Key Account Manager (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Key Account Manager

Almasi Beverages Ltd is a company which was born out of a merger of three Coca-Cola bottling companies of Rift Valley Bottlers, Kisii Bottlers and Mount Kenya Bottlers. Almasi’s purpose is to increase shareholder value by manufacturing, packaging, distributing and selling Coca-Cola products. The company is currently integrating its operations to one seamless organization.

The company has an innovative Change strategy which focuses on strong distribution & manufacturing, selling and building a strong and capable workforce.

Our new business architecture is that of a centralized Commercial function, devolved manufacturing and distribution for revenue generation and a strong centralized support function of HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Risk; for the purpose of creating sharper focus, efficiency and effectiveness to enable us achieve a double digit growth in 2014 and beyond.

We shall deliver all these through close collaboration with Coca-Cola, our shareholders and other key stakeholders both externally and internally, including our people.

We believe to achieve this we shall need capable people deliver on the following roles:

Key Account Manager

The Role

• Reporting to the National Sales Manager in Nairobi, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining strategic partnerships with multinational, national and local key accounts to ensure significant sales and profit growth.
• You will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Key Account Business Plan and sales strategy for assigned channels; ensure effective credit management for all key accounts; negotiate for and grow share of visible inventory; manage sales funnel to drive future sales growth and provide leadership to the Key Accounts team

The Person

• The successful candidate will have strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, excellent problem solving and analytical skills, results oriented demonstrated through strong sales performance; proven ability to establish lasting customer relationships with a focus on sales and customer service and ability to lead and manage teams in a change environment.
• Minimum education is a Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years’ relevant experience in sales and distribution in a large and busy FMCG organization.
• You will also have in-depth knowledge of Modern Trade business and superior customer relationship management

How to Apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and a CV detailing the suitability of your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careerjobs@almasibeverages.co.ke quoting THE TITLE OF JOB on the subject line.

The closing date: 17th April 2014.

Full Job descriptions shall be sent to shortlisted candidates before the interview.

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Risk Officers (3 Positions) (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Risk Officers (3 Positions)

Almasi Beverages Ltd is a company which was born out of a merger of three Coca-Cola bottling companies of Rift Valley Bottlers, Kisii Bottlers and Mount Kenya Bottlers.

Almasi’s purpose is to increase shareholder value by manufacturing, packaging, distributing and selling Coca-Cola products. The company is currently integrating its operations to one seamless organization.

The company has an innovative Change strategy which focuses on strong distribution & manufacturing, selling and building a strong and capable workforce.

Our new business architecture is that of a centralized Commercial function, devolved manufacturing and distribution for revenue generation and a strong centralized support function of HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Risk; for the purpose of creating sharper focus, efficiency and effectiveness to enable us achieve a double digit growth in 2014 and beyond.

We shall deliver all these through close collaboration with Coca-Cola, our shareholders and other key stakeholders both externally and internally, including our people.

We believe to achieve this we shall need capable people deliver on the following roles:

Risk Officer- 3 Positions

The role

• Based in Nyeri, Eldoret and Kisii and reporting to the General Manager, the key responsibility is to advise the Bottler management team on any potential risks to the profitability and operations of the company by proactively identifying and assessing threats and putting plans in place to avoid, mitigate or transfer risks.
• The role manages the risk to the organization, employees, customers, reputation, assets and interests of stakeholders.
• The risks will include but are not limited to enterprise risk, corporate governance, regulatory and operational risk, business continuity, information and securityrisk, technology risk, and market and credit risk.
• The role is responsible for maintaining the enterprise risk register and following through on corrective action.

The Person

• We are seeking a proactive, assertive, energetic, rigorous and consistent person who is committed to success and can influence in a change environment.
• This is a key role that often involves influencing in all business areas. He/She shall be an informed business partner, versatile and willing to learn.
• The person will need to have worked five years in a manufacturing environment and proven experience in risk management /or due diligence investigations.
• The position holder will be travelling within Kenya to business operations’ located in Kisii, Mount Kenya and Rift Valley. He/She will be a bachelor degree holder and CPA (K).
• FMCG experience will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and a CV detailing the suitability of your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts tocareerjobs@almasibeverages.co.ke quoting THE TITLE OF JOB on the subject line.

The closing date: 17th April 2014.

Full Job descriptions shall be sent to shortlisted candidates before the interview.

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Management Accountant (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Management Accountant

Almasi Beverages Ltd is a company which was born out of a merger of three Coca-Cola bottling companies of Rift Valley Bottlers, Kisii Bottlers and Mount Kenya Bottlers. Almasi’s purpose is to increase shareholder value by manufacturing, packaging, distributing and selling Coca-Cola products. The company is currently integrating its operations to one seamless organization. The company has an innovative Change strategy which focuses on strong distribution & manufacturing, selling and building a strong and capable workforce.

Our new business architecture is that of a centralized Commercial function, devolved manufacturing and distribution for revenue generation and a strong centralized support function of HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Risk; for the purpose of creating sharper focus, efficiency and effectiveness to enable us achieve a double digit growth in 2014 and beyond.

We shall deliver all these through close collaboration with Coca-Cola, our shareholders and other key stakeholders both externally and internally, including our people.

We believe to achieve this we shall need capable people deliver on the following roles:

Management Accountant

The Role

• Though the open role is based in Nyeri and reporting to the Finance manager, we will consider candidates interested in working in Kisii and Eldoret; the role will be responsible for Reporting, Budgeting and Cost Control.
• You will champion the budgeting process and consolidate information from various sources and proactively monitor performance versus budget.
• You will be charged with the responsibility of ensuring complete, timely and accurate delivery of information required in the Group reporting template.
• You will carry out detailed factory costing to ensure accurate and reliable management reports supported by deep dive analysis.
• You will focus particularly on the analysis of production yields and bottle pack management; project current and future business impact.
• You will be an engaged business partner providing financial analysis, monitoring KPI and Dashboards to inform management decisions.

The Person

• We are seeking an analytical, energetic, detailed, rigorous and inquisitive minded person who is committed to success and can influence in a change environment.
• This is a key role that often involves assisting in areas other than finance.
• He/She role will be versatile and willing to learn to become an informed business partner.
• The person will have three years experience with proven ability in management reporting, financial analysis and /or due diligence investigations.
• He/She will be a bachelor degree holder and CPA/CFA/CIMA with high proficiency in MS office.
• FMCG and ERP experience will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and a CV detailing the suitability of your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careerjobs@almasibeverages.co.ke quoting THE TITLE OF JOB on the subject line.

The closing date: 17th April 2014.

Full Job descriptions shall be sent to shortlisted candidates before the interview.

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Group Financial Controller (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Group Financial Controller

Almasi Beverages Ltd is a company which was born out of a merger of three Coca-Cola bottling companies of Rift Valley Bottlers, Kisii Bottlers and Mount Kenya Bottlers. Almasi’s purpose is to increase shareholder value by manufacturing, packaging, distributing and selling Coca-Cola products. The company is currently integrating its operations to one seamless organization.

The company has an innovative Change strategy which focuses on strong distribution & manufacturing, selling and building a strong and capable workforce.

Our new business architecture is that of a centralized Commercial function, devolved manufacturing and distribution for revenue generation and a strong centralized support function of HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Risk; for the purpose of creating sharper focus, efficiency and effectiveness to enable us achieve a double digit growth in 2014 and beyond.

We shall deliver all these through close collaboration with Coca-Cola, our shareholders and other key stakeholders both externally and internally, including our people.

We believe to achieve this we shall need capable people deliver on the following roles:

Group Financial Controller

The Role

• Based in Nairobi and reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the role will support Almasi’s double digit growth vision by engaging and providing effective support to our three bottler operations.
• Accountable for Business Control, Group reporting and Business Planning shall ensure accurate, reliable and timely consolidated financial reports supported by deep dive analysis.
• The role will be in charge of the business planning process and follow up to ensure that the business delivers on its short term and long term financial goals; keeping a keen eye on business performance metrics to inform proactive management decisions.
• Forecasting business cash cycle, ensuring adequate funding will be a key responsibility as well as developing the management reporting capabilities across the Group.

The Person

• We are seeking a self starter who is proactive, analytical, driven and committed to success and can influence in a matrix environment.
• This is a key role in Almasi that often involves assisting in areas other than finance.
• He/She need have manufacturing experience, be versatile and willing to learn.
• The person will have five years working experience with proven ability in business control, management analysis/reporting and /or due diligence investigations.
• You will be travelling within Kenya to business operations’ located in Kisii, Mount Kenya and Rift Valley.
• He/She will be a bachelor degree holder and CPA/ CFA/CIMA with high proficiency in MS office. FMCG and ERP experience will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and a CV detailing the suitability of your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careerjobs@almasibeverages.co.ke quoting THE TITLE OF JOB on the subject line.

The closing date: 17th April 2014.

Full Job descriptions shall be sent to shortlisted candidates before the interview.

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Mechanical Technician (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Mechanical Technician

An international company specializing in the sales of material handling, lifting, warehousing and storage solutions, power generators, construction and industrial plant equipment wishes to fill the following positions:

We are looking to fill several positions in Nairobi and Mombasa for: Mechanical Technician

The successful candidate shall be working in a team and reporting to the Workshop Manager

Qualification and Skills:

• Minimum requirement, degree / higher diploma / diploma in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• At least 3 years hands on experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance of construction/earth moving equipment and forklift trucks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Result oriented, consistent and reliable.
• Ready to travel.

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit their applications together with their CVs including contact details, current and expected remuneration to be mailed so as to reach the Human Resource Administrator at the address below not later than 18th April, 2014.

Human Resource Administrator

Achelis Material Handling Limited

P.O. Box 30378-00100

Nairobi

or email hr.admin@acheliskenya.co.ke

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Electrical Technician (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Electrical Technician

An international company specializing in the sales of material handling, lifting, warehousing and storage solutions, power generators, construction and industrial plant equipment wishes to fill the following positions:

We are looking to fill several positions in Nairobi and Mombasa for: Electrical Technician

The successful candidate shall be working in a team and reporting to the Workshop Manager

Qualification and Skills:

• Minimum requirement, degree / higher diploma / diploma in electrical/electronic engineering.
• At least 3 years hands on experience in electrical repairs and maintenance of construction/earth moving equipment and forklift trucks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Result oriented, consistent and reliable.
• Ready to travel.

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit their applications together with their CVs including contact details, current and expected remuneration to be mailed so as to reach the Human Resource Administrator at the address below not later than 18th April, 2014.

Human Resource Administrator

Achelis Material Handling Limited

P.O. Box 30378-00100

Nairobi

or email hr.admin@acheliskenya.co.ke

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Imports Manager (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Imports Manager

Logistics Jobs Kenya

Achelis Material Handling Limited

An international company specializing in the sales of material handling, lifting, warehousing and storage solutions, power generators, construction and industrial plant equipment wishes to fill the following positions:

Imports Manager

The successful candidate shall be working autonomously and reporting to top management.

Qualification and Skills:

Minimum requirement a degree or higher diploma in logistics and supply management or its equivalent.

Experience in imports, EAC Common External Tariff documentation; hands on customs documentation and clearance of goods.

At least 5 years’ experience in air and sea freight forwarding, tracking and logistics.

Computer literate.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Driven, organized and resourceful with ability to prioritize.

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit their applications together with their CVs including contact details, current and expected remuneration to be mailed so as to reach the Human Resource Administrator at the address below not later than 18th April, 2014.

Human Resource Administrator

Achelis Material Handling Limited

P.O. Box 30378-00100

Nairobi

or email hr.admin@acheliskenya.co.ke

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Engineer (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Engineer

AIC Kijabe Hospital a church based hospital is seeking for a competent Engineer to fill the position of Engineering and Facilities Director.

The hospital which was established in 1915 has a facility with a bed capacity of 280 beds and outpatient services that serves 120,000 in-patients and 10,000 outpatients annually.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the main responsibility of the position holder is providing leadership and oversight in implementation of the hospital capital projects in line with the hospital strategic plans and the 10 years master plan.

The successful person shall also be responsible for the regular maintenance of the hospital facility and medical equipment.

For consideration for the above position one must have the following specifications:

Skills and personal qualities:

Must be a mature Christian who is able to lead a team technical staff spiritually and in technical matters

Strong interpersonal, spoken and written communication skills

Ability to develop working relationships with people with varying skills, competencies, and cultures (African and Western)

Ability to develop sound management processes in ensuring proper monitoring and control

A critical thinker and analyst with ability to quickly analyze and resolve specific problems

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Experience in handling engineering processes management

Experience in project management

Knowledge of accounting and financial analysis

Working knowledge on the use of personal computers, MS Office, Acrobat and Computer Aided Design software

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Field. Applicants with a relevant Masters degree will have a definite advantage.

Engineering experience of over 5 years working in a large organization

To apply or view detailed positions descriptions, please visit www.kijabehospital.or.ke careers page and/or send your profile recruit.kijabe@gmail.com to recruit.kh@kijabe.net.

The deadline for applications is 25th April 2014.

To view further details on the hospital please visit www.kijabehospital.org.

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Chief Security Officer (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Chief Security Officer

A Large Scale Farm seeks to employ a Chief Accountant and a Chief Security Officer. Reporting to the General Manager, the positions will be based at the farm.

Chief Security Officer

In charge all security operations within the farm and supervision of security staff.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must have worked with the disciplined forces with a clean discharge letter.
• Minimum age 40 yrs.
• Minimum education-Form four certificate.
• Excellent management, organizational, communication and good interpersonal skills.

If you are qualified and up to the challenge send your Resume and Cover Letter to

The General Manager

P.O Box 47259-00100

Nairobi

to reach him by 18th April 2014.

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Chief Accountant (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Chief Accountant

A Large Scale Farm seeks to employ a Chief Accountant and a Chief Security Officer. Reporting to the General Manager, the positions will be based at the farm.

Chief Accountant

Job Purpose: 

To ensure that all financial resources of the organization are effectively and efficiently managed by implementing financial controls, developing prudent policy and procedures and generating high quality financial records.

Major responsibilities:

• Produce financial statements that reflect accurate and timely financial information.
• Monitoring Balance sheet and Income Statement account movements and ensuring that they reflect the correct balances and all relevant account reconciliations are performed and corrective actions taken in time
• Produce and communicate accurate and timely financial reports from various profit and cost centers for management.
• Prepare an annual calendar for statutory requirements and ensure that all statutory payments and returns are submitted on time.
• Implement financial management and control including protection and ensure that assets are safeguarded.
• Development and adherence of current and long-term organizational goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures for the organization.
• Supervise accounting staff.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting or Finance) degree or any related Business Degree.
• C.P.A or ACCA full qualification.
• Minimum of 8 years accounting with 3 years in a senior position with a brilliant track record.
• Conversant with relevant tax laws and all other statutory laws.
• Previous Farm experience is an added advantage.
• Excellent management, organizational, communication and good interpersonal skills.
• Conversant with various Computerized Accounting packages.

If you are qualified and up to the challenge send your Resume and Cover Letter to

The General Manager

P.O Box 47259-00100

Nairobi

to reach him by 18th April 2014.

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Finance Manager (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title; Finance Manager

We are looking to fill two positions as below for one of the Coca-Cola Bottling Companies in East Africa.

Finance Manager

The role

• Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, you will lead the Bottler management team to ensure the continuing confidence in the financial viability and stability of the organization by ensuring accurate and timely internal and statutory financial reporting; enforcing the financial integrity and internal financial controls of the organization.
• You will be responsible for the business planning process, ensuring achievement of current year and longer term financial goals.
• You will be an engaged business partner and constructive challenger to the management team.
• You will ensure tax compliance and manage treasury within the objectives of the organization.
• You will provide robust business analysis to support financial reports, investment decisions and cost to serve.
• You will lead the management team in continuously improving governance.
• You will be required to develop and build a strong financial team.

The Person

• We are looking for an energetic, business focused, results driven manager who can work in high performance change environment.
• The role requires a versatile, quick learner and adaptable team player.
• The person will have at least 5 years’ experience in financial management in a manufacturing environment.
• A Bachelor degree, CPA (K) and proficiency in MS office is mandatory.
• Experience working with ERP systems in an FMCG environment will be an added advantage.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and a CV to GM_EastAfrica@pedersenandpartners.com, quoting REF: GMEA.

Kindly indicate your Nationality.

The closing date: 17th April 2014.

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Public Relations & Communication Executive (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Public Relations & Communication Executive

Our client, a fast growing Company in Western Kenya providing water and sewerage services wishes to recruit competent and qualified personnel for the following key positions:

Public Relations & Communication Executive

Ref: PKF/HR/003-14

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure availability of effective communication materials and reports;
• maintain good public relations and positive corporate image in support of quality service delivery.

Key Qualifications:

• A degree in Marketing and Communication or Public Relations and
• Two (2) years hands on experience.
• A postgraduate diploma in related study would be an added advantage.

If you are interested in these challenging opportunities, please send your application letter together with a detailed CV, daytime telephone contact number and the names and addresses of three referees quoting the reference number of the respective position, to reach us by Friday 11th April 2014.

Applications should be sent to hrconsulting@ke.pkfea.com

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Procurement & Logistics Officer (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Procurement & Logistics Officer

Our client, a fast growing Company in Western Kenya providing water and sewerage services wishes to recruit competent and qualified personnel for the following key positions:

Procurement & Logistics Officer

Ref: PKF/HR/002-14

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advisory services to user departments and projects teams on procurement and logistic procedures,
• ensure effective and competitive sourcing of goods and services to support attainment of projected productivity and results

Key Qualifications:

• A degree or full professional qualification in procurement coupled with at-least 3 years progressive work experience.

If you are interested in these challenging opportunities, please send your application letter together with a detailed CV, daytime telephone contact number and the names and addresses of three referees quoting the reference number of the respective position, to reach us by Friday 11th April 2014.

Applications should be sent to hrconsulting@ke.pkfea.com

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Program Director (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Position: Program Director

Industry: NGO

Location: Nairobi

Salary: (800-1000USD)

Our client, is an international non-profit organization intended to promote world peace and cooperation under the motto “one family under God” is seeking to fill the position of a Program Director

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Organizing staff and community members to get input no proposals.
• Working with staff to develop program budgets for proposals.
• Working with leadership staff to create proposals by providing relevant information and input from Kenya.
• Driving the program expansion of the leading character and creativity initiatives along the framework of indicators to achieve programmatic metrics.
• Expanding program and achieve uptake in targeted schools, leading expansion of school-based programs from 40 to 400 schools.
• Facilitating teacher and principal professional training and workshops including curriculum development, outreach and day-of facilitation.
• Facilitating community engagement workshops including curriculum development, outreach and day-of facilitation.
• Organizing the planning and implementation of new/expanded programs with program/school staff.
• Set up planning workshops for staff at implementation of programs.
• Coordinating set-up meetings (if necessary) with donor/ partner organizations.
• Provide ongoing implementation data for communication between the donor/partner and the leadership staff during implementation.
• Assisting Resource Development by indentifying staffing needs for new grants/asks.
• Developing best practice sharing materials for highlighting at conferences and professional gatherings, and serve as an advocate or speaker as needed in the professional landscape of educators, youth leadership and civil society officials.

Skills and Qualification Required.

• Experienced with large-scale program design, implementation and evaluation.
• 5-10 Years of relevant programmatic implementation experienced in the education setting.
• Preference for someone with local community based engagement and program delivery in schools.

To apply, send your CV and Cover letter ONLY to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 16th April, 2014. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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