Content Developers Jobs vacancy in Kenya

Position Title: Content Developer (several positions)

Reports to: Deployment Head

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Basic Purpose: To ensure that content for training delivery is created at the stipulated time, cost and quality norms.

Expected End Results: Creation and customization of Content as per the business and people requirement of the region one is operating in.

Major Activities

• Understand and study the business challenges and the market reality of the region operating in.
• Should create effective content on Product, Process and Skills for both Sales and CS staff working at different levels.
• Update one’s knowledge on country’s laws and regulation so as to create content that enables the sales and CS staff to sell products and service clients while complying with the local laws.
• Get an in-depth understanding of the training requirements of the sales and CS staff so as to create the content accordingly.
• Have thorough knowledge of the competition, company products, pricing and the industry so as create useful and effective content.
• Liaise with Sales and CS trainers to get feedback on the training programs conducted so that relevant changes can be made.
• Construct learning solutions while ensuring quality.
• Create facilitator and participant guides as well as other training material.
• Conduct field study as and when required to obtain ground level data.
• Conducting pilot programs and Training of trainers on the content created

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

Education

The ideal candidate should be in possession of a Post Graduate qualification, preferably an MBA, especially in English Literature/Mass communication from a recognised university

Relevant Experience:

Have a minimum of 8 years experience in operations or training in a medium to large sized organization, preferably in a telecom/FMCG industry.

Personal Characteristics & Behaviours:

• Have strong and creative written communication skills
• Have proficiency in MS- Office
• Be a team Player
• Be strong on logic and analytical ability
• Possess sound visualization skills
• Have an eye for detail
• Have research orientation.
• Have the ability to work within deadlines
• Experience in writing, editing, proof-reading for tutorials and technical articles would be added advantage.
• Ability to explain complex issues in simple language to a broad consumer audience
• Familiarity with online publishing and active online blogging will be a strong plus

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com to be received on or before Friday 16th December 2011.

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.
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Training Manager - Madison Insurance Career Opportunity Kenya

Reporting to the General Manager – Life Business, the primary responsibility will be to design and implement capacity building programs in line with the corporate strategic objectives and provide solutions that deliver desired behavioural and business changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Periodically carry out training needs assessment to identify training and development needs for the the sales team and other staff and prepare annual training plan.
• Develop and review the training materials in line with current and future needs.
• Design and execute appropriate training and development programs with a view to enhancing the capacity of the sales team.
• Prepare and monitor training budgets.
• Align the training programs with the sales team career path.
• Develop and implement training evaluation instrument, collect feedback and continuously conduct training impact assessment with a view to ensuring the training offered is relevant.
• Design and implement capacity building programs for internal trainers (TOT) at the Regional and Branch level.
• Coordinate the learning and certification programs including identification of resource persons to facilitate the training and evaluating their performance.
• Conduct research on capacity building, motivation and retention schemes for the sales force.

Education, Training and Experience

The ideal candidate should have a business degree from a recognized university.

An MBA will be an added advantage and should be proficient in the use of MS office.

He/she should have at least five (5) years experience in the field of training including course design, development and adult education/learning styles.

Candidates who have at least five (5) years experience at management level preferably in FMCG or Financial Services Sector will have an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate must demonstrate exemplary working knowledge of current and emerging training tools and learning aids, strong presentation and facilitation skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, organization and planning skills, problem analysis and problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions within the required time frame.

A competitive package commensurate to the candidate’s skills and qualification will be offered.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae on or before 14th December 2011 to: hr@madison.co.ke
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Job Re-Advertisement Kenya Forest Service Senior Deputy Director (Finance and Administration)

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Job Title: Senior Deputy Director – Finance and Administration

1 Post

Grade: KFS 2

Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented persons to fill the above stated vacancy.

Reporting to the Director, the incumbent will formulate and coordinate the implementation of sound Financial, Human Resource and Administration policies and strategies for effective management of Financial, HR and Administrative activities.

Overall Responsibility

• Develop effective Financial, HR and Administration policies and strategies to meet the objectives of the service.
• Initiate and coordinate the Organization’s Development interventions aimed at promoting culture change in Finance, Human Resource and Administration policies.
• Prepare and implement the annual work plan for Finance, HR and Administration activities.
• Undertake benchmarking on current developments in HR and Financial Management Practices.
• Ensure compliance with Financial Reporting standards and labour legislation.
• Preparation of the strategic Financial and HR plans, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Coordinate the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goals.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of an MBA degree specializing in Finance, Business Administration or Strategic Management from a recognized University.
• CPA (K)
• Twelve (12) years experience in a Senior Management position in a large and reputable public organization, five (5) of which should be in Finance, HR, Business Development, Planning or Administration.
• Thorough knowledge of Kenya Labour Laws and National & International Financial laws.
• Must be member of a relevant professional body i.e. ICPAK
• Strong computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before Friday November 25th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Director
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513 - 00100
Nairobi

www.kenyaforestservice.org
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Head of Finance Advertising Industry Job in Kenya

Dynamic People Consulting is currently recruiting for the Head of Finance for one of its clients in the advertising industry.

Key Responsibilities:

The Head of Finance will be responsible for the following duties:

• Prepares cash flow and balance sheet statements on a monthly basis
• Conducts bank reconciliation on a monthly basis
• Produces monthly profit and loss statement
• Keeps track of company income by managing the organization’s financial accounts
• Keeps custody of company receipts and bank statements
• Withdraws and deposits money and checks to the company account
• Makes payment to suppliers in accordance to payment contract
• Verify cash requisitions from staff or suppliers
• Verifies cash requisitions from staff and suppliers with appropriate parties
• Generates delivery notes for orders
• Receives quotations sent out by sales
• Communicates credit terms to clients
• Receives and checks list provided by the Credit Reference Bureau for clients’ status
• Contacts clients to collect debt owed to the company
• Manages daily stocks
• Records new stock into the stock register

The successful candidate should have the following qualification:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA(K)
• Masters degree a must
• 5 years experience as an accountant
• 3 years in senior management
• Good Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as a team
• Attention to detail and a good sense of procedures
• IT tools proficient in the processing of information and communication
• Mature with excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Ability to work independently and as a team to manage work-relate responsibilities,
• Attention to detail, reliable and with ability to achieve high Quality Standards,
• An efficient organizer,
• A great sense of initiative and creativity in carrying out assignments,
• Good analytical and writing skills,
• Honest, a pleasant personality and willingness to go an extra mile

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send you CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@dpckenya.com
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CEO Manufacturing IndustryJob in Kenya

CEO Job Description

Main Purpose of the Job

Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for an individual to provide overall leadership, oversight and policy direction to ensure that the business achieves its vision, objectives and strategies.

Field of Responsibilities

• Oversee company personnel to ensure a well motivated, high performance work force.
• Develop a strategic-management framework to advance the company's mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth.
• Oversee company operations to ensure production efficiency, quality, outstanding customer service, cost-effective management of resources, and ensuring compliance with the laws of the country
• Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating robust and growing revenues and profitability for the company.
• Identify acquisition and merger opportunities and direct implementation activities.
• Design and approve company operational procedures, policies, and standards.
• Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.
• Evaluate performance of direct management reports for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices while building a pool of outstanding talent.
• Promote the company as well as build network through personal contacts, marketing promotions and industry events.
• Represent the company at trade and industry meetings, and other formal regulatory functions.
• Promote the company to local, national, regional and international markets and related constituencies.
• Co-ordinate communication with stakeholders
• Monitor and enforce service regulations as well as establishing proper internal control systems and procedures
• Present company reports and outcomes at shareholder and Board of Director meetings.
• Direct company planning and policy-making committees.
• Oversee foreign operations to include evaluating operating and financial performance.
• Serve as an alternate spokesperson for the Company, working with the Chairman as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Key Performance Areas

Grow the various businesses profitably & build long-term shareholder value

• Business revenue targets & market share growth
• Overall profitability and of each business unit
• Returns on investments
• Cash flow growth and efficient management

Develop and implement smooth-running business processes to underpin strategic objectives

• Customer relations and feedback
• Process efficiency
• Product development time
• Working capital investment

Identify & deliver customer expectations

• Customer satisfaction via feedback questionnaires
• Growth in key customer uptake
• Growth in key market shares
• East Africa brand awareness

Develop skills necessary to deliver long-term & sustainable success.

• Ensure appropriate reward & recognition structure.
• Attraction, retention & career development of key management team members and other staff.
• Staff turnover levels
• Staff skills and development index
• Staff satisfaction and succession planning

Work together with the Chairman to Cordial stakeholder relations and in their absence communicate with and manage all stakeholders complaints and litigation suits.

Identify and enable business solutions to deliver

Qualifications

a) Academic and professionals

• Undergraduate degree in commerce, business administration or engineering, masters degree in business administration added advantage.

b) Experience

• At least 10 years progressive experience in the field of general management

c) Key skills and qualities

• Leadership, customer relationships and support decision making, innovation

d) Strategic Planning Company Strategic Plan

e) Annual revenue budget Company budget

f) Annual expense budget Company budget

g) Number of reports

Direct: 4

Please send your CV and remuneration details: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

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Job Opportunity in kenya Mobius Motors Marketing Associate

Marketing Associate

Type: Fulltime

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Overview

Mobius is an early stage social business working to enable mobility across Africa by transforming its automotive market.

We recognise that appropriate transport is a key enabler to socio-economic development in deprived communities across the developing world and aim to unlock this vast potential by designing, manufacturing and selling a new vehicle for Africa, starting in Kenya.

We are always looking for exceptional individuals who share our vision and possess the skills and attitude necessary to make a valuable contribution to our work in Africa.

If you are qualified and interested in joining our team, please apply online at www.mobiusmotors.com/join-us.

Description

We are seeking a minimum two year commitment from an exceptional early career marketing professional to lead marketing strategy, research, campaigns and product launches to ultimately create the foundation of a future international automotive brand – a truly unique opportunity to create impact on a global scale.

The role will require a close working relationship with the venture’s CEO, Automotive Designer, Automotive Engineer, Cost Engineer and future production and strategy teams as well as various international vendors.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Marketing Development

• Deliver primary and secondary research that helps define market assumptions and consumer behaviours/profiles; research sources may include consumer surveys, focus groups, the internet, industry experts, market intelligence companies and internal knowledge.
• Develop complete understanding of the factors that go into the revenue and cost side of the business opportunity and provide recommendations to maximise revenue.
• Collaborate with leadership and future strategy teams to develop and maintain product category SWOT analyses; identify market trends, develop and prioritise a profitable product plan to meet consumer needs.
• Facilitate future-focused product ideation sessions and capture output for continuous design exploration; develop longer term product category/mix roadmaps based on deep and broad consumer profiling.
• Interface with cross-functional teams and outside agencies to develop and lead product go to- market strategy and plan.
• Create data-driven, dynamic, 'voice-of-the-customer' marketing strategies and tests that deliver against Return on Investment (ROI) targets through a segmented customer base across marketing channels.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across TV, print, radio, digital and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc) marketing channels.
• Collaborate with leadership and external agencies to develop key messaging and specific advertising copy/design/packaging for campaigns across marketing channels; including detailed associated budgets.
• Facilitate legal review of all advertising copy before launch.
• Execute local sales and marketing initiatives and develop plans to implement new innovative sales and marketing initiatives.
• Contribute to comprehensive testing matrix that accurately assesses delivery and performance of each marketing campaign on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Maintain and ensure high levels of data hygiene and integrity with fast-growing, high-volume data capture from market.
• Manage a future sales team to maintain strong relationships with key strategic customers such as large NGOs, government buyers and high potential individual entrepreneurs.
• Act as a liaison for all external media enquiries or articles, working with the CEO when necessary to facilitate interviews or other content.

Project Management

• Take ownership of projects; plan milestones, timelines, budgets, resources and identify potential risks to deliver supply chain aspects within agreed completion dates.
• Be proactive regarding task completion and periodically advise wider team on project status, timing, resources, issues, and ability to deliver on-time with excellence.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to general automotive industry marketing standards and best practices; maintain structured and versioned data outputs daily and backup data weekly.
• Work as an active member of the team, ensure effective communication between colleagues and positively contribute regularly to meetings and briefings.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate should combine outstanding technical skills in marketing with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

They should possess a strong skill set in creative and strategic thinking along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and take initiative regularly. They should be rigorous, pragmatic and on the-ground solution focussed – not overly academic.

Required

• Bachelors Degree (minimum) in Business, Marketing, Sales, Advertising, Communications, Economics or similar
• 3.4 GPA or higher from a top university worldwide
• 1-2 years related experience in marketing, advertising or branding
• Ability to strategically plan and lead teams of international and local Kenyan staff through to executional success
• Ability to lead cross-functionally; coordinating, leading and communicating information clearly
• Results-driven with exceptional detail and knowledge around metrics, specifically A/B testing and ROI analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail and high quality deliverable outputs
• Ability to analyse and solve complex problems
• Ability to grasp complex concepts and systems quickly, and express them in simple ways
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and to remain graceful under pressure
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and make sense of multiple data sources that may sometimes be contradictory in nature
• High degree of resourcefulness; looking beyond the normal channels of information to dig out data necessary to understand the market potential of the opportunity
• Ability to effectively communicate timelines and project progress with both internal and external management teams
• Ability to take ownership and accountability of project timeline and results
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with ability to create compelling and effective marketing materials and designs
• Proficiency in Excel, Project, Power Point and Word
• Exceptional written communication skills and with experience is writing compelling messages to a consumer demographic
• Strong presentations skills, including excellent oral communication skills
• High sense of drive and urgency in achieving our vision
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment and work within a diverse team
• Extreme patience and a good sense of humour
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• A start-up personality; entrepreneurial, ambitious, independent, systematic attention to detail, structured thinker, goal-oriented, flexible and able to deal well with setbacks
• Comfort with extensive travel throughout Kenya and longer term throughout East Africa

Desired

• Masters degree (or higher) in Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, Sales, Advertising or similar
• 3-5 years related experience in marketing, advertising or branding
• Passion for the automotive industry and social enterprise in Africa
• Fluency in Kiswahili (the national language of Kenya)

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