MAIN JOB PURPOSE:
Safety Manager has overall responsibility for managing Safety improvement activities to achieve excellence in the business. To develop and maintain Safety Management Systems for Unilever Tea Kenya and roll out the implementation of Unilever and Local Legal requirements on safety.
JOB SUMMARY
Deploy the global/cluster Safety strategy, policy and standards to achieve excellent sustainable results.
Drive safety risk assessment and develop/implement appropriate controls.
Lead the Safety Pillar in accordance with Manufacturing Excellence.
Monitor site legal compliance and ensure the site meets all local/national regulatory requirements and Unilever standards, provide advice on national Safety legislation requirements & implement relevant procedures and policies
Assist to develop and lead the internal crisis committees and safety committee; support the in leading serious incident investigation and analysis
Conduct trend analysis from incidents, near misses, safe behaviour observations and deep compliance audits
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Graduate in Food Science, Production Technology, Agricultural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science or any other related field.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in a related field.
Prior Unilever experience will be an added advantage.
Job Experience: Experience of 6 years
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Safety Manager- Unilever Tea Kericho
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Accountant I – Tax Accountant I – Treasury Executive Assistant to MD General Manager – Internal Audit
Job Group 6
Job Ref No: KPC/ADVT/05/2017
Duration of Appointment: Permanent & Pensionable
Key Responsibilities
The position reports to Chief Accountant (Payables) is responsible for
Filing of monthly VAT and Withholding Tax Returns as per the VAT Act and Income Tax Act.
Filing and payment of Withholding VAT biweekly.
Computation of Corporation Tax, payment of instalment taxes and filing of Corporation Tax Returns as per the Income Tax Act.
Ensure tax compliance within the Company by keeping abreast with changes in Tax legislation and ensure implementation of the same.
Research & advice the Company on tax planning opportunities which will lead to lower tax burden.
Ensure compliance during payment processing by ensuring the correct Tax amounts are deducted and remitted. Ensure vendor master data is updated with the correct tax codes as per the act.
Work with the Tax consultants to come up with tax compliance guidelines for the Company.
Processing of vendor related payments.
Supervision of staff working under him/her and related responsibilities e.g. developing a committed and motivated team, staff appraisal etc.
Contributing to cross-functional teams.
Key Qualifications & Experiences
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or Finance.
Minimum six (6) years’ relevant experience.
CPA (K) or ACCA or recognized equivalent.
Membership to a relevant professional body.
Key Competencies
Considerable knowledge in tax laws.
Ability to meet strict deadlines.
Attention to detail, results-driven and has good analytical skills.
Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and prepare relevant reports for management.
Self-driven, can work with minimum supervision and for long hours if necessary.
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Dairy Technologist
Responsibilities for the Technologist Job
Conduct experiments in preventing bacterial increase in milk during handling and processing
Designing better packaging materials, dairy equipment and supplies
Develop new and improved methods in production preservation and utilization of milk and other dairy products
Improve pasteurization methods
Qualifications for the Technologist Job
Degree in relevant field of study ( Chemistry, Physics, Bacteriology)
Over 6 years’ experience in Dairy or beverage industry with a proven track record
Must have experience in both fresh milk and UHT processing
Must be specifically trained in Dairy Technology
Must have the ability to run a quality laboratory
Ability to work with data analysis and research software
Excellent communication and organization skills
Detail oriented – Must pay close attention to all the little details
Must be a person of high integrity and honesty
Logical thinker – take a step-by-step approach to analyze information and solve problems. -
Senior Supply Chain Management Officer Chief Legal Counsel
REF: ADMIN/SCMO/2017- SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER – KECOBO 8Gross Salary Range: KES 117,000 to KES 131,794 p.m.Duties and Responsibilities• Ensure efficient and effective procurement of goods, services and works in compliance with the established procurement policy and regulations;• Management and distribution of stores;• Provision of logistical advice to department and unit heads with regard to procurements;• Provision of technical advice to the tender and procurement related committees to ensure efficient and effective procurements;• Facilitation in establishment of required procurement committees to ensure regulatory compliance;• Facilitation of receipt on delivery of goods and stores to respective users;• Facilitation in the review of review of procurement policies;• Preparation of annual procurement plans;• Monitoring of stock levels for necessary attention;• Coordination of the disposal of unserviceable stores as recommended by the stores disposal committee;• Overall coordination of preparation of departmental performance contracts, performance monitoring and evaluation.Required qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Supplies Management or Economic from a recognized university with a Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies Management (CIPS) or;• Master’s degree in Supplies Management from a recognized university;• Be a registered member of relevant professional body• Demonstrate administrative and professional competence in procurement function;• Has served at the level of Supply Chain Management Officer for at least six (6) years.Key competences:• Reliable degree of professional and technical knowledge on procurement policies and regulations and ability to apply them;• Good understanding of Procurement Act 2015 and subsequent regulations;• Planning and coordination skills• Strategy formulation and implementation knowledge;• ICT proficiencyPersonal Attributes• High integrity and commitment to achievement expected results• Creative, analytical and innovative• Interpersonal and good communication skills• Good leadership and negotiation skills• Self-driven and able to multi-task
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Branch Manager Human Resource Executive Internal Valuer Relationship Officer – Intermediaries Division/Dept Underwriting Executive
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY The position is in charge of branch operations and ensuring that they meet or exceed set performance targets in respect to underwritten premium, client recruitment, client retention, service quality, debt management and expense control.
KEY TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Promote business growth and achieve set growth targets by aggressively marketing the branch to potential customers and increasing the services provided to existing ones. This will include monitoring market activities and identifying ways in which the company’s services can be improved and rendered more competitive
• Ensure that both internal and external reporting requirements are complied with fully and that reports are accurate and timely
• Ensure that branch operations run smoothly and profitably so that quality service is provided to customers at all times
• Set performance standards for the branch that are in line with the Company’s business targets and ensure that staff understand those targets and have the capacity to achieve them. This will include ensuring that staff are well trained in their jobs and regular monitoring of performance
• Promote a positive image for the company by ensuring quality service and professionally handling customer complaints.
• Improve business for the company by maintaining good customer relations
• Take charge of security matters at branch level and ensure compliance with set policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance on cash and carry regulation/guidelines and make sure the company credit policy is not flouted and be held accountable for the compliance of this guideline
• Prepare of monthly management report giving details of branch performance, business acquired and lost and feedback on market practices from customers for action or improvement
• Visit, develop and maintain good rapport with customers and handle their queries, and reporting on any significant/persistent concerns to management
• Analyse documents for the different classes of insurance to determine the degree of risk considering the underwriting factors for each particular class, determine and decline excessive risks
• Ensure all risk assessments and decisions are made on acceptability and costing
• Ensure business accepted is documented with agreed terms
• Direct involvement in business follow ups for existing clients and making decisions on renewal terms to apply based on past performance
• Maintain communication to agents, brokers, and other stakeholders to obtain further market information, quote rates, or explain the company’s underwriting policies
• Ensure renewal notice letters are sent to clients and following up if the renewals were received by the client
• Handle all human resource administrative issues of the branch staff regarding supervision and departmental requirement on staffing, appraisals, training, discipline and absence
• Provide technical guidance to staff
• Coordinating marketing drives and marketing activities for the branch and regularly submitting the periodic reports.
• Participating in building and enhancing good public image through various public relations initiatives.
• Validating all claims and ensuring that they are promptly communicated to the Claims Department and supporting documents submitted.
• Leading and motivating the branch team to ensure achievement of branch objectives in alignment with company strategy
REQUIREMENTS
• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent
• ACII / AIIK Qualification
• 6 years’ Relevant Work Experience
• Excellent Verbal and written communication
COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge in Claims, Underwriting and pricing
• Risk perception and assessment
• Ability to lead and develop others
• Ability to build relationships, innovative, analytical thinking and customer orientation.
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Head of Risk & Compliance Operations Manager Fraud Analyst
The successful candidate will have the following primary responsibilities:
Participate in the development and implementation of the vision, mission and strategic plan for the organization;
Leverage insights gained from customers, research on industry and economic trends and environmental information to improve business decisions and knowledge base for on-going operational and strategic planning;
Drive, track and monitor key metrics to confirm achievement of the risk and compliance plans and their contribution to the overall strategic business plan;
Develop a Group Risk Policy that aligns with Group strategic Plan;
Drive training & sensitization of employees on risk management & compliance;
Update and consolidate the Enterprise Risk register within the organization;
Prepare and present an annual Risk & Compliance Review Plan to the Board for consideration and approval;
Manage the execution of the Risk & Compliance assessment Plan;
Engage stakeholders through the risk & compliance review process ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed at all stages of the review process;
Facilitate statutory and external reviews;
Prepare and present comprehensive and insightful reports for all risk and compliance assessments undertaken;
Track and monitor all Risk & Compliance assessments findings and ensure recommendations made are addressed;
Design and maintain a responsive Risk Management team;
Hold full financial responsibilities for the Risk & Compliance function; and
Develop departmental budgets, schedule expenditure, analyse variances and take corrective actions to address variances.
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
Business Acumen;
Drive for Results;
Strategic Leadership;
Financial Acumen;
Analytical Skills; and
People Development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related from a recognised institution;
A holder of FRM/IRM/IRM/ACAMS or equivalent qualification;
Proficiency in computer software applications and GRC software applications;
A minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in Risk and Compliancein a reputable firm in a mid-senior role;
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Emergency WASH Technical Coordinator
ROLE PURPOSE: The Emergency Technical Coordinator – WASH (TCW), will provide overall technical support to all projects related to WASH in Somalia/Somaliland, both in emergencies and development. The Emergency Technical Coordinator – WASH, will have a leading role in the planning and implementation of the WASH programme including development of high quality proposals and provision of high quality and timely technical support to the filed team with particular focus on current drought responses in Somalia/land. Working under the supervision of the Emergency WASH TS, he/she will work closely with the programme implementation team and ensure high quality programme implementation. S/he plays a leading role in capacity building of programme teams, partners and other local actors in Somalia/Somaliland in WASH. The Emergency WASH TC will also play a pivotal role in providing adequate technical and monitoring support to the programme teams to ensure technical quality throughout the project implementation cycle. He/she will Play key representation role in front of donors and WASH partners and as necessary participate in WASH forums. She/he will work with other members in programme development and quality (PDQ) and Area teams to support area level advocacy on WASH.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Head of Health & Nutrition (solid line) and Technical Specialist – WASH (dotted line)
Dimensions: Save the Children works in 9 regions of SOMALIA/SOMALILAND with a current staff of over 500 and annual expenditure of approximately US$ 50 million.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Programme Development
· Provide high quality proposals related to WASH for children and other priority groups in Somalia/Somaliland with particular focus on current drought responses.
· Provide technical support to SCI teams in designing, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating project activities
· Work with area teams to provide technical inputs to develop high quality concept notes and proposals related to WASH as mandated under WASH strategy
Technical Capacity Building and Support
· In close discussion with the WASH Technical Specialist based in the field undertake regular frequent field visits to each programme areas to review programs and build field staff and implementing partner’s capacity in quality programme implementation.
· Build the humanitarian response capacity of field team to be able to cope with the increasing severe drought of Somalia.
· Work with the WASH TS to build technical capacity of the area teams and partners to produce top class donor reports.
· Support the Area team in identifying and addressing technical gaps in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of nutrition projects,
· Monitor the capacity building and community mobilization activities, advocacy sessions for quality assurance and prepare review reports with recommendations for continuous quality improvement in collaboration with MEAL team
· Support the area team to ensure child participation and community involvement in the project cycle management
Representation and Advocacy
· Work with other members of SCI including the communication manager to support Area/operations teams in developing local-specific advocacy strategies and messages in WASH
· Attend and Represent SCI monthly WASH cluster meetings in Nairobi and all drought related meetings or of any WASH related forums in Nairobi.
· Support Area teams as requested and build their capacity to lead representation and advocacy in technical, government and civil society fora within the Area, related to WASH
· Represent Save the Children’s Somalia/Somaliland programme in external fora as delegated by WASH TS
· Support project managers in documenting best practices and lessons learned in the curse of the programme implementation.
Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation
· Undertake and lead rapid assessments in emergencies and standard surveys and generate quality assessment and survey reports
· Assist the Area teams through regular supervision and quality monitoring
· Support Area teams and partners to carry out regular monitoring to measure and report on achievement and progress towards project objectives and results.
· Organise periodic technical project review meetings with Area teams (programme/project managers) and consortium partners and internally share progress and action
· Carry out field monitoring visits to document observations and experiences and share them with Area and PDQ teams and contribute for improvement of Programme quality
People Coordination and Support
· Work closely with quality programme and operations team in a matrix management environment for development and implementation of high quality projects in WASH both in development as well as emergency situations
· Provide support and constructive feedback for learning and development and capacity building of relevant staff managing nutrition related programmes/projects in the areas
· Support the development of an organisational culture that reflects our dual mandate values, promotes accountability and high performance, encourages a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation, and frees up our people to deliver outstanding results for children and excellent customer service for our members and donors.
COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)
Delivering Results:
· Maintains a broad strategic perspective at the same time as an awareness of the detail of a situation
· Establishes clear and compelling objectives with teams and individuals and monitors progress and performance
· Creates and applies measures and metrics to track performance
· Holds others accountable for achieving results and challenges underperformance
· Demonstrates financial awareness and a concern for cost effectiveness
Applying Technical and Professional Expertise:
· Makes decisions based on professional expertise and experience without deferring unnecessarily to others
· Shares knowledge and best practice on technical solutions so that others can make best use of that expertise
· Actively seeks new ways to develop the application of technical and professional standards within the team
Problem Solving and Decision Making:
· Gathers the right information and uses critical thinking to make effective and timely decisions
· Knows when to involve others in a decision
· Demonstrates awareness of the wider external influences that impact on decision making
· Analyses and exercises judgment in challenging situations in the absence of specific guidance or knowledge of the full facts
· Evaluates the opportunities and risks of each idea and solution to make informed strategic decisions
Working effectively with others
Actively listens to new and different perspectives and experiences of those they work with
Proactively supports team members and trusts their capabilities
Demonstrates understanding of their skills and how they complement those of others within diverse teams and groups
· Clarifies their role and responsibilities within the team to maximise impact
Networking
· Builds trust with contacts through openness and honesty
· Participates effectively in sensitive, complex and/or high impact relationships and networks
· Builds strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
· Spots opportunities to bring together partnerships/working alliances that have not been used before
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Degree in public health/civil or water engineering or a related field. Solid experience in WASH related programmes including in emergency context is needed if the qualification is not public health
Recommended minimum of six years of relevant technical experience including two years at senior level
Proven skills and experience in undertaking assessments and designing/writing quality technical proposals in the sector
Proven experience in programme development, project cycle management and monitoring and evaluation related to the sector including writing up high quality project/donor reports
Proven experience of developing and managing high quality, innovative and cost-effective technical WASH projects in fragile and insecure environments, preferably in Somalia context and with International NGOs
Proven experience and skills in advocacy and building work relationships with local/national governments and influencing institutional, private and/or corporate donors
Solid experience and excellent skills in capacity building of systems, staff, partners and other actors related to WASH
Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
Willingness to be deployed part or full time in to emergency response as per need and as directed
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
Commitment to Save the Children values
CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICY:
Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SCI must sign the Child Safeguarding – Declaration of Acceptance Form] and comply with the SCI’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SCI’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.
This extends not only to children with whom SCI and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. SCI believes that the situation of children must be improved through the promotion of their rights supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children International’s Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to. x;[m!V -
Head of Business
Job Details
Daima Media Services Limited is a young and vibrant production house that specializes in high quality audio and visual productions.
Roles & Responsibilities
Design and create marketing strategies and programs to with a bid to create awareness and subsequent increase of sales revenue.
Oversee all the tendering processes of the company and ensure that the process is of impeccable integrity, flawless, compliant to relevant laws and cost effective.
Manages all client requests, business relationships and develop strategies in maintain the existing business accounts so that they remain health all year long
Set targets for the sales team under SMART guidelines
Support the corporate values amongst the sales and Marketing unit staff
Oversee and supervise all business development activities by offering technical advice and proactively leading the exercises internally and externally, organizing travel logistics and supporting administrative needs of participants.
Oversees and participate in establishment of business objectives, developing budgets, and providing summaries of company marketing program performance
Manages all aspects of clients’ jobs for successful implementation. Includes, but not limited to, Production of Documentaries, Radio Adverts, TV Commercials, Videography and Photography services.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing programs (ROI & measurements) and recommend opportunities for the future improvements
Qualifications and Experience • Must have a bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration or equivalent from a recognized university • An MBA in marketing and strategic Management is an added advantage • Must have a minimum of 6 years’ relevant work experience at senior management level; • Vast experience in a Production company is an added advantage. Required Skills and Personal Attributes • Excellent leadership skills. • Great Commercial Acumen • Excellent Business Communication Skills • Awareness of procurement regulations in Kenya • A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills; • Impeccable Integrity -
Deputy Company Secretary & Legal Counsel
Job PurposeTo provide legal support to Barclays Bank of Kenya and other associate companies in Kenya.To identify and managing legal risk in the SBU, liaising directly with the businesses as appropriate.To provide Company Secretarial services to select associate companies of Barclays Bank of Kenya.To act as liaison and provide organisational and administrative services to the East African Governance & Control CommitteeMain accountabilities and approximate time splitLegal Time Split% (40%)
Supporting the long-term growth of the business by providing pragmatic and effective legal advice to manage legal risk across the business and assist in the design and implementation of procedures to manage, at an appropriate level, this risk.
Ensuring that all aspects of legal risk are identified covered and controlled in the implementation of new projects, systems, procedures and products.
Developing and delivering strategic legal risk management initiatives.
Ensuring best practices are adopted and guidelines complied with, and that all activities comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Ensuring that changes and developments in legislation, regulations, guidelines and practices affecting the markets in which Barclays Kenya operates are analysed, evaluated and reported as required. Management & Financial information
Identifying and meeting management information requirements for the measurement of legal risk exposure, performance (both of internal and external legal resources) and productivity.
Managing and controlling external legal resources in terms of cost and performance, including negotiation and settlement of external lawyers’ fees.
Act as liaison between banking personnel and external legal advisors as appropriate.
Service management Contribute to the development of Barclays Kenya strategy through the identification of legal risk.
Liaising with the Heads of Functions & Departments to ensure that these teams are able to meet the ongoing requirements of the business
Controls :
Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.
Company SecretarialTime Split% (50%)ResponsibilitiesThe following Company Secretarial responsibilities for select associate companies of Barclays Bank of Kenya
Delivery of high level business information/data relating to local and regional business activities
Channel for distributing and receiving information critical to Group Corporate Secretariat (GCS) as required
Monitoring compliance with GCS and Group policies
Formulating standards and policies within Kenya and the region and for the Function
Assisting with annual audit of companies and directors
Identify risk and problem areas in the business that need assistance
Organisation of Board & Board Committee Meetings
Preparation of Board Minutes, Resolutions, Powers of Attorney etc;
Maintenance of statutory records;
Organisation of General Meetings
Filing of Statutory Returns and Procurement of required Licences
Board Management including induction, training and development of Directors
Provision of company secretarial services and advice to senior management, including listing obligations (debt and equity), AGM, Report and Accounts etc.
Responsibility for process of notifications to the regulatory authorities.
Management of database of information on Group companies and directors.
Monitoring and implementing appropriate Corporate Governance regulatory and statutory developments.
Managing the Company Secretarial budgets.
Team LeadershipTime split%: 10%
Provide education, training and support to the businesses on relevant legal risk issues and developments as appropriate.
Ensure an up to date and relevant knowledge of principal areas of law and practice in all relevant jurisdictions.
Risk and Control
“Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.”
Technical Skills / Competencies
Ability to develop and support internal clients
Prioritising
Strong commercial/legal risk management focus
Strategic planning
Project and resource management
Delivery under pressure
Effective communicator
Analytical, problem solving skills with the ability to develop imaginative solutions
Networking skills
Ability to pull together and mange ad hoc teams & resources to deliver timely and effective solutions
Knowledge, Expertise And Experience
Experience of a significant number of those areas of business law relevant to Barclays Kenya namely Company Law, lending, products litigation, employment law, commercial contracts
Understanding of Barclays Kenya’s strategy, business and markets
Strong technical legal ability
Knowledge of Financial Services sector
Understanding of Barclays Group strategy, business & markets
Wide experience and full understanding of legal risk management
Company secretarial, compliance and investor relations
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya/Solicitor/Barrister (or equivalent)
Certified Public Secretary
At least 6 years PQE of legal risk management in banking law / financial services law within the banking sector or the equivalent in a busy corporate body or law firm of good repute.
Masters or advanced degree in law or business would be an added advantage
Barclays Guiding PrinciplesApprovalsThe guiding principles provides a framework for how we in Barclays work together and how we serve our customers and the communities we are in
Respect
Integrity
Service
Excellence
Stewardship