Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 3 years

  • Pension Administrator Head of Retail Life Agency Sales

    Pension Administrator Head of Retail Life Agency Sales

    Role Purpose

    Assist in conserving existing business while providing superior pension administration service to retirement benefits business clients in full compliance with the laid down procedures and guidelines as set out in the operations manuals and retirement benefits regulations, while fostering business growth and delivering exceptional customer service.
    The position requires attention to details, data management skills, thorough understanding of pension laws and regulations and excellent customer service.

    Main Responsibilities
    Operational

    Manage the administration of retirement benefits plans for corporate clients.
    Business Growth: Conserving existing business and offering alternative pension products to existing clients e.g. annuity, cross sell and following up/providing leads for new business.
    Ensure accurate record-keeping of member data, contributions, and benefit calculations.
    Process retirement transactions, including enrollments, withdrawals, and beneficiary updates. The role holder will be processing & ensuring timely settlement of payments, issuance of member’s statements, preparing accounts and other benefits within the set service standards.
    Ensure accurate and up-to-date participant records for retirement benefits clients and handle all necessary documentation in full compliance with data protection laws.
    Provide exceptional and superior customer service to retirement benefits business clients by conducting regular visits and attending to their specific needs promptly.
    Ensure full compliance with existing legislation and guidelines for all retirement benefits schemes
    Assist clients with plan updates, changes, and participant communications.
    Educate clients on plan features, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
    Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
    Streamline administrative processes to minimize errors and maximize productivity.
    Work with internal teams to implement system enhancements and automation.
    Statistical Analysis & Returns: Preparing summary/ statistical reports of the Retirement Benefits schemes. Also preparing returns in respect of the Retirement Benefits schemes as assigned for submission within the timelines provided. Monitor key performance indicators and implement measures to achieve targets.
    Prepare relevant reports and provide timely and accurate information to clients.
    Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet reporting obligations.

    Corporate Governance

    Adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies, ensuring compliance in all aspects of insurance servicing.
    Implement and uphold robust data protection and privacy practices, safeguarding customer information and ensuring confidentiality.
    Participate in audits and internal control assessments, addressing any identified gaps or issues promptly.
    Compliance: Stay updated with insurance regulations and underwriting best practices to ensure compliance with industry standards
    Adherence to the laws and regulations of Kenya, the policies and regulations within the insurance industry and all internal company policies and procedures.
    Ensuring compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements and establishing mitigation measures against emerging business risks.

    Culture

    Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship while maintaining a conducive work environment.
    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive company culture.
    Individualized Development Planning: Create personalized development plans that align with your career aspirations and the organization’s objectives.

    Key Competencies

    Visionary Entrepreneurial Spirit
    Market Awareness
    Customer Focus
    Continuous Innovation
    Ownership & Commitment
    Team Spirit
    Excellent organizational and time management skills
    In depth knowledge of retirement benefits legislation and management
    Excellent communication and interpersonal & presentation skills

    Qualifications

    B.Sc. (Math/Stat/Actuarial), bachelor’s degree in a business or related field.
    IT proficient (especially excellent command in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
    Diploma in Insurance will be an added advantage

    Relevant Experience

    At least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role
    Knowledge of legislation governing Retirement Benefits and Insurance in Kenya will be an added advantage. 

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    If you are qualified and seeking an exciting new challenge,
    Please apply via Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by 17th December 2023.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    Recruitment@jubileekenya.com

  • Senior Officer – System Administrator Senior Corporate Finance Analyst

    Senior Officer – System Administrator Senior Corporate Finance Analyst

    Reports To:
    Key Responsibilities:
    As a senior officer – system administrator, you will be responsible for:

    Responsible for maintaining and administering the data center’s networks including but not limited to, the delivery of network planning, design, implementation, and optimization services.
    Perform regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
    Develop, implement, and monitor a strategic, comprehensive enterprise information security and IT risk management program.
    Responsible for maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization.
    Evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures, such as firewalls, password policies, and intrusion detection systems.
    Research network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry.
    Responsible for capacity, storage planning, and database performance.
    Designing computer security architecture and developing detailed cyber security designs.
    Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
    Deploy Operating System patches and upgrades regularly, upgrade administrative tools and utilities within the systems, and Configure / add new services as necessary to ensure effective service to end users.
    IT project management to ensure cost optimization and meet business needs.
    Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks in the data center.
    Writing comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes, and propositions for further system security enhancement.
    Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions to avert system compromise by ensuring that all systems within Genghis are Secure.
    Perform regular file archival and purge as necessary to ensure optimal storage space for end users for effective service delivery.
    Liaising with the third-party providers, providing services to the Genghis on schedules to undertake the works and supervise them during the implementation process to ensure that quality and timely service are provided.
    Configure, Install and support LANs, WANs, network segments, Internet, and intranet systems to ensure that network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput, goodput, and latency comply with service level agreements with the providers.
    Establish network specifications by conferring with users, analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements; designing router administration, including interface configuration and routing protocols.
    Collaborate with the development team to implement updates, upgrades, and patches to the Genghis website promptly to limit the loss of service.
    Providing day-to-day technical support to end users to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery to the Genghis.
    Provide feedback to enhance business processes and initiate process improvement to achieve operational excellence.
    Develop individual work plans, monitor own performance, and seek requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed targets.
    Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Genghis values and take ownership
    Identify learning interventions and drive self-development.
    Any other relevant duties.

    Key Performance Indicators :

    Contribution to the Development and implementation of IT policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure optimal system performance, data security, and compliance with industry regulations.
    Collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement new technologies, tools, and processes that support business objectives and enhance productivity.
    Providing training and documentation to end-users and IT staff on system and application usage, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
    Staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously improve IT operations and service delivery.

    Education & Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Business Information Technology or Telecommunication Engineering from a recognized university.
    2-3 years relevant experience
    Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)/ Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)/ Cisco Certified Network Associate(CCNA)/ Cisco Certified Network Professional/ (CCNP) Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) or Certified Unix Administrator and any additional relevant ICT certifications – added advantage

    Functional Competencies:

    Working knowledge of virtualization, VMware, or equivalent
    Strong knowledge of systems and networking software, hardware, and networking protocols
    Working knowledge and experience in switching and routing protocols.
    Working knowledge and experience in networks/systems monitoring tools and protocols
    Knowledge of professional standards

    Behavioural Competencies:

    High level of integrity and Interpersonal skills
    Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment
    High level of attention to detail
    Ability to work well with teams
    Ability to work with minimum supervision under strict deadlines

    Business Competencies:

    Financial analysis: Ability to understand financial statements, analyze financial data, and provide insights to inform business decisions.
    Risk management: Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks associated with IT systems, processes, and projects.
    Compliance: Understanding of laws, regulations, and industry standards that govern financial services, and ability to ensure compliance in IT systems and processes.
    Business analysis: Ability to understand business needs and requirements, and translate them into IT solutions that support business objectives.
    IT Service Centricity: Ability to identify customer needs, develop service standards, and deliver service excellence

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    If you Wish to apply for this position, pleased email your application with a detailed CV & Cover letter clearly demonstrating your suitability against the stated responsibiities, education/professional qualification & experience to careers@genghis-capital.com on or before Wednesday, 20th December, 2023

    Apply via :

    careers@genghis-capital.com

  • Sales Support Executive

    Sales Support Executive

    Brief Description        
    Reporting to Commercial Manager – Kenya, the idealcandidate will provide the KE Sales Team with administrative support so theymay maximize the value of external customer relationships.
    Detailed Description        

    Achieve budgeted revenue target including ancillary sales.
    Provide contract support and expertise to contracted agents to maximize revenue.
    Create and maintain customer and agent databases for the sales team to enable easy access to available data and customer and agent details.
    Issue, ticket and administer annual contracted, educational and KE Agents / Third party Rebates requests to build trade relationships.
    Process, Maintain and build KE commercial information on non-IATA agent sign up, COMM-flex andWaiver Management.
    Grow customer database and communicate with agents, corporates & direct customers to maximize business flows.
    Handle direct corporates drawdown accounts.
    Provide support to Key Account managers to enable them to focus externally.
    Coordinate Msafiri Connect top up, addressing errors and challenges customers experience on Msafiri connect portal.
    Support Kenya Airways at travel exhibitions, trade shows and events.
    Process KE BSP Refunds Requests.
    Assist in investigation, dispute management and collection of ADM / ACM queries.
    Enroll and support non-IATAs those buying direct and indirect.
    Provide Travel Trade support – Top accounts.
    Support Outdoor Team on the go to close urgent issues.
    Handle personalized bookings and reservations from Key customers as referenced by General Manager and other KQ leadership.
    Facilitate Trade trainings on KQ Ticketing Policies for example, ADM Policy.

    Job Requirements        

    ‘A’ level or equivalent.
    2-3 years’ commercial experience in air travel or related industry.
    CRS or airline equivalent with proficiency in MSWord / Excel / Outlook.
    Diploma in IATA Fares and Ticketing

    Additional Details        

    Stamina and a passion for customer service.
    Team player.
    Commercial acumen and able to act on own initiative when required.
    Ability to prioritize tasks and flexibility of role.
    Proactive and fair-minded nature to both customers and colleagues.
    Excellent communication skills.

    Apply via :

    i-pride.kenya-airways.com

  • Van Sales Representative Fairtrade Administrator

    Van Sales Representative Fairtrade Administrator

    Job Purpose
    As a Sales Representative, you will play a vital role in increasing our market presence and sales in general trade and last-mile channels. You will actively seek out potential clients, understand their needs, and provide them with solutions that meet their requirements.
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Identify and contact potential customers in general trade in your assigned territory
    Present and demonstrate the features and benefits of our products to customers and persuade them to buy.
    Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and potential clients to generate new business.
    Negotiate prices with customers and close sales deals.
    Provide excellent customer service and follow-up with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
    Monitor and report on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities.
    Coordinate with other sales team members, marketing staff, and logistics personnel to ensure smooth delivery and distribution of products.
    Attend sales meetings, training sessions, trade shows, and other events as required.
    Ensure collection of payments is done on delivery
    Actively list and monitor the movement of new products
    Increase market share and sales of products
    Meet sales targets constantly
    Compiling individual sales reports as per the company requirements.
    Ensuring In-depth product knowledge and current prices

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.
    2-3 years experience as a field sales representative or van sales representative in the FMCG industry in Nairobi (MUST)
    Valid BCE Driving license
    Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    Strong customer orientation and relationship-building skills.

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  • Pre Sales Executive

    Pre Sales Executive

    The Role
    You Will Be Responsible For

    Developing solutions and organizing, planning, creating & delivering compelling proof of concept demonstrations
    Ensuring solutions stated in the Statement of Work are best practice and in line with client requirements
    Managing the sales bid process by responding to RFI’s & RFP
    Working closely with Sales to ensure the successful closure of the sales process
    Liaising with Product Managers to provide feedback from clients about product requirements
    Keeping abreast of market trends and product & competitor landscapes

    Ideal Profile

    Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Sales.
    You have prior experience in presales for a period of 2-3 years
    You possess strong problem-solving and prioritization skills
    You have strong presentation skills
    You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and are adept at working with multiple stakeholders
    MUST be fluent in ENGLISH and FRENCH to effectively liaise with the Stakeholders of the region.

    Apply via :

    peoplelink.snaphunt.com

  • ERICC Finance Manager Program Development Advisor, East Africa (Business Development) Hygiene Promotion Assistant Finance Assistant Hygiene Promotion Officer

    ERICC Finance Manager Program Development Advisor, East Africa (Business Development) Hygiene Promotion Assistant Finance Assistant Hygiene Promotion Officer

    The Contracts Finance Manager will join the Airbel team to help us deliver high-quality financial and subcontract management across these complex awards. In this role you will work closely with project teams and partners to provide high-quality financial analysis, support budget realignments, forecasting and tracking, ensure timely and accurate reporting, maintain contract records, and coordinate with subcontractors for budget delivery and financial compliance with FCDO contract requirements.

    Key Responsibilities

    Reviewing subcontract partners’ monthly financial reports and supporting documents, ensuring they are complete, accurate and produced in a timely manner for consolidation and submission.
    Provide recommendations for payment, questioning and disallowing expense claims in line with FCDO cost eligibility guidelines.
    Ensuring financial reports are produced in compliance with FCDO and IRC exchange rate policies, including keeping track of expenditure in the various currencies.
    Share feedback on questioned costs with partners and follow up to ensure that recommendations are implemented. Maintain an action tracker for remediation of findings and questioned costs, and gaps and resources required to address these.
    Actively track expenditure versus project budget, prepare monthly Budget vs Actuals (BVA) reports highlighting variances and resource allocation needs to Project leads, and flagging any arising issues as relevant.
    Ensuring that partners keep supporting documents for all financial transactions and keep ledgers for Fixed Assets, Risk Register, Purchase Requisitions, Cash Receipts and Disbursements, and are following the agreed systems for Level of Effort reporting and procurements.
    Submitting payment requests to IRC Finance and processing fund transfers to partners. Maintain a register to show the advance funds to partners, the liquidation patterns, and the balances at any time.
    Work closely with Project Leads and IRC Country Program counterparts to ensure effective and timely budget monitoring, payments, booking of expenses and accurate financial reporting.
    Ensuring internal accounting documents are produced accurately and on a timely basis.

    Demonstrated Skills And Competencies

    Bachelor’s degree International Affairs, Public Administration, Economics, Business Studies, Accounting, Commerce, or equivalent professional experience.
    At least 2-3 years of related work experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization managing FCDO grants and contracts.
    Demonstrated experience leading complex grants and projects throughout implementation, including financial compliance and reporting processes.
    Excellent budget and financial management skills, including experience tracking expenses, developing spending plans and forecasts, and high proficiency in Excel.
    Experience working on FCDO grants or contracts preferred, with good working knowledge of FCDO Terms & Conditions.
    Experience working with subcontractors and partners, including partner financial monitoring and reporting.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment and work on a virtual team
    The ability to work independently and productively in a fast-paced environment – pro-activity and initiative to problem solve within the job parameters is critical; strong analytical problem-solving skills.
    Fluent in English.

    Working Environment

    Standard office working environment or remote work.
    Some international travel may be required for partner capacity support visits.

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  • Partnerships Associate

    Partnerships Associate

    Your mission at Sistema.bio

    Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you will be responsible for supporting the growth of partnerships portfolio in Kenya.

    You’ll be in charge of:

    Developing concept  notes and proposals for potential partners in Kenya to grow the portfolio. Coordinating and submitting tender and grant applications for the Kenyan market growth. 
    Liaising with the legal team to ensure the development of suitable legal documentation promptly.
    Coordinating orders of partnership sales in Kenya, preparing and providing quotes, and coordinating the delivery of our legal mandate with the respective departments.
    Monitoring the performance of the active partners in Kenya to help in partner evaluation.
    Creating, managing dashboards (Salesforce)  and providing partnership reports in a timely manner.
    Coordination with credit and finance department to ensure timely payments of partner invoices.
    Coordinating the partnership academy and be the lead person for partnership trainings in Kenya.
    Managing partnership relationships, monitoring partnership complaints and ensuring that they are resolved in a timely manner.
    Developing local partner project reports for timely submission to partners.
    Coordinating with commercial field teams for timely and quality farm data capture.

    More about YOU

    BSc. Business Administration, Economics, International Business Management, Agribusiness or related field, MSc. desired
    Demonstrated passion to empower smallholder farmers through climate smart technology.
    Leadership experience in a professional, educational or community setting (experience managing another employee, starting a new company or organization, leading a volunteer project, captain of sports team).
    2-3+ years of business research, business analysis, project management, or managing partner relations.
    Strong professional verbal, written, visual communication and presentation skills.
    Experience in analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategy and decision-making.
    Demonstrated ability to contribute to a strong team culture and build and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
    Must be comfortable self-managing multiple priorities and partners concurrently, thrive in the face of change and uncertainty, and be motivated to drive projects forward.
    Positive, encouraging, collaborative attitude.
    Ability to work with diverse teams.
    Excellent Customer relations.

    Apply via :

    sistemaaccount.bamboohr.com

  • Impact Analyst

    Impact Analyst

    The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with experience collecting, managing, and analyzing complex data sets to develop insights and measure both our social and environmental impact. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to support the Impact function in a fast-growing and far-reaching social enterprise. The ideal candidate will be highly analytical and have the ability to communicate complex analysis to a variety of audiences.

    Key Responsibilities

    Collect quantitative and qualitative impact and sustainability data from key geographies. Work closely across Sama teams, contractors, and partners to ensure accurate data reporting
    Implement and manage surveys and other data collection tools
    Organize data in accordance with global protocols and methodologies
    Analyze data using a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods
    Build data management systems or contribute to the development of enterprise data management systems
    Manage Sama’s impact monitoring and evaluation system. Streamline and improve data collection systems and manage survey and administrative data.
    Create reports, and dashboards, and visually represent data for internal and external audiences
    Collaborate with other teams to achieve impact goals and support monitoring and evaluation efforts
    Leverage insights to develop insights and surface implications.
    Manage Sama’s responsible supplier program, including oversight of supplier assessments.
    Conduct desk research to complement primary research efforts and expand Sama’s understanding of current literature related to areas of interest, including AI and the economy in key geographies, gender equality, and labour and wages
    Create content about Sama’s impact to share with internal and external audiences
    Stay up-to-date on ESG and leading disclosures, protocols, and measurement

    Minimum Qualifications

    Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, Economics, Public Policy or other related field
    Must have 3+ years of work experience collecting and using data to develop insights and drive decision-making
    Proven ability working with complex data sets, substantiated by concrete examples or metrics such as maintaining a consistent 99% accuracy rate in data entry with a high attention to detail.
    Must have experience using advanced Excel functions for data analysis
    Must have 2+ years designing and implementing quantitative and qualitative data collection instruments
    Ability to effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Must have excellent time management and the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
    Must have experience taking ownership of projects and leading them to successful completion
    Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to support ESG reporting
    Must have experience using survey tools (SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics, etc.)

    Preferred Qualifications

    Advanced Degree in International Development, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field
    Experience with statistical software such as STATA or SPSS
    Experience developing and managing monitoring and evaluation systems
    Experience working in ESG/ sustainability, including sustainability in supply chains
    Experience living and/or working in one of our key impact geographies
    Familiarity with and/or experience preparing and responses to ESG rating organizations (e.g., CDP, TCFD, UN Global Compact)
    Familiarity with carbon accounting and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol

    Apply via :

    boards.greenhouse.io

  • Fixed Income Analyst

    Fixed Income Analyst

    Job Summary
    The job holder will be responsible for continually and accurately generating research reports, investments analysis, and offering recommendations with regards to the Nabo Fixed Income and portfolios on Local currency government bonds, Eurobonds, and Private Debt opportunities to the investment management committee for the purpose of decision-making. The position is also responsible, from time to time, to perform other analytical work as may be assigned to.
    Principle Accountabilities:

    Conducting fundamental investment opportunity research and macro analysis in the Africa debt market space.
    Active investment idea generation, including performing country, sector, and company screening.
    Conducting periodic updates on investment and market performance.
    Conducting country, industry, and capital markets research so as to keep up with detailed knowledge about the African micro and macroeconomic environment and financial markets.
    Participating in the evaluation, formulation, and implementation of investment strategies.
    Financial modelling and data analysis.
    Preparing written reports and verbal presentations.
    Contributing in investment meetings and review sessions.
    Actively participate in value creation and portfolio operations.
    Performing other duties as assigned.

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, Actuarial Science, Economics or related (an aptitude for numbers is a must for candidates with a non-finance background).
    Enrolled in or pursuing a related professional course and/or exams (CFA, CAIA, CQF, CIFA) is an added advantage.
    Relevant 2-3 years’ work experience in an investment management environment.
    Good analytical and quantitative reasoning.
    Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
    Strong organizational and time management skills -ability to adhere to deadlines, multi-task and be able to prioritize.
    Entrepreneurial spirit with demonstrated creativity & innovation in business.
    Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, with exceptional skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
    A team player with strong interpersonal skills.
    Ability to learn quickly and manage workload, work effectively under pressure in a demanding environment.

    Apply via :

    lde.tbe.taleo.net