Personal Assistant - Safari Company

Our client, a high-end safari company based in Naivasha is looking for a PA. The successful candidate will be based in Nairobi and work from home but will be required to travel every 2 days of the week to Naivasha. He /She must have internet connection at home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create safari proposals.
• Costing, bookkeeping and reconciliation of the company’s expenditure.
• Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments.
• Dealing with incoming email and post on behalf of the manager.
• Making travel arrangements.
• Organizing and ensuring the director is well prepared for meetings.

Qualifications/skills:

• He/she must have previous experience in a luxury safari company.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Impeccable English both written and spoken.
• Computer literate with strong PowerPoint knowledge.
• Good communication skills.
• Proactive, flexible, client oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Knowledge and experience in photography is an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 80,000 - 100,000/= (Approx. 842 - 1,052 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 16th July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1KfCINV

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

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Operations Manager – Manufacturing

 Our client, a Global Leader in manufacturing of labeling and packaging materials and solutions is looking for Operations Manager. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Set objectives, provide direction and support his team to deliver world class performance.
• Analyse and draw information for strategic change and develop an operating strategy.
• Ensure good manufacturing practices are in place.
• Practice all environment, health and safety procedures and make safety a top priority.
• Lead the safe operation and comply with legal, legislate and corporate safety requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize cost and productivity improvements.
• Understand and implement ISO procedures that relate to the role and responsibility.
• Translate market trends and customer needs into actionable goals that create competitive advantage
• Develop, analyse and manage operational expenses.
• Work with cross functional teams such as supply chain, finance, sales and marketing and quality.
• Work with HR to build a positive employee relations and industrial relations culture.
• Train, coach and provide development opportunities for staff.

Qualification:

• Must have Bachelor in Engineering / Production / Management.
• Must have 5 years experience in the manufacturing or logistics / distribution environment.
• Must have 3 years in managerial/leadership position.
• Must have experience working in a multinational company.
• Good knowledge of SAP / MFGpro or similar software.
• Analytical, problem identification and problem solving skills.
• Gujarati / Punjabi speaking candidates preferred.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 150,000 - 200,000/= (Approx. 1,578 - 2,105 USD) depending on experience 

Deadline: 20th July 2015 

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1Khoe1O 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. Only candidates stating current salary will be considered. 

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Business Development Managers – BTL (3 Positions)

Our client, a leading BTL Marketing Agency is looking for Business Development Managers to generate revenues for the business, develop and maintain relationship between the company and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Spear-head sales for the business unit.
• Lead in acquisition/pitching for new business and clientele.
• Manage client relations end to end.
• Develop and implement clients marketing campaigns.
• Client brief interpretation.
• Supervise project executions.
• Carrying out market research to understanding existing and emerging trends.
• Work along the directors for creating overall marketing strategies.
• Write business proposals to help close new business.

Qualification:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related discipline.
• Must have 5 years’ in a similar within BTL advertising.
• Strong analytical and computer skills .
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, interpersonal.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment to determine issue and resolution.

Monthly gross salary: 150,000/= (Approx. 1,578 USD)

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications: 

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1J9HEm2 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. Only candidates stating current salary will be considered. 

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Front Office Manager - 5 star Hotel in Nairobi

Our client, an International Hotel Chain in Nairobi, is looking for a Front Office Manager. The successful candidate will coordinate and oversee the whole Front Office and provide the best service for the hotel guests with an objective to increase the profitability of the hotel. He/she MUST have 5 star experience. International experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the following departments: Rooms & Guest Services, Reservation, Communication center and Business center.
• Maximize occupancy and average rate at all time.
• Closely coordinate room availability with the Director of Sales&Marketing.
• Maintain a good relationship with travel agents and tour operators.
• Handle guest complaints professionally.
• Participate in yearly forecasting and budgeting with senior management.
• Observe and analyzes competitive hotels.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Support and determine training programs and prepares an annual training plans.
• Works with Training Manager to have an active ongoing training plan in progress.
• Assist in recruiting and selecting staff.
• Conduct daily briefing and de-briefing to heads of concerned sections.
• Complete the profit and capital expenditure budget effectively and timely.
• Interact with clients, guests, government officials, supplies and other important clients.

Qualifications/skills:

• Minimum education of Bachelor degree in Hotel Management or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years in Front Office experience in a similar capacity preferably in a 5 star class environment.
• Knowledgeable in Front Office Operation.
• Have excellent English communication skills both in written and spoken.
• Posses professional disposition with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 /= (Approx. 2,105 USD) Plus Medical Cover

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1HkEAnP  

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Chief Finance Officer - Arusha, Tanzania

Our client is engaged in processing of diverse range agricultural products. They seek to recruit a Chief Financial Officer to define strategy and policies to increase revenue and capacity while employing best practices in all its operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the finance policies of the company.
• Advise on the most prudent mechanisms for fiduciary management.
• Ensure there are proper financial and accounting controls.
• Advise Directors and the Board on financial implications of business projects.
• Provide input in business planning and product costing.
• Actively manage cash flow, projections and forecasting.
• Analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate manner.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets.
• Primary interface for all banking, treasury and board-level presentations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualification:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field preferably augmented with an MBA.
• Must have CPA (K) ACCA preferred.
• Must have strong stakeholder management and relationship skills.
• Must have strong financial management and profit maximization skills.
• Strong operational experience in manufacturing and processing entities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial compliance and governance requirements.
• Must have a min of 10 years’ experience in a commercial environment.
• Must be experienced in dealing with cost management and optimization.
• Must have an understanding of private equity fund investor issues.
• Must have strong treasury and cash management background.

Monthly gross salary: competitive remuneration depending on experience

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications: 

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1e7KBJ7 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen
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Junior Sales Executive

Our client, a well-established Construction Company offering security solutions is looking to fill the position of a Sales Executive. The successful candidate must have at least 3 years experience in selling construction or building materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source for new clients.
• Cold and warm calling.
• Call suppliers to purchase material for resale.
• Manage in house sales.
• Travel across the country to source for new clients.

Qualification:

• Must have at least three years background in sales.
• Must have knowledge of the construction & security industry.
• Must be knowledgeable on tender processes.
• Must have good telephone etiquette.
• Must have working knowledge of Pastel.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 30,000/= 

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications: 

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1e5irOU 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen
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Senior Architects – 2 positions

Senior Architects required with a minimum of 10 years experience for positions in Kenya & Uganda. The candidates must have international experience from Europe, America or other countries. They will be responsible for supervising a team of architects so management experience is essential. The company are willing to employ an expatriate who wants to gain architect experience in East Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver projects from development through to practical completion.
• Competent design skills, technical skills, supervision and programming of jobs are essential.
• Good working knowledge of contract conditions and administration.
• Ability to co-ordinate and share consultants’ information.
• Office administration responsibilities at the discretion of the Directors.
• Identification of clients and new work.
• Fully conversant with Council building legislation and building bye-laws in general.
• To ensure CISFB numbering-coding is properly implemented.
• Fully conversant with ArchiCad and AutoCAD drawing office procedure.

Qualifications/skills:

• Bachelors Degree in Architecture.
• Registration with the Architects Registration Board.
• BIM conversant.
• Minimum 10 years post graduation experience.
• Knowledge of building bye-laws and business world
• Tropical world architectural knowledge.


Monthly gross salary: Ksh.400,000 – 500,000 (Approx.4,000 – 5,000 USD) plus benefits

Deadline: 15th  July 2015

Applications: 

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1QRiNdU 

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Legal Manager

Our client, a well established mid -sized Company based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit Legal Manager. The successful candidate MUST have a minimum of 7 years experience in corporate, preferably banking or in a law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of resources in the Legal department.
• Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management especially on contract management.
• Progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with external advocates.
• Follow up with respective banks/parties for settlement of claims.
• Run the affairs of the company secretarial arm of the company.

Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Law.
• Must be an advocate of the High Court.
• Must be a certified public secretary.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 350,000 (Approx. 3684 USD) depending on experience & qualification

Deadline: 31st July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1TNebUZ  

 Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.
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Advocates – 2 Positions

A busy medium sized Nairobi firm is seeking to recruit two suitably qualified Advocates with 2 – 4 years’ experience in conveyance / commercial / securities. The successful candidate MUST have a valid Practicing Certificate for 2015.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting legal documentation such as agreements, contracts, memoranda of understanding and confidentiality agreements.


Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Law.
• Must be an advocate of the High Court.
• A diploma in law from the Kenya school of Law.
• Must be a certified public secretary

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 100,000/= (Approx. 1,052 USD) depending on experience & qualification

Deadline: 31st  July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1KcIktR
  
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.
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Domestic Chef

Our client, a Household Family is looking for a Chef to manage the kitchen and Housekeeping.The successful candidate MUST have professional culinary experience and must be willing to work in a residential set up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare a menu and grocery list.
• Ability to read a recipe.
• Knowledge on preparation of a variety of dishes, including snacks and puddings.
• Table setting.
• Prepare dinner parties.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Ensure all equipment is well cleaned and stored.
• Ensure proper housekeeping standards.

Qualification:

• Must have at least 5 years professional culinary experience.
• Must be at least 35 years plus.
• Must have a good understanding of menu compilation and international cuisine.
• Good with children.
• Excellent time management, hosting, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent hygiene principles and attention to details.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 40,000 /= 

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1eHhP2V 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Sales and Marketing Officer - Horticulture

A well-established Manufacturing Company in Nairobi is looking for a Sales and Marketing officer. He /she will be incharge of carrying out market research on new trends and competition as well as identifying and visiting new clients and prospects to introduce the company's new products.

Key responsibilities:

• Make regular visits to already existing customers and introduce new products and get feedback.
• Issue quotations to customers.
• Assist the Manager in ensuring customers orders are delivered on time.
• Preparing and maintaining proper records of all his / her activities.
• Advise the Manager on pricing of products.
• Producing periodic reports based on his / her activities and findings that could assist in decision making.
• Maintenance of all products samples collected from the stores.
• Making proposals on improvements and changes needed to improve the business.
• Attending to customer complaints.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a horticulture/agriculture course.
• At least 1 years’ experience in a horticulture sales and marketing field or general trading.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent team working and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer packages.
• Able to handle and resolve multiple concurrent demands and adaptable.
• Provide effective solutions to business needs.
• Self-driven, goals oriented and results oriented individual.
• A stickler to work ethics and holds a valid driving licence.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 50,000 - 55,000/= (Approx. 526 - 578 USD)depending on experience 

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1J4zk7c

 Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Marketing Manager - Safari Company

Our client, a luxury Safari Company, is looking for a Marketing Manager for their office in Nairobi. The successful candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in the luxury safari industry with experience not only in Marketing, but also in Reservations. Must be creative, outgoing and with excellent communication skills.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the reservations department
• Set up and implement marketing strategy.
• Plan and organize all trade shows.
• Set up and implement marketing system.
• Implement and update the social media and website strategy.
• Lead weekly Nairobi office coordination meetings.
• Develop and maintain all marketing materials.
• Agree with directors on PR and market representation services overseas.
• Prepare for at least two marketing trips per year.
• Quarterly promotion via an e-newsletter to all wholesale agents, clients & relevant media contacts.
• Maintain and supervise agent, ground handler, media and client databases.
• Ensure representation and membership in relevant industry bodies such as ATTA, KATO, KTF, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must have a marketing related degree or higher education qualification.
• At least 5 years of international experience in a marketing role in the luxury safari industry.
• Must be computer literate – Microsoft office & Adobe.
• Must have a passion for safari, upmarket travel & wildlife
• Excellent communication & organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral English
• Admin & numeracy skills.
• Creative.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000 /= (Approx. 2,631 USD)

Deadline: 10th July 2015

Applications:

Send your up to date CV to: http://bit.ly/1dZmpIO
  
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Assistant Retail Branch Manager

Our client a well-established Retail Chain Company is looking to fill the position of an Assistant Branch Manager. The successful candidate must have experience working in Senior Management for Retail Company. He / she MUST have strong business development skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and manage business development.
• Build relationship with customers.
• Ensure the customer receives products on time and accurately as per request.
• Efficient manage labour, vehicle fleet, machinery and equipment in order to optimise use.
• Efficiently manage assigned product category by insuring products are correctly ordered, displaced, priced and sold so as to optimise sales and maintain levels of stock.
• Ensured the project is completed as per agreed timelines in a cost effective manner so as to meet or exceed client’s requirements.
• Maintain a daily schedule for each vehicle based on the route allocated for delivery using the picking list.
• Coordinate with the Internal Audit Department to ensure that all stock variance are investigated.

Qualification:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years in senior management.
• Must have relevant experience in retail management.
• Must be willing to work in a high pressure environment.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in business.
• Must have strong business management skills.
• Candidates with Ceramic experience will have an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  180,000 - 150,000/= (Approx. 1,578 - 1,894 USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 1st July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1THVbHl

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Retail Branch Manager

Our client a well-established Retail Chain Company is looking to fill the position of a Branch Manager. The successful candidate must have experience working in Senior Management for Retail Company. He / she MUST have strong business development skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and manage business development.
• Build relationship with customers.
• Ensure the customer receives products on time and accurately as per request.
• Efficient manage labor, vehicle fleet, machinery and equipment in order to optimise use.
• Efficiently manage assigned product category by insuring products are correctly ordered, displaced, priced and sold so as to optimize sales and maintain levels of stock.
• Ensured the project is completed as per agreed timelines in a cost effective manner so as to meet or exceed client’s requirements.
• Maintain a daily schedule for each vehicle based on the route allocated for delivery using the picking list.
• Coordinate with the Internal Audit Department to ensure that all stock variance are investigated.

Qualification:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years in senior management.
• Must have relevant experience in retail management.
• Must be willing to work in a high pressure environment.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in business.
• Must have strong business management skills.
• Candidates with Ceramic experience will have an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,105 - 2,777 USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 1st July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1CocLoY

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Assistant Executive Housekeepe

Our client, a prestigious International Luxury Hotel Company, in Nairobi is looking for an Assistant Executive Housekeeper. The successful candidate will be in charge of supervising and controlling the Housekeeping Department, Laundry Department, and Flower Arrangement Section and control the servicing of all bedrooms, restaurants, and function and public areas of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate the housekeeping department and all other areas of responsibility in the absence of the Executive Housekeeper.
• Work closely with and maintain a high degree of excellence for the service department.
• Responsible for the standards of all guest rooms, suites, corridors, back-of-the-house storage and linen rooms.
• Ensure front-of-the-house public area standards are excellent at all times.
• Ensure all supervisors continually inspect assigned areas.
• Ensure effective and complete training is in use and all associates are well trained.
• Ensure proper key controls are in effect.
• Take accurate linen inventories per SOP.
• Take accurate guest supply inventory every period.
• Audit and approve schedules, wage projections, wage recaps and payroll.
• Review out-of-order rooms daily.
• Provide up-to-date job descriptions for all supervisors and associates.
• Give immediate response to all guest problems and correspondence.
• Ensure lost & found articles are stored properly and logs are maintained.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor degree in Hotel Management or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 2-3 years in supervisory housekeeping role in a similar capacity.
• Experience in a 5 star class environment.
• Knowledgeable in housekeeping operation and cleaning methods.
• Have excellent English communication skills both in written and spoken.
• Must be Ppresentable.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 60,000 -  70,000/= (Approx. 631 - 736 USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 5th July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1MZql84  

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Senior Horticulturalist – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

 Our client, a leading Agricultural Company dealing with high quality organic and conventional produce is looking for a Senior Horticulturist to plan and execute farm management activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial organic fruits, vegetables and spice farming.
• In charge of pest scouting, disease identification and remedial measures.
• Compilation of package of practices and cost of cultivation.
• Protected agriculture – green house or tunnel house.
• Handling and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Selection and application of alternate origin fertilizers.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor degree in horticulture or related discipline.
• Must have 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in handling and maintenance of large scale irrigation systems.
• Good exposure in organic farming and must have implemented ICS.
• Understand US NOP / EU / JAS / Demeter standards.
• Must have Global GAP experience .

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 133,000 – 142,500 ( Approx. 1,400 – 1,500 USD ) depending on experience and qualification 

Deadline: 3rd July 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1H13UAX 


Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen
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Senior Brand Manager

Our client, a Multinational FMCG company, is looking for a Senior Brand Manager, for their offices in Nairobi. The successful candidate will manage and control the consistent profitable growth of a particular portfolio, guiding the category long term strategy and ensure yearly plans are developed, implemented and achieved both in Kenya and Export countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop communication objectives and advertising ideas.
• Develop Brand Mix Plans.
• Generate the demand (pull) while the sales function satisfies the supply (push).
• Allocate budget by category and by market.
• Develop campaigns to enhance brand equity.
• Defend brand margins by managing Cost of goods.
• Development of sound pricing structures and optimise category financials.
• Analyse historical brand sales data and trend sales & build a forecast based on this data.
• Innovate for the future.
• Assist with the management of 3rd party agencies and external customers.

Qualifications:

• A university degree in business administration or similar, MBA is an advantage.
• At least 3years of experience in an FMCG environment and brand management.
• Experience in brand management.
• In depth understanding of business processes and principles.
• Understanding of Sales & Marketing fundamentals.
• Understanding of Marketing trends and anticipate them.
• Project management skills.
• Basic financial skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000 - 300,000/= (Approx. 2,630 - 3,158 USD) Plus Medical Coverage and Car Allowance

Deadline: 5th July 2015

Send your updated CV and cover letter to: http://bit.ly/1G64tDN 

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Agronomist

New Mining - Agriculture Company to Kenya are looking for an experienced Agronomist. Must have at least a BSC in Agronomy and East Africa agricultural experience. Technical promotion of calcium carbonate and trading products are essential parts of the job. Plus experience in crop trials for East Africa customers is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate and monitor crop trials for customers.
• Identify and propose customers for crop trials.
• Expert on this companies agricultural product range.
• Support distributors with technical problems.
• Identify current and future agricultural trends.

Qualifications/skills:

• MSC or BSC in Agronomy.
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Agriculture knowledge in Kenya.
• Good communication skills English, French & Swahili a plus.
• Disciplined self starter.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.340,000 – 440,000 (Approx.3,500 – 4,500 USD) plus benefits – Depending on experience and qualification

Deadline: 30th  June 2015

Applications: http://bit.ly/1dKj7cc

To apply, please follow the link:

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Business Development Manager

New Mining - Agriculture Company to Kenya are looking for a real self starter Business Development Manager. They must have Multi-national experience having worked overseas plus previous experience in business development. The successful candidate will represent this company in East Africa and help develop entry strategy with initial focus on Agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop & execute entry strategy to Kenya.
• Owner of marketing and business plan.
• Develop solid networks with business leaders, trade bodies, NGO’s.
• Grow sales and build relationships with distributors.
• Commercial contact and key accounts.

Qualifications/skills:

• University degree in Science / Engineering.
• Lived & worked abroad for multinational company.
• Agriculture – building knowledge in Kenya.
• Good communication skills English, French & Swahili a plus
• Previous experience in business development and sales.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 585,000 – 682,000 (Approx.6000 – 7000 USD) plus benefits – Depending on experience and qualification

Deadline: 30th  June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1JTIRRw 

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Retail Sales Executive

Our client a dynamic Retail Chain is looking to fill the position of a Retail Sales Executive. The successful candidate MUST be very articulate and have good customer  service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional customer care to walk in clients in the showrooms.
• Aide in selection, documentation and organize for deliveries if necessary and after sale service.
• Assist clients by advising on interior designing and promoting all the various products.
• Assist clients in the decision making process as well as the documentation.
• Act as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets.
• Contact clients by phone to negotiate terms of an agreement and conclude sales.
• Review own sales performance and strategize on how to make proper and effective improvements.
• Gain a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements.
• Participate in the ordering process both new and reordering process.
• Undertake any such responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the management.

Qualification:

• Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business.
• At least 3 to 5 years experience in a similar position.
• Able to handle customer enquiries and needs independently.
• Be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Proven track record in sales and/or marketing.
• Ability to convince a customer and good in closing deals.
• Retail experiences an advantage.
• Must be well presentable.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 60,000 - 80,000/= (Approx. 600 - 888 USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 20th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1IXPzFV  
 
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Bookkeeper – Masaai Mara, Kenya

Our client, a Small Lodge in the Masaai Mara, is looking to recruit a Book keeper. He/she must have experience in tourism and accounting. The successful candidate   MUST be willing to relocate to Masaai Mara.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Ongoing maintenance of accounting records.
• Book keeping.
• Preparation & submission of returns.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Liaising with clients to build and maintain good working relationships.
• Reservations.

Qualifications:

• Solid Bookkeeping experience.
• CPA qualified (Ideal).
• Experience in tourism industry.
• IT competent.
• Experience with variety of computerised systems.
• Strong Analytical Skills
• High ethical standards
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to prioritise

Monthly Salary: 30,000 gross

Applications: 30th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link : http://bit.ly/1dG0d6j 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Regional Head of Sales – Abuja, Nigeria

Our client is a leading Chinese Company providing cash processing solutions such as ATM’s, Fare collection systems, Currency Exchange Machines and Teller Assist Units. They seek to offer an exciting career opportunity to a dynamic Regional Head of Sales, selling ATM solutions to banks. The successful candidate MUST have experience of selling products to banks and a proven track record in successful sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales and business development of the Nigerian market.
• Coordinate and monitor local partners and provide pre sale support.
• Manage key accounts.
• Report writing.
• Responsible for project coordination and communication
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have an MBA degree in a relevant field preferred.
• 5 + years experience in sales and marketing of ATM’s or banking solutions.
• Must have good knowledge of Western Africa Region.
• Must be entrepreneurial.
• Good knowledge of advertising and sales promotion.
• Must have excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Must have good command of English.
• Must have a Driver License.
• Willing to travel frequently.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 570,000 /= (Approx. 6,000 USD)

Deadline: 25th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1GGOlMX 
  
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Nigerian National Technical Engineer – Lagos, Nigeria

Our client is a leading Chinese Company providing cash processing solutions such as ATM’s, fare collection systems, currency exchange machine and teller assist units. They seek to offer an exciting career opportunity to a dynamic Nigerian Technical Engineer. The successful candidate MUST have technical experience of handling cash processing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to partner or end user to solve ATM technical problems.
• Provide on-site support in different cities.
• Manage & process customer complaints and /or new requirement processes.
• Prepare service reports to the customer and prepare technical analysis.
• Collect data and submit bi-weekly report to headquarters.
• Assist in management and preparation of technical tender documents.
• Manage local projects such as pilot-test, technical upgrades and others.
• Prepare and help out in technical documentation such as the spare-part lists.

Qualifications:

• Must have 2 years working experience in technical support or customer service.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Electronics Engineering.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Ability to speak Mandarin and write Chinese will be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 360,000 /= (Approx. 4,000 USD)depending on experience

Deadline:  30th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1IXsNhe 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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Senior Management Consultant

Our client, a dynamic Consulting Company that helps organizations incorporate systems and processes that makes it possible for them to keep an eye on overall performance is looking for a Senior Management Consultant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of advisory solutions.
• Provide objective advice and expert toolkit of skills to solve client challenges.
• Develop a total view of the client’s organization and its strategic objectives.
• Serve as the conduit between the clients and the business advisory team.
• Identify potential solutions using a variety of business analysis.
• Undertake research, analyzes and interprets data and statistics.
• Identify and assesses the pros and cons and provide cost/benefit analysis.
• Present material to clients through a variety of modes of communication.
• Evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile variances and decomposes information.
• Assist in identifying data quality problems and in determining solution.
• Collaborate with users to analyze, validate and design the logical data model.
• Support and challenge business advisors on their assumptions of business planning and project delivery.

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 6 - 8 years of experience in business or management consulting with excellent international exposure.
• An MBA or postgraduate degree in a field of international business, strategy or finance is an added advantage.
• At least 6 to 8 years of experience in business or management consulting.
• Sound technical and business knowledge and understanding.
• Project delivery, project management and project risk management.
• Excellent financial, business understanding / acumen and numerical skills.
• Change management skills.
• Ownership, management and delivery of solutions to clients.
• Ability to coach, mentor, train and transfer skills to others.
• Adherence to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal, client engagement and delivery skills.
• Strong problem solving, creative and analytical thinking.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Innovative and results-oriented attitude.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Advanced to excellent computer  skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 150,000 /= (Approx. 1,666 USD) Plus commissions

Deadline:  15th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1ArAHfW

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Sales Coordinator

Our client, an Organic Food Manufacturer based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Sales Coordinator. The preferred candidate MUST have prior experience working with organic foods sales and marketing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to meet company’s sales target.
• Managing and training the sales and merchandizing team
• Stock management.
• Visiting all regions quarterly.
• Client relationship management.
• Recruiting and managing distributors.
• Market share maintenance and increase.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports to the directors.
• Perform any other duty as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a degree/diploma in business management or related field.
• Must have 3 years experience in a senior sales position.
• Experience in FMCG will be an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Assertive, proactive and detail oriented.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Computer literate.
• Possess a valid driving license.
• Knowledge of organic foods will be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 90,000 ( Approx. 1,000 USD)

Deadline: 8th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1FBdlmV

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Senior Accountant

Our Client, a dynamic Steel Company based in Nairobi and is seeking to recruit a Senior Accountant. The successful candidate MUST have prior experience in manufacturing (preferably a Steel Rolling Mill).

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly management accounts.
• Prepare statutory returns.
• Prepare payroll.
• Prepare product costing, departmental accounts.
• Import costing preparation.
• Debtor/Creditor reconciliation preparation.

Qualifications:

• Must have degree (Accounting/Finance Option).
• Must be a qualified ACCA, CPA (K) finalist.
• Must have at least 3 years in Senior Level.
• Must have a minimum of 10 years experience.
• Must be over 35 years old.
• Proficient in MS-Excel, ERP system, MS Dynamics and financial software.
• Must have a driving license.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Should speak either Hindi/Punjabi/Gujarati.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 250,000 /= (Approx. 2’777 USD)

Deadline: 3rd June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1AqnzY6

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.
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Credit Controller

Our Client, a dynamic Steel Company based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Credit Controller. The successful candidate MUST have prior experience in manufacturing (preferably a Steel Rolling Mill).

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare debtor reconciliations.
• Prepare credit notes for goods returned.
• Resolve account disputes with clients.
• Follow-up on overdue payments.
• Prepare interest schedules for late payments.
• Monitor accounts to be closed.
• Timely completion of work.

Qualifications:

• Must have Degree (Accounting/Finance Option).
• Must be a qualified ACCA, CPA (K) finalist.
• Must have at least 3 years in Senior Level.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Must be over 30 years old.
• Proficient in MS-Excel, ERP system, MS Dynamics and financial software
• Must have a driving license.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Should speak either Hindi/Punjabi/Gujarati.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 200,000 

Deadline: 3rd June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1HIrL5j

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Financial Controller

Our Client, dynamic Steel Company based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Financial Controller. The successful candidate MUST have prior accounting and finance experience in manufacturing (preferably a Steel Rolling Mill).

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly management accounts.
• Check and file statutory returns.
• Oversee payroll for factory and admin staff.
• Cost Accounting.
• Timely management reports, variance analysis preparation.
• Sit in the monthly finance committee meetings.
• Presentation of accounts to board of directors.
• Work with auditors for annual and taxation audit.
• Team management.

Qualifications:

• Must have an MBA/ Degree (Accounting/Finance Option).
• Must be a qualified ACCA, CPA (K) finalist.
• Must have at least 5 years in Senior Level.
• Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience.
• Must be 35 years old plus.
• Proficient in MS-Excel, ERP system, MS Dynamics and financial software.
• Must have a driving license.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Should speak either Hindi/Punjabi/Gujarati.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 400,000 ( Approx. 4,444 USD )

Deadline: 3rd June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1c7hdRS

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Shift Supervisor Foreman

A well-established Manufacturing Company in Nairobi is looking for a Shift Foreman. The job holder will be in charge of the entire production department to ensure efficient delivery of work.

Key responsibilities:

• Determine staff requirement per shift.
• Planning and assigning workloads.
• Train and assess staff.
• Keep up to date with moulds, machines and other equipment parts and repairs.
• Liaise with the maintenance department for equipment that is needed for mould changes.
• Ensure that all machines are well stocked for raw and packing materials required for the whole shift.
• Play an active role in implementing and encouraging good manufacturing practices. (GMP)
• Get involved in and implement kaizen, ISO training and project implementation.
• Re-organise, clean and maintain production areas.
• Attend to any unplanned breakdown.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a diploma or its equivalent in an Engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of working experience.
• Strong leadership skills and urgency towards achieving production targets.
• Ability to maintain self discipline.
• Knowledge in workplace health and safety, legislation policies and management systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Accurate analytical thinking, result oriented and a good team player.
• Computer literate.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 35,000/= 

Deadline: 10th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1KqARal

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

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Sales & Marketing Manager - Arusha, Tanzania

Our client, an International FMCG company in Arusha is looking for a Sales & Marketing Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing a new system for effective and efficient distribution, merchandising and other related marketing activities aimed at maximizing company sales and revenue.

Key  Responsibilities:

• To create a comprehensive data base of all their customers, both current and potential.
• Set up a system of a weekly sales forecast that may be used by the factory for production and stock holding purposes.
• To recommend, initiate and participate in product development and to carry out marketing survey thereof.
• To ensure that the company products in various sales outlets are properly rotated to ensure maximum shelf life, by use of properly trained merchandisers.
• To develop suitable products and distribution systems for the mass market in order to achieve faster volume and revenue growth for the company.
• To ensure that all debts are collected within the agreed credit terms/limit.
• To file periodical reports on all relevant issues relating to sales and marketing activities.
• To initiate plans for export of company’s products into East African region, including and particularly the D. R. Congo.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelors degree in Sales & Marketing or relevant.
• Must have 5 years of proven track record in generating sales and converting deals.
• Outstanding presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to understand the macro parameters and at the same time to pay attention to the details.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Very good negotiation skills.
• Must have FMCG experience.
• Tanzanian citizenship or valid work permit in Tanzania is an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary:  Ksh. 120,000 /= (Approx. 1,333 USD) plus company house &  transport

Deadline: 5th June 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1F7DmIa 

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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