Office Receptionist Job Vacancy

We are one of the largest and fastest growing companies dealing in motor vehicle parts with an existing countrywide network of 12 points of sale.

We represent world class brands and use state-of-the-art equipment to deliver to our clients fast, efficient and truly superior service with an identifiable difference.
Position: Receptionist

Reports To: Directors

Purpose: This position is responsible for answering phones, receiving visitors, handling incoming and providing secretarial, clerical and administrative support to the Heads of Departments and the Directors.

Position Description and Responsibilities: 

• Attend to all incoming calls and also make outgoing calls to the company stakeholders on behalf of the other departmental employees
• Respond to general queries on phone from clients and dealers
• Receive visitors and direct them to the relevant office
• Plan and coordinate arrangements for board meetings and conferences
• Coordinate and facilitate the Directors’ calendar to arrange meetings, appointments, and conferences
• Take and transcribe dictation on confidential and technical matters from the Directors
• Facilitate purchasing of air tickets, initiate the visa application process where required, ensure all other necessary travel documents for the trip are in order
• Register all incoming and outgoing and mails, distribute the mails to relevant persons, facilitate payment of any utility bills
• Delegate duties and supervise the messenger, driver and cleaners
• with written, telephone, and email communications for the department
• Performs all essential functions of the position and other related duties as assigned

Skills and Requirements: 

• Must have excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks.
• Must be very pleasant with a warm and pleasant personality.
• Must be highly organized.
• Must be enthusiastic, vibrant and energetic.
• Must have knowledge of office record keeping practices and methods.
• Can perform with minimal supervision.

Education and Qualifications:

• Diploma in Office Management/Business Administration
• Three years minimum working experience in a similar role in a busy environment
• Proficient in MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Formal secretarial training will be an added advantage
• Previous experience working with Executive level management will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae (including salary history) to: hr@auxpke.com not to reach us later than Wednesday, December 14th, 2011.

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Brand Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya - (KShs 80K)

Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting for a Brand Manager for one of its clients in the Agro based FMCG industry.

The purpose of the Brand Manager is to formulate and implement appropriate branding strategies for a sustainable brand growth and competitiveness.

Principal Accountabilities

• Develop and implement brand strategy and plan with focus on growing the brand.
  
  
• Manage the New Product Development process inline with market trends.
• Actively participate in Margin Improvement Initiatives.
• Monitor, Control & Report Category Performance through regular updates on brand indicators such as on a regular basis.
• Establish a sustained market presence of the brand by nurturing a strong and consistent foothold in the consumer’s consciousness
• Support the sales force with marketing programs that are realistic, implement able and rewarding
• Provide marketing performance reports of the brand to higher management
• Coordinate with Sales to check progress of any advertising and promotional campaigns of the brand aimed at generating sales, creating new markets

Knowledge, Skills & Experience 

• Degree in Marketing or related field
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Brand Management
• Proven expertise to create, develop and implement strategic plans and tactics
• Superior oral and written communication skills with highly acquired interpersonal skills
• Flexible and ability to prioritize and manage tasks within short deadlines
• Good knowledge of marketing strategies
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and consumer requirements
• Innovative, stress tolerant and decisive

If you meet the requirements for this position, please send your application and CV to recruitment@dpckenya.com

This vacancy remains open until close of business on 30th December 2011


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Deputy Director of Programmes Job Vacancy

Context of Work

Save the Children (SC) is an international organisation that has 27 member organisations across the globe. It is united by a common mission and brand but, to some extent, has until now been working independently from country to country.

Through Unified Presence, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries where more than one Save the Children Member have programmes. This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified programme delivery structure for all Save the Children International Members.

The programmes of Save the Children UK, Denmark and Finland unified in Somalia in January 2010 and as a result of this and of an active fundraising strategy at the beginning of 2011 the programme budget was over GBP 10m covering the thematic areas of protection, child survival (which includes health, nutrition and livelihoods), education and Child Rights and Governance. Save the Children works in all three “zones” of Somalia: Somaliland, Puntland and Central South Somalia (CSS).

Due to constraints on security, and the need to liaise with UN agencies, other NGOs and donors the country office is based in Nairobi and senior managers and directors are expected to travel extensively to monitor and support programme work in all parts of Somalia that are accessible and where security threats are being effectively mitigated.

The position of Deputy Director of Programmes has been newly created under the management of the Director of Programmes/Deputy Country Director in response to the expansion of the country programme. 

This position will share the overall responsibility for the development, direction and coordination of the country programme together with Directors of Operations, Finance and Human Resources in respect to the sectors that fall under his/her area of responsibility.

With the overall guidance of the Programmes Director/Deputy Country Director the Deputy Director of Programmes is responsible for the development of new work within the sectors of Food Security and Livelihood, Health and Nutrition; the technical quality of country programmes work in the sectors; ensuring the timely and adequate documentation and communication of project outputs, results, outcomes and lessons within and outside of the country programme.

The position will line manage a group of technical thematic managers for Food Security and Livelihood, Health and Nutrition Advisor; and will coordinate closely with the Director of Operations, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Area Representatives, Humanitarian Director and Emergency Programme Manager in project development and in ensuring the technical quality of programmes through the provision of high quality technical support.

Key Accountabilities

1. Strategic Planning, Policy and Review

• Take a lead role in the process of developing and reviewing programme strategies, thematic plans and annual plans for the sectors of food security and livelihood, health and nutrition.
• Contribute to country programme’s advocacy initiatives through impart lessons gained from programmes and projects.
• Keep abreast with and contribute to Save the Children International global initiatives and global trends pertaining to the sectors and wherever possible, apply them in Save the Children’s policy and advocacy efforts.
• Identify and research debates on key policy objectives/issues and help develop the organizations’ understanding on these issues, leading policy analysis at the national level with respect to food security/livelihood, health and nutrition sectors.
• Identify key opportunities for expanding Save the Children’s work in the sector

2. Programme Development and Provision of Technical Assistance 

• Lead in the development of project proposals for the sectors of (livelihood/food security, health and nutrition) within the framework of the country strategy and global initiatives and ensure the participation of Finance, HR and Operations departments in this process from an early stage.
• Ensure security concerns are taken into full account in developing proposals and that a detailed security assessment is made of all proposed new areas of work.
• Ensure that all reports prepared by field staff for donors and other external parties are carefully reviewed and if necessary revised before sign-off.
• Ensure that high quality technical assistance in the sectors of food security/livelihood, health and nutrition is available to operations and field technical co-coordinators/ manager and ensure integration of policy and advocacy initiatives in all aspects of programming including partner and staff capacity building.
• Ensure the development and application of a practical field based M&E system/plans for all projects in the sectors (food security/livelihood, health and nutrition) and the provision of the necessary qualified support by technical managers to field operations managers in implementing the system and in documenting the measurement of achievement and progress toward programme goals and results through the M & E system.
• Ensure, with the support of the Area Representatives, that Save the Children principles such as child participation, best interest of the child, non discrimination, community-based approaches, accountability and good governance etc. are mainstreamed in programme development and implementation in reference to food/security, health and nutrition sectors.
• Provide sound leadership and high level technical guidance to technical managers, regional managers and operations Director in all aspects of project cycle management.

3. Representation and Networking

• With particular focus on livelihood/food security, health and nutrition; network and develop relationships with key technical staff within donors, NGOs, and the UN, to gain an understanding of their priorities, to secure funding and to represent Save the Children in advocacy and influencing. In this to work closely with the country programme’s Humanitarian Director in respect to emergency health, nutrition and food security interventions.
• Ensure the country programme’s active participation in technical coordination/ cluster meetings pertaining to food security/livelihood, health and nutrition. This includes presentation and sharing of good practices and other relevant information to key managers with operations and humanitarian department.
• Maintain strategic links with recognized administrations in Somalia and their key ministries at national and regional levels, identify opportunities and ensure Save the Children’s participation in key activities of the national, state and local level.
• Ensure that Save the Children policies in food security/livelihood, health and nutrition are coherent and relevant to current policy debates in Somalia and internationally

4. Line management

• Lead, manage and motivate the technical managers and advisors of food security/livelihood, health and nutrition sectors and ensure that they have clear objectives and receive meaningful feedback on their performance.
• Encourage a team culture of learning, creativity and innovation.

Person specification

• Masters degree in Social Sciences, in an area of social development. A general appreciation of the issues concerning the development sector with an in-depth knowledge in two sectors he/she will be responsible for (food security/livelihood, health, nutrition).
• Demonstrated experience in strategy development and policy analysis pertinent to food/security, health and nutrition.
• 8 + years out of which 3 – 5 years should be with formulating and directing policy and leading advocacy initiatives at the macro-level.
• Experience of developing and managing programmes/projects in at least two sectors (livelihood/food security, health or nutrition).
• Experience of developing and managing monitoring and learning systems.
• Genuine commitment to, and understanding of, rights-based approaches.
• Excellent conceptual and analytical skills. Effective negotiator, with the ability to positively influence cross departmental and cross sectoral working.
• High level of integrity.
• Resource mobilization, training and capacity building, coaching / mentoring skills.
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and drafting competencies.

Code of Conduct

Because Save the Children's work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children's rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. 

Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards.

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org

Application Closing Date: Monday 26th Dec 2011, 15:00 pm 

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Advocacy and Communication Coordinator Job Vacancy

Introduction 

Save the Children has a long history of engagement in Somalia and in Somaliland stretching as far back as 1954. In more recent times (since 1992) Save the Children UK has maintained an operational office in Hiran Region in what is now called the Central South Zone of Somalia (CSS) and since 2000, both Save the Children Denmark and UK have been working in Somaliland.

In response to the Tsunami that hit the coast of Puntland in 2004 Save the Children UK established an office in Puntland State and continues to undertake programmes from this office while Save the Children Denmark in Puntland works through partners.

In the past two years Save the Children Finland has been financially supporting the work of both Save the Children Denmark and UK in Somalia/Somaliland.

The current interventions of the organisations broadly consist of child protection; education including skills training and employment and child survival (emergency, health and livelihood).

It is planned that the programmes being run or supported by Save the Children Denmark, Finland and United Kingdom will follow the global initiative of the Save the Children Alliance and will unify by January 2010 with Save the Children UK as the managing member.

This will increase significantly the work being carried out currently by any single member and will lead to a much larger and complex single programme.

For this reason it has been decided that all senior management positions will be advertised and this Job Description relates to a new position for Advocacy and Communication Coordinator.

This position makes up part of the Partnership and Quality Programming team of the overall SC’s program in Somalia / Somaliland. 

Job Purpose

The Advocacy and Communication Coordinator is responsible for identifying advocacy issues, preparing and implementing advocacy plans, documentation and communicating lessons and good practice from implementing programs to various users.

In addition, the coordinator is responsible for building the capacity of staff of SC in identifying and undertaking advocacy initiatives aimed at changing practices and policies for betterment of children’s lives.

Key Accountabilities

• Play an active role in developing an advocacy strategy of Save the Children program in Somalia/Somaliland
• Identify key policy and practice related advocacy issues in relation to the situation of children and the programs of Save the Children in Somalia/Somaliland. This include undertaking analysis of the work of SC and/or the sector of children in Somalia/Somaliland in light of advocacy and initiate any possible changes that could improve both the work of SC and the lives of children.
• To undertake a stakeholders analysis of key players in Somalia and Somaliland and identify potential partners with whom we can work closely in advocacy initiatives.
• Through extensive networking with partners map out the work and plans of other stakeholders in respect to identified areas of advocacy and suggest possible ways of collaboration and/or addressing the issue by SC.
• Develop an advocacy plan in consultation with managers and coordinators of various themes and ensure implementation of the same
• Document lessons and good practices from programs of SC and communicate them with various stakeholders including donors, children, partners and other general users. This includes ensuring that SC’s advocacy efforts are supported by evidence and experience obtained from implementation of programs.
• Build the capacity of project staff in documenting and communicating lessons and good practices, carrying out practice and policy analysis, identifying and developing advocacy messages, planning and implementing advocacy plans. In this to secure the support of the information and communications officer who is based in Hargeisa
• Work closely with information and communication officer in documentation and sharing of lessons learned.
• Work closely with thematic coordinators and program managers in developing project proposals and ensure that proposals include sufficient advocacy components
• Represent Save the Children in various advocacy fora.
• Perform other tasks as requested by his/her immediate supervisor.

Working Contacts

Internal: All staff members in the SC Somalia/Somaliland program in general, program managers and thematic coordinators in particular 

External: Partners and other important stakeholders

Person Specification

• Degree in social science, human rights, development, journalism etc.
• At least four years experience in documentation, communication and advocacy works
• Strong ability in analyzing the situation of children using the child rights programming/principles framework
• Experience in policy and practice analysis and implementing advocacy initiatives aimed at bringing changes in these areas
• Strong inter-organisational skills such as networking, negotiation and communication.
• Willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time to Somalia/Somaliland to support field teams as security permits
• Strong computer skills to produce advocacy documents and document and communicate good practices.

Code of Conduct

Because Save the Children's work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children's rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. 

Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards.

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org

This position is only open to Kenyan nationals.

Only short listed individuals will be notified.

Application Closing Date: Monday 26th Dec 2011, 15:00 pm 

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Office Cleaner Job Vacancy.

We are one of the largest and fastest growing companies dealing in motor vehicle parts with an existing countrywide network of 12 points of sale.

We represent world class brands and use state-of-the-art equipment to deliver to our clients fast, efficient and truly superior service with an identifiable difference.
Position: Office Cleaner

Reports To: Receptionist

Purpose: Reporting to the Receptionist, the Office Cleaner will ensure that the office is kept clean and office refreshments are prepared on time. She/he will maintain high standards of cleanliness in the Directors’ offices and perform all kitchen duties.

Position Description and Responsibilities: 

• On daily basis, ensure that the Directors’ offices are cleaned to include: sweeping, washing office floors; dusting equipment desks, removing trash, cleaning windows and ensure that the office is in an overall presentable condition.
• Ensure drinking water is available at the beginning of each work day; prepare requests in advance of need to ensure availability and obtain appropriate approval.
• Ensure all cutleries and fridges are well cleaned.
• Prepare refreshments for visitors throughout the workday and as requested for meetings.
• Prepare and serve tea to senior staff during tea break times.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting all repair and maintenance requirement for the entire office.
• Make sure all shutters are closed, lights are off except the security lights after office working hours.
• Perform all essential functions of the position and other related duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications:

Education: O’ level Certificate

Experience: Similar activities for at least one year.

Competencies:

• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to serve different people.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team player
• High standards of personal hygiene
• Willingness to take initiative

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae (including salary history) to: hr@auxpke.com not to reach us later than Wednesday, December 14th, 2011.

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Community Health Field Coordinator Job in Mandera Kenya

Save the Children UK is a leading international child rights organization, fighting to improve the lives of children in the UK and 50 countries around the world.

Together with children, we are helping to build a better world for present and future generations by making a reality of children’s rights.

Our programming activities in Kenya are in the North Eastern Province (Dadaab, Wajir and Mandera areas) and Eldoret in the areas of Child Protection, Nutrition, Livelihoods and Health.

We are outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we are determined to change that.

We are seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Community Health Field Coordinator.

Contract period – 12 months

Job Purpose

The Community Health field Coordinator will be in-charge of implementation of AFREN program in Mandera West District.

The program focuses on establishing a comprehensive community health program that targets provision of basic Community health care to children and women through Community health Workers (CHWS) and Community Health Extension workers.

Key Accountabilities

• Supervise formation of community health units in Mandera West through Selection, training and mobilization of Community health workers (CHWs) and Community Health Extension Workers(CHEWs) in collaboration with the District Health Management team.
• Support provision of Basic Health kits to CHWs and CHEWs in the District.
• Supervise community level management of simple childhood illnesses which include Fever, diarrhoea through CHWs.
• Provide community health Units with a basic kit that includes ORS, Basic antibiotics and other basic health items.
• Work in collaboration with DHMT in strengthening the link between Community and the health facilities through the Community health Committees.
• Provide Support to DHMT in monitoring and Evaluation of community Health services on quarterly basis in order to increase the quality of Community level health services.
• Work closely with Local leaders and Community health committees in raising Health awareness and educate communities on maternal child health issues in the communities.
• Supervise on regular basis Community Mobilization activities in order to improve health seeking behaviours in the community.
• Work with Community health committees in streamlining community level Referral for all sick children in the community.
• Conduct regular meetings with Targeted community groups in order to address social, cultural and traditional barriers affecting health.
• Compile Health education and community outreach reports on timely basis and submit them to the program Manager.
• Represent Save the Children in Community level meetings and other meetings as adviced by the program Manager.
• Comply with Save the Children UK policies and practices with respect to child protection, health and safety, equal opportunity and other relevant policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Health or Advanced Diploma in Health related field.
• At least three years of experience in running Community health programs.
• Good Knowledge of Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) and Community Health Education strategies.
• Good knowledge of Kenya Guidelines in Community health Units and Community Health Workers Units.
• Ability to produce analytical and well-presented project reports.
• Good skills in Advocacy and good communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and maintain tactful relations with relevant local authorities in politically and culturally sensitive environments.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
• Flexible, adaptable, able to improvise and work in stressful, volatile environment
• Representational and advocacy skills
• Sensitive to issues affecting children and committed to Save the Children’s Child Protection policy.

Application process:

If you meet the above requirements, please send your cover letter indicating your expected salary and detailed CV with current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to: 

Head of Human Resources & Administration, 
Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme
Email: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke 

not later than 16th December, 2011. 

Quote the job title on the subject line. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Due to the urgency to fill this position, short listing will be done as applications are received.

“Candidates from North Eastern Province are strongly encouraged to apply”

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse.


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Sales Team Leader (Nairobi Region) Career Opportunity

Job Description:

An opportunity has arisen at the organization for in the sales department for a Sales Team leader in the Nairobi Region.

As a sales professional, the Sales Team leader will direct and coordinate sales efforts of the direct sales agents.

Special attention to be paid ¡n prospecting and enlisting corporates where the major growth is expected from.

The Sales Team Leader will:

• Implement and maintain an effective sales program which will fit within the established goals and objectives of the organisation.
• Implement sales growth strategies
• Provide daily, weekly, monthly and annual sales reports to the Management as may be directed.
• Implement the development of sales proposals, presentations, and negotiations.
• Provide input into the development of annual country marketing plans.
• Research and analyses of the market to understand key business drivers, influences and competitor activity.
• Identify strengths and weaknesses in the sales operation and ensure suitable tactics are implemented to address concerns and maximize strengths.
• Coach sales agents on product offerings and sales best practice.
• Assist in ensuring creation of adequate sales capacity and optimization of sales resources.
• Monitor the performance and development of an effective and well, motivated sales agents.
• Provide guidance and coaching to sales agents regarding sales activities through the effective management of the activities of the sales agents.
• You will be expected to contribute to the overall corporate strategy.

Job Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales or Marketing. A post-graduate diploma in Marketing will be an added advantage
• At least 5years experience with 3years of sales management in the service industry FMCG
• Experience in writing, coordinating and producing competitive sales proposals.
• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Working with minimal supervision while meeting tight deadlines

The subject of the email should be titled: Sales Team Leader - Nairobi Region

Applicants should submit their CVs to the following email address: mcarecruitment@gmail.com

Closing date: 14th December 2011

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Purchasing Officer Job in Kwale Kenya

Purchasing Officer Job in Kwale Kenya

Job Ref MN5146

Our client Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Limited, is developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project 50km South of Mombasa.

The construction phase commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011 in order for production to start in the 2nd half of 2013.

Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community ¡n which ¡t operates and on attracting and developing good people.

Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful development of this project.

Pragmatic people, who are proactive, have a strong sense of integrity, and who work well in a team environment are encouraged to apply.

Job Profile

• Maintaining updated purchasing records/data and pricing in Pronto ERP.
• Coordinating with user departments and suppliers in the purchasing scope of work
• Assisting ¡n managing and following up local and overseas orders.
• Handling and monitoring of claims to suppliers for defectives, shortage, missing parts.
• Supporting relevant departments with quotations for the purpose of tenders.
• Preparation and processing purchase orders in Pronto ERP.
• Monitoring and coordinating deliveries of items from and between suppliers to ensure that all items are delivered to site! store on time.
• Negotiating for best purchasing package in terms of quality, price, delivery and service with suppliers and sub- contractors assigned.
• Liaising with clearing agents to ensure timely delivery of items arriving by road, rail, air or sea.

Person Profile

• Degree/Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies with minimum 3 years relevant continuous working experience.
• With at least 4 years relevant hands on experience in medium to large organization.
• Experience in local and international procurement experience and liaison with relevant stakeholders including clearing and forwarding agents and customs as necessary.
• Experience in Pronto EPR a big advantage but specify any other ERP if you are not familiar with Pronto.
• Accounting qualifications such as CPA Il will be an added advantage.

* * *
Send your application with a detailed CV and daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref. No.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2010 p.m, Year 2011 p.m
• Year 2011 Benefits: If house, state market rent, If car state cc.

by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 16th December, 2011. 

Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments. 

Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope. 

Send to:

Executive Selection Division, 
Manpower Services (K) Ltd, 
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza, 
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance, 
P.O. Box 50736-00200,
Nairobi. 

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com


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Country Sales Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Bamburi Cement is part of the Lafarge Group, a leading, global manufacturer of building materials.

Lafarge places innovation at the heart of its priorities, working for sustainable construction and architectural creativity. Safety is our way of life.

Bamburi Cement Limited is seeking candidates for the Kenya Country Sales Manager position.

This is an exciting opportunity for a sales professional in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, the successful candidate, a key member of the Senior Management team, will be responsible for the achievement of volume and revenue objectives for local and export markets by developing and implementing sales initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing the national and export sales strategy.
• Leading a dynamic sales team across a diverse geographic region.
• Developing and managing mutually profitable relationships with customers and distribution partners.
• Developing and implementing strategies to drive product availability and volume growth in very competitive markets.

The ideal candidate should have:

• A business or related degree with at least 7 years professional experience, 5 of which must have been at management level.
• He/She must demonstrate a track record in leading teams, building new markets and consistently achieving targets.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the FMCG sector.
• Experience in strategic planning, organization and execution with strong commercial skills.
• Demonstrated ability to change behavior and drive business results in a timely manner.
• A commitment to providing exceptional service.
• A basic degree ¡n Civil Engineering though not a basic requirement, will be an added advantage.

Application Process

Email your application letter and resume to corp.info@bamburi.lafarge.com

OR submit directly to:

The Human Resources Manager,
Bamburi Cement Limited,
Kenya Re Towers
6th Floor
Nairobi.

Clearly label your application and envelope CSM/11/2011

Closing Date: December 16, 2011

Bamburi Cement Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

East African citizens are encouraged to apply.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Office Assistant / Secretary Job in Kenya

Laboratory and Allied is a leading manufacturing company of pharmaceuticals in Kenya.

The following vacancies are available:

Office Assistant / Secretary

Good written and Spoken English is essential

Ability to work as a team member

Good Knowledge of computer software, such as MS. Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Fast typing speed a must

Experience working in an office environment

Minimum two years of relevant experience

Kindly send your application to manesh@laballied.com


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2 Paid Internship Opportunities (Ksh. 750 Per day)

Our client is currently in search for individuals who are versatile and dynamic academic and essay writers with research experience and able to efficiently and professionally write well researched stories, articles and essays on different topics.

The client is assigning two interns to a supervisor in 5 major towns across Kenya. The first interns we will be taking should come from colleges or universities around Nairobi. They will be based at the Blessed House along Thika Road where their offices will be. They will work independently with the assigned supervisor to accomplish the client’s target.

The interns can be given time off to do their CATs and exams anytime they wish but our client will NOT pay for that time or day. This is a pay-as-you work opportunity and will be offered to even students on an equal opportunity as those who have finished their studies. You should be able to commute from your hostels to the office.

Our supervisors have been picked from very bright guys in the industry and they expect to give you a good taste of a real work environment. There will be an opportunity to extend your contract after 3 months if you perform exceptionally well.

Qualifications:

·         A student in one of our local Kenyan colleges or universities.

·         Must be very creative.

·         Extensive knowledge in Ms Office and Internet. 

·         Excellent English

·         Must be ready to start the job on January 1^st 2012.

·         Knowledge in a wide array of current affairs.

·         The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision

Requirements:

• A one page article on any topic of choice especially current affairs (with a Verdana font 12)
• A one paragraph description of yourself after the article with your contacts
• Excellent research skills
•  The ability to understand a variety of topics with ease.
• Able to work under constant supervision.

Payment:

• Payment is calculated on the number of days you have worked with the supervisor.
• Payment is done on Friday’s at 5 p.m   
• Ksh 750 per day guaranteed.

Send your small article, a one paragraph description of yourself and your day-time contacts to hrskenya@gmail.com

Deadline for application Friday 23^rd December 2011

Interviews will be from 27^th to 30^th Dec 2011.

Day of reporting of work will be 2^nd January 2012

DO NOT SEND CVs or CERTIFICATES. (This is an internship and one of its purposes is to get some experience in your CV)

FOLLOW THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not charge any fees to job applicants.

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