Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 5 years

  • Delivery Assistant / Delivery Driver Operations Management Internships Sourcing Project Manager

    Delivery Assistant / Delivery Driver Operations Management Internships Sourcing Project Manager

    Are you a skilled driver with an interest in sales?
     
    Do you take pride in maintaining the good condition of your vehicle and equipment?
     
    Are you excited about making high quality produce easily accessible to vendors at a more reasonable cost?
     
    Twiga Foods wants YOU.

    Twiga is looking to hire Delivery Assistant(s) to support the growing demand of reaching more vendors and retail outlets within its distributor network
    The role will take full ownership for maintaining the delivery vehicle and supporting the Sales Representatives (SR) in their work.
    This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Assistant to develop their sales ability while learning on the job.
    The role offers candidates with a career path to grow into a Sales Representative.

    Detailed Responsibilities:

    Team Support

    Drive the delivery vehicle to client drop offs, alongside the Sales Representative.
    Assist in loading and offloading the delivery vehicle at the depot and at the customer locations.
    Assist in capturing accurate information in the Data Management System (DMS)

    Asset Management

    Drive with caution and being careful not to cause unnecessary mechanical damage to delivery vehicles.
    Carry out daily routine checks on delivery vehicles – Engine oil, Coolant, Tyre pressure, Lights and Indicators
    Take pride in keeping the vehicle clean and attend all scheduled vehicle inspections or health checks.
    Manage the vehicle’s fuel card. Routinely report on fuel use and mileage to supervisors.
    Manage any other assets (Weighing scales, phones) that you might come into contact with during the course of duty

    Internal Communication

    Engage with the Sales Representatives on most efficient routes for daily deliveries.
    Report any minor vehicle issues to the supervisory team for immediate corrective action.
    Grow sales skills by engaging with and learning from Sales Representatives with an aim to grow into the role over time.

    Does this sound like you?

    Hold a valid driver’s license, preferably class BCE & motorcycle
    2 – 5 years’ experience driving different classes of vehicle, such as vans, tuk-tuks, canters
    Have a Diploma in sales or other area of study – experience in sales a plus!
    High standard of personal integrity
    Able to do basic book-keeping and vehicle records management
    Have a certificate of good conduct
    Able to work long hours
    Experience delivering perishable FMCG goods within Nairobi a plus!

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  • Kitchen Assistant Security Officer Cook Secretary Accounts Clerk Driver

    Kitchen Assistant Security Officer Cook Secretary Accounts Clerk Driver

    Requirements

    KCSE D+ and above.
    Certificate in Food and Beverages from a reputable institution.
    2 years experience in an educational institution.
    Applicants with 5 years experience in an educational institution who may not possess the basic training (certificate) will be considered.

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  • Post-Doctoral Fellow-Diagnostic Assays Research Quality Support Specialist

    Post-Doctoral Fellow-Diagnostic Assays Research Quality Support Specialist

    Job description
    Responsibilities

    To source or develop and establish at ILRI the most appropriate assays for screening of human and animal samples for the targeted zoonotic diseases.
    To supervise the performance of the assays and interpret the results
    To transfer the assays to suitable high-throughput and penside formats, and validate the performance of the new assays
    Contribute to resource mobilization and capacity building
    Interact with other members of the group
    Publish results as peer-reviewed articles

    Requirements

    PhD in Medical, Veterinary or Biological Sciences
    Requisite and relevant publication record
    2 to 5 years’ experience in relevant techniques in the development and performance of serological and nucleic acid–based diagnostic assays

    Post location: The research work will be undertaken in ILRI’s main laboratories in Nairobi and in the field laboratory in Busia, Kenya.
    Position level: Post-doctoral level.
    Duration: 3 years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.
    Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical insurance, life insurance and allowances for: education, housing, home leave, and annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + public holidays.

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  • Credit Administrator

    Credit Administrator

    G4S in Africa:
    G4S is the largest private sector employer and largest security company in Africa, with operations in more than 30 African countries and more than 122 000 employees on the continent. In Kenya, G4S employs more than 14,000 people and we have a presence in all major urban centres within the country.
    Job Responsibilities 
    Bank Statements Review

    Perform review of daily bank statements to identify payments that relates to account receivables and present to Supervisor in prescribed format for Remittance advises follow up.

    Receipt Administration

    Allocate all account receivable receipts as per customer remittance advises verified by the Credit Administration Manager.
    Escalate summary of pending allocations to Credit Administration Manager for Remittance Advises follow up on a daily basis.
    Ensure that pending receipts are allocated within 48hrs from the time of receipts.
    Ensure that all notifications for cheque collections are effected within 48hrs.

    Reconciliation and Reporting

    Perform receipts reconciliation between credit control collections sheets and ERP collections report on a daily basis.
    Carry out periodic reconciliation between GL & AR.
    Prepare daily allocations report and obtain approval of the same from Credit Administrations Manager.
    Carry out monthly reconciliations at month closure date and present approved report within five days from the end month date

    Direct Debits Receipts Administration

    Run periodic ( weekly) direct debit report and ensure that funds are allocated as per bank generated direct debit report.
    Monitor direct debit accounts arrears and ensure that such accounts are suspended at 60 days.
    Book at least 5 additional direct debits accounts per month.
    Follow up on unpaid direct debits and ensure that appropriate actions as per credit process are taken to recover.

    Customer Service & General Administration

    Collate customer queries and assign appropriate staff within the department for quick resolution.
    Provide feedback to both internal and external customers on queries raised within 24hrs.
    Maintain tracker for customer queries and escalate overdue cases to departmental head to facilitate closure.
    Track in and outflow of documents within and outside the department.
    Maintain special filling system for key customers documents as well as other departmental administrative documents.
    Monitor inter-departmental/units SLAs and ensure that optimum standard is maintained.

    Qualifications 

    Tertiary education in Business Management or Numerical Field. Degree are advantageous
    Kenya market
    Kenya legislation
    Two to five years in Data and contract management related assignment
    Enter the number of years in the required specialism

  • Deputy Head Teacher Gujarati / Hindi Teacher

    Deputy Head Teacher Gujarati / Hindi Teacher

    Job Description
    Reference Number: JH-10-17
    Category: Academics and Administration
    The Academy is seeking a dynamic and ambitious individual, for the position of the Deputy Head of the Campus, to join our highly effective Senior Management Team.
    Job Purpose:
    To assist the Head teacher in ensuring that the school is managed in line with the Academy’s social responsibility ideals, while maintaining high standards of academic output. The Deputy Head teacher will be responsible for curriculum and academic matter and will play a key role in the leadership of teaching and learning across the whole organization.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Create, implement and oversee curriculum delivery strategies that will promote the institution as a center of academic excellence. With guidance from the Head teacher, ensure that the physical facilities are in good working condition at all times.
    Appraise teachers in line with the organization’s HR policy.
    Organize and manage the CPD for and of the staff.

    Qualification:

    The successful candidate will be an individual with a keen intellect who can assist the Head of School in providing leadership to create, nurture and sustain a climate of academic, athletic and co/extra-curricular excellence.
    At least five years’ of teaching experience, with demonstrable achievements.
    At least two years of experience in a leadership position is preferable.
    A Bachelor’s Degree from a reputable, accredited university.
    A Master’s Degree in an education related course will be an added advantage.
    Excellent team-building skills, with proven experience in leading, motivating and empowering people.
    A proven track record in the effective and efficient management of curriculum and human resources in a school setting.
    Excellent PR and communication skills.

    The successful candidate will be an individual with a keen intellect who can assist the Head of school in providing leadership to create, nurture and sustain a climate of academic and extra-curricular excellence.

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  • Senior Research Analyst – Telecoms – East Africa

    Senior Research Analyst – Telecoms – East Africa

    Overview
    IDC is constantly expanding its global business in the Middle East & Africa region due to which we are looking for a business professional to join our team in East Africa as a Senior Research Analyst in the Telecoms Group. The position will report to the Research Director of Telecoms & IoT for Africa. Responsibilities

    Conducting primary and secondary market research and analyzing business and market trends for East Africa and other regions in Africa
    Support consulting projects as assigned in East Africa and other regions in Africa
    Working with quantitative market sizing and forecasting analytical tools
    Preparing thorough and well-researched reports
    Play a role in growing the business in the region by building and maintaining industry relations.

    Qualifications
    Requirements:

    University degree from a well-recognized university
    Relevant total work experience of at least 5 years out of which a minimum 2 years shall be dedicated to working within The Telecoms Industry
    Familiar with market research methodologies both qualitative and quantitative
    Excellent written and spoken English
    Demonstrable Industry Specific Knowledge of the Telecoms Industry and specifically East Africa
    Have a good understanding of mobile money ecosystems
    Demonstrate knowledge of other emerging digital services such as Internet of Things (IoT). etc
    Research and Consulting experience will be an advantage.

    A candidate has to be able to demonstrate:

    A good understanding of the Telecoms Industry
    Good understanding of mobile money ecosystem
    Excellent writing and presentation skills and confidence in client engagement models
    Attention to detail and ability to analyze different data sources and spot trends
    An aptitude for business analysis, quantitative analysis and strategic insights
    Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
    Ability to work under pressure on multiple engagements, prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
    Good client liaison skills and ability to form, and maintain relationships within industry.

  • Strategy Associate IT Specialist

    Strategy Associate IT Specialist

    Job Description
    As a member of the team, you will be responsible for leading strategic initiatives required to enable Our Client’s ambitious growth plans in current and future markets.
    With support from, and reporting to Strategy Lead, you will be in charge of major transverse business work streams, leading problem solving, analytics, and cross-functional coordination to build actionable recommendations for Our Client’s leadership.
    Job Responsibilities

    Identify and evaluate growth opportunities. Develop insightful recommendations on strategic direction and specific project opportunities that can materially impact Our Client’s growth in current markets and beyond.
    Perform analysis and research, of technical and business issues associated with potential product ideas or strategic investments.
    Drive entire process for resolution of strategic and operational issues, from problem structuring to analysis, synthesis of findings/recommendations, and implementation.
    Lead cross-functional teams on key business initiatives, including annual strategic planning, product roadmap definition, pricing refresh, and go/no-go decisions on strategic investments.

    Qualifications

    BA/BS in a Technical Field, e.g. Computer Science (In lieu of Degree, 4 years relevant work experience).
    5 years’ experience in wireless or wireline communication, either as a vendor, operator or consultant.
    MBA or Master’s Degree in a Management, Technical, or Engineering field.
    At least 2 years at a major management consulting, private equity, or investment banking firm.
    Prior experience in telecom industry, merger and acquisitions, or due diligence work. Strong problem-solving and problem structuring skills.
    Strong data analysis and modeling skills.
    Ability to create clear and concise presentations for different types of audiences, from front-line engineering staff to C-suite stakeholders (both internal and external).
    Ability to operate with minimum supervision, in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
    Experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives.
    Proven track record of entrepreneurial activity in creating and scaling projects.

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  • Assistant Manager – Process Engineer Executive Recruitment – Commissioner of Customs and Border Control

    Assistant Manager – Process Engineer Executive Recruitment – Commissioner of Customs and Border Control

    o support KRA Business Process Management/Re-Engineering (BPM/R) initiatives for assigned process portfolio(s) to drive a process excellence culture that meets the organization’s strategic goals and objectives
    Responsibilities

    Core and Support Processes Design/Redesign for assigned process portfolio.
    Scope and facilitate process engineering projects/initiatives for assigned processes portfolio in conjunction with relevant stakeholders
    Lead cross functional process re-engineering work, liaising with stakeholders to understand process needs and use process improvement techniques to deliver efficiencies
    Provide process re-engineering subject matter expertise to process engineering teams
    Conduct detail process analysis including bottleneck analysis, time trap analysis, process cycle efficiency, lead times and statistical process control
    Document processes including mapping (current and future state), physical layouts and time standards
    Extract and document processes critical business requirements and develop, input to and update initiatives business case where applicable
    Develop detailed project/initiative plan/roadmap; co-ordinate stakeholders approval and sign-off; drive delivery against scope, timelines and budget; report deviations to management and update implementation plans as needed
    Input into detailed functional and technical specifications for required systems changes to optimize process efficiency through system integrations/interactions working in liaison with Business Enterprise Architecture and Projects Management Office
    Standardizing Operations Business Processes
    Liaise with business owner/representatives to understand and document processes to ensure consistency across the authority
    Undertake research on best practice as part of benchmarking
    Identify and document instances where existing processes may be streamlined or improved to achieve process standardization
    Analyze key processes and any existing gaps between what is documented and on-the ground reality.
    Communicate to management on root cause issues causing a conflict with the intended process execution and recommended solutions
    Incorporate process metrics on all process engineering initiatives and communicate to process stakeholders appropriately
    Monitor and train internal users on newly implemented business processes to heighten awareness of process.
    Operationalising Organization’s Business Process Management (BPM) Framework
    Provide input on improvements to the Process Engineering Methodology and Corporate BPM/R Framework
    Support adoption and execution of the defined Business Process Re-engineering/Change framework within the authority
    Support facilitation of Business Process Management Change activities to drive framework adoption
    Provide regular progress reports to management
    Support Organization BPM Capacity Development
    Support delivery of continuous organizational process re-engineering/change strategy across business units
    Coach; mentor and guide cross functional process engineering teams on techniques and approach in the investigation of process requirements, problems; opportunities and project management/execution.
    Support development of organizational awareness on process engineering and analysis and be a role model for a process excellence and continuous improvement.
    Support provision of training BPM/R framework, tools and methodology and standards to relevant staff where applicable
    Stakeholder and Quality Management
    Proactively engage with stakeholders to address needs and issues
    Ensure high level of customer service across all interactions and deliverables
    Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations
    Facilitate stakeholders meetings and workshops
    Ensure quality standards are maintained in all process engineering Initiatives
    Liaise with appropriate structures with regards to current standards and guidelines
    Participate in post-implementation quality audits
    Participate in planning and scheduling of business process audits
    Assist with conducting of business process audits including opening and closing meetings, process audit follow-up, recommendation of corrective actions and preparation of business process audit report
    Administrative
    Hands-on monitoring of team members’ and working alongside others
    Manage delegation and completion of tasks to ensure timely delivery
    Guide, motivates and encourage team members
    Manage HR requirements (discipline, recognition, admin etc.)
    Mentoring, training and skills development of pool of resources
    Any additional duties as assigned

    Job Requirements

    University Degree
    Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or other recognized Business Process Re-Engineering/Improvement Methodologies
    Project Management Certification and experience
    A Master’s Degree
    Minimum 5 years working experience of which 2 years should be in Project or Quality management role.
    Working Knowledge of Business Process approach/improvement methodologies and techniques (Lean;Six Sigma; TOC etc. identify innovation and continuous improvement ideas,)
    Good working knowledge of process documentation tools – (Visio; BPMN or other recognized process mapping tools)
    Practical experience in relevant MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project,)
    Experience in leading people in diverse roles
    A good understanding of technology.
    Knowledge/Certification in ISO 9001:2015 an added advantage

    Skills required:

    Excellent business analytical skills
    Excellent business awareness
    Strong Organizational and planning skills
    Strong Trouble shooting skills
    Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
    Highly innovative and creative
    Strong logical and strategic thinker
    Lateral Thinker and Team Player
    Proactive and Solutions Oriented
    Quality Orientation
    Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills
    Effective Process Engineering Technical skills

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  • Chief Accountant – FMCG Construction Surveyor – Mwea Construction Laboratory Manager – Concrete Testing Sales Representative – Key Accounts Communication and Marketing Officer

    Chief Accountant – FMCG Construction Surveyor – Mwea Construction Laboratory Manager – Concrete Testing Sales Representative – Key Accounts Communication and Marketing Officer

    Our client is an FMCG company looking to hire a Senior Accountant to be based in Mt. Kenya region. He will be responsible for financial management and accountability of the company. He will also oversee the finance department and report directly to the Directors.
    Responsibilities 

    Prepare monthly management accounts and projections and other relevant reports, in consultation with the Group Finance Manager and other departments, for presentation to the Board of Directors.
    Prepare the year-end financial accounts for audit and to liaise with the Group Finance manager and Auditors prior to sign-off.
    Manage the Company’s working capital and other operations, including management and statutory accounts together with long term financial projections and to ensure that the most efficient and effective financial control systems and reporting mechanisms are in place.
    Ensure the overall smooth running of the Company’s internal administration and its cost-effectivenesss
    Manage personnel procedures in relation to recruitment, training, holidays and appraisals, ensuring these are properly documented, and advise on relevant policies.
    Ensure effective policies and procedures implementation within the organization.
    Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information.
    Secures financial information by completing data base backups
    Maintains financial security by adhering to internal controls, and protecting the organization value by keeping information confidential.
    Meeting financial standards by providing accounting department annual budget information; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances and implementing corrective actions
    Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business Administration or related field.
    Must be a CPA (K) or ACCA
    5 years’ experience in accounting, finance and administration from a reputable organization
    At least 2 years’ experience at management level in FMCG industry
    MUST possess strong leadership skills.
    Excellent communication and problem solving skills
    Excellent negotiation and presentation skills
    Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision
    Strong Analytical skills
    Team player

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  • Graduate Medical Education Coordinator

    Graduate Medical Education Coordinator

    Job Description

    Purpose of the Position: Reporting to the GME Director, the main purpose of this position is to glorify God by contributing to the efficient and effective running of the residency and other hospital based training programs through supporting the surgeons, preparing a range of documents, and general administration.
    Minimum Acceptable Qualifications and Experience:

    A Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in a relevant discipline
    A minimum of five (5) years’ experience two (2) of which should be in a coordinator position.
    Ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate assigned goals
    Should have strong analytical skills and be result oriented
    Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice
    Must be capable of functioning effectively both as a team player and a team leader
    Must have excellent management skills
    Must have ability to accurately plan work assignments, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
    Should have problem solving and decision making abilities
    Should be an effective communicator with the ability to handle both internal and external communication
    Should have effective people management and conflict resolution skills
    Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages

    Skills and Personal Qualities:

    Must be a born again Christian with a lifestyle of service and discipleship.
    Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
    Ability to translate and communicate biblical values / hospital ethics in personal life and professional life
    Has a self driven personality, polite and high integrity level.