Jobs Kenya

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  • Marketing Executive Personal Assistant Direct Sales Executive

    Marketing Executive Personal Assistant Direct Sales Executive

    Marketing executives oversee many aspects of a campaign throughout the entire lifespan of a product, service or idea. As such executives are likely to have a great deal of responsibility early on and will be required to manage their time and duties themselves. These responsibilities can include:
    Roles

    overseeing and developing marketing campaigns
    conducting research and analyzing data to identify and define audiences
    devising and presenting ideas and strategies
    promotional activities
    compiling and distributing financial and statistical information
    writing and proofreading creative copy
    maintaining websites and looking at data analytics
    organizing events and product exhibitions
    updating databases and using a customer relationship management (CRM) system
    coordinating internal marketing and an organization’s culture
    monitoring performance
    Managing campaigns on social media.

    Job Requirements

    Degree in Marketing would be an advantage as would CIM qualification.
    Previous experience in a similar role.
    Strong project management/organizational skills.
    Ability to use spreadsheets to analyses data and spot trends.
    Understanding of customer segmentation.

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  • Category Buyer

    Category Buyer

    In keeping with our current business needs, the Procurement Department has a vacancy for the position of Category Buyers reporting to the Head of Procurement.
    Applications are hereby required from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position
    The Buyer will form an integral part of the Procurement function in the achievement of Sales and Operational growth and productivity objectives of the Company by proactively reviewing the purchasing and supply chain management of the designated category and making appropriate recommendations and implementing changes in a timely manner.
    Job Responsibilities

    Approval of purchase orders up to the allowed value
    Review of category targets & strategy in line with the overall business strategy
    Setting up and reviewing trading terms with suppliers
    Supplier segmentation and rationalization
    Supplier relationship Management
    Review and authorize price changes from suppliers
    New items presentation & category ranging
    Category, savings, sales and margin analysis reports
    Market intelligence analysis
    Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate, including discount structures, margins and volume rebates.
    Foster close working relationships with associated internal departments

    Requirements

    Bachelor of Commerce degree in Purchasing & Supply Chain, from a recognized University.
    CIPS (UK) Graduate Diploma, continuing professionals encouraged to apply
    Membership of Professional body in area of specialization, e.g. CIPS, KISM,
    At least three (3) years working experience in Procurement & Supply Chain
    Good working Knowledge in FMCG especially in the Retail sector
    An understanding of the relevant legislation, policies and standard procedures on procurement
    Experience in working with ERP systems is essential
    Proficiency in MS Office suite
    Effective planning and organizing skills
    Good business acumen and entrepreneurial skills
    Demonstrated high degree of integrity
    Team player and a collaborative approach within teams

  • P1 Teacher – Suswa, Narok

    P1 Teacher – Suswa, Narok

    Job Description
    Reporting to: Centre Manager
    Duty station: Suswa-Narok County
    Availability: January 2018
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
    Develop schemes of work and lesson plans, while establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities
    Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
    Prepare classroom for class activities and be able to use relevant technology to support instruction Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
    Measure and evaluate individual student’s overall and holistic performance and development Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and other assignments
    Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
    Prepare required reports on students and activities
    Manage overall student behavior and discipline in and out of class by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, in accordance with established disciplinary systems of the school Participate in extracurricular activities such as social, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
    Participate in departmental, staff and parent meetings Attend scheduled teacher training sessions and participate actively
    Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
    Communicating, consulting and co-operating with other members of the school staff and management Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

    Job Qualifications

    Diploma in Early Childhood Education or Primary Teacher Education (P1) from a recognized college
    At least 1 year teaching experience at ECD or primary school levels respectively
    Willing to work under high pressure and for flexible hours
    Must demonstrate passion for teaching and children
    Extra training beyond P1 level an added advantage

    Desirable attributes

    Talented in co-curricular activities.
    Portrays leadership skills and is a team player and good in interpersonal skill.
    Energetic, flexible and open minded.
    Teachable, self-motivated with self-confidence
    Have a desire to face challenges and grow in new ways.
    Excellence in communication with good command of English language.

  • Trading Manager

    Trading Manager

    Job description

    Global Sourcing and Supply in Sudan is looking to recruit a dedicated Trading Manager to look over the country’s location whole and retail operations, together with its food trading and supply business.
    You will work closely with the Country Manager in order to oversee and manage operations, people, reporting, as well as the financial aspect of the business. The ideal candidate must know the market and will constantly look for changing trends, needs and market gaps through the distribution and analysis of surveys.
    You must be able to build business plans and focus on analyzing sales, concentrating on the financial aspect of the business and overlooking our Gross Profit margin. Budget requirements will be one of your focuses, as well as monitoring and controlling debtor objectives, reducing time and prompt resolution of payment issues.
    Marketing is an essential aspect of this role, where you will need to find ways to attract customers by finding creative solutions.
    Moreover, you will need to supervise, motivate, coach and manage teams and be an excellent communicator to develop excellent relationships with customers and suppliers to scout for new products for the market and enhance the current supply chain.
    You must be able to lead and motivate a sales team and be a team player and open to collaboration. Identifying employees’ skills and development to meet with business needs is also essential.

    The ideal candidate must have a background in FMCG, preferably with at least three years’ experience in a sales and marketing management role, with a minimum of a diploma in a related subject. Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is essential, with French as an advantage.

  • Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Ghetto Mirror Coordinator

    Grade: 2.3 Section: Business Services Department: Marketing & Communications Location / Work station: Kibera Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 8.00 AM – 5.00PM and weekends as needed Reporting Relationships Reports to: Chief Marketing Officer Direct reports: N/A
    To be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Ghetto Mirror publication and providing necessary support for the staff and writers; with the overarching goal of supporting the realization of SHOFCO’s vision and strategic goals.
    Job Responsibilities

    Prepare an Editorial Policy tailored to The Ghetto Mirror.
    Edit drafts of articles to ensure accuracy of information; grammatical accuracy and logical flow.
    Ensure articles adhere to copyright standards or do not go against SHOFCO’s mission and policies.
    Proofread and double check final copy of publication before printing.
    Work hand in hand with the Marketing Officer and the Graphic Designer to support, mentor and assist the writers in journalism skills.
    Work with staff and writers in assigning topics, events and stories to individual writers or reporters for coverage and ensure strict deadlines are met.
    Implement plan to make The Ghetto Mirror become financially independent.
    Prepare material for and administer weekly mentorship meetings.
    Develop linkages with professional journalists that would be willing to train/mentor writers.
    Recruit new writers from other areas and work closely with different writers.
    Develop activities and programs to keep writers motivated and increase quality of writing.
    Maintain the social media platform and guide writers to collect materials to continuously keep social media updated.
    Look for writers’ capacity gaps and coordinate with management to bridge those gaps.
    Prepare work plan, action plan and budget for the publication.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Journalism or any other related field
    Qualification in Marketing, PR, Communication is desirable
    At least 3 years’ experience in editing newspapers or other publications
    Experience working with youth
    Extensive social media knowledge

    Functional Skills:

    Articulating information
    Checking things
    Adopting practical approaches
    Managing tasks
    Convincing people
    Thinking positively
    Embracing change
    Upholding standards

  • Collections Officer

    Collections Officer

    Job Responsibilities

    Regularly review non-performing classes of outstanding loans and initiates plans/strategies for recovery of those loans.
    Makes recommendations to management about the likelihood of recovering loans and whether legal action will be required.
    Responsible for maximizing recoveries from written off accounts and making daily reports about the same.
    Work with the Collections Co-ordinator and the Branch Operations Manager to locate, identify and seek contact with defaulters and remind them of their obligations towards Real People and/or discusses with them how to serve the outstanding loan. This shall involve a re-analysis of the defaulters’ financial status followed by a comprehensive agreement with the customer on a rescheduled repayment plan.
    Work with the Collections Supervisor and the Branch Operations Manager to identify old loans previously handed over to lawyers /auctioneers and contacts lawyers /auctioneers so as to ascertain the current position of these cases.
    Compile all required periodic Loan recovery reports for the Branch.
    Ensure strict and continuous follow-up the outstanding portfolio by checking the daily up-dated arrears list.
    Ensure that records of all loans paid off are properly filed and securities are delivered to legitimate owners.
    Coordinate debt recovery meetings with the Collections Supervisor, Branch Operations Managers and external collection firms and record minutes for presentation to Management.
    Make follow up with external collectors to ensure that impounded/recovered monies/ items are not misused by debt collectors.
    Present non performing cases to the Credit Committee to be re-allocated to active collection firms.
    Assist/guide the branch and the rest of the Collections team on loan recovery procedures to protect company from legal suits.
    Work with the Collections Supervisor and the Branch Operations Manager to oversee disposal of recovered assets

    Technical Competencies required to perform in the job:

    Collections Management – Advanced Level
    Credit Management – Advanced Level
    Customer Service Management
    Business Financial Analysis and Advisory
    MS Excel – Advanced Level

    Desired Skills and Personal Attributes

    Ability to develop new and/or improved working methods, procedures, and/or technologies leveraging on research and data analysis.
    Network leverage: Build lasting and relevant formal and informal networks inside and outside the organization.
    Communication finesse: Engage all levels of internal/external clients and deliver oral and written communication confidently and clearly in business language with great impact and/or persuasion.
    Integrity: Morally upright exercising sincerity, honour and honesty at all times.
    Adjustment: Confident, resilient and steady under pressure.
    Courage: Step up to address and discuss difficult issues for the good of the company as a whole.
    Curiosity for Learning: Desire knowledge, be enthusiastic for new methodologies, and remain inquisitive about how things work.

    Qualifications

    A Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree in business with a focus on Marketing, Business Administration or a related course.
    A minimum of 2 years’ experience in hands-on late-stage collections in a financial institution.

  • Territory Sales Executive Internet Quality Control Officer

    Territory Sales Executive Internet Quality Control Officer

    The Territory Sales Executive will  report to the Head of Sales & Distribution.
    The Territory Sales Executive will be responsible for delivering the overall revenue and customer growth targets within their specific defined geographical territory.
    Responsibilities

    Execute all sales activities within your specific defined geographical region.
    Continually identify and uncover new opportunities to boost our sales of Home Internet services.
    Revenue: Cary out customer MTU and STU visits to recruit new tenants to our Home services and ensure that every customer continually pays for and continues to use the service.
    Reporting: Provide ongoing feedback on all your sales activities into the Head of Sales and Distribution, covering tenants interested, signed up, paid and delinquent.
    Continually feedback on any network issues, or non-compliance by customers on our Home Internet etc.
    Continually gather competitor feedback / updates / status and feed back immediately into the business.
    Work towards and implement Sales best practices at all times.
    Training: Educate all potential customers on all our internet products and services.
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications

    Diploma Or degree in Sales and Marketing  or any other related field
    At least 3 years Sales experience preferably in the Telecommunications Industry
    Positive attitude able to work to deadlines and targets, displaying a proven track record in a sales environment.
    Be a team player
    Have excellent customer focus and service skills, with excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
    Be IT Savvy
    Show a general interest in technology and the internet
    Have good planning and organisational skills
    Have outstanding interpersonal skills
    Well presented with a positive, proactive and professional approach
    Have a sense of responsibility and integrity
    Be able to work and deliver the numbers under pressure

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  • Solar Technician

    Solar Technician

    Responsibilities

    Assess the job site, identify and resolve any potential hazards
    Create or interpret the solar panel installation plans, mapping out the steps of the installation and where all of the components will be installed.
    Install, inspect, maintain and repair solar panel systems, including the solar collectors, concentrators, batteries, pumps, fans, or support structure.
    Do any and all electrical work needed to connect solar system to electric grid. This includes proper grounding systems, controls and all testing necessary.
    Weatherproof the solar installation in accordance with local safety regulations and the specifications of the manufacturer.

    Job Qualification

    The ideal candidate should have a Solar water heating License from ERC and should not be working at the moment.
    Diploma in Electrical and/or Electronic and Advanced Solar Training with verifiable 4 years solar installation experience
    BSc Electrical Engineering or relevant degree or Higher National Diploma with 2 years of solar installation experience.

  • Marketing Services Brand Manager

    Marketing Services Brand Manager

    Job description
    Job Responsibilities

    Develop the strategy for driving awareness and visibility for the KCB Foundation focused on affinity of +40%.
    Drive the paid media strategy by negotiating annual contracts with mainstream media and finding innovative solutions to drive awareness and distinctively.
    Grow owned media strategy to a 1:1 ratio versus paid media for engagement programs
    Drive innovative communication channels at reasonable pricing e.g. branding of KCB buildings with digital solutions.
    Manage overall Brand Guardianship of KCB’s corporate identity ensuring a monolithic architecture is in place, oversee brand guidelines & ensure they are implemented consistently.
    Set annual targets and KPI’s for media ROI and awareness levels for the Group brand & KCB Foundation.
    Measure and track media ROI for Productivity & Efficiency measures.
    Manage and develop all media and advertising needs for auxiliary units e.g. Procurement, HR etc.
    Manage agency relationships (creative, PR, media, branding & sports agency) for procurement of the agencies, review and quality of service delivery.
    Manage internal communication program for staff.
    Manage research for Share of Voice (SOV), Monthly competitor advertising and industry trends, Media Publicity Index (MPI) and consolidate PR analysis for KCB Bank & Foundation

    Requirements
    For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

    A Bachelor of Commerce degree, with specialization in Marketing or any other related field is required
    Professional qualifications in CIM will be an added advantage
    A Master’s degree in Marketing will be an added advantage
    At least five (4) years’ experience in a relevant marketing role
    At least five (3) years’ experience in media buying
    Excellent interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to network, generate new business and develop strong business relations.
    Team player with demonstrated work ethics; consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism.
    Effective prioritization skills to meet a complex set of business demands and demonstrate delivery against multiple objectives.
    Assertive, self-motivated with desire to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
    An outstanding ability to communicate effectively and confidently (both oral and written).

  • Loan Officer Internships

    Loan Officer Internships

    BIMAS Kenya Limited, a leading microfinance institution in the country seeks to recruit capable and result oriented individuals to fill the following position.
    Qualifications

    Must be computer literate
    Have attained a Minimum of C plain at KCSE
    Be at least 23 years and above
    Completed a Diploma in business administration, business management , cooperative management or its equivalent
    Be willing and ready to use a motorbike ( those with a valid riders license will have an added advantage)
    Be a person of high integrity, results oriented, open to learning, fast learner, self-driven and a team player.

    We have offices in Embu, Nairobi, nakuru, marimanti, Maua, nanyuki, machakos, Nyahururu, kitengela, makueni, Tala, Kitui, Kibwezi, Mwingi, masii, Nkubu, Kerugoya, Kiritiri, nyeri, mwea, Thika, matuu, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Chuka, Mikinduri, Emali, laare, Kasarani, Loitoktok, Limuru, Siakago, Rongai, Runyenjes.
    Other departmental internship opportunities in EMBU ONLY are available include;-

    Finance and data entry – Must have a minimum of CPA part 2
    HR and Administration – Administration / management qualifications
    Registry – Record management qualifications
    ICT- ICT qualifications.

    Candidates should have completed a relevant diploma in the area of interest.