Stuck In Your Career? 5 Tips Of Getting A Promotion Faster

By Tabitha Makumi,
It’s quite a bummer to work for a company but still never get promoted….uko pale pale tu….as our former President liked to say.
So now you’ve decided it’s about time you changed all that stagnation which is leading you to nowheresville and discover how to get a promotion? Well, who doesn’t?
Wanting something and actually getting it are two completely different things – but there are things that you can put into practice RIGHT NOW that can help you get that job promotion
1. Decide where you want to go.
If you don’t have a clue of which position you want to be in then start thinking about it now. Identify what role you want to be promoted to. This could be pretty obvious – for example, from Sales Executive to Sales manager.
Once you identify the position, ask yourself what extra skills you need in order to do that job. Are there any gaps in your skill set? If so, fill them…
It’s also important to pay attention to people who have been recently promoted or who work in the level above you. What skills, experiences and attitudes do they have?
2. Focus on impact, not just output
As you are taking on more and more responsibility, focus on delivering quality work that makes an impact. Be able to show that the work you are doing is improving the company in a material way (for example: increasing sales, making processes more efficient, making programs more effective).
3. Choose the right boss
Choosing the right boss is one of important decisions that you will ever make. It can accelerate your career and enable you get paid more and promoted faster than almost anything else you do or it can make you miserable.
Your boss is going to have an enormous impact on how much you get paid, how much you enjoy your work, how rapidly you get promoted, and every other part of your work life.
And how can you choose a boss you ask? When you are looking for a job, you should interview your potential boss carefully to make sure that he or she is the kind of person you would enjoy working with and for.
This should be someone whom you would respect and look up to, someone who is friendly and supportive and on whom you can depend to help you move ahead as rapidly as possible.
4.Ask for more responsibility
Do you want a promotion like seriously want it? They say that you promote yourself every time you take on a new responsibility.
By doing this you will eventually rise to the level of the responsibility you are willing to accept.
Be the kind of person your boss can count on to get the job done fast. Whatever it takes, treat every assignment you receive as if it were a test upon which your future career depended.
5.Shine at what you are currently doing
Most people tend to think that the fast route to promotion is doing the job they want to be doing rather than the role they should be doing. But if your boss can accuse you of not fulfilling your current job description, why would they offer you a more advanced one?
Look at your job description and make sure you’re performing each and every element of it to the utmost of your ability.
Employ these five strategies to strategies to secure a strong foothold and when the opportunities for getting promoted start to solidify, you could be the first in line to move up.

6 Tips To Write Professional E-Mails That Gets Responses

By Dorcas Karuana,
With the fast growth in ICT e-mails have become a much faster and efficient way to correspond to today’s business; whether promotional emails, follow up emails, sells emails, update emails etc.
Everyone emails and will tell you that s/he know how to write an email. There are emails and then there are professional emails. If your emails are professionally intent, your primary concern each time you write a mail is to get a reply on it.
It is critical to understand what professional image or reputation you portray on the other side of the world each time you push that send button on your email composer.
Here are tips to writing a professional e-mail that gets replies and action plans to take.
1. Avoid the Robot Greeting - The very first thing you should do when writing an email is to greet the recipient. You will be surprised how many people get this wrong, all the time. Emails that start off with robot greeting (a programmed and non-human greeting) never get read to the end. Avoid emails that start off with the following greetings since they are annoying: Hey Webmaster, Dear Admin etc.  Instead, start off with friendly greetings that are a more natural way to greet someone. Use the name of the recipient such as ; “Hi John, …”
2: Don’t Rush into Writing - Take some time to think before writing. Always remember that every e-mail sent out in your name counts and reflects the professional backbone of your business. Before rushing into unveiling your objective for writing the email, take some time to think of how best to introduce yourself. Remember you are writing to a professionally minded fellows, clients or subscribers who want nothing but answers or solutions to their problems.
If writing for the first time to a client use words like:
Hi Adam,
I am Jackson Nwachukwu, a freelance writer and professional blogger at the-name-of-your-blog or company, and then take it from there…
BUT NOT
Hello John,
How are you today? Hope you are doing great in your business and then blah blah blah…
3: Present the Meat of the E-mail – This is the primary purpose of writing the email. Make it Clear and Concise, but not Precipitous.
One thing you must always understand is that people have less time than you can imagine; so make your email clear and concise because time is no luxury to people. However, try not to be so concise or over-careful to the extent of sending emails that are broken, rough or rugged (precipitous). Also be sure to use polite words like “Please” to drive home your point. A word like this means a lot and can make a huge difference.
4: Use a Case Study or Testimonial Where Necessary - Case studies and testimonials have over the years proven to be driving forces that get people doing what you demand of them. It’s often said that “seeing is believing” and so use this to your advantage when writing an email that requires rapid response or reply from the recipient(s).
5: Close with Appealing and Polite Words – Write using polite words to get results in the body as well as when closing your emails.The last part of the email is always the part where you show how concerned you are about the time the reader invested in reading your email, and there is no other way to prove this other than closing the email with appealing and polite words. E.g Thank them for Reading
6: Don’t Rush to Push the Send Button - Alright, you feel you’ve written a great email that will get you that anticipated replies! While you believe so much in your writing, there is still more to it. Remember the emails you send out reflects your professional stand in niche where you operate, so why the rush to push the send button?
Each time you finish writing your email, always edit, format and proofread before sending. Check for grammatical errors, wrong spellings, lines in the email that needs the reader’s eyes, links that needs to be added etc.
Also take a second look at the subject of your email to make sure it delivers at first hand the content of your email. Know that the best time to know if the subject of an email delivers on the content is when you are done with the writing.
Most times you make a promise of attaching a file but forget to do so. This is when you check all these to make sure you deliver. It’s unprofessional to send an email twice just because you forgot to attach a file or failed to proofread the email before sending.
[This Article first appeared on Pro Blogger Source Link]

When Interviewers Ask You Log Into Your Facebook In Job Interview

By Tabitha Makumi,
Let’s be real here….being a Friday and considering how most ‘urban’ Kenyans spend their Friday evenings and weekends, a good throng will probably end up in clubs whether it’s in Lang’ata, Nairobi CBD, Westlands or wherever their hang out joint is.
This will be followed by heavy drinking which will be followed by taking a series of merry making pictures which will end up being posted on, just to name a few… Twitter & Facebook.
That’s just one scenario, here is another…..One Philip Kibet (not his real name) is quite an opinionated guy who likes to post his ‘heavy’ opinion mainly on politics on his Facebook wall…and lest I forget, he is the guy who always leaves a comment on KTN’s, Citizen’s and NTV’s Facebook page with not so good comments.
Or you are that guy or lady who has nothing offensive on their Facebook page.
Sure,  the merry making pictures and the political opinions are personal….but what happens when your future employer asks you to log into your Facebook account during an interview….what will  you do?
You’ve been tarmacking since God knows when, an opportunity came along, you applied, got invited for a job interview and now you are here….log into your Facebook account they tell you.
Are they testing you to see if you can be easily coerced  into doing something you would rather not do? Your heart races and for the life of you don’t know what to do.
Here are three things you can say to get you out of the woods

1.I take my agreements very seriously. And it is against Facebook’s user policy to share my password with anyone else. I’m going to have to respectfully decline your request.
2.I’m sure your firm has a social media policy. Well, it is my own social media policy to use Facebook for personal reasons. I mean no offense, but I’m going to have to decline.
3.Privacy is a very serious matter for me. Should I be employed with your organization, I would honor private company information just as seriously as I honor my own. Even if this means losing a great opportunity for me, I must refuse your request. And know that if I were presented with a similar situation with your private information, I would respond in the same way.
Now, say you hadn’t read this three things which you can say when you are being coerced to log into your Facebook account, what would you say?

Revealed! 6 Things Employers Look For In Your CV

By Dorcas Karuana,
One of the most important questions job seekers should be asking when filling out their resume is: “how do I know I have a fighting chance among the other hundreds of qualifying applicants like myself?” How can you be noticed, how can you stand out?
1. Your professional and educational achievements- Employers will always list the minimum professional or educational qualifications in a job advert. Therefore, is usually the initial step in the short listing process.  Therefore, a job seeker should use keywords, from the advert, that describe your professional areas of expertise (i.e. web design, blogging, financial planning). Also, job titles and descriptions of your education (i.e. MBA) are also excellent keywords.
2. Brevity, Clarity and Ease of information location- Present your profile in a way that is not distracting to the reader. The clearer the presentation style, the more information you get to send out to the recruiter. Too much visual elements may take more than just a few seconds to skim through since they hide more relevant information and may affect the decision making process. The longer it takes to understand the content of the profile, the farther you are away from getting that chance for an interview.
3. Work History
Work Gaps - Hiring managers spot all gaps of 6 months and longer on a candidate’s CV. When an employer scans your resume for 20 seconds, what will they see? If you have had a series of job gaps lasting for more than 6 months, then you may look like a flawed candidate, which raises big red flags on your CV.
Short periods of employment create an impression that you are a job hopper who is not career focused or is never satisfied or terminated due to lack of performance.
Length of work history- You don’t really need to include more than three most recent jobs on your CV depending on the duration of each job. In most cases, there is no need to go back more than about 10 years. Adding anything extra either makes you appear to be too old or else it suggests that you don’t stay in one place too long.
4. Your Value: Show the employer that you are a person of value – that you are constantly producing profitable ideas that will help the business. You’re not a machine that simply does what it’s told; you are a computer that produces new formulas for the benefit of the company. Do something for the company for free and do it before getting hired. Show them you care about the company even though you are not yet part of the company.
5. Your Skills - Skill-sell your way into the job you want by crafting your CV in such a way that you do not just list skills – but list where and how you acquired these skills. Give specific examples, such as: Instead of putting “Works well independently” as a skill, put “Responsible for providing nourishment to the elderly at set times without supervision” in your experience. Setting up your CV with clean and concise skills is more likely to get you a call for an interview.
6. Achievements – You want to create an impression so, never focus on the duties performed in previous employment only. Show the hiring company that you left a lasting positive impression at your last job by showing what you achieved and how it impacted the company. If you have specific data relating to these achievements, include it. E.g  ‘Increased company profit by 14% via the implementation of a new sales strategy’.

Sample Graduate CV For Fresh Graduates

Here is a sample CV for fresh graduates in accounting/ finance fields.It can also be a guide to write CVs for other professions.

EDWIN JOB SEEKER
P.O. Box 40000-00100, Nairobi
Tel: 0720 000 000
Email: edwin2008@yahoo.com

I am an extremely talented, self-motivated, enthusiastic financial/ accounting professional knowledgeable in; preparing financial reports, accounting and financial management standards as well as internal policies and procedures. I can prepare accurate and timely financial reports/statements, journal entries, general ledger operations, preparing monthly financial statements, reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts, payroll, cash flow, budgets, fixed assets, and monitor discrepancies. My goal is to secure a challenging an Accounting/Finance position in a challenging environment that strives for organizational and personal development.
Personal Details
o    Date of Birth:
o    Marital Status:
Education & Professional Qualifications:
o    Certified Public Accountant, Part II, July 2012-Date
o    Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting option), Kenyatta University, 2008-201    2
o    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Mutige , 2004-2007
Key Skills & Competencies:
o    Outstanding knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, fund accounting and fiscal management
o    Good relationship management & negotiation skills in liaising with Banks, other financial institutions and various regulatory authorities
o    Deep knowledge of international finance
o    Ability to achieve strong grasp of operations of various departments within the organization in a short time
o    Strong analytical skills
o    Sound Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines
o    Superb organizational and detail-oriented skills
o    Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data
o    Proficient in Ms office, Navision, amongst others
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Intern – Accountants Assistant;
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Ltd, May 2011-September 2011;
Duties &Responsibilities:
o    Prepared periodic financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, variance analysis
o    Reconciliation of Cedant statements of accounts, premium and loss reserve accounts
o    Analyzed financial performance and so contributing to medium and long-term business planning/forecasts
o    Reconciled Portfolio premiums and loss entries and withdrawals
o    Managed daily accounting activities and credit control including cash management, receivables and payables
o    Ensured proper filing and safe custody of records of accounts
o    Implemented procedures, risk management and internal controls
Electoral Trainer
Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission (IEBC) – 2013 February
Duties and Responsibilities:
o    Implementing the electoral training plans developed by the Commissions headquarters.
o    Developed and distributed electoral training materials at cascaded levels.
o    Carried out actual training of the Presiding Officers their deputies with the supervision of the Returning Officers.
o    Supervising and evaluating other individuals who were engaged in the training of clerks at lower level clusters.
o    Assessed the evaluation forms and compiled electoral training reports that were forwarded to the IEBC.
Significant Work Experience:
o    Bio-Metric Voter (BVR) Registration Clerk, Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission, 2012 December- 2013 January
o    Exam Invigilator, Kenya Institute of Professional Studies, September 2012
o    Polling Clerk  in Referendum 2010, Independent Electoral Commission of Kenya, July-August 2010
Leadership Responsibilities
o    Organising Secretary – Kenyatta University Economics Students Association (KUESA), 2011- 2012
o    Prayer Coordinator – Kenyatta University Christian Union (KUCU), 2010-2011
Awards/ Merits and Recognition
o    Certificate of ….
o    Certificate of ….
Interests/Hobbies:
o    Reading, Travelling, Playing Soccer & Badminton
REFEREES
Please feel free to contact the under mentioned in regard to my competence, work ethic and performance

Interview Answer To ‘Describe Your Ideal Boss’

By Tabitha Makumi
For nearly four months now I have been hearing my friend who works in a company located in Industrial area complain about his Asian boss who happens to be a no nonsense kind of boss.
“I have to be at work before seven….If he finds us idle during the day he threatens to cut our salary by half……at the evening even if all the work is done, we still have to wait until five to go home….argh!” and that has been the story of my friend’s life for four months.
But enough is enough my friend has decided. She is now job hunting and has been invited for an interview next week. “I just hope that if I get this new job my boss will be easy…you know, someone totally different from my current boss,” she says to me.
Most of us feel the same way but what would you still say “I am looking for an easy going boss” in an interview when the interviewer ask s you to describe your ideal boss?
This is a slightly tricky question and such questions are best answered sensibly .
When answering such a question, try to use terms that are more general than specific and as least categorical as possible.
Stick to traits in a boss that would help you with your job just in case you are asked to explain. Answer with,
“The ideal boss is definitely someone who can be a good mentor, someone who can keeps communication open.”
Or
“An ideal boss is a leader in the working environment that is sensitive towards his/her employees, treats them equally and fair.”
While answering such a question here are things you will need to consider
1.Try to strike a balance whereby you refer to your ability to work independently as well as your comfort with taking specific direction from a boss.
2. Don’t criticize your past supervisor. Your future employer will likely assume you are a difficult employee and don’t be surprised when s/he starts siding  with your former employer.
3. Stop the fantasies of having an all good boss…The fantasies may get you carried so as to imply that you have unrealistic expectations for some super boss out there.

High Ranking CV For Joseph Kinyua, Former PS Finance

Mr. Joseph K. Kinyua was appointed in president Uhuru’s administration to serve as the Chief Of Staff and Head of public Service.
The former long-serving Treasury permanent secretary was among the most powerful bureaucrats during former President Mwai Kibaki’s 10-year term until when there was change of power to Jubilee government that saw the PS positions abolished and replaced by principal secretaries under the new constitution.
Mr Kinyua, 62 years, was the central figure in the execution and oversight of most economic policies in Kibaki’s government. For years, he led the team that crafted the annual Budget, the Treasury’s most important policy document that guides the government on raising and spending money.

Joseph Kinyua left and President Uhuru at State House.

As a high-ranking economist who had worked at both the Treasury and the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), Mr Kinyua was a major actor in policy decisions over the past three decades. He took his first government posting in 1980 as an economist in CBK’s research department
Below is his Curriculum Vitae for Joseph Kinyua
Education Background
Masters of Arts in Economics, University Of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA Econ), University Of Nairobi
Work Experience
1978- Assistant Lecturer at Nairobi University
1980 – Joined the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and worked his way through the ranks from an Economist to Director of Research.
1985 – 1990 – Worked as an Economist on a fixed term appointment with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), after which he returned back to the CBK.
June 1995 – Appointed Financial Secretary to the Treasury a position he held until
July 1999 – Rejoined the CBK as Director of Financial Markets
October 2000 -  Appointed the Chief Economist of the CBK.
September 2002 – Appointed as the PS in the Ministry of Finance
January 2003 – Appointed PS in the Ministry of Planning and National Development.
July 2003 – Appointed PS in the Ministry of Agriculture where
July 2004 – Re- appointed PS to the Ministry of Finance
Board Members Memberships
Mr. Kinyua has also served as Director on several boards of State Corporations. He is also a member of the Programme Committee of the African Economie Research Consortium (AERC) and Alternate Governor, World Bank Board of Governors.
He has served in the following Boards:
Permanent Secretary for Treasury and Director, Central Bank of Kenya
Director, Member of Board Audit Committee and Member of Board Technical Committee, East African Portland Cement Company Limited
Director, Kenya Railways Corporation
Non-Executive Director, Member of Audit & Risk Management Committee and Member of Nominations Committee, Kenya Airways Ltd.
Director, Member of Board Audit Committee and Member of Board Human Resource & Strategy Committee, Mumias Sugar Company Limited
Permanent Secretary of Treasury, Director, Member of Credit, Legal & Remedial Committee, Member of Finance & ICT Committee, Member of Nominations Committee, Member of Operations, Marketing & Business Development Committee, Member of Tender, Supplies & Premises Committee and Member of Staff & Corporate Affairs Committee, National Bank of Kenya Ltd.
Director, East African Development Bank
Director, Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
Director, Kenya Pipeline Company Ltd.
P. S Treasury and Director, Consolidated Bank of Kenya Limited
Director, National Oil Corporation of Kenya Limited
Director, the Kenya Post Office Savings Bank
2004- Present, Director, the Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited
2004- Present, Director, Kenya Commercial Bank Ltd.
2004- Present, Permanent Secretary to The Treasury, Director and Member of Audit Committee, Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Ltd.
2004- N/A, Former Director, Housing Finance Company of Kenya Ltd.
2008-Present, Non Executive Director, Safaricom Limited
Other Affiliations
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited
Central Bank of Kenya
Safaricom Limited
Kenya Commercial Bank Ltd.
University Of Nairobi
East African Portland Cement Company Limited
Kenya Railways Corporation
Kenya Airways Ltd.
Mumias Sugar Company Limited
National Bank of Kenya Ltd.
East African Development Bank
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
East African Cables Ltd.
Housing Finance Company of Kenya Ltd.
Kenya Pipeline Company Ltd.
Consolidated Bank of Kenya Limited
National Oil Corporation of Kenya Limited
The Kenya Post Office Savings Bank

10 Ways To Create a Strong Email Cover Letter

By Dorcas Karuana,
Applying for a job is a process that should be given enough time and careful planning. It is the only opportunity that gives you a chance to express your interest in working for your potential employer and why you are the best among hundreds if not thousands of applicants.
If you are job searching in Kenya, it is likely that you will find most job advertisements being applied online. Where you are either filling in online application forms and/or sending out your CV.  Some job seekers are never aware of what documents to send and will attach their testimonials even when not asked to in the advert. So follow the instructions given.
When making online applications, the body of your email should be the cover letter that you attach on the email. As part of this process one can assume that the person reading what you have written won’t have much time to focus on what you have to say, which is never the case.
This is the sad truth  is that Human Resource Managers have around 30 seconds of time dedicated on your application and draw some quick conclusions from it. This includes the process that starts from reading and opening up your email, and clicking on the attached CV. Therefore your email cover letter is an important part of the process and that it needs to be well thought out, short and punchy!
Here are some tips to get you started:
1. At the top of your email, either in the subject box or before you introduce yourself, you should state which job that you’re applying for.
2. You should assume that you have two short paragraphs before you sign off your email. In those two paragraphs, you should aim to answer the questions – who you are and why you’re right for this role?
3. First paragraph- Explain in details who you are in terms of what it is that you have done with your life so far. Describe this in a way that positions you well in the reader’s mind for the role that they seek to fill. This paragraph is also the place for you to say how delighted you would be to work for this organisation and to be considered as a candidate
4. Second paragraph -Explain why you are the ideal candidate.  Identify the key contributions that you can make in terms of your skills, qualifications and experience, which make you a great candidate for this job. Keep it tight and don’t repeat, where possible, what is coming in the attached CV. At the same time, remember that the reader may not look at the CV at all if they do not think the cover email is interesting enough.
5. Be professional and be authentic. Think about why you are right for the role and why you have chosen to apply for this particular job. You want to get across that you have specifically identified this role as being a good fit for you and the organisation, and by putting this in your own words and being authentic about it, your uniqueness will shine through.
6. Address it to a person by title or much better by name – Find out who will be reading this email and what their position/role is? If you do your research, you can find out what it is that this person is looking for, where they sit within the organisation and what is important to them. The more you can target your note towards the receiver of it the better
7. Include an email signature so that you can easily be contacted. Your CV should also include your contact details however making sure that the email also makes it obvious how to get in touch with you is helpful
8. Make sure you follow instructions and are sending everything as it is required and requested in your email. Check if your CV should be sent as an attachment and if so – if it should be in a particular format e.g. word (check what version) or pdf.
9. Simple, clear and concise is better. Don’t go crazy with fonts and colours. Keep it simple, easy to read and easy on the eyes. Also make sure that the font size is good for your reader.
10. Stay fairly formal. It’s an email but don’t forget that it is an application for an important job that you want to be taken serious as a candidate for. Start your email with a ‘Dear Mr or Ms X’. Avoid any abbreviations
Dorcas is a Human Resource Officer at Corporate Staffing Services. Email: dorcas@corporatestaffing.co.ke. Website www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Administrator Jobs in Kenya. Retail Firm

Administration Jobs in Kenya
Summary
Our client, a medium sized outdoor advertising and retail franchising firm would like to fill the position of an Administrator. You will provide day to day administrative and organisational office management to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
The Administrator is the first point of contact for clients and stakeholders and is responsible for:
General office management including maintaining a filing system, and being the first point f contact in the company
Perform human resource duties as may be required
Being the custodian of office security and assets.
Organize frequent trips with hotel and flight booking and prepare travel settlement
Assist in the planning of all meetings and /or conferences and events organization as required
Procurement of stationary and other items, close liaison for the shared Driver services, etc.
Keep an up-to-date record of all staff matters and personnel files including annual leave and sickness records.
Ensure that office cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
Harmonize and supervise company courier services
Maintain correspondence files – document control and maintain records through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding, and updating
Bookkeeping, checking invoices and preparing regular payments to service providers
Manage the office’s accounts and the petty cash, reconcile bank statements monthly and ensure that funds are always sufficiently available
Maintain an adequate inventory of office stationery supplies, kitchen supplies and company asset register
Review and ensure that the reception area, all incoming and outgoing mail, telephone registers, delivery books and filing of letters are properly maintained, and following up on any exceptions.
Staff supervision
Qualification and experience
Degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Studies
3 – 5 years experience in administration; experience in an financial institution would be an asset
Strong organization and administrative skills – attention to detail is essential
Ability to handle pressure
Strong Customer Service Orientation
Good planning and organising skills
Comfortable communicating with employees at all levels in the business
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 14th October 2013
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Advertising Account Kenyan Jobs

Sales & Marketing Kenyan Jobs
Summary of profile
Our client, a medium sized outdoor advertising and retail franchising firm would like to fill the position of an Advertising Account Executive.
Reporting to the Business Development manager, you will grow sales in outdoor media and branding initiatives from corporate players and advertising agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Developing new accounts and augmenting the business of existing accounts
Identifies prospects, advertising, marketing and business issues and matches these with the organization’s capabilities
Develops tactics for pursuing selected prospects
Participates in sales presentations, negotiations and sales closings
Helps clients develop adverting strategies and solutions to creative logical and technical problems
Responsible for estimating costs and monitoring project timelines
Manage the selling process to external customers, including pricing contract negotiations
Improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Own strong, multi-level relationships with new and existing customers (including main decision makers and influencers)
Actively engage Customer Service into relevant customer contacts to improve strategic relationships, to proactively resolve problems.
Analyze Market Intelligence sources and use data to drive sales efforts and lead generation.
Actively manage key stake holders at origin and other contact offices to ensure relationships are built and used to ensure the Company’s visibility is improved.
Qualification and experience
Degree in Business Administration
Minimum 2yrs sales accounts or related experience; exposure in the advertising industry will be an added advantage
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
Good coordination skills
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 14th October 2013
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Graphics Designer Jobs in Kenya 2013

Graphic Designer Jobs in Kenya
Summary
Our client, a medium sized outdoor advertising and retail franchising firm would like to fill the position of a Graphic Designer. The Graphic Designer will be required to come up with creative graphic designs with high visual impact for clients.
Key Responsibilities
Develop high precision artworks for as per clients requirements
Attend client planning meetings and present plans and information to client for review and approval
Develop product specifications and double check the specifications against the plans
Coming up with creative ideas and concepts to better the artworks
Manage projects from concept through completion.
Liaising with the printers and photographers to ensure quality job standards.
Qualification and experience
Minimum 2yrs graphic design experience
Strong use of Adobe Creative suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design), Corel draw
Ability to keep abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Corel Draw
Experience in designing print and web interface layouts necessary (send a sample of work done)
Good creativity and design skills
Initiative and passion about graphics design.
Outstanding communication skills both verbal & written technical
Strong conceptualizing, creative skills and ability to generate different ideas and concepts for a publication and design collateral
Must show attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and unsupervised
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 14th October 2013
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Sales Business Coordinator Kenyan Jobs

Sales & Marketing Kenyan Jobs
Summary
Our client, a medium sized outdoor advertising and retail franchising firm would like to fill the position of a Retail Business Coordinator.
The Retail Business Coordinator will be responsible for growth of the retail business.
The position will also be responsible for coordination of sales and marketing efforts and service delivery across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement the organization’s retail business strategies in line with the overall strategic plan;
Prepare yearly retail budgets
Ensure excellent service delivery and take up service delivery issues with Customer Service Manager;
Ensure there is optimum brand visibility of the retail arm of the business
Identify target markets and exploring new opportunities to generate business for the outlets
Prepare operational plans for the retail operations; including setting revenue targets, mapping distribution channels, etc
Continually review the distribution channels for their effectiveness: this will entail identifying new outlets and improving non performing ones; exploring other channels etc. Managing the existing outlets
Contribute to category marketing plans, with customer & category analysis and promotional strategy
Develop and implement the client’s promotional strategy  across customers/channels
Contribute to marketing plans, with customer & category analysis and promotional strategy
Qualification and experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field;
Diploma in sales & marketing will be an added advantage;
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar capacity;
Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, negotiating and leadership skills;
Commercial awareness.
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 14th October 2013
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

HELB IT Jobs Kenya. Systems Administrator

IT Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Exciting Career Opportunity
Higher Education Loans Board [HELB] is seeking to recruit a candidate to fill the following position:
Systems Administrator
For a detailed job description, job file and application procedure please visit HELB website
www.helb.co.ke.
Your application should be received on or before close of business on 11th October 2013.
HELB is an equal opportunity employer.
ISO 9001:2008 Certified

COVAW Executive Director Kenyan Jobs

NGO Kenyan Jobs 2013.
The Position: Executive Director
Location: Nairobi, with regional and international travel /
Closing date: October 11, 2013
The Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) is a women’s human rights organization that works
towards a society free from all forms of violence against women.
We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated and creative women’s rights defender to serve as the COVAW Executive Director.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide overall leadership in strategic direction for the organization through its office in Nairobi.
The person should have:
• At least a Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Business Management, Human
Rights or related fields or the equivalent.
• Relevant experience in management and Governance.
• Strategic Management and Process Skills.
• Proven track record in resource mobilization and management.
• Proven people management and leadership skills with a strong track record of developing people.
• Ability to provide strategic financial sustainability and overall financial oversight; ensuring financial
management in line with COVAW internal controls and adherence to international financial standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and good negotiation skills.
• Commitment to COVAW values.
• Ability to work and perform under pressure.
• Ability to communicate in both English and Kiswahili, both oral and written (e.g. proposal writing)
including public speaking.
• Basic understanding of electronic communications and standard office computer software.
• Knowledge/familiarity with national, regional and other international mechanisms/ instruments on
women’s rights.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally.
Visit www.covaw.or.ke to get a copy of the full job description.
How to Apply:
Please send:
1) Current CV, 3 referees and cover letter (addressing how you meet the necessary qualifications);
2) A personal statement, of not more than 800 words expressing why you think you are best suited for
the position and why you want to become the next Executive Director for COVAW.
E-mail: recruit@covaw.or.ke (please include “Executive Director” in the subject line of the email)
No phone calls please. Only email applications will be accepted.
The application closing date is October 11, 2013 by 5 pm EAT. C.Vs will be reviewed as they are received.
We thank all who apply, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
COVAW encourages, promotes and supports diversity in all aspects of its work.

Pwani University Cashiers Jobs Mombasa- 7 Posts

University Jobs in Kenya 2013. Cashiers
Pwani University, a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer.
The University’s Mission is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University has the following employment opportunities:-
Cashier Grade I – 7 Positions
Ref: PU/ADV/4/9/2013
Applicants must have KCSE mean Grade of D or equivalent, with at least two (2) years relevant working experience in a similar position, applicants with cashier training background will have an added advantage
Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 16th October, 2013.
The Vice-Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O. Box 195 – 80108
Kilifi.
Email:hr@pu.ac.ke
Women Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Pwani University is an equal opportunity and gender sensitive employer.
The positions will remain open until filled.

Pwani University Secretaries Jobs Kenya – 4 Posts

University  Kenyan Jobs 2013. Secretaries
Pwani University, a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer.
The University’s Mission is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University has the following employment opportunities:-
Secretaries Grade A – 2 Positions
Ref: PU/ADV/2/9/2013
Applicants should be holders of KCSE mean grade C (Plain) or KCE Div II, with a Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualifications from a recognized examining body and at least 3 years working experience in a busy office.
In addition, applicants must have a minimum typing speed of 50 w/pm and knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Secretaries Grade III/IV – 2 Positions
Ref: PU/ADV/3/9/2013
Applicants should be holders of KCSE mean grade D (plain) or equivalent or equivalent, with stage I/II Certificates in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualifications from a recognized examining body and at least two (2) years working experience in a busy office.
In addition, applicants must have a minimum typing speed of 50 w/pm and knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 16th October, 2013.
The Vice-Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O. Box 195 – 80108
Kilifi.
Email: hr@pu.ac.ke
Women Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Pwani University is an equal opportunity and gender sensitive employer.
The positions will remain open until filled.

Pwani University Jobs. Registrar (Research & Extension)

University Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Pwani University, a Premier University at the Coast situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi is an equal opportunity employer.
The University’s Mission is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research by molding students to international standards and encouraging and supporting members of staff to undertake research.
The University has the following employment opportunities:-
Registrar (Research and Extension) PU/ADV/1/9/13
Requirements An applicant must:
 Be a holder of PhD and be well published
 Have served in a senior administrative position in a university or research institution preferably at the level of a Deputy Registrar or equivalent for a continuous period of not less than three years.
 Demonstrate ability to comply with deadlines
 Have proven knowledge of fundraising and experience with donor funding requirements
 Be conversant with university, national, and international policies on research funding
 Be conversant with extension, linkages and collaboration
 Have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
 Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism in compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Duties and Responsibilities The Registrar (Research and Extension) of the University will:
• Implement the coordination of the direction, organization and administration of research programmes in the University
• Implement the promotion and coordination of research, scientific publications, innovations, extension and technology transfer to the community
• Implement collaboration and linkages with both local and international institutions of higher learning and industry for academic research and innovation programmes
• Implement Coordination of workshops and seminars for outreach programmes on technology transfers
• Implement promotion of knowledge dissemination to meet the needs of the University and the community through publications and exhibitions
• Implement mobilization and solicitation of financial support for research and community extensions through fundraising and activities from industries, business companies and research organizations
• Be accountable to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Extension) for proper management of the Division of Research and Extension.
Terms & Conditions of Service
Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
The appointments will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should submit detailed curriculum vitae, (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, research leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages), copies of certificates, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts. They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 16th October, 2013.
The Vice-Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O. Box 195 – 80108
Kilifi.
Email: hr@pu.ac.ke
Women Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Pwani University is an equal opportunity and gender sensitive employer.
The positions will remain open until filled.

Wananchi Sacco Internal Audit Jobs

Audit Careers in Kenya
Applications are invited for the position of an Internal Audit Manager at Wananchi Sacco Society Limited.
Prospective Candidates must possess the following;
Qualifications
Aged between 30-45 years
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or equivalent with accounting or finance major.
Must hold CPA (K) and be registered with ICPAK.
Those with CISA and IIA qualifications will have an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum of 3 (three) years’ experience in a busy environment and preferably in a Deposit Taking Sacco.
Skills & Competencies
Establish risk based audit programs and oversee their execution.
Hands on experience in computerized Accounting Systems.
Conversant with recognized quality systems
Good analytical and reporting skills
High integrity and honesty
Applicants who meet the above requirements are requested to send their applications in hard copy addressed to the Chairman.
They must attach their Curriculum Vitae, Testimonials and provide details of three Referees one of whom must be a professional referee so as to reach the undersigned on or before Monday 30th September 2013.
The position offers competitive remuneration package and benefits to the successful candidate.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Chairman
Wananchi Sacco Society Ltd
P. O. Box 910-10106
Othaya.

AAR Health Services Careers 2013

Accountant  Careers in Kenya
Enrollment Administrator
AAR Health Services Group is the leading Health Maintenance Organization in East Africa.
AAR provides Pre paid Health & Medical Services to its clients, medical services to the general public and is renowned for its state-of-the art and cutting edge facilities and services. This position manages effective and efficient administration of membership registration, card production and storage of membership documents, premium payments and generation of sales agent’s commissions.
The same ensures optimal functioning of the Membership Admin system and offer technical support to users.
Key Responsibilities
o Manage Daily Operations of the Membership & DPU units.
o Staff Administration of membership & DPU staff.
o Generation & review of membership reports.
o Technical support on membership related aspects.
o Benefit and Premium Management (CCA).
o Broker & Commissions management (CCA/BMS).
o Budgets preparation and management of costs.
o Quality of service and customer satisfaction.
o Proper disposal of waste paper.
Persons Specifications
University graduate with a Major in Business/Audit/Accounts related field ICT Competency
-Advanced Computer any system knowledge skills (must have an interest) OTHER COMPETENCIES:
Possess strong communication, negotiation and sound administrative skills.
Ability to prioritize, multitask and provide satisfactory solutions involving the new and unexpected.
Proven Leadership skills, good inter-personal skills, and high level of integrity to enhance corporate performance,
Attention to detail and mathematical skills critical.
Qualified candidates should send us comprehensive applications and up-to-date CVs, copies of certificates including daytime telephone numbers, by email or courier to the address below so as to reach us by 29th September 2013.
Your application should include three referees, none of whom should be your relative and all of whom should have supervised you, taught you or known you through work.
The referees’ information should include day time telephone numbers and email addresses. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.
The Human Resources Manager
AAR Health Services (U) Ltd
Plot 16A Elizabeth Avenue-Kololo
P.O.Box 6240 Kampala Uganda
Email: hr@aar.co.ug

SACCO Internal Audit Job Vacancies

Audit Jobs in Kenya
The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority, a State Corporation with a mandate to License, Supervise and Regulate Sacco Societies in Kenya seeks to recruit qualified persons or the positions of:-
Internal Audit & Risk Officer
Ref: SASRA /HRA/2/2 (74)
The position holder will provide value added services in advising on risk areas, monitoring compliance and continuously improving internal control systems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develop and maintain a sound audit manual detailing audit norms, procedures and standards.
2. Plan and implement operational, information system and other investigative audits.
3. Ensure compliance with the law and regulations with respect to Authority operations.
4. Appraise the effectiveness and efficiency of financial and administrative controls and advise Management and the Board.
5. Ensure implementation of approved audit recommendations
6. Develop risk and compliance management strategies and work plans.
7. Undertake risk assessment and make necessary recommendations
8. Train and create awareness throughout the organization on risk identification and management.
Minimum qualifications, Experience and Skills
1. A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized university.
1. Certified Public Accountant – CPA (K)
2. Certified Information Systems Audit(CISA) and OR Certified Internal Auditor(CIA) qualifications and membership to the respective professional bodies
3. Member of the institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
4. At least five years relevant experience, three (3) of which must be as a full Internal Audit & Risk management position.
5. Be well versed with internationally accepted auditing standards and computerized Accounting.
SASRA is an equal opportunity employer, interested candidates should submit their applications enclosing detailed CV, current position, 3 referees and their contact email address and telephone numbers quoting the reference above to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority
P.O. Box 25089-00100
NAIROBI
To reach us not later than 27th September, 2013
Note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted and canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Senior Internal Auditor Vacancies 2013

Audit Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (KEVEVAPI) is a State corporation established in 1990 under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries.
The Institute is charged with the responsibility of production, manufacturing, research and marketing of veterinary vaccines.
The Institute’s Board of Management seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative, result oriented and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions:
Senior Internal Auditor – One Post
VPI.11
Job profile:
Reporting to the Board, the incumbent will be responsible for the Internal Audit function in ensuring that the management policies and procedures are adhered to and that internal controls are effective
Key Responsibilities
reviewing of internal control systems;
verifying operations and activities on the utilization of the Institute’s resources;
carrying out audit checks to ensure validity and accuracy;
interpreting financial policies for sound auditing and control;
undertaking special audit investigations as may be required;
preparing audit reports and follow up on implementation of recommendations; interpreting the regulations of the Institute pertaining to financial control and management;
implementing audit tasks and analyzing outcomes and prepare report on required changes;
undertaking fraud investigations to ensure that the operational plan and procedures are implemented;
developing and implementing audit management systems;
carrying out risk assessment and develop management guidelines; and
preparation and implementation of annual audit plans.
Qualifications:
served as Internal Auditor for at least three (3) years;
Part III of the Certified Public Accountants of Kenya its equivalent from a recognised Institution;
or
Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting Option/Finance) or its equivalent from a recognised Institution; Plus Part II of CPA
Comply with the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.
Competences:
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions
Good interpersonal and team building skills necessary to drive initiatives and achieve results
Computer literate.
Remuneration:
The salary scale attached to the post is in the Institutes’ harmonized scale of VPI.11 plus other allowances commensurate to this position applicable in the Institute.
Mode of Application:
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications together with their detailed C.V’s, photocopies of their academic and professional certificates and testimonials indicating their daytime telephone contacts – either landline or mobile and the names and contact addresses of three referees, to reach the undersigned on or before Friday, 27th September 2013.
KEVEVAPI is an Equal opportunity employer.
Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Managing Director,
KEVEVAPI
P.O. Box 53260 – (00200)
Nairobi.
Email: vaccines@kevevapi.org

Audit Job Vacancies Kenya SASRA

Audit Vacancies in Kenya 2013.
The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA), a State Corporation with a mandate to License, Supervise and Regulate Sacco Societies in Kenya seeks to recruit qualified persons or the positions of:-
Internal Audit  Risk Officer
Ref: SASRA /HRA/2/2 (74)
The position holder will provide value added services in advising on risk areas, monitoring compliance and continuously improving internal control systems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a sound audit manual detailing audit norms, procedures and standards.
Plan and implement operational, information system and other investigative audits.
Ensure compliance with the law and regulations with respect to Authority operations.
Appraise the effectiveness and efficiency of financial and administrative controls and advise Management and the Board.
Ensure implementation of approved audit recommendations
Develop risk and compliance management strategies and work plans.
Undertake risk assessment and make necessary recommendations
Train and create awareness throughout the organization on risk identification and management.
Minimum qualifications, Experience and Skills
A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized university.
Certified Public Accountant – CPA (K)
Certified Information Systems Audit (CISA) and OR Certified Internal Auditor(CIA) qualifications and membership to the respective professional bodies
Member of the institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
At least five years relevant experience, three (3) of which must be as a full Internal Audit  Risk management position.
Be well versed with internationally accepted auditing standards and computerized Accounting.
How to Apply
SASRA is an equal opportunity employer, interested candidates should submit their applications enclosing detailed CV, current position, 3 referees and their contact email address and telephone numbers quoting the reference above to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority
P.O. Box 25089-00100
Nairobi
To reach us not later than 27th September, 2013
Note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted and canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Seniors Audit Job Vacancies

Audit Vacancies in Kenya
RSM Ashvir and RSM Ashvir Consulting Ltd are member firms of RSM International, the 7th largest network of independent accounting and consulting firms, represented by 99 member and correspondent members firms in 102 countries.
The combined network is supported by over 32,600 people including 3,126 partners in 702 offices on hand to serve clients.
To support our expansion strategies, we are inviting applications from pro-active and dynamic individuals for the following position:Audit Seniors
Reporting to the audit manager, the seniors will be responsible for:
Preparing the audit plan for partner and manager approval
Conducting audits in accordance with the firm’s quality control standards
Liaison with clients on audit time frames and ensuring timely communications relating to audit matters
Reviewing tax and company secretarial compliance on the allocated audit clients, under the supervision of audit manager
Supervising and coaching the audit team on site
Qualifications
An undergraduate degree
CPA(K), CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
Minimum of three years of audit experience with good exposure in audits of manufacturing, investment property and trading companies with a flair of understanding of tax matters.
Audit experience in financial services companies will be an added advantage.
Well rounded working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and International Standards on Auditing
Well honed interpersonal skills and IT skills
This position carries prospects of fast career growth based on performance, competitive compensation and opportunities of secondments within RSM Ashvir practices in East Africa for all round professional development.
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the above criteria, send in your application and a detailed CV indicating your current pay and daytime contact number to the following address by 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Managing Partner,
RSM Ashvir, 1st Floor, Reliance Centre, Woodvale Grove,
Westlands.P.O. Box 44 – 00606,
Nairobi, Kenya.
E-mail: info@ke.rsmashvir.com

Principal Internal Auditor Job Vacancy

Audit Careers in Kenya
Principal Internal Auditor (NYACASB 9 – ONE POSITION
Duties and Responsibilities
The Internal Auditor is directly responsible to the County Assembly service board for:
(i) The reconciliation of budgetary allocations with monthly expenditure summaries;
(ii) Ensuring County Assembly Assets i.e. plant and equipment, supplies, stores etc are appropriately recorded in relevant registers and are maintained and kept safely;
(iii) Undertaking a variety of audit assignment relating to pre-audit of payments, evaluation and review of internal control systems and report on any weaknesses;
(iv) Evaluation of the effectiveness of existing Financial regulations and establish the level of compliance in practice;
(v) compiling and preparing monthly reports to the County Assembly Board based on the audit observation made.
Requirements for Appointment
(i) A Bachelor of Commerce Degree Accounting option;
(ii) Certified Public Accountant (K) or it’s acceptable equivalent with current registration with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.;
(iii) A minimum of five (5) years progressive post -qualification experience in the Public Service or in a large organization.
Preferential Criteria During Selection
Suitably qualified applicants will enjoy preferential treatment in the order below:
1. Applicants serving in positions at the County Assembly;
2. Applicants serving in the Public Service in the County;
2. Applicants serving in the Public Service in the Republic;
4. Applicants who are residents of Nyandarua County;
6. Applicants from the rest of the Country.
Application Criteria
1.Persons interested in filling in the above positions should submit applications in own hand writing accompanied by two page  Curriculum Vitae, Certified Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, and
any other relevant documents.
2. In addition, Applicants for the position of Clerk of County Assembly should submit certificate of clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Higher Education Loans Board, Criminal Investigation Department and the Kenya Revenue
Authority as part of compliance with Chapter six of Constitution of Kenya 2010. All applications should clearly indicate the position applied for in the reference line and be addressed to;
The Secretary,
County Assembly Service Board,
County Assembly of Nyandarua,
P. O. Box 720-20303
Ol ’Kalou
Or be hand delivered to the office of the Interim Clerk of County Assembly located at the premises of the Former Ol ‘Kalou Town Council opposite Ol’kalou Police Station so as to reach him not later than 11th October, 2013
Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Agency Manager Jobs in Kenya

Marketing Kenyan Jobs
Our Agency provides insurance solutions both to large corporates and the SME sector in a refreshing style with large elements of out of the box thinking.
In order to grow locally and set up a platform for the region, our Agency seeks to hire an Agency Manager, who will report to the CEO.
Qualifications, Experience and Skill
Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business, Marketing, or Insurance field.
Certificate of Proficiency from college of insurance is a must for this Position.
At Least 3 years working Experience in an Agency or Insurance Company.
Application Process
Kindly send your CV and cover letter detailing your experience, qualification and motivation for the job DN/A and address it to The CEO as soon as you read this advert.
All Applications should be done on or before Monday 7th October 2013.
The Advertiser
DNA 1572
P. O. Box
49010-00100Nairobi
Kenya

Corporate Schemes Asst Jobs in Kenya

Latest Jobs in Kenya
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement.
The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.
Corporate Schemes Assistant
Ref: HRD/CSA/09/13
Reporting to the Corporate Schemes Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Ensuring efficient and timely delivery of service to third-party clients and that third party support is available at the service points.
Providing information to external and internal customers.
Ensuring proper record keeping and maintaining an effective document handling system for the schemes
Updating corporate schemes individual staff listing database.
Arranging proper credit facilities, including renewals and terminations of accounts as they fall due.
Identifying and solving problems affecting the third party clients to their satisfaction.
Assisting third party patients who may need administrative assistance.
Vetting and maintaining record of returns from corporate clients to confirm actual account status.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Diploma in Business Administration
Degree will be an added advantage
Computer literate
Minimum 1 year experience in a busy credit department preferably in the service industry.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 or recruitment@nbihosp.org
To be received not later than 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Registrars Medical Jobs in Kenya

Medical Careers in Kenya
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement.
The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.
Senior Registrars
Ref: HRD/SR/09/13
Opportunities are available in the specialisations of Internal Medicine, Obstetrics / Gynaecology, Radiology and Pathology.
These are competitive full time positions and the successful candidates will be responsible for managing cases in their respective disciplines leading to specialist recognition by Kenya MedicalPractitioners and Dentists Board.
Cross cutting duties include:
Patient evaluation.
Undertaking clinical procedures and examinations.
Carrying out ward rounds with Consultants.
Enhancing evidence based practice.
Championing continuous quality improvement in clinical practise and service delivery.
Participating in research, developing clinical protocols and facilitating CME.
Mentoring medical officers and medical students in the clinics and wards.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Masters of Medicine in any of the listed specialist areas.
Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
Possess professional indemnity.
Sound diagnostic skills and judgment.
Detail orientated.
Good interpersonal relations.
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 or recruitment@nbihosp.org
To be received not later than 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nairobi Hospital HR Officer Kenyan Jobs

Human Resource Jobs in Kenya
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement.
The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.
Human Resources Officer
Ref: HRD/HRO/09/13
Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the successful candidate will be the HR Business Partner for the assigned division.
Particular responsibilities include:
Participating in developing actively in implementing all strategic and operational aspects of the HR Cycle across the Hospital. Providing advisory services to line managers on human capital issues e.g. staffing levels, recruitment, deployment, discipline, performance management, training and development, legislative and policy requirements.
Providing guidance, counselling and advisory support to staff.
Enabling effective grievance handling and dispute resolution.
Participating in implementation of training and development programs.
Working with line managers across the business disciplines to implement change management programs.
Fostering harmonious employee and industrial relations.
Ensuring the all HR related costs for assigned divisions are within budget.
Maintaining up to date staff records.
Facilitating continual improvement of the Hospital’s HR policies and practices.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Bachelors Degree.
Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management.
Good knowledge of labour laws.
At least 4 years solid generalist experience in a busy Human Resources Department.
Effective advisory skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Member of IHRM.
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 or recruitment@nbihosp.org
To be received not later than 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Maintenance Supervisors Jobs in Kenya

Engineering Jobs in Kenya
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement.
The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.
Maintenance Supervisors
Ref: HRD/MS/09/13
Reporting to the Assistant Engineer – Plant, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Ensuring that all building structures, services, plant and machinery within the hospital are in a proper state to deliver safe and optimal output.
Implementing effective planned preventative maintenance.
Carrying out routine inspections to identify repair and maintenance needs
Coordinating daily checklist updates to facilitate timely repairs and maintenance.
Ensuring that work delivered by contracted external parties conforms to the required standards.
Processing job requests to completion.
Providing baseline data for weekly reports.
Ensuring that the materials being received in the department is of the expected quality.
Monitoring stock levels and ensuring timely order for consumables.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/ Building and Civil Services Engineering.
At least three (3) years relevant working experience.
Demonstrable leadership skills.
Effective analytical problem solving skills.
Good communication and report writing skills.
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 or recruitment@nbihosp.org
To be received not later than 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

General Manager Micro- Finance Jobs Kenya.

General Manager Micro- Finance jobs kenya
Our client is a newly registered deposit taking micro-finance and is seeking to recruit a General Manager to be based in Nairobi Kenya.
The main purpose of the role is the overall responsibility for the day to day running of operations, establish and develop the business to predefined and agreed targets as well as, ensuring compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Candidate’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to

Compliance
To assist with necessary preparation of documentation pertaining to local submissions to regulatory authorities including Central Bank of Kenya and other stakeholders
To comply with Company policies, regulations and rules
Business development
Develop and execute a sales and marketing programme to increase market penetration & business.
Identify and analyze new trends in microfinance / consumer lending.
Design, implement and sell new products lending, insurance, savings, etc. and product opportunities.
Develop, update and implement marketing portfolio strategies
Other duties
Oversee operations – staff (recruiting, training, development, etc), and regulatory
Develop, implement and work towards the business’ strategic plan, ensuring objectives and goals are accomplished.
Budgets & Forecasts, management and monitoring of report
The coordination, scheduling and documentation relating to regular and proper executive committee, credit committee and board meetings of the Company, its associates and, where applicable, its clients on at least a quarterly basis.
Liaison with service providers such as but not limited to stockbrokers, analysts, bankers, economists and auditors
Qualifications:
The Candidate must have
A degree in Business Administration, B Com Finance or Accounting.
Masters in Business Administration will be an added advantage
5-7 years’ work experience with 2 being at senior management level within the microfinance / banking industry
General management experience within the financial sector is essential
Strong grounding on Financial Services is preferred
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong self-starter, driven to achieve with leadership skills
To apply for this position send your CV to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke quoting the position (General Manager Micro Finance) in the subject line by 30th September, 2013.
Note: Candidates who are earning  LESS than Sh 150, 000 need NOT to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands (Next To Unga House) Nairobi.
Website: www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Housekeeping Laundry Manager Jobs in Kenya

Housekeeping Kenyan Jobs
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement.
The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.
Laundry Manager
Ref: HRD/LM /09/13
Reporting to the Operations Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Providing leadership to the Laundry Department.
Ensuring efficient and cost effective operations in the provision of clean safe high quality linen.
Liaising with user departments for acquisition and maintenance of optimal stock levels.
Formulating and implement the linen control systems.
Overseeing the department’s budgeting, purchasing and inventory control.
Coordinating equipment PPM, servicing and repairs.
Championing continual improvement in service delivery and departmental quality systems programs.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Certificate in Housekeeping and Laundry – Kenya Utalii College.
Degree in business administration will be an added advantage.
7 years experience in a busy institutional laundry 4 of which should be in a supervisory role.
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 or recruitment@nbihosp.org
To be received not later than 3rd October 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.