Director General Jobs at National Transport and Safety Authority in Kenya

Job Title: Director General

Employer: National Transport and Safety Authority
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 10th September, 2013,

Duties and Responsibilities
• Establish a strong regulatory, advisory, enforcement and administrative platform for safety on Kenyan roads.
• Propose and implement policies to and programmes to deliver the mandate of the Authority
• Shall be the Accounting and Authorizing officer and secretary to the Board.
• Shall be responsible for the day to day management of the set objectives and goals of the authority.
• Manage funds, property and affairs of the authority and develop strong internal financial, procedures and monitory systems for efficient delivery of service.
• Develop and prepare annual budget, audit accounts and strategic work plans for the approval of the Board.
• Implement policies, programmes and directives of the board in a timely and result oriented manner.
• Harmonize the Authority’s overall objectives and strategic framework with the national vision 2030.
• Establish a strong human resource management system with clear supervisory linkages for optimal utilization of staff

Candidate Profile
• Must be a Kenyan Citizen with high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism and meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Kenya Constitution 2010.
• Must be a holder of a Bachelors degree from a recognized University in management, social sciences, economics, public health, finance, law, engineering or any other related fields. A master’s degree in a specialized field will be an added advantage.
• Possess good communication, negotiations and interpersonal skills and be computer literate
• Outstanding track record of performance and leadership skills.
• Should have broad knowledge of transport and safety related programmes
• Should have the ability to mobilize resources, networking and be able to influence desired results in the work place.

Terms and Conditions of Service
All applicants are expected to obtain clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and a certificate of good conduct from Criminal Investigations Department.
Successful candidate for the position of Director General will be offered competitive remuneration package, including house allowance, medical benefits, gratuity and other benefits in accordance with Sate Corporation guidelines.
The appointment will be for a contractual period of three (3) years renewable once for a further period of three (3) years subject to satisfactory performance appraisal by the Board.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, Curriculum Vitae indicating current remuneration and benefits, copies of certificates and other testimonials to the address below quoting reference on the envelop DG.NTSA/2013.
The Chairman
National Transport and Safety Authority
P.O. Box 52692 – 00200
Nairobi
Only successful applicants will be contacted for interviews.

ICT Sales Manager Jobs at Janta Career Development Kenya

Job Title: ICT Sales Manager

Employer: Janta Career Development Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 10th September, 2013

Job Description:
The successful candidates will be accountable for the fulfillment of sales revenue target and market shares in ICT sector in East Africa. Being a key member of the team, your role is to execute sales strategies in order to explore business opportunity and maximize sales prospect. You will also establish and maintain excellent relationship with potential and existing customers as well as to provide world-class customer service to strengthen customer loyalty and market penetration.
Requirements
• Degree/Diploma holder preferably in IT, Computer Science, Sales or related disciplines
• A minimum of 4 years’ working experience in sales or consulting capacity ideally with a software development firm
• Sales experience in digital commerce or SACCO industry will be an asset
• Strong acquaintance in clients’ business, up-to-date technology and ICT/e-business trend
• Good knowledge and awareness in marketing field
• Capable of working independently and establishing relationship with decision makers and senior executives
• An outspoken, mature, resourceful and aggressive person with strong commitment to deliver excellent result
• Good presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Good command of written and spoken English
How to Apply:
Send your application and CV and indicate “ICT Sales Manager” on the subject line by;
Kind regards,
Anne Kimani
Human Resource Officer
Janta Career Development Kenya
P. O. Box 62886 - 00200
Nairobi.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
We thank you for your application.

County Head of Supply Chain Management Jobs at Nandi County Government in Kenya

Job Title: County Head of Supply Chain Management (1 Post)

Employer: Nandi County Government
Duty Station: Kapsabet.
Application Deadline: 13th September 2013

Ref: NCPSB/04/2013
Job Group “Q”
Salary scale: Kshs. 89,748 – 120,270 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs. 40,000p.m.
Other allowances: Kshs. 14,000p.m.

Terms of Service: Contract/ Permanent
The officer will head the Supply Chain Management Unit and will be responsible to the Chief Officers Finance for the efficient management of supply Chain Management Services

Duties: -
• Responsible for day to day management of the entire supply chain department;
• Issue/provide administrative guideline on implementation  and interpretation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and the supporting regulations;
• Develop County Annual procurement plan and ensure its full implementation
• Advice the entire County Government on matters relating to Supply Chain Management
• Prepare tender documents in accordance with Public Procurement Act 2005 and the implementing regulations  and coordinate the entire tendering process;
• In liaison with other ?nance functions, provide guidelines on matters of procurement, contract design and contract implementations;
• Secretary to the Tender Committee;
• Ensure that support staff keep county records and key information/reports in a timely, accurate and complete manner;
Qualifications / Requirements;
• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies management, Marketing, Law, Engineering or the equivalent from a recognized University.
• Relevant working experience of not less than 5 years.
• Have a thorough understanding of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and the Regulations.
• Be a member of KISM or relevant professional body.

How to Apply:
All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID Card, a detailed CV and copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials.
They should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left side indicating the reference number for the position area you are applying for to so as reach on or before, and addressed to: -
The Secretary,
Nandi County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 802 – 30300,
Kapsabet.
Hand delivered applications should be handed over at the Nandi County Government Office, 1st floor.
Women and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Business Development Executives Job at Parapet Hospitality & Business Institute

Job Title: Business Development Executives (3)

Employer: Parapet Hospitality & Business Institute
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 31st August, 2013

Duties / Responsibilities
• To develop new business relationships, generate and negotiate new income for PHBI to an agreed monthly target.
• To represent PHBI to potential clients through direct communication, in face to face meetings, telephone calls, emails and presentations.
• To actively and successfully manage the sales generation process: lead generation; credentials pitch; asking questions; solution pitch; negotiation; close; handover to the account management team
• Act as a representative of PHBI in marketing events and tradeshows.
• To create and account for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation, following PHBI procedure and in consultation with the Principal.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests for information in a timely manner
• Effectively interact with other departments including the management and academic staff when handing over task implementations or campaigns, ensuring that you timely, fully and correctly brief the staff to be involved in all aspects of the sale.
• Communication – preparation of correspondences from PHBI to its clients
• Any other additional responsibilities/duties assigned from time to time

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’S)
1. Achieve the set targets and growth in sales volume and new business leads
2. Motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all sales opportunities to PHBI are captured and explored.
3. Successfully management of the sales generation processes
4. Effective communication about PHBI issues with the stakeholder
5. Timely submission of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
6. Generate sales in short courses such as Home Management, Cookery and Customer Care etc.
Job Specification
• Education: ‘O’ level with minimum of C+ and a credit in English and Mathematics

Professional Training:
• Minimum of a Certificate in Sales & marketing or Business Administration from a recognized institution
• Computer literacy
• Customer care, selling process

Skills:
• Effective Interpersonal skills, good communication, leadership skills, good in computer especially excel word and power point, excellent planning skills.
Work Experience:
• A minimum of 3 years in sales and marketing, preferably in the college and schooling sector.
Person Specification:
• High integrity
• Work with minimum supervision
• Results driven and self-motivated
• well groomed
How to Apply:
Send CVs to hr@parapetinstitute.ac.ke

Chief Risk Officer Job Vacancy at National Bank in Kenya

Job Title: Chief Risk Officer

Employer: National Bank
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013.

Job Details
National Bank of Kenya, one of the leading banks with a vision to becoming the Bank of choice in the provision of financial services within the region has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, experienced, self driven, result oriented professional to fill the position of Chief Risk Officer.

Reporting to: The successful candidate will report to the Managing Director and the Board Credit Committee.
Role
The successful candidate will lead and own the banks Credit Risk strategy.
The candidate will also be expected to drive Operational Risk and Market Risk initiatives commensurate with the Bank’s stated risk appetite.

Responsibilities
•Own, manage and control Credit Risk in the bank that may be originated by Corporate, SME, Islamic and Retail Banking Businesses Divisions.
•Drive reviews on the Banks Credit, Operational and Market Risk policies and procedures.
•Recommend and implement improvements to ensure appropriate control environment for these risk exposures is established and maintained.
•Lead in the analysis and approvals of credit applications, and where required present the applications for Board Credit Committee approvals.
•Assist Senior Management and Board of Directors in understanding risk, its measurement and control methodology; and provide support to the Board in its oversight of risk through regular reports.
•Actively participate in Assets and Liabilities Committee (ALCO) of the Bank and provide critical input to help drive decision making on the optimal level of Risk Return trade-offs on transactions, products and business segments.
•Develop financial models and systems for predicting patterns and future trends, to pro-actively guide the Bank’s strategic direction. Conduct portfolio reviews and Stress Testing to manage potential risks.
•Develop and implement an appropriate (Enterprise Risk Management) ERM infrastructure by integrating risk management with the Bank’s strategic management process. Manage an on-going risk quantification, assessment, monitoring and reporting programs across the Bank.
•Manage risk profile mapping for new processes ; procedures in compliance to Bank ; Regulatory policies.
•Independent validation of the pricing models developed by the front office.
•Test procedures and communicate results to the business in a timely manner, and also document the testing procedures and results.
•Review new business and risk analysis in order to support internal decision making process.
•Lead the Credit Risk, Credit Administration and Credit Remedial teams.
•Maintain, develop and test the market risk system, which covers the VaR computation.
Requirements
•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related Business Field.
•Post graduate qualifications in Finance or Business Administration will be an added advantage
•10 years’ experience in banking, 5 of which must have been in Senior Risk Management role in a significant size Commercial Bank in Kenya or African market
•Deep knowledge of Credit processes, Credit Risk Control procedures and Credit Administration functions.
•Project management experience or skills in streamlining processes and managing risks.
•Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
•Strong analytical and interpreting skills on exposures data, and analytical Problem Solving skills
•Ability to relate market/economy knowledge and events to business and transactions so as to discern and present risks that would impact the business
•Demonstrated ability to conduct reviews and development of policies and procedures and align them with best practices and CBK guidelines, IFRS, the Banking Act, Basel rules and other Statutes.
•Ability to handle pressure, conflicting priorities and manage constant changes.
•The position attracts competitive salary compensation, eligibility to the banks bonus schemes, staff loans and other staff benefits.

How to Apply:
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their detailed application, CV, copies of their academic and professional certificates, day time telephone contacts and addresses of three professionally relevant referees to reach the undersigned by;
The Head Human Resource
National Bank
P.O. Box 72866-002 00
Nairobi
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
National Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

Over 10 County Chief Officers Jobs at Nandi County Government

Job Title: County Chief Officers (11 Posts)

Employer: Nandi County Government
Duty Station: Kapsabet.
Application Deadline: 13th September 2013

Ref: NCPSB/01/2013
Salary scale: Kshs. 120,270 – 180,660 p.m
House allowance: Kshs. 60,000p.m.
Other allowances: Kshs. 20,000p.m.
Terms of Service: Contract

The posts will be one for each of the following portfolios:
1. Finance and Economic Planning
2. Youth, Gender, Sports and Social Services
3. Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries
4. Tourism, Culture and Co-operative Development
5. Education, Research and Vocational Training
6. Transport and Infrastructure
7. Lands, Environment and Natural Resources
8. Health and Sanitation
9. Devolved Units and Special Programmes
10. Trade, Investment and Industrial Development
11. Information and Communication Technology

Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Officer shall be;
• The accounting and authorized officer in respect to the exercise of delegated powers and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Member.
• Responsible for Implementation of policies and development plans in the department
• Responsible for Development and implementation of strategic plans in the department
• Formulate and implement effective programs to vision 2030 and sector goals
• Promote national values and principles of the County Public Service in the department
• Requirements for Appointment
• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya. Those with a Master’s degree have an added advantage.
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than 10 years in the portfolio applied for.

How to Apply:
All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID Card, a detailed CV and copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials.
They should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left side indicating the reference number for the position area you are applying for to so as reach on or before, and addressed to: -
The Secretary,
Nandi County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 802 – 30300,
Kapsabet.
Hand delivered applications should be handed over at the Nandi County Government Office, 1st floor.
Women and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

IAT End User Department Instructors Jobs at Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT) in Kenya

Job Title: IAT End User Department Instructors

Employer: The Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT),
Duty Station: Nairobi, Nakuru and Mombasa
Application Deadline: 31st August 2013.

Job Description
The Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT), a leading ICT & Business training Academic Institution with branches in Nairobi, Nakuru and Mombasa, seeks to recruit Instructors to teach in our busy End User Department
Get connected to an Exciting career.

We are looking for candidates between 20 and 26 years, who hold a Diploma with a minimum of Credit in Computer Science, IT and/or Business; have a C in Mathematics and a C+ in KCSE aggregate

This person must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes, among others:
• Self-Motivation with a desire to develop a strong IT based career
• Excellent Communication & interpersonal skills
• Flexibility; can work on weekends (Sat & Sun) and early morning hours
• Able to work in any of our branches - in Nairobi, Nakuru or Mombasa
• Have a keen interest in teaching first time IT students
Selected Instructors will have the opportunity to join IAT’s degree programs at an attractive subsidized rate.

How to Apply:
Only those who meet the above criteria should send their applications, enclosing copies of their KCSE and Diploma certificates with their CV’s to:
The HR Director
IAT,
P.O. Box 14201, 00800,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: HRD@symphony.co.ke
Tel: 0725867519
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted on email on or before 4th September 2013 for the next stage of the recruitment process.