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  • Pub Manager

    Pub Manager

    Reports to: Director/Owner
    You will be directly accountable for the general management of a Pub, this includes, staff supervision, finance management, delivering profitability, operations and general coordination of the Pub.
    Duties And Responsibilities

    You will be responsible for maintaining staff records (staff files), supervising staff and allocating duties as well as mediating between staff and client conflicts, if they arise.
    Developing strategies that can increase patronage and loyalty such as continually improving on customer relations by interacting with customers individually.
    Management of customer feedback mechanisms to ensure good service at all times.
    As the manager, you will be involved in assessing competition and strategizing on ways to counter any threats.
    Achieve maximum profitability and over-all success by controlling costs and quality of service.
    You will support the team in managing key accounting tasks such as filing KRA returns and statutory deductions such as NSSF/NHIF/PAYE etc
    Maintain receipts and balance against sales and deposit receipts.
    Supervise stock by minimizing wastage and pilferage
    Developing the daily sales update, Cash book updates and Stock management
    Responsible for rooms, food and beverage service at the bar as well as opening and locking the facility.
    You should be to undertake other duties in emergency situations where a staff member is absent.
    Liaising with external teams to ensure effective security management.
    Managing security by reviewing the CCTV footage to monitor and safe guard staff, clients and company equipment.

    Qualifications, skills and abilities

    Diploma or Degree in Business management, Finance/Accounts, Hotel Management or related field.
    Minimum of three (3) years in a similar role in a hotel or similar establishment
    Must have experience in accounting and stock control
    Experience managing a busy bar or restaurant will be preferred.
    Good knowledge of beers, cocktails, wine and food service.
    Proficiency in Point of sale (POS), inventory software or any accounting software
    Strong attention to detail and the ability to get things done to completion
    Due to the nature of the job, applicants who reside within Thika and its environs will be preferred.

  • Brand Manager Dairy Plant Head

    Brand Manager Dairy Plant Head

    Our client in Dairy Industry is seeking to recruit a competent Brand Manager urgently
    To manage the development and implementation of the consumer brands through developing communication and promotion strategies followed by effective operational execution plans of these strategies. The Brand Manager is responsible for protecting, growing and building the brands by managing the demand for the brands so as to achieve budgeted volume, market share and profit objectives. The jobholder will also be responsible for developing and effectively implementing marketing activities for the brands and driving the harmonization of brand position in East Africa.
    Key Responsibilities

    Manage the development, tracking/measuring and completion of brand plans – strategic and operational plans, annual performance review, budget plan, research plans, activity cycle plans and activity plans.
    Initiate brand innovations to improve brand image attributes amongst customers.
    Engagement with key Distributors, wholesalers and direct customers to ensure delivery on brand initiatives and drive the creative processes for our brands together with Trade
    Marketing department.
    Develop and manage initiatives to improve processes, practices and methods to reduce complexity and enhance speed to market as well as consumer benefits.
    Monitoring brand availability and sales, and being proactive on factors affecting the brand sales and market share performance.
    Provide relevant information in a timely manner to support effective and efficient decision making.
    Management of A&P Budgets to ensure spends in line with strategic direction to enable brand growth.
    Managing and monitoring the Marketing activity calendar.
    Advertising agency and other supplier liaison and management.
    Planning and implementing brand media strategy.
    Recommending, planning and coordinating brand PR activities likely to enhance the brands sales and image in the short and long term.
    Liaising with Sales Department on brand performance delivery.
    Liaising with Manufacturing and Sales on S&OP management.
    Analyzing market research data, including secondary research and taking corrective action for enhancement of brand strategies.
    Interacting with the Regional Brand liaisons and giving updates on implementation of brand strategic plans.
    Monitoring competitor activities affecting the brand and taking appropriate corrective action.
    Monitoring, evaluating and recommending brand packaging, updating including pack and range extensions, and following through to implementation by liaising with the Marketing Manager.
    Continuously monitoring brand costs and profitability and recommending areas of improvement.
    Preparing monthly brand expenditure and variance reports to control budgeted expenditure.
    Carrying out market intelligence through regular trade visits and utilizing this to enhance brand activities.
    Liaising with Procurement to source promotional and packaging material for brand promotion activations.

    Key Performance Indicators

    Appropriate brand health measures as set out in the monthly Brand Health Tracker research tool.
    Brand A&P budget as per annual plan.
    Brand profitability.
    Brand volume and market share.
    The timely execution of marketing plans.

    Experience & Background Needed

    A graduate preferably in Marketing and Economics.
    A minimum of 7-10 years marketing experience preferable in DAIRY/FOOD& BEVERAGE Industry including experience working in cross-functional sales, trade and brand marketing teams.
    Thorough knowledge and application experience in brand strategy development, brand planning, program development, product development and customer engagement.
    Marketing management experience.
    Experience in the development and execution of advertising strategies.
    Digital and social media marketing experience would be an added advantage.
    Member of the Kenya Institute of Marketing or CIM will add value.

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  • Consumer Medical Representatives

    Consumer Medical Representatives

    Responsible for selling Generics Africa Products within an assigned territory to meet and exceed sales objectives and targets whilst successfully launching new products into the market.This role reports to the Generics Africa Consumer Sales Manager.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Effectively manage the territory by means of planning, territory analysis, targeting and call coverage of customers;
    Achieve set sales targets and call targets
    Ensure that activities at all times comply with relevant legislation, ethical standards and company policies;
    Detail Pharmaceutical products and supplements to healthcare providers and the trade and ensure proper visibility at points of purchase through POS placement;
    Ensure appropriate stocking of all products in their territory;
    Provide on-going support to providers to create favorable relationship with the organization;
    Function as feedback mechanism between the organization and providers/customers;
    Provide regular report and feedback from providers in a correct, complete and timely fashion;
    Effectively implement set sales and marketing strategies through trainings, and distribution of promotional materials;
    Work with fellow sales partners/reps to ensure commodity supply is uninterrupted at the pharmacy level;
    Debt Collection
    Track and provide reports on territory performance and individual performance.

    Key Outputs

    Achieved set target in product sales;
    Achieved set listing target in calls made and outlets sold into
    Properly coordinated territories in medical detailing activities; and
    Readily available supply of specified products

    Minimum Requirements

    Diploma in any medical sciences or pharmacy
    A business-related certification and bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage.
    Promising new graduate or 2 years of experience as a Sales Representative.

    Competencies and Skills required

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    Negotiation skills
    Planning, and organization skills
    Reporting and presentation skills;
    Customer service skills
    Team player
    Numerical and analytical skills
    Should be highly motivated and an aggressive sales person.
    Positive attitude. Confident and capable of operating at all levels.

  • Product Manager

    Product Manager

    Job Ref no. HR/051/2017
    Division: Corporate Banking
    Reporting to: Head of Agribusiness
    Position Scope: The successful candidate will be responsible for development and roll out Agribusiness products, co-ordinate the delivery of Agribusiness partnerships and Value Chain propositions within National bank, through the development and commercialisation of specialist agribusiness products.
    Key Responsibilities

    Develop and execute an annual product operating plan in conjunction with the Business Development Managers, Value chain Managers and Relationship Managers
    Drive increased growth in revenue through new product development, enhancements and process improvements.
    Develop, implement and deliver Agribusiness strategy and annual plans across business to build an asset portfolio and liabilities as per agreed Agribusiness targets.
    Grow and Maintain market share in the Agribusiness Banking segment through innovative product development of the Agribusiness products and solutions.
    Refine existing MIS to the right level of granularity to manage product and business performance.
    Deliver increased product revenue by ensuring correct positioning in the market, appropriate pricing, campaign management, collaterals, internal and external training and governance.
    Ensure that products meet product performance criteria e.g. return on equity, impairment targets, collection ratios, etc..
    Develop and implement a one year operational roadmap for Agribusiness which includes a competitor analysis, customer segmentation, value proposition and product development to drive revenue goals for the business.
    Obtain investment from appropriate bodies by identifying opportunities aligned to business strategy for revenue generation and develop business cases to deliver an attractive return on investment (ROI) for Agribusiness
    Determine and drive pricing and monitor tariff levels on Agribusiness banking products
    Monitor, understand and highlight competitor activity and customer trends that affect Agribusiness banking
    Monitor and track Agribusiness customer recruitment and attrition rates, and implement counteractive measures when required
    Ensure preparation and comprehensive communication, training and support to retail division on Agribusiness banking products/ services, brand and promotional campaigns.

    Skills & Experience

    University degree in Agricultural Economics, Marketing or Business Administration, or related field.
    Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Marketing or Business Administration, or related field.
    Certification in Agribusiness finance
    Five (5) years experience in banking, Agribusiness value chain and Partnership management, of which three (3) years must be Product Management
    Familiarity with commonly used tools for market analysis and program design such as sub-sector analysis, gross margin analysis and business planning.
    Demonstrated capacity to work with private sector players (financial institutions, exporters, buyers, traders, transporters, input suppliers or processors).
    Experience with externally funded development programmes would be desirable.
    Experience in dealing with local interlocutors (local NGOs, government ministries).

  • Women’s Rights Intern Women’s Rights Program Officer (Maternity Cover) (INT4222)

    Women’s Rights Intern Women’s Rights Program Officer (Maternity Cover) (INT4222)

    Women’s Rights in Oxfam
    Women’s limited participation in the social, economic and political processes in Kenya is majorly a factor of the historical patriarchal nature of the society. They are therefore faced with both systemic and cultural challenges in their bid to contribute to the County or National development agenda. Discriminatory social norms and gender stereotypes continue to be entertained in both formal and informal institutions thereby hindering progress towards gender equality.  A case in point is in the unequal participation and representation of women in political process and economic spaces.
    The Role
    This opportunity will help build the role holder’s program performance measurement skills through exposure to a different aspects of programme management. As the Women’s Rights Intern, you will amongst other tasks support programmatic interventions by:
    Working with respective partners to collect best practices, case studies and required data that feeds into periodical reports (shared with Oxfam management, development partners and stakeholders), that demonstrates development. Liaise with the MEAL Advisor in documenting the lessons learnt and their application for adjustments to the project where necessary. Collate case studies and related project communication as required by RNSF that demonstrates and feeds into Program accountability and learning.
    The Person

    Have a relevant graduate degree preferably sociology, gender or political science.
    Demonstrate excellent writing and analytical skills.
    Have a high level of computer literacy.
    Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
    A self-aware creative thinker
    Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team to coordinate and/or lead the efforts to effectively meet Women’s Rights needs.
    Can commit at least 35 hours a week.
    Work experience on partner relationship management and communications would be an added advantage

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  • Partner Recruitment Agent

    Partner Recruitment Agent

    Job Summary
    We are looking for agents that will help us sign up Truck and Motorbike owners. Emphasis is on Truck owners.
    Qualification Level: Unspecified
    Experience Length: Less than 1 year
    Job Description
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Acquire qualified partner leads in Nairobi and its environs.
    Pitch Sendy values to vehicle owners.
    Follow up on leads and ensure they apply and upload required documents.
    Follow up on applicants and ensure they attend their first training session.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    MUST have an Android smartphone.
    Experience in the direct sales environment with excellent communication, organization and reporting skills.
    Have good negotiation and problem solving skills to close leads given or sourced by themselves.
    Ability to manage your own time.
    Knowledge of Nairobi and its environs.
    Experience in field recruitment, an added advantage.

  • Ict Maintenance Technician Locum Pharmacist

    Ict Maintenance Technician Locum Pharmacist

    Job Description
    Reports to Purchasing Manager
    Job purpose
    Procurement of trade and non-trade commodities and services
    Duties and responsibilities 

    Source for stock, non-stock items and services for customer satisfaction.
    Source for departmental and capital items for cost effectiveness to meet organizational requirements.
    Participate in the tender process for efficiency.
    Maintain procurement related records for information and decision making.
    Handle returns, complaints and other issues pertaining to Non stock items to facilitate timely resolving of client issues.
    Place overseas orders, liaise with clearing agent and verify transactional documents to facilitate payment.
    Update supplier performance records for accuracy and decision making.
    Participate in preparing end month reports for review.

    Requirements

    Communication, skills 
    Negotiation skills
    Analytical skills 
    Organizational skills
    High level of integrity, team player, interpersonal relations, versatile, attention to detail

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  • Internal Auditor

    Internal Auditor

    Job Description
    This position is responsible for the setting up of an Internal Audit Department in the Polytechnic.
    Skills abilities and experience required

    A Bachelor of commerce degree in Finance or Business Administration CPA Part 3
    At least 5 years experience in audit preferably in a learning institution.
    Computer Literate Be at least 35 years old

  • Software Developer Call Centre Customer Care

    Software Developer Call Centre Customer Care

    Job Description
    Develop and implement new software programs, maintain and improve the performance of existing software.
    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or any other relevant Field
    At least 2 years’ experience in software Development. 
    Software developer using Python Language and PHP. 
    MySQL and Oracle knowledge is an added advantage
    Flexible and willing to accept change in priorities as necessary.

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