisfaction. He/she will also ensure that he cultivates key working relationships with other departmental sections to include Guest Relations, Telephone Operators, Receptionists, Business Centre Attendants, Reservations and other hotel departments and guest as appropriate.
    Main Responsibilities

    Welcomes the guests upon their arrival in a friendly and caring manner according to the Kempinski standards and assists them with the delivery of their luggage to their room in an efficient and timely manner to ensure guest satisfaction.
    Escorts guests to their room. For first time guests, explains hotel services. In the room, provides further explanations on facilities to ensure guest comfort during the length of their stay. For regular guests, if appropriate, maintains a friendly and caring conversation.
    Keeps abreast on hotel products and services as well as on tourist and business traveling information that may be of any interest to our guests.
    Handles guest requests in a polite and efficient manner, refers requests to relevant staff if needed to ensure customer satisfaction. Follows up when necessary.
    Collects luggage from guest rooms and keeps them in a secure area until guest departure.
    Maintains visibility in the lobby entrance area and offers assistance to guests when sees them carrying their luggage on their own.
    Upon requests, stores guest luggage into the luggage storage room. Handles all luggage with care.
    Maintains cleanliness and tidiness of luggage storage room.
    Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time, depending on the need of the business and hotel.

    Desired Qualifications And Skills

    Diploma hotel related field required
    1-2 years experience in a 5 star/ Luxury property with similar capacity preferable
    Concern for quality and attention to details
    Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment
    English – good oral and written skills
    To be able to stand and walk all day
    Physical ability to lift heavy objects
    Able to work in a fast paced environment and can multitask
    Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
    Positive and outgoing
    Good welcoming/communication skills

  • Training Specialist

    Training Specialist

    Job Description
    The Training Department is seeking an exceptional professional with at least two years of experience in adult education, curriculum development, and project management to lead staff development programs and operations across the organization.
    Responsibilities Include

    Lead all day-to-day operations of the department
    Consult and collaborate with other departments and subject matter experts
    Manage multiple complex and concurrent process improvement projects
    Develop and track the department’s Objectives and Key Results
    Manage and lead a team of six members
    Conduct independent research on new training topics
    Design, write, and edit training curriculum and supporting materials for in-person and eLearning training
    Facilitate advanced courses for new employees during on boarding and upper-level staff
    Design assessment and evaluation tools

    Qualifications
    We are seeking one exceptional professional with 1-2 years of work experience and ideally a demonstrated passion for adult education in a multicultural environment with solid project management skills. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    A diploma or undergraduate degree in education, training, or a relevant field of study
    At least 1-2 years of experience facilitating adult education programs
    Experience in curriculum development and assessment
    Experience in strategic planning, project management, and managing teams preferred
    Basic data analysis skills in Excel and Google Sheets
    Proven English communication skills (oral and written), with excellent attention to detail
    Ability to initiate projects and work independently to meet strict deadlines
    Proven ability to set and meet ambitious targets
    Strong multi-tasker, balancing competing priorities
    Excellent attitude, humility, willingness to learn and work hard, and collaborate with others

    Language: English required
    Career Growth and Development
    One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new high-level roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for our staff.
    Preferred Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Compensation
    Starts modest and commensurate with experience. However, this is a career track role with raises for performance.
    Benefits
    Housing, transportation & airtime allowance.
    Duration
    Minimum 2years commitment, full time job.
    Note: We will not be able to sponsor a visa for this position.

  • Online Content Creator Online Marketing Associate

    Online Content Creator Online Marketing Associate

    Department: Marketing
    Job Description
    In the Online Content Creator position, you will be expected to assist with the content creation of all online marketing activities including, but not limited to social media, website optimization and creation of video and animated content for all social media accounts and some websites across the brand.
    You will also be expected to carry out competitor research analysis as and when required to further enhance our corporate brand visibility.
    Responsibilities
    General Tasks:

    Update and work with your manager on social media content creation weekly
    Research, source and create love quote images, dating tips, testimonials, images, videos and animations relevant for each social profile and social media platform under the direction of your manager
    Coming up with new innovative video content that we can share across all social media channels

    Graphic Design:

    Creation of videos and animations for website and social media
    Sourcing of stock images and stock videos to be used in content creation
    Researching and creating content for social media- Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Youtube and Instagram
    Regular monitoring and documentation of competitor social pages
    Assisting with new post ideas
    Idea generation

    Evaluation:

    The quality of all content.
    The effectiveness of social media in supporting business growth.
    Timely completion of tasks and provision of updates to your manager
    Effective implementation of set tasks
    Initiative for content creation and updates to Social Media plan.

    Requirements

    A degree in/or currently studying Graphic Design, Communications or Public Relations (or a related discipline)
    Adobe CC skills (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, Indesign and After Effect)
    Portfolio/Behance profile/Link to video and animated content that you have created
    An understanding of online marketing
    An understanding of social media channels and platforms
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Good computer skills
    Good English skills

    The following attributes/skills would be advantageous:

    Previous experience in creating content for social media channels/website
    Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multi-task
    Knowledge or intern experience of 1.5 years in a similar role

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  • Sales & Marketing Agent

    Sales & Marketing Agent

    Job Description
    We are looking for somebody to help our business grow the number of pharmacies chemists and small clinics currently using the system. Maisha Meds has plans to expand rapidly across Kisumu, Migori, Homabay, Kakamega, Busia, Vihiga, Siaya, Nyamira, Kisii, Bungoma, Kakamega and Trans Nzoia Counties. To be a part of Maisha Meds is to join a friendly and dynamic team with big ambitions to improve the availability of quality medication in Kenya through providing pharmacies with business solutions. The company will provide extensive training to help you reach your potential and attain your sales targets.
    Job Description
    Sign up pharmacies in your sales territory to use the Maisha Meds system. This will include client identification, sales pitch and closing activities. Training will be made available to help those sales and marketing agents selected, effectively perform these activities. The Sales Agents will also be trained on how to on-board a client.
    Sending regular updates to the supervisor by submitting activity and results reports, through daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly activity reports on completed tasks in the respective territory.
    Required Skills and Qualifications:

    The applicant should have 1-2 years of sales experience in closing sales.
    The applicant should have a high degree of professionalism; integrity; strong organization and attention to detail; sales planning; presentation skills; a high energy level and experience meeting sales goals. The applicant should also be able to work independently.
    Prior experience in selling a technical or high value product such as technology is preferred.
    A strong academic record is not essential but preferred. Somebody who is a quick learner of new information and skills is more valuable for this role.
    Possess a smartphone or a tablet.
    Strong communication skills are an essential component of this role including written and spoken Kiswahili and English.
    For prospective applicants without existing sales experience please be very clear about why you think you would make a good representative for Maisha Meds.

    Target
    A minimum of 4 chemists per week
    Remuneration and Benefits

    The period of engagement will be a three month probationary period but Maisha Meds reserves the right to terminate employment sooner in the event of underperforming sales targets.
    The pay package for this role is entirely commission based:
    For every chemist acquired up to 5 chemists, the marketing consultant will be entitled to 2,000 KES per chemist.
    For every addition chemist above the minimum target .i.e. above 5, the consultant will be entitled to a bonus of 1,000 KES adding up to a total of 3,000 KES per additional chemist.
    Maisha Meds shall not cover any transport or other related costs.

  • Outbound Sales Representative

    Outbound Sales Representative

    For this task we are looking for a candidate with a structured mindset who is field oriented and understands the trade well.
    Job Responsibilities

    Scout for prospects that have office furniture needs
    Collect market data and be able to report back with accuracy
    Take part in sales training
    Build and maintain strong and healthy relations with customers
    Various other tasks will be given
    Plan, prepare and present persuasive approaches and pitches to potential corporate clients
    Assess the needs of the corporate clients and provide viable solutions while meeting sales targets
    Identify and grow opportunities within assigned territory achieving set sales targets
    Attend corporate client meetings
    Grow and retain existing corporate accounts by presenting new solutions and services to them
    Market intelligence in the office furniture industry

    Qualifications

    Must be confident and articulate when expressing yourself
    Must be able and willing to aggressively sell office furniture
    A business related degree is an added advantage
    At least 1 to 2 years experience in Corporate Sales
    Consistent track record in achieving sales targets
    Excellent planning and organizational skills
    Ability to multi-task and get things done to completion
    A Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
    Excellent networking and prospecting skills
    1- 2 years sales experience from the B2B industry in Kenya

    Competences

    Field oriented
    Structured mindset
    Proactive mindset and likes to take initiative
    Ability to think analytical and plan effectively
    Ability to build strong relations with customer
    Drive and commitment
    Honesty and integrity
    Confident and able to overcome challenges
    Professional appearance
    Its an added advantage to have an existing portfolio of previous clients to convert
    Good communication skills
    Proven Sales Track Record
    Strong English language skill

  • Transaction Risk Mitigation Officer

    Transaction Risk Mitigation Officer

    Job description
    Job Details
    Operations: a range of essential and complex services to ensure processes across the bank work as effectively and efficiently as possible
    Job Purpose
    Quality Assurance – Provide quality Service to our customers through Verification of inward cheques debiting their accounts.
    Risk Management-Carry out proper /keen verification of cheque details to establish authenticity /correctness of drawing to enable passing, and detect any fraudulent transactions.
    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

    Risk Management/ Loss control by ensuring :-
    Proper validation and verification of cheques to ensure that only valid instruments are paid.
    Confirmation of all cheques of Kshs 300,000.00 and above.
    Confirmation of all foreign currency cheques whose value is equivalent of Kshs 200,000.00 and above are confirmed depending on the prevailing exchange rates.
    Cheques cleared through Equity Bank for Kshs 100,000.00 and above are confirmed
    Keeping records of all call backs done in the prescribed manner.
    Unpaid cheques are processed within KBA timelines
    Transactional Risk Mitigation Unit (TRMU) officer to ensure unpaid/recalled cheques are forwarded to clearing department for flagging reconciliation
    A 100% validation on dividend cheques against customer post-print master files.
    Reconciliation of customers’ dividend payments accounts and reporting
    Maintenance of customers’ post-print master files.
    Support the team with dividend payments customer queries and investigations.
    Forward the day’s total count of transactions done to enablement team for MIS metrics system capture.
    Responsible for the implementation and adoption of all Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions related requirements contained in policies, procedures and processes.
    Risk and Compliance
    Limit potential losses to the bank by ensuring that laid-down procedures are adhered to at all times.
    Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, group policies and procedures.
    Carry out Business continuity Test as assigned.
    Report suspected cases of money laundering to the compliance officer.

    Service Excellence

    Adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) with partnering business units.
    Adhering to telephone etiquette standards.
    Attending to queries within 48 hours.
    Ensuring that work is processed timely and accurately.
    Adhering to customer requests.
    Preferred Qualification And Experience
    Degree holder from a recognized University (min – 2nd class upper or equivalent).
    Professional Qualifications
    Banking examinations desirable.
    Exposure to other bank operations is desirous

    Experience
    1 – 2 Years banking experience, with exposure to operations.
    Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise
    Knowledge

    A broad understanding of the bank’s procedures and policies and the application of the Group Reference Guide with particular emphasis on the fulfilment environment, policies and procedures.
    Knowledge of the Code of Banking Practice. Understanding of service and Managing Local Market sales initiatives
    Computer Literacy

  • Client Analyst

    Client Analyst

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    Conduct ongoing research and analysis to enable the Relationship Managers to fully understand the clients’ business, context, and identify potential business opportunities for the bank.
    Interpret the research findings and analytics. Make recommendations regarding potential opportunities or risks so that the Relationship Manager is able to proactively identify solutions or mitigate commercial risks.
    Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

    Client relationship management

    Compile and analyse information regarding sales activity and business pipeline.
    Interact and liaise with clients with the purpose of providing or requesting information, to assist in the deal execution and/or gathering critical information for the bank.

    Information Management

    Ensure that the client information is updated in all the relevant information systems, and when out-dated, liaise with clients to gather the updated information.
    Compile and analyse reports on client profitability, product profitability and provide input to the budget planning and performance management process.
    Responsible for the implementation and adoption (within Branch, Department or Section) of all Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions related requirements contained in policies, procedures and processes. This includes verification and confirmation of PEP approval as per the on boarding process.

    Client Deal Enablement

    Ongoing review of client base for potential High Risk clients.
    Develop and prepare credit paper for submission to the Product Credit Committee (PCC) in conjunction with Coverage Manager.
    Develop and prepare appropriate documentation to complete annual credit review in conjunction with the Coverage Manager.
    Act as escalation point for any identified risks to the Coverage Manager.

    Preferred Qualification And Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in business or business related field.
    A post graduate business degree will be considered an advantage.
    1 to 2 years in the Banking, Financial Services or Business Consulting.
    Experience in conducting research and analytics, supported by strong computer proficiency skills.

    Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise

    Seasoned Research skills
    Proactively identifies the need for, initiates, plans and manages research projects.
    Able to present findings and reports at important meetings (including external stakeholders or clients).
    Translates research reports into lucid and valid summaries and gives effective presentations on the findings.
    Conducts major and multiple research projects.
    Advises on the formulation and revision of the commercial plan in the light of research findings.

  • Communications and Advocacy Associate

    Communications and Advocacy Associate

    Job description
    About the Position
    Associates at Global Health Strategies are key, visible members of project teams, given high-impact, meaningful work from day one. Working alongside peers and senior management, Associates help develop and execute communications and advocacy strategies for our clients. Our work is driven by our commitment to the issues, which in turn drives our commitment to enhancing our client’s efforts to address some of the world’s toughest health challenges.
    Associates have a range of responsibilities related to communications, advocacy and client or project management.

    Communications

    Drafting and editing documents, including press releases, fact sheets, speeches, Q&As
    Identifying trends, opportunities and key reporters in Africa
    Maintaining databases of media contacts
    Monitoring topic-specific global health developments and media coverage
    Liaising with journalists to ensure and guide coverage of key global health issues
    Developing a thorough understanding of the global health and science media landscape

    Advocacy

    Researching global health policies and funding opportunities
    Identifying invitees, developing agendas or presentations, and managing the logistics for advocacy events
    Drafting research, policy analyses, reports and presentations

    Client/Project Management

    Tracking project team monthly activities and account deliverables
    Managing team calendars and travel logistics
    Liaising with clients on projects and deliverables
    Updating the larger team on project developments and status
    Attending events and meetings with senior management on behalf of clients

    Desired Traits

    The right candidate will be whip-smart, poised and an exceptional written communicator. While in-depth knowledge of global health is not required, a demonstrated passion for social change is essential.
    Well-organized and detail-oriented
    Comfortable in a fast-paced international environment
    Deadline-oriented
    Excellent research skills
    Quick learner
    Capable of working with minimal supervision
    Experience with project management

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree
    1-2 years of work experience
    Microsoft Office proficiency

    Note: Must be eligible to legally work in Kenya; requires Kenyan National status
    Valuable Qualifications

    Communications, public relations, or journalism experience
    Global health experience
    Master’s degree in a related field

  • Corporate Finance Analyst

    Corporate Finance Analyst

    Job Description
    Purpose Statement
    To execute the delivery of specific elements of accounts payable tasks ensuring a high level of accuracy and timeliness. The job holder will need to ensure process compliance so that source system data is complete and accurate as well as adhering to policies, procedures and accounting standards. The role requires liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
    Key Deliverables

    Ensure invoices are properly coded and fulfil the legal fiscal and regulatory requirements of an invoice.
    Scan the invoices in the Optical Character Reader (OCR) system accurately and in time to avoid any delays in supplier payments.
    Follow up with suppliers for month end statements and undertake supplier reconciliations.
    Ensure that all manual finance documents are stored in line with records management policies and retrieve these in a timely manner when requested by approvers, internal and external auditors.
    Address and meet supplier information requests in a timely and accurate manner
    Build effective relationships with the remote shared service teams to ensure that scanned invoices are posted correctly within agreed timelines .
    Coordinate with both remote shared service teams to update the master data entries for vendors as and when the need arises
    Prepare withholding tax and withholding VAT entries.

    Essential Requirements

    1-2 years of previous relevant experience
    Bachelors Degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting CPA (K) Finalist or ACCA Finalist
    Good understanding of computer software packages like Microsoft Word, Advanced excel
    Ability to communicate effectively

    Desirable requirements

    Working knowledge of SAP is an added advantage
    Working knowledge of Company Law and Tax regulations​

  • Accountant Shop Manager Shop Accountant Project Assistant

    Accountant Shop Manager Shop Accountant Project Assistant

    We are looking to hire a competent Accountant to provide support to the Finance and Administration Department.
    Job Responsibilities

    Prepare and maintain an up to date daily recording of transactions and input data into the accounting system.
    Issue and validate invoices to customers based on services rendered.
    Ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.
    Ensure proper book keeping, documentation and filing of the company documents.
    Adhere to the established internal control over cash and bank transactions and ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation.
    Prepare monthly balance sheet schedules and check all financial transactions for accuracy.
    Process business transaction using accounting software i.e. SAP
    Responsible for allocation and accounting of intercompany transactions and reconciliation.
    Process monthly/weekly accounting reports.

    Qualifications

    Minimum CPA Section II or equivalent.
    At least 1-2 years’ experience.
    Must be conversant with Accounting packages.
    Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.
    Must have a good understanding of financial concepts and pay keen attention to detail.
    Ability to multi-task and get things done to completion.
    Excellent planning and organizational skills.

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