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  • Driver

    Driver

    Location: Head Office (Ruiru, Kiambu County)
    Employment Period: tbd
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide safe transportation for all passengers in the vehicle
    Respect and obey all traffic laws and also adhere to KGN vehicle policies and procedures
    Maintain daily Vehicle log record that is mileage and purpose.
    Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle both inside and outside at all times.
    Security and safety of the vehicle should also be considered.
    Transportation of project visitors and beneficiaries as required by the project management.
    Provide assistance with loading and unloading of the car.
    Perform any other duties assigned to them.

    Qualifications

    Must be at least 28 years of age with experience of at least 5 years extensive driving experience.
    Current driving license free from current endorsements and valid for all the classes of vehicles which the candidate is required to drive including a 26 seater bus.
    Accident-free record within the last four (4) years
    Valid Good conduct certificate from Kenya Police Service
    Experience in driving and familiarity through urban and rural terrain preferred.
    Demonstrated punctuality, attention to detail, professionalism, patience, good humor, flexibility, and overall positive attitude
    Thorough knowledge of driving rules and regulations and be conversant with the Road Safety Code
    Good communication and problem-solving skills.
    Oral and written English language fluency
    Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure

  • Assistant Internal Auditor Radiographer / Sonographer Debtors Officers Resident Anaesthesiologist Customer Service Manager

    Assistant Internal Auditor Radiographer / Sonographer Debtors Officers Resident Anaesthesiologist Customer Service Manager

    Overall Responsibility: Reporting to the Internal Auditor the successful candidate will be responsible for facilitation of audits improvements in operations and provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services agreed by Head of Audit and the Board.
    He / She will also contribute to the achievement of AKHK objectives by instilling systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.
    Other Responsibilities

    Undertake audit assignments as per the Annual Audit Plan from initial contact with client to preparation of reports.
    Draft audit program for each audit to be agreed by the Head of Audit or Regional Internal Auditor.
    Undertake analysis of financial and non-financial data, evaluate the results for reporting to the client.
    Document key business processes to assist in evaluation of reliability, integrity and effectiveness of information systems.
    Formulate, recommend and implement recommendations for improvements to systems and procedures following audits.
    Follow up audit recommendations to ensure that clients are taking agreed actions to improve systems and controls.

    Requirements

    Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) with CPA(K)
    Internal Audit Certification
    Three (3) years’ experience in Internal Audit.
    Excellent interpersonal, organizational and public relations skills.
    Microsoft Office as well as substantive experience in data mining & analytics skills.
    Ability to work under minimum supervision.
    High degree of confidentiality

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  • Retail Sales Executive Sales & Marketing Executive

    Retail Sales Executive Sales & Marketing Executive

    Our Client is currently recruiting a Retail Sales Executive.
    Responsibilities

    Active role in sales with excellent customer satisfaction (provides customers with services appropriate to the corporate image)
    Visual merchandising in line with corporate requirements
    Hanging, folding, alarming the merchandise in line with corporate requirements
    Changing the price tags when required
    Ensuring that a proper stock count is on in the shelf and the store
    Ensure proper products storage and shelf arrangement according to the stipulated guidelines
    Welcome and assist customers around the store, helping them to find whatever they’re looking for.
    Answer customers’ questions about the products on the shelves
    Responsible for product safety, check products alarms and works in coordination with the store manager.
    Update prices and price labels of the products.
    Products display

    Requirements

    Certificate, Diploma or Degree in any field
    A minimum of 2 years and above retail experience in a fast-paced environment.
    Good command of Sales skills
    Customer-oriented
    Team player, result oriented and have positive attitude
    Ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environment

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  • Commercial / Procurement Manager – Kenya

    Commercial / Procurement Manager – Kenya

    Job description
    Role Overview
    This is an exciting and unique opportunity to join WYG’s business in Kenya at a time when we are growing and investing. We have a dynamic and growing portfolio of programmes in Africa with a solid pipeline, quality existing projects and a well-resourced, dynamic team.
    About You
    Qualifications/Accreditation may include:

    Construction Economics
    Quantity Surveying
    Commercial Awareness Practitioner Programme On-Line (CAPPOL)
    Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 3 or higher.
    Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

    Competencies may include:

    Commercial Management of Construction
    Design Economics and Cost Planning
    Contract Practice
    Procurement and Tendering
    Project Financial Control and Reporting
    Quantification and Costing of Construction Works
    Conflict Avoidance, Management and Dispute Resolution Procedures
    Contract Administration
    Risk Management
    Sourcing and Contract & Supplier Management

    Experience to include:

    Provision of advice to Client bodies
    Working alongside and mentoring Contractors
    Interpretation of programmes and reporting to identify trends
    Establishment and implementation of Earned Value Management
    Leading inclusive and pragmatic relationships to ensure project development
    Working with the Public Sector including Defence

  • Sales Supervisor Talent Manager

    Sales Supervisor Talent Manager

    We are looking for an experienced and exceptionally talented Candidate to fill the position of Sales Supervisor who will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the daily activities of sales representatives engaged in promoting and selling a product by phone or mail.
    Responsibilities

    Researching and identifying potential partnerships
    Reaching out to current partners and developing new opportunities
    Helping to shape the marketing strategy of new program areas
    Identifying new sales leads
    Pitching products and/or services
    Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers
    Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings
    Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives
    Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company’s products
    Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person

    Requirements

    At least 7 years professional work experience in the a similar role
    Excellent knowledge of the printing Industry will be an added advantage
    Degree/ Diploma in a relevant field

    Competences

    Ability to work independently and capable of taking initiative on specific projects
    Excellent research skills
    Strong written and verbal communications skills
    A positive and flexible attitude
    Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

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  • Cleaner

    Cleaner

    Main Purpose
    Reporting to the Receptionist, the incumbent shall be responsible for executing, according to hygienic standards, housekeeping, cleaning and tiding up activities, in order to ensure public and staff private areas are in good condition.
    Responsibilities 

    Responsible for sweeping and mopping of floors everyday with washing powder or floor washer.
    Responsible for cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets, other rooms in MSF houses and offices.
    Responsible for doing laundry, ironing of clothes and other housekeeping activities.
    Ensuring restock supplies in the offices and MSF houses as may be required.
    Ensuring timely refill of drinking water in the MSF offices and houses.
    Ensure security of the allocated rooms and office by keeping the premises properly locked (doors, windows).
    Responsible for collecting and emptying garbage bins.
    Supporting the cook when required by passing up utensils, cleaning the kitchen or as may be requested.
    Responsible for reporting to HR department all items left behind by guests indicating the room number.
    Assist in gap-fill when other cleaners when are on leave.
    Any other job related task assigned.

    Qualifications

    Education: Basic education
    Experience: At least one year is similar position
    Languages: Essential, local language knowledge.

    Competencies:

    Stress Management
    Results orientated person
    Service oriented
    Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
    Flexible
    Physically fit
    Able to carry boxes/cleaning materials around the compound

  • Site Sales Representative

    Site Sales Representative

    Job Responsibilities

    Undertake research and plan how to increase sales revenue
    Negotiate prices or other sales terms.
    Adherence to set out targets
    Timely reporting.
    Perform duties to a high professional and ethical standard
    Developing new strategies, new innovations and discussing with the supervisor to agree on way forward
    Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration
    Advise clients on market conditions, mortgages, legal requirements and related matters.
    Accompany buyers during visits to and inspection of property, advising them on the suitability and value of the properties they are visiting.
    Negotiate prices or other sales terms.
    Prepare documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements and other relevant documents involved in the sale of property.
    Arrange meetings between company, buyers and sellers when details of transactions need to be negotiated.
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by management from time to time

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Sales or any relevant field, degree preferred
    At least 2 years’ relevant experience in high value sales
    Proven track record in hitting sales and meeting targets
    Should possess good communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills
    Articulate, well groomed, confident with excellent presentation skills
    Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
    Outgoing, confident and high integrity person

  • Study Coordinator

    Study Coordinator

    Job Group MR/9
    Job Description: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of a clinical trial titled “Antibiotics for Children with Severe Diarrhea (ABCD) Trial”.

    She/he will work together with an Assistant Study Coordinator to manage the project on a day-to day basis from early stage initiation stage through study close-out.
    She/he will work with Study Investigators to prepare and submit regulatory authority documents, design and edit appropriate logs to document study-related activities, conduct internal monitoring to ensure all protocols are being followed, conduct community outreach activities, and lead regular in-house trainings.
    She/he will also manage staff members at five to six enrollment sites in western Kenya and ensure that all research processes strictly adhere to regulatory requirements.
    She/he must communicate regularly on phone and email with Nairobi and Seattle based members of the study team and lead weekly study calls.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Nursing or Public Health or Degree or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine Nursing or Public Health with at least 5 years of experience in infectious diseases related research activities
    At least 5 years experience coordinating research studies; clinical trial experience is preferred
    Experience in coordination of multiple sites and teams
    Experience in coordinating externally monitored studies
    Be able to design, amend and implement research protocols
    Ability to manage and supervise a large and diverse team of study personnel
    Ability to communicate effectively and frequently to domestic and international supervisors in person, over the phone, on Skype, and over email.
    Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email)
    Excellent communication and organizational skills
    Able to multi-task
    Be a team player
    Highly detail oriented
    Willing and ready to travel within country on a regular basis
    Must have Certificate of good conduct
    Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
    Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
    Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate

    Responsibilities
    The clinical study coordinator will act as the primary point person for the study and will oversee all study activities including but not limited to:

    Scheduling and managing all staff members at various study sites, training new staff members including giving briefings on all operational policies and procedures; ensuring each person understands his/her role and responsibilities
    Set up and manage enrollment sites at various health facilities in Homa Bay and Migori Counties
    Act as a liason between members of hospitals, Ministry of Health, and communities including conducting regular study sensitization sessions and discussion forums
    Maintain strong relationship with study clinical sites and community groups involved
    Review and provide input on standard operating procedures
    Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures and best practices for the study
    Develop and maintain quality control and assurance checks for study procedures and data
    Attend and organize training of study procedures
    Ensure all data and adverse event forms are filled out appropriately and in a timely fashion
    Observation of study procedures to ensure adherence to protocol
    Maintenance of Trial Master File and all quality control documentation
    Responsible for all ethical and pharmacy review board applications
    Coordinate staff evaluation procedures
    Make weekly reports on the administration of the study
    Fill-in for site staff members when necessary
    Act as a liaison between site staff members and Nairobi and Seattle based study leadership through regular communication with both site staff and study leadership
    Lead weekly study calls with the leadership team in Nairobi and Seattle
    Perform other duties that may be given by the Study Investigators
    Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW Organization

    Terms Of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall be based in Nyanza.
    Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales. Health Insurance Cover is provided for the staff members only.

  • Deputy Director Fiscal Affairs Stakeholder Manager Revenue Allocation & Budget Analysis Senior Analyst

    Deputy Director Fiscal Affairs Stakeholder Manager Revenue Allocation & Budget Analysis Senior Analyst

    SCALE – CRA 3
    Reporting to the Director Fiscal Affairs, the job holder shall deputize in provision of leadership in developing financial management systems for counties, developing county revenue enhancement strategies while building fiscal management capacity for counties in line with CRA mandate.
    Duties And Responsibilities:

    Support the Director Fiscal Affairs in spearheading the execution of the Commission’s Fiscal Affairs mandate.
    Support the Director Fiscal Affairs in developing, validating and implementing strategies and policies for policy and guideline in formulation in line with CRA’s mandate.
    Participate in the development of the Directorate’s budget and work plan to support its operations.
    Assign responsibilities to subordinates and carry out performance appraisals as required.
    Assist in the development of high level analysis of county financial reports to inform policy development.
    Review county financial statement and provide timely reports on findings.
    Review county expenditures to inform recommendations relating to revenue allocation.
    Work with counties on identifying opportunities for revenue generation.
    Review financial reports to ensure compliance with the relevant laws.
    Make recommendations on measures to be taken by counties to ensure compliance and uniformity.
    Make recommendations on measures to be taken by counties on their financial management.
    Advise on the structure of financial reports for counties to ensure compliance and uniformity.
    Make recommendations on revenue management to ensure efficiency in collection and administration.
    Develop and deliver training material for county budget monitoring and implementation.
    Work closely with the Director in engaging county officials to clarify and make recommendations on matters of devolution and in line with Commissions mandate.
    Participate in planning and budget making of the directorate.
    Deputize the director in authorization of expenses in their absentia.

    Academic Qualifications:

    Master’s Degree in Finance, accounting or economics or the equivalent qualifications, with relevant experience of over ten (10) years.
    Holder of CPAK or its equivalent.

    Experience, Knowledge And Skill Requirements:

    A minimum of seven (7) year’s relevant progressive experience in fiscal policy development and /or implementation.
    At least three (3) year’s in a supervisory role.
    Knowledge of financial analysis, public finance management principles and processes.
    Demonstrated successes in the fields of financial analysis, project formulation, planning, monitoring and evaluation.
    He/she must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
    Demonstrable report writing, presentation skills, interpersonal and communication skills.
    Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications and
    Ability to work in a team.

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