Recruitment by - Mercy Corps, KWAL Kenya (3 Vacancies)

1. NGO Jobs in Kenya - Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action – helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

Now, and for the future. We help communities survive and move beyond emergencies. When natural disasters strike, economies collapse or conflict flares, Mercy Corps is there. We see global challenges as an invitation to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions.

Mercy Corps is looking for committed and dynamic individual to take up the following position:

POSITION: COUNTY PROJECT COORDINATOR

LOCATION: MARSABIT COUNTY

PROGRAM / DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Mercy Corps has been operating in Kenya since 2008, focusing its interventions around four objectives:

1) Peace and Conflict Management;

2) Livelihood/Market Systems;

3) Governance (particularly at the county level); and

4) Youth Employment/Employability (including the social and economic development of adolescents).

The four objectives serve to increase community resilience to drought and other shocks and stresses, and to decrease fragility with a particular focus on Kenya’s Arid Lands. Mercy Corps’ vision for change requires the private sector, government and civil society to work together to create meaningful and sustainable change.

Mercy Corps is seeking to recruit a County Project Coordinator to oversee county-level activities for a five-year USAID-funded Feed the Future (FtF) Livestock Market Systems Development Activity for Northern Kenya.

The project supports USAID’s Feed the Future Initiative specifically to improve households’ income, productive assets and resilience to drought and other shocks. Specific areas of focus include: strengthened and sustained rangeland and water management; strengthened drought risk management; strengthened conflict management; improved and sustained health, nutrition, and hygiene practices; improved literacy, numeracy, and life skills; and collaborative action and learning for community empowerment.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and management support from the Deputy Chief of Party, the County Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall county-level planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of the Strengthening Community Capacities for Resilience and Growth project. S/he will ensures all project initiatives are implemented to achieve maximum impact as per project objectives while remaining on schedule and budget.

The Project Coordinator directly manages the county-level staff on the project and has an informal reporting line to our partner’s Regional Program Manager. Strong day-to-day coordination with the Regional Program Manager is required to ensure that office operations are running effectively and are compliant with all internal and external regulations. S/he will be the primary liaison with county government officials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Program Management

· Provide overall managerial leadership for the project at the county level, ensuring teams follow work plans so activities are on time, target and within the approved budget, and project deliverables achieve desired impact;

· Lead effective coordination, collaboration and integration among all technical, support and project units including with our lead partner – ACDI/VOCA and implementing partner – the BOMA Project;

· Partner with county-level government and communities in areas of operation;

· Ensure effective and timely monitoring, documenting and reporting on all project activities as per the policies and practices of the consortium lead, Mercy Corps, USAID and the government;

· Provide timely updates to supervisor on progress and issues, identifying risks and proposing solutions for action and early resolution;

· Attend all quarterly project meetings in Nairobi as well as facilitate planning meetings and workshops with government, NGOs, private sector and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in;

· Regularly visit field sites to assess progress of activities and provide formal and informal feedback;

· Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.

Team Management

· Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance and achieve objectives;

· Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews;

· Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence;

· Work closely with the HR department to recruit, orient and lead team members as necessary.

Influence & Representation

· Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party and country leadership;

· Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub grantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Security

· Work closely with the county team’s security focal points to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members. Coordinate closely with our partner, ACDI/VOCA on security issues at the county level;

· Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Other

· Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;

· Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: 3 project team members

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Chief of Party

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Regional Program Manager (partner), Chief of Party, finance and operations teams, HQ Regional Program Team, HQ Technical Support Unit, and Partner Organizations.

Knowledge and Experience:

· Masters Degree or equivalent in development studies, business, planning, social sciences or other relevant field is preferred;

· A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in multi-sectoral programs, managing teams, strategic planning and implementing programs;

· Strong managerial skills, including effective personnel management, adaptive management, coordination and decision-making;

· Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;

· Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective listening, persuasion, negotiation and other techniques;

· Strong understanding of USAID compliance issues;

· Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work;

· Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing, in English and other language(s), as required;

· Spoken fluency is Swahili is required and primary local dialects in the respective County is strongly preferred;

· Previous working experience in northern Kenya is desirable;

· Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members;

· Ability to work comfortably in a sometimes tense and changing security environment is required.

Success Factors

· The successful County Project Coordinator will have a strong understanding of project approaches and represent the project professionally at all times. S/he will combine exceptional management skills and capacity to manage relationships with different stakeholders. A heavy emphasis will be placed on coordination with other actors implementing in the areas of intervention. S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.

· Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority. S/he will be committed to working closely and collaboratively with the County Government structures and our lead partner, ACDI/VOCA.

POSITION: NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND CONFLICT OFFICER

LOCATION: GARISSA COUNTY

PROGRAM / DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Mercy Corps has been operating in Kenya since 2008, focusing its interventions around four objectives:

1) Peace and Conflict Management;

2) Livelihood/Market Systems;

3) Governance (particularly at the county level); and

4) Youth Employment/Employability (including the social and economic development of adolescents).

The four objectives serve to increase community resilience to drought and other shocks and stresses, and to decrease fragility with a particular focus on Kenya’s Arid Lands. Mercy Corps’ vision for change requires the private sector, government and civil society to work together to create meaningful and sustainable change.

The Natural Resource Management (NRM) and Conflict Officer will provide technical support in promoting peaceful co-existence around natural resources management for a five-year USAID-funded Feed the Future (FtF) Livestock Market Systems (LMS) Development Activity for northern Kenya.

This position will support the Strengthening Community Capacities for Resilience and Growth component. This project will support USAID’s Feed the Future Initiative and specifically will improve households’ income, productive assets and resilience to drought and other shocks.

Specific areas of focus for the position include: strengthening and sustaining rangeland and water management; strengthening drought risk management and conflict management; improved and sustained health, nutrition, hygiene practices; literacy, numeracy, and life skills; as well as collaborative action and learning for community empowerment.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: The NRM and Conflict Officer will be responsible for technical oversight and ensuring management for all activities related to conflict management and peaceful co-existence around natural resource management. S/he will define implementation strategies in coordination with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party and leadership team.

The NRM and Conflict Officer will train staff and partners, providing them with technical assistance; and ensure that common strategies and approaches are applied consistently in all communities. S/he will coordinate closely with the M&E team to ensure that systems are in place to track, analyze and report results.

The NRM and Conflict Office will be required to keep abreast of the latest research and evolutions in the field of conflict management around natural resources and integrate new ideas and approaches as appropriate, seek additional technical assistance as needed and ensure effective working relationships with collaborating agencies.

S/he will work closely with our partner ACDI/VOCA, who will be leading the implementation of LMS, and look for opportunities to link programming and clients with their programming needs across the program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUCNTIONS:

Program Management

· Contribute to team work plans and guide successful implementation of conflict management and natural resources management activities, ensuring teams follow work plans so activities are on time, target and within the approved budget, and program deliverables achieve desired impact;

· Provide technical guidance on conflict management/natural resource management and ensure that interventions are responsive to stakeholders and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan. Ensure that interventions are evidence-based and adhere to adaptive management principles;

· Conduct, participate in and/or update conflict and/or NRM assessments, involving a variety of stakeholders;

· In collaboration with National Drought Management Authority (NDMA), facilitate discussions within communities aimed at promoting Disaster Risk Reduction approaches including for drought cycle management as important components of NRM;

· Plan and work in partnership with the Rangeland Specialist and consultants to be in sync in approaches and plans;

· Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate. Certify all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards;

· Facilitate planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in;

· In coordination with the MEL team, monitor the implementation of activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact. Document approaches, successes and lessons learned;

· Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.

Influence & Representation

· Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party and country leadership.

· Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub grantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Security

· Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.

· Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Other

· Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;

· Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: County Project Coordinator with a dotted line to the Senior Rangelands Officer

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, Community Facilitators, Technical Advisors, finance and operations teams, HQ Regional Program Team, HQ Technical Support Unit, Partner Organizations, and broader LMS team.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

· BA/S or equivalent in development studies, Disaster Risk Reduction, Range management, conflict mitigation, social sciences or other relevant field;

· A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in NRM where there is Natural Resource based conflicts with hands on experience in peace building initiatives;

· Experience drafting contingency plans with communities in ASAL areas is required;

· Strong management skills, including effective personnel management, adaptive management coordination and decision-making Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;

· Competent in building networks, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to influence with effective listening, persuasion, negotiation and other techniques;

· Strong understanding of USAID compliance issues;

· Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or a commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work;

· Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing, in English and other language(s), and fluency in Kiswahili. Local dialects spoken in Northern Kenya are also a plus;

· Previous work experience in northern Kenya desirable;

· Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.

SUCCESS FACTORS: The NRM and Conflict Officer will be familiar with the particular challenges of natural resources management in northern Kenya. S/he will combine exceptional management skills and capacity to manage relationships with different stakeholders including the greater LMS team.

The position requires an ability to think creatively about improving opportunities for peaceful co-existence. A heavy emphasis will be placed on coordination with other actors implementing in the areas of intervention including county government.

The NRM and Conflict Officer will have the capacity to spark innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to programming and to inspire groups to collaborate closely to implement high-quality programs.

S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential.

The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

POSITION: CVE PROGRAM MANAGER

LOCATION: MOMBASA COUNTY

This position is contingent upon receipt of funding and donor approval

PROGRAM / DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Mercy Corps began working in Kenya in 2008 to address the societal wounds following the 2007 post-election violence. Since that time, Mercy Corps has built a robust and diverse portfolio in Kenya that is working to address structural causes of poverty and injustice and to strengthen systems that enable men, women and children to access opportunities, participate in and contribute to peaceful democratic processes, and thrive in the face of ecological and social change.

To do this, we deliver integrated programming to strengthen market and governance systems, address the root causes of conflict, and equip vulnerable populations- in particular youth, women, adolescents and marginalized social groups- with the skills, opportunities and resources they need to be healthy, productive and to drive the development of their communities.

We work closely with the private sector, civil society and governance structures at local and national levels to facilitate change and ensure that opportunities are inclusive of all Kenyans.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: Mercy Corps seeks an exceptional leader in the area of conflict resolution, peacebuilding and community engagement to lead Mercy Corps’ implementation of an 18-month program funded by the US Department of State through the Bureau on Counter Terrorism.

The program will engage community members- in particular family members, peers and elders- to mitigate the drivers, enablers and narratives of violent extremism in order to prevent the recruitment of vulnerable individuals by Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs).

The program will work primarily in Mombasa County to strengthen the community level response to recruitment by VEOs by developing messaging, outreach strategies and building early warning systems to enhance community resilience and counter recruitment efforts.

The program will have an embedded research and M&E function to enable piloting and adaptation of program messaging, targeting and other strategies over the period of implementation to promote maximum impact and efficiency through delivery of the program.

The Program Manager will have overall responsibility for program implementation and will be the primary point of contact for the DOS within Mercy Corps. Responsibilities will include developing, testing and refining tools to assess the vulnerability of communities to violent extremism, strengthening the capacity of local partners in the areas of research, peacebuilding and conflict management, training and curriculum development, reviewing the design and implementation of the project, facilitating clear communication between diverse groups, and ensuring rigorous measurement of program impact and timely reporting.

S/he will be an integral member of the senior country leadership team, working closely with the Country Director, other program technical advisors, directors and managers to promote synergies and knowledge sharing between the program and other ongoing Mercy Corps programs, and to shape Mercy Corps’ country strategy for peacebuilding and Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) programming.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Program Leadership

· Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Mercy Corps’ CVE program in cooperation with key project stakeholders, including local and international partner organizations, local civil society organizations, local and national government officials, research institutions and universities, other international agencies on the ground, and key donors;

· Oversee relevant program, finance and administrative staff to ensure that systems are in compliance with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures;

· Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts, and develop mechanisms for targeted research to inform program design and implementation;

· Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures;

· Increase staff capacity by ensuring high quality technical training on CVE programming for Mercy Corps staff and local partners, and providing ongoing coaching and mentoring;

· Promote learning and knowledge management through documentation and knowledge sharing around best practices and lessons learned.

Strategy and Vision

· Set the overall vision and strategy for the program by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve program objectives and impact;

· Work with the Country Director to develop a comprehensive strategy for CVE and peacebuilding programs in Kenya, integrating agency best practices and building off the existing portfolio of programs in country;

· Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support;

· Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.

Representation

· Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders;

· Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met;

· Maintain good working relationships with the donor, the host country government and local leaders, partner agencies, and other key stakeholders;

· Document and disseminate lessons learned and best practices from the program to internal and external stakeholders;

· Develop and maintain working relationships and coordinate with relevant international and local agencies active in the CVE and peacebuilding sectors, including donors, other peace-building and research organizations, local authorities and local partners, including representing Mercy Corps at local and national coordination meetings.

Team Management

· Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence;

· Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via performance reviews;

· Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes;

· Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance & reach objectives;

· Supervise and regularly coordinate with project staff and support departments to ensure smooth planning, preparation, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of program activities;

· Develop a framework for adaptive management and program iteration driven by research and learning;

· Provide overall leadership to a broad team of program staff ensuring synergy, sharing of best practices and resources.

Other:

· Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;

· Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility: Program Officers, M&E Officer, Finance Officer and other relevant staff

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Kenya Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Technical Support Unit (TSU), Operations and Finance Teams and Mercy Corps Desk team.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

· Master’s degree in conflict mitigation, social sciences, international relations or other relevant field preferred;

· Minimum 5 years’ relevant professional experience implementing conflict management and peacebuilding programs, preferably with experience on working on CVE programming;

· Previous experience managing programs in insecure environments;

· Experience in at least one of the following program areas: conflict management, governance and/or youth;

· Demonstrated experience with consortium management, including innovative ways to ensure participatory and dynamic engagement of partner organizations;

· Demonstrated experience with adaptive management, integration of research into program design and strategy, and innovative approaches to program monitoring and evaluation;

· Knowledge of systems approaches and resilience principles a plus;

· Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;

· Experience managing national and international staff;

· Familiarity and experience with USAID/DOS regulations preferred;

· Must be able to work independently while being a strong team player.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity to lead a multi-dimensional effort in a complex and fluid security environment. She will employ excellent judgment, strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, and be committed to the values and mission of Mercy Corps. She will take initiative, calculate risks and benefits of various courses of action, lead others to achieve to the highest level possible, and demonstrate solid decision-making while working in concert with diverse partners.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested candidates who meet the above required qualifications and experience should submit a Cover Letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) listing three professional references (including a recent supervisor) to ke-hrkenya@mercycorps.org on or before 4th July, 2018.

The email subject line must clearly show the job title and location they are applying for.

Applications without an appropriate subject heading will be automatically disqualified.

Please do not attach any certificates.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process

2. Recruitment by KWAL, Kenya (3 Vacancies)

Territory Sales Representative - Kisumu

Job Description REF-TSRS-07-2018

Function / Division: Commercial

Department: Sales and Distribution

Supervisor / Manager Title: Sales Manager

Location: Kisumu

Reporting to the respective Territory Sales Manager, the job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.

Responsibilities

· Conduct client visits for existing and potential outlets in the assigned territory in order to achieve the territory given sales targets and ensure sustained business growth.

· Achieve product availability targets for the assigned territory through identifying and negotiating listings and targets for strategic focus brands to drive and maintain numeric distribution by brand category.

· Enhance product accessibility through identifying and negotiating SOVI (Forward Share Inventory and limit Out of Stocks) and achieving cold and ambient space targets by channel and brand category.

· Promote product affordability on price by ensuring adherence to Recommended Retail Price (RPP) guidelines per strategic focus brand by channel and outlet type. Identify, negotiate, plan and execute activation opportunities such as promotions and tastings with customer in line with the territory sales plan.

· Achieve required customer visit hit rate; call effectiveness and minimum order quantities and/ or values in order to drive sales in volume and value.

· Pro-actively manage the cash and credit resources of the customer to drive growth of KWAL brands in terms of volume and value.

· Monitor and manage company assets such as fridges, vehicles within the KWAL policies and procedures to ensure optimal use.

· Receive, follow up and resolve all customer queries and complaints in collabollation with the customer service team in an efficient manner.

· Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to the territory manager to facilitate proper planning.

Requirements

· Bachelor degree in business a business related course.

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales within a similar environment.

· Membership in a professional body would be an added advantage.

· Must possess a clean and valid driving license.

· Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.

Competencies / Attributes

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Excellent Persuasion, negotiation and influencing Skills. Drive for results with no excuses.

· Ability to work independently with limited supervision, under pressure and meet deadlines.

· High levels of professionalism with internal and external customers.

· High level of integrity.

· Relationships and working contacts Internal – Sales and distribution, marketing, warehousing.

· External – Consumers, drinks venues, modern trade, HORECA, distributors, stockists.

· Work Environment: This is a field based role with limited Office time.

3. Territory Sales Representative - Kericho

Job Description REF-TSRS-07-2018

Function / Division: Commercial

Department: Sales and Distribution

Supervisor / Manager Title: Sales Manager

Location: Kericho

Reporting to the respective Territory Sales Manager, the job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.

Responsibilities

· Conduct client visits for existing and potential outlets in the assigned territory in order to achieve the territory given sales targets and ensure sustained business growth.

· Achieve product availability targets for the assigned territory through identifying and negotiating listings and targets for strategic focus brands to drive and maintain numeric distribution by brand category.

· Enhance product accessibility through identifying and negotiating SOVI (Forward Share Inventory and limit Out of Stocks) and achieving cold and ambient space targets by channel and brand category.

· Promote product affordability on price by ensuring adherence to Recommended Retail Price (RPP) guidelines per strategic focus brand by channel and outlet type. Identify, negotiate, plan and execute activation opportunities such as promotions and tastings with customer in line with the territory sales plan.

· Achieve required customer visit hit rate; call effectiveness and minimum order quantities and/ or values in order to drive sales in volume and value.

· Pro-actively manage the cash and credit resources of the customer to drive growth of KWAL brands in terms of volume and value.

· Monitor and manage company assets such as fridges, vehicles within the KWAL policies and procedures to ensure optimal use.

· Receive, follow up and resolve all customer queries and complaints in collabollation with the customer service team in an efficient manner.

· Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to the territory manager to facilitate proper planning.

Requirements

· Bachelor degree in business a business related course.

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales within a similar environment.

· Membership in a professional body would be an added advantage.

· Must possess a clean and valid driving license.

· Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.

Competencies / Attributes

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Excellent Persuasion, negotiation and influencing Skills. Drive for results with no excuses.

· Ability to work independently with limited supervision, under pressure and meet deadlines.

· High levels of professionalism with internal and external customers.

· High level of integrity.

· Relationships and working contacts Internal – Sales and distribution, marketing, warehousing.

· External – Consumers, drinks venues, modern trade, HORECA, distributors, stockists.

· Work Environment: This is a field based role with limited Office time.

Territory Sales Representative - Mombasa

Job Description REF-TSRS-07-2018

Function / Division: Commercial

Department: Sales and Distribution

Supervisor / Manager Title: Sales Manager

Location: Mombasa

Reporting to the respective Territory Sales Manager, the job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.

Responsibilities

· Conduct client visits for existing and potential outlets in the assigned territory in order to achieve the territory given sales targets and ensure sustained business growth.

· Achieve product availability targets for the assigned territory through identifying and negotiating listings and targets for strategic focus brands to drive and maintain numeric distribution by brand category.

· Enhance product accessibility through identifying and negotiating SOVI (Forward Share Inventory and limit Out of Stocks) and achieving cold and ambient space targets by channel and brand category.

· Promote product affordability on price by ensuring adherence to Recommended Retail Price (RPP) guidelines per strategic focus brand by channel and outlet type. Identify, negotiate, plan and execute activation opportunities such as promotions and tastings with customer in line with the territory sales plan.

· Achieve required customer visit hit rate; call effectiveness and minimum order quantities and/ or values in order to drive sales in volume and value.

· Pro-actively manage the cash and credit resources of the customer to drive growth of KWAL brands in terms of volume and value.

· Monitor and manage company assets such as fridges, vehicles within the KWAL policies and procedures to ensure optimal use.

· Receive, follow up and resolve all customer queries and complaints in collabollation with the customer service team in an efficient manner.

· Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to the territory manager to facilitate proper planning.

Requirements

· Bachelor degree in business a business related course.

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales within a similar environment.

· Membership in a professional body would be an added advantage.

· Must possess a clean and valid driving license.

· Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.

Competencies / Attributes

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Excellent Persuasion, negotiation and influencing Skills. Drive for results with no excuses.

· Ability to work independently with limited supervision, under pressure and meet deadlines.

· High levels of professionalism with internal and external customers.

· High level of integrity.

· Relationships and working contacts Internal – Sales and distribution, marketing, warehousing.

· External – Consumers, drinks venues, modern trade, HORECA, distributors, stockists.

· Work Environment: This is a field based role with limited Office time.

How to Apply

If you feel you meet the requirements for this position, send your updated CV with email & telephone contacts of three professional referees and the application letter quoting the Reference number & Title of the position as the subject to: The Human Resources Director, KWAL, Email: recruitment@kwal.co.ke.

Do not attach any certificates/scanned documents to your application.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

4. Book Keeping Internship Opportunities in Kenya

Book Keeping Internship

Roles

We are looking for a person with basic understanding in the following areas:

· Data entry, preparing and analyzing management accounts

· Bank reconciliations, statutory deductions and payroll

Requirements:

· Proficient in quick books and Microsoft excel

· At least 6 months working experience

· CPA IV

· Fast learner and a good decision maker

· Basic knowledge of accounting principles

· Must be able to work under pressure

How to Apply

Interested candidates to send in their CV to hr@upo.co.ke

5. Massive Recruitment by KICC, Nairobi

The Kenyatta International Convention Centre is established as a State Corporation under the Tourism Act 2011 to discharge the following mandates:

· Organize and host meetings and provide incentives for conferences and exhibitions at the Convention Centre.

· Develop and implement National Meetings, Incentives for Conferences and Exhibitions, in collaboration with the Tourism Board upon consultation with the relevant stakeholders.

· Market the Convention Centre, in collaboration with the Tourism Board.

· Perform any other functions that are ancillary to the objectives and purpose for which the Convention Centre is established.

KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable person and invites applications for the following posts:

Director Operations

JOB GRADE KICC 2 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ DO /2018

The Director Operations reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for providing strategic leadership and advice to ensure optimal utilization and management of the Corporations resources in the functional areas of technical services, events, customer service and housekeeping.

Requirements

· Initiate the development and review of Operations guidelines

· Coordinate the implementation of the Operations guidelines

· Identify, prioritize and coordinate the corporation’s operations projects

· Develop long term and short term Plans for various operations programs /projects, and achieved agreed target in line with the corporations strategic Plan

· Provide capacity building in the operations areas in line with the KICC’S Knowledge and talent management strategies

· Support various divisional and departmental interfaces to improve overall Corporation performance efficiency as a Market-led organization.

· Initiate interventions aimed at refurbishing and modernizing the KICC in terms of room, layout/floor plans as per client’s requirements

· Ensure that the Convention as an Asset is maintained.

· Ensure optimal utilization of the facility.

· Ensure proper safety measures are put in place at the Convention Centre.

· Ensure preservation of the architectural heritage at the convention Centre.

· Ensuring customer satisfaction for business events clients.

Requirements

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

· A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience five (5) years’ should be in a management position.

· Bachelors Degree in Hospitality or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution

· Masters Degree in Hospitality or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution

· Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable

· Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

· Proficiency in computer applications.

· Fulfill the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution;

Principal Planning Officer

JOB GRADE KICC 4 – (1Post) Ref. KICC/PPO/2018

The Principal Planning Officer reports to the Planning Manager and is responsible for developing and implementation performance contracts, research plans, initiatives, monitoring and evaluation.

Duties

· Developing and implementing research and development plans, procedures and techniques

· Assisting management and internal clients to understand the results and implications of research and development initiatives

· Interpreting the results of research reports and recommend new products or services based on research analysis

· Providing advice on research and development options available to the organization

· Monitoring any developments in the research area and work out how these may affect the organization

· Publishing results of significant research projects in various Marketing journals and periodicals

· Developing and implement knowledge management and knowledge sharing framework in the corporation

· Designing and implement performance monitoring system to ensure organization’s objectives and ensure targets are met

· Preparing departmental quarterly and annual performance reports x. Coordinating Annual Corporate performance contract evaluation exercise

· Coordinating the development and implementation of departmental annual business plans

· Cascading the Corporate performance Contract to the Directorate and departmental levels

· Monitoring and evaluate implementation of the KICC Directorates’ and departmental performance contracts

Requirements

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

· A minimum period six of (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of senior officer

· Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution

· Master’s Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration and any other related field from a recognized institution iv. Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation course

· Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks

· Proficiency in computer applications

· Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Principal Research Officer

JOB GRADE KICC 4- (1Post) Ref. KICC/ PRO /2018

The Principal Research Officer reports to the Planning Manager and is responsible for developing and implementation research plans, initiatives, monitoring any developments in the research area and work out how it may affect the organization.

Duties

· Developing and implementing research and development plans, procedures and techniques

· Assisting management and internal clients to understand the results and implications of research and development initiatives

· Interpreting the results of research reports and recommend new products or services based on research analysis

· Providing advice on research and development options available to the organization

· Monitoring any developments in the research area and work out how these may affect the organization

· Publishing results of significant research projects in various Marketing journals and periodicals

· Developing and implement knowledge management and knowledge sharing framework in the corporation

· Designing and implement performance monitoring system to ensure organization’s objectives and ensure targets are met

· Preparing departmental quarterly and annual performance reports

· Coordinating Annual Corporate performance contract evaluation exercise

· Coordinating the development and implementation of departmental annual business plans

· Cascading the Corporate performance Contract to the Directorate and departmental levels

· Monitoring and evaluate implementation of the KICC Directorates’ and departmental performance contracts

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have

· A minimum period six of (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of senior officer

· Bachelors Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution

· Masters Degree in Economics, Strategy, Marketing, Business Administration and any other related field from a recognized institution iv. Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation course

· Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks vi. Proficiency in computer applications

· Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Principal Compliance Services Officer

JOB GRADE KICC 4- (1Post) Ref. KICC/PCSO/2018

The Principal Compliance Officer reports to the Planning Manager and is responsible for quality assurance.

Duties

· Implementing of quality assurance policies and procedures in the Corporations;

· Managing Departmental internal processes for compliance with the quality management system;

· Coordinating Quality Management Representative functions in the Corporation;

· Undertaking sensitization of staff on awareness of customer requirements to comply with set standards

· Guiding the implementation of risk management function in the Corporation

· Ensuring that document processes comply with the required standards;

· Determining, negotiating and agreeing on in-house quality procedures, standards and specifications;

· Preparing and ensure implementation of Corruption Prevention plan and strategies

· Preparing and submitting in a timely manner periodic reports to the Corporation;

· Coordinating internal audits and follow-up audits;

Requirements

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

· A minimum period six of (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of senior officer

· A minimum period five of (5) years experience in ISO or other Quality Management System Training

· Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks iv. Certificate/ training (not less than four (4) weeks in Risk Management

· Bachelors Degree in Business, Strategy, Social Science or related field from a recognized institution

· Masters Degree Business, Social Science or related field from a recognized institution

· Membership to Institute of Risk Management, ISACA

· Have a diploma or its equivalent qualification in Quality Management Systems (QMS) from a recognized institution

· Proficiency in computer applications

· Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Principal Accountant

KICC GRADE 4 (1 POST) Ref. KICC/PA/2018

The Principal Finance & Accounts reports to the Manager Finance & Accounting and is responsible for monitoring and evaluating laid down systems, preparing management accounts and reconciliation.

Duties

· Monitoring and evaluating the laid down systems and make recommendations for improving the financial systems;

· Tracking the utilization of capital and operational expenditure against the approved budget and report on the same;

· Confirming the accuracy and completeness of accounts receivables (invoicing, receipting, banking and reconciliations) and reporting on the same as appropriate;

· Identifying and report to the Manager, Finance of any identified incidences of non-compliance with laid down financial systems and financial risks facing the Corporation;

· Liaising with other Departments so as to ensure that financial and related regulations are complied with and where applicable give procedural guidance including dealing with any staff enquiries on any payment related matters;

· Preparing of management accounts and end of year financial statements as well as timely submission of annual financial statements of accounts;

· Reviewing and coordinating accounts analysis and reconciliations (including bank reconciliations) on a daily basis;

· Coordinating the payment of suppliers of goods and services and ensure that Suppliers are paid promptly and deal with any supplier related enquiries

· Reviewing the payroll and effect accurate salary payments

· Preparation and reconciliation of credit reports

· Ensuring provision of accurate timely reliable financial information;

· Organizing and coordinating responses to audit queries.

· Compliance with the laid down corporations laid down policies and procedures

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

· Served in the grade of Senior Accountant or in a comparable for a minimum period of six (6) years and (3)years of which should have served in a senior position.

· Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or its equivalent;

· Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution

· A management course not lasting less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution

· Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) as a CPA(K) in good standing

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency in the usage of recognized computer accounting software and common office applications

· Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Senior Principal Office Administrator

KICC 5 – (1 Post) Ref. KICC/SPOA/2018

KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable person and invites applications for the following posts:

The Principal Office Administrator reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the overall secretarial services and management for Executive office.

Roles

· Using e-office to research and process data;

· Operating office equipment;

· Attending to visitors/clients;

· Handling telephone calls

· Handling customer inquiries and complaints;

· Coordinating schedules of meetings and appointments;

· Taking minutes, coordinating travel arrangements

· Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials; ensuring security, integrity and confidentiality of data

· Establishing and monitoring procedures for record keeping of correspondence and file movements

· Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office

· Preparing responses to routine correspondence

· Managing office protocol and etiquette and

· Managing petty cash

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:-

· Have served in the grade of Chief Office Administrator for a minimum period of six (6) years;

· Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies or Bachelor of Business and Office Management from a recognized institution; OR

· Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution;

· Certificate in Secretarial Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from Kenya School of Government or any other recognized institution

· Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

· Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;

· Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and

· Demonstrated professional competence in management of office; and administrative services.

Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant

JOB GRADE KICC 7- (1Post) Ref. KICC/SSCMA /2018

Roles

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have

· Stock classification and coding

· Update store records

· Issue and distribute stores items

· Compile payment delivery notes, invoices & certificate of completion of received goods

· File procurements records

· Prepare goods to be taken on charge (loan)

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

· Three (3) years relevant working experience

· Diploma in Procurement ,Purchasing, Logistics or Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution iii. Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks

· Proficiency in computer applications; and

· Fulfillment of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Internal Audit Manager

JOB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/IAM /2018

The Internal Audit Manager reports to the Board of Directors and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for providing assurance on the Corporations internal control systems, risk management framework and the governance structure.

Duties

· Providing the secretarial services to the Audit Committee

· Preparing annual internal audit work plan for approval by Audit Committee of the Board;

· Preparing and reviewing internal audit charter

· Preparing quarterly reports on the status of implementation of the internal audit annual work plan for submission to the Audit Committee;

· Developing and implementing an internal risk-based audit strategy;

· Planning and undertaking audits to assess controls, operational and technical efficiencies and compliance with policies, procedures and regulations;

· Oversee audit tests on internal controls in all processes

· Evaluating the effectiveness of the overall enterprise risk management program;

· Liaising with the Auditor General and ensure follow up on the process of implementation of Internal and external audit recommendations;

· Recommending mitigation measures to address identified weaknesses where necessary;

· Ensuring that the Internal Audit systems, procedures and guidelines are prepared for approval;

· Supervising the preparation of work programmes to ensure that audits are planned and well managed;

· Review and submission of audit reports to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board;

· Draft Audit Committee Board Charter

· To develop and maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme that includes internal and external assessment.

Requirements

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

· Have a minimum of eight (8) years in relevant work and at least three (3) years in management

· Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

· Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

· Be in possession of CPA (K) and any of the following: CISA, CFE, CIA or its equivalent and either.

· Be a member of Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) and any of the following professional bodies-Institute of Internal Auditors of Kenya (IIA-Kenya), Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)

· Have a certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

· Be proficient in computer applications

· Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Corporate Communications Manager

JOB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ CCM /2018

The Corporate Communications Manager reports to the Director, Corporate Services and is responsible for developing and delivering communications and public relations messages and materials to stakeholders.

Requirements

· Initiate Development of communications and media strategy for the organization

· Development of campaign and policy strategies for MICE business

· Coordinate a publications calendar for KICC

· Manage Public Relations and press release

· Manage internal communication

· Implement and expand communication strategy

· Managing public and media relations

· Develop and maintain a database and email distribution lists of relevant media contacts.

· Coordinate the generation of content for corporation’s website

· Coordinate content, editing, publication and distribution of corporation’s publication.

· Coordinating of the drafting of official speeches and briefings

· Initiating the development of corporate affairs and communication policies, strategies, procedures and systems;

· Coordinating all corporate communications and related matters in the Corporation;

· Coordinating the implementation of the corporation corporate communications strategy;

· Planning and conducting programs designed to create and maintain a positive corporate image;

· Planning and directing the communication strategies and policies;

· Coordinating the production of in-house publications and other communication materials;

· Managing corporate communications and media relations as required;

· Managing Corporate Social Responsibility Programmes;

· Managing stakeholders relationships;

· Coordinating stakeholder and service delivery surveys;

· Coordinating complaints handling and resultant statutory reporting;

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

· A minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a supervisory role

· Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following:- Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations or other relevant social science from a recognized institution;

· Master’s Degree in business or related field /social science from a recognized University;

· Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

· Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya;

· Proficiency in computer applications;

· Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Technical Services Manager

JOB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ TSM /2018

The Technical Services Manager reports to the Director Operations and is responsible for mechanical, electrical and building repair and maintenance of building fabric, plant and equipment within the Convention Centre.

Roles

· Provide leadership in the department to ensure that the existing installations are maintained at the acceptable optimum standards.

· Works with the Director to implement programs and projects aimed at achieving departmental mission and long-term objectives.

· Assists in the overall planning, organization and management of all aspects of utility operations, including general administration, budgeting, planning, and policy development.

· To organize service activities to ensure the department’s efficient and profitable operation by satisfying customers and enhancing customer relations.

· Ensure that the Department achieves target and budget objectives by ongoing examination of accounts and daily & weekly operating controls.

· Ensure that appropriate action is taken where adverse variations to target achievement occur or inadequate performance is suspected. Investigate actions and strategies to bring about necessary improvements.

· Ensure accurate recording of parts and service times, job costing and invoicing in the Technical Service Department.

· Ensure workshop, tools, equipment and other department assets are controlled and used effectively to complete customer repairs within time expectations

· Managing the departmental administrative duties e.g. preparation of performance reports, staff matters and development and modification of the management systems

· Any other lawful duties assigned by management from time to time.

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

· A Bachelors Degree in Engineering

· Masters Degree in Engineering or Architecture

· Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable

· A minimum period eight of (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of senior officer

· Proficiency in computer applications

· Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks

· Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Business Project Manager

JOB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ BPM /2018

The Business Project Manager reports to the Director Business Development Services and is responsible for pursuing new business opportunities in a quest to ensure that the existing organization’s revenue streams are augmented through new business projects.

Responsibilities

· Prioritize, plan and coordinate project development activities according to customer needs

· Supervise business projects team on daily basis to execute assigned projects within deadlines and budgets

· Determine resource requirements and identify resources with right skills to successfully execute projects

· Recommends the nature and scope of present and future product lines by reviewing product specifications and requirements; appraising new product ideas and/or product or packaging changes.

· Assesses market competition by comparing the company’s product to competitors’ products.

· Brings new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs; preparing return-on-investment analyses; establishing time schedules with engineering and manufacturing.

· Maintains Business Project management staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.

· Maintains product management staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results

Qualifications

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

· Have a minimum period eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at a level of principal Business Projects Officer;

· Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Commerce, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

· Have a Master’s Degree from a recognized institution

· Be a registered member of a relevant professional body.

· Have a certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

· Be proficient in computer applications.

· Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Digital Communication Manager

OB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ DCM /2018

The Digital Communication Manager reports to the Director Business Development Services and is responsible for strategic design, implementation and management of a range of online communication strategies, targeting media and industry engagement to promote KICC as a premier destination of business events.

Duties

· Develop and manage an effective social media strategy that acquires and retain users in general and within targeted audience segments

· Plan, implement and analyze video and distributed content across multiple Facebook pages and other social media platforms

· Monitor discussions, posts, and comments across multiple social media channels

· Ensure all plans are aligned to the wider brand and editorial strategy and will drive increased consumer engagement, website traffic, data acquisition and maximize revenues, while also increasing brand equity and online awareness

· Generate creative ideas for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Tumblr, LinkedIn, Pinterest and more

· Understand the brand and the community and ensure all plans and activity meet internal needs and our fans expectations.

· Work with teams to edit and post the best and most viral, irresistible event clips and monitor strategies to maximize video views and content sharing

· Develop other relevant social media outlets to support and expand KICC digital presence

· Facilitate the preparation and drafting of digital communications (email, social media, blogs etc)

· Creating content and management of the web page

· Act as corporation photographer to capture outstanding memorable images and archiving the same in a photo library

· Responsible for filming, editing and delivering outstanding video content for the organization

· Produce detailed weekly and monthly performance reports and post campaign reports where appropriate

Requirements

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

· Have a minimum period eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at a level of principal Digital Communications Officer;

· Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Communication, Journalism or Literature or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

· Have a Master’s Degree from a recognized institution

· Be a registered member of a relevant professional body.

· Have a certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

· Be proficient in computer applications.

· Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Marketing Manager

JOB GRADE KICC 3 – (1POST) Ref. KICC/ MM /2018

The Marketing Manager reports to the Director Business Development Services and is responsible for marketing the convention centre.

Roles

· Initiating the development of pricing and marketing policies, strategies and programs

· Implementing pricing and marketing policies, strategies and programs

· Undertaking market research to inform product design and market segmentation.

· Monitoring sales trends to inform marketing strategy.

· Selecting products and accessories to be displayed at trade or special production shows.

· Ensuring intellectual property protection for all marketing and promotional innovations.

· Coordinating and participating in promotional activities and trade shows, working with developers, advertisers, and production managers, to market products and services.

· Advising business and other groups on local, national, and international factors affecting the buying and selling of products and services.

· Initiating market surveys and research studies and disseminate their findings.

· Ensuring corporate branding in all Marketing shows both locally and internationally is upheld.

Requirements

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

· Have a minimum period eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at a level of principal marketing officer;

· Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Marketing, Tourism Management, Commerce (Marketing Option), Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

· Have a Master’s Degree from a recognized institution.

· Be a registered member of a relevant professional body.

· Have a certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

· Be proficient in computer applications.

· Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Business Development Services Director

JOB GRADE KICC 2 (1POST) Ref. KICC/ DBDS /2018

The Director Business Development Services reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for providing business development guidance by developing and implementing the national meetings incentives for conferences and exhibitions strategy.

Roles

· Development and implementation of all programs aimed at marketing the Centre both locally and internationally

· Development and implementation of The Centre’s strategic business development plans in line with the corporate strategic plan

· Develop and implement marketing programs aimed at increasing the Centre’s market share

· Bid for international conferences and exhibitions

· Development and implementation of goals, objectives and policies of the Business Development Directorate including Sales, Marketing, Digital communications and business projects

· Oversee the development of promotional, advertising and marketing materials for the organization

· Develop new products, services and market expansion programs

· Develop, plan and direct all business projects which can enhance the business of the organization

· Develop and review pricing policy from time to time to reflect on the prevailing market rates

· Study and analyze market trends to ensure the Corporation is in tandem with the prevailing markets

Requirements

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

· Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in senior management level in tourism, hospitality or related sector;

· Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution;

· Have a Master’s Degree in Business management or related field from a recognized institution;

· Be a member of a professional body;

· Have a certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

· Be proficient in computer applications;

· Demonstrate professional competency and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

· Comply with the provisions of Chapter six of Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Applications:

Applicants must comply with Chapter 6 of the Constitution and avail clearance certificates from:

· Directorate of Criminal Investigation (certificate of good conduct)

· Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) – Tax Compliance

· Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

· Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

· Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Interested and qualified persons are requested to submit their applications which should include

· One-page statement on how you meet the requirements for the post.

· Curriculum Vitae

· Indication of current salary.

· Professional certificates and testimonials. 5. Three Professional referees

Terms of offer

The successful candidate’s appointment will be as follows:-

· Job Grade KICC2 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable once subject to performance

· Job Grade KICC 3 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable subject to performance.

· Job Grade KICC 4, Job Grade KICC 5, Job Grade KICC 6 and Job Grade KICC 7 shall be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms

How to Apply

Applications should be sent under confidential cover and with the envelope clearly marked as per your application Ref. “Ref. KICC/ …… /2018” not later than 13th July, 2018 at 5:00pm to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

P. O. Box 30746-00100 NAIROBI

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Persons with special needs that meet the requirements are encouraged to apply