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  • HR and Administration Manager Properties & Facilities Manager Executive Driver Call Centre Agent Litigation Advocate

    HR and Administration Manager Properties & Facilities Manager Executive Driver Call Centre Agent Litigation Advocate

    Our Client is a branding consulting design & innovation company committed to transforming SME’s & indigenous businesses into global brands through innovation and strategy alignment to fit the client’s specific needs. They offer services ranging from brand innovation, brand strategy, brand identity and brand alignment.
    Our client would like to fill the position of a Human Resource & Administration Manager who will be reporting to the CEO.
    Job Purpose/Summary
    The HR Manager will have the overall responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the HR function so as to help the organization achieve its purpose amongst other Strategic objectives. The jobholder will be responsible for the coordination of HR activities and overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the HR function while ensuring all staff have a conducive working environment for personal and professional career growth.
    Job Responsibilities
    Human  Resource Management

    Recommend and advice on Strategic HR planning for management and development.
    Assess current HR capacity and forecast future HR requirements.
    Develop and implement a human resource strategy.
    Advise the executives on HR best practises
    Carry out job evaluations and salary structuring.
    Liaise with functional heads in identifying the organisation’s development needs.
    Generate HR reports and give an informed update of HR activities.

    Human Resource Policies

    Monitor the compliance to HR policies and procedures.
    Periodically review and update the organisation staff manual and HR policies.
    Provide guidance on any matters/disputes related to the interpretation of the provisions of the HR policy manual.
    Update management on labour related legislation and practices.
    Design code of conduct, disciplinary procedure and grievance resolution processes.
    Develop and implement compensation and benefits policy.
    Interpret and apply human resources policies, rules and regulations.
    Identify needs for new or modified human resources policies, practices and reviews, and recommend amendments or actions accordingly as required.

    Personnel Record Management

    Maintain all personnel records and ensure they are updated accordingly.
    Compile and maintain Human Resource records.
    Ensure personnel files are filed accordingly.
    Ensure current and historical human resource records are filed and are easily retrievable.

    Leave Management

    Ensure the leave program is efficiently managed and accurately tracked.
    Provide line managers with leave balances to facilitate leave approval or rejection and guide on requests as per policy.
    Adjust employees’ leave days balance as of a specific date
    Update time earned, time taken and time remaining for each employee.
    Manage and evaluate the staff exit programme (conduct exit interviews etc).

    Recruitment & Selection

    Coordinate receipt of applications and organise for interviews and short-listing of candidates.
    Coordinate job adverts and ensure wide dissemination.
    Prepare offers of employment and employment contracts.
    Plan induction programmes for new staff within different departments.
    Ensure all new employees are well inducted and are given proper insight into the company.
    Prepare employment and consultancy contracts.
    Ensure all staff contracts are signed and up to date.
    Contract with vendors to provide employee services.

    HR Administration

    Advice on HR administration function and the different HR processes.
    Coordinate staff meetings.
    Ensure proper arrangement of office activities and meetings.
    Draft letters and respond to staff calls and emails.
    Ensure proper arrangement of office activities and meetings.
    Implement and review the benefits scheme (medical, pension, life cover, other cash and non-cash benefits)

    Performance Management

    Review and update the annual staff appraisal system tools
    Guide line managers to conduct staff performance appraisals effectively
    Design and implement an extensive staff development programme
    Design and review job descriptions for all positions in the organization
    Support in designing, implementation and monitoring of performance management systems including KPI’s
    Provide advice to staff and managers with respect to performance management issues
    Identifying and applying best practices and tools to help the company improve its performance

    Requirements

    Bachelor of Commerce degree in Human resource, Business Administration or its equivalent.
    A Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management with a practicing certificate.
    At least 6 years’ experience in Human Resource Management and Administration in the service sector with a fast paced working culture.
    Knowledge of Employment Act & Labour laws is highly desirable.

    Required skills and key competencies

    Excellent written and spoken English.
    Negotiations skills.
    Ability to clearly articulate how organizations can/should harness human resources as a strategic function.
    Ability to work under extreme pressure and a fast paced, dynamic environment.
    Flexible, empathetic individual who can maintain confidentiality
    Good supervisory and organizational skills.
    People management.
    Report writing skills.
    Holding people accountable
    Good planning and organization skills.
    Team player with proven leadership skills.
    Good decision maker.
    Delegation and management skills.

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  • Property Manager/ Valuer

    Property Manager/ Valuer

    Job Description
    The organization wishes to recruit qualified Ken-yans for the position of Property Manager/Valuer. The job holder must have experience in manage-ment of commercial, residential properties and valuations.
    Minimum requirements

    A holder of a degree in B.A. (Land Economics)/B. (Real Estate)
    Minimum 6 years’ experience
    Must have a Diploma Certificate from the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya.

  • Senior Tax Accountant Maintenance Technician

    Senior Tax Accountant Maintenance Technician

    Department: Finance and Admin
    Location: Nairobi
    Employment Status: Permanent
    Position Reporting to: Tax Manager
    Manages Others: No
    Job Purpose / Summary: The tax accountant position is accountable for the collection of tax-related information, advising management on the tax impact of various corporate strategies and doing tax compliance.
    Key Roles:

    Devise tax strategies to defer or eliminate tax payments
    Complete required tax reporting in a timely manner
    Prepare and update tax provision schedules
    Coordinate audits by various taxation authorities
    Research and correct process errors that caused incorrect tax filings
    Negotiate with tax authorities over tax payment issues
    Research the basis for tax positions to be taken
    Advise management regarding the tax impact of corporate strategies
    Advise management on the impact of new laws on tax liabilities
    Coordinate outsourced tax preparation work
    Assist in tax review of contracts
    Prepare estimated tax payments.
    Perform year-end accrual review and prepare the tax provision.
    Prepare various countries income tax computations including deferred tax and Income Tax returns.
    Prepare/Review other various tax filings: Withholding Tax, VAT, PAYE, Excise Duty etc.
    Keep abreast of current developments in the tax area.
    Assist in financial planning and analysis.
    Identify and mitigate tax risks
    Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications & Attributes:

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business from a recognized institution
    CPA (K) or ACCA certification
    Minimum of 6 years post qualification experience.
    Previous experience with an audit firm will be an added advantage
    Fluency in English, able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
    Thorough knowledge of the East African tax practice and tax legislations plus have an awareness of constantly emerging issues
    A high level of proficiency in KRA’s iTax platform
    A high ethical and professional standing.
    Pro-activeness and a strong focus on the delivery of set targets.
    Ability to be creative and bring new ideas to the role and function.
    A positive attitude and passion to excel

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  • Senior Procurement Officer

    Senior Procurement Officer

    Ref: SPO/05/2018
    Reporting to the Principal Procurement officer, the Senior Procurement Officer will be responsible for directing and coordinating all procurement, stores anddisposal activities in the Company in liaison with Head of Procurement.
    Key Responsibilities

    Consolidate requirements and needs from all user departments/sections, and advise users on development of specifications;
    Assist in preparation and float tenders in liaison with the Procurement and Supplies Manager and drafting of awarded contracts;
    Monitor compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and regulations during evaluation of tenders;
    Review and approve floating and processing of quotations;
    Advice on safe and proper storage of stock and maintenance of stock levels and records; and
    Coordinate disposal activities for stores and equipment.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Is a holder of Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Business, Social Sciences, and Humanities and Arts or equivalent in a related field from a university recognized in Kenya;
    Has not less than (six) 6 years’ working experience with at least three (3) years served as Procurement and Supplies Officer or similar role;
    Experience in marine transport industry is an added advantage.
    A Post Graduate qualification in Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies and/or Supply Chain Management;
    Hold valid membership to Kenya Institute of Supply Chain Management (KISCM), be in good standing, and have valid practicing certificate, as stipulated in the Supplies Practitioners Management Act 2007; andSatisfy requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

    Candidates who previously applied for this position can re-apply
    Kenya Ferry Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity within the organization.
    All appointments shall be on permanent and pensionable terms.
    Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited and its member firms.

  • Finance Business Partner, Consumer Healthcare – CH

    Finance Business Partner, Consumer Healthcare – CH

    Your Responsibilities:
    To support the Head of Finance in all aspects of Business Partnering and Management Reporting and Control. Responsible for all elements of the management P&L and commercial performance of East Africa CH. To work closely with commercial departments as a business partner to deliver the short, medium and long term objectives.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Business Management, Business Partnering and Decision Support

    Driving a process of continuous improvement in business partnering which enhances the understanding of the Executive and Senior Management teams of their key financial performance drivers and business performance issues.
    Support the Sales and Marketing teams in strategic brand decisions- efficient investment behind brands, timely delivery of profitable NPIs, Nielsen report analysis and reviews.
    Drive and challenge business units on their assumptions of how they will successfully execute their plans.
    Ensure viability of Business Cases and Proposals for promos, NPI and ad- hoc projects.
    Participating in and contributing to Senior Management meetings as requested by the Head of Finance.
    Supporting the Head of Finance in contributions to the development and delivery of Corporate Plans and objectives for the Organization.
    Dedicated Finance Business Partner to Sales and Marketing.

    P&L Management

    Active management of gross margins, cogs, cogs mix and gross to net ratios for East Africa.
    Ensure proper governance on revenue recognition including accuracy and adequacy of Sales Accruals on the balance sheet.
    Own the month- end accrual process for A&P and General OPEX.
    Drive performance and decisions of various P&L components for East Africa CH.
    Review, monitor and highlight variances.
    Investigating exceptions and facilitating corrective action.

    Budgeting and Forecasting- East Africa CH Operations

    Support the complete budgeting & forecasting process for East Africa CH operations.
    Own the budgeting & forecasting process for specific market cluster within the East Africa CH business.
    Work with various stakeholders in planning strategies and methodologies for the budgeting process.
    Ensure accuracy of budgets and rolling forecasts submitted to above country.
    Play a key role in the profit reviews.
    Represent Finance at the monthly sales & marketing/ pre- DRM meeting to provide insights and drive alignment of content and output with the overall business objective.
    Drive implementation of budget assumptions in Price reviews- ensure tracking mechanism is in place.

    Reporting and Governance

    Deliver monthly Sales, OPEX, A&P and Finance Dashboard to all relevant internal stakeholders.
    Timely submission of the various regional/ above country reports on sales, PV analysis, innovation, gross margins, headcount, working capital.
    Ensure compliance to International Finance Reporting Standards ( IFRS).

    Why You?
    Basic qualifications:

    Bachelors degree in Finance
    Recognized, professional accounting qualification
    Minimum 6 years experience in a busy finance environment

    Preferred qualifications:
    Strong business partnering experience

  • Public Relations Manager

    Public Relations Manager

    Job Responsibilities

    Manage and grow the existing client portfolio, consisting of some leading and demanding corporate organizations in the country
    Manage the day-to-day operations of the agency, including mentoring, giving guidance, motivating and managing a team of client service executives, business development personnel, administration, as well as creative/design teams.
    Identify existing business opportunities both from within the existing clients as well as scouting for new clients
    Manage and maintain satisfactory relations with senior managers from the existing and prospective client portfolios
    This position calls for an all-rounded candidate, and shall be sorely responsible for all the operations of the agency

    Requirements

    Minimum of 6 years working experience in PR, corporate communications and Events management. Experience in an advertising agency at a senior level would be a definite advantage
    A degree in Public Relations or Communication or Journalism.
    A relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage
    Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (attach certificate)
    Excellent verbal and written communications skills
    Excellent people skills
    Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
    Proven track record of national and regional media relations; ability to build relationships in new sectors and verticals
    Experience in creating and managing key marketing initiatives
    Experience in building relationships with stakeholders at senior level
    Demonstrated confidence with agency and client teams
    Aptitude to work independently, manage and motivate teams
    Ability to identifying business opportunities in order to grow profitability of the agency.

  • Senior Program Officer- Resource Acquisition & Management

    Senior Program Officer- Resource Acquisition & Management

    Purpose of the Position:
    To support well-coordinated and targeted resource acquisition and donor/stakeholder engagement efforts based on WVK – L&R areas of priority. This assignment focuses on contributing to development of fundraising strategy, setting priorities, goals and budgets, researching and identifying potential donors and communicating with current donors, writing proposals, making presentations to donors and stakeholders and maintaining donor data base.
    The incumbent should deliver resource growth through:-

    Building and delivering joint donor acquisition and engagement plans as part of activities supported by the Livelihoods and Resiliency Unit (Food Security, Economic Development, Environment & Climate Change)
    Design and deliver specific activities to recruit new donors;
    Design and deliver communication plans to engage and uplift existing donors
    Write concept/proposal for Food Security, Economic Development, Environment & Climate Change;
    Working with the L&R Operations team ensure timely and effective reporting to donors;To effectively deliver this role, the incumbent will need to possess knowledge and experience with different donor guidelines and regulations to including but not limited to USAID, AUSAID, DFID, EU, UNDP, UNEP, FAO , World Bank, , COMESA and any other donors related to livelihoods and resiliency sectors.
    In order to successfully do so, the Senior Programme Officer must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.

    Major Responsibilities:

    Lead fundraising for the L&R sector 50%

    Fundraising targets for Livelihoods and Resiliency Unit set and reviewed annually in line with National office strategic priorities;
    Ensure that Concepts and proposals are written as per Donor/ Support Office guidelines and timelines (donor regulations compliance);
    Coordinate the technical inputs into the concepts and proposals;
    Concepts/proposals done in line with donor guidelines and fit into the Government ministries’ guidelines;
    Feedback mechanisms coordinated with donors;
    Fundraising data base in place to track achievement of targets;
    Coordinated contractual processes with donors, SOs or other stakeholders;
    Research new and innovative projects and ideas that will be developed further into concepts and proposals
    Ensure appropriate and smooth hand-over of any project funding to the operations for start-up and implementation;
    Maintain and update Donor database regularly;
    Update and maintain electronic Grant information on WV Central site, M Drive among others

    Engagement and networking for L&R potential donors 20%

    Develop and update Engagement and Fundraising business processes within the various functions in the organization;
    Coordinate donor engagement meetings and ensure representation of WVK at all high profile meetings.
    Develop Communication plan in collaboration with communications and Private Public Partnership functions to engage existing and potential donors;
    Profile World Vision Kenya through appropriate representation with Donors , Government , Peer Organizations and other key stakeholders;
    Ensure well-coordinated linkages and liaison with Support offices
    Ensure Donor expectations and SOs are met through a well-coordinated donor promise delivery model;
    Coordinate pre-teaming, teaming process and Agreements

    L&R Sector Donor attraction and retention 20%

    Maintain updated L&R Capacity Statements as per donor interests;
    Actively seek out strategic alliances with donors, NGOs, UN, governments, Support Offices, bilateral and multilateral agencies for purposes of coordination, marketing and fundraising.
    Proactively provide donor updates on existing grants and keep the donor relations on course;
    Ensure good donor and World Vision International Support Office relations by meeting all contractual obligations and achieve high quality planning and implementation levels;
    Ensure new and existing donor exposure to WVK’s impact within communities including round table meetings with leadership.
    Actively network and initiate strategic meetings between donor’s representatives and WVK.
    Coordinate development and review of appropriate sectoral marketing products for key donors
    Ensure Internal & external engagement business processes & communication protocol with Donors are updated and adhered to.
    Develop and roll out specific donor acquisition and retention strategies.
    Coordinate and ensure timely and effective reporting;

    Build Capacity of WVK to enhance Resource Acquisition & Management (RAM): 5%

    Coordinate identification of WVK staff capacity gaps at all levels (NO, Regional & County) in regard to grants acquisition and donor requirements.
    Build capacity of other functional staff for effective donor engagement process;
    Coordinate the development & implementation of NO GAM capacity-building plans.
    Facilitate capacity building on proposal development, donor engagement, WVK Branding and monitoring & reporting based on donor requirements.
    Roll out of GAM initiatives.
    Research, develop & implement new initiatives that make GAM function more efficient and effective;

    Other 5%

    Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee
    Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

    The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:-

    Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a livelihoods related sectors of Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Animal Production or Forestry. A post graduate degree is an added advantage.
    Minimum 6 years relevant experience, 3 in grant acquisition and donor engagement.
    Have broad experience working and fundraising for Food Security, Economic Development, Environment & Climate Change with international Non-Governmental Organizations:
    Strong grant writing skills; ability to develop quality concept notes, proposals, logical frameworks and reports under tight deadlines
    Experience in dealing with bilateral, multi-lateral donors as well as the private sector;
    Self-driven and adherence to timelines (able to deliver within tight timelines).
    Computer skills especially Microsoft word and MS excel, and ability to type over 6o words per minute
    Cross cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity.
    Ability to motivate multi-stakeholder teams and inspire teamwork and to manage donor expectations;
    Ability to work under tight schedules and with highly competing priorities.
    Ability to work with minimum supervision.
    Good presentation skills
    Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.

  • Senior Public Communication Officer Senior Human Capital and Administration Officer Senior Legal Officer Senior Internal Auditor Senior Supply Chain Management Officer Records Management Officer II Records Management Officer I Human Capital and Administration Officer I Internal Auditor I Supply Chain Management Officer I Senior ICT Officer Research/Policy Officer II Research/Policy Officer I Senior Research/Policy Officer

    Senior Public Communication Officer Senior Human Capital and Administration Officer Senior Legal Officer Senior Internal Auditor Senior Supply Chain Management Officer Records Management Officer II Records Management Officer I Human Capital and Administration Officer I Internal Auditor I Supply Chain Management Officer I Senior ICT Officer Research/Policy Officer II Research/Policy Officer I Senior Research/Policy Officer

    Minimum Qualification: Bachelor Experience Level: Senior level Experience Length: 6 years 
    Grade TVETA 4 Vacancy No. TVETA/28/JUN. 2018: (Re-advertisement) Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 96,300 – 127,800 pm
    (a) Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Senior Public Communication Officer will be responsible for the following:

    Analyzing information on programmes, significant events and impact on the customers in a specific sectoral area;
    Researching on possible causes of negative publicity on the Authority on both local and international press and developing appropriate strategies to address the situation;
    Identifying Authority events that require packaging for dissemination to the media and the public;
    Preparing and organizing fora where Authority policies, programmes and projects can be propagated and promoted; 30
    Preparing media supplements, documentaries, press releases/media features;

    (b) Requirements for appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

    Have served in the grade of Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of six (6) years with at least three years in senior management level;
    Have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism, International Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
    Have a Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism, International Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
    Attended a senior management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution
    Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.
    Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
    Have demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

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  • Regional Research and Learning Coordinator

    Regional Research and Learning Coordinator

    Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
    ROLE PURPOSE: As a key member of the East and Southern Africa (ESA) regional programme quality support team, the Regional Research and Learning Coordinator is responsible for supporting Country Offices in generating and using evidence to achieve impact for children. He/she will support documentation and dissemination of the impact of our programmes within and outside ESA region.
    Contract Duration: 2 years
    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Master’s degree in international development or in one or more of Save the Children’s thematic areas (e.g. education, public health, nutrition, child protection, child rights and livelihoods& food security)
    At least 6 years’ experience in program Monitoring, Evaluation and Research preferably in research focused positions
    Knowledge and demonstrated experience in leading the design and implementation of program evaluations and other research.
    Excellent written and verbal communications skills and an ability to produce and disseminate research and evaluation findings to a variety of audiences
    Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively in networks and communities of practice
    A flexible and resourceful attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload.
    Proven analytical and problem solving skills in order to understand the range and content of both development and emergency programmes’ work and provide practical solutions to operational challenges.
    Proven data analysis and report writing skills with proficiency in data analysis software
    Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;

    Commitment to Save the Children aims, values and policies, including child safeguarding and data protection.