Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years

  • Operations Manager – New Supply Acquisition

    Operations Manager – New Supply Acquisition

    Job description
    About The Role
    Our Operations teams are the heart and soul of Uber. These are the teams that take our global product and localize it to an assigned market, while creating thousands of economic opportunities for drivers, and making transportation cheaper and more accessible for our riders. We are in the midst of incredible growth, which requires hard work. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about what they do and ready to roll up their sleeves to grow their city.
    The Operations & Logistics Manager role is a unique opportunity to have a direct impact on your city through the growth and optimization of the driver population on Uber’s platform. This is a critical role within the org in managing one of the most promising acquisition channels in SSA. The DOST Ops manager will be responsible in setting the strategy and vision of DOST* for existing and new markets. In addition to this, a key part of the DOST strategy is the institutionalization of our DOST app to leverage our business partners’ presence across cities.
    DOST is the platform used to facilitate and manage a 3rd party referrals network. The DOST app is the tool, DOSTers are the 3rd party referrers and a DOST centre is an aggregation of the above similar to a franchise that brands, publicizes and advertises itself as a registration center for Uber.
    What You’ll Do

    Build on DOST to become the key acquisition channel for drivers across SSA
    Define strategies for each key market and build required DOST organisation for on-ground execution
    Acquiring & supporting new DOST Partners
    Elevate DOST into an institutionalised channel by leveraging our business partners across different markets to act as “DOST Centers” — this leverage would include providing early life-cycle support and training
    Define investment strategy market by market, as well as spend efficiency targets for each market
    Design and execute on timely DOSTer competitions in each market to drive growth sprints during key times of the year
    Scaling DOST to be used as strategic growth lever for low-touch expansion and “satellite markets” with no GLHs – build organisations of KAMs (key account managers) in each market that would deliver DFT growth in the absence of full-time resources on the ground
    Effectively manage multiple remote teams built of ext KAMs with large network of DOSTers below each
    Develop analysis and reporting tools for further performance optimization

    What You’ll Need

    3-5 Minimum Years of Experience in Client Facing Environments
    Management Consulting/ Investment Banking/ Business Development or other suitable qualifications

    About The Team
    The Central Ops team is serves the 12 cities in SSA. with the Driver, Marketplace, Risk, Safety and Cash Collection as our main verticals. The team is 15 people strong, and we are passionate about growing this exciting market.
    We work closely with GM’s, Country Managers and functional stakeholders across all markets and provide strategic guidance and deliver on execution for local markets.

  • Oracle Sales Consultant

    Oracle Sales Consultant

    Kobby Technologies Limited is an Oracle Partner and it exceeds expectations. The company has established itself as an IT Organization offering Solutions, Services and Products. The company has established itself as a powerhouse in Oracle Database and Oracle E-Business Suite ERP Upgrades, Implementations, Support, migration and conversion to 64bit architectures. Kobby Technologies has done numerous successful iterations of Oracle E-Business Suite upgrades to the latest Release 12.2.7 and Oracle Database to the latest 12c versions 12.1.0.2.0.
    Our core competency, developed through intensive exposure to a variety of business processes, industries and technologies; lies in providing client focused Business Consulting and Re-Engineering of IT Services.
    ERP implementations and Software Delivery is the realm hallmark of Kobby Technologies.
    The organization has developed its own delivery model to cater for both the developed and emerging markets with phenomenal success.
    Kobby Technologies leverages proprietary solutions and latest technologies. We also deliver a wide range of IT services, which help our clients to enhance their business operations. Delivery of high-end technology solutions. We focus on delivering projects on schedule and within budget to clients.
    Skills, experience and qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Hardware Engineering or equivalent
    3 – 5 years business experience preferred; vendor experience (preferred).
    3 years relevant computer applications or database/tools (preferred).
    Sales and Presales, advanced product concepts, business experience;
    ERP Financials Sales, Good communication skills, Oracle E-Business Suite knowledge and awareness
    Ability to persuade others through presentations, demonstrations, and written communication.
    Knowledge of system and application design preferred.
    Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
    Goal oriented with strong attention to detail
    Ability to travel as needed.
    Fluent in English

    Job description

    Facilitation of customer product/application understanding through presentations demonstrations and benchmarks;
    As an Oracle Sales Consultant you will be responsible for providing presales technical / functional support to prospective clients and customers while ensuring customer satisfaction with minimal supervision.
    Provides direction and specialist knowledge in applying the technology/application to client business.
    Develop and deliver high quality standard Oracle presentations and demonstrations.
    Present and articulate Oracle product’s strengths, features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
    Design, validate, and present Oracle software solutions to include advanced product concepts, future direction, and 3rd party complimentary products.
    Design bid and tender documents
    Do client follow-ups
    Duties and tasks are standard with some variation. Completes own role largely independently within defined policies and procedures.
    Meet sales objectives
    Seek/scout for new business opportunities

  • Relationship Manager

    Relationship Manager

    We are seeking to recruit client relationship managers to drive their logistics service. This role serves in a sales capacity for strategic acquisition of new business. This individual will be assigned a portfolio of clients and will be responsible for setting the acquisition strategy, managing the contractual process, and formalizing the RFP approach. The ideal candidate is both highly strategic and highly entrepreneurial, obsessed with driving customer success, motivated by building and shaping the future, and a proven leader at driving customer growth.
    Responsibilities

    Drive top-line client acquisition within a given vertical
    Drive forward the future vision of Rush with our product team and help sell that vision to our customers
    Engage with senior level stakeholders with some of our largest customers
    Solution and Product selling to regional 2000 accounts
    Set initial pricing strategy for RFP’s
    Attend and participate in trade shows, conferences, and industry events
    Collaborate with a highly diverse set of internal and external partners
    Collaborate closely with operations to analyze results and identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and programs

    Qualifications

    Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a sales function
    Experience in the logistics & transportation industry is strongly preferred
    Ability to travel for client meetings and engagements
    Demonstrated ability to challenge the way customers think about their business
    Strong communication and organization skills
    Ability to provide qualitative and quantitative analysis to customers

  • Software Engineer Research Scientist

    Software Engineer Research Scientist

    Job Description
    Africa is poised to become a leading source of innovation in a variety of sectors with an expected growth rate of 7% annually over the next 20 years. IBM recognizes the potential impact of research and smarter systems in helping to build Africa’s future, hence the African research lab creates technology applications in a range of industries at the core of Africa’s growth: financial services, education, healthcare, mobility, public safety and utilities. IBM believes that increasing access to healthcare and improving the quality of healthcare is critical to the continent of Africa. We develop and leverage high-end cognitive technologies to develop original and novel solutions to healthcare challenges.
    IBM Research software engineers are evaluated on their technical contributions, ability to collaborate across labs, and leadership. These metrics, in the context of a commercial research lab in an emerging market, create a unique combination of roles and responsibilities for a Software Engineer working in the healthcare domain.
    Skills

    Experience with one or more OOP language (eg. Java, Python, C++)
    Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., postgres, DB2, mongo)
    Experience with at least one front-end framework (e.g., angular, react)
    Mobile Android and iOS development
    Experience building at least one production application
    Experience with agile methodology

    Impact

    Develop technologies, analytics and algorithms in financial inclusion and financial services projects.
    Identify data-driven methods when more traditional approaches are infeasible.
    Transform research insights into real-world systems for use across the continent.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    3 to 5 years of work experience depending on education level. Recent graduates will be considered.
    Knowledgeable of the many tools in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data mining.
    Strong data structures and algorithm design skills

    Preferred Tech And Prof Experience
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  • Security Officer

    Security Officer

    Job Description
    PEVANS EA LTD, seeks to recruit a Security Officer- Operations. Reporting to the head of Security, the Security Officer – Operations, will provide operational support to the security function of the organization. He/she will implement, monitor and recommend security systems, policies and procedures and monitor surveillance installations – which will ensure staff and property safety.
    Responsibilities 

    Implement the SP Security Plan as assigned by the Head of Security, according to set Standards. These include and not limited to; Physical Security, Access Control, monitoring activities in the field, Inventory, Delivery & Receiving Procedures, security threat Procedures and more.
    Monitoring of the security surveillance system to establish any security gaps, advising accordingly.
    Conduct investigations as assigned by the Head of Security, prepare reports, and follow through on agreed actions.
    Track and Report all security events and incidents to the Head of Security.
    Promoting and driving a solid security culture within the organization.
    Assist the Head of Security in implementing personal protection plans for key leaders and personnel, when needed.
    Build relationships and networks with local law enforcement agencies.
    Monitor and evaluate 3rd party Security suppliers.
    Ensure company property and personnel safety by carrying out systematic patrols, taking remedial action, escalating where necessary.
    Creation of periodical security reports.
    Manage the access control to ensure that only authorized personnel gain access, ensure deterrence to restricted areas for unauthorized personnel.
    In liaison with the Head of Security, develop, amend and implement security policies and procedures.
    Assist management in security vetting of new employees and contractors Policy and Procedures.
    Management of security data bases and reports.

    Qualifications

    Diploma/degree in Security Management or related field
    3-5 years professional working experience in corporate security operations
    Valid certificate of Good Conduct
    Must have updated security knowledge/skills in the last 2 years
    Strong communication skills
    Computer literate

  • Replenishment Manager

    Replenishment Manager

    Functions / responsibilities:

    Must be fluent in English and Swahili
    To manage the entire store stock portfolio in terms of Replenishment
    Ensure that sales opportunities & profits are maximised for each Rand invested in inventory (GMROI) & for each square metre of available selling space (GMROM)
    Maintain optimum stock levels
    Monitor & take action to rectify negative stocks
    Manage, process & vet all orders placed
    Achieve required margin percentage
    Monitor, analyse & recommend corrective action on margin
    Manage promotional stock as well as Plan & execute in-store promotions
    Measure & record promotional activity & performance
    Maintain and build supplier relationships
    Evaluate & give feedback on supplier performance
    Analyse, identify opportunities/ concerns & provide timely recommendations & feedback to relevant role-players
    Prepare and plan for buyers’ visits
    Compile & distribute month end reports
    Monitor and generate sales
    Analyse, identify opportunities/ concerns and provide timely recommendations and feedback to relevant role-players
    Attend training and product launches
    Drive and develop key relationships with relevant stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
    Lead, manage and develop people
    MUST BE KENYA CITIZEN

    Requirements:

    KCSE certificate (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education)
    A tertiary qualification in Supply Chain/ Procurement Management/ Purchasing/ Logistics
    3 – 5 years of retail/FMCG stock or warehousing management experience (specific exposure to buying/ planning/ inventory/ replenishment management essential)
    Computer literate in MS Word, Excel (intermediate-master level) and Outlook
    SAP + BI proficiency
    Proven analytical ability
    Proven ability to deliver results and meet customer expectations
    Proven ability to decide and initiate action
    Proven track record in achieving personal work goals and objectives
    Proven ability to persuade and influence
    Proven ability to apply expertise and technology
    Planning and organising skills
    Proven ability to cope with pressure and setbacks
    Clear credit & criminal record essential

  • Pre-Sales Consultant

    Pre-Sales Consultant

    The Pre-sales Consultant is responsible for technical pre-sales support for Information / Cyber Security solutions from across multiple OEM’s. He/ She will work with the sales team in a pre-sales role to develop and position solutions involving Information Security products. The consultant needs to articulate and demonstrate Security solutions, and position products relative to competition.
    Responsibilities
    Work independently on pre-sales activities for security opportunities which includes:

    Understand customer IT/Security infrastructure and business requirement
    Strategic Solution selling
    Solution Presentation
    Participate in conference call discussion
    Solution Demonstration and Proof of Concept
    Business Solution Proposal
    RFI/RFP specification preparation
    RFI / RFP response preparation
    Bid Defense

    Qualifications

    Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
    3-5 Years of Experience in Designing, Positioning, Scoping, Implementing Security Solutions.
    Should have strong communication and presentation Skills.
    Should have strong understanding and experience in Security Solution including – Next Generation Firewall, NGIPS, UTM, Malware protection Solutions, Network Admission Control Solution.
    Should have strong Knowledge on Security Solution including but not limited to SIEM, Data Leakage Protection, Web Application Firewall, Multifactor Authentication, Database Security Solutions etc
    Exposure to Security Solutions like Identity and Access Management, Privilege Access Management, Single Sign On, Governance Risk and Compliance, Application Security etc will be preferred.
    Should have any one Certifications CCNP or CCSE or NSE4
    Security Certifications like CEH/CISSP/CISM/CISA/ComTIA Security+/GSEC / GCIH / GCIA or equivalent is preferred
    Certifications with Symantec, Forcepoint, IBM, Imperva, F5, HP or equivalent is preferred
    Should be able to design and validate multi-vendor product offerings
    Should be able to understand customer requirement and be able to create Scope document, Design document, Bill of Quantity, Presentation and deployment plan for the proposed design.
    Should be able to perform POC’s for the customer for various information security solutions

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    Job description
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Bookkeeping

    All financial transactions are collected, approved and posted into the ERP
    Information backup to ensure records are secure for up to 10 years
    All financial documents must remain organized and easily accessible by management and auditors

    Reconciliations

    Weekly bank reconciliations
    Monthly cost accounting to ensure targeted GP is met
    Monthly sales reconciliation (invoiced vs payment)
    Monthly stock reconciliation and quarterly stock takes and analysis
    Weekly petty cash processing, reconciliation, reporting and auditing
    Monthly supplier management including statement reconciliation
    Monthly budget analysis

    Payroll

    Process monthly payroll by the 25th of each month

    Cash Flow Management

    Daily reconciliation of revenue
    Weekly cash flow management
    Communicate to the various stakeholders to ensure the smooth inflow and out flow is as required. Inform relevant stakeholder in good time in the event of any changes/variances in schedules

    Taxes

    Compiles necessary documents for tax purposes and ensure that all actions comply with tax legislation

    Reports

    Prepare weekly cash report
    Prepare monthly Management Accounts Report
    Prepare monthly budget variance report

    Audits

    Quarterly internal audits
    Prepare quarterly Financial Accounts Reports as per IFRS Standards
    Co-ordinate and support annual audit process

    Requirements:

    Proven work experience as an Accountant of at least 3-5 years
    Hands on experience with ERP systems
    Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel
    BS degree in Finance/Business/Economics or associates degree in relevant field a plus
    CPK qualification and registration
    In-depth understanding of accounting principles locally and internationally
    In-depth understanding of Tax Law and Regulations
    Willing to occasionally work unsocial hours
    Be a good team worker demonstrating loyalty and commitment to the organization and team members

  • Lathe Machine Operator

    Lathe Machine Operator

    Responsibilities

    Sets up and operates production machinery such as CNC saws, lathes, milling machines, drills, shapers, boring mills and grinders to fabricate and repair parts and products. Works with some guidance from supervision.
    Completes preventative maintenance, troubleshoots malfunctions, and performs minor repairs as needed. Communicates errors in product, equipment, and other issues that may arise in fulfilling orders.
    Reading and Interpreting blueprints, sketches, and parts lists. Studies and interprets assembly instructions, and verifies specifications. Conducts dimensional and visual part inspections to prints and specifications using standard quality assurance inspection equipment.
    Problem solving and Communication – Resolves assembly and production issues and communicates errors in the product line, equipment and or issues in fulfilling orders.
    Set up, adjust and operate various sizes of engine lathes to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of close tolerance work.
    Select speeds and feeds, operational sequences, and tooling for turning operations.
    Calibrate machine during operations.
    Grind or prescribe grind for special and standard tooling.
    Lay out and check work.
    Work on short-run, specialized jobs or large and expensive projects involving critical tolerance and finish requirements.
    Work from drawings and specifications.
    Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments.
    Safety and Continuous Improvement – Participates actively in Continuous Improvement activities and submits ideas to help drive improvement. Ensures the workplace and environment are clean and safe. Follows Company Safety policies and procedures and looks for ways to improve safety.

    Qualifications

    3 – 5 years’ experience as a Lathe Machine Operator
    Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

  • Links Officer

    Links Officer

    Overall Responsibility
    The RFL Officer is responsible for the implementation of activities in relation to Restoring Family Links (RFL) in Kenya, and provides technical advice and support to RFL services of the National Society (NS) in Kenya. S/he is also in charge for the follow-up of the dead body management (DBM) activities in Kenya. When/if required, s/he supports detention visits and training as an interpreter.
    Responsibilities

    Supports and supervises the implementation of the RFL activities done by the Kenya Red Cross Society;
    Contributes to the implementation of the Management of the Dead file;
    Promotes the ICRC’s RFL activities, while meeting international and national stakeholders;
    Assists in the planning and implementing of meetings, seminars and workshops in his/her area of intervention;
    Writes mission reports based on given guidelines;
    Interprets accurately from English to Kiswahili and vice versa during field visits;
    Is responsible for the management of the Institutional Reference Filing for RFL documents;
    Provides administrative support in order to ensure the smooth implementation of RFL projects;
    Advises on culture, politics, general situation and share relevant information related to the Kenya.

    Qualifications

    Must have a University Degree (4 years) in a related discipline;
    At least 3 – 5 years’ of experience in a related field;
    Working knowledge of Project Cycle Management;
    Technical expertise on Restoring Family Links and missing activities is an asset;
    Flexibility to travel outside Nairobi frequently as need arises.