Massive Recruitment By Postbank,9 Vacancies In KIMC, Nairobi, Kenya NEW

Leyworld Saffing
Feb 21, 2018
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Postbank is a leading Savings Bank, with a nationwide network and offering a wide range of financial services.

Postbank is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results oriented and experienced professionals for the position below:-

Human Resource Manager, Welfare & Administration

PB 4

KPOSB/HR/1/18

Position Function: Reporting to the Head of Human Resource and Administration, the position is responsible for ensuring that the functions relating to Welfare, Administration and Staff Performance in the Bank are effectively and efficiently managed.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure effective implementation of decisions regarding appointments, transfers, promotions, leave and medical cover for employees.
Oversee the administration of staff benefits including medical, pensions, club memberships and employee advances as required.
Oversee the provision of welfare services to employees and ensure proper utilization of welfare facilities and services and participate in corporate social responsibility projects.
Responsible for supervision and provision of medical services at the staff clinic.
Ensure staff records are updated on a regular basis and their confidentiality assured.
Participate in the formulation and review of the Bank’s HR Policies, procedures and systems and ensure effective communication and implementation.
Develop and coordinate a performance management process that will ensure the organization’s goals and objectives are met and that employees’ performance is achieved at optimum levels.
Develop performance evaluation tools and ensure that the evaluation process is managed within the stipulated timelines.
Coordinate the administrative function and property management in the Institution.
Participate in the development of budgets, monitoring utilization and follow up on budget approvals.
Monitor the Bank’s service providers to ensure quality service provisions are adhered to.
Supervise, appraise, guide mentor and train staff while ensuring maximum staff productivity.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or Human Resources Management.
Higher Diploma in HRM or Diploma in Business Management.
Computer Literacy.
Senior Management courses & Seminars.
7 years satisfactory service and relevant work experience in HR & Administration or at least 3 years work experience as Assistant Manager handling HR function.

ICT Systems Auditor

PB 5.2

KPOSB/AUDIT/1/18

Position Function: Reporting to the Head Internal Audit, the ICT Systems Auditor will be responsible for ensuring that there are adequate internal controls in the systems, adequate protection of data and maintenance of data integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and Execute the implementation of the Information Systems Audit plan to ensure that risks are clearly identified and propose adequate Control Measures.
Draw up audit programmes and procedures for the assignments.
Carry out Audits on operating procedures, Systems installations and services to determine the adequacy of logical controls, system maintenance, system security, Change controls, back-up and recovery procedures & Business Continuity Management.
Provide support for sophisticated data analysis and extraction through computer assisted audit techniques.
Supporting financial and/or operational audits on specific audit assignments involving advanced IT audit considerations.
Prepare timely and accurate draft reports, giving an independent opinion on audit findings and suggest recommendations and agree on the way forward with the management.
Follow up implementation of audit recommendations.
Perform special audits and investigations as may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science, Business Information Technology/Systems, or related technical field.
CISA or CISM or closely related certification.
CPA or CIA certification is an added advantage.
Knowledge/Experience of Banking and ERP systems.
Knowledge of common IT and networking technologies (operating systems, relational databases, network/mobile technologies) including Oracle database, Unix/Linux/Windows.
Knowledge of Information system governance and Security principles & practices with an understanding of Risk.
Working knowledge of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques will be an added advantage.
Excellent Data Analytical and communication skills.
5 years’ experience, 2 of which should be technical experience in audit of ICT systems in a sound corporate environment.

Senior Accountant (Projects)

PB 5.2

KPOSB/F&A/1/18

Position Function: Reporting to the office of the Manager, Financial Accounting and Reporting, the position is accountable for monitoring the progress of projects, investigating variances between the reporting system and other Banks’s operating systems, coaching of finance staff, approval of payment vouchers, signing of cheques, online payments and checking of reconciliation schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Harmonize Transitorial Accounts, Cash Accounts and Bank Accounts.
Reconcile Depositors Liability of the Bank.
Provide and maintain transaction codes complete with correct General Ledger and Mapping when new transactions sets are introduced.
Provide technical and advisory information and reports on Branch Transaction processing.
Provide advisory support to other departments to ensure General Ledger Integrity for quality financial reporting.
Sensitize Finance Team on Systems changes.
Facilitate resolution of system related issues raised by Management Accountant to ensure timely production of Monthly Management Reports.
Respond to all Audit Queries on System Interface (both External and Internal).
Carry out preparedness in compliance with prudential guidelines and the Banking Act from a Finance perspective.
Provide linkage between Finance Department and other departments in the Bank on project related issues.
Approve vouchers and check reconciliation schedules.
Supervise, appraise, guide mentor and train staff in the department while ensuring maximum staff productivity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A bachelor’s degree in business related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K).
At least five years of experience in accounting with one year at managerial level.
IT Proficiency.

Senior Accountant (Agency Settlement)

PB 5.2

KPOSB/F&A/2/18

Position Function: Reporting to the office of the Manager, Treasury and Investments, the position is accountable for providing timely and accurate reconciliation reports, management of settlements on money transfer services, mobile phone service providers, sub-agents and managing of credit card accounts.

The position is responsible for ensuring that the Bank optimizes on commissions and fees earned from the services.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure settlements of money transfers, mobile phone service providers, sub-agents and visa card merchants are made on timely basis.
Coordinate agency activities, i.e. settlements, responding to queries, routine checks with the service providers as per the Service level agreements (SLA.)
Prepare commission payable to sub-agents as per the signed contract and due dates.
Establish that all transactions from the Bank Agents are accounted for in the General Ledger and commissions are received on due dates.
Respond to queries raised by both internal and external auditors on agency settlement.
Provide leadership and direction on innovation and process re-engineering for optimal operations.
Approve journal entries and authorize payments within approved limits and as provided for by Management.
Reconcile Bank accounts as per the laid down procedures.
Supervise, appraise, guide mentor and train staff in the unit while ensuring maximum staff productivity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A bachelor’s degree in business related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K).
At least five years of experience in accounting with one year at managerial level.
IT Proficiency.
Customer Service skills.

Accountant

PB 6.1

KPOSB/F&A/3/18

Position Function: Reporting to the office of the Manager, Finance & Accounts, the position is responsible for facilitating timely and accurate reconciliation of various accounts.

To ensure effective and efficient accounting of all financial matters in the bank and to facilitate production of accurate, timely, complete and reliable periodic financial reports.

Key Responsibilities

To ensure prompt reconciliations of cash, bank and control and General Ledger accounts.
Produce reconciliation statements and schedules for audit and management purposes.
Monitor Cash, Bank and related control accounts to ensure optimal use of cash.
Prepare reconciliation schedules and ensure that no excess funds are held in the branches.
Maintain controls to ensure the institutions assets are safeguarded.
Capture Bank charges, payment vouchers and application of cheques.
Respond to audit queries emanating from the assigned duties.
Check and approve payment vouchers as per set approval limits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A bachelor’s degree in business related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K), ACCA.
At least three years of experience in accounting.
IT Proficiency.

Applications Developer and Support Officer

PB 6.1

KPOSB/ICT/1/18

Position Function: Reporting to the Assistant Manager / ICT Business Systems and Alternate Channels, the position will be responsible for developing software and applications that are compatible with mobile phones and other desktop applications.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, test, implement, and support mobile and desktop applications.
Ensure that the applications are running optimally.
Communicate regularly with System administrators, Database administrators and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.
Maintain the Bank’s Desktop/Website/ Web Based/Mobile based applications.
Participate in design and coding of application-embedded, scheduled and ad-hoc reporting solutions.
Analyse and optimize performance of Web, Client and mobile based applications.
Collaborate with DBA and Systems Administrators to create and maintain a robust framework to support mobile applications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

B.SC in Computer science or an equivalent degree course.
Development of Oracle applications, using PL/SQL.
DBA skills using MSQL and Oracle RDMBS.
Qualification and proficiency in programming languages like HTML5, C, C++, iOS, Java, Objective-C, etc. is the main qualification.
Basic knowledge of interface design and development will be an added advantage.
Development on Android environment.
Web service technologies, specifically REST APIs, Service oriented designs and technologies (AJAX, XML/JSON).
Proficient in the use of MS Office applications, such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Two years in a busy ICT environment.

Systems Administrator and Support Officer

PB 6.1

KPOSB/ICT/2/18

Position Function: Reporting to the Assistant Manager/ICT Infrastructure and Support, the position will be responsible for ensuring effective and efficient System Administration of Application Systems, provision of efficient and effective ICT support services, and implementation of security controls for ICT applications.

Key Responsibilities

Perform System Application Administration duties.
Backup and restore systems as per backup and restore policy.
Management of Veritas backup application and data library.
Maintain systems users and the access rights, and review of User roles to conform to business requirements.
Management of card printing solution.
Documentation of the System Applications.
Ensure appropriate security and access controls to the data centre are implemented and maintained.
Carry out System Performance tuning to ensure optimum performance.
Troubleshoot and test computer systems software and hardware.
Carry out software installation and maintenance to ensure relevant applications are running effectively.
Resolve ICT equipment malfunction and ensure effective utility of the equipment by users.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a closely related field from a reputable institution with at least 2 years’ experience in Systems Administration.
UNIX/Linux Administration and User skills.
Knowledge in Oracle PL/SQL or any RDBMS will have an added advantage.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve arising problems.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work at odd hours.

User Support Officer / Business Applications

PB 6.1

KPOSB/ICT/3/18

Position Function: Reporting to the Manager / ICT Infrastructure and Support the position will be responsible for administration of enterprise servers, management of computer hardware, installations and repairs.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor systems’ alerts and reports on servers.
Management of Oracle VM Manager, VMware VSphere, and SAN storage.
Management of Server virtualization for scalability, high availability and easier network management.
Management and Administration of Domain Policies, Security and Administration of Active directory and Mail system.
Handle diagnosis, Configuration and deployment of Servers, client PCs.
Provide hardware specifications for servers, computers and printer hardware.
Train employees on Desktop software applications including the banking software.
First level support through speedy diagnosis, troubleshooting and resolving of server and client issues.
Receive, inspect and test equipment’s for repairs to and from repair.
Deployment and maintenance of the corporate Antivirus engine.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
Professional qualification on MCSE, MCP, A+ or related fields.
Training on Virtualisation environment using VMware or / and Oracle VM.
At least three years’ experience in a busy similar environment.
Working in a virtualised environment will be an added advantage.

Terms of Service and Remuneration

The appointments will be for a contractual period of three years, renewable for a similar period of time subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets and outcomes.

Applications must be delivered to the Postbank Headquarters situated at Post House, 4th Floor; Market Lane Off 17 Banda Street. Please address applications to:

The Managing Director Kenya Post Office Savings Bank P.O. Box 30311-00100 Nairobi

All applications should be received not later than Wednesday 28th February 2018.

Please not that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Postbank is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to implementing affirmative action.

In this regard, women, people living with disabilities and people from marginalized groups with requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Website: www.postbank.co.ke.

Postbank is ISO 9001:2015 Certified

9 Vacancies in KIMC, Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC) is the oldest Middle Level media training Institution in Kenya established in 1961. It is currently a State Corporation established through Legal Notice No.197 of 2011 (amended).

The Institute offers training at Post Graduate, Diploma and Certificate levels in Communication and Cinematic Arts. The Institute is looking for a qualified candidate for the following vacant position:-

Principal Technical Instructor

KIMC Grade 10

1 Post

Job Ref No. KIMC/PTI/1/2018

Duties and Responsibilities: Providing assistance in leadership and implementation of the strategic plan in the technical section to attain the mission and vision of the Institute.

Managerial Responsibilities:

a) Participating in the development, review and implementation of the curriculum and other training materials for quality service delivery;
b) Assisting management to instill discipline to enable meaningful training to ensure that the code of conduct is adhered to;
c) Providing ideas to help plan activities to achieve departmental goals.

Operational Responsibilities:-

a) Train in the areas of specialization;
b) Instruct students acquire knowledge, skills and change attitude to prepare them for the job market;
c) Supervise students on industrial attachment in order to ensure they acquire hands on skills as per the market demands;
d) To assess and evaluate students by use of examination for the purpose of grading
e) Make instructional materials such as course outlines, schemes of works and lesson plans for effective and efficient training;
f) Guide trainees on how to use and maintain equipment to enhance durability through best user practice

Qualifications and Experience

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

Served in the grade of Chief Technical Instructor in a comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Television, Radio, Film and Video Production, Film/Video Sound, Film/Video Camera, Film/Video Editing, Film Technology, Mass Communication (Radio and/or Television), Studio Technical Operations/Media Technology, Technical Education, Photojournalism, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Electrical/Electronic, Telecommunication Engineering, Theatre Arts, Animation, Fine Art/Design or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
Certificate in Training of Trainers course lasting not less than six (6) months from a recognized Institution (holders of Certificate in Education are exempted);
Attended Senior Management Course in a recognized Institution;
Certificate in computer application skills ; and
Shown merit, integrity and ability in the performance reflected in the work performance and results.

In addition, candidates must adhere to the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and integrity, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Interested candidates must submit Certificates of Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and provide Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The Salary for this position will range from Kshs.66, 381/= to 102,872/= Excluding allowances.

Principal lecturer (2)

KIMC Grade 10

1 Post

JOb Ref No. KIMC/PL/1/2018

Job Descriptions

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

a) lecturing specific subjects in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
b) developing, reviewing and preparing training courses, programmes and schemes of work;
c) assessing students’ performance and preparing reports;
d) conducting research and providing consultancy work; and
e) Conducting seminars/workshops or symposia and coordinate courses.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

a) Served in the grade of Senior Lecturer or in a comparable position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
b) Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communications Studies, Broadcast Production (Film, Television or Radio), Media Studies, Information Science, Arts or Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Sociology/Philosophy, Economics or Business Studies, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts, Music, Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

OR Bachelors degree in Social Sciences with a Postgraduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communications Studies, Film Production, Television Production, Radio Production, Information Science, Computer Science, Photo Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Fine Art/ Art and Design, Drama, Theatre Arts, Performing Arts; Music or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

c) Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communications Studies, International Development, Economics, Broadcast Production (Film, Television or Radio), Media Studies, Information Science, Arts or Education (Linguistics, Kiswahili, Literature), Sociology/Philosophy, Theatre Arts/Performing Arts, Music, Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
d) Certificate in Training of Trainers (TOT) course lasting not less than six (6) months in a recognized Institutions;
e) Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution;
f) Certificate in computer application skills; and
g) Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results

In addition, candidates must adhere to the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and integrity, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Interested candidates must submit Certificates of Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and provide Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The Salary for this position will range from Kshs.66, 381/= to 102,872/= excluding allowances.

Principal Hospitality Officer

KIMC Grade 10

1 Post

Ref No. KIMC/ PHO/1/2018

Job Description: This is the highest level in this cadre and officer will be in-charge of both housekeeping and catering unit or service area.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

a) Developing policies, strategies and programmes;
b) Coordinating daily operations of hospitality services;
c) Holding sensitization workshops to create awareness on environmental, regulatory/statutory regulations;
d) Supervising staff;
e) Establishing safety policies and ensuring adherence by all staff;
f) Assisting in budgeting for the department;
g) Directing daily hospitality operations; and
h) Ensuring effective dissemination of information to staff working under him/her.

Job Specification

For appointment to this grade an Officer must have:

a) Served in the grade of Chief Hospitality Officer or in a comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three(3) years;
b) Bachelors degree in either Hotel and Catering Management or Hotel and Hospitality Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
c) Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution;
d) Certificate in computer application skills ; and
e) Demonstrated outstanding performance, integrity, leadership, and administrative ability.

In addition, candidates must adhere to the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and integrity, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Interested candidates must submit Certificates of Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and provide Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The Salary for this position will range from Kshs.66, 381/= to 102,872/= Excluding allowances.

Chief Hospitality Officer

KIMC Grade 9

1 Post

Ref No. KIMC/ CHO/1/2018

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

a) Directing the daily operations of the hospitality services;
b) Ensuring the general welfare of clients;
c) Developing and enforcing the quality policy;
d) Supervising and managing staff;
e) Ensuring that all hospitality staff are in compliance with their occupational requirements regarding health and safety at work; and
f) Ensuring proper maintenance of the environment and infection control.

Job Specification

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

a) Served in the grade of Senior Hospitality Officer, or in a comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
b) Bachelors degree in the following disciplines: Hotel and Catering Management, Hotel and Hospitality Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

OR

Diploma in either of the following disciplines: Catering and Hotel Management; Housekeeping and Front Office Management; Food and Beverage and Service or Hospitality Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

c) Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution;
d) Certificate in computer application skills; and
e) Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

In addition, candidates must adhere to the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and integrity, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Interested candidates must submit Certificates of Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and provide Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The Salary for this position will range from Kshs.54, 141/= to 77,417/= excluding allowances

Chief Electronic Technician

KIMC-9

Ref No. KIMC/CET/1/2018

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

a) Managing and maintaining electrical works, plants and equipment;
b) Overseeing completion and certification of completed projects;
c) Reviewing the overall performance of all technical facilities;
d) Formulating technical specifications for equipment;
e) Coordinating formulation of safety regulations measures and their enforcement;
f) Coordinating technical operations in liaison with the lecturers; and
g) Approving major equipment modifications and replacement.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

a) Served in the grade of Senior Electronic Technician or in a comparable position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
b) Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Electronic, Telecommunication, Computer Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
c) Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution;
d) Demonstrated outstanding technical competence, coordination and administrative ability in the general supervision, installation, maintenance and operation of telecommunication/electronic systems;
e) Certificate in computer application skills; and
f) Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

In addition, candidates must adhere to the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and integrity, as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Interested candidates must submit Certificates of Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and provide Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The Salary for this position will range from Kshs.54, 141/= to 77,417/= excluding allowances

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications quoting job reference number accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae; copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card, Transcripts and Testimonials; Daytime Contacts; Full Names and Contacts of three (3) referees to:

The Director/ CEO Kenya Institute of Mass Communication Uholo Road, (South B), Nairobi Off Mombasa Road P.O. Box 42422 – 00100 Nairobi