Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 3 years

  • Chinese Speaking Commercial Officer

    Chinese Speaking Commercial Officer

    Exploring new avenues of activity and seeking opportunities that the company can exploit in its bid to develop and grow winning new business. They will be the key contact person/liaison person with partners and networks from China. And key translator of Chinese documents or conversationsOther Responsibilities
    Putting together bids/tenders and Technical documents, negotiating contracts /partnership or procurement of materials especially from China in Chinese languageAssist with their area of expertise/ project management at the construction sites.
    Required Qualifications

    Must have technical training in construction, engineering, architecture etc
    Added Advantage if they poses business related or project management skills
    Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience
    Understanding of the construction industry in Kenya
    Be willing and ready to learn

    Essential Skills
    Strong commercial awareness, strong client liaison/relations skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, project management and mastery of the Chinese language.
    Budget
    Ksh 75, 000 Gross

  • Project Manager Assistant – Power Systems Project Manager – Power Systems

    Project Manager Assistant – Power Systems Project Manager – Power Systems

    They are looking for an assistant to the project manager who will be accountable for all project facilitation and general office administration.
    Responsibilities

    Maintaining all project files (electronically and manually)
    Capturing meeting notes and actively distributing them
    Managing project stakeholders on their tasks
    Financial administration
    General office administration
    Supporting the Technical project team in coordinating contractors and managing deliverables
    Administration and management of the in-house proprietary project management software system
    Any other duties assigned by the Project Manager or Management

    Qualifications

    Degree in Business Administration
    At least 2-3 years commercial experience in a project administration role
    Team player with exemplary organisation skills
    Good at communicating, both internally and with supply chain and client alike
    Excellent written and spoken English
    Brilliant organisational and administrative skills
    Self-motivated and positive attitude

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  • Nurse

    Nurse

    Project Summary:

    The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of health care to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp.
    MSF provides a full package of medical care through 4 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and OT.
    Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners.
    The selected candidate will be reporting to the Medical Coordinator.
    He/she will be responsible of the overall management of medical activities of the Dagahaley Refugee Camp project.
    Package: Attractive package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover.
    Supportive learning environment within a large, dynamic International Medical Humanitarian
    Organization with dedicated career paths for proven staff.

    Contract duration: 3 months contract with possibility of extension (based on performance)
    Responsibilities

    Know, promote, implement and follow at all times the universal hygiene standards / precautions, bio-hazard prevention and infection control, security rules and other protocols and procedures in the medical premises and ensure high standards of hygiene of his/her working environment .
    Organize and carry out care and treatments according to medical prescriptions, as well as assist them during consultations/ daily rounds and other medical procedures.
    Ensure patients are properly received and installed in the health service. Ensures that patients with lack of autonomy are assisted, especially regarding their feeding, personal hygiene, movements and comfort.
    Respect medical secret and confidentiality.
    Carry-out admission, surveillance and follow-up of patients meaning assessment of their health state evolution, and identification of emergency situation or any deterioration,
    Participate in health education of the patient (and family) when necessary
    Supervise and train nurse-aids, nutritional assistants, cleaners and other related staff under his/her supervision in their work with special focus in following all appropriate protocols and procedures and ensuring team work.
    Participate in the department-related pharmacy and medical equipment control and maintenance (carrying out inventories, carrying out stock takes of medicines and material at every team changeover, ensuring no material is taken out of nursing area/wards without prior authorisation, checking its quality and its functioning, storage conditions, doing follow-up of expired drugs, etc.).
    Carry-out and supervise administrative procedures and documents (fill in patients files, forms, consumptions, statistics, etc.), ensure an appropriate written/oral handover, and report any problematic situations and cases that may arise. fill in all necessary registers and health files, participate in data collection and keep doctors/supervisors informed.
    For ER and OPD nurse, ensure triage of patients in waiting areas, wards or during emergencies, detecting the priority acute/emergency cases, carrying out first aid care when necessary and referring them to the doctor.
    If applicable, identify Sexually Gender Based Violence victims and refer them to the medical team, so they can receive the necessary treatment.
    Knows and is aware of the importance and appropriate use of the Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit
    Sends material to be sterilized and recuperates it from sterilization.
    Participate in the hospital platforms, departmental meetings, quality control activities like death audits, case reviews, prescription audits etc.
    Ensure the registration of day to day consumption according as per procedure in place including proper cold chain management and maintenance in the department.
    Emergency Preparedness (EPREP) team member: Assist in response to emergencies within the project or as required.
    Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

    Requirements

    Kenyan national
    Education: Essential recognized nurse degree/diploma Desired Bachelor in Science of Nursing
    Experience: Desirable 2 years of previous experience and previous experience in other NGO’s.
    Languages: English and Local language essential.
    Competencies: Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, service
    Due to the nature of the work, an ability to speak Somali could be a strong advantage

  • Finance Assistant

    Finance Assistant

    Reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager, the Finance Assistant will efficiently execute finance and accounting operations, supporting the other functions of operations – administration, logistics and human resources – in ensuring effective support to the Institute’s programmes. The role is expected to ensure the financial and legal integrity of the Institute within the framework of policies, procedures and statutory requirements. In addition, he/she will provide support to project teams on compliance to donor rules and regulations providing budgetary oversight on project activities. He/she is expected to maintain appropriate books of accounts, transaction activities and their relevant documentation.
    Responsibilities

    Finance and Accounts
    Operations

    Keep records and undertake data capture for income and expenditure
    Maintain individual GL accounts and ensuring authenticity of data
    Keep imprest and related expenditure vouchers and ensure approval as per authority and designated AFIDEP staff

    Management of payables

    Prepare payments and settlements ensuring they are supported by appropriate documentary evidence
    Maintain proper debtors and creditors statements and schedules
    Manage and maintain staff advances accounts and recoveries
    Maintenance of proper financial transaction documentations

    Budgetary and funds management

    Cash flow management and reconciliations
    Monitor bank accounts to ensure funds are available when needed and prepare monthly reconciliations
    Monitor expenditure by the approved budgets and budget lines
    Monitor and manage disbursement and receipts of funds
    Contribute to development of institutional and activity budgets

    Reporting

    Support production of monthly management accounts
    Support production of quarterly financial statements
    Produce ad hoc reports as requested
    Filing statutory returns and deductions
    Issue receipts for all income

    Human Resources Management

    Staff benefits management
    Payroll processing and settlement
    Maintenance of staff benefits accounts – pensions, education allowance, transport allowance, holiday allowances, e.t.c.
    Staff benefits accounts reconciliations
    Ensuring proper staff benefits documentation

    Administration

    Procurement systems support
    Receiving supplies and signing off delivery notes
    Stock reconciliation reviews
    Ensuring proper procurement documentation

    Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge

    At least a business degree from a recognised University
    Professional accounting qualification – CPA, ACCA, CIMA
    Proficient with automated financial management system. Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics Navision software will be an added advantage
    Proficient with MS office, especially advanced excel and able to deal with complicated worksheets
    High integrity and accountability
    Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent communications skills – written and spoken

    Experience

    Proven experience in performing operations of a busy finance department. Experience in international development organisation will be an added advantage
    A minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience in similar environment
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
    Proven experience in operating an automated financial management systems

    Additional information: This position will be for an initial period of 2 years, renewable depending on performance, needs of the Institute and availability of funding. A competitive remuneration package will be offered commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  • Innovation Analyst

    Innovation Analyst

    Job description
    The opportunity

    Innovation is the hallmark of Living Goods. We’re constantly testing new tools and techniques to improve community health. Our software engineers invent new apps. Community health teams identify new approaches. External partners help us create new tools.
    Having so many ideas being worked on simultaneously can be both exciting and daunting so we need someone to help us make sense of them all. That’s why we’ve created the new role of Innovation Analyst.
    Conduct rigorous analytics. You will help design experiments that touch on many different topic areas at Living Goods and that utilize sound design principles such as randomization, propensity score matching, and other research methods.
    Translate data. You will interpret and summarizing data from experiments translating complex information into easy to understand findings and lessons learned.
    Support the design of rigorous research experiments. You will support the design of rigorous research experiments: advising on experiment design decisions such as sample size and sampling method, selection of appropriate control groups, statistical power, and ensuring that experiments can meet stated objectives and answer target questions.
    Advise on data quality improvements. You will provide guidance and input to our monitoring and evaluation team to improve data collection methods, developing tools and resources that can identify data quality problems, and implementing best practices for data accuracy.
    Promote staff mentorship. You will lead trainings for team members on data analysis and data fluency, developing and revising training materials and resources, and providing targeted mentorship to key staff to build their data analysis and experiment design skills.

    Your Background

    Strong academic credentials. You have a University degree in Economics, Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics.
    Relevant work experience. You have 2-3 years’ work experiences in a demanding professional work environment, or successful entrepreneurial experience.
    Demonstrated statistical background. You have strong foundation in statistical analyses, with a preference for experience with designing and implementing randomized controlled trials and using data analytics. In addition, you are comfortable navigating large relational databases, retrieving and querying data (e.g. using MySQL or PostgreSQL).
    Comfortable with analysis software. You have experience using advanced Excel functions for data analysis. Experience with statistical software such as STATA, SPSS or R required. Proficiency with business intelligence tools (such as Tableau or Business Objects) a plus.
    Collaborative spirit. We want someone who actively listens and communicates. You connect easily with her/his team and gain their trust and respect. Who can work across departments — with executive team members, country representatives, and organizational peers.
    Solid work ethic. You’re at home in a fast-paced environment that requires excellent time-management and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively. In addition, you are comfortable in working independently, with reliable execution and strong communication skills.
    Team player. You play well with others enjoy seeing the impact of our work as a team.
    Multitasks. You’re able to juggle multiple tasks at once while ‘staying calm and carrying on.’ You think strategically, handle ambiguity and work well in a multicultural environment.

  • Medical Rep-Nairobi Medical Rep-Kisumu

    Medical Rep-Nairobi Medical Rep-Kisumu

    Reporting to: The Marketing Manager/Supervisor.
    Qualifications

    Recently graduated in BSC degree in a science subject such as Bio-Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology etc.
    Experience of 2-3 years in similar capacity. Familiar with Nairobi region.
    Looking to work as a Medical Rep for a well rounded Pharmaceutical Company.
    The Medical Rep will be allocated a particular area within which to market Company products to doctors and chemists, s/he will be visiting the doctors in both institutions and otherwise.
    Should have good technical knowledge and skills, be aggressive, charming, sharp and a good communicator.
    Should be punctual, honest, and able to meet targets set by the Company and be willing to grow with the Company.
    The Medical Rep will be giving adequate training on the products and how to communicate with the Doctors and Chemist.

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  • Enterprise Customer Support Principal IP Planning & Design Engineer Principle Officer – Enterprise Insights Workforce Planning Analyst Workforce Performance Analyst

    Enterprise Customer Support Principal IP Planning & Design Engineer Principle Officer – Enterprise Insights Workforce Planning Analyst Workforce Performance Analyst

    Organization Name: Enterprise Technical Support Services
    Department Description
    We are pleased to announce the following Vacancy in the Network & Service Operation Department within the Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Brief Description
    Reporting to the Enterprise Customer Support Manager – the holder of the position will provide technical support for Enterprise customers and ensure service requests from customers are fulfilled within defined SLA’s. The role holder will also ensure timely service delivery.
    Job Responsibilities

    Address and deliver requested services and assist with general information or customer complaints within defined timelines;
    Perform root cause analysis of reported service requests and incidents;
    Manage escalations from customers and ensure feedback is provided within defined timelines;
    Manage 3rd party vendor(s);
    Provide performance reports and identify gaps aimed at improving services;
    Customer SLA performance reporting;
    Document and review quarterly the processes, procedures and work instructions for Enterprise Service Requests;
    Provide evidence of skill/talent development;
    Maintain certification and accreditation to meet section requirements.

    Requirements

    Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical & Electronics Engineering;
    Cisco Certification: CCNA is a must;
    ITIL V3 Certification or equivalent is an added advantage;
    CCNP, CCIP, CCSP, MCSE, RHCA is an added advantage;
    2- 3 years experience in a technical support field in an ISP or Telecommunications Company;
    Experience in current LAN/WAN technologies and Wireless Platforms (3G, WiMax, Fibre, IP MPLS);
    Experience in TCP/IP, LAN, POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Windows Operating Systems, Linux, Unix, Ubuntu & Fedora;
    Experience in managing escalations using defined OLAs & SLAs;
    Experience in managing 3rd Party Vendors;
    Excellent People Skills;
    Problem Solving Skills

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  • Paid Social Account Manager

    Paid Social Account Manager

    Job description
    You will be responsible for the following:

    Create ads on different social media platforms
    Write copy writing
    Write creative briefs
    Create audiences
    Campaigns optimisation
    Client management
    Budgets and KPIs management
    Create, generate, update, analyse reports

    We are looking for a very special profile:

    Creative
    Proactive and autonomous
    2-3 years experience in paid social advertising at a large scale
    Knowledge of Google analytics
    Excellent writing skills
    Problem solver
    Proficiency using Microsoft office, google docs, and google analytics
    Hardworking

  • Digital Graphic Designer

    Digital Graphic Designer

    Job Description
    Role Overview
    Key Duties & Responsibilities
    Work closely with product teams to define and contribute to the design, creative direction and design of our digital products
    Design delightful illustrations and/or interactions to be used across different platforms (apps, websites, print)
    Create brand style and identity guidelines
    Provide feedback to product and development teams on design components
    Be an advocate for our brand throughout our organization
    Essential Competencies

    Excellent communication skills
    Accuracy and attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
    Contribute as a strong collaborator with product and project teams
    Artistic Skill
    Technical Skill
    Social Skill
    Work Ethic

    Education Requirements

    2-3 years of design experience.
    Preference will be given to candidates with a portfolio demonstrating their talent and skill as an illustrator/graphic artist
    Bachelor’s degree in design or related subject
    Strong layout and typographical skills
    Skilled with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects or other design tools
    Body of work demonstrating strong design process and visual design skills

    If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application by attaching your detailed Curriculum Vitae.

  • Capex Accountant -Factory Budgets Tax Assistant

    Capex Accountant -Factory Budgets Tax Assistant

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    To timely, accurately record and capitalize assets as they are placed in service, and record transfers and dispositions of assets in the fixed assets modules & communicate with departmental personnel involved in these processes from acquisition to disposal.
    Job Summary

    Create and monitor a system of controls (GFCF), policies and procedures for the recordation of fixed assets.
    Participate in month-end closing activities and working closely with the rest of the finance team.
    Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system and ensure such are tagged within policy period.
    Monitor and enforce compliance on capitalization policies and procedures
    Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts, and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed.
    Investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets
    Ensure monthly timely reports submitted via reporting tool or as required – Marlin tool
    Represent the company during any audits that involve fixed assets
    Track company expenditures for fixed assets in comparison to the capital budget and management authorizations.
    Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.

    Key Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance desired but not a must.
    Holder of Professional qualification vis CPA, C.I.M.A or any other from recognized body.
    At least 2-3 Years’ Experience in FMCG as Fixed Asset accountant or similar role desirable.
    Experience working with MRP and/or ERP systems (SAP)
    Progressive Financial Analysis experience preferred

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