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  • Receptionist

    Receptionist

    Start Date: 7th January 2019
    Job Purpose / Summary: The receptionist shall be responsible for executing office systems, procedures and controls in the entire administrative function covering the company policies, procedures, visitors and clients’ records etc.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Executing systems, procedures and controls in the entire office functions covering the maintenance of daily clients’ record.
    Receiving visitors at the front desk by welcoming and directing them appropriately.
    Answering, screening and forwarding all incoming external phone calls.
    Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, magazines and brochures etc.)
    Ensure daily office cleanliness is maintained
    Update the calendars and schedule meetings, events, conferences etc.
    Liaise with the accountant to arrange travel and accommodations, and prepare vouchers
    Keep updated records of all office expenses and costs.
    Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing among other office duties.

    Required Qualifications

    Possess a diploma or certificate in Clerical Work, Office Administration or any relevant skills.
    Minimum 1-year work experience
    Good Interpersonal skills i.e. Influencing, communication and negotiation skills,
    Problem solving and Analytical skills
    Decisive decision maker and ability to work under tight time schedules.
    Proficient in MS Office (word, excel and outlook) as well as proficient in use of internet.
    Must satisfy Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya (provide copies of KRA, EACC, CID and CRB certificates).

  • HR Consultant

    HR Consultant

    Job Responsibilities

    Networking and customer relationship management
    Research and Business development
    Cold calling’ companies to generate new business
    Getting vacancy details from employers
    Interviewing and testing job seekers
    Matching candidates to jobs to build a pool of potential applicants
    Screening, shortlisting, interviewing candidates for employers to interview
    Headhunting expertise
    Finding candidates for executive and specialist positions

    Qualifications

    Diploma or degree in Human Resource Management or related field
    One year of experience
    Excellent communication and ‘people’ skills
    Business development sales and negotiation skills
    A confident and positive attitude
    The ability to work under pressure and meet targets
    A professional manner and the ability to work well in a team
    Good organisational and administrative skills
    Advanced writing skills to write investigative reports and document employment decisions

  • Post Doc – Food Chemistry (18-100)

    Post Doc – Food Chemistry (18-100)

    About the role
    The successful candidate will support the daily operations of the Food and Nutritional Evaluation Laboratory (FANEL), Nutrition and Food Safety Platform, Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA) research hub at the campus of the International Livestock Research Institute). The position involves extensive interdisciplinary collaboration with crop scientists and crop modeling experts and with partners in other collaborating institutions. The position reports to the Regional Food Scientist and is based at Nairobi, Kenya.
    Key responsibilities:

    Assist with operational management the Food and Nutritional Evaluation laboratory (FANEL).
    Develop new methods and keep current methods up to standards, assure quality assurance, contribute scientifically to the work.
    Develop and conduct acceptability studies with RTB and biofortified crops
    Generate sensory and consumer data: be at ease with discriminative and descriptive sensory methods, design quantitative consumer tests, conduct qualitative consumer research.
    Effectively utilize sensory and consumer data to guide the product development process and breeding programs.
    Development of new food products and food recipes with RTB and biofortified crops
    Develop and conduct retention studies with biofortified crops
    Supervise students on thesis research topics of relevance to RTB and biofortified crops food science program.
    Participate in nutrition and food science professional forums in sub-Saharan Africa
    Contribute to project reports and publish relevant findings on a timely basis.

    What are we looking for?

    PhD degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutritional Biochemistry or related subjects
    Minimum one -year work experience in a nutritional analysis research environment
    Good understanding of analytical instruments such as HPLC, LC/MS, GC/MS and ICP.
    Strong background in food product development and sensory profiling and analysis
    Advanced skills in Sensory & Consumer Insights (SCI) methodologies and data analysis: training in qualitative research methods, sensory tools and expertise in statistics
    Skills and good knowledge of food microbiology and food safety
    Experience working with starch chemistry or product development.
    Experience in with food industry and fund raising.
    Willingness to travel within the region.
    Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team/project and multicultural environment.
    Excellent communications skills in English is required.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is an international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
    CIP scientists are recent World Food Price Winners, and CIP has been recently awarded the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are we offering?

    Great career opportunity in an international organization.
    Salary is internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
    Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
    Attractive retirement plan.
    Two-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
    Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

  • International Operations Business Graduate, Kenya

    International Operations Business Graduate, Kenya

    Looking for a life-changing career within global business? Use your master’s degree and join the 2-year International Operations Business graduate programme, Kenya where you will gain global experience and invaluable skills from working with a broad range of business processes across Novo Nordisk’s business areas, countries and markets. The programme has been designed to develop the next generation of business leaders and will give you the opportunity to make a difference to the millions of people who rely on our products.
    The position
    During the 2-year programme you will undertake three rotations of 8-months duration. One rotation will take place in Kenya, one rotation will be in our corporate headquarters in Denmark, and one will be in one of our business regions or global affiliates. Examples of recent rotations include Turkey, Philippines, Thailand or Dubai.
    Below Is An Example Of How The Rotations Could Be Shaped
    The rotations are shaped to suit your development needs, while meeting our business requirements and to ensure that you build the competences needed to become one of “tomorrow’s key people” in Novo Nordisk.

    Rotation 1: Working in Kenya, you will become truly close to the marketplace in an affiliate and get hands-on experience with the business challenges that pharmaceutical companies face in your local market.
    Rotation 2: During your placement in our corporate headquarters in Denmark, you will get acquainted with corporate life as you are assigned to a key corporate function such as marketing, market access or business development, depending on your interest and the needs of the business.
    Rotation 3: Located for example in marketing, business development or market access in one of our global affiliates, you will get true international experience in a global organisation.

    Qualifications
    To apply for the International Operations Business graduate programme, Kenya, you must have:
    A master’s degree from 2018 or 2019 in a relevant subject, for example international business management, finance, economics, business administration, or engineering
    Please note: if you are graduating outside of this timeframe then check out these opportunities: student jobs, internships and permanent entry-level jobs

    A minimum of 6 month’s international experience from working, studying or voluntary work
    Relevant work experience or extracurricular activities obtained next to your studies
    No more than 1 years of work experience after finishing your master’s
    Above average academic achievements
    Strong analytical skills
    Excellent communication skills
    High drive and ambitious goals
    Eagerness to learn and willingness to challenge status quo
    An international mind-set and be globally mobile
    Team-player skills
    Professional fluency in English

  • Kili-Agent Pick-Up Station Mgt Officer Security

    Kili-Agent Pick-Up Station Mgt Officer Security

    The position holder will be in charge of Kilimall Agent pick-up station development and Management, ensure the KPI for Kili-Agents are implement and keep improving them. Cooperate with the Kili-Agents and courier companies and monitor their performance closely.
    Responsibilities

    Establish the Pick-up Stations in various parts of Kenya within the company’s SOP.
    Manage the established and existing pick up station within the company SOP.
    Maintain excellent relationship with all Kilimall Agent-Pick-Up Stations at all times
    Daily reconciliation of the delivered big box verses the small box scan arrivals and customer order pickup
    Daily communication with the Kili-Agents on the big boxes being delivered and their contents in terms of order numbers as well as informing them the courier company delivering the big box.
    Manage Kilimall Agent Pick-Up Station returns by timely processing them physically and systematically.
    Hand over all returns to the after sale section timely and accordingly.
    Compile and check Kili-Agent’s monthly invoices and facilitate their timely payment from finance as well as any other relevant section of the company.
    Daily record and updating Kili-Agents (successful) deliveries i.e customer pick-ups and the pending collection per station.
    Counter check all Kili-Agent Submitted invoices.
    Monitor the performance of every Pick-up Kili-Agent Station and report accordingly to the immediate supervisor.
    Meet the KPI for the Pick-Up Stations.
    Report any abnormal issues to the Pick-Up station Management manager right away.
    Work closely with dispatch team to ensure that all Pick-Up station orders are timely processed for dispatch from our warehouse.
    Train Kili-Pick-Up Station Agents on the DMS order management/ processing and customer issue/inquiry management.
    Follow HR policy.

    Note: Your annual objectives and/or any other tasks assigned by your supervisor from time to time shall become an integral part of your deliverables.
    Qualifications

    Bachelor degree or above, in any related course. Public Relation, Journalism& Mass communication or logistics is preferred.
    Excellent MS office software skills.

    Experience

    1 year or more working experience in a similar position in a busy organization.
    Experience in an E-Commerce environment will be an added advantage.

    Behavioral Competencies

    Very strong personality and organizational skills.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    A good team player.
    High level of commitment to duty, and discipline.
    Demonstrable ability to put customer interests first.
    Strong focus on impact.
    Unquestionable level of integrity.
    Third Party management skills.

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  • Chief Editor

    Chief Editor

    Job Description

    The Chief Editor is expected to be self-sufficient and self-driving individual contributor who is able to manage and contribute to the large content pool of the News App. He/She should have a sensitive nose to news and discover the viral and most updated news for the integrated platform. Previous experience with Opera mini and media houses like Nation Media and Standard Group will be given priority. 
    Key Responsibilities:

    News-enthusiastics with a good understanding of news products and news app on market. Have an eye for viral content in Africa and the world and able to manage hot topics real-time;
    Assist Product and Operations manager with daily news censoring, news testing and product system management.
    A master of WordPress and other editing tools; Able to produce content in a variety of forms and sensitive to current social issues.
    Secure data sources from demographically aligned partner databases, have some basic sense of data analysis, able to use Google analysis.
    Work closely with China’s News Production Team to develop/discover popular news content;
    Establish a local vision for future of Africa News development and ensures it is cascaded through performance management and development processes.

    Job Specifications & Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree (Journalism or Mass Communications majors preferred) with at least one year’s experience in content operation, good knowledge of news products, websites, etc. Experienced content specialists are considered with priority.
    Cultural sensitivity to regional differences in emerging African continent. Always sensitive the next Big Story.
    With remarkable news sense plus content sensitivity. Able to work under pressure and perform well under tight KPI requirements, able to work efficiently in a high volume environment.
    A frequent App user with excellent computer skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
    Diligent and aggressive, a quick learner with an excellent working attitude and teamwork spirit.

  • Technology Coordinator

    Technology Coordinator

    Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Technology Coordinator for our Tatu City Campuses.
    This is an opportunity to be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.
    About the Role
    Responsible for providing IT support to students & teaching and non-teaching staff enabling delivery of content in classrooms and maintaining productivity of users of the internet, printer, laminator etc at Nova Pioneer Tatu Primary.
    Key responsibilities for the role include:

    Ensuring functionality of student and staff laptops by carrying out regular preventive maintenance, basic repairs and necessary software configurations such as Microsoft Office, OS updates etc.
    Troubleshooting the classroom projectors, speakers & HDMI failures.
    Being the point person for printer and internet troubleshooting at Nova Pioneer Tatu Primary.
    Supporting teachers in managing students during heavy computer aided lessons.
    Ensuring proper set-up of hardware and software necessary in running successful online testing sessions ie NWEA MAP tests.
    Managing and track IT/Tech assets assigned to the duty station.
    Working with tech associates to resolve Level 2 support tickets such as troubleshooting offline cameras and switches.
    Receiving technicians from contracted service providers assigned to carry out maintenance or repair tasks.
    Attending teacher PDs on regular basis to identify IT related issues raised and communicate the same to supervisor for logging/action.
    Performing any other related duties as assigned by the IT manager.

    About You
    Skills and Qualifications Required:

    You have a minimum of 1 year experience working in a school-based environment or fast-paced office setting.
    Diploma in an ICT related course.
    Having some background/understanding of working in a support role is an added advantage.
    Must possess a thorough knowledge of computers and their inner working.
    Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, teachers, and students.
    Must demonstrate some understanding of basic printer, projector and computer hardware and software troubleshooting techniques.

  • Documentation Clerk

    Documentation Clerk

    Job description
    Req ID: 157844 -Travel Required: None
    Start Date: December 2018
    Responsibilities

    Work on the tasks within a team as per the SOPs assigned by the Documentation Supervisor
    To confirm the integrity and accuracy of all the necessary shipment documents at the various stages of documentation: reception, preparation, processing and finalization
    To ensure that all documents necessary to launch a customs entry are accurate and correct. If not, the discrepancy is to be reported to the supervisor immediately and to the subsequent relevant parties (ie, customer, B&P, OPS, Destination receiving office)
    To carry out the online customs entries in the KRA system and update on the statuses
    Assist with the communication of all shipment details to Customer, Airline and Forwarding Entities
    To confirm that the detail of every task is accurate, correct and up to date in forwarding system (CargoWise at time of writing). Reports KPIs and irregularities directly to the supervisor.
    To maintain shipment and flight files ensuring that they are up to date and flight files are stored correctly in the archive store.
    Any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor, Coordinator or manager of the specific area where they are currently working and/or the management.
    Perform assigned tasks to support Panalpina meets its objectives and targets regarding quality, health, safety and environment as documented in IMS and follow all requirements as set out in the QHSE policy.
    It is the responsibility of all staff to ensure that their day to day activities embrace sustainability/Health and safety therefore reducing the impact upon the environment, supporting the communities we work in and reducing incidents in the workplace

    Qualifications

    level (KCSE C+)
    Further certification or training in any relevant Commercial Course / Logistics or supply chain management, preferably with customs procedures included will be an advantage
    Ability to work independently in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
    Hands on experience of at least 1 (one) year and above
    Assertiveness
    Capable to make informed judgements and to generate practical, timely solutions
    Ability to find pragmatic solutions by using decision making techniques
    Ability to communicate openly and confidently
    Willingness to engage in constructive confrontation
    Ability to clearly and concisely present both written and/or oral information
    Customer focus (monitors customer expectations continuously and is willing to adapt own activities/procedures)
    Readiness to continuously focus on identifying and meeting customer current and future needs
    Readiness to provide alternatives and optimized solutions to the Customer
    Ability to establish a successful long-term business partnership with internal and external customers
    Ability to work with different cultures and to manage cross functional interfaces
    High priority for teamwork
    Team player
    Capable to build strong and long-term team relationships within and across functions and geographical boundaries and based on ethics and trust
    Ready to take personal accountability for achieving individual and shared goals
    Time management (monitoring performance against deadlines and milestones)
    Integrity
    Act as a Role Model for Corporate Values and fully adhere to the Code of Conduct
    High energy and resilience
    High commitment and positive attitude in the face of setbacks and obstacles
    High stress level (Ability to work under pressure and deal with tight dead lines)
    Be authentic, approachable, open and honest.

    Languages

    Written & spoken English
    Written & spoken Swahili

  • Community Oral Health Officer

    Community Oral Health Officer

    Job Description
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Examine patients’ teeth and mouth.
    Assess dental condition and needs of patients using patient screening and monitoringprocedures.
    Analyse x-rays and evaluate dental needs as necessary including medical history review and dental charting.
    Take, develop and mount radiographs as well as trace radiographs required forcorrective treatment
    Undertake general treatment and care for teeth and tissue problems using specified equipment and tools and established dental hygienist procedures.
    Clean teeth using brushes, and polishers to remove plaque and stains ensuring that sterile conditions are maintained
    Fill in cavities, rebuild broken teeth, replace missing teeth, and remove unnecessary orseverely damaged teeth.
    Treat and help to prevent gum disease.
    Provide instruction on dental care and write prescriptions for patients
    Make impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts
    Document patient dental history and/or chief complaints and/or observations
    Document lab procedures and ensure follow up on results.
    Supervise staff and clinic processes
    Recommend and ensure cost effective buying of equipment and supplies and maintainproper bookkeeping of the same.
    Keep up-to-date with new developments within the profession
    Maintaining patient dental records
    Any other duties as may be assigned to you by your superiors from time to time.

    Education, Experience & Skills

    Diploma in Community Oral Health.
    Minimum of one (1) year experience in a busy hospital.
    Registered as a Community Oral Health Officer with the regulatory body.
    Valid Practicing License.