Business Development Manager – Rwanda

Our client, a Credit Reporting Agency is looking to recruit a passionate Business Development Manager. He/she will be responsible for driving the growth of market share within the client space and increase the revenue of the company. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and nurturing trusting relations with internal and external clients through proactive communication and the effective management of expectations and delivery of superior customer service. The suitable candidate MUST be a Rwandan national and should be able to speak fluent English and French.

Key Responsibilities:

• Aggressively drive market share growth and revenue.
• Identify areas of opportunity with ability to build Market Share and cross / up sell opportunities.
• Achieve set targets & objectives through the successful implementation of core and value add solutions.
• Manage and take responsibility for a portfolio budget.
• Accurately forecast client activity and associated revenue.
• Manage and contain income statement to ensure optimal profit margins.
• Execute strategy & drive key initiatives within the portfolio to achieve completion of all objectives.
• Support  and execute divisional strategic  drivers
• Track economic factors and trends and adjust key initiatives where required
• Identify and facilitate the formulation of creative solutions that meet customer needs
• Communicate account activities & results to manager & team members impacted by any developments.
• Coach less experienced associates and function as an “on-the-job” trainer.
• Manage a team of sales and client relationship officers.
• Engage appropriately and in a proper manner as and when required with clients.
• Ensure that operational excellence is achieved to support customer and service focus.
• Comprehensive insight into the company product, solutions and service offered.
• Identify and commit to the achievement of personal development through formal and informal learning.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Business Management degree/diploma
• At least 5+ years previous experience within the , consultative selling space.
• PC Literacy: Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proven sales track record preferably in related industries; Driven to achieve sales targets.
• Demonstrates acquisitive, hunter-orientated sales acumen.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Quick thinker, experienced in unconventional problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to seek out opportunity within ambiguity.
• Have the ability to embrace team work and team spirit amongst clients and colleagues alike
• Able to influence others successfully in order to obtain results.

Monthly gross salary: USD 915 

Deadline: 30th October 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2dEaUrI  

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Finance & Operations Manager.

A dynamic Retail Company that makes luxury safari tents and bags is seeking to recruit a Finance & Operations Manager who will be responsible for all aspects of Financial Management.  The successful candidate MUST have proficient experience in Sage or Pastel and have prior working experience in the Manufacturing/Production sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside with the Managing Director to prepare annual budget and forecast
• Provide support and guidance on the Finance, Risk Management and internal controls.
• Reviewing existing processes and controls, with particular focus on revenue, inventory and purchasing making recommendations.
• Provide leadership to the finance team - both in-house, Kenya and external, UK and TZ.
• Manage treasury functions
• Manage payroll and compliance
• Oversee the maintenance of Fixed Assets Register.

Qualifications:

• Must have a financial management post graduate qualification.
• Must have a CPA K / ACCA with at least 5 years at senior financial position.
• Must have experience in dealing with cost management and optimization.
• Experience with initiating and leading improvement programmes, strategic plans and overseeing change.
• Must have strong treasury and cash management background.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Must have an impeccable integrity and diligence.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully under pressure.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 350,000 - 400,000/= (Approx. 3,500 - 4,000 USD) depending on experience and qualifications.

Deadline: 15th November 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2d0kunK 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Nursery Manager - Vegetables

A diversified Horticultural Company based in Nairobi with 4 farms in the outskirts of Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Nursery Manager to be based in their Simba Farm in Nyahururu. The successful candidate will oversee and manage all activities within the nursery concerning the production of seedlings and plants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the nursery, landscaping and wormer operations are provided with all the necessary equipment for their smooth and efficient operation.
• Ensure all labor in the section is effective and efficient.
• Ensure that the quantity of seedlings, tree and plants are produced to meet the requirement of the farm.
• Maintain constant dialogue with the farm concerned as to their seedling requirements.
• Ensure the company field operations adhere to customer standards (as per audit guild lines).

Qualifications:

• Have a bachelor degree in Horticulture or a relevant field.
• Must have 10 years experience
• Master will be an added advantage.
• Must have solid and proven workshop experience.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 300,000 - 350,000/= (Approx. 3,000 – 3,500 USD) plus housing, Car and Medical cover. 

Deadline: 30th November 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2dEaMIV 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Draughtsman – Tekla

Our client, well-established Steel Company in East and Central Africa dealing with design, fabrication and erection of all types, structural steel works are looking for an experienced Draughtsman. The successful candidate MUST have a background working with Tekla.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draught detailed fabrication and general assembly drawings.
• Use TEKLA to prepare fabrication drawings.

Qualification:

• Must have a Bachelors in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Must have X modeller and checker experience.
• Preparing fabrication drawings.
• Must have solid design experience using Solidworks /Tekla packages.
• Good knowledge of steel detailing and fabrication drawings.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  150,000 /= (Approx. 1,500 USD)

Deadline: 20th November 2016 

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2dyF7bx 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Mechanical Engineer

Our client, well-established Steel Company in East and Central Africa dealing with design, fabrication and erection of all types, structural steel works are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Maintenance / installation of Machines.
• Repair work in Cranes, Vacuum Pumps, Forklift, Motor winding.
• Expected to maintain list of machines and carry-on periodic maintenance.
• Interact with supplier / machine manufacturers to maintain machines in running condition.
• Identify & maintain critical spares & standby equipment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or higher diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 Years of work experience.
• Experienced in maintenance / installation of machines.
• Familiar / hands- on repair work in cranes, vacuum pumps, forklift & motor winding.
• Expected to maintain list of machines and carry-on periodic maintenance.
• Interaction with supplier / machine manufacturers to maintain machines in running condition.
• Identify & maintain critical spares & standby equipment.
• Exposure in automobile maintenance & electrical work will be added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  150,000 /= (Approx. 1,500 USD) 

Deadline: 20th November  2016 

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2drNh9a 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Purchasing Officer

Our client, a dynamic Flower Farm based in Kikuyu is looking to recruit a Purchasing Officer. The successful candidate MUST have relevant experience working in agriculture or FMCG manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, lead & execute procurement strategies.
• Track & report key functional metrics to reduces expenses & improve effectiveness.
• Forecast price & market trends to identify changes of balance in buyers.
• Craft negotiation strategies & close deals with optimal terms.
• Verifies purchase requisitions.
• Forward available inventory items by verifying stock.
• Prepare purchase orders.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered.
• Do purchasing planning.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
• Seek & partner with reliable venders.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in procurements & logistics.
• Candidates with CIPS will have an added advantage.
• Must be willing to work Monday to Saturday.
• Must have excellent analytic & negotiating skills.
• Must be mature with excellent experience in the flower industry.
• Should be familiar with sourcing and vendor management.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 60,000 - 80,000/= (Approx. 600 - 800 USD) depending on skills & experience

Deadline: 30th October 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2dyyO7Z 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Client Success Manager - FMCG

Our client, a global Cloud-based Information Solutions Company that provides market & business intelligence solution to the FMCG industry is looking to recruit a Client Success Manager to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.  The successful candidate must be a natural extrovert who enjoys engaging with clients and comfortable with data. He/ she MUST have an in depth knowledge in FMCG industry and relevant experience in distribution, brand and category management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Professionally engages with and holds senior relationship with client’s organisation.
• Identify opportunity within the client’s organisation in order to further entrench the Company service offering.
• Manage annual review process.
• Proposal development for contract negotiation.
• Plan, execute & supervises client success task and assignments.
• Ensuring accurate & timely delivery of assignments to clients as per contractual obligation.
• Travel regionally in order to engage, train and up skill clients in the region.
• Participate in clients conferences, presents & facilitate workshops & engagements.
• Orientates, trains & mentor’s junior client success members.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or Business Science.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in consumer goods, customer insights, market research & retail.
• A minimum of 3 years in business development, client facing position or consulting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Financial knowledge & strong business acumen.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to details.
• Understanding of the client’s lifecycle and in depth knowledge & understanding of the client’s strategic business objectives.
• Pro-active and confident.
• Flexible & agile with the ability to work on multiple projects.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 300,000 - 400,000/= (Approx. 3,000 - 4,000 USD) depending on skills & experience

Deadline: 15th October 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2d1s0k0

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Finance Manager

Our client, a dynamic Flower Farm based in Kikuyu is looking to recruit a Finance Manager. The successful candidate MUST be a C.P.A K with previous experience working in a horticultural farm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the financial reporting function of the Company.
• Ensure the integrity of the financial reporting systems and enforce internal controls.
• Provide timely cost management and working capital management advice to the company management.
• Responsible for financial planning in conjunction with top management.
• Performance enhancement.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with the suppliers.
• Approve supplier payments guided by priority and working capital management.
• Approving credit notes to customers with consultation with CEO & Sales Manager.
• Follow up on VAT Audits and refunds.
• Oversight of administrative functions of the Finance Department.
• Represent the Finance Department in management meetings.
• Weekly management reports to CEO & Management.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in business related course.
• Must be a CPA K.
• Must be able to work with Quick Books -  ERP system.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Must have senior management experience.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,000 - 2,500 USD) depending on skills & experience

Deadline: 15th October 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cRXdV1 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Human Resource Officer

Our client, a dynamic Flower Farm based in Kikuyu is looking to recruit a Human Resource Officer. The successful candidate must be mature, self-starter, well- organized and reasonable experience working with permanent, unionised and casual employees. He/she MUST be willing to work Monday to Saturday in a fast paced environment. The reporting structure for the role would be directly to the Group Head of Human Resource Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• In charge of the Company industrial relations – labor relations.
• Responsible for recruitment, orientation, placement and retention.
• Manage & assist departmental heads on planning annual, partial & maternity leaves.
• Ensure the organisation has complied with all statutory requirement i.e NSSF, NHIF, NITA & Monthly returns.
• Issue employee uniforms & PPE administration.
• In charge of staff well-fare.
• Prepare monthly & mid-month payroll.
• Maintain human Resource records & update in the HRMIS.
• Access all accidents that occur in the farm and ensure mitigation.

Qualification:

• Must have a higher diploma / degree in Human Resource Management.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a similar role.
• Candidates with experience working in a flower farm will have a distinct advantage.
• Must demonstrate hands on experience in agriculture or manufacturing sector.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work on Saturday.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  80,000 - 100,000/= (Approx. 800 – 1,000 USD) depending on skills & experience

Deadline: 5th October 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cET1di 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Financial Accountant – Kigali, Rwanda

Our client a credit reporting agency is looking to recruit a Financial Accountant. He/she will be responsible for overall general ledger accounting for the Rwanda business entity and to ensure that the accounting data is captured correctly and in conformity with the accounting policies for the group.  The suitable candidate Must be a Rwandan National and should be able to speak fluent English and French.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring proper maintenance of general ledger accounts for the company.
• Ensuring proper accounting procedures are adhered to and that all accounting information is captured.
• Complete bank reconciliations and ensure they are up to date with each month.
• Updating and maintaining accurate assets registers for the Rwanda Office.
• Maintaining a fixed asset schedule to account for purchases, disposal and depreciation of fixed assets.
• To ensure that depreciation is been posted correctly and consistently.
• Assist in balance sheet reconciliations and confirm the accuracy of the balances contained therein.
• Preparing audit schedules, confirmations for use during the auditing process.
• Providing all necessary support by handling all audit queries for the Rwanda office.
• To ensure that all inter-company transactions are captured on a continuous basis .
• Ensuring that monthly accounting procedures are adhered to and that all accounting information is captured.
• To maintain the accounts payables ledgers for the office and ensure that these are accurately maintained.
• Continuously reviewing the receivables for the companies and ensuring they are accurately maintained.
• Ensure clients are invoiced correctly and the amounts invoiced are collected promptly and updated in the receivables ledgers correctly as required.
• Maintain and determine the specific accounts that need approval for bad debts provisioning.
• Prepare the monthly payroll in good time and ensure all employee statutory deductions are paid before due dates.
• Ensure total compliance with regard to all tax payments and filings as required by the law.
• Ensuring that all statutory deductions are made and payments done in good time as per the local legislation.
• Tracking the tax and statutory deductions payments and advising management on exceptional cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Must have completed CPA II 
• Three years or more of relevant work experience.
• Good knowledge of financial accounting and business management skills.
• Good understanding of corporate finance procedures.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 99,100 - 1,100 ( Approx. USD. 991 -1,100 ) depending in skills & experience

Deadline: 30th Oct 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2dmF16M 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Packhouse Manager – Vegetable (High care)

A diversified horticultural Company based in Nairobi with 4 farms in the outskirts of Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Packhouse Manager - Vegetables to be based in their Thika farm. The successful candidate Must have a minimum of 6 years experience in Vegetable Packhouse (High care). 

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing workforce in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
• Monitoring of labor efficiency and overtime authorization for the pack house staff.
• Overall responsibility for coordination of raw material procurement, utilization, dumping and record keeping for such.
• Plan and execute the daily pack and notify the Commercial Manager of any issues that may affect achievement of the daily pack.
• Actively participate /coordinate in any activities and due diligence audits in light with the HACCP plan and as an active member of the HACCP team.
• Ensure Packhouse audits and customer visits are conducted professionally and successfully.

Qualifications:

• Have a bachelor degree in horticulture or a relevant field.
• Must have excellent knowledge of Customer Market standards
• Must have experience in Vegetable Packhouse ( high care )
• Must be able to work independently
• High integrity and a good understanding of fresh produce.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 150,000 - 200,000/= (Approx. 1,500 - 2,000 USD) depending on experience and qualifications.

Deadline: 15th November 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2dm6oOv 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Finance Manager – Juba, South Sudan

Our client, a holding company in South Sudan is looking to fill the position of a Finance Manager to be based in Juba, South Sudan. The role involves implementation of the holding company’s financial policies and providing adequate support in managing the financial function for the group. The ideal candidate MUST have above 10 years experience in financial management, accounting and reporting in a multicultural set up. He/She MUST be willing to relocate to Juba, South Sudan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all financial activities of the finance department including therein the subsidiaries and associates.
• Ensure that the MIS and any accounting database / records are maintained up to date and accurately with regard to transactions.
• Ensure proper documentation and storage of the group’s financial records.
• Maintain an up-to-date Fixed Assets / Investment Register and ensure that the assets are safeguarded.
• Safeguard the Company’s financial resources.
• Liaise with Government authorities regarding Costing, Taxes and other Government Dues.
• Ensure all Company’s properties are insured with an insurance company.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Finance Management and Accounting or relevant field.
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management, accounting and reporting.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• High integrity and a good understanding of financial reporting.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 400,000 (Approx. 4,000 USD) plus benefits

Deadline: 14th November 2016  
        
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cYosR7 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Accountant

 Our Client, a Real Estate Company based in Karen is looking to recruit an Accountant. The ideal candidate must be very good in QuickBooks.

                                                                                             

Key Responsibilities:

·         Post financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system.

·         Enter, update, and/or retrieve accounting data from automated systems.

·         Verify accounting journals and ledgers and other financial records.

·         Prepare and submit customer invoices.

·         Payroll preparation and statutory remittance.

·         Submit relevant withholding and VAT payments to Kenya Revenue Authority.

·         Code, post and receive payments.

·         Prepare and coordinate deposit activities.

·         Perform all necessary account, bank and other reconciliations.

·         Monitor customer accounts for non-payment and delayed payments.

·         Assist in month end reporting procedures.

·         Prepare and process employee expense reports.

·         Design, prepare, and maintain accounting and finance spreadsheets.

·         Clients accounts reconciliations for payments received.

·         Keep track of all insurance policies and licences, renewal dates and renew as required.

·         Prepare all financial accounts ready for Auditors.          

·         Review new procedures, manuals, and system enhancements.

·         Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

·         Minimum Five years’ work experience in Accounting or Finance

·         Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent

·         CPA(K)

·         Advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, i.e QuickBooks and spreadsheets

·         Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines, system and policy updates Collaborative nature

·         Ability and drive to work independently, solution oriented

·         Ability to determine work priorities, make decisions and take appropriate actions

·         Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work area

·         Ability to communicate effectively

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 80,000 (Approx. 800 USD)

Deadline: 20^th October 2016

         

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cGo1JF 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Facilities Management Technician

Our client, an industrial leader in providing Global Workplace Solutions serving customers in more than 150 countries is looking to recruit a Facilities Management Technician to be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST demonstrate a minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting management of a dynamic facility.  He/she will report directly to the Facilities Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure proactive management of the critical environment system & regulatory compliance framework.
• Check the plant room for any visual defect and ensure all equipment’s are well maintained.
• Ensure daily check of building management system.
• Manage maintenances contractors.
• Ensure implementation & prevention maintenance as per schedule.
• Support the FM on all day to day activities.
• Ensure 24/7 support to the data center.
• Prepare reports.
• Install electrical equipment’s.
• Ensure proper functionality & maintenance of UPS, HVAC, generator, air-conditioning equipment’s, chilliers & gas fire.

Qualification:

• Must have a technical degree / higher diploma in electrical engineering.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting facilities management.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience managing a team.
• Experience working in a data center would be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
• Must apply with a detailed C.V indicate employment history and notable achievements.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  85,000 -  95,000/= (Approx. 850 – 950 USD) depending on skills & experiences.

Deadline: 1st October 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2d4lho1

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Sales and Partnerships Development Manager

Our client, one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households, living without access to reliable energy is looking to fill the position of a Sales and Partnerships Development Manager for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading sales development and commercial partnerships development in the Country Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and improvement of standardized commercial partnership.
• Identify, initiate, and set-up commercial partnerships on the national and international level.
• performing a broad range of quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Kick-off the implementation of partnerships, handing over the implementation to Sales & Marketing.
• Monitor and review partnerships and make strategy adjustments as needed
• Support corporate sales and corporate marketing activities
• Identify, design and develop sales channel growth opportunities in collaboration with the Sales Managers
• Initiate and support improvement initiatives to make sales function more effective and efficient

Qualifications:

• Must have a Business degree with focus on Economics or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience , preferably in management consulting
• Strong communication and excellent business writing skills.
• Ability to prepare compelling presentations
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven critical thinking skills that demonstrate fact finding/analysis and sound decision making
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple tasks while working under tight deadlines
• Close attention to detail, accuracy and quality at all times
• Open to work in a flexible and creative work environment with fast-evolving operations
• Fluency in English, local language is a plus
• Experience with setting up partnerships and drafting innovative business models with a solid business.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 500,000 - 600,000/= (Approx. 5,000 - 6,000 USD) depending on skills and experience  
  
Deadline: 10th October 2016    
      
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cD38wE 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Insurance Sales Manager – Short Term

Our client, an Insurance Brokerage Company is looking to fill the position of a Insurance Sales Manager – Short Term for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST to have a good understanding of the short term insurance industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• With the assistance of the operations manager administer the brokerage network in the region.
• Participate in the recruitment, training and management of sales staff across the region.
• Responsible for building a team to achieve set targets
• Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business.
• Identify potential clients, and the decision makers within groups, sacco’s, companies and individuals.
• Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships.
• Continuously look for ways to develop new services, products, and distribution channels
• Identify opportunities for campaigns and distribution channels that will lead to increased sales.
• Will forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.

Qualification:

• Business degrees with focus on accounting or finance; business management, economics.
• Mush have a Certificate of Proficiency (COP) from the College of Insurance
• 5 years’ experience in the insurance industry with extensive knowledge of marketing issues.
• Good working knowledge of financial and insurance products.
• Sound knowledge of the Insurance products and services and IRA regulations;
• Highly networked and adapt at connecting with people
• Experience in sales and marketing is added advantage
• Good management ability with capacity to grow, support and develop talent within company.
• Demonstrable business acumen and excellent communication, social and presentation skills.
• Minimum Age – 25 years.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 /= (Approx. 1,000 USD) Plus generous bonus & commission structure

Deadline: 20th October 2016     
     
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cBopdc  

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Network Engineer

Our client, a specialist IT Service & Solution Provider that helps clients plan, build, support and manage their IT infrastructure is looking to recruit a Network Engineer. The successful candidate MUST demonstrate experience working in different client project with a natural passion for networking and data security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform site surveys.
• Conduct pre-installation sessions with customers to clarify the requirements and set an expectation before installation.
• Take full project responsibility from design, installation coordination and implementation.
• Stage equipment in the lab prior to any installation and ensure all equipment are updated and upgraded to the latest software version.
• Serve as the point of contact to all technical difficulties.
• Perform regular internal trainings to upgrade the staff’s knowledge and skill level.
• Research new products, stage and understand how they are operating in conjunctions with the existing systems.
• Keep the lab in full function order.
• Join the pre-sales managers to assist with presentation and technical back-up.
• Create network designs for customers.

Qualification:

• Must have an IT or Computer Science undergraduate qualification.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years designing, implement, document and support various IT security solution for customers.
• A CCNA Certification is mandatory.
• Must apply with a detailed C.V indicating the projects handled. 
• Must have an outgoing personality and comfortable working in a team.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Experience working with Radware, Motorola, GPON, IERU and ALLOT would be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: competitive remuneration depending on skills and qualification 

Deadline: 15th October 

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cwccXa

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Internal Auditor

Our client, a leading Regional Manufacturing Group is looking to recruit an Internal Auditor. The ideal candidate MUST have prior experience in a manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform independent audits within the company concentrating on high risk areas.
• To carry out periodical and concurrent audit reviews of processes, systems and procedures.
• Assess the systems laid down to ensure that they are compliant with statutory regulations.
• Assessing effectiveness and efficiencies of control procedures in place.
• Mitigate the business risks where necessary identify potential improvements.
• Identify problems and recommend remedial actions and best practices.
• Provide guidance on process improvements and formulate new systems and procedures.
• Issuing reports on findings of audits which highlight issues and potential impacts on business.
• Ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Carry out account and record reconciliations and other related records in operations and finance.
• Carry out impromptu physical cash verifications.
• Conducting regular physical stock verifications.
• Conducting any other audit assignments as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• A graduate in B.com Finance / Accounting.
• Must be CPA K.
• 4  Years’ experience in internal audit.
• Experience with working with Oracle.
• Sound commercial knowledge of related industry operations and processes.
• Good understanding of IFRS and superior analytical skills.
• Experience in preparing audit reports addressed to senior management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with relevant teams.
• Strong work ethics with a strong sense of integrity.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 /= (Approx. 2,000 USD)

Deadline: 30th September 2016
          
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cSpDDf 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Sales and Marketing Manager - Safari Company

Our client, a luxury Safari Company, is looking for a creative and passionate Sales and Marketing Manager for their office in Nairobi. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the total sales & marketing efforts of the Luxury Safari Camp.  He/She MUST have at least 8 years of experience in the luxury SAFARI industry. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare an efficient and effective sales & marketing strategy and yearly business plan.
• Direct, manage and coordinate the implantation of the sales & marketing strategy developed – for both the local and international markets.
• Directing, managing and coordinating the sales team for the camp.
• Manage inventory and yield management.
• Guide the team on issues concerning pricing, branding, and product enhancements.
• Recruit and provides appropriate support to sales employees.
• Customer relationship and responds to customer reviews and feedback in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide guidance in preparation of monthly reports.
• Coordinate the camp’s participation in local and international campaigns.
• Efficiently manages the sales budget.
• Strongly involved in business community and trade organizations.
• Manage relationship between the camp and account base, including embassy and government accounts.
• Achieve best rates for the camp through active negotiations with sales and marketing related suppliers.
• Lead the sales meetings, reporting on activities, market trends and business leads, etc.

Qualifications:

• 8 to 10 years of luxury hospitality experience, at least 5 of which have been managing sales personnel and leading sales and marketing activities.
• Formal University / College education, preference given to those with a sales & marketing related degree with a focus on the hospitality / travel & tourism space.
• Proven organizational and communication skills – Micros Fidelio literacy an asset.
• Understanding and prior experience of working in the African luxury safari market.
• Understanding of the local & international markets,
• Ability to prioritize, organize work assignments and follow up.
• Ability to execute a multitude of tasks on a timely basis.
• Ability to promote positive relationships with guests and staff.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision as well as cohesively in a team.
• Ability to be a clear thinker, analyze and resolve problems with good judgment.
• Outstanding writing and oral communication skills; ability to interface confidently with high profile customers and media.


Monthly gross salary:  Competitive salary depending on skills & experience.

Deadline: 21st September 2016   
       
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cKyXZD 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Sales and Marketing Executive

Our client, a Resort Hotel in Tiwi, is looking to recruit a young, smart, energetic and engaging Sales & Marketing Executive. The ideal candidate will be based in Nairobi but will be required to handle the Mombasa region as well. He/She should have an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit; be result oriented and is able to thrive on challenges. He/She will be actively involved in the sales of accommodation, conferencing facilities, F&B facilities, attending sales events, visiting clients and other services as requested.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build client relationships and ensure channel management & development.
• Develop market strategies.
• Assessment of contracts and projects.
• Sales planning, forecasting and competitive analysis.
• Exploring and understanding new market & customer intelligence.
• Prepare company contracts for the hotel in accordance with current business & pricing conditions.
• Identify product improvement/new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities
• Cooperate with other departments to create an exceptional guest experience & build strong.
• Maintains quality services by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Produce accurate & timely sales reports and reports on appointments, calls made and business leads.
• Visit existing customers and update them on products.
• Any other scope of duty assigned by the management team.
• Develop a comprehensive sales program.

Qualification:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in sales & marketing or equivalent.
• Must have at least 2-3 years experience, preferably in a busy hotel environment.
• Strong understanding of current online marketing practices.
• Proven track record of significantly growing new business accounts.
• Young and energetic with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Computer literate.
• Must be very  presentable.
• Passionate and results driven individual.
• Can do attitude with and positive outlook.
• A go getter.


Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 45,000 - 60,000/= (Approx. 450 - 600 USD) 

Deadline: 14th October 2016   
       
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2c7fOvk 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Accountant

Our client, one of East Africa’s Insurance Brokerages built upon a clear understanding of the fundamental need of Kenyans, from all walks of life, to have financial protection and investment opportunities is looking to fill the position of an Accountant for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST have advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, including Quick-books and Spread Sheets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Post financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system.
• Enter, update, and /or retrieve accounting data from automated systems.
• Verify accounting journals and ledgers and other financial records.
• Submit relevant withholding and VAT payments to Kenya Revenue Authority..
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment and delayed payments.
• Assist in month end reporting procedures.
• Prepare and process employee expense reports.
• Design, prepare, and maintain accounting and finance Spread Sheets.
• Review new procedures, manuals, and system enhancements and suggest revisions.

Qualification:

• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in accounting or finance department.
• Must have undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent.
• Must be a CPA (K).
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software tools, including Quick-books and Spread Sheets.
• Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines.
• Ability to conduct system and policy updates.
• Must have an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature.
• Ability and drive to work independently and solution oriented.
• Ability to determine work priorities, make decisions and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Preferred Age 28- 35 Years. 

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 - 150,000/= (Approx. 1,000 – 1,500 USD) depending on skills and experience  
  
Deadline: 10th October 2016     
     
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2cAuILZ

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Marketing Manager – Kigali, Rwanda

Our client, one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems with approximately 500 passionate employees, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households, living without access to reliable energy is looking to fill the position of a Marketing Manager for their offices based in Kigali, Rwanda. The successful candidate will drive the establishment of a strong national marketing strategy, plan and manage day-to-day activities of the growing operations in Rwanda and build up a strong marketing team to deliver results in line with company objectives. The successfully candidate MUST be a Rwandese citizen and legal able to work in Rwanda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-develop $ implement marketing strategy that builds strong brand $ accelerates customer acquisition.
• Maximize branding opportunities through media channels.
• Identify new ways of marketing the company to new and existing customers
• Building a motivated and highly skilled marketing team.
• Analysing market trends and competitors landscape.
• Translating the implications into marketing campaigns.

Qualification:

• Business degrees with focus on Marketing.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience professional B2C marketing experience.
• Possess sound knowledge of the renewable energy space.
• Experience with marketing to solar target market.
• Highly capable in reporting, forecasting marketing KPIs, budgeting processes and business development.
• Execution of day-to-day marketing performance.
• Ability to pursue a systematic, structured and reliable way of work.
• Highly creative, innovative and are able to develop engaging marketing campaigns.
• Possess a hands-on approach and pronounced social competencies for teamwork and people management.
• You are target driven and dynamic.
• The successfully candidate MUST be a Rwandese citizen and legal able to work in Rwanda.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,000 - 2,500 USD) + Benefits depending on skills and experience 
   
Deadline: 04th October 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/2c7ZkIj 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Sales Manager - Kigali, Rwanda

Our client, one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems with approximately 500 passionate employees, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households, living without access to reliable energy is looking to fill the position of a Sales Manager for their offices based in Kigali, Rwanda. The successful candidate will drive the establishment of a strong national sales strategy, plan and manage day-to-day activities of our growing operations in Rwanda and build up a strong sales team to deliver results in line with company objectives. The successfully candidate MUST be a Rwandese citizen and legal able to work in Rwanda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-develop sales strategy & sales targets in line with operation policies & processes regarding S&M.
• Maximize sales through existing channels.
• Identify new channels to develop and implement the sales and service structure in the region.
• Preparing a forecast and monitoring the performance.
• Providing weekly/monthly reports to ensure the achievement of sales targets.
• Building a motivated and highly skilled sales team and ensuring budget planning and compliance.
• Analysing market trends and competitors landscape to ensure successful & innovative sales development.

Qualifications:

• Business degrees with focus on Sales Management.
• At least 3 years of professional B2C sales experience in a rapidly growing industry.
• Possess sound knowledge and experience in sales reporting and forecasting.
• Possess sound knowledge and experience in budgeting processes, business development.
• Execution of day-to-day sales performance.
• Ability to pursue a systematic, structured and reliable way of work.
• Highly creative, innovative and are able to develop engaging marketing campaigns.
• Possess a hands-on approach and pronounced social competencies for teamwork and people management.
• You are target driven and dynamic.
• The successfully candidate MUST be a Rwandese citizen and legal able to work in Rwanda.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,000 - 2,500 USD) + Benefits depending on skills and experience   

Deadline: 04th October 2016

Applications: 

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cdvb9i 

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment &     Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Sales Executives – Automotive

Our client, a global Automotive Distributor is seeking to hire Sales Executive. The successful candidates MUST have relevant experience in building business, maintaining and managing client relationships in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish contact and developing relationships with prospects
• Prospect for new business and manage customer follow-up system.
• Responsible for the corporate market and assist sales team in its expansion.
• Update management on potential threats in the market and ways to prevent them.
• Participate in all marketing events, trainings and other events organized by the company.
• Promote good team working relationship, influence and empower sales.
• Maintains relationships with clients by providing support and guidance
• Identify product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends.
• Ensure proper delivery of sold units and ensure collection of funds on sales.
• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.

Qualifications:

• Must have 2 years working experience in automotive industry.
• Must have a Degree in Sales and Marketing or related field.
• Proven track record of significantly growing new business accounts.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Good written and spoken English.

Monthly Gross Salary:  Generous salary structure + commission depending on skills and experience.

Deadline:  30th September 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cdv25Q 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Senior Sales Executives - Automotive

Our client, a global Automotive Distributor is seeking to hire Senior Sales Executives. The successful candidates MUST have relevant experience in building business, maintaining and managing client relationships in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Move a consolidated volume of 80 units in 12 months.

• Establish contact and developing relationships with prospects

• Prospect for new business and manage customer follow-up system. 

• Responsible for the corporate market and assist sales team in its expansion. 

• Update management on potential threats in the market and ways to prevent them. 

• Participate in all marketing events, trainings and other events organized by the company. 

• Promote good team working relationship, influence and empower sales.

• Maintains relationships with clients by providing support and guidance

• Identify product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends.

• Ensure proper delivery of sold units and ensure collection of funds on sales.

• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.

• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.

Qualifications:

• Must have 5 years working experience in automotive industry.

• Must have a Degree in Sales and Marketing or related field. 

• Proven track record of significantly growing new business accounts. 

• Computer literate.

• Ability to work under minimum supervision.

• Good written and spoken English. 

Monthly gross salary: 95,000 – 120,000 (Approx. 950 - 1,200 USD) plus commissions

Deadline:  30th October 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2cdu1KN 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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