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Marketing Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Marketing Manager to join a well-established and growing team in Kenya Co-operative Coffee Exporters Limited.
We are looking for experienced professionals and innovative individuals with imagination and determination to deliver a clear vision and first class services. If you have an excellent sales track record in this area with solid experience in marketing and resource mobilization, this is an opportunity for you.
Reporting to the CEO – Kenya Co-operative Coffee Exporters Limited, the role holder will be responsible for developing and managing marketing related activities for the growth of the organization’s business and contribution to the bottom line. He/she will also be required to work with other departments to explore possible business opportunities aimed at increasing sustainable profitability and market share while maintain the reputation of the organization.
The Role
Specifically, the successful jobholder will be required to:

Oversee the development and implementation of strategic initiatives for marketing and selling company products with a focus on growing business volumes, customer base and income.
Develop models that increase the organization’s market share as well as having regular reviews of the performance of the organization’s products and services.
Develop and implement initiatives for maintaining strong relationships with existing customers as well as develop new relationships that guarantee business growth.
Provide leadership to the department by walking with the team, coaching, providing the necessary enablement and guiding on operational excellence matters as well as preparing tactical plans and setting goals.
Carry out market intelligence and market research to identify needs of KCCE and its subsidiaries, and development of responsive products.
Ensure thorough cost management and continually bench mark against the market to find out what the competition is doing and borrow from best practice in terms of new business for our clients.
Champion and deliver world class customer service by ensuring quality service delivery for customers within the company’s Service Level Agreements.

Skills, Competencies and Experience
The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies:

A Bachelor’s Degree in business related field from a recognized University with at least three years working experience in sales and marketing, management, customer service or related roles.
Computer literate with thorough knowledge of the Coffee Act 2001 and the general rules and regulations governing the coffee sector.
Excellent communicator, good analytical and presentation skills with ability to work effectively in a diversified set up and in a highly collaborative team environment.
Result driven with a track record of demonstrable networking, selling and influencing skills as well as ability to identify new opportunities.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build long term, high quality and trusted relationships.

October 25, 2024
Motor Vehicle Electrician Mechanic Drivers

Job Description
Job Requirements

Must have at least 5 years’ experience.
Must be well versed with Motor Vehicle Wiring.

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October 25, 2024
Accountant Mechanic Automotive Electrician

Job Requirements:

Degree in Accounting
CPA(K)
Strong Proficiency in SAP – Business One
Understanding of tax regulations and compliance
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior financial position
Experience in Transport, Clearing and Forwarding, Shipping or Logistics Environment.

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October 25, 2024
Clinical Officers House Keepers

Job Qualifications:

Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Pediatrics)
Enrolled with the The Clinical Officers Council

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October 25, 2024
Aquaponics Farm Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities

Planning of all seeding, growing and harvesting activities
Managing all on-farm activities
Plant health
Stock control
Preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and health and safety requirements, and ensuring that all farm activities are carried out accordingly
Trialling of new products
Environmental control system management
Pest control
Nutrient balancing
Water testing
Post-harvest processing including storage and packaging in preparation of sale
Liaising with sales staff to make sure they know what produce is going to be available and when
Providing regular Farm Operations reports to the management team
Staff Training
Conducting Farm Tours
Monthly reporting on progress and targets
System maintenance

Requirements

A university graduate with a degree in agriculture, biology, ecology, or environmental sciences.
Extensive practical experience and knowledge about cultivating common greenhouse crops.
Strong experience with hydroponics farming (nutrient formulae, preparing solutions, nutrient requirements, deficiencies, toxicities, pH, Do, conductivity, salinity, growth regulators)
Knowledge of organic farming and permaculture techniques
Keen on learning, growing, and contributing with a small team of experienced people in a dynamic environment
Knowledge in hydrology, fluid dynamics, and aquatics biology would be an asset
Ability to work independently while contributing in a team environment
Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency in all MS Office applications.
Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must be comfortable taking initiative and working with minimal supervision.

October 25, 2024
Marketing Officer

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and implement a strategic, overall marketing and communications program for the company
Plan and effectively execute an integrated advertising and marketing program to enhance listing / sales and generate positive results for the overall success of the company.
Plan and implement targeted consumer initiatives such as direct mail, shopper incentive programs, and email, social media and other appropriate advertising mediums.
Plan and implement company’s special events including tenant coordination, entertainment, vendors, decorations and value-added opportunities.
Coordinate public relations efforts that maintain the company in a favorable light, creates interest in the company, promotes special events, and increases exposure of tenants, builds relationships with key media, and enhances the overall perception of the company.
Coordinate a business relations program that makes the company an integral part of the trading blocks
Maintain company’s Web site registered shopper database.
Position the company as an online shopping destination in Kenya. Create opportunities to drive traffic and sales.
Increase the financial resources for coordinating effective marketing opportunities through sponsorships, trade-outs, partnership marketing and merchant involvement.
Evaluate the effectiveness of key marketing activities in terms of sales results, consumer response, publicity value, among others
Conduct and evaluate primary and secondary research, as needed, to evaluate program effectiveness, assist with planning, assess competition and be proactive in marketing efforts.
Understand and meet legal requirements for special events, vendor contracts, volunteer guidelines, etc., as they pertain to implementing the marketing plan.
Prepare and provide regular verbal and written reports including marketing plan summary, sales updates, public relations value, competitive analysis, traffic counts, etc., to company management, investment partners and other designated parties.
Other duties as assigned by Business Development Manager or other company leadership

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Position requires flexibility in working hours.

Excellent organizational skills.
Flexible outlook towards task management.
Understanding of existing retail offerings, demographics in trade area and regional market.

Education and/or Experience
Required:

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in marketing, advertising, journalism, communications or related field.
Three to five years in retail and/or related shopping center experience, tourism and/or entertainment venues.

Preferred: Previous experience marketing an E commerce platform with a strong focus on retail
Language and Communication Skills

Strong written and verbal skills.
Ability to write, read, analyze and interpret reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, partners and general public.

October 25, 2024
Procurement Officer Internal Audit and Risk Manager Commercial and Finance Manager Assistant Technical Services Manager

SIBOWASCO/4/05/2018
This position is responsible for the management of procurement services of goods, services and works for the Company as per the Procurement Act, Regulations, Company’s procurement policies and procedures.
Main duties and responsibilities

Provide leadership in the automation of procurement process in Company.
Ensure adherence to procurement procedures and standards through creating awareness to the users on the processes to be followed.
Ensure availability of quality goods and services ordered and prompt delivery of the same to the user through timely processing of the requisitions placed.
Manage an efficient supply base through open tendering and prequalification process for all goods & services used by the Company.
Heading procurement Secretariat.
Ensure cost rationalization by carrying out price surveys to determine price trends to help suppliers’ appraisal.
Manage supplier relationships through maintaining good communication and timely processing of payments for mutual benefit of the Company and the suppliers.
Production of management reports to inform the management on decision making.
Supervise and train staff in the department to enhance work efficiency.
Advise the management on internal control to be applied in procurement to enhance efficiency.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Commerce or any other related field.
Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management, Charted Institute of Purchasing and Suppliers or possess any recognized procurement professional qualification
Three (3) years of relevant experience
Must be computer literate (MS Office) and have practical experience in report writing
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.

NB: FOR ALL THE ABOVE POSITIONS, THE APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH UPTO-DATE COPIES OF CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES FROM EACC, DCI, CRB, KRA AND HELB
Terms of Service.
All the above positions are on a three (3) years renewable contract based on satisfactory performance.

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October 25, 2024
Livelihoods Team Leader

ABOUT THE JOB

The role of the Team Leader – Livelihood and Self Reliance and scholarship is to ensure development and implementation of the livelihoods programming in Dadaab/NEP, which is efficient, accountable and measurable. There will be some degree of travel within the camp complex and probably within the region and working with partner institutions. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring overall coordination of DRC’s livelihood portfolio, which includes business development/enterprise development training, operations of 3 community training centers, revolving fund operations, group savings & loans, microfinance linkages, micro value-chain development; Other roles include livelihood program coordination, overall coordination of DRC’s scholarship portfolio, which includes professional, technical and vocational training; and staff supervision/training/mentoring, and executing DRC’s NEP livelihoods strategy and contributing to tactical planning, livelihoods mainstreaming in the DRC Kenya program and development of new livelihoods projects in Dadaab. S/He is expected to be familiar with the international development agenda and to be aware of the operational issues related to general livelihoods, governance, and policy issues in the region.
This position will also require regular travel to project sites located in Lagdera, and Fafi Districts of North Eastern Province.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE

To support the Kenya country programme in managing livelihoods program through the implementation of DRC’s Livelihoods and Scholarship training programs in Dadaab operations and its environs. This will include taking the lead and full participation on the livelihoods program assessment, project design, implementation and advocacy as well as representing of DRC on various livelihoods working groups and fora.

SPECIFIC TASKS

Supervise participatory needs assessments and identify appropriate livelihood interventions to increase incomes for the local and refugee communities and reduce poverty in the target areas.
Oversee business development skills and numeracy/literacy skills trainings among selected target groups in the region.
Oversee the field implementation of Group Savings and Loaning (GS&L) activities in local and refugee communities with emphasis on promoting group development through support, coaching, mentoring, regular feedback and identification of investment needs and opportunities.
Participate in the development and oversee the implementation of selected micro value-chains within the Dadaab program.
Participate in periodic program review and planning meetings; and external meetings as often as requested by the supervisor.
Play a key role in implementing the DRC scholarship policy to increase skills and knowledge in livelihoods security of displaced and host population households.
Support the development of the skills development component and ensure that lessons learnt are fed into the design of livelihood programs, donor responses and technical forums.
Provide technical leadership to ongoing skills development components with a focus on cost-effectiveness, building a solid evidence base and moving them to scale.
Through direct technical assistance provision, build the capacity of program and partner staff to identify, design and implement quality post-secondary education interventions.
Integrate multi-sectoral considerations into skills development programming, with a particular focus on linkages with health, education, and legal protection concerns.
Supervise management of Transit Centres to ensure adequate supply of water, maintain high standards of hygiene and ensure provision of meals to returnees.
Manage the flow of information in relation to preparation and issuance of cash assistance to returnees.
Promote collaboration and synergy between the DRC host community project (HCS) and the similar projects/groups in the Dadaab refugee camps.
Ensure the effective Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning processes for the livelihoods program.
Ensure project staff adhere to HAP Principles in day to day project implementation; participate in HAP audits.
Serve as the liaison with stakeholders and relevant Government of Kenya departments – from the location to divisional levels.
Assist in developing concepts and proposals for the Dadaab program. Take the lead on Livelihoods development and Scholarship/training activities.
Supervise and coordinate internal and external reports as requested by your supervisor.
Other duties assigned by the supervisor.

DRC CORE COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a positive, mature leader with experience in livelihoods program design and implementation. You are an effective people manager and enjoy working with teams of committed staff to build collaboration and capacity in support of country operations.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate each of DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results in a fast-paced environment
Collaborating: You lead initiatives and processes by involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while setting high standards
Communicating: You listen to other stakeholders and staff; and you communicate concisely and persuasively
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

ABOUT YOU

Minimum of five years spent with a humanitarian/development actor.
At least three years INGO/IO livelihoods program work experience.
Ability to train and convey information to livelihoods team.
Skills in micro-business/enterprise and value chain program design and implementation.
Prior experience working with county governments and other duty-bearers in the implementation of livelihoods interventions.
Working knowledge of MS Office and other relevant computer applications.
Able to adapt to changing program priorities and emergency priorities that may arise.
Budget management experience in NGO context,

DESIRED SKILLS:

Background in Livelihoods/Food Security Program design and implementation,
Fluency in English and knowledge to Somali Language is advantageous.

GENERAL

Commitments:

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework into the work of DRC

CONDITIONS

Availability: As Soon as possible
Duty station: This a national position based in Dadaab.
Reporting: This position will report primarily to the Dadaab area manager with and also closely working with Head of Program at Nairobi.
Contract: 8months contract with possible extension.
Salary and conditions in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of National staff.

October 25, 2024
Technical Sales Executive Junior Python Developer Full Stack

Job Description

Overview
If you want to work with forward thinking people in a fast moving, innovative environment, Kenya Industrial & Allied Safety Services offers you the best market-leading career opportunities. We are a unique company. While our name is new, we are backed by a 20-year legacy of providing great services & products to our customers all over Kenya. We rank number one or two in all of the major business segments we serve.
Job Description
The Technical Sales Representative will provide technical know-how and business support skills in line with company/regional strategic initiatives geared towards attainment of set sales targets and customer service standards.
Key Responsibilities

Actively prospecting for new customers and maximizing sales potential with existing customers.
Introduce and promote all current and new products.
Submit weekly report summarizing customer meetings, performance and current competitive activity through intelligence gathering.
Complete follow up on inquiries and leads

Job Specifications/Skills:

Desire to learn and grow professionally.
Ability to do presentation to large groups.
High level of self-motivation.
Strong organizational skills.
Creative thinking.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong, aggressive personality.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office
Team cooperation –maintain positive, cooperative attitude with all employees of KENINDUS and all customers.

Required

Degree or Diploma in business or related course
Previous experience in technical sales added advantage
Strong verbal & written communication, inter personal & customer service skills
Good time management and ability to work accurately and meet deadlines
Possess initiative, be able to plan and prioritize roles and have attention to detail

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October 25, 2024
Audit Analyst II

Job Summary:

Responsible for the collection, review and retention of contractually required financial audits of FHI 360’s grantees including US based Single Audits (OMB A 133) and Foreign Subrecipient audits of USAID programs
Share responsibilities as point of contact for 3rd party audits of FHI 360’s projects managed at HQ and in non-US locations
Advise staff in providing documentation and reports for 3rd party audits according to the contract provisions
Review Single Audit and other financial audit reports to comply with US Government and FHI 360’s grantee monitoring procedures
Read draft and final audit responses for soundness and adequacy; ensure comments provided effective and cost efficient resolutions that address the underlying cause
Identify audit results requiring further review and follow-up
Recommend actions to limit FHI 360 ‘s risk exposure and document actions taken
Download data from various accounting reporting systems
Combine and analyze large volume of data utilizing MS Excel V-lookup formulas, pivot tables and mail merges
Obtain certification letters from grantees
Communicate with FHI 360 Project staff and grantees
Confirm US based nonprofit organization status and contact details
Track and document grantee monitoring procedures using SharePoint or other database
Implement improvements to current process
Potential position advancement to supervisory role

Accountabilities:

Has or obtain a thorough knowledge of external regulations as well as internal corporate policies and procedures.
Has adequate knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Interprets and applies principles, contractual and regulatory requirements, and evaluates the impact of policies, procedures and practices.
Work includes accumulating data, summarizing information into presentable reports/forms, and discerning valid from invalid data comparisons.
Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form.
Use systems to produce reports, financial models and databases.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

Evaluate audit findings recommendation for adequacy and appropriateness.
When reading audit findings, consider the system of controls and recommend appropriate actions.
Analyzes and compiles moderately complex data.
Delivers formal presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; educates relevant parties regarding procedures, potential impact, and needed plan of action to address audit findings.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent.
Experience:

5 – 8 Years of progressively responsible financial analysis experience.
Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is desirable.
Proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
Non-governmental organization (NGO) experience preferred.
Some experience in providing written responses and action plans to financial audit findings.
Experience communicating with internal/external auditors.
Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Experience reading Single Audit (OMB A 133) or other financial audit reports desired, not required.
Knowledge of French language is an added advantage.

Travel Requirements:
10% to 30%
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

October 25, 2024