NGO Jobs in Kenya. Logistician Job

NGO Jobs in Kenya
Intersos is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts.
Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable and unprotected people.
Intersos in now implementing in the Republic of South Sudan several humanitarian projects in partnership with UNHCR, UNICEF and CHF.
Intersos’ intervention deals with IDP and refugee Camps Management, Hygiene, Water & Sanitation, Education and Profiling in favor of the vulnerable population in a wide area of interventions where the mobility conditions are often difficult and uncomfortable.
The projects carried out by Intersos in these areas are founded on a community based approach. From the very beginning the targeted population was involved with direct participation in the process of rehabilitation.
This approach aimed to facilitate and increase the sense of ownership by the population of the projects promoted by Intersos.
Job Title: Logistician
Duty Station: South Sudan
Starting Date: ASAP
Role, Task And Responsibilities
The Logistician is responsible for all logistic aspects of the mission, including management of offices, guesthouses, procurement, storing and movement of goods, vehicle fleet, etc.
Specifically he/she is responsible to:
Assess and plan logistic and operational needs for the implementation of the projects
Liaise with International NGOs and donors participating at sectoral coordination meeting in Juba, specially the Logistic Cluster and the NFIs & ES Cluster.
Manage all logistic aspects of the Mission and all equipment and technical resources on the basis of the orientation and under the supervision of the Head of Mission and in agreement with Project Managers
Manage national support staff and the office and international staff accommodation
Be responsible for the management and implementation of procurement procedures to purchase goods, works and services for the supervision and control of all goods movements
Manage the fleet of vehicles
Ensure logistic support to international staff and guests
Job Requirements
At least 1 year experience for an NGO.
Educational background in administration or logistic.
Knowledge of the administrative procedure of international donors – mainly UN System – and Italian cooperation.
Good knowledge of spoken and written English is necessary.
Knowledge of Italian language will be considered a plus.
Comfortable with computer use and with the main software for administration system.
Problem solving and organizational capabilities.
Availability to move often through the Area of competence.
Application should be submitted to: recruitment@intersos.org specifying in the subject “Logistician – South Sudan”
Deadline for application: 10th November, 2013

Operations Manager Job Opportunities

Sales Marketing Jobs Kenya.
A leading fuel and dry cargo transporter in the East African region is looking for an individual to fill the position below.
Operations Manager – Coast Region (Re-Advertisement)
Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible for Planning, organizing directing and controlling the firm’s overall sales and marketing activities in the coast region
Contribute to the positive image of the company and portray a positive image of the company, both internally and externally,
Take ownership of staff induction, personal review programs, Departmental staff meetings and carrying out duties with full regard to the company’s rules, policies and procedures and conditions of service
Initiate, Manage, direct and coordinate sales, marketing and promotional activities of the company in the furtherance of its strategic objectives.
Initiate and coordinate development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
Build key relationships with internal and external partners to further Increase the company’s market share.
Liaise with the depot clerks to ensure efficient scheduling of trucks to achieve truck optimization;
Ensuring adherence to contract terms for all transporters, contractors and other suppliers;
Working closely with the Operations team on deliveries’ losses to ensure they are within acceptable tolerance levels;
Ensuring that there are up to date route and site risk assessments for all customer locations;
Liaise with the Sales  Marketing Manager in evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor activities and implement marketing plans
Liaise with the Sales  Marketing Manager to identify customer/market needs and develop value propositions to meet the needs
Define criteria and methodology to rate and target all market players
Open up new markets in dry cargo and fuel transportation services and monitor growth progress
Assessing the company’s capability to serve most attractive segment where the company will create most value for customers
Increase market share in existing markets and maximizes new business development opportunities
Manage all office operations
Supervise depot clerks and other office staff
Qualifications
Degree in Sales  Marketing or Business Management
8 years progressive work experience with the last years in sales and marketing or increasing sales volume or operations management
Experience in Dry cargo and other associated logistics business in Mombasa
Experience carrying out market survey in cargo handling
Individual should have a good contact base in Mombasa
Team player
Excellent supervisory skills
Applicants who meet the above criteria can send their CVs to vacancies.kll@gmail.com on or before 15th November 2013.
All applicants should indicate their current salary details.Applications without salary details will not be considered.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Jobs in Kenya: Retail Leasing Agent

Latest jobs in Kenya 2013.
Job Title: Retail Leasing Agent
Department: Retail Agency
Purpose: Letting of retail centres  other commercial properties
Context:
We value client satisfaction. Efficient management of the property, letting, debt management & control of expenditure to optimise the rate of return to the landlord.
This contributes to client satisfaction and ultimately long term retention of both clients and tenants; which in turn contributes to the enhanced reputation of the Company.
Dimensions: Be part of a retail leasing team challenged with a pipeline of in excess of 1million sq ft of new retail provision.
Key Outputs:
Leasing
Managing lease negotiations, administration and tenant relationships.
Communicate and interact with both landlords and tenants.
Ensure that all retail instructions are 100% let at Centre Opening dates.
Ensure retail leasing achieves set budget.
Work hand in hand with the Head of Agency to deliver International Retailers to the Kenyan Market.
Maximise occupancy levels through retaining tenants and advertising for new lettings, promoting and managing change brought about by market influences.
Win new leasing business.
Work on pitches and feasibility studies for new instructions.
Relationships
Reports to Head of Agency
Liaises with Head of Agency on rental structures and letting of new retail properties.
Marketing
Works with Head of Marketing  Marketing Co-ordinators on marketing campaigns for the retail centres
Decision Making Authority
Decisions made in consultation with Head of Agency
KPIs
Occupancy Rate
Completion of leasing transactions
Billing of fees
Qualifications:
Relevant University degree.
Skills and Knowledge:
Communication Skills
Leasing  property management principles
Accounting knowledge
Retail knowledge
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years in the real estate industry with at least 2 years in a leasing position
Knowledge of the Retail landscape in the world and of retailers in the territory
Leadership Capabilities
Strong but friendly personality to be able to deal with both tenants and the landlords.
Active interest in the retail industry and relentless in seeking to understand clients needs
Ability to prioritise issues and deal with them promptly
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Be a team player.
Set high standards for own performance
Dedication to results
Always act in accordance with best personal and professional standards
Deal with clients  tenants with honesty and integrity
Ability to negotiate profitable deals.
High degree of tenacity
Confidentiality
Confidence to deal with executives, senior managers representing prospective tenants.
To apply, send your CV only to cvs@careerdirections.co.ke before 13th November 2013.
Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line

Product / Service Design Expert Jobs Kenya

Latest Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Position: Expert in Product / Service Design / Business Model or Planning
Minimum Bachelors degree in business / social related courses with master’s degree preferred.
Experience in Single Window Systems or related consultancy / implementation work;
At least 10 years working experience in the areas of product / service design, business modelling and business planning relevant to Single Window Systems
Good interpersonal skills Advanced writing and reporting skills; Experience in business model design work within the EAC region will be an added advantage;
Experience in related projects with the public sector within the EAC will be an added advantage;
Experience in Customs business and trade facilitation will be an added advantage.
Experience in trade logistics
Email Applications To: g.amolo@aesagroup.eu
Deadline: 10/11/2013

Jobs in Kenya: Workshop Manager

Latest Jobs in Kenya
Located in the South Coast of Kenya between Kwale and Ramisi, Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL) is in the process of establishing a green field sugar cane estate of 15,000 acres as well as a processing complex with a capacity of 3000TCD.
Our vision is to achieve world class standards by applying modern best practices such as drip irrigation on our sugar cane estate and cane processing plant (with residues being used in the co-generation and distillery plants). KISCOL intends to integrate sound environment guidelines as well as community values as part of its management policy.
In addition, KISCOL aims at benchmarking itself with the best as a socially good employer, caring for its workers and being sensitive to the welfare of the many farmers supplying their produce to the factory.
KISCOL’s challenge is to uplift the economic status of the communities in the South Coast and improve the livelihood of nearly 2000 families directly involved in running the estate and factories and supply of cane to the complex.
In line with this vision, Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL) hereby invites applications from qualified and experienced individuals for the following positions:
Workshop Manager
Qualifications and Experience
Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering
10 years experience in managing an automotive workshop, particularly attached to a dealership of agricultural machineries.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all services’ staff and other personnel involved in delivering high level, quality service, and ensuring on time delivery of service vehicles
Analyze current procedures and activities and present opportunities for improvement of the workshop.
Ensure adequate maintenance of tools, equipment and other materials in the service area.
Facilitate the training and development of team members in the department.
Monitor workflow and maintain communication with GM headquarters
Ensure proper repairs have been carried on customer’s vehicles before release
Interested applicants should submit updated curriculum vitae ONLY stating current and expected salary to the address below.
The Human Resources Officer,
Kwale International Sugar Company Limited;
Head Office,
P.O. Box 46279-00100
Nairobi GPO,
Email: hr.user13@gmail.com
Applications must be received not later than 22nd November 2013 by 5.30pm.