Job Qualification: criteria in BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

  • Head Of Operations

    Head Of Operations

    Job Description
    The position holders will leverage on the bank’s brand, goodwill, infrastructure, existing business and potential, to undertake operations and business in strict regulatory compliance amidst a culture of ethical inclusivity to enhance stakeholder value. The role holder will have demonstrable creative and strategic leadership and contribute to the implementation of the Bank’s financing and retail strategies
    Job Responsibilities

    Board Matters:

    Formulation & implementation of Operations Strategic Plan
    Board & Management Committees

    Provide leadership in overall banking operations strategies for the Bank
    Provide leadership, direction to the Operations Team including Trade Finance, Central Business Operations (clearing), Branch Operations Managers, ATM support teams.
    Design and co-ordinate the development, rollout and management of innovative Banking products within the Business.
    Follow through all Operations projects to ensure completion as per plan and within budget.
    Overall cash management and movement within the Bank.
    Branch support : Banking operations and guidance
    Timely and accurate Operations reports.
    Support business development by acquiring and maintaining business relations with customers and service providers.
    Staff management i.e. leadership, Leave, performance and disciplinary issues and coaching of Teams under Operations.
    Accountable for Operations Team’s compliance to regulations and to the Bank’s policies & procedures.
    Evaluate cost/benefits, identify appropriate alternatives and make recommendations on cost effective initiatives within the Operations Department and for the business.

    Requirements

    Hold a Bachelors Degree in Business, or finance related field. Masters degree an added advantage.
    Training on Card Management, professional Banking operations training e.g. AKIB, ACIB
    Have a minimum of Eight (8) years relevant work experience in a similar position with proven result oriented track record in preparation of management accounting reports, maintaining accurate accounting records and effective control of budgets.
    Experience in banking industry or a Financial institution.

    Desired Qualities

    Personality: A go-getter, enthusiastic, results oriented with excellent communication and social skills. A forward planner with clear focus, ardent team player, mature, reliable, hard working and able to work without supervision.
    Sound knowledge of the Bank’s products and services; CBK Prudential Guidelines.
    Understand the Banking Act, Central Bank Regulations, prudential guidelines Understand and implement operations processes; understand and implement strict KYC procedures.
    Management ability: Responsibility and ability to grow, support and develop talent within the Operations

    Remuneration
    A package commensurate to the post shall be discussed and agreed with the successful candidates.

  • Sr. Manager – Sales / Director Sales

    Sr. Manager – Sales / Director Sales

    Job description
    Based in the capital cities
    Qualifications:

    Graduate (Diploma or BE) in Engineering (in Electronics / Communications / Computer Science) is mandatory
    MBA preferred.

    Experience:

    About 8 to 12 years, min
    Relevant hands-on Sales experience with Telecom equipment vendors and/or Telecom Service providers – Mandatory
    Working knowledge of Telecom Technologies (Wireless / Transmission / IP) is mandatory

    General:

    Should be well versed in local language and English
    Should be Self-motivated and numbers driven

  • Supply Chain Officer

    Supply Chain Officer

    REF: KETRACO/5/1C/40/114-B
    To ensure timely and efficient procurement of goods and service management of stores and administration of contracts.
    Qualifications

    Degree will be an added a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management;
    A Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
    Diploma in Supply Chain Management;
    At least 5 years’ relevant experience;
    Good communications, problem solving and negotiation skills;
    Projects management skills;
    Work knowledge in an SAP environment will be desirable.

    Job Responsibilities

    Assisting in the development and implementation of strategies and plans to enhance  the procurement, warehousing and logistics services and projects implementation;
    Assist in coordination and development of organizations annual procurement and disposal plans in liaison with other departments and guide in its implementation;
    Assist in advising the organization in the development of procurement and supply chain policies and procedures manuals;
    Assists in development of an effective contract management system for the organization;
    Assist in development of an effective and efficient warehousing management for the organization;
    Assist in development of an effective and efficient projects management and operations for the organization;
    Oversee the preparation of tender documents, request for proposals, and advise user departments in preparations of procurement6 specifications for various goods, services and works;
    Ensure efficient maintenance of archival of supply chain records;
    Ensure and facilitate the implementation of IFMIS e-procurement in the organization;
    Ensure the organization gets maximum value from contract arrangements through performance management of suppliers;
    Ensure security, proper storage and warehousing of organizations stores;
    Ensure the implementation of cost effective disposal policies and procedures for obsolete stores and equipment ensure the organization is adequately resourced by
    professional and competent personnel;
    Assist in development of processes to track performance, supervision and appraisal of supply chain staff performance.

  • Stores & Logistics Team Leader

    Stores & Logistics Team Leader

    The Stores and Logistics Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing production processes and coordinating stores operations whilst collaborating with other departments to ensure attainment of the company expectations and objectives. The position will be reporting to the Chief Operations Officer.
    Job Accountabilities

    Designing and implementing strategies to effectively manage stores, logistics and production functions
    Planning of production work for effective delivery of production orders
    Generating and submitting reports such as on dispatch, pending orders, logistics
    Coordinating dispatch and delivery logistics by establishing the appropriate route plans
    Ensuring overall coordination of the stores and production staff to ensure proper utilization of work time
    Doing periodical inspections of the stores, reporting on damaged items and taking appropriate actions
    Undertaking stock takes and conducting stock reconciliations whilst reporting on the same to the relevant authorities

    Qualifications

    A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field
    A Post Graduate Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management such as CIPS
    At least five (5) years experience in a similar or a related role
    Product knowledge in the hospitality industry
    Knowledge in quality management systems and related legislation such as OSHA, NEMA
    Proven team leadership skills

  • Managing Director

    Managing Director

    To provide powerful leadership to the management team of the Company and be responsible for the day to day operations in order to provide for the effective and efficient provision of water and sewerage services at optimal cost, be responsible for ordinary expenditure within approved budgets, keep the Board informed on performance, prepare corporate plans and budgets and implement Board resolutions.
    S/he shall represent the management in the Board as secretary to the Board.
    Responsibilities

    Ensure consumers and other stakeholders’ value increment through;
    Provision of leadership on the operations and ensure high level of integrity in the Company
    Communication to the public on the issues of water and sewerage services
    Handling multiple functions and managing extensive human, financial and capital resources
    Ensuring prudent management of Company assets
    Strategy development and implementation
    Driving change management in the Company
    Ensure compliance with the government legal directives

    Job Qualification

    Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Social Sciences
    15 years’ experience, three (3)of which must be at senior management in utility management
    Masters degree in management is an added advantage
    Must have excellent understanding of the Kenyan water sector reforms;
    Problem solving skills and ability to work in a complex environment
    Strong management, leadership and negotiation skills
    Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Senior Accountant

    Senior Accountant

    Reports to : Director of Financial Operations
    Terms: Full-Time, one-year renewable contract
    Position Overview:
    Primary Responsibilities:

    Grants Management;

    Support the DFO on maintenance of up to date grant files for various donors including but not limited to , letters of or partnership agreements, financial and narrative reports submitted to donors, and any correspondence with various donors
    Ensure programs expenses incurred are in line with approved and available budget.
    Ensure donor expectations and recommendations are adhered to

    Financial Management and Accounting
    On a weekly basis ensure all Heshima Kenya financial transactions are posted to accounting system to have timely and accurate preparation of donor reports and other management reports in line approved Budgets and Chart of Accounts
    Ensure internal control systems are in place and fully complied with per Heshima Kenya policies and procedures intended to safeguard financial resources and assets from risk of loss, fraud, or otherwise
    Perform monthly bank reconciliation by the 5th of every month and follow up any outstanding matters with Finance Officers
    In a timely manner submit monthly bank reconciliation to the DFO review and approval by the Country Director.
    Reconcile and submit by the 8th of every month financial statements to the DFO for review and submission to HK Headquarter for consolidation
    Oversee classification of all expenses to various cost centres in line with the approved budget
    Ensure accurate record keeping of expense policy by defining allowable business transactions
    Ensure day-to-day spending and payments are made to all suppliers, service providers and all work related advances to staff are processed in timely manner
    Ensure turn round for all requests do not exceed a maximum of 2 working days. Where it does, sufficient reason(s) is to be communicated before the end of the set timeline/period to the concerned staff(requestor) indicating actual delivery date
    Ensure staff advances for program activities are liquidated within 5 working days after completion of program activity implementation
    Liaise with Program Managers to ensure work related advance requests are submitted 14 days in advance in line with each Program Procurement Plan
    Ensure all expenses incurred are in line with grants requirement, organizational policies, procedures and are well coded, stamped “paid” and supported with proof of payments
    Prepare timely quarterly donor reports for review by the DFO with subsequent submission to HK Headquarter
    Support the DFO in strengthening and setting up minimum required accounting practices and standards and enforce the same
    Strengthen/ improve Heshima Kenya internal controls and procedures with the support of DFO
    Prepare and enter journal entries which include correcting entries (pre-approved by the DFO), allocating expenditures and grants related entries.
    Code income/revenue to proper accounts when funds are received for various grants and communicate the same to the finance officers as well as Program Managers
    Prepare an accounting checklist for all staff and continually update the same with the support of DFO and ensure all liquidations meet the set minimum standards in the checklist before the same is cleared and posted in the QuickBooks
    On weekly basis, review and certify that Payment Vouchers have all required accounting documents attached, enforce up to date and orderly filling of all accounting and related documents based on each running grant(s) and bank account(s)
    Ensure proper accounting and reporting of assigned grants, which include year – end calculation of accounts receivables and any deferred revenues
    Support the DFO to prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with Heshima Kenya established schedule with inputs from the finance team
    Conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance
    Analyse financial statements for discrepancies and other issues that should be brought to the attention of DFO
    Ensure timely monthly reconciliation of account receivables and payables. Where necessary enforce recovery.
    Project carryover budgets for each quarter and inform program/project managers of unspent funds and approaching spending deadlines as well as setting new investment timelines with the program managers
    Support Program Managers in preparation of annual programs/project budgets and procurement plans
    Support the DFO and Director of Programs in preparation and consolidation of Annual Operations Budget
    Support the DFO in revising the existing Accounting Policy/Manual and operationalize the same
    Support DFO in coordinating external audits and internal financial reviews by donors
    Ensure financial matters raised by auditors, donors and partners are addressed and implemented in a timely manner
    Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential at the same time bringing to the attention of the DFO any challenges for further support and action
    Undertake any other task /duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time
    Payroll
    Ensure timely reconciliation of payroll liabilities
    Ensure Heshima Kenya’s standing with statutory obligations such as PAYE, NSSF , withholding tax and NHIF is clean and up to date
    Work closely with the Human Resource Manager to ensure that any matters raised by current and previous employees are addressed in a timely manner
    Work closely with the Human Resource Manager to ensure timely preparation and payment of monthly payroll and other statutory obligations
    Work closely with Program Managers and the Human Resource Manager to ensure monthly timesheets are submitted in a timely manner before processing of payroll

    Supervision
    Directly supervises Finance Officers
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Skills in developing detailed documentation in communicating financial information and results
    Communication skills in relaying financial information to donors, partners and program staff with tact and diplomacy
    Excellent knowledge and skill in using Advanced Microsoft Excel
    Ability to provide guidance to staff in line with HK finance guidelines and policies and procedures
    Attention to detail and very analytical in approach and practice
    Skills to deal with the constant questions regarding grants and accounting from various programs.
    Strong problem solving skills in a humane manner
    Ability to function well in a team –oriented environment
    Flexibility and willingness to extend working hours and days beyond HK stipulated time to ensure delivery of results
    Knowledge and experience in financial management
    Strong analytical skills
    Ability to work independently
    High level of integrity and ethics

    Education and Professional Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting /Finance from a recognized university
    Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) or Master’s Degree in Business
    Administration (MBA) preferred, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified
    Management Accountant (CMA) is mandatory
    Registered Member of ICPAK or any other related Professional Accounting Body is a requirement
    Experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with non-profit and/or governmental financial accounting
    More than 3-years working experience in a busy accounting function, experience in not for profit organization will be an added advantage
    Knowledge and experience in working with various accounting system preferably Quick Books

  • Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist, P3, Nairobi, Kenya (364 day Temporary Appt)

    Advocacy and Partnerships Specialist, P3, Nairobi, Kenya (364 day Temporary Appt)

    How can you make a difference?

    Drive advocacy planning through building a cross-sectoral UNICEF Kenya Communication Calendar, and managing advocacy priorities and cadence
    Lead advocacy amplification strategy for content and integrated campaigns — across timeline and deliverables, cross-channel scheme, content crafting, audience experience, multi-media coverage, experiential elements, launch and implementation, and reporting and post-mortem analysis
    Develop a series of branded schemes and activations (breakfasts, trainings, panel discussions, and other initiatives) focused on strong UNICEF issues and messages
    Engage influential advocates of UNICEF and its messages, who are committed to creating a future for all children of Kenya and can drive increased exposure, recognition and credibility as forward thinkers (examples include celebrities in entertainment, influential voices, prominent media personalities, young leaders, entrepreneurs, and other advocates)
    With the Section Chief, explore and secure various partners and shared value alliances
    Advise on how to strengthen media (social, traditional international and national) engagement strategy and implementation
    Collaborate on event planning and field visit hosting for Celebrity Goodwill Ambassadors, UNICEF National Committees, donors, media, or other relevant partners
    Manage key grants, budgets, campaigns, and initiatives as they become relevant
    Enhance communication with donors, including ongoing updates and project summaries, in alignment with visibility requirements to deliver on expectations
    Create, write and design communications materials for messaging both within the UN and externally — including outreach and awareness pieces, press releases, funding proposals, social media content, publications, and summaries of technical reports
    Work with a variety of parties involved in the assignment and will need to develop positive working relationships with partners, stakeholders, and UNICEF staff

    To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
    A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in communication, print, broadcast media and/or interactive digital media
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.