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  • Assistant Manager, Wood Preservation Plant & Sawmill Management Trainee, Forestry Division

    Assistant Manager, Wood Preservation Plant & Sawmill Management Trainee, Forestry Division

    Main tasks include:

    Overseeing the production process, drawing up a production schedule, monitoring routine activities of the wood processing plant as agreed with the Divisional Manager;
    Ensuring that the production is cost effective;
    Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality;
    Working out the human and material resources needed as agreed with the Divisional Manager;
    Drafting a timescale for the job with Divisional Manager;
    Estimating costs and maintaining the quality standards;
    Monitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as needed and agreed with the Divisional Manager;
    Assisting in maintenance of equipment and installations as agreed;
    Monitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programmes;
    Liaising with field and sales teams for effective flow of raw and finished material;
    Working with other managers to implement the company’s policies and goals;
    Ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed;
    Supervising and motivating a team of workers;
    Monitoring KPIs as required;
    Overseeing staff training programs in conjunction with the Divisional Manager.
    Assisting in preparation of wood preservation plant budget
    Assisting in planning and carrying out maintenance programs
    Implementing Financial measures

    Minimum Qualifications and Person Specifications

    Hold a relevant degree in wood science and technology with a minimum of Second Class Honours
    A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Forestry Management including 2 years relevant wood processing and sawmilling experience.
    2 years’ experience in budget preparation, monitoring and control of all the expenditure against the approved budget and basic understanding of the financial related documentation.
    Detailed knowledge of all relevant Forestry administrative procedures and reports
    Have good interpersonal, communication, problem solving   and analytical skills.
    Have a high level of integrity

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    If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, cover letter and relevant certificates and testimonials to the below address by 24/02/2023.General Manager Human ResourcesKakuzi PLCPO Box 24 –01000ThikaRecruitment@kakuzi.co.keOnly shortlisted candidates will be contactedWe are an equal opportunities employer

    Apply via :

    Recruitment@kakuzi.co.ke

  • Collections Officer

    Collections Officer

    Key Responsibilities 

    Perform various duties on assigned accounts such as recording, verification and validation of customer’s details.
    Advise customer on ways of clearing their debts while communicating with them on the importance of paying their debts and consequences of non-payment.
    Act as a mediator for disputes between customers and company.
    Locate and notify customers on defaulted accounts by e-mail or telephone in order to ask for payments
    Deliberate with customers by telephone to determine reasons for overdue payments and to review the credit terms for easier settlement of debts.
    Initiate the clearance process on cleared debts once you receive payment proof and have the same uploaded by the relevant department.
    Provide customers with their correct account details e.g., balances, account numbers etc.
    Maintaining data integrity and keep customer details confidential.
    Record information about the financial status of customers and status of collection efforts in the company’s system.
    Respond to all correspondences e.g., e-mail, telephone, social media.
    Organize, manage, and implement the most suitable debt recovery method and techniques. Negotiate credit extensions if and when required.
    Preparation of reports as required.
    Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

    Required Academic Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

    Certificate/Diploma in any relevant field Experience in customer negotiations
    Proven 2 years working experience in collections 
    Hands-on experience with lending procedures and products
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Customer satisfaction and relationship management skills
    Sales and negotiation skills
    Ability to work in a goal-oriented environment.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@amsol.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.co.ke

  • Finance and Budget Officer

    Finance and Budget Officer

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of financial principles and practices. Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and
    allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

    Education

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, or in a related area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, budget, business administration or related area, is required.
    Experience in applying private sector or public sector accounting standards such as International Financial Report Standard (IFRS) or International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS) is required.
    Working experience with Systems Application and Products (SAP) or another Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is required.

    Experience Preparing Financial Statements Is Required.

    Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Operations Assistant Area Sales Manager

    Operations Assistant Area Sales Manager

    Purpose of the Job

    Achieve monthly and annual sales and revenue targets in the assigned area
    Develop business and increase profitability of the company in defined geographic area by doing effective sales strategies and implementing sales tactics.

    Job Accountabilities/Key Responsibilities

    Meet monthly revenue, trading profit and budget targets.
    Meet monthly sales and revenue targets
    Manage the whole Kiambu region
    Ensure maximum exploitation of business opportunities in the assigned region
    Develop and update detailed Territory Sales Plan.
    Develop and qualify business opportunities across county.
    Network with key players in company’s target industry sectors.
    Educate the industry and decision-makers regarding the benefits of company products.
    Servicing of company’s potential customer base and maintaining good working relations at all levels within the target clients.
    Generate and receive enquiries, develop proposals, negotiate contracts and secure business.
    Ensure that the sales pipeline remains optimized for continuous business growth.
    Effective use of CRM system.
    Ensure customer satisfaction and maintain customer database.
    Ensure compliance to company procedures including EH&S Best Operating Policy.
    Submit weekly and monthly management reports, sales forecasts and competitive market reviews to Country Sales Manager
    Monitor competitors’ activities and submit competitor info on a regular basis including annual competitor review submission.
    To act at all times as ethical, moral and positive agent of the company.

    Person Specification/Job Requirements

    The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
    Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
    Oral and written English correspondence skills of a high standard
    Effective planning organizational and time management skills
    Analytical thinker and numerate
    Well versed and knowledgeable of the Allocated Area’s market
    Contractual and commercial experience is required
    Business development experience is required
    High level of commitment and loyalty
    Quality oriented with attention to details and capable of working to deadlines
    Capable of working on his/her own initiative

    Qualifications
    Education-

    Bachelor Degree in sales/marketing or any other related field of study

    Skills-

    Sales strategies Excellent Analytical skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, high sense of confidentiality and have ability to meet on the set deadlines.

    Experience-

    Minimum of 5 years working experience in similar position, 2 of which should be Senior Sales Position

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    If you meet the above qualifications, please send your resume to recruitment@homebiogas.com with the job title as the subject of your email before the 28th February 20

    Apply via :

    recruitment@homebiogas.com

  • Accountant-RRC Karen

    Accountant-RRC Karen

    The Accountant supports the Head of the center and the Operations Manager and coordinates the FC tasks at RRC. The purpose of the position is to enable transparency, accountability as well as the efficient and proper use of fund in the center. This position will provide services to RRC guest as well as consulting and monitoring the usage of funds in the Center.
    Key Result Performance Areas And Responsibilities

    Cost Accounting
    Ensure competitive charge rates for services offered are computed which support a self-sustainability strategy
    Ensure dispensing of consumables is strictly followed in all the departments to keep to set costs per unit
    Ensure procurement is done in line with established cost controls
    Advise management on various strategies to keep costs at manageable levels
    Provide cost forecasts for various events
    Financial Accounting
    Facilitate operational business continuity by ensuring all day to day operations are addressed with the shorted turnaround time
    Provide technical support to the Head of Resource Centre in all matters relating to Finances
    Prepare financial forecasts and budgets for the Organisation
    Review existing internal controls and financial processes and provide alternatives where gaps are identified in line with existing operational guidelines, GSC policies as well as international accounting standards
    Ensure compliance with internal control framework (Manuals, guidelines) and local rules and procedures.
    Monitoring all procurement activities related to purchases of goods, transport, contracted works and services for RRC Karen In a bid to ensure compliance and identify gaps that exist in the procurement and propose solutions
    Process payments promptly for all suppliers/service providers
    Keep records for all vendors and creditors and ensure the same is captured correctly in the provided accounting software
    Receive cash from guests and ensure the same is receipted and banked as per set guidelines
    Prepare invoices for guests personal expenses
    Prepare consolidated invoices for corporate customers
    Support in improvement of the existing invoicing system as well as debt collection strategy.
    Ensure proper filing of accounting documents is implemented
    Ensure timely completeness of data and submission of reports
    Ensure the Training center has a sound liquidity plan
    Ensure collection of taxes from clients and timely payment to statutory bodies.
    Perform other related tasks as required.
    Treasury & Risk Management
    Ensure that the Centre bank accounts are funded at all times
    Ensure project funds are segregated and tracked appropriately
    Identify secure and cost effective ways of collecting payments from customers and minimize cash collection
    Support in risk assessments and implementation of mitigation measures
    Execute forex transactions for the office
    Act as an agent for the center bank accounts
    Administrative tasks
    Review existing stock control system and improve the same
    Keep secured all accounting documents

    Must have Criteria

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent with a combination of Professional qualification
    2-5 years of accounting/finance experience preferably in cost accounting.
    Demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills and knowledge of Excel, as well as other Microsoft Office applications
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    Experience with Navision accounting software
    Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization
    Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation
    Highly detail-oriented
    Excellent command of written and spoken English. French is a plus.

    Apply via :

    careers-sos-kd.icims.com

  • Social Work Assistant

    Social Work Assistant

    The Social Work Assistant reports to the Tushinde Children’s Trust Social Work Manager and ultimately to the Executive Director. He/She provides social work support to the team as needed. 
    Key activities: 

    To identify and locate children who are beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust, together with their supervisors complete a detailed case assessment. 
    To establish relations with the child’s parent or guardian, the school the child attends and other key players in the child’s livelihood. 
    To act as the liaison between the child, parent or guardian, the schools and Tushinde Children’s Trust. 
    To follow up the attendance of children in the school, their performance in class and their general health and wellbeing. 
    To follow up the children in regards to their development and health. 
    To make appropriate referrals for the caregivers and the children to access needed services such as health and child protection services. 
    To implement an effective individual case management system for the beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust. 
    To provide awareness raising activities and training to beneficiaries on needs basis; i.e life skills training. 
    To ensure to his or her best knowledge that the rights of the child are not compromised and that the child is protected from potentially abusive situations.
    Take lead on the daycare programme, by assessing and monitoring children’s development, identifying children at risk and linking them to quality health facilities; regular follow up of children who show no signs of growth improvement and train day care staff on good practices regarding child care and Development. 
    Engage our beneficiaries on the Tushinde programme Journey. 
    To provide management with a story and photographs of the achievements and challenges affecting Tushinde at least monthly. 

    Qualifications for Social Work Assistant. 

    Bachelor’s degree/diploma in social work and community Development , or a related field. 3-5 years of work experience as a social worker/assistant. 
    Must have exceptional attention to detail. 
    Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize. Must be a self-starter and driven. 
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
    Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities. 
    Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google product. 
    Must have a passion to work with vulnerable children and adults. 
    Must be able to work in a challenging environment. 
    Must be conversant with child protection policy. 
    Related Short courses will be an added advantage. 
    Must have a certificate of good conduct. 

    Salary Range: 25,652- 30,552 KES per month (gross); comprehensive individual health cover provided as a benefit.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk

  • LOC Quality Executive

    LOC Quality Executive

    Key Responsibilities
    Quality Strategy

    Maintain a high level of QMS knowledge and awareness of changes within the consumer healthcare environment to seek opportunities and manage potential business adversity.
    Gain an understanding of the Supply Chain and Commercial LOC Business and Quality Plans at a high level as they potentially link to day to day and quality improvement activities.

    Quality Systems

    Supporting the LOC Quality Manager to ensure a robust, sustainable, and effective QMS through monitoring and reviewing the compliance status within the LOC element of the Quality Supply Chain at Haleon Sub Sahara Africa LOC.
    Support the implementation and maintenance of effective QMS to ensure that local operations are in full compliance with Haleon standards and policies, GMP, GDP and regulatory requirements by supporting the LOC Quality Manager as directed to:

    Ensure that all SOPs are in place, updated & training has been conducted across the business.
    Promote QMS management principles and seek continuous improvement of the processes
    Manage QMS Management Review meetings according to local SOPs
    Implement and Manage LOC Quality objectives & KPIs
    Support the LOC Quality Manager to ensure that all internal procedures and systems in use in consumer Healthcare are compliant to Haleon QMS and local regulatory requirements, including (but not limited to)

    LOC Quality Council – support the LOC Quality Manager in organizing and managing Quality Council meetings.
    Change Control – perform day to day work to support the local change control process with the aim of ensuring all planned major changes (including as appropriate new pack introduction, product discontinuation, major pack changes, re-packing activities) are effectively and compliantly managed.
    Risk Management – perform activities to support the risk management process to ensure effective management, timely reporting, review, and escalation of quality risks.
    Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) – Implement global or local process to effectively manage corrective and preventative action plans.
    Auditing – perform day to day work to support the local process that is in place for management monitoring and internal business monitoring audits thus ensuring that the LOC is audit ready.
    Complaints – perform day to day work to support an effective complaints management process ensuring
    the assessment of potential issues are determined as quickly as possible and linked to the adverse event reporting process and local product incident process if/as appropriate.
    report and follow up on product complaints with manufacturing sites, customers, and commercial teams.
    Incident management – Support the LOC Quality Manager to ensure that an effective product incident process is in place to escalate and manage any product quality related issues.
    Product supply – performs day to day work to support systems that have an impact on the quality of imported products in line with the QMS and local Regulatory requirements.

    Artwork management – perform day to day work in line with the roles and responsibilities for quality as defined in the local artwork procedures.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in a Science or related discipline, Master’s degree is a plus
    2-5 years working in a pharmaceutical industry with preferable operational experience in Quality Assurance Roles within a manufacturing site including auditing.
    Knowledge in Quality Assurance Systems and cGMP & GDP (QMS 9001:2015)
    Understanding of working in a highly regulated environment
    Quality experience within the pharmaceutical, consumer or FMCG industry and application of Quality Management Systems
    Excellent oral and written communication skills
    Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
    Analytical mind, good attention to detail and problem-solving skills within a structured process
    Demonstrated sound decision-making process; based on facts & data, and application of Risk Management principles.
    Works with a spirit of continuous improvement and innovation, creatively open to new ideas and methods
    Flexible thinking – able to challenge and see views from different perspectives
    Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
    Ability to work and collaborate in cross-functional teams.

    Apply via :

    gsknch.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Sales Executive

    Sales Executive

    Responsibilities

    Meet and exceed sales targets
    Successfully create business from new and existing customer accounts
    Manage complex negotiations with senior-level executives
    Build rapport and establish long term relationships with customers

    Qualifications

    2-5 years’ quota carrying sales experience
    Experience and working knowledge of CRM systems
    Demonstrable track record of over-achieving quota
    Strong written and verbal communication skills

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  • Sales Associate

    Sales Associate

    Job Summary:              
    To develop and convert sales opportunities for computer hardware.
    Responsibilities:

    Initiate contact with prospective clients through cold calling, email marketing and referrals.
    Present, promote and sell ICT equipment by building relationship with clients.  
    Serve as a point of contact between the business and its prospects.  
    Maintain positive business relationships to ensure future sales.

    Requirements:

    Diploma or Bachelors in Sales & Marketing
    Must have experience in Sales

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: sales@siematech.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    sales@siematech.co.ke