Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 4 – 6 years

  • Technical Buyer

    Technical Buyer

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage dynamic individuals for Technical Buyer position for one of our clients

    Role Purpose: The successful candidate will work with cross functional teams drawn from the business to develop, implement and manage procurement categories for network/technical ensuring the delivery of assurance of supply, quality, service, service, competitive cost and incremental savings as desired by the business.

    Responsibilities

    Sourcing and Contracting

    Seeking quotations for non-repeat requirements from approved suppliers as per procurement policy;
    Reviewing quotations, negotiating and closing contracts with the best suppliers where required; and
    Ensure procurement of quality goods and services in a timely manner and at competitive prices.

    Category Planning

    Develop the category plans for Commercial areas;
    Conduct situational analysis including industry dynamics, supplier research, and source country dynamics and investigate and secure new/alternative sources of supply, technology and services to increase margins through the lowering of costs by introduction of new products or alternative procurement sources beneficial to the company;
    Work with future or current suppliers to develop effective business relations; and
    Liaise with the IT Department to develop and ensure sign off of the Annual Procurement Plan.

    Category Monitoring

    Ensure compliance to contract terms and conditions by both suppliers and internal customers;
    Validate pricing and reconciliation of strategic contracts before order processing and at supplier invoicing; and
    Develop and track cost savings.

    Enforce Procure to Pay process

    Timely processing of quality purchase orders in Oracle;
    Continually progressing orders with relating suppliers to ensure goods and services are delivered as per PO lead-time and updates users on status; and
    Review open purchase orders with users and suppliers for closure or receipt as applicable.

    Performance Evaluation and Management

    Responsible for business partner performance evaluation and monitoring for category;
    Support in managing the contract execution and ensuring compliance with contractual SLA and KPI’s;
    Manage business partner dispute resolutions; and
    Give input to the partner satisfaction survey process.

    Requirements

    Must have 4-6 years’ demonstrable experience in technical buying (I.T);
    Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or any other business related field from a recognized University;
    Full or part graduate Diploma of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (UK) – added advantage; and
    Knowledge of Oracle or any other ERP system and Ms Excel.

    Send your updated CV to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com by 28th Sept 2020.Clearly indicate the job title.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Apply via :

    recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com

  • Strategic Account Manager

    Strategic Account Manager

    Level: Experienced Professional
    Appointment Type: Permanent
    British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Strategic Account Manager to join our team in Nairobi.
    Purpose statement:

    Within the EAM (East African Markets) Supply Chain be responsible for the implementation of the integrated Supply Chain customer facing strategy in line with global service strategy and EAM business strategy
    It is the Job holder’s responsibility to be the liaison between the local supply chain and the East Africa Markets commercial teams in order to drive the midterm strategy for the BAT East Africa End Markets by ensuring that the local supply chain delivers to the objectives within the End Market Account Plans in line with the BAT service strategy and business strategy

     
    This includes:

    Providing leadership and strategic direction within the integrated supply chain and drive a customer focused culture in support of BAT EAM business deliverables.
    Representing the BAT Operations business in commercial forums; Working with the Supply Chain Manager & above market SNO teams to translate the Commercial plans for growth and productivity into tangible action plans for the operations business whilst ensuring that they are aligned and fit with the business strategy.
    Establishing relationship and managing requirements and expectations within the integrated Supply Chain (end to end) and our customer base, in order to ensure speed to market for New Product Introductions, and drive reliable and cost-effective services
    Taking an end to end view to enable best business decisions to be made at the End Market, Area level and within operations e.g. Collaborating with the Commercial & SNO teams to manage delivery to demand, management of Stock Holding Policies, Finished Good Durations for our Delivery of Shipments to our End Markets.

    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
    Business

    Collaboration with SNO & local Supply of On time delivery and supply of FG to achieve volume and profit targets for their respective EM’s.
    Delivery of overall Service effectiveness
    Performance deliverables for your respective EM’s < >Conformance to SLA, On Time in Full (OTIF Received/Available to Clear) Conformance to MTS/ MTOFG working Capital targets (Durations and Cost), Contribute to the optimised EAM SC business objectives and performance by supporting the integrated SC functions
    Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager to translate the EM’s Commercial plans for growth and productivity into operational action plans
    Provide strategic input and insight to optimise our Cost to Serve within the EAM Ops Business (differentiated/segmented supply and service solutions).
    Provide operations input into EM’s annual Company Plan
    Provide input and insight on behalf of EAM SC into the Commercial Area Business Review to allow informed decision making/recommendation to the Area S&OP and Regional S&I.
    Continuously foster supply chain performance improvement by defining and implementing actions to improve Customer Focused KPI results.
    Escalation and resolution of all queries within the designated EM’s, so that they can be resolved within an agreed timeframe
    Ensure the right balance between a standardised Supply Chain approach (standard SLA’s, standard Supply Chain processes…) and a segmented Supply Chain approach (fulfilling EM’s specific needs and requirements) with a clear focus on the end-to-end Supply Chain and Customer Satisfaction

    Leadership

    Delivery of the business change to embed the Global Service Strategy within the scope of responsibility e.g. ensure above- market way of working & customer facing teams drumbeat.
    Responsible for their functional teams, (account management and customer facing teams) within the EAM SC to deliver high customer satisfaction, and conformance to customer (EM’s) SLA’s
    Challenging the status quo and act as catalyst for new ideas to deliver a competitive advantage.
    Achieves high performance by coaching and motivating people, valuing different approaches and visibly supporting team decisions whilst maximizing individual and team capabilities
    Ensure the integrated supply chain’s commitment to Service strategies and initiatives through communication, education/awareness.

    Management

    Ensuring raw materials to finished product is achieved in the most flexible, cost effective and efficient way practicable, whilst satisfying EM and business needs.
    Work with the SNO, local supply chain & commercial teams in order to provide a valid input in the EAM Business Review and Area S&OP meetings
    Responsible for ensuring the EM’s in their Area are conforming/adhering to order policy Understand order cycle trends and escalate appropriately any deviations for timely resolution.
    Ensure that joint development plans across your End Markets are receiving the necessary focus, support and resources
    Support the CFT to ensure full EAM SC commitment to Service Strategy and initiatives through communication and education/awareness
    Support development and improvement of customer focused KPIs reporting and performance, to achieve EAM SC and End Market targets, ensuring that performance is measured and reported in a way that demonstrates commercial and competitive advantage

    Relationship

    Internal (EAM SC)

    –    Build effective working relationships with all touch points across the supply chain organisation
    –    Promote the understanding of the end-to-end supply chain to enable individuals to own and solve    issues in a systematic and complete manner

    External (Areas & End Markets) < >Ensure account management “touch points” are identified, owned and developed appropriately at End Market levelDevelop sound relationships with key stakeholders within the Area Directors & Leadership Teams < >Develop sound relationships with key stakeholders within the End MarketsEnsure customer facing contact point and escalation processes are defined within their customer base. 
    Develop networks that enhance our ability to transfer skills and capabilities across the marketing and operations functions, and encourage sharing of knowledge and key learning’s

     
    Innovation

    Translate Area and EM’s requirements in a way that can be effectively met and not constrained by the current ways of working/set-up Identify any constraints and recommend the optimal way to meet the customer requirements. E.g. Giving Customers greater visibility of their orders within the Supply Chain, and giving Service teams improved visibility and ownership across the customer base, improved customer issue logging and resolution via the CFT process.
    Instigate continuous improvement initiatives with customers, managing resource and actions from other functions into this process to deliver quality enhancement and cost reductions.

    Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

    Strong leadership skills, with previous experience of successfully leading teams of managers
    At least 4-6 years of experience at management level in a FMCG company, managing customer relationships and or demand management processes
    Strategic thinking, be able to absorb complex issues and opportunities to be able to contribute to the overall strategy balancing pro’s and con’s in several environments 
    Proven Customer engagement skills
    Profound Supply Chain Knowledge
    Good analytical and planning skills
    Influential and convincing.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    Apply via :

    careers.bat.com

  • School Manager

    School Manager

    Background
    Hilltop group of schools is a set of three privately owned schools located in Mombasa County, Kenya. The three schools encompass both primary and secondary school sections. The school has been in existence for the past twenty years.
    We are currently looking for a School Manager whom will be overseeing the day to day operations of all the three schools and will be reporting directly to the Board of Managers (B.O.M) chaired by the director of the school.
     
    Job summary/objective
    The role of the manager will be to provide leadership to both the teaching and non-teaching staff so as to ensure a smooth running of the school’s activities on a daily basis for the long-term.
    Duties and responsibilities

    Manage the school’s administrative function
    Ensuring the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all
    Build a strong and cohesive culture that is supported by effective systems and structures
    Setting targets and goals for school staff through a participative process
    Conducting annual reviews based on standards of leadership, teaching and learning in specific areas of responsibility
    Manage the maintenance of the school buses including sourcing for their spare-parts and supervising their repairs
    Review the daily fee collection and ensure that the institution is financially stable and able to meet its obligations i.e. bank loan, staff salaries, suppliers
    Audit the schools accounts so as to seal any revenue leakages
    Work with the schools heads and accounting department in preparing an annual budget and ensure that it is strictly adhered to
    Attend and sit in ALL B.O.M meetings which are held once every term
    Monitoring coverage of the syllabus quality of teaching and effectiveness of learning outcomes
    Ensuring teachers and support staff have all necessary working resources required in undertaking their responsibilities
    Ensure that the schools meet provisions in its strategic plan
    Ensure that the schools meet all the regulations in the Ministry of Education
    Provide Spiritual Leadership to staff and students
    Work closely with senior school management to achieve high levels of team spirit and synergy
    Ensure that all recruitment, appraisal, staff development, grievance, disciplinary and redundancy policies and procedures comply with legal and regulatory requirements
    Manage the maintenance of the school site and property including the purchase and repair of all furniture and fittings
    Ensure the health & safety policy is implemented at all times, put into practice and is subject to review and assessment at regular intervals or as situations change
    Building effective relationships with parents, education partners and external stakeholders
    Assist in the automation of a majority of the schools functions

    Qualifications

    A holder of a degree in Business Management and administration; additional qualification of a post-graduate degree in education is an added advantage
    Experience as a school manager or a principal of a registered school for not less than 4 years with a proven track-record
    Candidate should be 30 years and above
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enables open communication with parents, teachers and learners
    A self-motivated, energetic person who enjoys working in a busy and dynamic working environment
    The flexibility to learn and adapt to new cultures
    Demonstrates ability to think and act critically, creatively and independently
    Should have a valid driver’s license with driving experience of not less than one year
    Should be a committed Christian of good moral standing
    Should be computer literate and have proficiency in Microsoft packages

    Salary and benefits

    A successful candidate will be entitled to a Gross Salary of Kshs. 40,000 – Kshs. 45,000
    A company vehicle with a weekly fuel allowance so that they can maneuver around the three schools
    Other applicable allowances

    Correspondence
         Applicants should submit the following documents to the institution’s email address: hilltopschools20@gmail.com

    An application letter quoting the relevant skills and experience
    A detailed copy of your C.V
    Original copies of your academic certificates, national I.D and Certificate of good conduct
    Attach a list of a minimum – 3 referees whom may be contacted to verify your job experience

    Applications not meeting the minimum requirements will not be considered
    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

  • PACS Consultant

    PACS Consultant

    Temenos AG (SIX: TEMN), headquartered in Geneva, is the world leader in banking software, partnering with banks and other financial institutions to transform their businesses and stay ahead of a changing marketplace. Over 3,000 firms across the globe, including 41 of the top 50 banks, rely on Temenos to process both the daily transactions and client interactions of more than 500 million banking customers. Temenos offers cloud-native, cloud-agnostic front office and core banking, payments, fund management and wealth management software products enabling banks to deliver consistent, frictionless customer journeys and gain operational excellence.

    Job Purpose:
    Expectation Overview: Support Analyst – Product Analysis Customer Support

    Primary responsibility is in the area of PACS ticket resolutions in an effective and efficient manner.
    Understand the functions of the specific T24 module, in which expertise needs to be built via training programs including on the job training, class room training and training material available on the knowledge-base.
    Fully understand the details provided in logged ticket. Validate the completeness of information provided and if required, seek to collect outstanding information from client. Use the collected information to analyse the problem.
    When identified as a bug, complete the required documentation process including product analysis of defect, clearly and explicitly indicating reason and resolution of the defect. Work in collaboration with the Development team to provide any additional information as required to fix and test the problem effectively.
    In case of non-defects, close the ticket with sufficient information for the client to be able to understand and appreciate the answer with full satisfaction.
    Available to perform onsite analysis of tickets at client places. Typically this would be required during the milestone period of the client like Go Live of implementation, branches, modules and Upgrade.

    Essential Skills:

    Analytical and logical skills including problem solving
    Advanced Programming knowledge on jBC (INFO BASIC)
    Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
    Deep technical understanding of T24 products and modules

    Desirable Skills:

    4 – 6 years strong skills of analysis in problem resolution in C/C++/Java/RDBMS knowledge (Expert in – anyone/multiple skills)
    Successfully implemented the respective Product specialization from start to finish

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  • Deputy Head Teacher

    Deputy Head Teacher

    Job Details

    B’ED, post-graduate or degree in education
    6+ years in international school system
    4+ years in academic management essential
    Sports management experience an advantage
    Excellent team building skills
    Excellent communication skills

  • Operational Excellence and Reporting Analyst Underwriting Associate

    Operational Excellence and Reporting Analyst Underwriting Associate

    Job Purpose

    Analysing and identifying trends in Group Operations division which spans all business units and proposing solutions to identified gaps.

    Key responsibilities

    Provide objective support to decision making process; 
    Provide monthly recommendations supported by data and demonstrate improvement in performance on statistical basis. Ensure all major decisions related to operations are financially justified;
    Apply Lean Six Sigma tools or other continuous improvement methodologies to complex business processes and implement solutions aimed at providing positive business performance and financial impact;
    Develop, implement, maintain and support service operations analysis and modelling to enable the reporting and analysis of Operations and customer service data;
    Gather detailed information on the operating environment to assist in providing strategic insights and direction on matters relating to customer service and service operations;
    Routinely communicate specific consolidated and operational performance trends using appropriate metrics and suggest key actions and strategic implications to the Operations Division;
    Provide advanced customer analytics support to the various units in Group Operations and generate data-driven insights into customer retention and how to improve customer satisfaction etc
    Provide departmental reports and assist in preparation of management reports and presentations for senior leadership meetings and various strategic committees in Britam;
    Drive statistical analysis, data mining, extensive visualization, graphing and development of new methods of reporting to aid interpret data and analyse results using statistical techniques;
    Project involvement for projects that may require analytical input and/or 
    Develop and update various performance indicators and industry benchmarks and averages;
    Review, understand and internalize Britam’s existing business processes through literature review and stakeholder interviews.
    Review, understand and internalize Britam’s 2016 – 2020 group strategy together with the proposed future state (To-Be) process maps. 
    Revalidate future state process maps against Britam’s 2016 – 2020 group strategy making improvements where necessary.

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

    Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, operations research or related field 
    4 – 6 years’ experience in business planning and strategic analysis implementation and review 
    At least 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Business Analyst, on large and complex projects
    Certification in Lean Six-Sigma , Business Process Management or Business Analysis 

    Technical/ Functional competencies

    Business data analyst, data analyst and/or systems analysis experience
    Previous data models development or analysis experience – strong knowledge of databases (SQL etc.), ETL frameworks or reporting packages
    Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyse and disseminate significant amount of information with attention to detail and accuracy
    Analytical –highly analytical and ability to challenge status quo based on quantitative facts and impacts; analyses the variance between forecast and actual performance from the business units 
    Report writing-ability
    The ability to conduct cost/benefit analysis
    Problem solving and diagnostic acumen to develop strategic reports
    Defining inputs for business case justification as part of data mining /analysis
    Experience in financial modelling and forecasting.
    Advanced experience in MS office tools including advanced EXCEL

    Essential Competencies

    Presenting and Communicating Information – Speaks fluently; expresses opinions, information and key points of an argument clearly; presents effectively; responds quickly to others ‘reactions and feedback during conversations; projects credibility.
    Working with People – Shows respect for the views and contributions of team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and pro-acitvely shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
    Adhering to Principles and Values – Upholds and encourages ethical behavior and departmental values; demonstrates integrity; encourages individual responsibility towards the community and the environment; models the organizational values during every day interactions.
    Analyzing – Analyses numerical data and all other sources of information, breaking them into component parts, patterns and relationships; probes for further information or greater understanding of a problem; makes rational judgments from the available information and analysis; demonstrates an understanding of how one issue may be part of a much larger system / process / problem.
    Planning and Organizing – Adheres to and monitors clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organizes resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.
    Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations – Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; sets and models high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains quality and productivity; works in a systematic methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves projects goals.

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  • Corporate Affairs & Communications Manager,East Africa

    Corporate Affairs & Communications Manager,East Africa

    Role Description : This role will support the Country Manager & Cluster Lead East Africa on all policy and communications (internal & external) for Pfizer in East Africa contributing to the development of and leading the execution of Corporate Affairs strategies aimed at maximizing Pfizer’s reputation and visibility in the region as well as representing Pfizer with relevant government and civil society stakeholders.
    Working closely with the Corporate Affairs Lead, SSA, as well as other key functions, this position will be accountable for managing public affairs and policy issues impacting the operating environment in the region and for creating stakeholder and communications strategies to advance business priorities.
    Responsibilities :
    Public Affairs & Policy (Shape Pfizer’s operating environment)

    Engage in effective issues management and environmental monitoring & reporting
    Develop issues-based stakeholder maps and engagement plans, including the development of key messages.
    Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders crucial to the pharmaceutical sector.
    Champion the Pfizer policy agenda through active participation in industry groups and associations including provision of input and direction to proactive/reactive responses by associations to industry issues.
    Work to drive overall association effectiveness.
    Partner with representatives of international organizations, embassies and other advocacy platforms in the region to understand key health care related policy issues and advocate for Pfizer’s position accordingly.

    External Communications (Enhance & Protect Pfizer’s Reputation)

    Position Pfizer in the minds of key stakeholders:
    Contribute towards the development of Pfizer’s regional and country narratives
    Develop a regional and country specific communications strategy across broad channels to position the Pfizer story (health and socio-economic impact) in the minds of government/policy-makers; the public; patient-advocacy groups; the media; and civil society
    Support development of presentations, speeches, and talking points for approved in-market Pfizer spokespeople in line with established communication strategy.
    Protect Pfizer’s Reputation:
    Media monitoring and reporting
    Management of media responses
    Proactive development of holding statements on key issues with the potential to impact on Pfizer’s reputation

    Internal Communications (Support employee engagement and One Pfizer Culture)

    Lead regional One Pfizer internal communication projects in liaison with SSA Communications Manager. These will include annual Owning Our Purpose Day; Town Halls and Global Forums.
    Propose and manage regular Country Manager and local colleague communications & events

    Commercial / Therapy Area input

    Maintain understanding of strategies for key strategic Pfizer brands and ensure collaboration with brand teams to deliver on brand and therapeutic area goals.

    Qualifications :

    Demonstrated ability (4-6 years’ experience) of achieving business objectives through high-quality public affairs strategies.
    Solid Communications/Public Relations experience having developed and managed communication strategies and projects
    Experience delivering and managing public-facing digital communications across multiple channels
    Understanding of how to effectively use communications to influence internal and external audiences
    Pharmaceutical Experience in roles supporting marketing or public affairs is preferred.
    Ability to develop targeted briefings for senior management and business leaders.
    Demonstrated ability to work in a cross functional environment; strong awareness of need for engagement of key internal and external stakeholders when developing plans.
    Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
    Should be well organized, highly motivated, innovative, process driven and results oriented.
    Strong strategic thinker, able to tackle complex issues and develop innovative solutions. Ability to operate in both strategic and tactical settings.
    Possess a network of government and non-government affairs contacts.

    Education : Minimum Bachelor’s degree
    Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

  • Assistant Investment Manager, Britam Asset Managers (Based in Uganda)

    Assistant Investment Manager, Britam Asset Managers (Based in Uganda)

    Job Purpose
    The Job Purpose is to provide support to the investment department and managing client portfolios as per mandate. The job holder will report to the Investment Manager and will be based in Uganda.
    Key Responsibilities

    Maintain a perspective on current and future economic conditions and industry trends
    Assess potential investment opportunities across traditional and non- traditional asset classes
    Generate ad hoc reports as necessary for presentations to internal and external stakeholders
    Support new business acquisition.
    Attend and present at clients’ board of trustee and annual general meetings Actively contribute towards coming up with superior asset allocation and security selection decisions.
    Construct and rebalance portfolios
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
    Delegated Authority: As per the approved Delegated Authority Matrix

    Key Performance Measures

    Investment Performance
    Client and stakeholder relationship management
    AUM Performance

    Working Relationships

    Britam Clients
    Fund Management Team Uganda and Kenya

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required
    Knowledge and Experience Required

    Knowledge and applied professional understanding of fund management principles and practices of institutional investment management,
    Knowledge of capital markets
    Portfolio analysis
    Excellent organisational and analytical skills
    Report writing and presentation skills

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics or related field
    4 – 6 years’ experience in fund management with hands on exposure to equities, interest bearing assets, 2 of which must be in a supervisory capacity
    At least CFA level 1 qualification
    Member of relevant professional body

    Essential Competencies

    Deciding and Initiating Action – Ensures key departmental objectives are met, takes responsibility for decisions, actions, projects and people while focusing on achievement of departmental results; takes initiative and works under own direction; initiates and generates activity; makes quick, clear decisions with limited information available which may include tough choices or considered risks; decisions and actions take into account possible impact on all parts of the business.
    Leading and Supervising – Provides the department with a clear direction based on the overall strategic intent of the organisation; Building high expectations about the success of the department; motivates and empowers others with a clear sense of purpose; creates a positive departmental climate that fosters learning and development; acknowledges high potential talent; Recognize the potential of individuals sets and articulates the vision and values through own personal behaviour; Push autonomy and empowerment downwards through the department.
    Persuading and Influencing – Gains clear agreement and commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating to the benefit of the department; promotes the organisational strategy during departmental conversations; makes effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others; promotes ideas on behalf of the department and the organisation; makes a strong personal impact on others; takes care to manage the department’s impression and brand on others.
    Formulating Strategies and Concepts – Works strategically to realise organisational goals within the department; sets and develops departmental strategies; identifies and develops positive and compelling visions of the department’s future potential; Ensure departmental Balanced Score Card objectives and KPI’s are met and Exceeded; Ensure
    Personal Scorecard Objectives are met and exceeded; takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organisation; Work with direct reports to ensure the cascading of the strategic plan into integrated departmental plans that are meaningful to individuals; encourages others to take a strategic and long-term view in terms of the department’s future; Emphasise the impact and importance of individual contributions to the successful implementation of the organizational strategy in the department; Evaluate my own and others’ performance fairly and objectively; communicates the organisational strategy, vision and objectives effectively across all levels in the department.
    Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking – Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends; identifies business opportunities for the department; maintains awareness of developments, changes, Add value to the department by capitalising on new business opportunities; trends and possible risks in the department’s structure and politics; demonstrates financial awareness; Identify ways to increase the Britam competitive advantage, exploiting those that will bring the greatest return within an acceptable level of risk; ensures costs are monitored and controlled and thinks in terms of profit, loss and added value; Ensure that sufficient data about financial and other parameters of departmental performance are available; Interpret departmental information objectively against appropriate benchmarks.Planning and Organising – Sets clearly defined departmental objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing organisational and market circumstances; identifies and organises resources needed to accomplish projects; manages time effectively; monitors departmental performance against deadlines and milestones.
    Relating and Networking – Easily establishes, as well as assists others in building meaningful relationships with customers and staff across all levels of the organisation, inside and outside of the department; relates well to people at all levels; facilitates the resolutions of conflict and manages disagreements with tact and diplomacy.
    Creating and Innovating – Promotes departmental improvement within relevant scope of influence; produces and encourages new ideas, approaches, or insights; creates the environment for innovative products or designs; produces a range of solutions to the strategic benefit of the department.
    Adhering to Principles and Values – Upholds and encourages ethical behaviour and organisational values; demonstrates integrity; promotes and defends equal opportunities, builds diverse teams; encourages departmental and individual responsibility towards the community and the environment; models the organisational values during every day interactions.
    Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives- Accepts and tackles demanding departmental and personal goals with enthusiasm; leads by example by working hard and putting in longer hours in order to ensure successful implementation and completion of projects; show self-insight in own development needs.
    Adapting and Responding to change – Anticipates and effectively adapts to changing circumstances and ambiguous situations; accepts and actively drives new ideas and change initiatives; adapts interpersonal style to suit different individuals or situations; Monitor changes in departmental issues, structures and dynamics and appreciate their implications for the business; Demonstrate an understanding of the links between the Britam’s structure, goals and capabilities; Constantly aware of competitors, trends and changes in the markets that the Britam works within; Maintains a focus on key priorities and deliverables, staying resilient in the face of pressure; Implement changes within my department to achieve set change goals; Responds flexibly to changing circumstances; Recognises when unable to cope and asks others for help; Uses change as an opportunity to improve ways of working, encouraging others’ buy-in; Takes ownership for communicating change initiatives clearly, ensuring smooth implementation
    Analysing – Strategically analyses sources of information, breaking them into component parts, patterns and relationships; makes rational judgements from the available information and analysis; demonstrates an understanding of how one issue may be part of a much larger system.
    Cost Management- Demonstrates an awareness of financial issues affecting my department; Use financial information to monitor departmental performance and guide decisions; Consistently identify opportunities to reduce costs within my department.
    Staff development- Create a positive departmental climate that fosters learning and development ; Identify development needs within my department; Ensure direct reports have personal development plans in place that are regularly reviewed; Provide honest and constructive feedback on my team’s performance; Act as coach or mentor when appropriate; Allocate power, responsibilities and authority to appropriate subordinates.

     
    Qualified candidates as per requirements are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Business Planning and Analysis Manager Device Manager Acquisition Manager

    Business Planning and Analysis Manager Device Manager Acquisition Manager

    Airtel Kenya wishes to recruit the position of Business Planning and Analysis Manager within Sales and Distribution Division. This role reports to the Head of Distribution and Operations.
    Key responsibilities:

    Provide Sales and distribution with performance reports on all KPIs such as activations, primary airtime sales, remuneration and business updates.
    Prepare weekly and monthly performance presentations for Commercial Reviews.
    Provide the Commercial team with distributor and staff monthly performance reports.
    Compute and disburse monthly distributor commissions.
    Provide Group office with updates on the Department’s initiatives and performance outcomes.
    Track, measure and evaluate all key KPI’s of new product launches
    Compute monthly Sales Incentives Programs (SIP).
    Develop, monitor and run recognition programs for Channel Partners and sales teams.
    In liaison with Head of Distribution and Operations, forecast, plan and monitor the department’s OPEX and budget.
    Manage, coach and develop a highly motivated team of analysts.
    In conjuction with Head of Distribution and Operations, drive and own Sales processes, policies and documentation.
    Work closely with IT to ensure that all reporting requirements are taken in to account.
    Liaise with Finance, IT, Legal and other departments to resolve issues affecting distribution partners and Sales teams.
    Support the Sales team in developing and implementing strategies and initiatives by providing clarity to other departments, Channel Partners and the field sales team.
    Liaise with other departments on business re-engineering processes relating to distribution team and Sales partner support.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics or Finance from a recognized university.
    4 to 6 years of varied experience in sales operations in Telecom, FMCG or banking (with knowledge of agency banking) industries.
    At least 2 years of working experience in managing a team.
    High proficiency and knowledge of advanced Excel and PowerPoint ,SQL

    Competencies and behavior

    Good analytical and problem solving skills
    Able to build collaborative relationships
    Good team and project management skills
    Displays entrepreneurial skills
    Customer centric with good business acumen
    Execution excellence
    Able to build self and inspire others

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  • Tax Assistant Manager IT Risk Analyst

    Tax Assistant Manager IT Risk Analyst

    Responsibilities

    Review, prepare, and file income tax, VAT, and Excise tax returns or review the tax returns before filing
    Coordinate financial reporting; prepare monthly analysis and financial reports; assist in the preparation of monthly reporting requirements to corporate office.
    Support the head of tax on tax related research and analysis
    Review reconciliations of tax GLs, Withholding income tax (Resident and Non Resident) Withholding VAT (resident and Non Resident) Deffered Tax, Prepaid Instalment Tax, Stamp Duty, Interest on Deposits, Withholding Dividends (Resident and non-Resident), Output VAT and Excise Duty.
    Review journals to streamline the tax GLs
    Review and ensure correct and timely payment of the monthly taxes (Withholding tax, excise duty, VAT)
    Identify tax reduction opportunities.
    Ensure accurate and timely payment of instalment taxes
    Confirm the expenses for allowable and non-allowable expenses
    Confirmation of additions or disposal of assets from the subsidiaries FAMS and correct classification for capital allowances as per tax law.
    Accurate and timely preparation and review of the deferred tax rate
    Compute the annual effective tax rate
    Review of contracts for financial and tax compliance considerations
    Maintaining a tax tracker on all tax issues arising and make follow ups and ensure they are conclusively resolved.
    Follow up with the respective departments to ensure on follow up of issues raised by the revenue authority
    Input and harmonisation of the defense on the issues raised by the revenue authority as presented by the consultants and the respective departments
    Identify tax risks and cost impacts
    Manage the workload of the tax group, including month-end closing
    Provide ad hoc tax data and reports as required by various internal departments.
    Lead/participate on a variety of teams in order to complete special projects
    Interact and coordinate requirements and activities with government and external auditors
    Provide training guidance, development, and problem solving to tax group
    Prepare reconciliation of tax accounts and maintain supporting documentation
    Maintain current and deferred tax schedules, return to provision reconciliations
    Assist with research of issues and monitor change in tax law
    Manage external Audits for both KRA and financial statements Audits
    Ensure adherence to KRA Tax Regulations and requirements
    Meet all other requirements as assigned

    Requirements:
     
    Education

    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law
    CPA K or ACCA finalist 

    Related Experience

    4 – 6 years of job related experience

    Skills / Knowledge

    Proficient in MSWord, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
    Ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment
    Demonstrates sound organizational and prioritization skills; high performance levels under tight deadlines
    High degree of initiative, personal responsibility and integrity
    Conversant in dealing with all Kenyan Taxes
    Thorough knowledge of Taxation Laws and of Tax processing systems
    Thorough knowledge of the Itax KRA portal
    In-depth knowledge of PAYE, VAT, Income Tax Acts, Customs and Excise Tax

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