Jobs Kenya

Location: Location in Nairobi

  • Logistics and Security Manager

    Logistics and Security Manager

    PURPOSE OF THE JOB
    Play a key role in leading and managing FH Kenya logistics system with oversight responsibilities in procurement, fleet management, security, and logistics.
    ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Key Result

    Policies, Procedures, Systems and Training: (20%)

    In close collaboration with the CD and senior management, develop/revise procurement and logistics policies as the need arises and support the implementation process.
    Ensure that FH Kenya policies that relate to procurement and logistics are in compliance with the country procurement framework/laws.
    Promote an understanding of logistics and procurement processes within FH Kenya. Identify areas of capacity building among staff and take necessary steps to ensure that staff understand logistics and procurement procedures through the delivery of basic training and orientation.
    Plan and conduct regular field visits; monitor and evaluate the implementation and adherence to logistics and procurement policies; identify areas of risk and make recommendations to existing practices as is suitable.
    Ensure logistics processes and procedures are in compliance with set policies, funding sources, including government procedures and policy requirements.
    Ensure that all aspects of Safety and Security, Vehicle Usage and Procurement Policies are understood and maintained and followed by all staff.

    Procurement: (20%)

    In collaboration with the Program Managers, ensure that all donor rules and regulations pertinent to the procurement of services, goods and equipment and the use of such office equipment and vehicles are followed for all donor funded projects.
    In conjunction with the CD and senior management teams, develop a long term sourcing strategy with measurable effectiveness incorporating department strategies and targets. In line with this, ensure that strategic sourcing agreements are arranged at the best possible price and in accordance with advantageous lead-times, terms and conditions.
    Take lead in procurement processes, ensuring that they are conducted above board and in a transparent manner that ensures that all required documentation is collected and procedures followed. Check and review relevant procurement documents such as requisitions, bid analysis, LPOs.
    Ensure that all procurement documents such as purchase requests, purchase orders, GIN, GRN are filed and stored and accessible during audits.
    Professionally negotiate agreements/contracts and endeavor to ensure cost reduction in procurement of country program goods and services

    Management and Planning (20%)

    Collaborate with the program teams to develop procurement plans and priorities for the different projects and periodically advise and follow up with the program teams to ensure progress on plans. In addition, develop strategies for delivery on the procurement plans agreed beforehand with the program teams.
    Participate in program planning aspects such budgeting and provide technical input as relates to logistics and procurement.
    Lead and manage Logistics/Procurement staff ensuring clarity over strategy, plans and priorities, providing supervision, guidance and encouraging effective teamwork through regular meetings and constant feedback.
    Consolidate monthly logistics reports and prepare monthly security reports to be sent to Country Director.

    Security: (20%)

    In close collaboration with the CD, ensure the development/review of the country security plans and standard operating procedures. In line with this, ensure that all field offices have contextualized security protocols and that they are updated annually.
    Conduct periodic training for all staff to ensure that they understand the country/project site security plans, tools and SoPs. This includes briefing all visitors heading to the field.
    Ensure that identified security focal points have undergone relevant trainings and are able to use all security and health related equipment.
    Proactively monitor the security situation in the project areas and respond in accordance to established protocols.
    Attend relevant coordination meetings at different levels national/country/district and develop good relationships with police and other security personnel in areas of operation. This will include UN security focal points, NGO cluster groups, other NGO security focal points.
    Ensure that radio system and FH Satellite phones, car radios and other security equipment are functioning well and that they are used in the proper way.
    Provide timely verbal and written security incident reports whenever they occur to the Country Director and SLT.

    Inventories and Asset Management: (10%)

    In close collaboration with finance teams, develop and maintain an inventory database (assets and stocks) and prepare analytical reports as needed.
    Develop a disposal plan for organizational assets as per the disposal policy.
    Institute and oversee the physical count of assets and inventory on a periodic basis, ensuring that assets and inventory are indicated in an electronic database
    Ensure proper acceptable standard warehousing/storage techniques are used in handling organizational commodities.

    Fleet Management: (10%)

    Ensure the proper utilization, maintenance and follow up of the FH fleet as well as control and management of the cost of the fleet (fuel, maintenance and repairs). Ensure that a regular maintenance plan is set up for all vehicles.
    Manage safe and affordable staff transportation (ground and air) and manage all related contracts and external associated relationships.
    Ensure the development/revision and or the implementation and adherence to vehicle policy in the organization
    Ensure that all FH vehicles have valid insurance coverage and where required, insurance claims are made in good time to cover any damage and or loss incurred.
    Ensure the proper and appropriate documentation of vehicles such as repairs and servicing, insurances, log books, etc.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Vibrant personal relationship with Christ and possess a high level of integrity
    Christian commitment to serving the poor and in full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in our Vision, Purpose and Values
    Leadership and project management skills with ability to plan, lead and follow through on complex projects and activities
    Flexible, dependable, organized, resilient, self-motivated, servant leader, effective within various levels of society, good team player, and compassionate with humanitarian attitude
    Strong organizational and administrative ability
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, such as Word and Excel
    Ability to travel up to 30% a year
    Able to multi-task and resolve conflicts as well as possess good judgment in making decisions under difficult situations.
    Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships across the organization
    Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs.
    Organized and able to keep clear and concise records

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    A university degree in related field
    Minimum of 5 years experience in logistics management and co-ordination (strategy development, purchasing and supply, warehousing, team support, vehicle fleet management, security awareness and communications) preferably within an NGO environment
    Proven experience in humanitarian or development work
    Experience in people management with skills/knowledge on coaching and mentoring
    Proven experience in managing logistics systems and infrastructure

    LANGUAGE SKILLS
    Proficiency in spoken and written English/ Kiswahili
    POSITION IN THE ORGANIZATION
    The Logistics Manager reports hierarchically to the Country DirectorThe Logistics Manager manages a team of 3 – 6 employees

  • Accountant

    Accountant

    VSF Germany seeks to recruit a well rounded, qualified and well experienced Accountant to be part of the VSF Germany Regional Office Support team. Initial contract will be for 12 months with possibility of extension dependant on performance and/ or funding. This position is designed to be 60% field and 40% at Regional office in Nairobi. The post holder will undertake the following duties/ responsibilities:
    Key responsibility areas include, but are not limited to:

    Support program team in development of project budget, reviews and forecasts,
    Prepare donor finance reports as per donor requirement
    Capacity building of project accountants through trainings
    Review expense documents to ensure adequacy and completeness of documents before payments/ transfers are processed and before expenses are imported in Navision accounting software
    Support internal and external audits both at regional office and in country offices
    Filing and Accounting data management.
    Oversee proper and efficient cash management
    Grant Management- Prepare customized management financial reports from time to time

    Person Requirements/qualifications

    At least a degree in accounting or related discipline from a recognized institution.
    Qualifications as a Certified Public Accountant will be an added advantage
    At least 3 years hand-on experience in accounting/finance. Experience working with Non Governmental Organization(s) will be an added advantage,
    Computer literacy with good command in Microsoft office a must
    Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
    Knowledge of any accounting software is an added advantage
    Ability to work in a diverse team, impartiality and able to work under strict deadlines.

  • Pre-Sales Engineer

    Pre-Sales Engineer

    Job description

    Sales

    Take the lead on solution design on major RFP, RFQ and Bids in Kenya.
    Provide a solution focused consultancy service to either Enterprise or Wholesale/Channel clients, in support of sales colleagues, that will entail the analyzing of complex customer requirements leading to solution design, cost of sale and time to deliver.
    Gain a thorough understanding of Key Customer existing and future ICT requirements and document a Technical Account Plan, to be signed off by customer and Key

    Account Manager.

    Provide fully detailed designs along with cost of sales and predicted time to implement for Key Customer solutions to the sales and commercial teams.
    Identify opportunities utilize solution design experience and expertise to provide input into and create architecture for new product development in line with Customer requirements.
    Collaborate with the Procurement, Planning, Implementation, Finance and Customer Support teams to drive new customer initiatives across the country and the East African region at large.
    Support the sales team on technical presentations to clients.
    Understand internal and external roadmaps, technology strategies and product strategies.
    Provide coaching and professional development to team-member pre-sales and sales associates in order to enhance their product knowledge, technical understanding and technical sales skills
    Use customer knowledge to drive active input in to new product development, pricing and rollout.

    Documentation and Reporting

    100% accuracy on delivery timelines of all solution designed
    Provide solutions that are 100% within budget on their cost of implementation
    Build a technical database of all key customers (T-200) with clear technical diagrams of current solutions within first 3 months
    2Draw a clear road map/Account Plan on the growth strategy for each customer with all the documents signed by the KAM and the customer within first 6 months
    In liaison with Product Managers, Provide a road map design of either New Products or Existing 2.6 At least 90% participation in all New Product Development meetings
    Attend at least 4 customer review meetings per month with respective NAMProducts Development for the assigned market segment within first 6 months

    Collaboration

    Coordinate with internal Product Development
    Coordinate with external solution suppliers
    Engage with Liquid’s internal departments to confirm that the proposed solution can be delivered and supported.
    Assess the customer satisfaction of the solution, capturing lessons learned and sharing these with the appropriate teams to drive improvements.
    Through NAM, Communicate with clients and Regional Presale Manager to provide accurate and timely information in regards to solution designed

    Financial

    Responsible for generating the most cost effective solution for the customer needs

    Typical Outputs

    Proposal & RFP documentationBusiness cases and financial illustrations

  • Digital Sales Specialist

    Digital Sales Specialist

    Job description
    Requisition ID: 172674
    Expected Travel: 0 – 10%
    Are you looking for a career with a Top Employer in Africa?
    We are looking for an enthusiastic professional for a Digital Sales Specialist (DSS) role, based in Nairobi, Kenya.
    Are you a resourceful, driven, team player with a competitive spirit, and strong business acumen to help our customers in the Growth segment reach new levels of customer success. If you have a curiosity for solving business problems, a passion for making your customers successful, and the ability to articulate the ROI of an enterprise solution across multiple stakeholders, then this could be the role for you. Do you want to drive digital change and create new customer experiences and journeys?
    DSS at SAP have experience doing deep levels of discovery and objection handling at every level. They are engaged with their customers at every level of the sales cycle, from account planning, through the development of the deal, to the close of business, and beyond. They are trusted advisors to the C-Suite and the end users. This person won’t simply focus on selling the best CRM Cloud solution, they will also cross sell our entire Hybris suite of products, which includes world class solutions for: Marketing Intelligence in the cloud, Commerce in the Cloud, and Field Service Automation in the cloud. The DSS will be responsible for managing, leading and closing the top SAP opportunities within the South Africa for SAP Customer Engagement & Commerce (also known as CEC) solutions. These opportunities will be defined as the largest and most complex CEC opportunities. The DSS will also engage with complementary SAP Account teams to identify and drive CEC opportunities within our largest SAP customers.
    A successful DSS Professional will contribute to the sales team by focusing on complex deals, including building relationships with Industry leaders within the SAP ecosystem. The DSS will be involved in specific and strategic sales opportunities, and in developing and delivering demand generation programs designed to uncover new opportunities within specific industries. To be successful in role, the candidate will need to deliver total solutions to prospects, customers and partners will be dependent upon teaming with SAP Partner Account Managers within field sales, partners, as well as other SAP sales and technical sales resources.
    The DSS will need to possess excellent organizational, communication and selling skills. The successful candidate will have 5-10+ years of solution selling experience, and preferably at least 5 years in a direct sales role within the Customer Experience industry. The successful candidate must understand CRM systems, as well as the Customer Experience value proposition (ROI) with a track record of hitting and exceeding quota. Experience managing and closing complex sales-cycles. Proactive in nature to actively prospect greenfield new business. Experience in engaging with C-level executives with the ability to showcase a robust innovation roadmap.
    SAP’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
    To harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.
    If You Are Interested In Applying For Employment With SAP And Are In Need Of Accommodation Or Special Assistance To Navigate Our Website Or To Complete Your Application, Please Send An E-mail With Your Request To Recruiting Operations Team (Americas
    SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

  • Software Quality Assurance Tester

    Software Quality Assurance Tester

    Job description
    Interested in the people making and using software? Do you have an eye for detail and love a great user experience? Then we have a test role with great scope for personal growth.
    Asoko is a first-mover in aggregating corporate data across African growth markets. Our unique position in the emerging markets data industry provides a great opportunity for someone looking to shape the development of a game-changing information platform for corporate transparency in Africa.
    We’re a globally distributed team, so remote working is welcome.
    The Role is

    Junior member of a 4-6 person agile team. You’ll work closely with developers and designers to understand the product goals and then ensure that they are met when software is delivered.
    The majority of the testing at Asoko is automated. You’ll be able to contribute to this via
    Adding scripts into a front-end test environment
    Identify cause of test breakages, and communicate them appropriately
    There is an on-going need for manual verification and deep testing in some cases. You’ll be expected to:
    Ensure basic stability of each release
    Verify new and in-development functionality
    Deep testing and Negative testing on risk areas
    You will also help ensure that users have a high quality experience
    Understanding user issue reports and ratifying the exact symptoms
    Help users in optimal use of the software
    No restriction on location, as long as you’re great, speak proper English and can join in the UK workday!

    Requirements

    2 – 6 years relevant experience
    Good grounding in scripting language, Javascript being ideal, i.e. Node.js and Vue.js
    Strong experience in using a variety of web software. Understanding of web implementation fundamentals is a strong positive
    Precision and reliability; driven to provide accurate statements and affirmations
    Knowledge of testing fundamentals and techniques is a strong positive
    Tackle new arenas of knowledge in a structured manner
    Demonstrated ability to communicate accurately in well defined terms
    Experience with customer support is a positive

  • Sales Representative

    Sales Representative

    Job description
    The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of reverse osmosis equipment and the associated chemistry.
    We will provide training on the specific products, but we expect you use this knowledge to acquire new clients and maintain current customer relationships.
    You should feel comfortable working in a technical sales situation with farm general managers as well as technicians and equipment operators.
    You will need to be self-motivated, and well-organised.
    Responsibilities

    Identify potential customers
    Develop relationships with potential customers
    Build sales pipeline
    Maintain good relationships with current customers

    Qualifications

    Diploma or equivalent in science, preferably chemistry
    At least 1 year of previous sales experience in agri-, flori- or horti-cultural, or chemical sectors
    Good written and spoken English
    Good communication skills
    Driver’s license

  • Health Director

    Health Director

    Job Purpose
    To be responsible for providing oversight and strategic leadership for the organisations health program; this includes strategic planning; overseeing implementation of the Health Program initiatives as well as providing supportive leadership and mentorship to the health staff.
    Job Responsibilities

    Devise strategies and plans for the healthcare program according to organisation standards for excellent service and growth.
    Plan and oversee budgets for the department as well as arrange for sourcing of materials and equipment.
    Act as a link between healthcare program and Ministry of Health.
    Oversee expansion and growth to other areas/slums that the organisation wants to start health programs.
    Oversee and maintain health quality standards across all the organisation’s health facilities.
    Plan and oversee all patient care or administrative operations and programs.
    Coordinate and supervise staff providing constructive feedback.
    Evaluate performance and discipline employees when necessary.
    Monitor compliance to legal guidelines, internal policies and quality standards.
    Oversee quality assurance for clinical care.
    Plan and allocate duties, transfers to various sites etc., for staff.
    Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine need for improvement across all the health program initiatives.
    Provide personnel with clinical training and opportunities for continuous development.
    Present and give tours for external visitors and guests.
    Compile and present reports to donors as and when required.
    Order and manage pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical supplies.
    Prepare and analyse all the clinic reports.

    Qualifications for the the Health Director Job

    Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine, Surgery, Public Health, Nursing or any other related field
    Master’s Degree in Medicine, Surgery or any other related field is preferable
    Qualification in Medicine or any other related field

    Experience:

    Must have a minimum of 10 years clinical experience and 5 years in management position in the health sector
    Experience in health provision in urban slums/informal settlement is an advantage but not mandatory
    Current medical license to practice in Kenya

    Knowledge and Skills:
    Functional Skills

    Solid understanding of work plans, budgeting, resourcing and performance evaluation procedures
    Excellent knowledge of healthcare standards (e.g. ISO), SOPs, policies and regulations for the clinical field
    Excellent communication and people skills
    Exceptional organizational and leadership skills
    Proficient in MS Office and computer systems (e.g. patient management software)
    Interpersonal skills
    Ethical Practice

    Behavioural Competencies / Attributes

    Aptitude in resolving issues and conflicts
    Ability to manage relationships
    Team player
    Strategic thinker
    Innovative and agile
    Emotional intelligence
    Honesty and integrity
    Persistent and proactive

  • Reservations Manager Executive Housekeeper

    Reservations Manager Executive Housekeeper

    Job description
    At Fairmont The Norfolk, all guest service has the potential to create a lasting memory when it is delivered with warmth and sincerity. Be an ambassador for our brand as a Reservation Agent, where the engaging and anticipative service you provide over the telephone will make our guests feel valued and reflect the exceptional hotel experience to come.
    Summary Of Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Reservations Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

    Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
    Book and enter room reservation requests using the Property Management System
    Enter rooming lists while ensuring accuracy, as required
    Update reservations ensuring a flawless check in and check out process
    Ensure revenue is maximized by up-selling guest rooms and recommending hotel facilities
    Liaise with Sales and other departments as required
    Answer telephone and email inquiries in a timely manner
    Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
    Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
    Follow all safety policies
    Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    Previous customer related experience required
    Previous Property Manager System experience preferred
    Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
    Must be able to type 25 words per minute
    Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
    Highly responsible & reliable
    Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
    Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
    Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

    Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

    Frequent sitting throughout shift
    Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, walking and standing
    Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

    Visa Requirements: Must be eligible to work in Kenya

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  • Chief Accountant

    Chief Accountant

    Job description

    Preparing and presenting monthly management accounts
    Preparing the quarterly forecast and annual budget
    Handling vessel accounts and liaising with vessel owners.
    Responsible for the integrity of the entities nominal ledger
    Cash management, reporting and forecasting for the Company
    Enhancing current management information to reflect changing needs of management and to drive the business forward
    Implementation and maintenance of the accounting system
    Assisting in improving, developing and monitoring controls
    Producing and/or analysing detailed product costing and margin analysis

  • Logistics Officer

    Logistics Officer

    Job description
    Role
    Supervises and provides all or selected logistics management activities required for the timely and efficient transportation and distribution of products and materials. Identify and evaluate suppliers as per company policy. Monitor effective use of materials and resources, and ensure quality record keeping.
    Job Description

    Co-ordination and supervision of selected activities of Logistics Dpt. (planning, purchase, warehousing, and shipping) to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products.
    Responsible for creating and maintaining contingency plans.
    Allocation of tasks and monitoring of performance and motivation of direct reports.
    Drafting of reports, preparation of supplier tenders, commercial contract drafts or related support documents, SOPs, etc. Based on logistics movements and distribute them according to requirements.
    Putting forward suggestions to changes aimed at cost cuts or effectiveness enhancement and the following implementation of these changes.
    Participate in global Ferring projects and introduce the same to local markets.
    Ensure that all staff are adequately trained, cross trained and identify any additional training needs to achieve high working standards.
    Ensure effective commodity management and quality control.
    Design and develop standard operating methods to manage logistics operations efficiently.

    Qualifications

    University degree preferably in a business related field.
    3-5 years of experience on supply management position.
    Excellent level of English language, French is a plus.
    Excellent computer skills.

    Competencies

    Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
    Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; able to make a quick decision.
    Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
    Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
    Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals evaluates results.
    Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers.
    Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches.