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  • Risk & Compliance Senior Associate – International Development Advisory Services (IDAS)

    Risk & Compliance Senior Associate – International Development Advisory Services (IDAS)

    Purpose of Position:

    KPMG International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) wish to recruit a Senior Associate to provide risk management services and promote adherence to KPMG policy and professional Standards within the firm.

    Key roles and responsibilities

    The Senior Associate will have the following responsibilities:

    Ensure that the KPMG risk and compliance procedures for engagements, third parties and other aspects are followed in all aspects of implementation of the Program.
    In coordination with the Finance and Operations Manager maintain a risk and compliance checklist.
    Ensure all contracting procedures for third parties and grant recipients are aligned to the KPMG and Program risk and compliance procedures.
    Maintain an updated Program Risk Register.
    Review program and third-party documents as required.
    Review grantee contracting files and reports. 
    Assist in conducting risk due diligence of grantees. 
    Where required, guide the grantees on the risk identified and proposed mitigations as well as program reporting requirements.
    Advise on regular updates to the policies and procedures manuals of the Program.
    Ensure that KPMG standards are maintained across the Engagement and report on any form of non-compliance.
    Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

    Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree qualification in any business-related field. 
    Knowledge of data protection laws in East Africa. 
    Minimum 4 years of experience in a busy legal, compliance or regulatory environment. 
    CPA/ ACCA would be an added advantage. 

    Technical skills and competencies:

    Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal and risk requirements and apply them to practical business scenarios. 
    Good communication skills (written and verbal). 
    Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
    An eye for detail. 
    A high standard of integrity. 
    A high aptitude for learning and innovation

    Personal attributes: 

    Flexibility – ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines. 
    Self-driven and results-oriented – ability to work with minimum supervision.
    Team player with leadership capability.
    Training/ facilitation skills.
    Diligent and committed to excellence.
    A high standard of integrity.
    Excellent coordination and planning skills. 

    We offer:

    An exciting opportunity to work in a Big 4 firm with a presence across East Africa. 
    Continuous learning and development. 
    Exposure to multi-disciplinary and diverse teams. 
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative. 
    Opportunity to work in a driven and versatile risk management function.

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply: Filling the link is mandatory for consideration alongside your application to dasrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘Risk & Compliance Senior Associate – IDAS’ by 29 September 2024.

    Apply via :

    dasrecruit@kpmg.co.ke

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  • Senior Network Administrator Relationship Manager Assistant Relationship Managers – (Nairobi & Mombasa Regions)

    Senior Network Administrator Relationship Manager Assistant Relationship Managers – (Nairobi & Mombasa Regions)

    Job Purpose

    To Maintain & monitor core Network/Security/Voice Infrastructure in order to provide effective and efficient IT services and operational requirements for the bank’s data centers and enterprise network

    Key Responsibilities

    Research, design and present feasible and effective network solutions to IT management
    Understand, analyze and document the functional and non-functional Business requirements &align to IT requirements
    Assist in design technical solution architecture to meet Business requirements and ensure appropriate sizing of the technologies
    Reviewing technical design specifications to ensure they are aligned with the technical solution architecture & provides the estimated cost
    Install, configure, manage & monitor bank’s enterprise network for data, voice and security Maintain network lifecycle management: Planning Designing, Deployment and operational support and enhancements, upgrades & troubleshooting
    Liaise with vendors for installation activities of active and design passive-SCS Network Infrastructure for DC & Major branches & back office, get projects completed for HO & branches
    Key role in implementing successful long term and short term network/security programs/projects and work closely with IT Projects team
    Design and manage enterprise information/data flows and protection services which includes enterprise key management of network design and information protection spanning to database, file system, and applications
    Liaise with Security Compliance, Infrastructure Services & Application Services to ensure smooth operations
    Responsible to maintain the records of the audit programs both internally and externally
    Prepare and maintain excellent documentation of DC, DR, products, services and designs implemented for the Infrastructure department
    All the above accountabilities include but not limited to any additional/new tasks or responsibilities assigned by the line Manager.

    Job Specification

    Education · Minimum bachelor’s degree in science and computers engineering or equivalent

    Training / Skills

    Required CCNP R&S/ Security/ Voice.
    CCIE Certification Preferred.
    Network Management skills
    Project Management skills
    Process Management skills
     Hands on experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewalls, CUCM & Palo Alto Firewalls.
    Strong Knowledge and Troubleshooting skills of Routing protocols, Layer 2 Technologies & Network Security.
     Strong Knowledge of Network Monitoring Systems.
     Hands on experience with F5 preferred.
    Knowledge of Islamic Banking principles and Sharia laws preferred. ITIL, IT Governance, etc. preferred.

    Work Experience · Minimum 4 years of experience in similar domain

    Competencies

     Planning and Organizing
    Relationship Management
    Communication Skills

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    Send your CV and cover letter to careers@dibkenya.co.ke by COB, 22nd September 2024, Quoting Job Title as the Subject of the email application. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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    careers@dibkenya.co.ke

  • Assistant Sr. Grant Finance

    Assistant Sr. Grant Finance

    About This Role

    The position is responsible for reviewing and ensuring the propriety, accuracy, and completeness of grant financial transactions as a basis for reliable financial reports that are in accordance with ChildFund Accounting policies and donor specific reporting requirements. The position also ensures quality and timely donor financial reporting.

    Primary Responsibilities
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    The duties and responsibilities of the Sr. Assistant, Grants & Finance – Strengthened Partnership for Nurturing Care II will be:

    General Accounting and Bookkeeping:

    Ensure expenditures and supporting documents follow donor’s regulation/audit requirements and are coded correctly.
    Payment processing: matching requisition to LPO and invoices, ensuring they are duly approved subject to approval limits and raise payment vouchers for the same.
    Receive and review accountability declaration form. Suggest refunding if there are any rejections of expenses due to unacceptable supporting documents.
    Cash planning & management: ensure appropriate cash planning and management for the project.
    Participate in Country Office month-end closure processes and procedures.
    In partnership with Senior Accountant, ensure grants revenues are correctly recorded and appropriate ICR and Shared Program Costs are recognized/charged in accordance with Grant terms and conditions.

    Compliance and Reporting:

    Ensures that proper internal controls exist for all financial activities including compliance with donor’s financial regulations.
    Pro-actively rise issues and concerns with the multi-grant accountant to ensure ChildFund remains in compliance with donor contract and regulations.
    Prepare accurate donor financial reports in donor format in a timely manner.
    Support audit and internal reviews processes and the resolution and closure of audit recommendation/corrective actions.
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

    Required Experience and Education

    Bachelor’s Degree in commerce majoring in Finance or Accounting.
    Knowledge of Quick Books accounting package will be an added advantage.
    At least 4 years of professional experience in accountancy and administration in an NGO handling donor funded projects.
    Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to establish positive working relationships based on trust, friendliness, and respect with a high degree of analytical ability.
    Ability to manage interpersonal relations and work effectively with others, to establish and maintain good working relations in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment while showing sensitivity and respect for diversity.
    Capacity planning, organizing and self-direction, ability to work independently and under pressure for effective decision making, using common sense and professionalism.
    Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Products including excel

    Required Competencies
    ChildFund’s core competencies apply to every role in ChildFund and are tied to our organization values and the achievement of our Growing Connections 2030 strategy.
    ChildFund’s Core Competencies

    Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
    Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
    Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
    Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
    Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
    Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

    Other Required Competencies

    Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English.
    Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
    Ability to maintain confidential financial information.

    Apply via :

    nectchildfund.my.salesforce-sites.com

  • Program Coordinator

    Program Coordinator

    The Program Coordinator should be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, someone who pays close attention to detail and takes initiative. They should deeply value WomenLift’s mission and cherish human connection and relationship building both within the internal team and with external partners. They should have an eye to constant improvement and streamlining of systems and processes related to the East Africa Leadership Journeys. The ideal candidate should be able to work adeptly both independently and in a team. WomenLift team members feel closely aligned with our values and possess the ability to adapt while working in an entrepreneurial environment with a diverse set of teammates from around the world.
    This recruitment is for 1 full-time (100% FTE) position.
    Responsibilities And Tasks

    Key Leadership Journey Operations: Work closely with the East Africa Program team to establish clear timelines, systems and process for all end-to-end activities related to the East Africa Leadership Journey(s).
    Develop a solid grasp of WomenLift Leadership Journey systems and processes including tools, templates, technological platforms, and documentation protocols. In collaboration with the next level manager, take ownership for the contextualization and upkeep of these within region and share learnings across regions. Examples include:
    Key milestones, timelines, and deliverables related to East Africa Leadership Journeys including the annual Leadership Journey Calendar(s).
    Leadership Journey digital platforms such as Smartsheet, Slideroom, TechChange, Monday.com, Zoom, and SharePoint. Program Coordinator should be tech savvy but does not need to be an expert in all these platforms. Training will be provided.
    Monitoring Evaluation and Learning implementation processes.
    Support operations related to Leadership Journey (LJ) application process including application review, selection, and onboarding of cohort.
    Serve as the primary point of contact for the cohort and Leadership Journey support networks: disseminating key information to cohort, schedule touchpoints with facilitators, mentors, and project reviewers, and respond to any inquiries or needs.
    Refine and implement processes related to tracking, supporting, and evaluating cohort members’ leadership projects (LP). Share any feedback about LPs emerging from cohort with the hub team and contribute to LP template updates.
    Along with WomenLift Operations team, coordinate the logistics and event planning for 2 in-person residencies called Immersion and Lift-Off.
    Support the tech and programmatic production and delivery of the monthly virtual learning touchpoints attended by the cohort members.

    Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)

    Support all monitoring and evaluation activities as needed, including launching feedback surveys during touchpoints, and annual evaluations through email outreach.

    Collaboration with Communications Team

    Support WomenLift Communications and Alumnae teams to amplify the East Africa cohorts and alumnae community and support compilation of all the necessary information to effectively transition cohort to alumnae team after the completion of the Leadership Journey.
    Assist WomenLift Health communications personnel with development of East Africa cohort training materials including contributing to the creation of presentations, invitations, brochures, website collateral, social media assets, etc.

    Scaling and Quality Control

    Contribute to the creation of contextualized guidelines and templates related to scaling for the East Africa hub and help next level manager to proactively forecast increases in Leadership Journey needs and support recruitment for multiple journeys in a timely manner – mentors, coaches, project reviewers, etc.
    Identify and escalate challenges or needs related to Leadership Journey implementation to next level management in a timely manner.

    IDEAL CANDIDATE
    Education And Experience (Required)

    Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4 or more years of related experience in activities including administration, training implementation, program or project management, scheduling, tracking, and budgeting; or combination of education and relevant experience for projects of comparable size/complexity

    Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (Required)

    Commitment to WomenLift Health’s Mission, Vision, Values, Theory of Change, and unique positioning in the field
    Technological savvy and comfort with use of various digital platforms (e.g., Zoom, Monday.com, SharePoint, etc.)
    Demonstrates the ability to work well with key stakeholders and partners from diverse cultures and backgrounds
    Demonstrated success in following through and completing projects in a timely manner
    Excellent multitasking abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail
    Strong verbal and written communication skills
    Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others
    Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects
    Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in decision making

    Apply via :

    womenlifthealth.jobsoid.com

  • Jnr Sous Chef – Pastry Pastry Chef Hygiene Supervisor Front Desk Agent

    Jnr Sous Chef – Pastry Pastry Chef Hygiene Supervisor Front Desk Agent

    Job Description

    We are looking to grow our team and engage a highly motivated and passionate Junior Sous Chef – Pastry who will work closely with the team to drive and deliver on the Fairmont promise, turning moments into special memories.

    This position is responsible for assisting in supervising the overall pastry operations, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction through planning, organizing, directing and  controlling the operation and  administration. Ensuring all standards as set by the hotel and  regulated by local authorities, as well as all hygiene, cost control systems are followed and  maintained. At the same time to work closely with Food and Beverage and other operational departments.

    Key Areas of Responsibility

    Pastry Kitchen Operations

    Assign in detail, specific duties to all employees under your supervision and instruct them in their work, in order to manage the daily Pastry operation, quality control and food hygiene.
    Ensuring creative menu planning, all recipes and product yields are accurately costed, reviewed regularly, as well as MEP is done according to recipes, portion control and waste minimization.
    Ensure that pastry stock levels within the department are of sufficient quantity and quality in relevance to the hotel occupancy and forecasts.
    Collaborate with the Culinary team and Head of Pastry and respective and teams, to create a yearly marketing plan for the outlet.
    Check the taste, temperature and visual appeal of pastry items prepared to ensure that the quality and portion are consistent and as per specifications set out.
    Leading by example on all hygiene requirements (safe personal hygiene and sanitary food-handling practices, labelling and FIFO/FEFO practices)
    Ensure that all safety, health, security and loss control policies and procedures and government legislation are adhered to
    Practice strict control of food portioning and  wastage, ensuring gross food profitability

    Guest and Service Delivery

    Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels
    Responds to and handles guest priorities and  reports to seniors for further resolve
    Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including within pastry and bakery sections

    Leading others

    Work closely with leaders to understand all financial budgets and goals and deliverables
    Manage and provide leadership to all subordinate such as Chef De Partie -Pastry, Commis-Pastry as well as stewarding and ensure adherence to all company and hotel policies and procedures at all times.
    Project a positive and motivated attitude amongst all colleagues and conduct regular team meetings where active attendance is key.
    Ensure positive and constructive feedback on work performance is given to encourage a positive and eager environment.
    Set example to others on personal hygiene and cleanliness on and off duty.
    Perform other reasonable duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    College Diploma or Degree  in Culinary Arts – Pastry preferred
    Experience in Luxury hotel offering leadership in Pastry
    Minimum of four (4)years relevant experience in similar position, preferably in similar operations style and luxury property
    Strong working knowledge with computer, MS office, Opera, MC
    Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
    Passionate, energetic and self-motivated individual who can deliver exceptional performance.
    Excellent culinary and organizational skills.
    A team player with communication and interpersonal skills.
    Ensure consistency and people training, including development and continuous assessment
    Apply with up to date CV and Portfolio of own creative executions showcasing skills and techniques.

    Additional Information

    Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
    Learning programs through our Academies
    Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
    Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
    Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
    Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
    Work and learn in a remote luxury property

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  • Hotel Accountant

    Hotel Accountant

    Key Responsibilities:

    Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and analyses for hotel operations.
    Oversee and manage accounting functions specific to the hospitality sector, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
    Conduct tax planning and preparation, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax laws and hospitality industry regulations.
    Perform audits and internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data related to hotel operations.
    Provide financial guidance and support to hotel management and other departments.
    Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes specific to the hotel industry.
    Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and hospitality industry regulations.

    Qualifications:

    Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
    Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, with specific experience in the hotel or hospitality industry.
    Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar).
    Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
    Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
    Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

    Apply via :

    info@phinaconsultant.co.ke

  • SAHL Banker Manager, IFRS 9 Impairment Execution & Governance

    SAHL Banker Manager, IFRS 9 Impairment Execution & Governance

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers. 
    Maintain and grow the existing SAHL customers through enhanced Relationship
    Achieve the set targets in terms of numbers and values for both Liabilities and Assets
    Provide expert advice to customers on banking products, services, and principles to help them make informed financial decisions.
    Monitor and Manage SAHL customer complaints, constantly review service delivery standards and position staff in a way, which ensures maintenance of the highest service standards.
    Ensure Portfolio At Risk (PAR) for the branch SAHL facilities is below 5%
    Ensure timely and accurate collection of information & data necessary for processing of customer’s loan applications and account opening documents within SLAs.
    Participate in SAHL Banking product campaigns and provide leadership for sales team in cross selling SAHL products

    The Person

    For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following: 

    University Degree from a recognized institution.
    Professional Qualifications/certification in Sharia /Islamic Banking. 
    At least 4 years General Banking experience of which one must have:
    1-year Experience in Sales.
    1-year Experience in Customer Service/Relationship Management.
    1-year Experience Credit Analysis.
    Demonstrated consistent high performance in role(s) held in the last three years.
    Possess sound knowledge of bank products and ability to offer product solutions to business clients.
    Excellent communication and presentation skills.

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