Jobs Kenya

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  • Head of Marine Engineering Insurance Officer Senior Accountant Head of Ethics & Integrity Medical Officers Hospital Administration Officer Civil Engineer Cargo Commercial Manager Legal Officer Structural Engineer Retail Marketing Officer Head of Human Resources Electrical Engineers

    Head of Marine Engineering Insurance Officer Senior Accountant Head of Ethics & Integrity Medical Officers Hospital Administration Officer Civil Engineer Cargo Commercial Manager Legal Officer Structural Engineer Retail Marketing Officer Head of Human Resources Electrical Engineers

    Overall Objective
    Reporting to the General Manager – Engineering Services, the job holder is responsible for management of all functions of the Marine Engineering Department, ensuring that quality marine engineering services are offered and that high quality equipment availability is maintained for shipping operations at all times.
    Job Responsibilities:

    Monitoring and controlling through the Principal Engineers all marine engineering activities projects undertaken by the Department
    Allocating duties and supervising Principal Marine Engineers
    Advising Management on Marine Engineering matters and giving leadership in formulating equipment replacement programmes and specifications for acquisition of marine crafts and related engineering equipment.
    Evaluating the needs of departmental staff for training and development
    Ensuring that all operating systems are effected in the department
    Providing specialized advice to the General Manager – Engineering services on all marine engineering matters.
    Enforcing observance of statutory regulations and Insurance requirements for marine crafts and equipment.
    Schedule planned maintenance and repairs of marine crafts
    Developing and maintaining procedures for ensuring the sustenance of classification society standards.
    Participating in tender evaluations
    Maintaining updated records of drawings for projects and alterations undertaken on existing marine craft and equipment
    Requisitioning of marine parts, spares and materials
    Managing outsourced services
    Consulting with The Head of Marine Operations on the performance of various floating Craft
    Ensuring that all operating systems are effective in the department

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering or its Equivalent or a Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering with Class I Marine Engineer’s Certificate of Competency – Unlimited. (Professional)
    Member of a recognised Marine Engineers professional body
    ICT skills
    Senior Management courses
    Sound knowledge of Port Infrastructure and operations
    Demonstrated high degree of professional competency, administrative capabilities in general management and maintenance of Marine Crafts & Equipment

    Experience:

    7 years’ experience in a similar role in a reputable marine organisation with at least 5 years’ relevant experience at senior management level

    Other Requirements:
    Applicants will also be expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya. Specifically, they must obtain and submit the following certification:

    Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
    Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
    Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
    Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
    Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

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  • Talent Officer Brand Engagement Manager (aka Get Things Done Manager) Napstar Marketing Officer Head of Customer Engagement

    Talent Officer Brand Engagement Manager (aka Get Things Done Manager) Napstar Marketing Officer Head of Customer Engagement

    What you’ll make happen:
    We are looking for an individual with an eye for talent. You will support organization-wide efforts in sourcing for and retaining the best talent. An ideal fit will also enjoy the challenges of a rapidly growing company.  You’ll take pride in helping a group of general workers in our factory work better together in the morning and training a group of new recruits on our values in the afternoon. You’ll be at ease both interviewing a prospective candidate and walking a new senior manager through their first hiring process.
    The role in brief:
    Managing the recruitment process end-to-end

    Identify great potential members of our team through a variety of strategies – LinkedIn searches, leveraging our existing networks and building new ones, direct outreach to prospective candidates
    Consider candidates for roles by evaluating their skills and culture fit in-depth, using detailed interviews, role plays and practical assessments
    Support hiring managers in reviewing responses and narrowing down the candidate pool toward the perfect fit
    Accurately track the progress of all applicants through our hiring pipeline, keeping everyone participating in the hiring process in the loop

    Management and Training of our staff

    Ensure that all staff members receive effective mentorship to promote career growth
    Personally, lead training sessions for staff members
    Assess staff development and training needs and support the creation of training programs

    Team and Culture

    Serve as a leader and role model to the team at large. Live the Watervale values.
    Lead diversity and inclusion work for the Company.

    Career growth:
    Watervale invests in building the capacity and skills within our team. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship from the management team.  Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for those who are ready to take up the challenge.
    As a dream candidate:
    At Watervale Investments, we seek new team members who are first and foremost eager to learn and grow in their roles. We put less of an emphasis on formal qualifications and look carefully at candidates’ abilities, experience and character. Any candidate who feels they can undertake the responsibilities above to a high standard is welcome to apply. Candidates should demonstrate the following in their application materials:

    Candidates with at least 3 years’ experience of finding, hiring and managing talent will have an advantage.
    Believe in yourself. Our team is growing quickly as we work to build a leading home interior brand for Africa’s rising class. You should see yourself shaping the talent strategy of quickly growing company.
    Quality focus. Just getting the job done is not enough for you. You set high standards and share them with the team.
    Knowledge of Kenya employment laws
    Strong attention to details and ability to deliver on assigned tasks with independence and little supervision
    Strong professional references demonstrating professional accomplishment and trustworthiness
    Eagerness to join a young, quickly-growing organization and team

    Benefits
    Competitive salary for a junior management position, participation in a private pension scheme, opportunity for advancement and coaching by the company’s senior management.

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  • Technical Business Development Manager – Engineering Services Executive Driver

    Technical Business Development Manager – Engineering Services Executive Driver

    Our client is a well-established marine engineering company in Africa delivering high quality ship repair, machining and steel fabrication services. They seek to hire an experienced and action oriented Business Development Manager.  She/ He will be tasked with establishing new clients and growing the business of the existing clients.  She/ he will also set targets for business development, strategy and tactics, yet also actively contribute to the operational works.
    Industry: ManufacturingLocation: MombasaSalary: Competitive based on experience
    Job Roles and Responsibilities

    Prepare annual work plan, targets, budget and budget implementation for the Business development, as a member of the Management Team.
    Managing and organizing business development for the organization
    Setting and implementing, annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly targets, chase results and report on the results, activate and lead the agents and team members.
    Business development, establish and maintain a sound client base and sales.
    Improve sales techniques and sales meetings by all Business Development Staff.
    Improve client communication and customer experience.
    Strengthen business development organization and operations.
    Create business focus and have the ability to follow the money.
    Strengthen customer orientation, by developing account management.
    Push for and organize contemporary marketing material.
    Supervise and organize response on tender bids and request for quotations.
    Steer and maintain customer contact and customer experience.
    Reporting to management on Business Development progress.
    Setting-up the concept of accounts management, and roll out overall training of staff in relation to clients.
    Identify short term and long-term clients and relations.
    Direct sales and sales management. 
    Market intelligence and Product idea development based on client needs

    Skills and Qualifications

    MSc/BSc Engineering /Marketing or related courses
    Other: training/Professional training courses in Sales, Customer Experience Development, Tendering and financial/project management or other related fields is required.
    International Business Development experience preferably East African environment is desired.
    Independent working experience in Business Development of complex products, in civil / mechanical fields, preferably in the oil and gas industry
    Experience with sales, client orientation, quotations, tendering and customer satisfaction programmes
    Previous experience with costing and marketing through tendering is necessary.
    Market sensitive, knowing the market, able to deepen out and create new markets.
    Ability to set targets and efficiently guide the efforts to reach them effectively
    Financial mathematical prowess, analytical and unrushed into quality offers to clients.
    Analytical: do situational appraisals, understand and combine thoughts interwoven in complex issues and multiple layered relationships
    Communication: Communicative elegance, ability to probe
    Management/Leadership: Overall management, strength in time management and effectively working with others.

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  • Physiotherapist

    Physiotherapist

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Rehabilitation Manager, the Physiotherapist will independently conduct in-depth evaluation of patients referred for therapy, develop individual programs and carry out treatment.
    Key Responsibilities

    Assess, evaluate and diagnose, identify treatment goals and appropriate treatment techniques and equipment to achieve goals.
    Advice and recommend to referring doctors on necessary interventions and or change of management
    Documentation and maintain daily notes evaluation of patient progress and discharge planning notes and summaries.
    Participate in the implementation of quality initiative and patient safety programs

    Required qualifications, attributes and experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy Registered and licensed with the Kenya Society of Physiotherapists (KSP)
    At least two (2) years of working experience S/he should have knowledge of assessment/evaluation techniques in regards to patients.
    Have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

  • Assistant Director (Human Resource And Administration) Research Scientist I (Socio-Economist I) Assistant Research Scientist (Socio-Economics) Assistant Research Scientist (Molecular Biology/biotechnology) Assistant Research Scientist (Fish Post-Harvest Technology) Assistant Research Scientist (Marine Geologist) Assistant Research Officer (Fish Pathologist) Assistant Research Scientist (Fisheries Stock Assessment) Assistant Research Scientist (Aquaculture Engineering) Human Resource Management Officer I Accountant I Senior Laboratory Technician Accountant II Accountant III Human Resource Management Officer III Administrative Officer III Supply Chain Management Officer III Senior Coxswain Laboratory Technician I

    Assistant Director (Human Resource And Administration) Research Scientist I (Socio-Economist I) Assistant Research Scientist (Socio-Economics) Assistant Research Scientist (Molecular Biology/biotechnology) Assistant Research Scientist (Fish Post-Harvest Technology) Assistant Research Scientist (Marine Geologist) Assistant Research Officer (Fish Pathologist) Assistant Research Scientist (Fisheries Stock Assessment) Assistant Research Scientist (Aquaculture Engineering) Human Resource Management Officer I Accountant I Senior Laboratory Technician Accountant II Accountant III Human Resource Management Officer III Administrative Officer III Supply Chain Management Officer III Senior Coxswain Laboratory Technician I

    Duties and Responsibilities
    The officer will be the head of the human resource section and his/her duties and responsibilities will include:

    Proposals on policy formulation on management issues.
    Human resource planning.
    Training and development.
    Establishment and compliment control.
    Formulating documents on terms and condition of service.
    Handling of industrial relations matters.
    Management of staff salaries
    Supervision of policy implementation.
    Interpretation of existing policies and circulars from the public service.
    Planning and coordinating Human Resource activities.
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Minimum requirements for Appointment
    For direct appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) of at least mean grade “C+” (Plus) or its equivalent;
    Bachelor’s honors degree in Human Resource Management or Personnel Management or Industrial Relations or Social Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university;
    Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or Personnel Management or Industrial Relations or Social Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university;
    Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
    Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
    Attended professional and administrative courses or equivalent in a recognized institution;
    Satisfactorily served as Chief Human Resource Management Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
    Must be computer literate.
    Member of a relevant professional body.

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  • Territory Sales Representative

    Territory Sales Representative

    REF-TSR-04-2018-Coast Region
    Reporting to the respective Territory Sales Manager, the job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.
    The role will be based in Coast region.
    Function / Division: Commercial
    Department: Sales and Distribution
    Grade: Grade 8
    Supervisor / Manager Title: Sales Manager
    Job Purpose: The job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.
    Responsibilities and Accountabilities

    Conduct client visits for existing and potential outlets in the assigned territory in order to achieve the territory given sales targets and ensure sustained business growth.
    Achieve product availability targets for the assigned territory through identifying and negotiating listings and targets for strategic focus brands to drive and maintain numeric distribution by brand category.
    Enhance product accessibility through identifying and negotiating SOVI (Forward Share Inventory and limit Out of Stocks) and achieving cold and ambient space targets by channel and brand category.
    Promote product affordability on price by ensuring adherence to Recommended Retail Price (RPP) guidelines per strategic focus brand by channel and outlet type.
    Identify, negotiate, plan and execute activation opportunities such as promotions and tastings with customer in line with the territory sales plan.
    Achieve required customer visit hit rate; call effectiveness and minimum order quantities and/ or values in order to drive sales in volume and value.
    Pro-actively manage the cash and credit resources of the customer to drive growth of KWAL brands in terms of volume and value.
    Monitor and manage company assets such as fridges, vehicles within the KWAL policies and procedures to ensure optimal use.
    Receive, follow up and resolve all customer queries and complaints in collabollation with the customer service team in an efficient manner.
    Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to the territory manager to facilitate proper planning.

    Minimum Requirements

    Bachelor degree in business a business related course.
    A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales within a similar environment.
    Membership in a professional body would be an added advantage.
    Must possess a clean and valid driving license.
    Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.

    Competencies / Attributes

    Strong oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent Persuasion, negotiation and influencing Skills.
    Drive for results with no excuses.
    Ability to work independently with limited supervision, under pressure and meet deadlines.
    High levels of professionalism with internal and external customers.
    High level of integrity.

    Relationships and working contacts

    Internal – Sales and distribution, marketing, warehousing.
    External – Consumers, drinks venues, modern trade, HORECA, distributors, stockists.

    Work Environment: This is a field based role with limited Office time.

  • Bonds & Documentation Associate Operations Associate

    Bonds & Documentation Associate Operations Associate

    Job description
    Damco Kenya is currently hiring for Bonds & Documentation Associate to be stationed in Mombasa.
    In DAMCO you will be part of diverse team of country/Area and GSC and CSO. We strongly encourage continuous learning at work and sharing of best practices by rewarding innovations. As an organization, we strongly believe in a people-centric approach with emphasis on employee engagement.
    We Offer
    A visible role where you will
    be responsible for preparation of customs files, Lodgment of customs entries and online attachment of all relevant documentation. Correspondence with customs officials on all bonds matters and timely briefing of management on matters to do with bonds. Follow up and confirmation of duty payment. Processing of IDF and lodgment of custom bond entries. Provision of correct bonds guidance to clients
    In return, you will gain valuable experience in long-term strategy planning and execution, negotiation, and play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of Damco EAF.
    Key Responsibilities

    Compiling export documentation files for lodging with customs.
    Sending pre-notifications to KPA to secure charges for cargo to gate in.
    Liaising with the port team to ensure entries have been released for handover to KPA.
    Work with the port team to ensure extra costs i.e. plugging charges are secured on time and forwarded to the CSO.
    Ensure timely bond cancellation.
    Promptly alert the CSO team members of any operational challenges for resolution
    Ensure timely processing of clearance documents
    Work proactively against limiting the financial exposure in the daily operations especially penalties and fines from KRA.

    Who we are looking for

    Diploma in freight forwarding or Shipping Course from a reputable Certified Training school.
    At least 1 year experience in the Logistics sector with Operations experience
    Extensive knowledge of custom and port clearance procedures and local documentation requirements.
    Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate confidently in English and Swahili
    Well organized when working under pressure

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  • Music Teacher

    Music Teacher

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor of Education specialising in Music / Recognised qualification in Music (example London Conservatory of Music, ABRSM)
    At least two years’ British National Curriculum demonstrable teaching experience in music. Alternative curricula experience will be considered.
    Good intra and interpersonal skills.
    Must have demonstrable interest in music as an art form.
    Knowledgeable in modern pedagogy and music practices.
    Excellent written and oral communication.
    Innovative and creative individual.
    Good planning and organisation skills.
    Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
    Ability and proven willingness to support clubs and other co-curricular activities.

  • Photographer Merchant Acquisition Agent House Help Nanny Sales Agent Customer Service Agent Finance Assistant Content Editor

    Photographer Merchant Acquisition Agent House Help Nanny Sales Agent Customer Service Agent Finance Assistant Content Editor

    Department/Function:Operations
    Reports to:Business Director
    Location:Mombasa Road Athi River Athi55 Management
    High level Position Summary (Describe the basic purpose of the role; key areas of responsibility)
    Writer will communicate with leadership, clients, and potential interview sources. Must follow company editorial style guide. Excellent writing, spelling, and understanding of grammar are essential to the role.
    Key Responsibilities
    Based on the needs of the project, the photographer will take pictures of people, settings, events and objects. They will use their artistic and technical skills to create images the clients will love. The photographer will design settings, using props and backgrounds to create compositions based on the client’s request. In addition to taking high-quality images, the photographer will also maintain all camera equipment, including lights, lenses and tripods. After pictures are complete, the photographer will resize, edit, airbrush and otherwise enhance images using Photoshop or other photo editing software. They will then work with the client to determine the best package and presentation of their photos.
    Photographer responsibilities

    Select and assemble proper equipment, and choose settings and props based on client’s wishes and theme of the photo shoot.
    Properly light subjects using artificial or natural lighting and using flashes and reflectors where necessary.
    Determine desired images and compositions and choose equipment, props, settings and lighting to achieve desired results.
    Retouch, resize and enhance images as needed using Photoshop or other photography software.

    Qualifications And Skills

    Ability to use different types of photographic equipment and photography software.
    Understanding of artificial and natural lighting and how it affects different settings, shapes and skin tones.
    Good communication and people skills, with the ability to discuss complex artistic concepts in easy-to-understand terms.
    A keen eye for detail and a well-developed artistic and creative aesthetic
    Note: Your annual objectives and/or any other tasks assigned by your supervisor from time to time shall become an integral part of your deliverables.

    Special Requirements:      

    Graphic and design skills are a must
    Photography Proficiency is key to this role
    Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
    Self-motivated and self-directed

    Note: All job descriptions are subject to management review and may be modified based on business requirements. In case of any variation between this description and the actual duties performed, management has the right to make appropriate decision.
    Knowledge, Experience, and Skills Required

    Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
    Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
    Able to work in a fast-paced environment
    Strict adherence to company policies and style
    Extensive knowledge of the company, brand, and product preferred
    Ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and be a problem-solver

    Qualifications:

    Diploma; Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Graphics & Design, or related field preferred
    Specialization in design and photo shooting for online selling or e-commerce platform is an added advantage
    One to two years’ experience

    Behavioral Competencies:

    Very strong personality and organizational skills.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    A good team player.
    A good leader with people management and time management skills.
    High level of commitment to duty, and discipline.
    Demonstrable ability to put customer interests first.
    Strong focus on impact.
    Unquestionable level of integrity.

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  • Depot Supervisors

    Depot Supervisors

    Positions

    Depot Supervisor – Miritini Empty Depot
    Depot Supervisor – Port Reitz Empty Depot

    APM Terminals Kenya is looking to recruit a Depot Supervisor to be based in Mombasa. Reporting to the Depot/HSSE Manager, the Depot Supervisor is responsible for delivering a seamless, efficient depot operation. Ensure full regulatory compliance on all depot processes and activities including adherence to Company policies and procedures.The Depot Operational activities entail empty and full container storage, handling and container repair. The operation predominantly provides a service to the shipping lines as well as clearing agents, transporters and cargo owners.
    We offer

    Exposure to operational management in a Transport and Logistics industry.
    Exposure to container terminal operations.
    Operations Manager role in a small depot or other opportunities within the group.

    Key responsibilities

    Ensure empty units are stored, handled and transported securely and in line with company procedures.
    Ensure all inbound, outbound and internal stock movement processes are recorded and reported accurately, compliantly and on a timely basis.
    Adherence to work procedures and work schedules.
    Ensures all operations at the depots are executed in accordance to priorities set by the Manager.
    Ensure Company guidelines and operating procedures are followed at all times.
    Report any incidents of non-conformance to the depot manager.
    Maintain adequate controls to ensure the Company’s Health and Safety policies are adhered to and all operational legislative requirements are fulfilled.
    Maintain adequate controls to ensure a clean and tidy working environment compliant with HSE regulations.
    In cooperation with the depot manager maintain staff rota and shift patterns, ensure shifts are adequately resourced.
    Ensure all employees are trained and supported for the duties assigned to them and that they work within Health and Safety regulations appropriate to the task.
    Ensure Mechanical Handling Equipment is maintained to required standards and is safely operated at all times.
    Ensures the optimum utilisation of all equipment employed during the designated shift period by monitoring equipment work queues and allocating equipment and personnel where required to achieve maximum productivity
    Actively seek ways of improving efficiency, capacity and quality performance.
    Reports any problem areas of operations and implements the agreed changes to resolve the problems.
    Instructs team in safe working practices and maintains a watch over all activities for unsafe working practices.

    We are looking for

    Requires at least 3-5 years of foreman/supervisory or team leader experience in depot operations environment, or similar /related industry.
    Requires an understanding of safety regulations, safe work procedures and safe materials handling procedures and following of safety work instructions.
    Leadership: Conveys goals and expectations clearly; takes specific action to foster teamwork and keep people motivated. Be receptive to innovative ideas and suggestions. Thinks strategically about the long-term, and has vision.
    Requires ability to communicate operational instructions and information.
    Requires a high level of planning and organization skills, good leadership skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
    Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility to meet terminal, vessel, rail and all operational needs.
    People Management: Ability to delegate work properly, follow-up, appraise performance, and if necessary, resolve problems firmly and equitably.
    Team Building: Guides and inspires others to accomplish goals; clearly defines requirements and encourages people to meet those requirements; encourages empowerment of all associates. Requires a collaborative work style, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
    Decision-making: Makes appropriate decisions; exhibits sound judgment. Creates contingency plans and alternative solutions to problems.
    Problem Solving: Identifies and comprehends elements of a problem, evaluates all alternatives and weighs the solutions.
    PC Skills: Have an advanced word, excel, and power point skills. Have depot management skill experience. Must be able to learn new systems and functionality quickly. Must have strong analytical skills, including the ability to extract, compile analyze data.
    A Degree will be an added advantage.