Insurance Jobs:Britak Insurance Recruitment for Sales Agents in Kenya

Britak Insurance Company is seeking to fill the following position of Insurance Salespersons with individuals who are proactive and self-driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.

The main role of the position of a insurance Salesperson is to sell insurance products and investment funds to prospective and existing clients and service the accounts thus created.

Specifically, the Insurance Salesperson is expected to do, inter alia, the following on a highly rewarding commission-paying remuneration structure:

1. Sell insurance and investment schemes to prospective and existing individual and corporate clients;
2. Relationship management for existing clients;
3. Meet and exceed exciting and aggressive work targets;
4. Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment within an entrepreneurial culture that offers minimum supervision.

Successful candidates will need to possess the following skills and experience:

• An appropriate qualification/training in sales and marketing;
• Work experience in the financial services sector e.g. bank, insurance companies, fund manager, stock brokers etc would be an advantage;
• Proven experience and success in selling financial services products: experience of selling unit trust investment or insurance products would also be an added advantage;
• Computer literate (evidence will be an added advantage)
• A good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products;
• A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed;
• Mature, confident, articulate and with strong communication skills;
• Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets;
• Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills;
• Outdoorsy
• C+ and above in KCSE
• Mature, 28 years old and above preferred

If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to nndirangu@british-american.co.ke

Hard copies will not be accepted.

Applications should be received not later than 10th Oct 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WWF ESARPO Job Vacancy for Technical and Administrative Assistant

WWF- The Global Conservation Organization, Eastern & Southern Africa Regional Programme Office (WWF ESARPO), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Technical and Administrative Assistant:

Technical and Administrative Assistant– based in Nairobi

Reporting to the Albertine Rift Montane Forests Ecoregion (ARMFE) Leader, the incumbent will work on full time basis to provide administrative and programmatic/technical support to the functions of Albertine Rift Programme.

Major duties include:

• Assist the ARMFE Leader and projects in managing communications and queries on WWF-ESARPO projects in the Albertine Rift area;
• tracking, consolidating and forwarding of project reports to WWF International and/or the relevant National Organization;
• initiating contracting process for partners and consultants and follow up on implementation of contract in close collaboration with relevant Project Managers;
• ensuring timely submission of technical and financial reports, etc;
• handling organizational aspects of visits and/or meetings/workshops;
• providing full time administrative and secretarial support to the functions of the ARMFE Leader and to the relevant projects of programme;
• Laying out, proof-reading, formatting, and editing of documents and reports;
• Maintaining the filing system up to date;
• assisting the ARMFE, Programme Conservation Director and Regional Representative in translating and producing documents from English to French.

Required Qualifications and Experience;

• A minimum of Bachelor degree in Social or Natural Sciences;
• at least 3 years experience in project management;
• knowledgeable in conservation issues in Central and Eastern Africa;
• good communication skills;
• team player;
• good administrative/managerial skills;
• understanding of the project management cycle;
• excellent computer skills (window environment, word and Excel);
• fluency in French and in English;
• Outgoing personality and a self-starter;
• readiness to regularly travel abroad (DRC, Rwanda and Burundi in particular).

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send a letter of application and a detailed CV to:

The Human Resources Generalist,

 WWF- ESARPO,

or email HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 12 November 2010

International Livestock Research Institute Grants Accountant Job Vacancies in Nairobi

Vacancy Number: GA/FO/10/10

Department: Finance

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 years contract renewable

The globally networked International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) helps to reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries.

ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods. Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with organizations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest NGOs, universities and research organizations in the world.

ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a second principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Our staff are also based in 7 partner institutions in other parts of Africa and in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres sponsored by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

ILRI is seeking to recruit a dynamic and competent Grants Accountant.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Prepare timely donor financial reports and schedules
• Guide and assist program assistants and other budget managers to prepare, revise and monitor budgets for their ongoing activities
• Ensure timely invoicing to donors- outpost offices and other CG center
• Review the basis and applications of recharges
• Summarize monthly staff costs allocation
• Preparation and monitoring of budget revisions and work plans
• Management of donor payables and Receivables- Ensuring expenditure is in line with established burn rates.
• Management of sub grants in relation to specific projects
• Project audit

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies or related discipline
• Certified Public Accountant, Kenya CPA (K)
• Minimum three years experience in project accounting
• Ability to work in a team of accountants and project management staff
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and personal organization skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Computer skills, including sound knowledge of Microsoft office
• Experience with Sun Systems will be an added advantage.

Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Job level and salary: This position is job level 2C with a starting gross salary of KES 105,000 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided within ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff Scheme.

Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to:

 recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 5 November 2010.

The position title and reference number “GRANTS ACCOUNTANT: GA/FO/10/10” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

Inmobia Job Vacancies for Head of IT and Systems Developer and Programmer

Inmobia is a Danish company, founded in 1998 with offices in Denmark, Sweden, Bahrain, Kenya, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Colombia, Mexico and USA.

World leading provider of mobile platforms and services for mobile operators,Inmobia also provides media, advertising/digital companies, as well as financial and health services to organizations.

Positions available:

Head of IT

• High Level Programming skills in Java & MySOL
• Experienced HTML architect
• Good Ability to use Ajax
• Ability to navigate Linux environments
• Excellent Project Management Skills
• Can work with tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and results driven
• Good oral and written reporting skills
• Problem solver, dynamic, mature
• Degree/Diploma an IT as a requirement
• Min. 5 years professional experience

Systems Developer/Programmer

• Programing skills in Java & MySOL
• Good Knowledge of HTML
• Good Ability to use Ajax
• Ability to navigate Linux environments
• Can work to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and results driven
• Good oral and written reporting skills
• Problem solver, dynamic, mature
• Degree/Diploma in IT related field will be an added advantage
• Min. 3 years professional experience

Salary: Based on qualifications. Bonus package available for targets reached.

Please submit the following to, Martin Henriksson or martin@inmobia.com

• Cover letter, describing your personal skillset and how you can drive yourself and Inmobia to success in the African marketplace.
• Detailed CV
• Name, Title, Company. Email & Phone of min 3 references

Deadline: Wednesday 3rd of November, 2010

IHG Job Vacancies for Front Office Manager and Guest Relations Manager

If your passion for your job matches your passion for your hobbies,then we need you at IHG.

At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. We are committed to developing our team and managing our talent and would encourage interested individuals to apply for available career opportunities.

Come and apply today and excite yourself in a challenging yet fulfilling environment.

1. Front Office Manager
Manage the operations of the Front Office Department by ensuring product quality standards are met and that optimum service is provided to all hotel guests according to the IHG's business objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Implementation of IHG Front Office standards and maintaining of the same
• Overall responsible for Front Desk, Guest Services, Concierge, Business Centre and Club Lounge optimums service
• Managing and motivating Front Office team;
• be required to ensure that all staff are adequately trained & developed;
• be responsible for the Recruitment and Selection of Front Office team & for managing any Employee Relations issues with the support of the Human Resources Department.

Role Specifications

• Degree or higher qualification in Hotel Management/ Business Administration
• 5 years related experience including at least 2 year in management capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities
• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and IHG

2. Guest Relations Manager

Responsible for the satisfaction of all guests' needs and management of the Club Lounge.

This diverse, challenging role will be based in Front Office and offers great variety with regular Duty Management shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitors Guest Satisfaction Tracking Survey and implements areas of improvement
• Overall responsible for ensuring and maintaining the entire range of services offered for the Club Floor and Club Lounge with the aim to maximum guest satisfaction.
• Maintains effective communication with hotel management and consistently advice management on VIPs, guests' feedback and sales leads.
• Handles guest complaints with immediate action and follow up on corrective action.

Role Specifications

• Diploma or higher qualification in Hotel Management
• 2 years related experience including at least 1 year in supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities
• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and IHG

We offer our people, generous financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people.

Most importantly, we'll give you room to be yourself.

To view and apply current career opportunities, visit www.ihg.com/careers for the details and upload your application and CV latest by 14th November 2010.

Only online applications will be accepted.

General Motors East Africa Job Vacancies for Inventory Coordinator and Sales Supervisor

General Motors East Africa Ltd, subsidiary of General Motors Corporation, the world leader in Automotive Technology seeks for immediate employment the following categories of staff:


Inventory Coordinator - Parts & Accessories (P&A)

Reporting to the Parts Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

• Maintaining data for P&A ordering model.
• Preparing orders for parts including direct shipments.
• Monitoring logistics for parts in-transit, expediting orders as required and confirming delivery of direct shipment.
• Analyzing parts inventory including preparing excess and obsolete status reports, notification of scrap requirements and identifying parts eligible for liquidation programs.
• Ensuring inventory management is done as per GM policies and internal control guidelines.

For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree - preferably in supply chain management (Purchasing, Inventory Management and Logistics) or statistics.
• At least three years experience in logistics and importation of commercial materials
• Knowledge of inventory management and warehouse operations
• Computer skills preferably MS Excel, MS Access, MS Query
• Team work, communication, planning and organizational skills.

Sales Supervisor - Parts & Accessories (P&A)

Reporting to the General Manager- Aftersales and Chanel Development the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

• In consultation with the Parts Operations Manager and Marketing Manager, develop and implement Parts Marketing Programs.
• Lead the Parts Sales Team to ensure effective P&A service delivery.
• Participate in the Development and implementation of the Business plan.
• Liaison on Parts and Accessories for GMEA Dealers.
• Carry out market surveys to ensure GMEA’s ordering, pricing and Parts liquidation strategies are based on market trends.

Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree
• At least three years Sales & Marketing experience preferably in the motor vehicle spare parts and accessories business
• Proficiency in computers
• Team work, communication, planning and organizational skills.

Interested applicants should submit their Application letters and detailed CV not later than 12th November 2010 to:

The Recruitment & HR Services Manager,
General Motors East Africa Limited,
Enterprise Road, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 30527 - 00100
Nairobi

Henkel Ltd Job Vacancies for Trade Marketing Manager and Supply Chain,Material Management Coordinator

Henkel Ltd is a success story having been built around people who continuously foster excellence in a highly motivated environment, innovative brands and superior technologies.

We are recruiting suitably qualified individuals to occupy the underlisted positions in our company.

Supply Chain & Materials Management Coordinator - Henkel Kenya Ltd (Nairobi)

This is an operational job that involves overseeing product & material planning, warehousing and distribution/logistics throughout the supply chain.

The main objectives include driving inventory turns, eliminating material liability, waste and excess as well as ensuring on-time ordering and delivery of materials

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop & implement SOPs to drive functional excellence throughout the supply chain process
• Establish and manage key business processes including Logistics, Materials Management, and Customer Service.
• Develop supply strategies in coordination with Purchasing between plant operations with appropriate suppliers.
• Continually improve SCM/Procurement standards, policies & key vendor relationships/ partnerships
• Developing inventory control and production planning programs
• Develop and maintain a well trained and highly motivated staff capable of performing the above functions and playing a key role in meeting the corporate growth goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree and Postgraduate Diploma in Purchasing & Supply Mgt from recognized University.
• Above 2 years of direct supply chain management experience.
• Excellent communication and people management skills
• Demonstrate superior computer skills with working knowledge of preferably SAP B1 or any other similar ERP system
• Demonstrated experience in creating/upgrading the supply chain function in an organization of similar size and scope.
• Strong analytical, financial and P81 skills will be required to succeed in this role.
• Must be of unquestionable high Integrity

Trade Marketing Manager - Henkel Kenya Ltd (Nairobi)

This position plays a key role within the country sales team, driving excellence in In-store (4P) execution across key customers/key accounts.

The role will also focus on building expert knowledge in the company’s key categories and sharing this with the customer in order to build long-term partnerships and increase sales & profitability.

Leads the development and implementation of category management strategies, this will focus on increasing in store presence in the company’s categories, strengthening brands, optimizing product assortment, and promotional strategy across all channels of trade.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops country/customer/channel 4P strategy
• Defines Category trade marketing KPIs
• Implement the trade marketing budget
• Develops and implements the promotional strategy across customers/channels
• Proactively participate in setting, communicating and executing objectives that contribute to the business unit’s results.
• Proven ability in linking commercial targets with viable action plans.
• Strong understanding and ability to apply category management principles and practices to improve in-store presence.
• Acts as key Interface between brand marketing function and sales function
• Sound financial ability and literacy, enabling the individual to effectively develop forecasts, identify trends, monitor performance against KPls and track trade spend budget.

Qualifications & Skills

• Business Degree from a recognized University.
• Professional Qualification in marketing field (CIM)
• 3 - 5 years experience in a similar position in FMCG
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, corporate presentation and people management skills
• Strong business/customer relationship building skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills & good mental organization skills
• Manage tasks and projects to their logical conclusion in a timely manner
• Handle conflicting priorities & meet specific time constraints
• Ability to interpret and actively apply consumer/shopper insight data to support customer and sales development plans.
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environment
• Person of high Integrity & business ethics

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications quoting current remuneration, updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:

Human Resource Manager,
Henkel Kenya Ltd.
P.O. Box 40050-00100 Nairobi

or email to info.kenya@henkel.com 

 

Closing date for applications is 12th November, 2010.