Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 1 year

  • Mail Clerk (2 Positions) – All Interested Applicants Residential Security Coordinator (USEFMs Only)

    Mail Clerk (2 Positions) – All Interested Applicants Residential Security Coordinator (USEFMs Only)

    Duties
    BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

    The incumbent is one of seven clerks in the Mission Nairobi mailroom and reports to the locally engaged (LE) Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) Supervisor and the American DPO Supervisor. The incumbent processes inbound and outbound DPO, unclassified diplomatic pouch, courier and local mail. He/she is responsible for providing excellent customer service to mailroom customers and performs other duties as assigned by the DPO Supervisor. He/she has no supervisory responsibilities. 

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Requirements:
    EXPERIENCE:  

    One year of mail handling experience is required.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE:  

    Must have some knowledge of handling DPO, diplomatic pouch, local or international courier service mail. Knowledge of the functions, personnel, and practices of the embassy and its associated agencies.

    Education Requirements:

    Completion of secondary school is required.

    Evaluations:
    LANGUAGE: 

    Level III (Good working Knowledge) Reading/speaking /writing English is required (This may be tested). Level III (Good working Knowledge) Reading/speaking /writing Kiswahili is also required.

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

    Must have strong interpersonal skills.
    Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.
    Must have a valid Kenyan driving license Class BCE.
    Must be able to lift 70 pounds.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
    Qualifications:

    All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :

  • Partner Manager (French Speaker) Sales Executive (French Speaker) Account Manager (French Speaker) Project Manager (French Speaker)

    Partner Manager (French Speaker) Sales Executive (French Speaker) Account Manager (French Speaker) Project Manager (French Speaker)

    As an Partner Manager you will be managing a portfolio of Odoo Partners, as well as being involved in business development with end customers. You have the unique opportunity to make an impact on both end customers and Odoo partners.
    Our partners are resellers, systems/ERP integrators and IT companies from Africa that are adopting Odoo in their solutions portfolio. As the partner’s main point of contact and coach them on best practices regarding their business strategy, implementation methodology and know-how of the product, so they can grow their Odoo business.
    You will also be in contact with a wide variety of customers. You’ll get to be a matchmaker since you will be qualifying and providing demos to end clients, in an effort to pair them up with your best suited partner.

    Responsibilities

    Enable Odoo Partners and train them on effective methods for selling and implementing Odoo software. You can find the list of our partners by country here: https://www.odoo.com/en_EN/partners
    Act as a business coach. Create and implement cross-functional processes for partners and customers to increase their operational efficiency
    Establish long term win-win relationships with your partner portfolio based in Africa
    Qualify end clients, convince them with tailored demos and connect them with the right partner for their Odoo project
    Negotiate licenses and pricing with partners and customers and promote the right value proposition

    Qualifications

    Bachelor or Master Degree
    1 to 4 years of technology sales experience
    Fluent in French
    Entrepreneurial mindset
    Excellent communication skills
    Passionate about sales, you like to convince, negotiate and achieve targets. You don’t take no for an answer
    You enjoy taking initiatives to help the team, your partners and customers, you thrive in an autonomous environment

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :

  • Assistant Operations Data Management Officer

    Assistant Operations Data Management Officer

    The Assistant Operations Data Management Officer contributes to the management of data collection and reporting activities in field operations. The incumbent liaises with relevant Officers in the regional hubs or sections in headquarters, as applicable, for technical guidance on data management. S/he may supervise some support staff.
    All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

    Duties

    Manage the use, maintenance and technical support to ProGres (registration database) including planning and oversight of data collection, input and verification; produce standard and ad hoc reports, and ensure ProGres-related data entry activities are reflected in SOPs for registration, resettlement, repatriation, protection, community services, and programme activities.
    Respond to report requests from UNHCR staff, local governments, partners, donors and Headquarters.
    Keep data up-to-date, secure and accurate.
    Facilitate and /or undertake additional data collection activities including planning and coordinating data collection methodologies and analyses with relevant staff.
    Serve as the focal point for compiling and calculating statistics for resettlement, population figures, and standards and indicators, as well as for annual, periodic and requested statistical reports.
    May be required to assist in training of staff as well as staff members of implementing partners in relevant aspects of data management and provide other support to end-users of database systems.
    Liaise with relevant staff on new reporting requirements and procedures as needed; conduct data collection audits in order to ensure that no unnecessary data collection occurs and to ensure that all necessary data is being captured; create and maintain databases and spreadsheets that meet operational requirements.
    May be required to coordinate with GIS colleagues to ensure that data collection is compatible with GIS as necessary and assist with GIS and mapping tasks as required.
    Archive and backup database systems; ensure security of databases; perform database administrator functions.
    Authorize updates and amendments of ProGres data and the ProGres SOP.
    Design operational reports, statistics, and other relevant data collection forms.
    Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications
    Education & Professional Work Experience
    Years of Experience / Degree Level

    For P1/NOA – 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or no experience with Graduate degree; or no experience with Doctorate degree

    Field(s) of Education

    IT, Computer Science, or other relevant field.

    Certificates and/or Licenses

    Operational Data Management Learning Programme
    Operations Management Learning Programme
    (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Relevant Job Experience
    Essential

    Previous job experience relevant to the function or in data management, statistics, analysis and information technology.

    Desirable

    Familiarity with ProGress and registration system.
    Technical GIS knowledge.

    Functional Skills

    IT-IT Refugee Systems & Applications
    IT-Computer Literacy
    DM-Data Management
    RG-Civil Registry Systems Analysis
    IT-Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
    IM-Statistics Analysis
    (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

    Language Requirements

    For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
    For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
    For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
    All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
    As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
    This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

    Desired Candidate Profile

    The candidate should have technical knowledge and skills in database management with SQL. Technical skills with kobo ODK, C#, Python, R, Power BI, ArcGIS and understanding of data protection policies are desirable which will be added advantage.”

    Operational context
    Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:
    Nature of Position:

    UNHCR Sub-Office Kakuma covers the Kakuma refugee camp and Kalobeyei integrated settlement. The Kakuma refugee camp has been in existence for some 30 years and currently accommodates significant protracted refugee populations with continued influx from mainly South Sudan, Somali, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Burundi. The Kakuma camp and Kalobeyei settlement host some 290,000 refugees and asylum seekers originating from 22 different countries.
    In line with the GCR and the MYMP Strategy, Kakuma operation focuses its strategy on further expanding the protection of refugees and promoting solutions. In close collaboration with the government, UN Agencies including the WB/IFC and NGOs, the operation in Kakuma developed a major initiative – Kalobeyei Integrated Socio-Economic Plan (KISEDP), which represents the main vehicle for operationalizing GCR in Kenya. Priority is given to securing efficient and effective levels of core life-saving activities, expanding risk management and levels of accountability, enhancing protection response and most notably adopting an area-based development approach for refugees and host communities, strengthening capacity of national service providers, promoting access to sustainable livelihoods and education programmes, implementing efficient targeting mechanisms shifting from blanket to targeted assistance, and expanding the community-based engagement strategy.
    The Assistant Operations Data Management Officer (NOA) will report to the Information Management Officer, with overall supervision of the Senior Protection Officer (P4). S/he will work along with other Information and Data Management staff to ensure that multi-stakeholder, multi-sector, and multi-country activities are provided with robust and meaningful data and information to support planning, funding, and advocacy efforts. UNHCR Kakuma has deployed PRIMES tools (proGres v4, BIMS, Rapp for offline registration, GDT, CashAssist) for Government, UNHCR and Partners activities. UNHCR continues to provide both functional and technical support in the use of the core PRIMES tools, other operational tools support and development.

    Skills
    Additional Qualifications

    DM-Data collection methodologies, DM-Data Interoperability, DM-Data science methodologies

    Education

    Bachelor of Arts (BA): Statistics

    Certifications

    HCR Learning Program – UNHCR, HCR Operational Data Management Learning Program – UNHCR, Programme Management (PM) 1 – UNHCR

    Work Experience

    Case Management: Refugees, Data Management, Information Management, Number of Persons of Concern Served

    Competencies

    Accountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Judgement & decision making, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Teamwork & collaboration, Technological awareness

    Apply via :

    unhcr.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Showroom Supervisor Assistant Branch Manager

    Showroom Supervisor Assistant Branch Manager

    Job Purpose
    The Supervisor performs full range of duties under the supervision of the Branch Manager. The Supervisor may schedule and direct the workflow of the different sections in the showroom, review and give input on the output/work of the staff on their functional/work team. Supervises all sales and marketing activities in the showroom to meet the sales targets, secure growth and profitability in compliance with the branch set targets. Interacts with clients and employees and is responsible for training staff, managing displays, maintaining supplies, and providing customer service.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Implement all marketing activities in the showroom according to agreed pricing and ongoing special offers and promotion.
    Maintain administration, relevant reporting and planning systems for the showroom in order and issue timely management and statistical reports.
    Supervise cash and payment operations at the front desk in accordance with company procedures and policies, at all times with staff and customer safety as the uppermost priority.
    Plan and implement store merchandising, layout and customer traffic flow so as to maximize sales, customer satisfaction, appearance, image and ergonomics for customers.
    Supervise selling and customer service activities and staff competence in these areas, so as to optimize and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction.
    Provide quality service by enforcing quality and customer service standards.
    Supervise all stock movement activities: in/out, transfer, sales etc and responsible of showroom stock in a way to eliminate stock shortage and perform stock replenishment in an efficient manner and on due time.
    Attend morning meetings, take minutes and share with respective stakeholders.
    Liaise with branch manager to resolve staff issues.
    Do regular floor walks to ensure the sales teams are in the right place and engaging well with clients, customers are being attended to, address any issues that may arise
    Escalate any staff issues to the branch manager and HR manager where necessary.
    Monitor performance for the sales teams and advise the branch manager on the gaps identified.
    Monitor staff grooming and ensure staff have clean uniforms and maintain the right corporate image at the branch always.
    Ensure safety and health measures are complied with by the staff and at company level at the branch. Eg ensure staff have PPES, fire extinguishers are in place etc.

    Education Qualification, Experience, Skills, and Traits

    Business related Diploma or bachelor’s degree, in addition to related training courses especially sales.
    Proven 1+ years of experience as a team leader/Sales Supervisor/Showroom Supervisor in a busy environment.
    Ideal business background would be in: Retail and Service industries.
    Background  in furniture retail will be an added advantage.
    Must be adept in use of MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, internet, and email.
    A strong and efficient implementer who critically assesses own performance and the performance of the team.
    Empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person’s point of view.
    Able to communicate and motivate via written media.
    Critical thinker and can pre-empt issues and amicably resolve upcoming issues.
    Self-driven, results-oriented individual with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality and business profit.
    Highly motivated, positive thinker and achiever.
    Reliable, tolerant, and determined.
    Well-presented and with business acumen.
    Keen for new experience, responsibility, and accountability.
    Able to get on with others and be a team-player.

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :

  • Sales and Digital Executive – IT Products Sales Supervisor – IT Products

    Sales and Digital Executive – IT Products Sales Supervisor – IT Products

    We are an authorized Apple Reseller and IT Products company. we are looking to hire competent Sales Executives who will market the company products.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Marketing and sales of company products
    Marketing and sales of company products and services
    Making daily phone calls to new customers and signing them up
    Managing the hotline for orders, putting orders through on behalf of the customer
    Following up with customers’ complaints
    Collecting feedback from clients on products
    Making sure that the customer service is top notch
    Making daily sales reports to the team leader
    Coordinating with clients for product distribution and invoicing
    Working with the sales team leader to develop targeted sales strategies
    Answering client queries about products and services specifications and uses
    Maintaining client relations by doing follow-ups
    Tracking sales data to ensure you meet sales quotas

    Skills and Competencies

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills-Verbal and Written (eloquent and articulate)
    Mature and intelligent
    Must have excellent Customer Service Skills
    Attention/Keen to details
    Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
    Passion for Sales and achieving sales targets
    Mature, temperament, self-driven, patience, empathy and passion for people

    Key Qualifications

    Diploma or Certificate in Sales and Marketing
    1 Year of Experience in Sales and Marketing or Telesales
    Experience in selling Tech Machines is an added advantage
    IT skills including familiarity of CRM Solutions
    Social media marketing and Google business skills

    go to method of application »

    Note: – Indicate position applying for as the SUBJECT EMAIL.Please apply using cvs@execafrica.com by 19th July 2024.

    Apply via :

    cvs@execafrica.com

  • Chainsaw Operator

    Chainsaw Operator

    About the job

    We are looking for an experienced chainsaw operator that can work seasonally for 1 – 6 months cutting sisal flower stems. This material is a lot softer than wood, but it is fibrous which requires good maintenance on the chainsaw. The work will take place in Mwatate, Taita Taveta, relocating to this town for the duration of the work season will be necessary. The renumeration for this work will be on a per piece basis, hence harder workers will benefit from this type of work. Working days Monday – Friday.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Cut sisal flowering stems according to stipulations from management.
    Professional safety protocols to be executed when using and handling the chainsaw.
    Communicate & coordinate the work with a team of clearers who follow the chainsaw operator, taking careful care to ensure they can follow systematically for efficiency.
    Report staff absences to supervisor / manager on duty.
    Report any damage to chainsaw, or any injury with immediate effect.

    Required Skills 

    Experience in using a chainsaw for over a year.
    Proof of Professional training on using & operating a chainsaw.
    First Aid Training.
    Safety training with chainsaw operating.

    Desirable Skills                                                                                              

    Understanding of the mechanical workings of the chainsaw.
    Ability to service a chainsaw.
    Professional, safety oriented, and punctual. 
    Quick to learn and not afraid to ask questions.

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

    Apply via :

    info@growblanks.com

  • Dentist – Roysambu

    Dentist – Roysambu

    Qualifications/Requirements

     Bachelor Degree in Dental Surgery (BDS)
     Registered and with a valid license from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
     Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
     At least One (1) year post-internship experience
     Proficient in computer applications
     Good communication skills

    If you match the above qualifications, send your CV, cover letter and copies of your professional and academic certificates to EQARoysambu.recruitment@equityafia.co.ke, quoting the position you are applying for on the email subject on or before 20th July 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    EQARoysambu.recruitment@equityafia.co.ke

  • Sr Project Coordinator – Global Clinical Supplies

    Sr Project Coordinator – Global Clinical Supplies

    The role

    We are seeking a Sr Project Coordinator to join our Global Clinical Supplies Team in the EMEA region. This can be office based, hybrid, or fully homebased.

    A day in the life

    Provides administrative and technical support to Project Team including planning, organizing and coordinating responsibilities of project administration.

    Key responsibilities:

    Maintains procedures, guidelines and documentation. Assists with maintaining project records and ensuring that all regulatory documents are correct, processed and approved. Completes data entry and supports maintenance of data base repositories. Assists in preparing reports and data collection for analysis. Supports quality review.
    Assists with review, coordination and compilation of files and other materials. Distributes project documents and supplies.
    Processes and tracks local regulatory, study specific or department documents.
    Performs file review. Organizes and maintains correspondence files and other departmental records. Analyzes and reconciles project documents, metrics and findings reports within specified timelines.
    Assists with clarification and resolution of findings related to documentation.
    Composes, copies and distributes communications, reports, documents and forms. Performs mass mailings and communications.
    Maintains vendor trackers.
    Provides accesses to company, client and vendor systems.
    Assists on project management ad-hoc activities, producing reports or on study plan edition.
    Coordinates team conference calls and completes and distributes meeting minutes from internal/client/vendor meetings as applicable.

    Education/Experience

    High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
    Technical positions may require a certificate
    Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1 year).

    In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Ability to work in a team or independently (as required)
    Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail, with ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
    Ability to effectively analyze project-specific data/systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency
    Strong customer focus
    Flexibility to prioritize workload to meet changing project timelines
    Ability to attain and maintain a good working knowledge of applicable regulations and procedural documents for all non-clinical/clinical aspects of project implementation, execution and closeout
    Good English language and grammar skills
    Good computer skills, proficient in MS Office, ability to obtain knowledge and master all database systems and modern technology
    Critical thinking skills, including but not limited to critical approach, in-depth investigation for appropriate root cause analysis and problem solving
    Skills to work under constant pressure to meet project/client deliverables and timeline

    Apply via :

    jobs.thermofisher.com

  • Journalist

    Journalist

    Key Responsibilities:

    Write and deliver 30 high-quality stories each week for the newspaper and social media platforms.
    Conduct thorough research and interviews, following the guidance of the head office for story planning.
    Cover breaking news and emergency situations on-site across Africa.
    Maintain and foster good relations with research institutions, think tanks, government bodies, and universities.
    Report on a diverse range of topics, including politics, business/trade, and culture.
    Utilize multimedia skills to take photographs, edit content, and write articles.
    Perform administrative tasks when not in the field.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelors degree in Journalism from an accredited institution.
    At least 1 year of experience in mainstream media.
    Physically healthy and capable of handling the demands of fieldwork.
    Demonstrated sense of responsibility and ability to handle pressure.
    Flexibility to travel across Africa and adapt to changing situations.
    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
    Strong multimedia skills, including photography and content editing.
    Ability to follow the direction and guidance of the head office.

    Preferred Attributes:

    Proven ability to deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines.
    Strong network and relationship-building skills with key stakeholders in research, government, and academic circles.
    Enthusiasm for covering diverse and challenging topics.

    Apply via :

    www.careers-page.com

  • Administrative Assistant

    Administrative Assistant

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a versatile Administrative Assistant who can handle basic office tasks, and secretarial duties, and assist with sales and marketing efforts.

    Key Responsibilities

    Perform general office duties such as filing, photocopying, and handling correspondence.
    Manage office supplies and ensure the workspace is organized.
    Answer and direct phone calls, take messages and handle email correspondence.
    Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
    Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the office environment, including regular cleaning of workspaces and common areas.
    Assist in generating leads, making sales calls, and following up with potential clients.
    Help achieve sales targets by supporting the sales team in various activities.
    Support marketing efforts by preparing promotional materials, managing social media accounts, and assisting in market research.
    Assist in organizing and coordinating marketing events and campaigns.

    Requirements

    Certificate/Diploma/Degree in a related field.
    Minimum 1 year of administrative experience in sales and admin.
    Excellent computer skills, attention to detail, and proactive attitude.
    Proven experience in an administrative role.
    Proficiency in MS Office and basic computer skills.
    Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Positive attitude and willingness to take on a variety of tasks.

     Application Deadline: 31st  Jul 2024.Please send your motivation letter, and CV to careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke with the subject title “Admin Assistant 2024.”

    Apply via :

    careers@nakala-analytics.co.ke