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  • Human Resources Intern

    Human Resources Intern

    Job Description

    Role overview
    Role overview
    To perform various administrative tasks and support our HR function. The Human Resource Intern will be a valuable resource by supplementing the existing human and knowledge resources within VSO’s Kenya office/Nairobi Hub and it programs. This is also an opportunity for the intern to exchange and actively learn from other staff members.
    Skills, qualifications and experience

    Bachelor or Masters of Science in Human Resource management
    Current enrolment in a graduate or undergraduate degree programme in Human Resource Management.

    Essential:

    Good level of computer skills.
    Excellent written and spoken English and excellent interpersonal skills.
    Self-organized with ability to manage time and tight schedules, working effectively under pressure.
    Ability to work on own initiative, with a creative approach to problem solving.
    Strong level of attention to detail.
    Flexibility to adapt to new situations, with a positive attitude to working in an international organization.

    Desirable:

    Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management
    Experience of working with different cultures and backgrounds.

    Competencies and Behaviour
    At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core
    competencies:

    Ability to be open minded and respectful
    Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
    Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
    Ability to seek and share knowledge

  • Graphics Designer

    Graphics Designer

    Job Responsibilities

    Meet with ICT manager to determine the scope of a project
    Advise clients and the company on strategies to reach a particular audience
    Determine the message the design should portray
    Create images that identify a product or convey a message
    Develop graphics for product illustrations, logos, and websites
    Select colours, images, text style, and layout
    Present the design to clients or the ICT manager
    Incorporate changes recommended by the company into the final design
    Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
    Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
    Plans concept by studying information and materials.
    Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
    Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
    Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment; purchasing from vendors.
    Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
    Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment.
    Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
    Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.
    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

    Qualifications

    Degree/Diploma in Graphic Design
    At least 2 years of experience in a similar position
    Good communication skills
    Possess good customer service skills
    Attentive to detail

  • Graphic Designer

    Graphic Designer

    Job Description
    To design and develop all graphical elements of the marketing strategy and related business development–related materials
    Job Responsibilities

    Design, format, and layout advertisement and marketing material (print and online)
    Proven graphic designing experience.
    Possession of creative flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality.
    Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
    Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas.
    Up to date with industry leading software and technologies (In Design, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop etc).
    Highly proficient in all design aspects.
    Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines.
    Self-starter, able to work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
    Experience in the printing or related industry.
    Demonstrated continuous improvement.
    Ability to manage multiple tasks to completion and prioritise appropriately.
    Strong organizational and time management skills.
    Great ideas and who can think out of the box.
    Strong sense of teamwork and ability to work cross functionally with minimal supervision.
    High level of integrity

    Qualifications

    Diploma in related field
    2+ years work experience in a graphic design or other relevant field
    Proven graphic designing experience.
    Possession of creative flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality.
    Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
    Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas.
    Up to date with industry leading software and technologies (In Design, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop etc).
    Highly proficient in all design aspects.
    Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines.
    Self-starter, able to work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
    Experience in the printing or related industry.
    Demonstrated continuous improvement.
    Ability to manage multiple tasks to completion and prioritize appropriately.
    Strong organizational and time management skills.
    Great ideas and who can think out of the box.
    Strong sense of teamwork and ability to work cross functionally with minimal supervision.
    High level of integrity
    Experience with print, website design and electronic communication
    Expert working with Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, In Design
    Concept skills, promotional design

  • Head Nurse – Assisted Living Care Facility 

Senior Accountant 

Accountant 

Restaurant Manager 

Assistant Sales Manager

    Head Nurse – Assisted Living Care Facility Senior Accountant Accountant Restaurant Manager Assistant Sales Manager

    Our client is a care facility in the outskirts of Nairobi. They seek to hire a Head Nurse who will take charge of the overall day to day operations of the Care Facility. S/he will be responsible for managing, supervising and assisting the nursing staff, as well as providing administrative support and patient care.
    Roles & Responsibilities

    Assessing the resident’s physical status when s/he is admitted, as well as during severe changes in health and also annually.
    Establish a care plan using the information that was gathered on the resident during the assessment process.
    Share the care plan with the resident and members of the staff and oversee its implementation while noting anything that strays from the plan.
    Manage the resident’s medication, making sure to test their ability to manage their own medication administration and storage.
    Create and oversee programs (including immunisation requirements and plans for combating infectious diseases like tuberculosis) that promote health and prevent diseases for residents.
    To work in collaboration with and arrange for visits by General Practitioners, physicians and other specialists as the case may be to provide medical services to the residents.
    Create and oversee a philosophy of care that includes exercise plans at the assisted living facility.
    Create and oversee rules for resident capacity and end-of-life care preferences.
    Be accountable for care practices when it comes to him/her and the staff.
    Ensure care practices have each resident’s best interests in mind.
    Schedule nurses’ shifts.
    Develop and enforce policies aiming at legal compliance and high quality standards.
    Provide reports on productivity, quality and customer service metrics.
    Control budgets and monitor expenditures at the Assisted Care facility
    Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed.Evaluate nurses’ performance

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing/ Higher Diploma in nursing from a recognised institution
    Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
    At least 7-10 years’ work experience as a head nurse preferably in a similar setup.
    In-depth knowledge of patient care and medical facilities procedures.
    Thorough knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare particularly in Assisted Living Care facilities.
    Great communication and people skills.
    Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.Demonstrable leadership, management and communication skills

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  • Swimming Coach

    Swimming Coach

    Job Details
    The position reports to the Head of Administration and the Activities Coordinator.
    Job Responsibilities

    Overseeing the safety of all swimmers.
    Plan the pool activities.
    Ensure that the water standards meet safety standard requirements.
    Coaching children and developing their swimming skills and confidence in water.
    Ability to supervise a small team of staff comprising of life guards, pool attendants.
    Ability to interact with children starting from the toddler group to secondary level, teachers and parents.
    Should be a team player.
    Adaptable to a multi-cultural and multi-racial working environment.

    Requirements

    Diploma in sports management or related degree.
    YMCA swimming coach and lifeguard certificate or equivalent.
    Knowledge in pool treatment.
    Valid first aid certificate and advanced first aid knowledge.
    Computer literate.
    Minimum 4 years’ experience as a swimming coach in a school.
    Certificate of Good Conduct.

  • Sales & Marketing Executive

    Sales & Marketing Executive

    Job Details:
    REPORTING TO: Sales and Marketing Manager
    GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY
    The jobholder will be responsible for promoting the company value proposition and for achieving set revenue targets; through enhancing the brand image of the company, marketing company’s services, bringing in new business and concluding property letting and sales transactions and identifying new property management opportunities.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Ensuring strong understanding of the company value proposition
    Supporting the development and implementation of a branding and marketing strategy
    Keeping abreast of developments in the Real Estate Market in Kenya and internationally so as to provide evidence based advice to clients
    Marketing the company’s property management service, vacant space for let or land, buildings for sale and advisory services, on various forums including the company website, social media platforms, print media, outdoor advertising, expos, networking with other partners and agents, writing advisory articles etc.
    Generating and pursuing leads on sales, lettings and management contracts to conclusion
    Identifying and bringing in new properties for sale and let to the firms portfolio, and identifying new management to the firms portfolio and advisory opportunities
    Maintaining relations with key partners including, developers, agents, financiers, lawyers and other sources of business
    Providing after sale customer service and maintaining a client and potential client database in the firms files
    Ensuring client feedback is received after each concluded transaction and following up on action required
    Providing regular activity / performance reports
    Managing company property and assets entrusted to the jobholder for marketing and sales purposes
    Undertaking any ad hoc duties associated with the marketing function, including drafting correspondence, working with external agencies such as advertising companies and maintaining records
    Carrying out other related tasks as might be required from time to time.

    Job Requirements
    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelors or Higher Diploma in Marketing or similar
    A competent user of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel
    A competent user of web platforms for marketing.
    At least 5 years’ experience working as a marketer/salesperson, in the real estate sector

    Skills

    Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills
    Good organization and administrative skills
    A strong team player
    Ability to perform with minimal supervision
    Ability to adopt a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.

    Personal attributes

    High integrity
    Articulate and self-confident
    Professional and highly self-motivated
    Ability to manage assigned tasks in a proactive and efficient manner
    Adaptable and able to work in an environment of fluctuating workloads
    Must display a high degree of emotional maturity
    Equipment to be used
    Must be able to operate computers and other office machines such as printers, scanners, fax, copier, telephones etc.

    Working conditions
    The incumbent will spend considerable time away from the office – within Nairobi and its environs. The job holder may also have to do some light lifting of advertising supplies and materials from time to time. Occasionally they may be called upon to work overtime or odd schedules.

  • Food and Beverage Supervisor

    Food and Beverage Supervisor

    Job Description

    Aim of the role: The purpose of this position is to lead the daily Food & Beverage outlet operations including overall quality, service and service staff performance of the designated outlet or outlets.
    The Supervisor will work daily with the F&B staff to ensure both external and internal Guest Satisfaction in the outlets by training, coaching, developing and correcting behavior of the F&B Staff.
    This is a leadership position that directs the work of all F&B service staff and is responsible for the overall performance of the outlets.
    Outline of Responsibilities:

    Ensure a high standard of service and cleanliness in the restaurants, bar, boardrooms, conference rooms and kitchens are maintained.
    Maintain a high standard of guest relations and personal contact, ensuring that all complaints are dealt with immediately.
    Execute outlet operations including food and beverage promotions, customer service and inventories.
    Lead the Front of the House staff in training the following: restaurant standards, wine service and customer service.
    Assist F&B Management in monitoring labor, inventory and Food Handlers/ HACCP Certifications.
    Monitor the performance of outlet service staff. Supervision duties include; delegating responsibilities, scheduling, coaching and correcting, evaluating, interviewing, training and mentoring of staff.
    Maintain Restaurant inventory, cleanliness, food rotation and menu consistency
    Maintain policies and procedures. Adhere to HACCP, OSHA and alcoholic beverage commission guidelines
    Provide assistance to the F&B Management in all menu preparations, kitchen rules, service standards, cleanliness and inventory controls for F&B
    Update the Specials menu board daily and changing during meal periods.
    Responsible for training shift leaders for their responsibilities during all meal periods and events
    Assist the F&B Management in all kitchen efforts, staffing and inventory controls as assigned
    Assist in the execution of the strategic plan including forecasting, budget management, profit and loss accountability, cost control and inventories
    Conduct inventory for par levels of food, beverage and paper supplies.
    Assist in establishing methods for inventory control and adhere to purchasing procedures
    Ensure proper maintenance, cleaning and operation of the outlet and service equipment
    Continue to enhance the guest service experience by creative initiatives
    Assist in the execution of administrative function such as reporting, forecasting, quality assurance and departmental meetings
    Maintain and demonstrate strong knowledge of food and beverage trends within the hospitality industry
    Provide direct ‘hands-on’ cooking or prep work on the hot line if necessary to deliver quality, prompt food service as needed on busy events or meal periods
    Performs other duties as assigned

    Human Responsibilities

    Attends all training sessions as scheduled.

    Replacement and Temporary Mission

    May be assigned to perform reliever duties when need be.

    Basic Conditions and Benefits of Employment:
    These are in line with normal company policies and practices, specific details will be communicated to an applicant should he/she qualify for consideration.
    Line of Reporting and Communication:
    Responsible To: Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
    Responsible For: Food and Beverage Service Staff.
    In Communication With: Other Hotel Departments
    Education, Training and Experience Requirements:
    Level of Literacy

    Must be able to read and write in English & Kiswahili.
    A foreign language will be an added advantage.

    Level of Communication Skills

    Must be in possession of excellent communication skills

    Level of Formal / Professional  /Education & Training

    Diploma in Food & Beverage Sales and Services from a reputable institution.

    Level of Experience

    At least 2 years experience in a similar role

    Leadership Skills

    Must have demonstrable leadership skills

  • Community Development Personnel

    Community Development Personnel

    Job Description
    We are looking for Community Development Personnel to fill the vacancies that have come up at our Mombasa and Kilifi branches
    Requirements:

    Degree/Diploma and Community development.
    Min. of 3 years working exp. with Youth in the Community.

  • Laboratory Technologist

    Laboratory Technologist

    Contract Details:

    One (1) year Fixed Term Renewable contract
    Monthly starting salary: Kes 50,000- 60,000 Gross

    Job Summary:

    The job holder will provide laboratory technical support at the Al Khair Clinic in Kibra, Nairobi.
    The incumbent will serve as the laboratory technologist and will utilize their valid licence to register the laboratory with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

    Main Duties and Responsibilities:

    Perform Laboratory investigations and ensure accurate, reliable and timely results.
    Maintain order and smooth flow of patients.
    Ensure that all relevant records are updated and maintained
    Monitor and supervise proper usage of laboratory reagents
    Maintain laboratory machines in good order
    Ensure general laboratory cleanliness is maintained
    Ensure SOP’s are used at all times
    Ensuring safety procedures in the laboratory are maintained
    Preparing of stains, reagents and solutions necessary for all lab tests.
    Participate in the facility planning and forecasting of laboratory supplies
    Ensure that all statistical reports are accurate and submitted weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually as necessary
    Maintain an updated record and compile and submit monthly inventory reports of all laboratory assets and equipment
    Participate in annual program planning process and budget implementation. Recommend budget revisions to focus on priority areas and assist with rising of fresh bulk supplies orders every quarter
    Supervise the storage of laboratory reagents and cold chain systems to avoid compromised reagents that may lead to false reporting
    Ensure all laboratory reports are done on time and sent to other government offices/ head of facility.

    Required Qualifications:

    At least a Diploma in medical laboratory sciences
    MUST be registered by The Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)

    Required Experience & Competencies:

    At least 5 years experience working in a busy Microbiology laboratory
    Must be proficient in the use of Computer applications
    Team player
    Customer excellence orientation
    Conscientious and detail oriented

  • Telecommunications Sales & Customer Service Officer 

Telecommunications Technician

    Telecommunications Sales & Customer Service Officer Telecommunications Technician

    Our client, a visionary and transformative leading quality player in the provision of goods and services in electronic and niche type electrical solutions, is looking for an enthusiastic Telecommunications Sales and Customer Service Officer to fuel their rapid growth ambition, improve customers understanding and thus further develop products and services offerings to meet the changing needs of the customers.
    Job Responsibilities

    Identify customer segment needs and correctly identify need in individuals, corporations and traders that can be fulfilled by arrange of product offering.
    Represent the company products to prospective clients and explain clearly and concisely why they would be useful to the customer, dealing with any follow up questions and objections in a friendly but persuasive way, including referring inside the organization or to colleagues to fill information gaps required to deal with objections or follow up questions.
    Follow up and close Sales conversations with prospects and lead to growth in sales.
    Research competitive prices and feed back to admin department.
    Meet Sales targets by doing the right things in the right way- faithfully following the values of the company.
    Report back on daily client interactions and daily sales.
    Explain variance between sales targets and achievement and make plans to address reasons for shortfalls, including seeking help where needed.

    Qualifications

    A Diploma in Sales and Marketing or equivalent qualification.
    A Technician Diploma in Telecoms or Electronics with a strong bias to selling will be considered.
    A background in Electronics or Communications is preferred.
    A demonstrated interest in communications and electronics technology and its uses and comfortable, fluent and easily able to deal with technicians or engineering professionals at different levels on a day to day basis
    High levels of integrity

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