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  • Marketing Activations Manager

    Marketing Activations Manager

    Job description
    Purpose Statement
    Your Responsibilities:

    Accountable for accelerated share, sales and profit growth for assigned brand portfolios over 3>1 plan.
    Develop growth strategy of the East Africa CH business for assigned brands through adaptation and adoption of global category and brand strategies.
    Partner with Category & Area marketing teams to deliver winning marketing and innovation plans for East Africa based on actionable commercial, competitor and consumer insight to drive East Africa brand share and equity ahead of competition
    Accountable for brand performance tracking for assigned portfolios across East Africa and recommend remedial action
    Partner with Area Marketing manager and other functional stakeholders (e.g. Finance, Regulatory and GMS) to ensure co-delivery of Winning Formula and commercial goals
    Share best practice across the Africa Area
    Ensure compliance with global category guidelines and local regulatory requirements

    Essential Job Responsibilities

    Build category defining brands our consumers will love
    Develop actionable local insights (consumer, shopper, expert and competitor) that build on Africa insight to generate locally relevant Task Maps driving focus at LOC
    Ensure the Brand Heart is brought to life and consistently activated across all touch points to build long term brand equity
    Identify investment priorities with appropriate mix between advertising and in-store efforts in collaboration with sales channel, Area marketing and category management.
    Develop winning creative briefs and lead co-creation with agency partners to adapt global creative executions by exception addressing validated local insights and improving ROI
    Deliver excellence in commercial delivery to become first choice for shoppers, customers and experts
    Develop winning Market Activation Plans (MAPs) in the context of the trade and competitor environment in partnership Area Marketing teams.
    Define optimal channel focus and mix, and develop inspiring activation toolkits (to include key visuals, promotion and activation guidelines) to drive winning LOC execution
    Contribute to the development of the shopper strategy, driving LOC teams to win the war in the store with powerful visibility for our brands in the ‘last metre’ across modern, traditional, pharmacy & expert channels
    Collaborate on expert marketing strategies to strengthen “expert recommended” differentiation for relevant brands
    Use science and innovation to improve lives
    Recommend innovation plans across East Africa markets
    Brilliant in-market execution of new product launches using global launch models and best practice
    Validate, localize and consistently deploy winning claims working closely with Area Marketing, Category, regulatory, medical and activation teams
    Deliver high quality products and service at the right time and cost
    Work with Supply Chain partners to optimize gross margins and COG‘s
    Deliver complexity reduction and value engineering initiatives to simplify supply chain and remove cost
    Manage assigned brand portfolio to maximize sales and profit for GSK
    Work with Finance to analyze the P&L and identify the impact of alternative actions
    Shape talent and culture by living our values and developing our people in a high performance culture
    Build one Africa mindset and cross functional team for brand
    Leverage Marketing Way as “the way GSK does marketing”
    Share best practice with LOC team members and Area Marketing.
    Have regular field visits with in-market sales and activation teams
    Live the GSK values & behaviors and compliance with all GSK codes of practice.
    Impact measurement in driving business to first and best FMCH
    Responsible for tracking brand equities and recommending remedial action
    Innovation planning, sequencing, implementation planning, tracking and learning

    Competencies

    (Expertise and Knowledge) Briefly describe HOW the level of knowledge required for this role is applied / used within the role. Provide examples
    Strategic Thinking: Role will directly develop strategic application of Africa CH Category tools & approaches into “fit for Africa” approach
    Communication Evaluation & Development: Role will use GSK and leading industry practices to evaluate fit-for-use communication approaches, and where required guide development of “East Africa-specific” Integrated Marketing programs
    Financial Planning & P&L approach: role will optimize investments and profitability of brand X packs X markets to recommend best financial approach across A&P investment, pricing strategies to help deliver the East Africa level P&L for the category
    Measuring & Tracking: Role will directly identify appropriate projects for measuring and also key criteria for tracking execution of the same as well as delivery against business goals
    Leadership: role will directly interact with General Manager, multiple Category Team stakeholders, Area marketing and sales teams to inspire confidence in strategy and drive aligned delivery
    Ability to Influence: collaborate across shopper / insights / brand / category / expert / regulatory / GMS teams to rollout ‘best for Africa’ solutions irrespective of point of origin.
    Lead through adversity: role will require high level of resilience and flexible thinking to respond to challenging external environment that Africa presents. In addition, ability to deliver results fast in a changing internal environment where new ways of working need to be established and resistance may be met
    Problem Solving & Innovation
    Briefly describe the level of problem solving that the role requires and provide examples of why. Consider the difficulty of the problems to be solved and the extent to which judgment and analysis must be exercised.
    High degree of judgment and analysis will be required in the role, for example:
    Trading off purist/data-led approaches versus being pragmatic to overcome specific in-country issues
    Driving responsiveness of plans based on competitive dynamics as well as P&L requirements
    Interaction
    Briefly describe the nature of interaction that the role requires. Consider the interpersonal and communications skills typically required by the job, the extent to which the job requires cooperation and tact in dealing with others both inside and outside the organization, and the complexity of that interaction.
    The role will interact with a very wide cross-section across seniority and functions in GSK CH ( LOC LTs, Area-market teams) across Marketing, Sales, GMS, Regulatory, Legal, Finance
    In addition, the roles will be ambassadors for GSK with external agency leadership and teams.
    Impact
    Briefly describe the level of Impact that the role requires. Consider the impact this role has on business objectives, the sphere of influence and the required level of personal impact. Indicate whether impact is on a single or multiple areas of the business. At what level of the organization does this role operate?
    Provide examples
    The role will actively contribute to the performance of the LOC Marketing Team.
    The role needs to span frequent interactions with Country Commercial leaders, Area Marketing Managers with periodic connections with Category Teams.
    The role holder must influence and motivate LOC activation, expert, regulatory, shopper & channel sales teams to activate plans with excellence.

    Why You?Basic qualifications:

    University degree
    Formal training in Sales and Marketing

    Work Experience
    7-10 years of work experience in similar field

  • Project Management Officer

    Project Management Officer

    Job description
    Ref.: 2018/010/NRS/KE/SSA
    Key Responsibilities
    This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Head of Project Management Unit (Located in Nairobi, Kenya). This position will also assist in ensuring that project staff follow CIP policies and procedures while adhering to donor rules and regulations while acting as the liaison between project field offices and Kenya-based interdepartmental teams to ensure projects are successful. The job requires travel to field sites (up to 25% of time).
    Project Management Officer The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an experienced Project Management Officer to work directly with CIP Leaders and help them to execute worldwide projects and ensure they deliver on-time, within the applicable scope and budget. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. If you enjoy working with other professionals dedicated to achieving food security, we encourage you to apply. About the role:

    Project implementation and compliance: Serve as primary point of contact for project operations during and after the life of the project; Deliver and maintain professional working relationships with internal clients and other project partners and ensure resource availability and allocation.
    Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor progress against project output and provide feedback as needed; Measure project performance using appropriate tools and dispatched to donors’ representatives; Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
    Knowledge Management: Organize and maintain shared knowledge ports (KM Hub, websites) to communicate relevant project information throughout the organization; Liaise with donors and customers to exchange necessary project information.
    Team Management: Contributes to performance evaluation and development of staff; Supports the Head of PMU in gathering and analyzing data through statistical analysis and writing reports that can offer management effective solutions for projects.What we are looking for?
    Bachelor’s degree in in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field. Master’s degree in Development, Administration and/or
    Project Management, will be desirable.
    At least 6 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.
    Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
    Proficiency in project management software tools.
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili
    Recognized as results-oriented team player who is adaptable to changing business needs and capable of contributing to the team’s success effectiveness.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the- art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenyan nationals and permanent residents. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal.

  • Finance & Administrative Officer

    Finance & Administrative Officer

    Job description
    GRADE LEVEL: 3
    FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
    REPORTS TO: SAFE Initiative Center Manager
    Position Summary
    The Finance & Administration Officer will be responsible for the administrative and financial support of IREX/Kenya and the SAFE Initiative including financial reporting, procurement, payment processing, logistics, and operations. In coordination with the IREX/Kenya Finance Manager and the SAFE Center Manager, the Finance & Administration Officer will support the program staff in preparing financial reports, maintaining currency flow control, office administration, and purchasing.
    Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
    General Duties & Responsibilities

    Finance

    Assist in implementing financial policies and procedures.
    Assist in maintaining financial systems including internal controls and funds management.
    Assist in establishing, maintaining, and reconciling the office ledger.
    Assist in preparing and reconciling bank statements and accounts.
    Ensure transactions are properly recorded and reported through the Quick Books accounting software system.
    Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and transaction reports.
    Maintain computerized accounting systems and records.
    Maintain and monitor active accounts to ensure accurate records of project funds.
    Prepare and process payments.
    Prepare payment reconciliations.
    Submit monthly financial reports to senior staff members.
    Prepare financial forecasts.
    Process all VAT returns and reporting.
    Prepare expense reports for IREX office and project staff.
    Maintain financial files and records;
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all IREX expenditures.
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all contracts, agreements, and sub agreements before they are signed, including but not limited to selection procedures; documentation requirements, compliance with approval authorizations and authorization levels.

    Administration

    Coordinate and direct administrative support functions.
    Provide support for event logistics and payments as required.
    Manage staff leave tracking and as required, assist in maintaining the office payroll records, and employee payments.
    Overall management of project vendors including timely payment.
    Manage office inventory and supplies purchase.
    Manage office facilities and lease, and office maintenance.
    Manage office insurance.
    Maintain financial files and records.
    Manage office petty cash.
    Manage procurement in compliance with donor polices and IREX regulations.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Skills And Experience

    Legal Resident of Kenya with Authorization to Work.
    University experience; in possession of a degree/diploma in the field of Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
    Experience with the Quick Books accounting software package preferred.
    Knowledge and experience managing office financial and administrative environments.
    Knowledge and experience with Kenyan local tax and reporting process.
    Experience working with US government funding.
    Professional commitment and work ethic.
    3 years of experience and knowledge of relevant tasks is preferred.
    3 years working with NGOs in finance and administration is preferred.
    Strong command of English, both speaking and writing.

    Physical Demands
    Tasks involve some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (2.5-5 kg.); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard.Extended period of sitting at a workstation or desk. Manual dexterity to work efficiently on a computer keyboard.
    Task requires:

    Sound perception and discrimination
    Visual perception and discrimination
    Oral communications

    Work Environment
    All employees are responsible for their own safety, as well as that of others in the workplace. To help us maintain a safe workplace, everyone must be safety-conscious at all times. This position is performed in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Safe use of IREX equipment, as well as safe practices while on IREX property is essential.
    Disability Specifications
    IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.

  • Regional Office Manager

    Regional Office Manager

    Position Brief:
    The Regional Office Manager coordinates office management support for BRAC International Africa Regional Office which consists of 5/6 full time senior Managers and few part time positions. S/he manages general administration of shared office resources and liaison with Head Office on any administrative related matters. The Regional Office Manager liases with the government for BRAC’s license in the base country. S/he ensures that expatriates obtain work permit and visa to work/stay in the country (where Regional office is based) and provides logistic support to office as well as coordinating meeting and conference calls; arranging travel and preparing correspondence, maintains reports and documents. Provides administrative support to visitors and facilitate settle in requirements of expatriates. This position requires constant interaction with senior management team in Africa Regional Office, Head Office and Country Offices to resolve a variety of complex issues in order to meet the growing needs of the organization.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Office Management:
    Manage general administration of Africa Regional office, including the implementation of effective and efficient office procedures and systems for the shared office. Design and Implement office administration systems, including petty cash system, bill payment, travel arrangement, equipment purchases, office supplies, shared space arrangements and all other office administration related functions. Authorized to handle petty cash for day-to-day running of office. Submit operations report as required.
    Staff supervision:
    Provides on-going supervision and guidance to Office Assistant, cleaner, driver and other support staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, writing and reviewing job descriptions, interviewing and selecting staff, on-the-job training, coaching, conducting performance appraisal and guide development plan for capacity building.
    Liaison with government:
    Liaise and ensure compliance with the relevant Ministries of Government for BRAC’s license and registration in the based country and for obtaining work permits and visas for all expatriates to stay and work in the country without major interruptions. Find appropriate Office space to rent and maintain all lease related procedures and documents.
    Facilitate settle in related requirements of expatriate staff and family members, arrange accommodation, coordinate with property agency for home search, and negotiate for lease agreement. Coordinate with customs regarding customs clearance for incoming and outgoing shipment.
    Logistics and Administrative Support:
    Organizes and arranges itineraries, meetings, conference calls, travel arrangements of Regional office team and BRAC visitors. Provides administrative support for regional workshops and meetings, tracking workshop related travel arrangements. Keeping track of staff pay checks, leave, and sending intra-office message when employees call in sick. Follow BRAC’s procedures for procurement and consultant services. Ensure appropriate filing procedures, mail processes, and other administrative functions as required. Implement decisions of Deputy Director-Programme Support on safety & security matters.
    Communication support:
    Maintains communications within Africa Regional Office and with BI-Head Office and Country Offices with regard to implementation guidelines of administration, procurement, performance management, security and other support as required. Handles communications with numerous outside contacts and vendors. Ensures proper functioning of telephone and IT support in the office.
    Any Other Support: as required and directed by the Deputy Director, Programme Support.

    Educational Requirements:
    Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University; MBA with Major in Finance and Administration would be of added value.
    Required Competencies:

    Planning and Organizing skills
    Information management skills
    Contributing to team success
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Ability to communicate with diverse group of people
    Excellent in written communication
    Ability to use information to track administrative support
    Computer proficiency at advance level

    Experience Requirements:
    At least 5 years’ experience in office management and administration with minimum two years in International organization.
    Employment type: Contractual
    Salary: Negotiable

  • Programme Officer

    Programme Officer

    General Position Summary
    Interpeace has been implementing a peacebuilding programme in Burundi since 2007 and in Rwanda since 2002. In addition, starting from 2011, Interpeace has been supporting a regional peacebuilding programme involving Burundi, Rwanda and DR Congo’s North and South Kivu provinces. Interpeace is currently looking to fill the Burundi – Rwanda Programme Officer (PO- BR) position. This programme officer will focus on the Burundi and Rwanda country-specific programmes. A Great Lakes coordinator manages the regional programme.
    The Programme Officer – Burundi and Rwanda is a member of the core programmatic team for Interpeace’s work in the Great Lakes Region of Central Africa. He / she will report to the Great Lakes coordinator and will collaborate closely with the other members of the team in the overall management of the Rwanda and Burundi programmes: the Regional Director; the Great Lakes coordinator; the Great Lakes Policy Lead and Rwanda Program Officer; and the Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DM&E) officer. In this capacity, he/she will also be the key conduit for shaping and disseminating Interpeace’s reconciliation and peacebuilding work to key stakeholders.
    The PO-BR is responsible for working with the local partners – CENAP in Burundi and Never Again Rwanda in Rwanda – to ensure that the work of Interpeace is well planned in its content, captured throughout its delivery and strategically disseminated to donors and other key stakeholders to optimize its impact.
    The PO-BR serves as the key focal point between Interpeace and external actors in relation to the programmes. The post of PO-RB is based in Nairobi and involves extensive travel to the field.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Great Lakes coordinator, and in close collaboration with the Rwanda programme officer and the DM&E officer, the Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
    Programmatic Support

    Ensure the day-to-day management of the Burundi and Rwanda programmes in collaboration with the partner organisations;
    Provide programmatic guidance and operational support for field activities by Interpeace and its partners, specifically with respect to the content and methodology of the wo This includes, but is not limited to, collaboratively developing and nurturing a clear understanding of Interpeace’s programmes of work throughout Rwanda and Burundi;
    Play a strong role in the development of programme strategy and work plans for all field components of the programmes; thereby closely working together with the Great Lakes team to harmonize planning and ensuring efficient use of resources in the implementation of the two programmes;
    Monitor and respond to the implementation of work plans and revise them in collaboration with the partners and others within the Interpeace team;
    Ensure reflection and learning as a continuous and integral part of the programme with regard to programme development, methodological adaptations and generally on the topics under study and support cross-fertilization and sharing of lessons learned within Interpeace globally;
    Oversee and support the collection, compilation and dissemination of both contractual and strategic reporting;
    Review written documents of the Interpeace Rwanda and Burundi programmes and provide quality control through a mentoring approach to ensure the continuous development of writing capacities within the local partners;
    Support the technical development of the field teams in the areas of methodology, writing and communications; support continuous capacity building of the field teams;
    Develop emerging thematic competences that can be used not only for the Burundi and Rwanda programmes but can also be incorporated into Interpeace’s work in its other programmes;
    Provide the link between the Burundi and Rwanda programmes and the broader Great Lakes team within Interpeace; participate in the Great Lakes programme meetings as required.

    Financial Activities

    Provide a lead on financial management of the programme in collaboration with the Interpeace and partner finance officers
    Support the fundraising initiatives of Interpeace and local partners to ensure the financial sustainability of the Rwanda and Burundi programmes;
    Ensure monthly financial reviews and expenditure forecast in collaboration with Interpeace’s Finance Officer; monitor programme expenditures versus budget and available funds, ensuring that programme expenditures are within approved budgets and available funds;
    Review and approve partner’s activity reports before payments are authorized.

    Interpeace information about the Great Lakes Region

    Remain abreast of the political, economic and social context in Rwanda and Burundi through coordinated updates with the field teams and other networks developed;
    Monitor substantive developments and provide regular briefings to the Regional Director; engage in a regular exchange and analysis about context dynamics with the wider Great Lakes team;
    Maintain close liaison with team members to ensure that all Interpeace staff are regularly briefed on Rwanda and Burundi programme activities.

    Networking

    Utilize substantive relations vis-à-vis key Rwanda and Burundi stakeholders, in both informing and disseminating Interpeace’s programmes of work;
    Establish new, and maintain existing, relations with key international actors in Rwanda, Burundi and Nairobi, including donor relations, and strategically engage these actors as stakeholders of Interpeace’s work.

    Knowledge and Experience

    Master’s degree in peace-related studies, social or political science or other relevant fields;
    At least three years of field experience in peacebuilding, political and/or developmental work;
    Knowledge of and experience in Rwanda, Burundi or the wider Great Lakes Region;
    Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution/peacebuilding, external relations, proposal writing, budgeting, and training;
    Strong financial oversight and management skills;
    Strong communications skills: ability to write in clear, concise manner and to communicate effectively orally in both English and French (essential), local language knowledge in Kinyarwanda/Kirundi and/or Kiswahili a bonus;
    Strong computer skills in MS Office applications;
    Good interpersonal skills; be a team player while being able to work independently and meet set deadlines;
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
    Strong commitment to supporting local peacebuilding initiatives and to the values and working principles of Interpeace.

    Success Factors:

    Excellent social and inter-cultural skills, outstanding communication skills to a variety of stakeholders from different backgrounds;
    Flexible approach to work in a changing context and ability to deliver under pressure and to tight deadlines;
    Exceptional relationship and trust building skills;
    Creative team player with a commitment to inclusiveness and consensus building;
    Exceptional skills in coordinating complex and sensitive processes and designing participatory processes;
    Balanced and calm personality with tact and a good sense of humour.

  • Account Manager Customer Service Agent

    Account Manager Customer Service Agent

    Our client is East Africa’s most sought after marketing Services Company currently looking to hire an Account Manager.
     
    Main Purpose Of The Job

    To drive the company’s growth in business volume and profitability

    Responsibilities

    Maintaining and nurturing client relationships.
    Managing and promoting delivery to client expectations.
    Achieving set business targets in both volume and profitability through growing billings from existing clients and recruiting new ones
    Accountable for creation and integrity of proposal and pitch through working with agency colleagues in developing suitable proposals that adequately answers clients’ briefs and optimizes the agency’s  competitiveness in pitches
    Clearly and accurately writing reports, presentations and proposal documents.
    Developing content and delivering training to project staff in line with client initiatives and internal requirements
    Ensuring that timely client feedback is obtained for all projects through the established client satisfaction survey method

    Requirements

    Education Qualification and Training
    Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences
    Professional qualification in marketing, preferably CIM
    Proficiency in computers

    Skills

    Ability to advise the client and solve problems
    Strong proposal and presentation writing skills
    Excellent project management skills
    Excellent communication and social skills

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  • Area Business Developer Technician

    Area Business Developer Technician

    Our client in a microfinance company is looking to recruit business developers/ sales representatives to join their dedicated team.
    Responsibilities

    Generate sales to the company.
    Be able to design and come up with new ways of bringing about sales.
    Meeting sales targets set upon by management.
    Sourcing for new clients through different means including cold calling.
    Delivering of products to the clients.
    Selling of the company products.
    Maintaining business relationships with the clients.

    Requirements

    Customer Service Skills: You will need to be able speak in a friendly way to customers and potential customers, listening to their needs and helping communicate options for them.
    Communication Skills: You will need to speak to customers about a product’s different features, and answer any questions they might have.
    Flexibility: You might have to work long hours and outside of town.
    Persistence: Not every customer is going to be a sale. Being able to bounce back if you lose a sale will be key for this job.
    Fresh graduates and ongoing students are also encouraged to apply.

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  • Sales Representative-Motorcycle Warehouse Assistant Operations Officer – Agrochemicals Fast Food Sales & Marketing Manager Business Development Manager

    Sales Representative-Motorcycle Warehouse Assistant Operations Officer – Agrochemicals Fast Food Sales & Marketing Manager Business Development Manager

    Our client is a Kenyan manufacturer of motorbikes. They seek to hire an ambitious sales representative with a passion for new brands and their positioning. He/She should take pride in representing a made in Kenya premium brand and in convincing prospects to become customers.

    Visit and achieve sales with key accounts in the assigned region
    Support and encourage retailers in selling the company’s motorbikes
    Run the company’s owned retail shop
    Identify and approach potential customers
    Generate sales of motorbikes in the assigned region
    Coordinate delivery of motorbikes to customers
    Have training programs to secure the company’s quality for service and sales processes
    Cooperate with the marketing, sales and after sales manager to identify sales opportunities and areas to be improved
    Support dealers in developing marketing strategies
    Keep the retailer in close check to exercise the company’s code of conduct
    Prepare weekly reports for the region
    Identify opportunities by monitoring competitors
    Report to the company’s sales manager

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in a business related discipline, or equivalent qualifications
    Must have experience in retail organisation
    Must have experience with the motorcycle or the larger automotive industry
    Must be from Nanyuki and should know the area well.
    Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
    Great communication skills.
    Ability to run retail outlets
    Ability to build and maintain long term business relationships
    Ability to use CRM as a tool for reporting
    Ability to work under minimum supervision
    Able or willing to ride and demonstrate a motorbike
    Should be of high integrity
    Should have a proactive, commercial, independent, flexible and pragmatic attitude
    Has attention to detail and high quality deliverable outputs.
    Should be committed and believes in long-term relationships as a key driver for success
    Willing to travel to the region

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  • LCS Coordinator Spares Credit Risk Analyst Administrative Assistant Chief Technology Officer Real Estate Sales & Marketing Executive

    LCS Coordinator Spares Credit Risk Analyst Administrative Assistant Chief Technology Officer Real Estate Sales & Marketing Executive

    Duma Works is recruiting a LCS Coordinator Spares for our client, Krones LCS Center East Africa Ltd. The company provides after sales services to clients in the fields of process, filling and packaging technology.
    Department: LCS SalesReporting Structure: LCS Sales Manager
    Overview
    The LCS Coordinator Spares will contribute to the organizational goal by ensuring interactions with customers and Krones internal for all matters relating to spare part quotations and orders.
    Responsibilities

    Coordinate all enquiries, quotations and orders for Spares products
    Clarification of all queries before orders are placed
    Follow-up on status of each order with the supply chain department and keep customer informed on the status.
    Use the escalation procedure to prevent order delays by being pro-active
    Keep internal role players informed on status of key orders timeously
    Process invoicing and shipping documentation accurately and timeously.
    Work closely with the Finance Department to clear any queries and/or discrepancies.
    Follow-up with customers on OPEN quotations to ascertain status of a potential order.
    General administration/filing

    Requirements

    Degree/Diploma in Business Management or Purchasing and Supplies
    Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role

    Personal competencies

    Self-motivated, independent, solution orientated, deadline driven individual with good time management skills
    Good communication skills ( written and verbal)
    Excellent sales & negotiation skills
    Attention to detail
    Ability to work under pressure
    Strong business administration skills
    Client focused

    Specific Job Skills

    Pricing knowledge
    Customer relations

    Computer Skills

    MS Office
    SAP

    Application deadline: 5th April 2018

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  • Communications Manager

    Communications Manager

    STARR will:

    Strengthen cross border agricultural trade and value chains,
    Improve regional agricultural inputs,
    Strengthen resilience, and
    Strengthen the regional policy environment. Positions will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and preference will be given to local East Africa country candidates.

    Role and Responsibilities

    Support the development of project deliverables.
    Design and implement communications strategy and tools.
    Ensure appropriate branding and marking for all activity assets. • Maintain digital library of images and other communication tools.
    Conduct media relations for the activity (including press conferences and other high-visibility events).

    Requirements

    BA in related field: MA preferred, and 5+ years’ experience in communications.
    Knowledge of full-range of communications approaches, tools, and methodologies.
    At least two years’ experience in international development, supporting donor-funded projects.
    Strong communications and writing skills are required.
    Ability to travel throughout East Africa as needed.