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Job Experience: Experience of 4 years

  • Projects And Premises Officer

    Projects And Premises Officer

    Division: Finance
    Reporting to: Senior Manager, Premises
    Position Scope: The successful candidate will be responsible liaising with technical service providers’ to ensure that tasks are carried as per the agreed standards and on time.
    He or She will oversee adherence to SLA’s with vendors in accordance with Contract Agreements and invoke penalties through the right channels in case of breaches.
    Key responsibilities:

    Management of helpdesk issues as per agreed SLAs
    Management of generators, UPS, air conditioners, and all other electrical equipment to ensure that they are attended to by service providers and within specified time frame as per service level agreements.
    Ensure equipment acquired by the bank is of high quality and provide technical support to procurement team in achieving best prices on purchases and repairs.
    Manage day to day facility management issues and deal with performance management on service delivery through appraisal of service providers.
    Manage costs of maintenance in line with the budget and develop cost saving initiatives.
    Coordinate energy management strategies and become a lead energy champion for the bank.
    Develop and implement conservation strategies.
    Ensure compliance of all statutory requirements in the assigned premises.
    Oversee occupational health and safety matters including implementation of OSHA Bank policy.
    Develop and implement service charts for preventive/breakdown maintenance for all equipment.

    Education, Skills & Experience:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or related field.
    Minimum of 4 years working experience in Projects and Premises management or a similar field.
    Project Management Certification (Prince 2 or PMP) will be an added advantage.
    Certification in Premises/Facility Management or related training will be desirable
    Adequate knowledge in technical issues to manage a multi-skilled team (Consultants, Contractors, Plumbers, handymen, technicians, Electricians).
    Experience in using ERP and customer service systems.
    Skill in computer aided design.
    Site supervisory skills and interpersonal skills.
    Excellent organizational, customer service and time management skills.
    Experience managing interfaces with statutory bodies
    Report writing

  • Teachers – All Subjects Head Teacher

    Teachers – All Subjects Head Teacher

    Our Work Environment: If the thought of being in a highly structured, fast paced, activity filled, challenging and demanding work environment is anything that interests you; we would like to hear from you.
    Our ideal candidate: If you are a person who values integrity, excellence and professionalism and with a track record of excellent academic performance and reputable discipline you are very likely to fit into our organization and we would like to hear from you.
    Reports to the Deputy Head Teacher – Academics
    Key Responsibilities

    lesson planning and preparation
    checking pupils’ work
    attending parents’ evenings
    running extracurricular activities
    undertaking professional development
    Maintaining productive working habits and discipline in the classroom.
    Supervising students throughout the day, both in the classroom and outside during breaks.

    Minimum required qualifications & experience

    Trained P1 teacher / Degree in Education
    Must be active in extra-curricular activities
    4 years’ work experience teaching a candidate class in any of the primary level subjects

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  • Driver

    Driver

    Location: Head Office (Ruiru, Kiambu County)
    Employment Period: tbd
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide safe transportation for all passengers in the vehicle
    Respect and obey all traffic laws and also adhere to KGN vehicle policies and procedures
    Maintain daily Vehicle log record that is mileage and purpose.
    Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle both inside and outside at all times.
    Security and safety of the vehicle should also be considered.
    Transportation of project visitors and beneficiaries as required by the project management.
    Provide assistance with loading and unloading of the car.
    Perform any other duties assigned to them.

    Qualifications

    Must be at least 28 years of age with experience of at least 5 years extensive driving experience.
    Current driving license free from current endorsements and valid for all the classes of vehicles which the candidate is required to drive including a 26 seater bus.
    Accident-free record within the last four (4) years
    Valid Good conduct certificate from Kenya Police Service
    Experience in driving and familiarity through urban and rural terrain preferred.
    Demonstrated punctuality, attention to detail, professionalism, patience, good humor, flexibility, and overall positive attitude
    Thorough knowledge of driving rules and regulations and be conversant with the Road Safety Code
    Good communication and problem-solving skills.
    Oral and written English language fluency
    Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure

  • Tour Consultant

    Tour Consultant

    Job Responsibilities

    Ability to handle effectively all aspects of Tour Operations such as itinerary planning, reservations, tour quotations and customer service
    Must possess knowledge of different inbound and outbound destinations
    Should have thorough knowledge of the East African Tourism product & designing of International itineraries and costing
    Design flexible tour packages, excursions, safaris and other related services in regards to tours to meet the needs of different clients.
    Manage customer inquiries and aim to exceed their expectations.
    Evaluate and recommend tours and travel costing that are competitive in the industry
    Prepare proposals and make client presentations
    Explore and identify new business opportunities in a competitive and rapidly changing industry
    Ensure client quotations are followed up for sales conversion.
    Research and constantly source for interesting product packages to meet consumer demands.
    Write & translate itineraries.
    Brief clients before a trip to ensure smooth travel,Liaise with hotels and airlines for group bookings,Liaise with tour operators / partners in other destinations.

    Qualifications

    Tourism Management Degree / Tours & Travel Degree / Business related degree.
    MUST have at least 4 years’ experience as a tour consultant
    Experience in liaising with international travel agents /partners,Excellent planning and organizational skills.
    Self –motivated, Confident and outgoing personality.
    Ability to multi-task and get things done to completion.
    A Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
    Excellent networking and prospecting skills

  • Branch / Payroll Accountant

    Branch / Payroll Accountant

    Reports to: Chief Accountant
    Are you looking for a JOB?
    One that is Orderly. Predictable. Safe. One with guaranteed outcomes, with set annual increments where you work strictly eight hours a day, five days a week, come rain or shine? If this is you, sorry, Kava is not for you. We don’t do safe and predictable.
    However…
    If you are seeking an ADVENTURE. A Space ship ride, more like. If you believe life is too short to be spent playing safe, hiding and posing. If you thrive in chaos and uncertainty, building stuff from ground up, only from your imagination (not Google). If you like dancing with fear of the unknown, excited at the possibility that your success will likely change lots of lives – for good.
    If this is you, then Kava is your kind of gig, and you’re our kind of guy. Apply now and let’s go disrupt something!
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Payroll & Payroll-Statutories’ Management
    Staff Savings Management
    Staff Loans and recoveries Updates
    Branch Petty Cash management
    Internal policies & Regulatory compliance checks
    Complete general ledger operations
    Draw up monthly reports and prepare analysis of accounts as requested
    Account/bank reconciliations
    Review and process expense reports
    Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
    Provide accurate documentation and feedback on field activities as per Kava’s standards.
    Assist other departments when called upon

    Qualifications

    Good working knowledge of all aspects of finance and accounting systems
    Excellent technical accounting and analytical skills
    Proven experience in preparation of accounts
    Excellent presentation skills – Ability to present complex information in a reasoned and logical way appropriate to a range of audiences
    Strong background in financial accounting. B.com/BA Diploma or Degree with specialization in Accounting
    CPA finalist
    At least Four (4) years proven accounting/financial experience
    Must have previous experience in a financial institution i.e. bank, Sacco, microfinance.
    Proper understanding of the financial industry, including regulatory
    Must have strong computer skills (Tech Savvy).
    Great team player

    Professional Competencies:
    The following are key competencies required of the role:

    The candidate must exhibit the following professional competencies:
    Strong analytical thinking
    Focus on customer service
    Multi-tasking / Time Management: Ability to deliver in a high-pressure environment
    Attention to detail
    Teaming / Collaboration
    Focus on Goals / Result orientation

  • Communications Officer – NGO HR Officer – NGO

    Communications Officer – NGO HR Officer – NGO

    Job Description
    They seek to hire a highly motivated and creative individual to fill a Communication Officer position.
    Location: Outskirts of Nairobi
    Gross Salary: 60k-80K
    Responsibilities

    Management of Communication plans, marketing, Initiatives and Processes
    Provide Support on Resource Mobilization
    Support Company’s Public Relations and brand expression processes
    Designing, Production and Dissemination of Corporate Materials
    Management of Company’s Website and social media platforms
    Manage Media Relationships
    Facilitate Documentation (Newsletters, stock answers to frequently asked questions, Publications), Sharing and Learning
    Database: Manage email contacts and internal folders and files for the communications department;
    Writing for web and summarizing technical and complex content into non-specialist language
    Writing policy briefs, press releases, liaise with journalists and respond to media and other influencers

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Communications
    At least 4 years work experience (with development, or philanthropy experience)
    Must have excellent computer skills including the ability to operate spread sheets and word processing
    Posses strong leadership skills and a person of high level integrity
    A portfolio of prior work done will be required
    Effective spoken and written communication skills
    Good Public Relations, Marketing and communication skills
    33 years old and above

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  • Branch Manager

    Branch Manager

    Job Description
    The Association invites application for the position of Branch Manager for its Branch in Meru. The successful candidate will be based in Meru and will report to the Branch Executive Committee through the Branch Chairperson.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    In charge of the day to day running of the Branch
    In charge of Human Resource Management in the Branch in liaison with the National Headquarters
    Liaise with the National Headquarters on Administrative and Policy matters as per existing YWCA Governance regulations
    Ensure Resource Mobilization for Branch Programmes and Activities
    Ensure timely reporting to National Headquarters; Branch Standing Committees and donor agencies as may be required
    In charge of the organization’s facilities in the Branch
    Coordinate all Standing Committee meetings and all other meetings at the Branch level as per YWCA Policy
    Maintenance of facilities
    Sustainability of the Branch
    Oversee and ensure effective Programme Management at the Branch
    Responsible for Financial Management at the Branch and ensure that Internal Controls are adhered to
    Ensure Development and adherence to Annual Plans and Budgets as per the existing Strategic Plan
    Participate in National meetings and events as required
    Ensure Membership recruitment, development and retention at the Branch level
    Ensure capacity building and orientation for staff and volunteers is done, in liaison with the National Headquarters
    Enhance fellowship among staff and members
    Networking and collaboration with partners undertaking similar activities

    Qualifications & Skills:

    Diploma in Business Administration/Management, Project Management or Community Development
    4years experience in a similar position is desirable
    Demonstrated experience in Programme Management and Community Development will be an added advantage
    Must be computer literate with report writing skills
    MUST be a Christian aged between 30-40 years
    Women are encouraged to apply.

  • Relationship Managers SME Relationship Managers Institutional Banking Relationship Managers Corporate Banking . Relationship Managers Trade Finance

    Relationship Managers SME Relationship Managers Institutional Banking Relationship Managers Corporate Banking . Relationship Managers Trade Finance

    Job description
    Are you a go-getter, positive minded individual? There are several opportunities for ambitious, self-driven individuals to fill the below positions within the Retail Banking department as well as the Corporate and Institutional Banking Department within Family Bank.
    Ref: RMSME/0503/18
    Reporting to: Head of Retail Banking.
    Purpose:
    This role will be within the Retail department and the purpose is to build, grow and manage a high quality portfolio of profitable SME customers for the bank.
    The ideal candidates for all the above roles must possess the following:
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Business or any related field.
    At least four (4) years working experience in a similar environment
    Strong presentation skill set
    Good analytical skills
    Knowledge of Institution Banking products
    Highly effective communication and collaboration skills
    High level of cooperation with others and is responsive to the bank’s and team’s needs
    AMC/CFT training/knowledge

    Key Competencies and Attributes for the ideal candidates:

    Builds networks and maintains strong relationships
    Able to listen keenly
    Pleasant and able to relate well in diverse social set ups and teams
    Upholds high standard of Professionalism, integrity and respect for others

    NB: You must Indicate the title and the reference number for the role that you are applying for on the subject of your email.

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  • Products Analyst (Enterprise Business Unit)

    Products Analyst (Enterprise Business Unit)

    Job description
    Brief Description
    Reporting to the Manager Product Solutions & Enablement , the role holder will influence the design of experience in Product development within the Enterprise Business Unit. They will play an active part in developing product experience frameworks, developing experience blueprints and, defining a differentiated product experience within the Enterprise Business Unit.The role holder will lead and ensure rollout of attractive and customer centric Products, Solutions and Campaigns that deliver above and beyond experiences, through collaborative and customer centered Product Development processes.
    Detailed Description
    General Responsibilities Of The Role

    Design and Implement Product Experiences: Design and Develop Product and Support Experiences along the entire customer lifecycle with a view to guarantee unmatched user experiences.
    Lead CX work-streams and Enforce CXX Deliverables across Enterprise product development phases in line CXX Product development guidelines.
    CX Roadmap for Product Excellence :Develop, Own and Follow through CX Roadmap for Products to ensure experience excellence ambitions are not lost but are scheduled, tracked and realized.
    Operational Efficiencies: Deliver costs savings by Analyzing demand emanating from product experiences and implementing initiatives that result in operational efficiencies within the product environment.
    Product Readiness Assessments: Ensure that customer centric UATS and Readiness Assessments are well executed to inform the CXX Go/No Go Decisions
    Product Decommissioning or Improvement: Provide insights that support decisions on strategic product decommissioning and/or improvements and steer experience excellence in product decommissioning.
    Enterprise Product Excellence
    Creation of requisite Product Excellence documents across all New Product Development (NPD) Phases right from CX Frameworks to CXX Go/No Go Advisories and Product In-Life reviews
    Wall walk stakeholders at each NPD phase to ensure right amount of attention is focused on customer experience deliverables
    Go/No Go Decision Reports: Ensure CXX Go/No Go Decision Reports are accurately prepared and all key stakeholders aligned well in advance.
    Monitor the experience of existing products, solutions and campaigns and institute corrective measures in collaboration with relevant Business Units and stakeholders, as need arises.
    In collaboration with the PSE Enablement Team, Ensure Enablement is smartly planned for during Products, Services and Campaigns development and seamlessly executed ahead of Launch positioning customer facing teams to deliver excellence customer experience with ease.
    Reporting Excellence
    Monitor and Track initiatives within your docketresulting in creation of both detailed and high level progress and focus reports.
    Timeliness, Relevance & Accuracy – Ensure that information is collected from the correct sources and reported on in a timely, relevant and accurate fashion whilst targeting all key stakeholders.

    Job Requirements

    Bachelor Degree or Diploma and at least 4 years working experience in a related discipline with a leaning on Technology and Human Sciences.
    Proven practice in a Customer Experience role that includes Design and Implementation of Customer & User Experiences.
    Demonstrated skill and experience in the delivery of Enterprise Services.
    Ability to communicate complex subjects in a simple way
    Ability to assimilate Technology and Customer Experience to output remarkable User Experience
    Strong in reporting skills including report writing and presentations.
    Capable of working in a complex organization, smart negotiator and able to build strong relationships and credibility without necessarily having direct management control.
    Strong understanding of Customer Journeys, design of touchpoint experiences and related global trends.
    At least 4 years working experience in customer experience environment
    (Added Advantage) Cross-channel experience in a complex go-to-market business.

    Additional Details
    Note to Applicants

    As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be expected to provide the documents below for verification;
    Applicable to Kenyan citizen candidates only
    Scanned copy of Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal investigation (CID Kenya) (Less than 12 months old)
    Scanned Copy of Certificate from a reputable Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
    Applicable to all candidates
    Scanned copy of your University Certificate/s
    Scanned copy of your National ID /Passport /Legal Form of Identification

  • Programme Assistant National Aviation Officer, NOB

    Programme Assistant National Aviation Officer, NOB

    Expression of Interest No. 001/02/2018
    Contract type: Special Service Agreement (SSA)
    Post Grade: SSA-5
    Duration: 6 months
    Date of issue: 1st March 2018
    Closing Date: 7th March 2018
    Responsibilities
    Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Information Management) and the overall supervision of the Head of Programme, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: –

    Compile and consolidate weekly programme highlights from all programme technical units and distribute to the appropriate audience;
    Provide data input and assist in the preparation of ad-hoc, weekly, monthly and other narrative reports;
    Attend the weekly management meeting and bi-weekly cash-based transfer working group meeting, take notes and prepare the minutes;
    Act as the alternate focal person and support the Reports Officer in preparing annual SPR and other donor reports. Also collect and compile information from the technical teams, reviewing narratives, entering data in SPRING and responding to queries/comments from the Regional Bureau and Headquarters’;
    Maintain accurate records and updated files for the Information and Reporting section;
    Maintain and update distribution data through a proper tracking system, to ensure consistency and accuracy of beneficiaries’ and MT data reported by the Area Offices;
    Identify gaps and suggest/implement solutions which directly improve the management of Programme Information at Liaison Office level;
    Liaise with field staff in Area Offices, Programme staff and other technical units at the Liaison Office to ensure consistency of information and compliance with established rules and procedures of data compilation and analysis;
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications:

     Secondary school education, preferably supplemented by courses in a field related to WFP programmatic activities.
     At least four years of progressively responsible support experience in reporting, development, food and humanitarian assistance, food security analysis, environment or other related field. Experience in information management, reporting, data handling, monitoring and evaluation of food security projects in a humanitarian context is desirable.
    Fluency in both oral and written communication in English is a requirement.
    Experience utilizing computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other WFP standard software packages and systems. General knowledge of UN system administrative policies, rules, regulations and procedures would be an added advantage.

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