Finance Lead (SAP) Jobs at Tullow Oil in Kenya

Job Title: Finance Lead (SAP)

Employer: Tullow Oil
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013

Job Details;
Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to recruit a Finance Lead (SAP)


Job Purpose:
To lead the in-country Finance team on the Project, through the build, test, and deployment stages of the system and processes (note that the design of the system is complete).
Ensure the in-country  Finance team deliver a solution that meets the requirements specified, and is deployed effectively in-country
Develop a deep understanding of the process and system solution to be delivered through the  project, and ensure that that solution is effectively communicated and supported by the in-county Finance and user community

Responsibilities;
The individual will be responsible for managing the in-country Finance team’s contribution in the delivery of all aspects of the system (SAP) build, test and deploy phases.  To include:

Design & Build
• Troubleshoot issues or confirm alternative solutions where the stated design needs modification due to technical constraints within SAP
• Bring changes and impact on agreed requirements and design to the appropriate decision making forum for resolution (i.e. In-country Deployment Lead, Finance and Supply Chain Managers).

Data
• Review data cleansing activities to ensure that any Finance specific data object issues are resolved
• Manage the in-country Finance team’s support of data mapping workshops to ensure that legacy data can be mapped to SAP required data objects, such that mock conversions can be executed

Security / Role Mapping
• Support the role mapping exercise and ensure that the Finance roles are mapped accurately
• Confirm any existing or new Target Operating Model roles that map to SAP roles

Testing
• Support the preparation of testing documentation (scenarios, scripts, conditions)
• Support the creation of appropriate data for testing

Training
• Review and provide input to the training curriculum for Finance
• Confirm training requirements for Finance (by role / function)
• Support the delivery of Finance Training to the wider in-country Finance and Business teams

Deployment / Operational Readiness
• Assist with deployment planning and execution
• Contribute to operational readiness planning as regards the Finance process area

Experience and Education:
• Graduate and professionally qualified ACA/ACCA (minimum 5 years post qualified)
• 3 year experience of working for an oil and gas company/client (desirable)
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Finance processes
• First class interpersonal skills and able to demonstrate; drive, tenacity, credibility at all levels of the business
• Ability and confidence to present to large groups (including senior stakeholders)
• Good analytical skills and ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
• Solid ethical conduct and integrity that demonstrates continuous commercial best practice to the highest standards
• Ability to manage a team day to day and ensure the accurate and timely completion of deliverables in accordance with the project plan
• Computer literate and fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of applications
• Works independently with a minimal level of supervision and manage own time and establishes priorities
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental goals
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, valid email address, and the names and telephone contacts of three professional referees
All applications and enquiries should be addressed to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Tausi Court, 3rd Floor, along Tausi Road,
Off Muthithi Road, Westlands, Nairobi
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
E-mail: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Local Deployment Manager Jobs at Tullow Oil in Kenya

Job Title: Local Deployment Manager

Employer: Tullow Oil
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013

Job Details;
Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to recruit a Local Deployment Manager

Job Purpose:
1. To successfully coordinate, manage and deliver the local activities requirement to make the Pathway Programme a success in Location/ for a Business Unit.
2. Ensure the Location/ Business Unit is operationally ready for SAP, the new Target Operating Model for Supply Chain and Finance as well as other associated Pathway Projects.
3. Prepare the Location/ Business Unit for locally owned, sustainable change.
4. By understanding the culture and values of Tullow, ensure Programme implementation needs are balanced against unnecessary impact on our operations and people.
5. Coordinate activities of the Local Programme Network (including Local Data Leads, Super Users, Trainers, Testers)
6. Coordinate activities of other dependent teams (including local IS, HR, Internal Communications)
7. Work with Central Programme Deployment Manager and team leads (Programme Network Coordinator, Test Lead, Data Lead, Cutover Lead, Support Team Lead)
8. Assist local Pathway Sponsors, Functional Leadership and HR to fully consider the impact on the organisational structure, roles and the behavioural change needed to ensure not only successful implementation, but sustainable change

Responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with the appropriate local and central teams and stakeholders on developing and delivering the local Operational Readiness Plan and Sustainability Approach
• Lead the Local Programme Network Team in their Programme activities including Operational Readiness Assessments, Role Mapping Workshops, Launch Event and Town Halls, UAT, Train the Trainer
• Own and drive the local Operational Readiness Plan and Deployment Plan
• Manage local risks/ issues
• Engage stakeholders in the impact of the change and align project plans with the ability of the business to accept the change successfully
• Responsible for local coordination and completion of core deliverables including Role Mapping, Data Cleanse, IS Readiness, Training Attendance
• Work with the central Programme Teams to localise or coordinate the localisation of key deliverables e.g. Comms Plan, Training Context, Local Change Impact Mitigation, Engagement Events, Status Meetings, Post Go Live Strategies
• Assess, measure, track and monitor the progress of the local change and manage engagement of the business and stakeholders throughout
• Ensure consistency of project and change delivery methodology and communication channels across the Programme with the wider Pathway and Tullow Group approaches.

Experience and Education:
• Tullow employee with good local business knowledge and key stakeholder relationships preferred
• Project Management and Change Management experience of business change projects preferred, particularly relating to Deployment and Handover Readiness
• Experience working with third party service providers preferred
• Exposure to an Oil and Gas operating environment preferred
• Experience of Requisition to Pay, Materials and Logistics and Finance processes preferred
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Experience working with HR on resource demand, people management and organisational change preferred
• Project Management
• Strong business acumen and understanding of Tullow business processes
• Risk and issue management
• Coaching and team leadership
• Facilitation and negotiation
• Innovative thinking and problem solving
• Basic IT skills (MS Office, Survey Design)

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, valid email address, and the names and telephone contacts of three professional referees:
All applications and enquiries should be addressed to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Tausi Court, 3rd Floor, along Tausi Road,
Off Muthithi Road, Westlands, Nairobi
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
e-mail: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Over 20 Jobs at Murang’a University College in Kenya

Job Title: Academic and Non Academic Jobs

Employer: Murang’a University College (MRUC)
Duty Station: Murang’a
Application Deadline: 27th August 2013

Murang’a University College (MRUC), the successor to the Murang’a College of Technology (MCT), was established by the Kenya Government through The Murang’a University College Order, Legal Notice No. 129 of September 2011 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
The University College Council seeks to appoint suitable candidates for the following positions;

Academic Staff
The following positions are available;

School of Business and Economics
Commerce Department
Lecturer MRUC/ACA/77/5/13

School of Engineering
Engineering Vacancies in Mechanical, Civil and Electrical
Senior Lecturer, MRUC/ACA/78/5/13
Lecturer, MRUC/ACA/79/5/13
Assistant Lecturer, MRUC/ACA/80/5/13
Teaching Assistant, MRUC/ACA/81/5/13

Civil Engineering Department
Teaching Assistant MRUC/ACA/82/5/13

School of Pure and Applied Science
Mathematics Department
Lecturer, MRUC/ACA/83/5/13

Physics Department
Lecturer, MRUC/ACA/84/5/13

Office of the Principal
Legal Officer MRUC/NT/71/4/13 Re-advertisement
Senior Internal Auditor - MRUC/NT/85/5/13
Network Administrator - MRUC/NT/86/5/13

Procurement Department
Senior Procurement Officer MRUC/NT/65/4/13 – Re-advertisement

How to Apply:
Applicants should submit seven (7) copies of detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, e-mail addresses, telephone contacts and names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees to the address below quoting the Reference number.
Murang’a University College is an equal opportunity employer.
The Principal,
Murang’a University College,
P. O. Box 75 -10200
Murang’a.

Ordinary Life Manager Jobs at GA Life Assurance Limited

Job Title:  Ordinary Life Manager

Employer: GA Life Assurance Limited
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 20th August 2013

We are recruiting highly talented and motivated individuals as part of the pioneer team.
We are seeking candidates to fill in the vacant management position who shall be responsible for coordinating and controlling marketing and business acquisition activities, new business processing, servicing and claims settlement on all business that is handled by the section.

Responsibilities
• Ensure that accurate and competitive quotations in respect of Group Mortgage Assurance and Ordinary Life are prepared and delivered promptly to prospective clients.
• Liaise with brokers and direct clients to ensure that the business we quote for is placed with us where possible.
• Manage the timely preparation and dispatch of policy documents to clients;
• Ensure that costing schedules, premiums statements and renewal invitation notices are prepared correctly and dispatched to clients promptly.
• Oversee the collection of premiums as well as the handing of difficult cases
• Ensure that bonus statements are sent out annually to policy holders, that all inquiries by clients or prospective clients, are responded to promptly and tactively and that all claims are processed and settled without unnecessary delay.
• Oversee the payment of all monthly pensions and the maintenance and availability of all records regarding policy holders.
• Ensure that pensioners complete certificates of existence every six months and our records are updated accordingly.
• Oversee the preparation of weekly /monthly reports in respect of the sections activities for the Management meetings.
• Ensure that Life Underwriting and Reassurance sections are promptly and correctly advised on all issues that they require in order for them to perform their respective roles.
• Hold meetings, discussions, and consultations with staff to ensure a harmonious working relationship.
• Ensure that all working implements are properly taken care of and requisition on any additional that may be required.
• Manage, coach and develop staff in the division
• Ensuring that commission to brokers is processed accurately and paid promptly.

Job Specification
Academic Qualification
• Bachelor of Science in Insurance or Bachelor of Business Administration
• Relevant Insurance, Business Administration or other relevant field

Experience
• 7 years’ experience in managing Actuarial Operations
• Experience in relationship management within the insurance market
• In depth understanding of the operations of a life insurance company
• Good marketing, communication and presentation skill
• Good knowledge of the insurance business
How to Apply:
If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your c.v to henry@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line

Security Officer Job at Qick Televentures in Kenya

Job Title: Security Officer Job in Kenya

Employer: Qick Televentures
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2013

Qick Televentures is a telecom service provider focused on services in Telecom sector in the field of RF, Transmission, BTS installation, BSC, BSS, MSC, NOC among others which works as a backbone for any Operators or Equipment providers.
Responsibilities
• Preparation and reporting of Security Information
• Handle staff security cases and administrative issues; ensure all staff including foreigners are brief on security and compliance situation in the country.
• Compile monthly security surveys and crime analysis
• Supervise the management of security functions of office, Residential Premises.
• Investigate, collect and gather intelligence report cases relating to fraud, accident, loss of property and make the necessary reports.
• Compile case evidence and files and represent the institution in court when necessary.
• Maintain close liaison with police on security information and follow up court cases and facilitate sermons, bonds and other penal issues.
• Ensure effective security in maintained for the company’s property
• Organize/plan of security programmes and in training for expatriate staff
Requirements:
• Certificate in criminology  or equivalent or social order
• They shall have undergone a recognized training in a security establishment.
• Should posses at least 5 years previous experience in law enforcement and provision of security services
• Must have served in Police force at the level of an inspector with experience conducting criminal investigations
• Shall have a strong understanding of Kenya legal and court systems.
• Should be fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Excellent Team player with good interpersonal skills; ability to deal with people at all levels
• High standards of personal integrity

How to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications

Technical Assistant, Land Access Jobs in Kenya at Tullow Oil

Job Title: Technical Assistant, Land Access

Employer: Tullow Oil
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013

Job Details;
Tullow Kenya BV is seeking to recruit a Technical Assistant, Land Access

Job Purpose:
1. The Tullow Oil Kenya Technical Assistant, Land Access will be based in Nairobi with regular travel to Tullow’s acreage in North West Kenya and is responsible for supporting the development and execution of Tullow Oil Kenya’s Land Access Framework.
2. The Technical Assistant will report to the Nairobi based Social Performance Advisor and will contribute to business unit success by ensuring that Tullow Oil has a robust land access framework which facilitates unfettered access to land for ongoing exploration and appraisal, as well as early development activities.
3. Key to this role will be working closely with legal, EHS, operations and development to ensure that a ‘fit-for-purpose’ framework which accounts for domestic legislation, Tullow Oil Social Performance Standards and international standards is developed and executed in an efficient and timely fashion.
4. This work will be a critical input to Social Investment Strategy as it relates to livelihood support issues.  This position will also be the key point of contact internally for land related matters and will coordinate the Tullow Oil Kenya land access taskforce.

Responsibilities;
Land Framework
• In cooperation with legal provide input into national legislative and regulatory frameworks as they pertain to community land and access for oil industry activities.
• In cooperation with key functions, develop an integrated Tullow Oil Kenya Land Access Framework which accounts for (but not necessarily limited to):
1. National legislation and regulation
2. Local County procedures
3. International standards
4. Land tenure and land use rights
5. Public disclosure and consultation
6. Valuation and compensation
7. Economic and physical displacement
8. Cultural Heritage
9. Spatial services

• In cooperation with the Environmental team, input into the scoping and review of Environmental & Social Impact Assessments (and associated management plans) to ensure matters associated with land access and / or acquisition are appropriately accounted for.
• Provide technical land management input into the design, development and implementation of the Borealis Information Management System.
• Cooperate with Tullow Oil GIS to ensure the effective integration of land issues into spatial services to inform engineering design.
• Coordinate the Tullow Oil Kenya Land Access taskforce and ensure agreed actions are executed in a timely fashion.

External Stakeholder Engagement & Grievance Management
• As requested, support the site based Social Performance & EHS teams in executing stakeholder and community consultation activities in accordance with regulatory and IFC requirements for stakeholder relationship management.
• Support the timely resolution of stakeholder and community grievances, particularly where this involves issues pertaining to land grievances.
• Represent Tullow Kenya at key engagements as requested

Experience and Education:
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a land based role (surveying, town / rural planning and infrastructure development).
• Strong track record in building successful relationships and securing alignment between multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in relationship management, negotiations, and conflict resolution.
• Solid understanding of international best practice/standards in this area.  Particularly as they pertain to land access & acquisition, economic and physical displacement
• Extensive experience in the application of national and local land legislation / regulations and procedures.
• Heightened appreciation of the social, cultural and environmental aspects of land access and management.
• Proven track record of planning.
• Ability to translate complex information into strong, easily delivered messages, including the ability to influence, inspire confidence and build trust at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage complex matters in a transparent and inclusive fashion.
• Ability to integrate land issues into business and project planning as required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to manage conflict situations including conflict resolution and analysis.

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, valid email address, and the names and telephone contacts of three professional referees.All applications and enquiries should be addressed to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Tausi Court, 3rd Floor, along Tausi Road,
Off Muthithi Road, Westlands, Nairobi
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
e-mail: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Jobs at Lan-x Africa - Sales Consultant

Job Title: Sales Consultant

Employer: Lan-x Africa
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 20th August 2013

Lan-x Africa Ltd is a leading consulting firm that provides consultancy, training and HR Services to both national and multi-nationals companies in Kenya.
The company now seeks to fill the position of a Sales Consultant

Job Duties:
Business Development
• Sales of Customer Relationship Management, Human Capital Management, Document Management System and other ICT Solutions
Job Requirements
• An aggressive person in sales
• Effective communicator
• Able to work with no supervision
• Great team player
• High energy and self motivated
• Knowledge of ICT is key
• Available immediately
• Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• Preferably a lady
• Minimum 2 years working experience

How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should send their application letter, detailed CV, Current salary, daytime telephone contacts and addresses of 3 professional referees to info@lanxafrica.co.ke