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Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    REPORTS TO: MANAGING DIRECTOR

    RESPONSIBLE FOR: Keeping books of accounts

    LOCATION OF ROLE: Sandalwood hotels & Resorts HQ

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    One with an excellent level of hotel processes with a formidable knowledge of point on sales system integration with accounting software system.

    Able to pull reports and meet deadline with financial reports including profit and loss, management accounts and balance sheet.

    Must be able to interpret and advise the management on the financial position of the Company quarterly with accurately generated accounting reports.

    Must also be able to file all statutory returns within recommended timelines. Persons with over three years of similar work experienced are encouraged to apply.

    Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with CPA or ACCA
    3-5 years’ experience in accounting/finance
    Should have an audit background
    Experience working for a hospitality set up is an added advantage
    Experience with financial reporting requirements
    Solid Accounting Knowledge.
    Solid Knowledge in Taxation and legal framework.

    Responsibilities

    Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
    Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements like meeting deadline dates in filing returns
    Analyze business costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
    Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
    Establish tables of accounts, and assign entries to proper accounts and control systems
    Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
    Develop, implement, modify, and document record keeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology
    Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
    Document financial transactions by entering account information.
    Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
    Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
    Prepare payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
    Maintain customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
    Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
    Compute payroll in conformity to the company rule and government regulation
    Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
    Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts
    Any other duty assigned to you by the management falling within your scope of profession and finance department

    Applications to be addressed to hr@sandalwood.co.ke on or before 5th December 2020. 

    Apply via :

    hr@sandalwood.co.ke

  • Business Development Supervisor Credit Officers Credit and Risk Manager Marketing Manager Regional Manager (3 Posts) Personal Assistant

    Business Development Supervisor Credit Officers Credit and Risk Manager Marketing Manager Regional Manager (3 Posts) Personal Assistant

    Reporting to the CEO, the Business development manager will be tasked with the expansion of the company into new markets and segments. You will conduct market research to identify growth opportunities for the company based on planned and existing competencies.

    Education and Experience

    Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, or economics
    3-5 years in a similar role in Financial Services industry a MUST
    Good networking skills across the entire industry landscape
    Above average IT skills

    Desired Skills Set

    Business Analysis
    Product Development
    Marketing Management
    Project Management
    Financial and Technology Awareness

    If you like new challenges, then this is for you.

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    Send you application and CV (in pdf) to recruitment@bidiicreditkenya.co.ke  or fill in the form below clearly stating the position you are applying for by latest 27th November 2020

    Apply via :

    recruitment@bidiicreditkenya.co.ke

  • Customer Experience Associate

    Customer Experience Associate

    Job Purpose and Key responsibilities

    Job purpose

    The role holder will be responsible for answering calls and emails in a professional and informative manner and account for the interactions in the CRM system.Provide timely and appropriate responses to clients and/or assign tickets to the right person or department.

    The role will report to the Team Leader Medical -Customer Experience Center.

    Key responsilibities 

    Provide timely and appropriate responses to clients and/or assign tickets to the right person or department.Interact with clients, intermediaries  and service providers to ensure that the care is given within policy guidelines;
    Set the appropriate parameters for admission cases i.e. claim reserve, initial authorized cost, cover benefits  and duration;Respond to queries from clients, intermediaries and service providers through answering telephone calls, interviewing clients and verifying information in liason with underwriters on scope of cover for the various schemes benefits ;
    Ensure that medical scheme members are attended to round the clock;
    Prepare periodic care reports for management on medical matters/ issues;
    Maintain and improves quality results by adhering to standards and guidelines; recommending improved procedures with a QA score target 95%;
    Ensure clients outpatient approvals are issued via email as per SLA;
    Facilitate admissions and discharges appropriately;
    Maintains communication by logging in interactions through CRM for traceability / visibility;
    Deliver on performance requirements as defined in the departments’ strategy map, balanced scorecard and Personal Scorecard with a view of increasing the NPS and Customer Satisfaction Index, and;
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

     Diploma in Nursing or related medical field
    3 – 5 years in a similar roleKnowledge of insurance regulatory requirements
    Knowledge of Britam products and services

    Essential Competencies

    Learning and Researching: Rapidly learns new tasks and commits information to memory quickly; demonstrates an immediate understanding of newly presented information; gathers comprehensive information to support decision making at management level; learns from successes and failures and seeks colleague and customer feedback.
    Working with People: Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
    Applying Expertise and Technology: Applies specialist and technical expertise; uses technology to achieve work objectives; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development; demonstrates an understanding of different organisational departments and functions.
    Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations: Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; exhibits high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains own quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves projects goals.
    Following Instructions and Procedures: Follows procedures and policies; keeps to schedules; arrives punctually for work and meetings; demonstrates commitment to the organisation; complies with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
    Adhering to Principles and Values: Upholds ethics and values; demonstrates integrity; accepts diversity; display individual responsibility towards the community and the environment; models the organisational values during every day interactions.

    Apply via :

    britam.taleo.net

  • Internal Auditor

    Internal Auditor

    Accountabilities
    Works with Senior Internal Auditors and Internal Audit Management to plan and perform high quality internal audits.The role of the Internal Auditor within the Office of Compliance and Internal Audit (OCIA) is to provide objective assurance that FHI 360’s business risks are being managed appropriately and internal control framework is operating effectively.The Internal Auditor conducts internal financial, operational, and/or system audits and risk assessments. The Internal Auditor may test and document financial and computer system records for information system integrity and transaction accuracy. The Internal Auditor works in engagement teams and takes a part in developing audit plans, understands the specific issues to be evaluated, and executes internal audits within established business process controls. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and regulatory compliance agencies, if applicable, and makes recommendations as appropriate. Requires audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information system operations. Knowledge of U.S. government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and other international development funder requirements is preferred. English fluency required, proficiency in French language preferred.

    Gathers, organizes, and analyzes compliance risk data as part of annual risk assessment and engagement-based assessment.
    Reviews financial and operational information to develop a risk-based audit scope.
    Performs financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the company internal audit program.
    Documents processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
    Reports internal audit findings to appropriate management based on the results of audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
    Conducts follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
    Conducts noncomplex investigations of irregularities discovered by internal and external auditor reviews under guidance of Audit Managers.
    Other duties as assigned.

    Applied Knowledge & Skills:

    Applies general knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
    Familiar with general principles and process involved in conducting an internal audit.
    Familiar with automated financial reporting, U.S. government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems, and Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for U.S. Government Federal Awards (Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations Part 200) regulations.
    Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) and/or international development field preferred.
    Accounting, Audit, Finance and/or other related field certifications (i.e., CIA; CPA; CFE) preferred.
    Proficiency in computerized accounting software preferred.
    International experience and proficiency in French language preferred.
    Applies general information technologies to meet work needs.
    Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
    Organizes and formats reports to comply with applicable guidelines and provides appropriate documentation to support conclusions.

    Problem Solving & Impact:

    Identify and recognize routine or standard problems that have established precedents.
    Develop solutions to routine issues and refer non-standard questions and more difficult problems to higher levels.
    Explains basic accounting and internal audit trends and variations from prior periods, budget and/or forecast.
    Resolves basic issues related to internal policies and procedures.
    Demonstrates an understanding of system functionality to provide answers for financial requests.
    Errors may be detected and corrected.
    An appropriate audit trail is maintained for all transactions.
    External and internal audit requests are met timely, without outstanding issues.

    Supervision Given/Received:

    Detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.
    Provides recommendations with issues and processes to make departmental improvements.
    Typically reports to a Manager.

    Education:

    Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent. Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Related Field with 3-5 years’ relevant experience
    Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job.

    Experience:

    3 – 5 Years of progressive responsibilities and experiences in finance and accounting, financial analysis, internal/external audit required.
    Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls is required.
    Computerized accounting software experience and proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
    Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear and positive fashion with clients and staff.
    Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
    Proficiency in French language preferred.
    Non-governmental organization (NGO) experience preferred.

    Technology to be Used:

    Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other handheld devices.

    Typical Physical Demands:

    Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

    Travel Requirements:

    Ability to travel internationally (Greater than 25%)

    This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
    FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

    Apply via :

    fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Quality Control Officer

    Quality Control Officer

    We seek to hire a Quality Control Officer who will be tasked with the following responsibilities

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Interprate and review drawings to ensure quality standards.
    Inspect completed works and work in progress in order to determine whether the work meets specifications and planned requirements.
    Identify methods of improving overall quality.
    Check quality of incoming/outgoing products and procedures in production.
    Analyse products and oversee procedures.
    Maintain daily related documentation on defects and works.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s Degree Mechanical Engineering
    Demonstrates accuracy, attention to detail and problem solving skills.
    Demonstrated 3-5 years’ experience in management of quantity surveying process post registration.
    Experience working in a fast paced work environment.
    Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
    A registered member of chartered institute

    Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their application stating the position applied for as the subject, their current gross salary and CV to hr@sheffieldafrica.com. By 9th November 2020.NB.Sheffield steel systems is a professional company and does not charge any amount of money during the recruitment process .Only shortlisted Candidates who meet our expectations will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    hr@sheffieldafrica.com

  • Product Manager, Credit

    Product Manager, Credit

    The Role

    Lead product strategy and execution for lending, across Kenya, Mexico and Philippines. As a key member of the Tala Credit product management team, you will be responsible for defining and delivering the next generation of lending, repayment and retention products, features and tools, working in close collaboration with technology and business stakeholders to achieve exceptional business results, while increasing value for our customers and delivering on Tala’s vision of financial agency for all.

    What You Will Do

    Develop and optimize the product strategy and product roadmap
    Build business cases and drive outcome oriented product prioritisation decisions
    Deliver clear and compelling product brief, specs, and user stories partnering closely with engineering to ensure excellent development execution
    Influence key global stakeholders to determine product needs and requirements and develop a cohesive product strategy to meet key business goals
    Leverage quantitative and qualitative insights coupled with a deep understanding of both consumer behavior and the local financial services ecosystem to drive outsized impact and ROI
    Drive go to market planning of new products and features and own outcomes and success metrics

    What you will need

    3-5+ years experience in Product Management, with track record of success in FinTech, consumer mobile apps or related industries
    Demonstrated ability to ship products and deliver meaningful business results
    Deep understanding of FinTech, consumer mobile ecosystem, customer experience, and/or retention.
    Capable consumer of modern analytics tools with strong data fluency
    Demonstrated ability to provide direction, wires, and flows for UX design and set up experiments
    Strong understanding of modern development practices and planning processes
    Comfort working in a fast paced, dynamic environment with distributed teams
    Strong leadership presence with ability to vision set and manage through influence

    Benefits and Perks

    Flexi-time to promote a healthy mind, body and soul

    Competitive Salary

    Health, dental, and vision insurance

    Apply via :

    jobs.lever.co

  • Communications Officer, Nairobi Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Nakuru Project Accountant, Nakuru

    Communications Officer, Nairobi Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Nakuru Project Accountant, Nakuru

    As an experienced communications professional, the Communications Officer will contribute to the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of complex communications strategies in support of North Star’s strategic goals and objectives. S/he will work closely with senior leadership to promote North Star’s added value in the global health sector and to monitor global political developments to determine the best positioning of the organisation and to implement the resulting communications work.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an international communications and/or marketing role.
    Bachelor’s degree and/or advanced degree in Marketing/Communications or related field.
    Demonstrate a successful track record in content and social media management.
    Proficient skills in the MS Office software and knowledge of digital communication and design tools (for example WordPress, Canva, Mailchimp, etc.).
    Demonstrated experience with project management and inter-and intra-team coordination.
    International experience in the development sector (e.g., social entrepreneurship and social innovation) is an asset.
    Exceptional ability to translate complex ideas and information into simple messages and communication strategies.
    Outstanding public and corporate communications skills, both written and spoken, as well as diplomacy and tact.
    Native or close to native oral and written English language skills
    Experience in and understanding of the healthcare sector in sub-Saharan Africa would be an asset

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    If you meet the above criteria, apply online on Email: east.africa.office@northstar-alliance.org on or before 23rd October 2020.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

    Apply via :

    east.africa.office@northstar-alliance.org

  • Patient Access Specialist

    Patient Access Specialist

    We are looking for a motivated, energetic and self-driven individual to take up the role of Patient Access Specialist for Middle Africa to be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The Patient Access Specialist role will hold key responsibilities for implementing and driving strategies that will expand Novo Nordisk’s initiatives to patients in Middle Africa, aligning the patient access strategy with Middle Africa’s ambition of reaching more patients. The role will drive strategic partnerships for synergy and collaboration to achieve Novo Nordisk’s goals of adding value to patients.

    Novo Nordisk Middle Africa Affiliate

    Novo Nordisk Middle Africa Affiliate consists of 49 countries and was formed early 2012. Novo Nordisk has a well-established presence in Africa with the best quality human insulin and our focus today is to sustain the growth of the market, ensure patient access to higher quality modern insulin and newer product formulations and support the people living with diabetes. The Middle Africa management team is based in Nairobi, Kenya and the business operations are regionally managed through our offices in Nairobi, Lagos, Abidjan, and Dakar.

     

    The Responsibilities:

    Develop and execute the affiliate’s patient access strategies and activities
    Create and implement innovative patient empowerment and support programs in Middle Africa
    Building relationships and a network of strategic partnerships with influence on patient outcomes to promote learning, understanding and considerations of payer and policy makers’ expectations.
    Working closely with the market access team to utilize understanding of Middle Africa healthcare, value  chain and reimbursement system to position Novo Nordisk products as cost effective and of high value 
    Working closely with cross-functional teams to develop strategies to improve Novo Nordisk business
    Contribute effectively about patient initiatives in external meetings, conferences and relevant Novo Nordisk meetings (local, national or regional level)
    Lead continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of patient access strategies implemented in Middle Africa
    Work according to local law, Novo Nordisk Way and Novo Nordisk policies, quality standards and guidelines

    Qualifications

    To qualify for the position you must have:

    A university degree in social/health sciences or a business degree (Masters’ Degree preferred)
    3-5 years of experience in Access, Project Management and/or stakeholder management in the pharma industry
    Project management experience
    Experience promoting best practice sharing among key stakeholders across Middle Africa
    Experience in strong strategic planning and strategy execution to increase patient reach
    Excellent verbal, written, communication and time management skills
    Strong presentation skills, interpersonal skills and work as part of a team

    At Novo Nordisk, we use our skills, dedication and ambition to help people with diabetes. We offer the chance to be part of a truly global work place, where passion and engagement are met with opportunities for professional and personal development.

    Contact
    If you are interested in applying for the position please apply through the Novo Nordisk Career site.

    Apply via :

    ordisk.com

  • Talent Development Advisor, Nairobi

    Talent Development Advisor, Nairobi

    Medair Support Office (GSO), Nairobi, Kenya. Up to 6 weeks of national and international travel. Kenyan or those with a valid work permit for Kenya, can apply.
    Starting Date & Initial Contract Details
    December 2020. Full time, open-ended contract.

    Role Overview

    As a key player in the HR Specialists Team, the Talent Development Advisor is responsible for shaping and implementing Medair’s Talent Development & Management strategy, to develop and retain talented employees. Responsibilities include: designing skills matrices, contributing to embedding a robust performance development and management practice and culture, building talent pipelines and succession plans, crafting an internal promotion process and a people review process.
    The Talent Development Advisor leads the design and deployment of new processes, policies and tools that align with our hiring needs and organisation’s objectives.

    Project Overview

    Medair’s Global Support Office (GSO) provides operational guidance for country programmes, along with both technical and compassionate support for our relief workers. Within our headquarters and affiliate offices, we are also responsible for promoting the work of Medair to the world, to raise and manage the funds needed to run our life-saving and sustaining programmes, and to recruit international and GSO staff.Medair’s global HR function supports the organisation in the implementation of world class humanitarian aid projects by ensuring that the organisation has adequate systems and structures to efficiently recruit and retain the right people. The HR function is also working on impacting Medair’s culture by creating and sustaining a work environment where our values are fully alive and staff is being cared for through a “people to people” model.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor degree in HR, or equivalent education, MSc in HR is desirable.
    Strong working knowledge of English and French (spoken and written).

    Experience

    3-5 years of experience in HR position with experience in performance management procedures, sourcing and recruitment process, learning and development programme implementation.
    Talent Management or Learning and Development.
    Knowledge of the Microsoft office Environment, working experience with an HRIS is a plus.
    Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
    Strong analytical, planning and problem solving skills.
    Project Management skills.
    Ability to provide coaching.
    Sensitive to intercultural teams.
    Leadership ability.

    Apply via :

    www.medair.org