FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT -PAYABLES

Title: Financial Accounting Assistant -Payables – Kenya Country Office

Reports to: Finance Manager

TEAM/PROGRAMME: Finance  

LOCATION:  Nairobi

GRADE:  TBC  (Competitive Package)      

POST TYPE: National or International

Child Safeguarding:  Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Financial Accounting Officer, Payables is responsible for the day-to-day bank payables in the Nairobi office, while assisting in the operation of SCI accounting systems to ensure the finance team meets its responsibilities.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Dimensions: Save the Children has supported children in Kenya since before its Independence in 1963 and has had a consistent operational presence in the country since 1984. We provide support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health, HIV/AIDS, Livelihoods, Nutrition and WASH. Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir. Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 260 staff and a confirmed budget of approximately US$18 million this year.

Staff directly reporting to this post: None

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Make various payments

•            Make payments through Accounts Payable module in Agresso through the remittance process

•         Supplier payments by cheques and through electronic banking as per the authorization, approval of Budget Holders and in accordance with Save the Children’s financial management policy

•             Maintain a bank Monitoring report and ensure there are sufficient funds before payments are released

•             Make payments against serially pre-numbered payment vouchers and on a timely manner.

Ensure that payments made on behalf of other SC Programmes have the necessary authorization and approved budget codes.

•             Maintain a schedule of regular utility bills and follow-up on bills to ensure they are paid before the due date

•             Update the schedule regularly

•             Escalate any unresolved issues or pending queries

•             Maintain creditors invoices record for ease of reconciliation

Recording of Receipts

•             Income or any receipts though the bank are properly recorded against serially pre-numbered receipt vouchers.

•             Such receipts are properly coded for processing

•             Recording of any debts received using appropriate finance records

Processing and transferring Field offices Cash requests

•             Ensure prior approval from relevant Managers and necessary reviews in line with the monthly forecasts

 Assist the wider finance team in in meeting its responsibilities in: 

•             Audit preparation – tracing documentation

•             Ensure internal controls are maintained within the programme

•             Working with other teams (HR, Logistics, etc) 

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

•             Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

•             Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

•             Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same

•             Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

•             Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

•             Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters

•             Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength

•             Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

•             Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

•             Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

•             Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Qualifications and Experience

•             Full or part qualified in a recognized professional qualification in Accounting (CPA, ACCA). An undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting will be highly desirable.

•             Recommended a minimum of 3 years’ experience within a busy working environment such as INGOs

•             Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching

•             Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures

•             Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word.  

•             Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets

•             Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in

•             Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner

•             Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies

•             Fluency in English, both verbal and written, preferred

•             Commitment to Save the Children values

The application process is now open and will close on 11th October 2013 at 5.00 p.m. To apply for this position, please send a short cover letter and CV to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org   indicating the position title on the subject line.

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MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND LEARNING (MEAL) COORDINATOR

Title: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator 

Team / Programme: Programme Implementation

Location: Dadaab

 

Grade: TBC

Post Type: National

 

Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

Role Purpose:

Save the Children has programming in child protection and education in Garissa county, mainly focused on Somali refugees, but also targeting the host and local community.

The MEAL Coordinator makes a crucial contribution to the quality of that programming, as a senior member of the Dadaab area team.

The MEAL Coordinator is responsible to ensure the correct implementation of all SCI MEAL systems in Garissa County.

The Coordinator will

• Manage the process of data collection, banking and analysis of programme management information, including the Education and Child Protection Information Management Systems (EIMS and CPIMS);
• Undertake the design and implementation of programme reviews, evaluations and impact assessments;
• Manage the development, roll-out and day to day running of beneficiary accountability mechanisms;
• Facilitate an informal process of continual learning about programme quality.

S/he is supported by 2 MEAL Officers, 4 MEAL Assistants and an Accountability Officer, as well as by a PQ Manager and MEAL Advisor at the Nairobi level .

Dimensions: Save the Children has supported children in Kenya since before its Independence in 1963 and has had a consistent operational presence in the country since 1984.

We provide support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health, HIV/AIDS, Livelihoods, Nutrition and WASH.

Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir.

Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 260 staff and a confirmed budget of approximately US$18 million this year.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Area Programme Manager

Staff directly reporting to this post: 1 MEAL Officer and 4 MEAL Assistants.

Key Areas of Accountability:

General Management

• Responsible for the correct implementation of the SCI Kenya MEAL Framework;
• With Programme Managers, develop M&E Plans and related tools at grant start up;
• Ensure the appropriate resourcing of MEAL activities within new budgets;
• Ensure that MEAL is effectively integrated into programme design, and contributes to programme objectives;
• Contribute to annual planning and reporting processes, consistent with SCI operational requirements;
• Identify recurring gaps in MEAL and programme quality themes, and actively address the causes;
• Ensure that child participation and child safeguarding is integrated into design and delivery;
• As a member of the Dadaab SMT, ensure a conducive and productive work environment.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Where necessary, design and support needs, baseline, and endline assessments and surveys;
• Manage data collection processes to ensure high quality management information;
• Manage data banking processes, including the EMIS and CPIMS;
• Manage the SCI standard output tracker for Dadaab;
• Design and manage internal and external evaluations and impact assessments, to ensure compliance with donor and SCI requirements, as well as accountability, transparency and programme learning.

Accountability

• Contribute to a culture of accountability and transparency on the team;
• Manage the design and roll-out of locally appropriate, financially viable, and effective complaints and response mechanisms;
• Support and promote two-way beneficiary communications in activity and MEAL systems design.

Learning

• Contribute to the facilitation of monthly programme meetings;
• Contribute to the design and facilitation of programme learning processes, such as periodic or after – action reviews.

Reporting

• Support reporting to donors by providing management information to programme managers on a timely basis;
• Manage the process of reporting on Accountability Breakthrough activities in Dadaab;
• Support other reporting processes as required.

Staff management

• Manage staff performance in compliance with SCI Kenya Policies;
• Coach, mentor, and support opportunities for continual staff development;
• Support adherence to child safeguarding policy.

External relations

• Actively and effectively represent SCI Kenya at the Accountability Working Group, and the Community Communications Working Group.
• Represent SCI Kenya, and provide technical advice where necessary, to implementing partners;
• Other representation as required.

Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)

 

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor degree or higher in a relevant area of social sciences;
• Significant expertise in statistical analysis;
• Five years experience working in MEAL roles including a management position;
• Experience in both emergency and development contexts;
• Experience of working on all elements of MEAL including designing, rolling out and managing systems;
• Experience with education and child protection, including CPIMS and EIMS preferred;
• Experience in designing Terms of Reference and successfully managing evaluations.
• Experience of working with communities in participatory activities, including confidence in working with children and an understanding of child-friendly participatory methodologies.
• Familiarity with international quality standards (Red Cross Code of Conduct, SPHERE Standard, HAP Standard) and experience of using these standards in practical ways to promote quality and accountable programming
• Proven success in managing a team and dedication to staff development.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis and action planning
• Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
• Ability and willingness to work in challenging circumstances, to change work practices and hours, and to work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.  Somali language skills preferred.
• Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

How to Apply

The application process is now open and will close on 11th October 2013 at 5.00 p.m.

To apply for this position, please send a short cover letter and CV to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org  indicating the position title on the subject line.

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RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Research Assistants

Impact Research and Development Organization (IRDO) is a national NGO based in Kisumu and funded by FHI360, among others. Its principal mandate is to design, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS research and intervention programs that improve the health status of individuals and local communities. We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill in the following positions for a short study we are planning to conduct in Nyando, Bondo and Rarieda districts.

• Female Research Assistants (10 Positions; native speakers of Bukusu, Embu, Giriama, Kamba, Kikuyu, Kimeru, Kipsisgis, Kisii, Maasai & Taita)
• Male Research Assistants (5 Positions; native speakers of Giriama, Kamba, Kikuyu, Kipsisgis & Taita)Job summary: Administer consent, conduct qualitative interviews (Focus Group Discussions and In-Depth Interviews) and perform transcriptions.

Duration: 6 weeks, starting October 2013

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least a Diploma in any of the Social Science disciplines. A degree in Social Science or related discipline is an added advantage.
• Must have experience in moderating Focus Group Discussions and conducting In-Depth Interviews in at least two studies or in one study over a period of at least 2 years.
• 2 years working experience in HIV prevention intervention or research is an advantage.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written native language, Kiswahili and English.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with respective study Districts.

Submit applications, complete with CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 30th September, 2013.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.The Human Resources Manager,

Impact Research and Development Organization,

P. O. Box 9171- 40141,

Kisumu

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CORPORATE SCHEMES ASSISTANT (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Corporate Schemes Assistant

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement. The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.

CORPORATE SCHEMES ASSISTANT – REF: HRD/CSA/09/13

Reporting to the Corporate Schemes Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Ensuring efficient and timely delivery of service to third-party clients and that third party support is available at the service points.
• Providing information to external and internal customers.
• Ensuring proper record keeping and maintaining an effective document handling system for the schemes
• Updating corporate schemes individual staff listing database.
• Arranging proper credit facilities, including renewals and terminations of accounts as they fall due.
• Identifying and solving problems affecting the third party clients to their satisfaction.
• Assisting third party patients who may need administrative assistance.
• Vetting and maintaining record of returns from corporate clients to confirm actual account status.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Business Administration
• Degree will be an added advantage
• Computer literate
• Minimum 1 year experience in a busy credit department preferably in the service industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.

Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager

The Nairobi Hospital

P.O. Box 30026

Nairobi – 00100

or recruitment@nbihosp.org To be received not later than 3rd October 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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FINANCE ASSISTANT (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Finance Assistant

The Finance Assistant will provide support to the Finance officer on the day-to-day administration and liaison functions for field office.

Responsibilities

Finance:

• Record financial transactions in line with RedR UK & donor requirements.
• Process timely payments for goods and services received.
• Managing and reconciling bank/cash accounts, preparation of monthly financial accounts for submission to RedR UK, ensuring financial and resource accountability and effective management of records as required for auditing.
• Adhere to the Finance officer/Head of support Services instructions to ensure that expenditures are in line with RedR UK policies and financial procedures.
• Coordinate any interim and annual audits.
• Ensure proper accounting of project recoveries and income recognition.
• Check and monitor the field office sub-account transactions and incorporate in reports.
• Maintain, at all times, accurate and up-to-date financial record and provide information when required.
• Establish and prepare accurate and timely information for financial monitoring and progress of programme funds and grants.
• Prepare monthly cash flow projections, assisting the Finance officer in preparing monthly cash forecast according to donor requirements, as requested.
• Maintain collection and storage of regular financial reports and budget records.
• Ensure adherence to the RedR UK and Nairobi offices finance and administration guidelines at all times.
• Provide soft and hard copies of monthly financial reports on deadline.
• Assist in the preparation of donor reporting, interim and final.
• Preparation of Statutory remittance to concerned bodies as provided for in the payroll – NHIF, NSIF, NSSF, Consultants withholding tax remissions and Annual returns. This needs to be done within the deadlines given.
• Issuance and monitoring of Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) for goods and services.
• Be responsible for the posting of the monthly finance pouch to UK , to include all necessary documents, as outlined by line manager.

Other tasks:

• Follow any procedures and guidelines as laid out by RedR UK and provide comments on where it can be more effective for the programme.
• Work in close collaboration with other staff members, and provide back up support where necessary.
• Liaise and communicate through line management with the UK.
• Develop an understanding of RedR courses and an ability to communicate and market the courses to local and international NGOs.
• Any other duties specified by the Head of Support Services.

Person Specification

• Bachelor of Commerce , Finance/Accounting or other related fields preferred
• Candidate should at least be a CPA part 2 qualified or ACCA part qualified.
• Proven experience in financial accounting of not less than two years
• Excellent computer literacy in Excel and Word
• Strong office administrative experience with basic finance experience a strong advantage
• Experience in liaising with Government, NGOs, UN and other organisations.
• Strong commitment to humanitarian work, preferably with more than one year’s experience of working with an NGO
• Good interpersonal and team working skills, within a multicultural setting
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good spoken and written English
• Proactive approach to work and able to work with limited supervision at various points
• Flexibility and a can-do approach to tasks and the ability to adapt to a changing and challenging environment.
• Familiarity with and commitment to RedR’s vision and mission, and willingness to promote this in the field

How to apply:

Please submit your application form to HR.kenya@redr.org.uk before close of business on 27th September, 2013. Due to our limited resources only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please assume you haven’t been shortlisted if you haven’t heard from us 3 weeks from the closing date.

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVES (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Business Development Executives

Job Purpose

Responsible for the continuous attainment of the company’s revenue target in the assigned region through constantly identifying and securing new clients as well as maximizing sales from the current clients

Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sales to institutions preferably in hospitality supplies
• Diploma in sales & marketing
• Proven ability to meet sales targets
• Those with food & beverage background have an added advantage

If you meet the above requirements send your CV ONLY to cltdvacancy@gmail.com  by 30/09/2013

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SALES EXECUTIVES (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Sales Executives

The Sales Executives are tasked with the responsibility of converting identified leads into actual sales and penetrating markets to hunt for clients in areas where product or Service awareness has been created.The Sales executive shall be reporting to the Sales and Marketing Manager.

Roles

• Following up on identified leads until they are converted into actual sales.
• Keeping track of clients and ensuring timely renewal of the supply/service contracts.
• Follow up on the settlement of outstanding balances for existing clients.
• Penetrating new markets where product awareness has already been created
• Assist marketing team in carrying out market research
• Making presentations to clients.
• Analyzing client requirements and advising the product range at their disposal.
• Solutions.
• Participating in Sales and Marketing events.
• Building relations with existing and prospective clients.

Requirements

• Bachelors in a Business Degree with Major in Sales or Marketing.
• 3 years experience in Sales. Marketing background would be an added advantage.
• Good administrative skills.
• Aggressive yet persuasive skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team player.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Experience or training in ICT sector would be an added advantage.

If you are the person we are looking for kindly, send your application letter and CV to jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating ‘Sales Executive ‘on the subject line by 10th September, 2013. DO NOT attach any certificates. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

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PLANNING OFFICERS (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Planning Officers

Safari Park Hotel, a leading five star hotel on the Thika Superhighway seeks dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking persons to fill the above positions, to create a new section.

The successful candidates will be responsible to;

• Collect and analyse business information, statistics and data on market trends and preparation of reports.
• Provide professional planning leadership with emphasis on continuous improvement and strategy execution.
• Responsible for strategic business planning, new project planning, proposals for existing and new projects to help in decision making plus any special assignments by management.
• Carry out comprehensive analysis and feasibility studies of potential new business units and prepare project proposals on the same.
• New business development – both existing product lines and new outside business.
• Liaison with all managers and section heads to ensure the full inspection of their strategic plans and the linkage with the overall hotel vision.
• Support the managers to develop, promote and implement new systems and practices based on best practices and executive recommendations.
• Contribute to the delivery of the hotel’s corporate strategy / key priorities.
• Periodical SWOT analysis with a view to provide information to management for effective decision making.
• Do a careful evaluation of ongoing projects to continuously update management and guide.
• Follow up, evaluate and document progress of all strategic plans and projects for management’s action and feedback.

The position requires individuals with the following attributes;

• A University Degree in social sciences or any other technical field.
• Three years relevant work experience in planning and project administration and/or communication at national or international level.
• Excellent analytical, research and report writing skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and share detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
• Ability to seek and quickly absorb new information and techniques.
• Ability to set clearly defined objectives and plan activities for self, own team or department.
• Strong business plan making ability.

A competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidates. Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials should be sent to the address below to reach us by October 11, 2013

Human Resources & Admin. Manager

P.O. Box 45038-00100,

Nairobi

or email careers@safariparkhotel.co.ke

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FRONT OFFICE PERSON (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Front Office Person

A leading institute in Nairobi is looking for a front office person.

The person must have the following qualifications:

• Must have completed a Diploma course (Preferably in Business)
• Sound ICT Knowledge
• Good communication Skills (Must be Fluent in English)
• Must be confident,Patient and Mature

The deadline is 4th October 2013.

Interested persons should call Nick on 0722620249.

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SALES EXECUTIVE – KEY ACCOUNTS (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Sales Executive- Key Accounts

Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika – Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages. As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for a top class individual to fill a vacant position in Sales & Marketing Department.

Position: Sales Executive – Key Accounts

The Job: Reports to the National Key Accounts Manager

Purpose: The job holder will ensure achievement of agreed set sales targets and flawless execution of Del Monte brand in the assigned accounts.

Key Functions:

• Achieve sales volume objectives as per sales targets set and agreed, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually.
• Debt Collection – Ensure all account receivables are collected at the agreed times and that distributors operate within approved limits.
• Ensure Del Monte products availability in all targeted outlets in the assigned territory.
• Create new outlets as agreed with the Supervisor monthly, quarterly, annually.
• Deploy trade marketing equipments – coolers, merchandising units, point of sale material etc
• Execute the Del Monte picture of success as directed by the Supervisor.
• Gather own and competitor market intelligence and report to Supervisor weekly, monthly.
• Build value based and strategic “win-win” relationships with Del Monte customers.
• Sell the entire range of company products.

The Person:

• The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:-
• Aged between 27 and 30 years.
• The candidate must demonstrate detailed understanding of the core sales capabilities of order generation, delivery, merchandising and account development.
• A University degree in Commerce, Economics or Business Administration (with bias in Marketing) or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years working experience in a Fast Moving Consumer Goods environment.
• Must also hold a clean and valid driving license with 3 years of continuous driving.
• An individual who can demonstrate that he/she has lots of energy, drive, enthusiasm, positive mental attitude and track record of achievement.
• Pleasant, results oriented, hardworking, persuasive individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who is able to think strategically, and effectively present ideas in an organized manner.

Interested candidates should send Application Letters and CV ONLY to the address shown below indicating Telephone/Mobile contacts.

These must be received not later than Friday 11th October, 2013

 

Send your application to

The Human Resource Manager

Del Monte Kenya Ltd

P O Box 147

Thika – 01000

Email: hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com

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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Title: Production Supervisor

Kisii Bottlers Limited, a leading beverage bottling franchise of The Coca Cola company is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies mentioned below:- Production Supervisor

Key Accountability/Result Areas:

• Planning, controlling and managing materials and time resources
• Ensuring production of safe and quality products by implementation of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in the production hall.
• Production data verification and generation of reports as required.
• Conducting performance reviews and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives on the line.
• Developing, motivating, communicating and disciplining personnel in the team.
• Managing line efficiencies and operations.
• Monitoring compliance to Occupational Safety and Health in the production hall and training of employees on matters related to Health and safety.
• Managing the application of the Kisii Bottlers Management System based on the * Coca Cola Operating Requirements (KORE),& theISO Standard series i.e. ISO 9001, 14001, 18001, 22000, and 22002-1,including the applicable legal and regulatory requirements, in his/her shift .
• Carrying out any other assignments given by the Management from time to time

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bsc (Food Science and Technology), Chemistry or Production Engineering.
• Minimum 3years hands on experience in a busy manufacturing plant.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and Good organizational and planning skills
• Self-motivated, result oriented and Good communication skills.
• Good numeric skills and Must be computer literate.

The Promise

Kisii Bottlers Limited depends heavily on the passion, innovation and integrity of our people. We focus on attracting, developing & retaining the best talent. Our work environment nurtures these three values integrity, concern for people and valued partnership. In addition to a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits commensurate with the requisite, the company can offer a challenging and rewarding career.

If you are innovative, self-starter and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter, detailed C.V, together with copies of your relevant academic /professional testimonials and three referees to :-

Human Resource Manager

Kisii Bottlers Limited

P.O. Box 3456-40200

Kisii – Kenya

E-mail: recruitment@kisiibottlers.co.ke So as to reach him not later than Friday 11th October 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Kisii Bottlers Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Any lobbying or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATION (KSHS 50K – 60K)

Executive Administration (KShs 50K – 60K)

Our Client: A leader in FMCG / Liquor Industry; owning and operating duty free travel retail shops at airports and seaports worldwide, as well as involving in brand development, marketing, and sales.

The company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operating through a network of offices and warehouses in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Industry: Duty Free Retail / FMCG

Job Title: Executive Administration – Africa

Type of Hire: Local

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Gross Salary: KES 50,000 – 60,000 per month

Job Responsibilities:

• Dealing with vendors from sourcing for the vendors to sieving them and ensuring that the best vendor is the one selected.
• Supervising the front office staff and ensuring that the whole premise is managed properly at all time
• Editing the monthly newsletter and ensuring that the newsletter is sent to by the set date
• Management of the intranet and ensuring that information on the intranet is up to date all new joinees must have access and exiting staff must be removed
• Ensuring the Saturday duty roster is rolled out and approved monthly
• Dealing with suppliers and ensuring that all office supplies are procured and delivered on time
• Maintaining the employee data tracker
• Organizing for conferences and other events
• Ensuring that all staff supported to have uniforms are provided with the uniforms and an inventory of the same is maintained
• General office administration i.e. ensuring cleanliness and neatness of the office at all time
• Processing documents for the expat staffs e.g. the passports, work permits and alien cards
• Ensuring that each and every new staff is allocated a seating space
• Handling employee welfare activities e.g. weddings, funerals, new born babies events
• Any other duty assigned by management

Mandatory Requirement:

• 5 years of working experience; and
• Must be aged between 27 – 35 years of age.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree Holder in BA;
• Flexible to change.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results on time.
• Strong MS office and presentation skills.
• Passionate towards work, self-motivated, takes initiative and responsibility.
• Focuses on goals & deadlines, encourages teamwork, creativity & trust.
• Delivers beyond promise.
• Appreciates constructive criticism.
• Good organizational & planning abilities.
• Analytical skills & business acumen

How to Apply:

Kindly justify your application by stating similar experience at your previous / current job.

Send your CV (in PDF format) titled with your name, to jobs@genesisconsult.net no later than 30 September 2013.

The subject line of the application should read, “Executive Admin.”

Please do not call the recruitment firm or its respective client, doing so will forfeit your application.

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