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Job Experience: Experience of 4 years

  • Sales Manager Steward

    Sales Manager Steward

    Job Description
    The role works closely with other hotel departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the Sales and the Conference and Events office and prospective clients.
    Job Responsibilities

    This role reports directly to the Director of Conventions and Events at InterContinental Nairobi. As the Assistant Convention and Events Manager at InterContinental Nairobi you will be responsible for building relationships and networking, selling Conference and Events within the Hotel and outside catering functions, overseeing staff training and welfare, developing catering business and executing tactical Conventions and Events sales plans strategy.
    You will prospect and qualify new business and negotiate meeting room rental, function space, and/or hotel services within approved booking guidelines,review all Conventions and Events sales contracts, rate agreements, and/or banquet/catering event orders.
    You will also conduct pre-conference meetings with clients and pertinent departments to confirm all relevant details are communicated.
    The role works closely with other hotel departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the Sales and the Conference and Events office and prospective clients.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Sales and Marketing or a relevant degree.
    Minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role.
    A natural rapport with people to help you in your day-to-day dealings with the clients
    Diplomacy when handling complaints
    Sound sales skills as it is your job to improve bookings for conferences and events
    An ability to think laterally (Who is servicing your business at the moment and how could that be improved?)
    A cool head when world events look likely to impact on your business
    Should be proactive and demonstrate ability to anticipate guest needs
    Should have the desire and ability to learn in a highly pressurized environment
    Should have the ability to offer prompt service
    Should be flexible and adaptable

    In return we will offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we’ll give you Room to be yourself.

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  • Information Technology Officer

    Information Technology Officer

    Objective
    The Information Technology Officer will provide effective information and communications technology support to all staff on TIS+. He/ She will supervise and implement IT systems, policies and procedures; manage IT operational and administrative system; review and revise the SOP; conduct staff orientation and on-boarding processes related to IT; manage IT and communications related assets.
    Primary Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Oversee all IT systems and processes for the TIS+ program;

    Oversee all IT systems and processes for the TIS+ program
    Ensure maximum up time for internet access in all offices and for traveling staff;
    Ensure the quality and completeness of IT polices as well as conduct training for all staff members on what the policies are and how they are implemented;
    Set up new phones and computers for staff joining the program; provide and IT orientation to all new staff;
    Manage IT and communications assets; update OneSource and hand receipts;
    Copy exiting staff emails and files for retention;
    Troubleshoot all IT related issues for offices, end users, printing, etc.;
    Any other other duties as assigned.

    Reporting
    The Information Technology Officer reports to the Operations Manager
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related is highly desired; other certifications will be considered;
    Minimum 4 years IT support and/or management experience in a similar role, 4 years with a USAID funded organization would be ideal;
    Proven knowledge of USAID rules and regulations ideal;
    Fluent English language skills required; Somali language skills is highly advantageous;
    Proficient in Microsoft office suite trouble shooting with advanced knowledge of Outlook and email hosting;
    Advanced knowledge of MS Access is a big advantage;
    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
    A strong sense of ethics and honesty with attention to detail is mandatory;
    Good organizational skills and the ability to keep absolute confidentiality as needed.

    LOCATION:
    Nairobi, Kenya with extensive travel throughout Somalia as needed.
    Duration:
    One year renewable for up to an additional two years.

  • Assistant Conventions and Events Sales Manager Chief Steward Chief Engineer Minibar Attendant

    Assistant Conventions and Events Sales Manager Chief Steward Chief Engineer Minibar Attendant

    Job Description
    Do you see yourself as an Assistant Conventions and Events Manager?
    What’s your passion?Whether you’re into hiking, hunting or team sports, here at IHG we’re interested in YOU! We love to employ people who apply the same amount of passion and dedication to their jobs as they do to their hobbies – helping us to become one of the very best companies in the world. By sharing your expertise and passion, you will help us to achieve our vision which is ‘Great Hotels Guests Love’.
     
    This role reports directly to the Director of Conventions and Events at InterContinental Nairobi. As the Assistant Convention and Events Manager at InterContinental Nairobi you will be responsible for building relationships and networking, selling Conference and Events within the Hotel and outside catering functions, overseeing staff training and welfare, developing catering business and executing tactical Conventions and Events sales plans strategy.
    You will prospect and qualify new business and negotiate meeting room rental, function space, and/or hotel services within approved booking guidelines,review all Conventions and Events sales contracts, rate agreements, and/or banquet/catering event orders. You will also conduct pre-conference meetings with clients and pertinent departments to confirm all relevant details are communicated.
    The role works closely with other hotel departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the Sales and the Conference and Events office and prospective clients.
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Sales and Marketing or a relevant degree.
    Minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role.
    A natural rapport with people to help you in your day-to-day dealings with the clients
    Diplomacy when handling complaints
    Sound sales skills as it is your job to improve bookings for conferences and events
    An ability to think laterally (Who is servicing your business at the moment and how could that be improved?)
    A cool head when world events look likely to impact on your business
    Should be proactive and demonstrate ability to anticipate guest needs
    Should have the desire and ability to learn in a highly pressurized environment
    Should have the ability to offer prompt service
    Should be flexible and adaptable

    In return we will offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we’ll give you Room to be yourself.

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  • Assistant Conventions and Events Sales Manager

    Assistant Conventions and Events Sales Manager

    What’s your passion?Whether you’re into hiking, hunting or team sports, here at IHG we’re interested in YOU! We love to employ people who apply the same amount of passion and dedication to their jobs as they do to their hobbies – helping us to become one of the very best companies in the world. By sharing your expertise and passion, you will help us to achieve our vision which is ‘Great Hotels Guests Love’.
    This role reports directly to the Director of Conventions and Events at InterContinental Nairobi. As the Assistant Convention and Events Manager at InterContinental Nairobi you will be responsible for building relationships and networking, selling Conference and Events within the Hotel and outside catering functions, overseeing staff training and welfare, developing catering business and executing tactical Conventions and Events sales plans strategy.
    You will prospect and qualify new business and negotiate meeting room rental, function space, and/or hotel services within approved booking guidelines,review all Conventions and Events sales contracts, rate agreements, and/or banquet/catering event orders. You will also conduct pre-conference meetings with clients and pertinent departments to confirm all relevant details are communicated.
    The role works closely with other hotel departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the Sales and the Conference and Events office and prospective clients.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Sales and Marketing or a relevant degree.
    Minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role.
    A natural rapport with people to help you in your day-to-day dealings with the clients
    Diplomacy when handling complaints
    Sound sales skills as it is your job to improve bookings for conferences and events
    An ability to think laterally (Who is servicing your business at the moment and how could that be improved?)
    A cool head when world events look likely to impact on your business
    Should be proactive and demonstrate ability to anticipate guest needs
    Should have the desire and ability to learn in a highly pressurized environment
    Should have the ability to offer prompt service
    Should be flexible and adaptable

    In return we will offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we’ll give you Room to be yourself.
    So what’s your passion? Please get in touch if this position matches your skills and interests and tell us how you could bring your individual competencies by clicking “Apply Online” by 13th November 2017.
    We are an equal opportunity employer.

  • Digital Marketer

    Digital Marketer

    We seek to recruit an aggressive, confident, fluent, mature and creative Digital Marketing Manager to manage all communications, both internally and externally on full time basis.
    Job Responsibilities:

    Develop and execute a digital marketing strategy for IRES.
    Develop a website traffic plan and create goals and benchmarks to meet
    Generate monthly reports on our marketing campaign’s performance
    Build and execute social media strategy through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, and messaging and audience identification.
    E.O and moderate all user-generated content in line with the moderation policy for each community.
    Generate, edit, publish and share content (original text, images, and video or blog posts) daily and encourage community members to take action and manage e-communication on the social media platforms.
    Maintain a strong online company voice through social media.
    Suggest and implement direct marketing methods to increase profitability
    Stay up-to-date with digital media developments (automating tools, Keyword Research and Trafficking marketing).
    To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the management from time to time.

    Qualifications

    Should have at least a Degree in Journalism, Communications, Information Technology and Public Relations or any related course.
    At least 4years Experience in Digital marketing in the areas of mass emails, social media, SEO/SEM, blogging in any fast paced company.
    Should be self-motivated an able to work without supervision.
    Must be flexible, outgoing and a good time manager.
    Must be result oriented and someone who is able to work under pressure.
    Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking, up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement

  • Regional External Communications Manager

    Regional External Communications Manager

    Job Purpose:
    To oversee the development and implementation of a communications and brand management strategy for FilmAid in East Africa and to provide expert external communications advice for donors, partners and allies in East Africa in liaison with FilmAid International.
    Key roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    Communications

    Oversee the planning and implementation of all external communications activities.
    Develop and disseminate an annual communications plan in support of FilmAid’s annual program and development goals.
    Coordinate the development, production, distribution and analytical analysis of all external communications content.
    Leverage analytics to inform strategy, improve content engagement and extend the brand reach of the organization.
    Improve upon internal processes for coordinating content production and delivery from the field, under the guidance and direction of the Creative and Content Director.
    Ensure brand guidelines and the vision, mission and values of the organization.
    Grow the reputation of the Organization and visibility of the Brand
    Support the communications strategy and communications needs of FilmAid International’s headquarters in New York.
    Ensure all communications systems are working effectively in collaboration with the international team in US
    Work collaboratively with FilmAid HQ to update the external communications strategy and workplans for the year and jointly produce marketing materials for promotional and fundraisingcampaigns.
    Manage and oversee the implementation of FilmAid Kenya’s first Branding Guide and

    Communications Strategy

    Develop succinct communications messaging around complex humanitarian and development issues, including issues affecting health, education, protection, the environment, and other issue areas that affect FilmAid’s beneficiary population.
    Work with the FilmAid International’s communications team to research, document, proofread, and publish articles for multi-platform distribution (web, social media, mobile).
    Boost the Organization’s communications impact across the media spectrum to increase awareness and recognition of the humanitarian and development impact of FilmAid Kenya and in the region and engage our various audiences.
    Maintain and update the FilmAid Kenya website and all communication database systems including Mailchimp.
    Produce and publish email campaigns and monthly newsletters.
    Manage media relations: Set up media guidelines, organize media excursions, brief the media and ensure positive publicity of FilmAid.
    Plan, design and manage communication around events to promote and expand the visibility and the work of FilmAid in Kenya as well as encourage responsible reportage on beneficiary communities, with a focus on creating platforms for independent advocacy (such as the
    Olympics project in Kakuma Refugee Camp that was covered internationally).
    Lead advocacy through communications on beneficiary protection issues such as SGBV and other pertinent protection issues with various stakeholders including donors.
    Provide expert external communications advice for donors, partners and allies in the U.S./European/East African communities.
    Champion Ambassadorship through leveraging internal and external communication opportunities to inform, engage and inspire our internal publics and external stakeholders
    Monitor and evaluate the impact of our communication on the Organization’s reputation.
    Work closely with Creative & Content staff to ensure products maintain high quality for international communications purposes.
    Partner Engagement Management
    Develop & manage a partner resource index detailing partner contacts (Donors and other key stakeholders), stakeholders in each area of FilmAid’s program response, program support cycles, networks, affiliations and resources to anchor the program development strategy.
    Provide ongoing capacity building and support to all FilmAid Staff on partnership engagement and external communication strategies.
    Identifying, establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with refugee communities, donors, international organizations, NGOs, civil society actors, and other stakeholders.
    Contributing to FilmAid’s organizational strategic thinking and organizational growth strategy, workingwith Country Director, Program Director, HQ and other country programs
    Hire and manage partner engagement and external communications staff and media consultants
    Represent the Country Director in agency meetings and other meetings as need arises
    Under the guidance of FilmAid policy and partnerships agreements, develop Memorandum of
    Understanding guidelines and documents for working with partners through in-kind partnerships.

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    Bachelor of Arts in Communications, International Relations, Content production and / or any other relevant discipline.
    At least 4 years work experience on humanitarian or development sector managing external communication and partnership.
    Relevant experience working for a media company in PR, content strategy, or marketing.
    Highly developed website management skills and a minimum one year experience managing anINGO’s website and other digital media communication platforms.
    At least one year experience being producer for external communications materials including video and print for an international agency.
    Well developed creative skills in one or more of the following areas graphic design, videography, photography and editing.
    Highly developed communication skills and excellent command of English language, both written and spoken.
    Excellent analytical, decision-making, interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills.
    Commitment to humanitarian principles, including CHS and CDAC standards and values as wellas Sphere standards.