Executive Administrative Secretary Job in Kenya

Position: Executive Administrative Secretary
 

Deadline:28/03/2013
 

Email:recruit@creatingvalue.co.ke

Summary of Position: 
 

Under general direction of management personnel, performs a wide variety of complex and responsible secretarial, technical, clerical and accounting duties.

Credentials and/or Skills and Abilities:

• Typing/word processing at a minimum of 50 wpm
• Process Payroll
• Make VAT and other statutory returns
• Be flexible and receptive to change
• Basic office methods, practices, and procedures, including filing systems, correspondence,
• Standard English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Ability to carry out oral and written directions; make decisions independently; communicate effectively;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships;

Essential Functions: 
 

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as personal secretary to management. Answers telephone calls; handles visitors; receives and relays messages; handles requests for information and assistance.
• Process Payroll
• Make VAT and other statutory returns
• Transcribes from Dictaphone, handwritten notes or dictation and types letters, memoranda, and reports as assigned.
•  Attends to administrative and clerical detail utilizing initiative, problem analysis techniques, good judgment and confidentiality.
• Receives, reviews and verifies documents, records and forms for accuracy, completeness and conformance to applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Processes documents in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains expenditure records of office/unit budget; prepares and coordinates budget transfer requests as necessary; tracks expenditures from each budget line item.
• Prepares and processes all purchase orders; verifies amounts to pay partial and final invoices; makes copies and keeps accurate records of all payments.
• Prepares rooms for meetings; arranges for necessary materials and refreshments.
• Establishes and maintains a variety of office filing and record-keeping systems including inventory data collection systems.
• Receives, sorts and distributes incoming mail.
• Orders and distributes office supplies and materials.
• Gathers, reviews, and compiles information and prepares accurate and comprehensive reports and surveys with deadlines as assigned.
• Serves as clerical support to the Department. Schedules appointments; types letters and notices; prepares materials and reports as needed.
• Maintains records and prepares notices and documents.
• Prepares correspondence independently on matters not requiring personal attention of directors.
• Maintains strict confidentiality on all job-related matters.
• Prepares a variety of communicative subject matter that may include privileged and highly sensitive material.
• Plans, develops and implements office procedures.
• Makes mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Maintains numerous and varied budgets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education Background & Skill Requirements

• Business degrees in finance, accounting and marketing
• Accounting Knowledge CPA 2 or ACCA
• Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) and the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
• Exposure to trainings or Courses in records organization, corporate communications and human resource management
• 5 years of relevant work experience

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@creatingvalue.co.ke  before end of day 28nd March 2012. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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BASF Accounts Manager and Market Developer Jobs in EA

(Very Attractive Salaries)
Our client BASF under instruction from BASF South Africa wishes to recruit the following candidates.

Accounts Manager (Eastern Africa)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will be in charge of the entire BASF Polyurethanes’ customer portfolio in Eastern Africa.
• Graduate in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry; alternatively, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• MBA with sales experience will be an added advantage.

Market Developer (Ethiopia)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will identify industry trends & business potentials for BASF in construction and home plus personal care.
• He / she will build and strengthen networks with established distributors in Ethiopia.
• Graduate preferably MBA, minimum 4 years relevant experience.

Apply via email only so as to reach us by 12Noon 8th October 2012 to
recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

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I&M Bank Foreign Exchange Trading Manager Job in Kenya

I&M Bank is seeking to recruit qualified individuals for the following position:

Foreign Exchange Trading Manager
To provide leadership and accountability in management of the staff and all activities relating to Foreign exchange trading in the Bank’s Treasury.

Job Summary:
 

To provide leadership and accountability in management of the staff and all activities relating to Foreign exchange trading in the Bank’s Treasury.

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Manager – Foreign Exchange Trading reports to the Head of Treasury and is directly responsible for:

• Undertaking Foreign exchange trading activities in the SPOT and FORWARD market and managing open currency positions in line with internal policies and Central Bank of Kenya regulations.
• Training upcoming dealers and entrants into the dealing room on foreign exchange trading.
• Analyzing currency markets and devising trading strategies that generate value to customers and the bank.
• Relationship management on behalf of the bank with Local and International counterparts.
• Responsible for delivering the financial target objectives for the respective income streams attributed to the foreign currency trading function.
• Principal liaison point between Treasury Front office, Risk Middle office and Head of settlements for all Inter-bank foreign exchange transactions, positions and reports.
• Timely preparation of periodic Management information reports and analysis of trading data.

Personal Skills/Attributes:
 

An articulate person of good Integrity with good spoken and written communication skills able to express themselves clearly and present concise and accurate reports within defined deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of a University Degree in a Business or Finance related discipline; Possession of the ACI Dealing certificate is a definite advantage.
• A minimum of 4 years in active treasury environment as a foreign exchange dealer.
• Excellent MS Excel worksheet computation skills and good knowledge of MS OFFICE suite.
• A good knowledge of international markets and trading trends plus ability to analyse local and global economic trends
• The environment is a modern dealing room set up equipped with Real time trading consoles that access global markets and a risk management system and the optimal management of these systems requires an experienced hands on person with requisite skills.
• In addition to Foreign exchange trading skills, an operational understanding of SWIFT is necessary.

If you meet the above requirements, send your application together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, contact and names of three referees. 

Your application should reach the address indicated hereunder on or before Friday 21st September, 2012. 

Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application

The Human Resources Manager
I&M Bank Limited
I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
P.O Box 30238 – 00100, 

Nairobi

Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

I&M Bank is an equal opportunity employer

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Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) Jobs: Regional Blood Donor Recruiter, Home Based Care Assistant, Health Project Officers and Project Accountant

Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organization created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965. 

Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya. 

The Society is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:
 

Position Title: Regional Blood Donor Recruiter
 

Reporting to: Regional Health Officer
 

Job location: Garissa
 

Overall Purpose
 

Responsible to the Regional Health Officer for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating blood donor programme within the Region aimed at collection of adequate and safe human blood for transfusion
purposes. 

Specific responsibilities include building community partnerships, identification and mobilisation of potential blood donors as well as building the capacity of volunteer community leaders to spearhead the mobilization of blood donors.
 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Mobilize schools, colleges, institutions, organizations and communities to solicit blood donations from individuals, students, employees and community groups
• Contact and visit prospective or participating donor groups to explain requirements and benefits of participation in blood donor programmes
• Maintain and update records of individuals, groups, institutions and organizations participating in blood donor programme
• Arrange specific dates for blood donor collections for groups and confirm appointment in writing
• Consult blood bank records to answer questions, monitor activity or resolve problems of blood donor groups
• Identify donors with rare-type blood from blood bank records and contact donors to solicit and arrange blood donation
• Prepare reports of blood donor programmes and recruitment activities

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc in Nursing, Public Health or equivalent qualifications
• Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating blood donor programmes in emergency/relief context

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of blood donor programmes trends and goals all levels aimed at safe blood
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Position Title: Home Based Care Assistant
 

Reporting to: Project Officer
 

Job location: Daadab
 

Summary of Responsibilities
 

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the effective planning, budgeting, implementation and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programme aimed at combating and reducing the prevalence and impact of HIV/AIDS on vulnerable communities within the Branch. 

Other responsibilities include awareness creation, capacity building, and providing psycho-social support to people affected and afflicted by HIV/AIDS as well as delivering HIV/AIDS workplace training programmes.
 

Specific duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities

• Conduct baseline studies using participatory approaches to identify the number of persons as well as orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS so as to determine their capacities, available resources and coping mechanisms
• Encourage the youth to attend voluntary counselling and testing (VCT) to decrease risk behaviours by emphasizing consent, confidentiality and counselling aimed at decreasing stigma as more people know their HIV status
• Develop and implement social support programmes to assist caregivers to provide counselling, home-based care and psychosocial support to persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) including orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS to participate in productive activities
• Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide HIV/AIDS care and support
• Strengthen collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organizational effectiveness
• Provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS prevention and control activities using participatory community methods to improve performance standards and organisational effectiveness
• Develop and implement lobby and advocacy programmes with a view to reform laws and policies that hamper the implementation of programmes
• Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Community Development or equivalent qualifications such as epidemiology, nursing & social work
• Three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating HIV/AIDS prevention and control programmes

Competencies

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS health care, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

KRCS has been appointed a Sub Recipient (SR) for Global Fund (GF) Round 10 Malaria Grant. 

Arising from this, the Society is looking for qualified persons to fill the following positions:
 

Position Title: Health Project Officer 

(2 Positions)
 

Reporting to: Branch Cordinator
 

Job location: Lugari and Mt Elgon
 

Overall Purpose
 

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting and implementation of malaria project activities. 

Other responsibilities include building partnerships with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders strengthening volunteer networks and building staff and volunteer capacity to respond to health emergencies among vulnerable populations affected by disasters.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigate reported cases of malaria outbreaks and develop community-based action plan for implementing malaria prevention programme in line with the Society’s strategic objectives
• Conduct field camps to sensitize communities by providing information on the goals, objectives, activities and implementation of the malaria project through integrated malaria control at the community household level
• Implement the Society’s policy on prevention and treatment of malaria; also demonstrate techniques for treating long-lasting malaria insecticide nets and indoor residual spraying, de-worming and child immunization
• Implement malaria testing and provide vaccine treatments to prevent and immunize diseases among children and pregnant women through volunteers and also reinforce house-to-house disease prevention and control activities
• Develop strategies for integrating community-based health programmes through demonstration of insecticide treated nets (ITN’s) and their distribution to vulnerable groups aimed at combating the spread of malaria
• Deliver community-based training programmes aimed at creating awareness and building the capacity of communities to implement social mobilization and malaria prevention strategies
• Liaise with Government representatives to implement an integrated community-based malaria prevention campaign
• Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community awareness campaigns aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide community based health care services

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc in Environmental Health or equivalent qualifications
• Three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating integrated community-based health programmes in emergency/relief context

Key Competencies

• Broad knowledge of project management, disaster management, emergency and public health management and humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Position Title: Project Accountant 

(1 Position)
 

Reporting to: Branch Cordintaor
 

Job Location: Busia
 

Overall Purpose
 

Responsible to the Branch Cordinator for overall financial management of the branch and project. 

Other duties include maintaining of financial records, processing of working advances, preparation of project returns and reports, reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the field. 

Also receiving and disbursing money as well as processing and validating cheques in accordance with approved policy.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate at the field level the execution of the project budget expenditures in line with the approved budget
• Compile and analyse accounting reports, records and other data to maintain expenditure controls and also determine the financial resources required to implement specific programmes
• In consultation with the branch coordinator, ensure timely request of funds from the HQ and disbursement of funds according to the planned activities
• Receive cash or banker’s cheques, recording financial transactions, counting money to verify amounts and issuing receipts for funds received.
• Prepare bank deposit slips in order to ensure that all collections are promptly banked in accordance with accounting procedures.
• Disburse cash and writing vouchers and cheques in order to make payment against specified expenditure requisitions.
• Prepare cheque payments and refund claims and ensure that payments are made against verifiable accounting documents.
• Post data and balance accounts as well as compile collections, disbursements and bank reconciliation reports.
• Maintain complete records of all financial transactions such as payment vouchers, receipts and other documents in accordance with accounting procedures.
• Reconcile the cashbook with bank statements and checking balances against verifiable documents on a monthly basis.
• Prepare monthly revenue, expenditure returns, financial statements and reports to cover specified periods.
• Prepare budget for specific projects in collaboration with the officer in charge
• Maintain an assets register for the project

Minimum Qualifications

• CPA (K) or equivalent ACCA final level qualifications or a Bachelors Degree in a Business Related Field withCPA Part (II), Section 4.
• At least two years experience in a busy accounts/ finance office

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of administrative, accounting and financial procedures and systems
• Demonstrated competence in financial and accounting, posting and processing accounts.
• Proficiency in computer applications especially, word processing, database and spreadsheets, computerized accounting systems including use of the e-mail, the internet as well as local and wide area network systems.

Applications must contain: A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
 

All applications should be sent to:
 

The Secretary General

Kenya Red Cross Society 

P. O. Box 40712-00100, 

Nairobi
 

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 12th October 2012.

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Accounts Assistant Job in Kisumu Kenya

Position: Accounts Assistant
 

Location: Kisumu.
 

Qualification: BBA/BCom  with professional accounting certification (CPA/ACCA).
 

Salary: Negotiable
 

Send cv to: vacancy@ojtos-group.com

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Finance Controller Job in Kenya

Finance Controller

A leading multinational is looking for a Finance Controller to manage the full finance process in their Kenyan office.

Based in Nairobi, the person will be responsible for leading finance objectives in line with Global policies and procedures.

• The individual will be responsible for coordinating the preparation and analysis of financial reports including the Profit and Loss, Return on Capital Employed, IMC index, etc.; 
• Establishes necessary controls and methods to improve accounting systems; 
• Plans and implements procedures
  for the valuing of inventories, International Contract and transfer prices; 
• Reviews valuations to ensure compliance with fiscal procedures and analyzes the financial impact of results; 
• Researches accounting questions/issues and makes recommendations to management by providing guidance on proper accounting policies and procedures. 
• The person will lead departmental meetings within area of responsibility, monitor department operational expenses and allocate resources according to priorities.
  Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate must have 3 - 5 years management experience in a Finance role and related qualifications. 
• A CIMA qualification and a multinational experience is an advantage. 

Should you be interested in applying for the role, please submit your resume to mmmakofane@mmm.com by close of business on the 30 October 2012.

Should you not hear from the Company within 2 weeks of closing date then it is assumed your application is unsuccessful.

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TechnoServe M&E Mgr, Business Advisor, Project Accountant and Capacity Building Advisor Jobs in Kenya

General Information

TechnoServe is a nonprofit international development organization founded in 1968. 

Its mission is to help entrepreneurial men and women break the cycle of poverty by building businesses that create jobs, income, and economic opportunities for their families, their communities, and their countries.

Monitoring & Evaluations Manager - Safe

Job Purpose

Provide management of the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) components of the regional Solutions for African Food Enterprises (SAFE) program, which will operate in Kenya, Malawi and Zambia, with potential to expand to other countries.

The Regional M&E Manager will work closely with the SAFE Program Director, other program and country management, as well as TechnoServe’s East Africa regional M&E Manager. 

S/he will be responsible for enabling evidence-based decisionmaking processes by program leadership, timely development of SAFE M&E systems, effective implementation of SAFE M&E activities and reporting on SAFE M&E results.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree qualifications in business, economics, statistics or international development-related studies required;
• At least 5 years of experience with M&E methods and approaches, including designing, planning, and implementing M&E systems, analyzing and reporting using a logical framework and other strategic planning approaches;
• Strong interpersonal and management skills required;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with fluency in English;
• Ability to develop well written, cohesive analyses and reports;
• Strong analytical, program management, and financial analysis skills;
• Personnel management experience required;
• International development experience, entrepreneurship skills, and experience working with youth training and/or mentorship programs preferred;
• Willingness to be based in Nairobi, ability to travel internationally, and ability to travel to remote rural locations in East Africa.

Senior Business Advisor - Safe

 
Job Purpose

To support the business component of the capacity building needs of Kenyan food processors. 

The SBA is responsible for assisting processors with customized business planning, investment plans, capital raising, overseeing market studies, developing customized processor marketing strategies, business operations, and provision of other business advisory services.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree qualifications in business-related studies;
• Minimum of five years experience with financial, business development and/or economic or financial analysis in the private sector;
• Strong financial analysis and project management skills;
• Personnel management experience required;
• Experience in financial auditing, business diagnostics, business ratios, business plan development, conducting profit and loss analysis, loan requirements and loan management;
• Strong presentation skills and ability to advise and coach senior company representatives on business capacity building needs and advice;
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with ability to develop well-written, cohesive analyses and reports; Fluency in English and Kiswahili required;
• Track record of building strong client and stakeholder relationships;
• Ability to generate innovative solutions in work situations;
• Proven ability and experience working with teams will be an added advantage.
• Willingness to be based in Nairobi, ability to travel internationally and to remote rural locations.

Project Accountant - Safe

 
Job Purpose

Provide overall financial and administrative management of the regional SAFE project. 

The Accountant will work closely with respective program and country management, as well as TechnoServe’s East Africa and Southern Africa regional teams and headquarters’ finance team. 

S/he will be responsible for financial planning and oversight, accurate financial reporting and analysis, and ensuring compliance with organization and donor requirements.

Minimum Requirement

• Degree qualifications in business, finance, or economic-related studies required;
• CPA (K) or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years experience in mainstream accounting, 3 of which must be with an NGO
• Strong financial management and analysis skills;
• Personnel management experience with a good understanding of the local legal, labor, procurement, and general human resource laws and policies;
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills a must, Fluent in English;
• Experience with international donors requiring high-levels of reporting data, USAID project experience preferred;
• Ability to contribute to the development of detailed financial reports;
• Proven ability and experience working with teams will be an added advantage;
• Ability to generate innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities;
• Ability to establish a course of action to ensure that work is completed effectively and efficiently to deliver high-quality and on-time results;
• Willingness to be based in Nairobi, ability to travel internationally, and ability to travel to remote rural locations.

Assistant Regional Capacity Building Advisor - Stryde

Job Purpose

Strengthening Rural Youth Development through Enterprise (STRYDE) program operates in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda with a goal of training 15,000 rural youth to increase their productive economic engagement. 

The Assistant Regional Capacity Building Advisor will be responsible for supporting the STRYDE Regional Training and Capacity Building Manager as well as the country program teams in training and capacity building related tasks.

Minimum Requirement

• Degree in relevant field with at least of 3 years experience in a role that involves training/capacity building
• Experience facilitating/delivering training curricula to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal and cross cultural skills
• Excellent communication skills required
• Ability to communicate effectively across a range of seniority levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to be based in Nairobi, ability to travel internationally, and ability to travel to remote rural locations.

Applicants need to have the legal status to live and work in Kenya

To Apply: 

Please submit your application (by email only) to ke-recruit@tns.org with the position title placed in the subject line. 

Please include (1) cover letter describing your interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) salary history, and (4) telephone contacts of three referees (Professional Only). 

Please include all requirements in one document (Word or PDF – labeled with your name). 

Applications will be treated confidentially. Deadline for applications is 15th October 2012. Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Detailed job description for the positions can be accessed at http://www.technoserve.org/jobs

TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer.

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Account Officer Job in Meru Town

A fast growing company in the communication sector with various sales outlets spread across the country wishes to recruit a result oriented and proactive team player to fill the position of Account Officer, to be based in Meru Town. 

Reporting to the Managing Director the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day to day financial activities and ensure compliance to all general financial policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• To prepare and avail accurate financial reports:
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• To timely and accurately prepare annual financial accounts.
• To provide desired professional advice to management
• Maintaining books of accounts-posting to the system to ensure correct position of the books.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Accurately and timely preparation of payroll.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualification, Experience and desired skills

• Minimum CPA SECT 4
• Experience in a senior role of accountant for a period of 3 years and above
• Bachelor Degree in any filed will be an added advantage.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Good “people skills” for working with colleagues and clients
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Strong planning and organization skills, ability to work with minimum supervision to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of budget management, financial documentation and archiving.

Qualified candidates should send their updated C.V and a cover letter clearly indicating current and expected salary, and names of three referees (one who must be either former or current employer) to hrmsmart@gmail.com before 12th Oct 2012.

Any application received later will not be considered.

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Accountant Job Vacancy in Ndaragua Kenya

Our client, a reputable company in the hay production business with over 12,000 membership from small scale farmers and more than a 1,000 acres of plantation field is looking to fill the position of an Accountant who will report to the Farm Manager.
 

Salary: KShs. 22,000 – 30,000

Job Purpose / Summary:
 

The Accountant shall be responsible for executing systems, procedures and controls in the entire accounting function covering the accounting policies, procedures and control, manner of record maintenance and reporting requirements.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make payments to suppliers and maintain accounts for creditors
• Receive and process all invoices, expense forms and requests for payment
• Oversee the management and preparation of financial statements and management accounts.
• Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure filing of all payments made and record all financial transactions for easy retrieval and reference
• Prepare payroll and process statutory deductions of NSSF, NHIF and PAYE and remit as per set timelines
• Prepare and review detailed budgets for approval.
• Make regular reports to the board on income, expenditure and any variations from budgets.
• Apply accounting system compliance with generally accepted accounting principles for auditing purposes.
• Act as the custodian of accounting records, ledgers, revenues and operating expenses
• To manage and oversee the internal audit process and be in-charge of reviewing accounting and administrative controls
• Oversee clearance of debts and arrears within agreed timelines
• Ensure all taxation and legislative requirements are complied with at all times.
• Management of the fixed asset register
• Demonstrate clear integrity and a sense of ethics and responsibility to the farm and its employees on a daily basis, serving as a model for others
• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.

Required Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting
• Must have a CPA (II) Sec 4
• Minimum 2 years farm management work experience
• Good Interpersonal skills i.e. Influencing, communication and negotiation skills,
• Problem solving and Analytical skills
• Decisive decision maker.

How to apply: 

If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. 

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 11th October 2012. 

Only successful candidates will be contacted

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Finance Manager Job Vacancy for a Tour Operator based in Nairobi Kenya

A well established Tour Operator based in Nairobi with operations throughout Eastern and Southern Africa, is seeking to recruit an experienced and motivated individual to fill the following position:
 

Finance Manager
 

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Com Accounting option or equivalent qualification.
• CPA (K) or equivalent with at least 8 years post qualification experience, 3 of which should be in a similar role.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks and Navision software packages.
• Audit experience will be an added advantage.
• Excellent MS office applications especially Excel skills.

Other Skills and Attributes

• An understanding of and belief in PEAK East Africa Ltd.’s Responsible Travel philosophy
• Passion and willingness to travel.
• Practical general finance and accounting experience in Travel will be an added advantage
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate leadership and ability to foster teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Outstanding organizational skills, tenacity and attention to detail.
• Must be honest and trustworthy.

Accountabilities

• Manage the financial and Management accounting systems at PEAK East Africa Ltd.
• Preparation of Monthly / Quarterly and Annual Reports , P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash flow and Group Disclosure Requirements
• Budgets and Forecasts
• Lead the Finance Team
• Maintain accurate Accounting transaction records
• Ensure Statutory Compliance for PEAK East Africa ltd.
• Business Performance Management
• Acquisitions and Investment Appraisal
• Intercompany Transaction processing

To Apply:
 

Applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be sent to: Kenya@PEAKadventuretravel.com so as to reach us not later than 12th October 2012.
 

Website: www.PEAKadventuretravel.com

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Unaitas Teller Clerks Jobs in Kenya

Are you looking for excellence, a team that promotes a high performance culture and focus on empowerment?
 

Unaitas, one of the largest and fastest growing Sacco is searching for talented individuals to be part of our team.

Teller Clerks

Ref: UNT/TC/1/2012

Reporting to the Branch Operations Officer, the job holder is responsible for the daily cash & non-cash transactions’ postings and efficient delivery of quality services.
 

Main duties and responsibilities

• Receiving, paying and reconciliation of cash and cash equivalent.
• Daily postings of branch cash and cash transactions.
• Maintenance of accurate records for easy tracking and retrieval.
• Provision of excellent member service.
• Preparation and presentation of comprehensive, timely and reliable daily reports.

Required academic qualifications

• Degree in Banking, Accounting, Finance, Micro Finance, Entrepreneurship, Co-op Management, Business Management or Economics
• B [plain] in KCSE

Other Requirements

• Computer Literacy
• High degree of integrity
• Excellent member service skills
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The commitment to share your skills and experience to contribute towards a positive, lasting and life changing impact.

Interested and qualified candidates please forward applications and CV by EMAIL ONLY to hr@unaitas.com by Friday 19th October 2012. 

Clearly quote the reference number for the position

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DL Koisagat Tea Estate Administrator, Receptionist, Accountant, and Health jobs in Kenya

DL Koisagat Tea Estate Ltd, a tea growing and processing company situated in Nandi Hills wishes to fill the following position openingsfor its new health facility within the estate.

1. Administrator (REF: HRIDL/ADMIN) - 1 Post

Requirements: Undergraduate degree in Administration/Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized university and a CPA (K), two years experience in a senior position in a hospital setting is an added advantage.

2. Receptionist (REF: HRIDL/REC) - 1 Post

Requirements: Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology or related field, computer literate, knowledge of medical abbreviations and terminologies and three years experience in similar position.

3. Accountant (REF: HRIDLIACC) - 1 Post

Requirements:Undergraduate degree in Commerce or related field and CPA II, 2 year experience in a health facility and knowledge accounting software.

4. Clinical Officer (REF: HRIDLICO) - 1 Post

Requirements:Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from KMTC or any recognized institution, Certified with Medical Practitioners Board, working experience of over 2 years and computer skills.

5. Nurses (REF: HRIDLINR) - 2 Posts

Requirements: Diploma in Nursing from a recognized medical training institution, over 2 years working experience and should be a Kenya Registered Community Nurse and a Member of the Nursing Council.

6. Nurse Aids (REF: HR/DLINA) - 2 Posts

Requirements:Basic training in relevant field and two years experience in a similar position.

7. Pharmacy Technician (HRIDLIPT) - 1 Post

Requirements:Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution, registration with Pharmacy and Poisons Board (P PB) and Kenya Pharmaceutical Association (KPA) 

8. Laboratory Technician (HRIDLILT) - 1 Post

Requirements: Diploma in Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution and over 2 years work experience

To apply:

Send your detailed CV, certificates and testimonials on a marked envelope or email with the job reference as the subject to reach the undersigned on/or before 12th October 2012.

The Human Resource and Administration Manager,
DL Koisagat Tea Estate Ltd,

P O. Box 284, 30301,
Nandi Hills.
Email: johnmichael@dlkoisagat.com

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IPE Global Urban and Infrastructure Dev, Health and Social Sector, and Accounts and Administrative Officer Jobs in Kenya

A career in the development sector: If you are a committed individual with a passion for learning along with the willingness to work in a challenging environment, IPE Global is the place to be. Come join us:

Urban and Infrastructure Development
Program Manager (1); Associate Consultant (2)
Health and Social Sector
Program Manager(1); Associate Consultant (2)
Accounts and Administrative Officer (1)

IPE Global is a leading multi-sector consulting firm working with international development agencies and national and sub-national governments in over 20 countries in Asia and Africa. 

With sectoral focus on Urban and Infrastructure Development, Health Reforms, Public Financial Management, Social Development, Conflict Resolution and Environment and Climate Change, IPE Global has implemented more than 300 projects in challenging environments.

IPE Global, with its corporate office in India and overseas office in UK, is expanding its operations in the African continent, through its country offices in Kenya and Ethiopia, which are already operational. 

Both these offices provide exciting opportunities for established sector experts with a zest to bring on-board innovative models of business development, program management and project implementation.

Positions mentioned above are meant for people with strong dedication to the sector, out of box ideas and entrepreneurial skills.

Program Officer, Urban and Infrastructure Development

Experience: Minimum 10 years’ experience in project/program management in donor funded projects;
Educational Qualification: Post-graduation in urban/regional/housing planning would be preferred.
Expertise: Managing programmes in Urban and regional planning, housing and informal settlements, environment assessments, municipal finance and resource mobilization. Previous experience of business development would be added advantage.

• Quality control of all project management deliverables ensuring ISO norms;
• Undertake regular meetings with Project Managers/Team Leaders and clients on project progress and quality of deliverables;
• Conduct research and identify resources for early intelligence project opportunities;
• Networking with partner institutions in the African sub-continent;
• Contribute in technical writing for business development proposals;

Associate Consultant, Urban and Infrastructure Development

Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management/business development in donor funded projects;
Educational Qualification: Minimum graduation in urban/regional/housing planning would be preferred
Expertise: Urban and regional planning, housing and informal settlements, environment assessments, climate change, municipal finance and resource mobilization.

• Assist Program Managers in conducting meetings and discussions on contracts/potential business opportunities;
• Develop and maintain contacts with development partners, organisations and consultants;
• Assist Program Managers/BD Unitsin sourcing and formatting CVs, entering data onto IPE’s online database, and any other support required in preparing Expression of Interests/Technical Proposal;
• Assist Program officers in preparing sub-consultancy contracts, project budgets, client invoices, meeting notes etc.

Associate Consultant, Urban and Infrastructure Development

Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management/business development in donor funded projects;
Educational Qualification: Minimum graduation in urban/regional/housing planning would be preferred
Expertise: Urban and regional planning, housing and informal settlements, environment assessments, climate change, municipal finance and resource mobilization.

• Assist Program Managers in conducting meetings and discussions on contracts/potential business opportunities;
• Develop and maintain contacts with development partners, organisations and consultants;
• Assist Program Managers/BD Unitsin sourcing and formatting CVs, entering data onto IPE’s online database, and any other support required in preparing Expression of Interests/Technical Proposal;
• Assist Program officers in preparing sub-consultancy contracts, project budgets, client invoices, meeting notes etc.

Associate Consultant, Health and Social Development

Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in business development in donor funded projects;
Educational Qualification: Minimum graduation in social sciences, public health would be preferred
Expertise: Health policy and strategic planning, Health Financing, Public Health Management, Maternal, neonatal and child health, HIV AIDS, economic development, gender and conflict.

• Assist Program Managers in conducting meetings and discussions on contracts/potential business opportunities;
• Develop and maintain contacts with development partners, organisations and consultants;
• Assist Program Managers/BD Units in sourcing and formatting CVs, entering data onto IPE’s online database, and any other support required in preparing Expression of Interests/Technical Proposal;
• Assist Program officers in preparing sub-consultancy contracts, project budgets, client invoices, meeting notes etc

Accounts and Administrative Officer

Experience: Minimum 7 years’ experience in accounting and administration;
Educational Qualification: Minimum graduation in Bachelor in Commerce/accounting related discipline
Expertise: Financial Management, accounting, book keeping, office management and administration, contract management.

• Ensure that the finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner
• Maintain cash controls supervising the payroll and personnel administration, purchasing, maintaining accounts payable and managing office operations;
• Report Bank balance & Petty cash on a weekly basis
• Assist with the preparation of project budgets
• Administer employment and Consultant’s agreements;
• Maintain the leave management system of staff and consultants;
• Manage the filing, storage and security of documents;
• Maintain insurance coverage, permits and licenses for company;

Email your detailed CV to ipeafrica@ipeglobal.com

IPE Global also offers exciting advisory and consulting opportunities for senior experts working in the development sector. 

If interested in working with IPE Global as a consultant, please register at
www.ipeglobal.com/consultant_registration.php.

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World Vision Internal Auditor - Finance Job in Kenya

Job Title: Internal Auditor - Finance
 

Employing Office:Kenya Office
 

Purpose of Position     

The primary purpose of the position is to perform audits as assigned by the Audit Manager. 

The auditor assists the Audit Manager in review and audit of projects and programs to ensure the promotion of good stewardship of resources consistent with the purposes for which the funds were given.

The incumbent performs audits that are in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA), the US Government Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAGAS) for US Government Funding and World Vision’s Financial Manual Internal Audit policies and procedures.
 

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• Should have a university degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business or related field. A graduate degree in Accounting or Management is an added advantage.
• Should have related professional qualifications with minimum of CPA or ACCA.
• Should have a minimum of two years’ working experience in audit or accounting. Accounting experience within WVK is an added advantage.
• Should have good communication and quantitative skills. Strong analytical skills are also a prerequisite.
• Must be able to travel extensively within the country and internationally up to 50% of the time.
• Must have good working knowledge of computerised accounting systems, preferably Sun Systems & Vision. Must be computer literate in using Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be able to work independently in remote areas.

Job Details

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Application Details

Director, People and Culture,
World Vision Kenya,
Karen - Nairobi,
Kenya

Application Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Application Deadline: October 10 2012

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National Oil Corporation General Managers Jobs in Kenya: Finance & Administration, Upstream Operations and Downstream Operations

Leadership Opportunities in the Petroleum Industry
 

National Oil Corporation of Kenya is a State Corporation founded under the Companies Act in 1981 with the mandate of participating in all aspects of the Kenyan petroleum industry. National Oil is involved in both Upstream and Downstream activities. 

The Corporation is ISO certified and one of the fastest growing companies in the petroleum industry.

In a bid to support its ambitious growth strategy, National Oil is seeking strategic thinkers with excellent leadership skills to fill the following new senior management positions:

General Manager - Finance and Administration 

(GMFA/09/12)

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Finance and Administration will drive improvement in shared services including Finance, Procurement, HR and Administration, ICT, Safety and Health in order to guarantee effective and efficient operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Participating in the development of the Corporation’s strategy from a shared services’ perspective;
• Overseeing the development, implementation and monitoring of shared services’ budgets;
• Ensuring that shared services’ processes are consistent with the Corporation’s best practices;
• Leading the Heads of Department in the implementation of radical performance improvement targets;
• Enhancing and optimizing the processes for existing products and services offered by the Corporation and ensuring they are consistent with best practices;
• Ensuring that the Corporation’s exposure to risks is mitigated through insurance;
• Participating and monitoring the budget setting process for all departments to ensure that value for money is achieved and spending is allocated in accordance with agreed priorities; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Information Technology, Finance or Accounting;
• Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance, Commerce, or other business related field;
• CPA-K or ACCA;
• Membership of ICPAK/ACCA; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience with 5 years’ experience at a Senior Manager level coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

General Manager - Upstream Operations 

(GMUO/09/12)
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Upstream Operations will lead the Exploration and Production function in supporting the overall strategy by planning, monitoring and reporting the upstream affairs of the Corporation in liaison with the Ministry of Energy.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Administering petroleum legislation, regulations, production sharing agreements and policies;
• Overseeing compliance to statutory requirements and the Corporation’s policies and procedures;
• Conducting internal exploration programmes and leading the evaluation and interpretation of geo-scientific data;
• Promoting exploration acreage and monitoring exploration activities in liaison with the Ministry of Energy;
• Preparing, implementing and monitoring the annual departmental budget;
• Providing technical support to National Advisory Fossil Fuels Committee (NAFFAC) in negotiation and evaluation of work programmes for performance sharing contracts;
• Ensuring that ground activities do not result in conflict or legal suits by the affected communities; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters degree in Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Geochemistry, Petroleum Engineering or Petroleum Geo-Spatial Information Systems;
• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Petroleum Engineering or Geo Spatial Information Systems;
• Demonstrated experience in petroleum development, production and geophysical fundamentals; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience with 5 years’ experience at a Senior Manager level leading petroleum exploration and production activities.

General Manager - Downstream Operations 

(GMDO/09/12)
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Downstream Operations will oversee the cost effective implementation of procurement, supply, distribution and oil reserve processes, ensure excellence in customer service and optimization of sales opportunities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of the Corporation’s operations, customer service, marketing, supply and distribution strategies;
• Leading the control, monitoring and review of oil stocks at third party installations;
• Establishing and maintaining good business relations with local and international suppliers and distributors;
• Spearheading the development, implementation and monitoring of the division’s budget;
• Leading the improvement and marketing of new and existing oil products;
• Approving crude oil and oil product costing and determining local and international cost changes;
• Approving upgrades and maintenance programs to optimize productivity across the Corporation;
• Ensuring the achievement of all Service Level Agreements with suppliers and distributors;
• Enforcing compliance of the Corporation’s policies and procedures to enhance operational safety and health; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters degree in Strategic Management, Purchasing and Supplies, Marketing or other related field;
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Purchasing and Supplies, Marketing, Business Administration or other related field;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience, 5 of which should have been at a senior manager level in purchasing and supplies planning, marketing or operations in the oil sector.

If you are a visionary individual with strong leadership qualities seeking to make a significant impact in the petroleum industry, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating the position applied for and reference number, your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts to reach us on or before 12 October 2012 addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place
Muthangari
P.O. Box 40092 00100, 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke

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