Job Vacancies: Various

Branch Manager in a Financial Institution Job Vacancy

We are a rapidly growing Financial Institution with over 150 retail branches over Sub - Saharan Africa, looking for a Young, Dynamic & Energetic Branch Manager in NAIROBI.

Minimum Requirements:

• O' level Education
• Degree / Diploma in Sales & Marketing will be preferred
• Minimum of 2 (two) years experience in the operational environment in a Financial Institution

Knowledge / Skill Requirements:

• Must be a motivated individual with the hunger to succeed and the will to constantly improve skill levels
• Must be fluent in oral and written English & Kiswahili
• Must have confidence and skills to present the company at various levels
• Good Knowledge of sales techniques are recommendable to be able to assist staff in the retail sales environment
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must have an excellent clean working record

Salary: Negotiable Basic Salary + Incentives based on performance

If you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter and a detailed CV with three professional referees including daytime contacts (quoting the position being applied for on the subject line) to: kenyaloans @ realpeople.co.ke no later19 June 2009

Kenya Airways' new Pilot Training Program Career Opportunities

Kenya Airways is the Pride of Africa.

And now we're building our pride even more, as Kenya Airways' new Pilot Training program opens for applications.

It's the perfect opportunity for new careers to really take off.

To apply;

• Go to www.kenya-airways.com/careers
• Indicate your "0" level mean grade and grades in Math, English and Physics by selecting the certificate category under
  
• Additional Qualifications and selecting the options "Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education KCSE" and "KCSE Math, English and Physics" and type in your grades in the Grade/level space provided.
• Also indicate your National Identify Card number under your details.
  
• Save your account information to complete application.
  

Career Opportunities in CIC Insurance

CIC Insurance has been in operation since 1978 and is one of the top 10 insurance companies in Kenya and the leading Co-operative insurer in Africa offering diverse products to the insurance market in Kenya.

Arising from our business expansion and in order to enhance service to our customers, we intend to fill the following positions in Nairobi.

1. BANCASSSURANCE Manager

Key Objective of the Job

To establish the distribution of company products in the banking sector, manage business relationships and leverage on emerging distribution channels and opportunities within the financial institutions.

Desirable Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelors’ degree in Sales, Marketing or a relevant business discipline
• Certificate of Proficiency in insurance
• Good communication and entrepreneurial ability
• 5 years experience in selling and / relationship management
• Ability to manage a sales channel with multi-sources.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills

2. Direct Sales Manager

Key Objective of the Job

To lead sales teams in distributing the company products within the Co-operatives and micro sectors using alternative distribution channels and working closely with partner
organizations to strengthen relationships and enhance market penetration in new and niche markets

Desirable Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelors’ degree in Sales, Marketing or a relevant business discipline
• Diploma in Cooperatives management or Microfinance
• A passion for direct product distributions to the micro sectors
• High integrity and demonstrable leadership ability
• Good communication and people skills
• 5 years experience in selling, and leading sales teams

3. Motor Vehicle Assessor

Key Objective of the Job

To enhance the General Business claims process by rendering professional services in motor vehicles accident assessment on behalf of the company in line with our
service standards and values.

Desirable Qualifications & Competencies

• O level Division III or Mean Grade C-
• Ordinary Diploma In Automotive Engineering
• 2 years working experience in the costing and estimating of all types of vehicles damages
• Ability and willingness to deliver results within set deadlines
• Good analytical and report writing skills
• Adequate understanding of the Motor insurance contracts
  

The detailed duties attendant to the above positions are posted at our Website www.cic.co.ke

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and recent CVs via e-mail to Recruitments at info @ cic.co.ke before 12th June 2009.

The e-mail should denote the Position applied for.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Business Administrator Job Vacancy: Karen Christian College

Karen Christian College formally known as Karen Bible College provides excellent and competitive education and training based on Christian values to serve God and humanity.

The college is registered with the ministry of education science and technology and also affiliated to Global University (ICI).

Minimum Qualifications:

• A committed and born again Christian
• A Business related degree
• CPA part II or related qualifications
• 25 years and above
• 2 years Managerial/Administrative/ Accounting/ teaching experience

Applications to be received not later than 17th June, 2009 and should be
addressed to:

The Principal
(Transformative Servant hood Training for a Better World)
(Free Pentecostal Fellowship in Kenya)
P.O BOX 24787-00502 Nairobi-Kenya.
Tel: 020-882770/882970
Email: info @ karenchristiancollege.com

Research Associate Job Vacancy: Pioneer Hi-Bred

Enjoy a challenging and fulfilling career with an international employer.

PIONEER HI-BRED (Pty) Ltd Kenya branch, Nairobi, is established as a wnolly-owned subsidiary of Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.

An outstanding career opportunity currently exists:

Research Associate:
Maize Product Development
Eldoret

Reporting to the Programme Leader, this role supports the development of products for the East, Southern and Central African region.

The incumbent will:

• Conduct experiments according to procedures, exercising appropriate independent judgment and discretion in cooperation with the Programme Leader
  
• Execute on the inbred development and evaluation process to provide customer focused products
  
• Maintain, organise and summarise results, noting, resolving and recommending protocol changes for improvements
• Hire, train and organise a workforce, ensuring work is performed safe and efficiently
  
• Inspect and maintain routine maintenance for equipment and machinery at the designated work location.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree/diploma in Agriculture or related disciplines with at least 2 years' related experience being advantageous.

International travel as part of professional development is a requirement as are excellent verbal, written and communication skills and a broad theoretical grounding and understanding of breeding principles.

Familiarity with computers and statistical procedures and fully bilingual, with 1 language being English, is also required.

E-mail applications for the post to: research.associate @ pioneer.com

Pioneer is committed to providing its employees with more than just a pay cheque.

The total competitive compensation package includes an attractive salary, benefits and other rewards.

Contact Gilda Smit on +27 12 683-5743 for more information.

Closing date: 12 June 2009.

Pioneer is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior Private Sector Development Specialist Job Vacancy: IFC

International Finance Corporation

World Bank Group

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest multilateral provider of financing for private enterprise in emerging markets.

IFC provides loans, equity, structured finance and risk management tools as well as advisory services to build the private sector in developing countries.

IFC is recruiting a highly motivated Senior Private Sector Development Specialist Trade Logistics Product

to help IFC's Business Enabling Environment and Investment Climate Reform Advisory Services roll out trade logistics projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Trade Logistics Product focuses on helping developing economies improve their business environment and enhance competitiveness and productivity through simplified and harmonized trade procedures, customs and inspections processes, policies and regulations.

This Product is being developed into a standardized and scalable product which is being rolled out in partnership with IFC Facilities, relevant World Bank units and other agencies and with donor support.

He/she will lead and/or participate in implementing projects; coordinate activities with IFC's clients and development partners; lead and provide technical guidance on rapid response advisory work; coordinate events; lead and/or participate in policy dialogue with governments; and, contribute significantly to trade logistics knowledge management and dissemination.

Candidates should have a combination of technical, operational and research skills with a strong policy focus, and at least some Africa experience.

Other requirements:

• Advanced degree in economics, public policy, or relevant fields
• 8+ years of experience in trade-related fields, ideally trade facilitation and logistics
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of international development issues, with emphasis on regulatory and institutional economics related to trade facilitation
• Proven capacity to design and implement projects and to produce timely and precise reports on project progress
• Demonstrated record of innovative and strategic advisory work, advising the public sector on policy / regulatory reform; practical understanding of the political economy of regulatory reform
• Ability to operate effectively as a task leader and team member
• Ability to operate in a multi-cultural environment and to develop effective relationships at all levels
• Superior communication skills in English; additional language skills in French are a plus

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Please visit the IFC career website at www.ifc.org/careers for a detailed job description and to apply on-line.

Deadline is June 19, 2009.

IFC offers rewarding careers and attractive conditions.

IFC's purpose:

• Promote open and competitive markets in developing countries
• Support companies and other private sector partners
• Generate productive jobs and deliver basic services
• Create opportunity for people to escape poverty and improve their lives

NGO Jobs at Jhpiego-Kenya: Coast Province

Jhpiego, an Affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting health programs to improve the lives of women and their families. Jhpiego-Kenya works in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health in the areas of HIV, Malaria, Maternal and Newborn Health, and Reproductive Health & Family Planning.

We are currently recruiting for two positions and looking for experienced individuals with excellent technical skills who are team players, dedicated, hard working, highly motivated and able to work in a high pressure environment requiring multitasking.

Jhpiego-Kenya: Coast Province

Clinical Trainer (RH & MCH)
Mombasa - 1 Position

Required Qualifications

• A trainer with at least 5 years experience
• Clinical background (Public Health Nurse, Reproductive Health Clinical Officer, etc.)
• Training and supervision experience in RH/FP and midwifery
• Excellent knowledge of Reproductive Health/FP, MCH programs in Kenya
• Knowledge on HIV/AIDS management and integration is an added advantage.
• Ability to design, plan, facilitate and evaluate trainings
• Must be a team player
• Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills
• Familiarity with alternative training methodologies (such as whole site training, on-the-job training, mentorship) an asset.
• Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS office
• Cooperative, competent, hardworking, flexible and dependable

NB: This post requires frequent travel from your station

Community Liaison Officer
Malindi - 1 Position

Required Qualifications:

• A Public Health Officer/Community Health Nurse with experience in training both service providers and community health workers
• Knowledge of HIV/STI/MNH and RH in Kenya
• Five years of work experience in MCH and/or adolescent health service delivery
• Excellent understanding of Reproductive Health issues
• Ability to work well with community structures and a team player
• Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills
• Ability to support projects, set priorities and plan for the successful implementation of health programs
• Extensive knowledge of MOH core function and systems
• Self management is necessary (i.e. motivation, dealing with pressure, adaptability)
• Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence
• Ability to handle a variety of different assignments sometimes under pressure of deadlines
• Cooperative, competent, hardworking, flexible and dependable

Interested applicants should send a CV and detailed cover letter to the following email address by 19th June 2009: HR-Kenya @ jhpiego.net .

Please indicate which position and region you are applying for and how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

NB: - Remuneration will be according to qualifications and experience
- Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Quality Assurance & Clinical Services Manager Job Vacancy: PSI

Population Services International – Kenya
Social Marketing & Communication for Health

Position: Quality Assurance & Clinical Services Manager

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: 15th June, 2009

Population Services International (PSI) is an international nonprofit organization that
harnesses the vitality of the private sector to address the health problems of low-income
and vulnerable populations.

PSI seeks an entrepreneurial, results-driven and highly competent candidate for the above position.

General Description of Role:

The Quality Assurance and Clinical Services manager will bring technical expertise to
PSI/Kenya that will be critical in the successful implementation of a reproductive health
network.

S/he will be responsible for all quality aspects of the Reproductive Health (RH)
program including the oversight, auditing and continuous monitoring of QA standards
within the RH network.

S/he will be responsible for the effective implementation of the PSI/Kenya Quality Assurance Plan.

S/he has overall responsibility over all clinical services aspects of the RH program.

The QA & CS Manager reports to the PSI/Kenya Country Deputy Director and will work closely with the RH Marketing and other staff to ensure a successful and well coordinated project.

Responsibilities:

These include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership in the implantation of the Reproductive Health network to accelerate service expansion for long term methods
• Advocacy and collaboration with MOH/DRH and other key RH stakeholders
• Review and or evaluate PSI’s provider training curriculum according to latest WHO and Kenyan MOH guidelines
• Develop quality standards for PSI’s reproductive health network and determine ways to monitor the successful implementation of these standards within the network
• Overall responsibility for Quality Assurance in all aspects of the RH program
• Work closely with Supply Chain Department to ensure timely procurement and supply of FP commodities
• Ensure the establishment, maintenance and monitoring of quality standards within the network of trained providers
• Identify, document, disseminate appropriate evidence based best practices in RH service provision and take them to scale nationally
• Manage a team of 15 clinical staff

Qualifications:

• Relevant clinical degree required preferably with post graduate qualification in public health, international health or related degree.

Experience:

• minimum of 5 years technical expertise in clinical and/or community based services preferably in a donor funded program
• Minimum 3 years experience in family planning or reproductive health services, public health.
• experience in training, curriculum development, training needs assessment, follow up and evaluation
• demonstrated creativity, strategic thinking, analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations).
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent spoken and written English

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and current curriculum vitae not later that 15th June, 2009 to: recruitment @ psikenya.org or mail to PSI: P.O. Box 22591
– 00400 Nairobi.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

5 Star Hotel Jobs Opportunities

A leading five star hotel seeks to employ suitable Kenyan Citizens with the right attributes to fill the positions below:

A. Assistant Front Office Manager

Reporting to the Front Office Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible to;

• Assist the Front Office Manager to ensure the smooth running of all Front Office department sections including: reception, reservations, transport, concierge, switchboard, business center and the guest relations.
• Help to ensure full control of the Front Office Department to ensure maximum room and telephone revenue is received by the hotel.
• Assist to ensure that the department has qualified, disciplined and motivated staff through training.
• Assist to ensure proper functioning and maintenance of company property entrusted to the department.
• Assist in the maintenance of high quality guest services.
• Assist to develop and sustain close interdepartmental communication and promotion of harmonious working relationships at the Front Office.

The position is challenging and calls for a dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking person with the following attributes;

• Aged 30 – 40 years.
• Holder of a certificate, diploma or degree in Hotel Management from Kenya Utalii College or any other internationally recognised hotel training institution.
• At least five years experience in a similar position, preferably from a five star establishment.
• Ability to create good rapport with the guests and to be extremely courteous and friendly at all times.
• Ability to work without supervision and achieve goals beyond the minimum set standards.
• Ability to set the highest personal standards of work performance
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Must be Computer literate with knowledge of the latest version of Fidelio hotel management system.

B. Night Manager

Reporting to the General Manager through the Front Office Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible to;

• Ensure the smooth running of the hotel through the night to maintain standards to guests and customers.
• Ensure that all the hotel departments are adequately staffed through the night taking into consideration the volume of business, and that the staff are productive overnight.
• Ensure that guests are served efficiently and receive an exceptional level of customer service from the night team by ensuring coverage of all sections of the hotel.
• Responsible for the health, safety and security of the hotel in the absence of the General Manager at night.
• Ensuring the correct cash handling procedures are followed by the cashiering staff.
• Maximizing sales opportunities and the running of the night audit.
• Responsible for night staff transport for Hotel and Casino.

The position is challenging and calls for a dynamic, confident, aggressive and forward thinking person with the following attributes;

• Aged 35 – 45 years.
• Holder of a certificate or above in Hotel Management from Kenya Utalii College or any other internationally recognised hotel training institution.
• At least five years experience in a similar position, preferably from a five star establishment.
• Ability to create good rapport with the guests and to be extremely courteous and friendly at all times.
• Ability to work without supervision and achieve goals beyond the minimum set standards.
• Exposure (working knowledge) in Front Office and F&B operations.
• Ability to set the highest personal standards of work performance
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

A competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidates.

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the address below to reach them by June 19, 2009.

DN/A 268
P.O Box 49010, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

World Vision Job Opportunities

World Vision Kenya is a leading non-governmental Christian humanitarian, relief, development and advocacy organization with projects in most parts of Kenya.

We wish to urgently recruit highly competent, proactive and self-driven persons to fill
the following positions within our organization.

Food for Asset District Coordinators - Field Based Positions

Purpose of the positions:

Based in the field locations the position will work with the district steering groups and other stakeholders to identify areas that have good potential (based on socio-cultural, land slopes, soils, and rainfall) for rainwater harvesting-based projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review previous activities of rainwater harvesting that has been carried out in Kenya.
• Working with the DSGs in the district identify areas that have good potential for rainwater harvesting-based projects.
• Develop clear boundaries of the watershed of the identified areas
• Consult the community leaders and communities on the most suitable intervention focusing, but not limited to, on RWH for the specific areas
• Develop project proposals for the implementation of the identified projects
• Develop actionable work plan for implementation of the FFA activities
• Develop the appropriate partnerships (with GoK, NGOs, CBOs) for the most efficient and effective implementation of the projects
• Train the communities on the implementation of the technologies
• Organize and supervise the communities on the communities
• Supervise the implementation of projects
• Writhe the relevant reports on the project implementation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A degree in agriculture engineering/soil, Water and environmental management/natural resources management
• Over five years practical experience
• Proven experience of working with rural communities and participatory planning
• Good understanding of dry land farming (crops and livestock)
• Good understanding of community mobilization and participatory methods
• Mature and confident to deal with district authorities at all district levels, communities and community leaders
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity
• Able to build strong relationships and partnerships with relevant agencies at district level
• Good team player, self starter, has ability to work under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships
• Strong commitment to WV Values, Mission and Vision.

Food Aid Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator - Based in Nairobi

Purpose of the positions:

• To ensure that the Food Aid Program is designed, evaluated and transitioning in alignment with WV’s (LEAP) and humanitarian accountability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, design, monitor and evaluate the Food Aid programs using LEAP alignments and food aid accountability measures
• Review and appraise project designs and implementation plans for LEAP alignment and accountability measures
• Build capacity of other staff in DME processes and requirements (aligned with LEAP and humanitarian accountability measures)
• Coordinate evaluation process and participate in these events
• Provide progress reports, analysis and recommendations to response management on LEAP alignment and effectiveness in the specific programme context.
• Develop/refine DME materials for use in emergency contexts
• Liaise with National Office DME Coordinator and Quality Assurance Working Groups to ensure development and implementation of best practice in the field
• Collaborate and work closely with the FPMG and FAQG WVI food aid teams work with ADP M&E staff, the commodities teams, communities, NGOs and UN agencies to ensure coordination of accountability efforts in the areas of operation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A degree related to the science and practice of community development, programme design, statistics and evaluation.
• 3-5 years experience in M&E positions including participatory research and impact measurement
• Proven technical ability around DME
• Proven extensive experience in professional role providing analysis and community based relief project management involving community mobilization and participatory techniques
• Significant demonstrated experience in working on donor funded programs, managing projects, including providing narrative reports on project objectives
• Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance systems, and continuous improvement, with particular emphasis on integration of accountability measures into all aspects of the project cycle
• Empirical knowledge of humanitarian codes, principles and practice
• Strong commitment to WV Values, Mission and Vision.

Field Nutritionists - Field Based Positions

Purpose of the positions:

• To support the management of supplementary feeding programmes in close liaison with the Implementing agencies, Nutrition managers, WFP field monitor and the District Nutrition Officers (DNO)

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and review monthly food request forms submitted to the lead agency by the DNO
• Together with relevant stakeholders, prepare a monthly distribution plan for the SFPs
• Carry out overall SFP activity supervision and actual distribution supervision.
• Support partners (WFP/UNICEF/MOH/Specialized agency) to ensure nutrition coordination meetings are held on a regular basis, and be an active participant of these meetings.
• Actively participate in district nutrition activities, such as trainings, activity planning, assessments and surveys
• Participate in the 10% monitoring of health facilities with WFP field staff.
• Undertake follow up visits to SFP sites.
• Prepare monthly summary reports.
• Carry out on the job training during supervision or monitoring visits at SFP sites.
• Participate in district trainings on management of acute malnutrition.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A degree in nutrition.
• Possess and demonstrate basic IT skills, and excellent report writing skills
• Experience in supplementary feeding programmes, preferably experience gained in ASAL districts
• The ability to work within a team, ability to work with minimum supervision, and have excellent communication skills.
• Strong commitment to WV Values, Mission and Vision.

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should reach the undersigned not later than June 16th, 2009.

Applications may also be hand delivered to our Karen office.

Indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject reference the position you are applying for. (Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).

Director, People & Culture,
World Vision Kenya,
P.O. Box 50816 (00200), Nairobi.
Or E-mail: recruit_kenya @ wvi.org

World Vision is a child focused organization and upholds the rights and wellbeing of children.

Our recruitment and selection procedures include screening and background checking for child abuse offenses.

World Vision is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our vision for every child, Life in all its fullness, Our prayer for every heart, The will to make it so.

Finance Officer Job Vacancy: UNSACCO

UNSACCO is a leading SACCO with 3,000 members from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds with a vision of being the preferred financial service provider.

We aim to uplift the socio-economic status of our members by offering them high quality, affordable and diversified financial services.

As we prepare for the future, we would like to recruit an adaptable, self driven individual, ready for challenge, with highly developed skills in delivering cutting edge solutions that would have a profound positive effect to our SACCO.

The Finance Officer will report to the Credit & Finance Manager on matters pertaining to the Society's accounting and finance functions.

Key roles include:

1. Preparation of detailed monthly books of accounts and management reports for the society.
2. Preparation of various banks, suppliers and other reconciliations.
3. Preparation and monitoring of society budgets.
4. Preparation of statutory returns
5. Verification and payments processing.
6. Preparation of final and interim accounts and relevant audit schedules and availing the same on strict timely basis to internal and external auditors

Desired Qualifications and experience

1. Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
2. Fully qualified Certified Public Accountant CPA(K)
3. At least five years experience in a busy computerized accounts environment, 2 years in supervisory / management level.
4. Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal skills and a good team player.
5. Well developed IT skills especially computerized accounting and Ms Excel.
6. Able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision

If you feel you meet the above requirements, please apply by sending your letter of interest and your CV with 3 referees to unsaccohr @ unon.org by June 12 2009, quoting your current gross remuneration.

Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Job Vacancies in Kenya

Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing efficient capital markets in Kenya.

The Authority invites applications from qualified, competent and experienced candidates for the following positions:

Senior Financial Analyst
HRD/SFA (One Post)

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Financial Analysis the selected candidate will be responsible for preparing schedules, reviewing and interpreting financial information and periodic financial statements of listed companies and market intermediaries aimed at securing compliance with capital markets rules and regulations.

She/ he will review applicable accounting information and reports to assess the adequacy of information disclosed, participate in special projects related to accounting and reporting issues as required, perform analysis to ensure disclosures are consistent with the capital markets rules and regulations and facilitate testing of controls related to financial reporting as necessary.

In addition, she/he will carry out financial analysis of all applications submitted by issuers and new license applicants to determine compliance with the subject applied for such as Initial Public Offer, Rights Issue, and new licenses and initiate and sustain customer relationships.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Accounting, Finance or in a related field and professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA, ACCA, ACA or ACMA.

The candidate must have over four (4) years relevant work experience gained from money and capital markets or relevant financial organizations with a strong focus on compliance and market regulation.

The ideal candidate must also have strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs of the Authority.

He/she must be a team leader, self motivated, able to multi-task, with strong attention to detail.

Senior Communications and Market Development Officer
HRD/SOMP (One Post)

Responsible to the Manager, Corporate Communications and Market Development, the selected candidate will assist in coordinating and implementing comprehensive market development, sensitization and awareness programmes with a view to increasing interest, knowledge and understanding of issues of importance to investors and capital markets players and ensure that investors and other stakeholders have the information they need to make informed decisions as participants in Kenya's capital markets.

The candidate will in particular;

• implement strategies, programmes, activities and initiate relationships with stakeholders and the general public to raise the Authority's image and profile;
  
• develop communication materials, run initiatives intended to inform investors on the possible investment opportunities, risks and rewards associated with various investments in the capital markets.
  

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in social sciences.

The candidate must have ability to quickly grasp complex technical and business concepts and express them in clear language, be flexible and open to changing priorities of the Authority and be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously within compressed timeframes.

In addition, the candidate must have proven ability to design, develop and implement both strategic programmes and support tactics, with superior written and verbal communication skills coupled with highly developed interpersonal and presentation skills.

Senior Legal Officer (Issues, Listings and Licenses)
HRS/SLO (One Post)

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Issues, Listings and Licensing, the selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing applications for licensing and approval of market intermediaries, reviewing applications for offers to the public and new or additional listings at the securities exchange and reviewing application for approval of products to be offered to the public, in line with capital markets regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree and be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, with a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in commercial law.

Professional qualifications such as CPA, CFA, ACCA or CPS will be added advantage.

The candidate must have legal and analytical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and possess a high level of attention to detail.

In addition, the candidate must be a team player with a highly organized, systematic, professional approach to work and ability to adapt to changing Authority priorities and to think strategically.

Compliance Officer
HRD/CO (One Post)

Reporting to the Assistant Manager Compliance, the selected candidate will be responsible for planning and conducting compliance examinations and investigations of broker dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, transfer agents and other market players in order to determine compliance with statutory and/or regulatory requirements.

She/he will examine the operations and financial conditions of companies, the adequacy of books and records, procedures for safeguarding funds and securities, and methods of doing business, validate securities data and determine the accuracy of reported securities transactions, prepare required schedules, worksheets and narrative materials, evaluate findings and draw conclusions regarding the degree of compliance with statutory and/or regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelors degree in Finance, Law, and Economics or in a related field and professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA or ACCA.

The candidate must have over three (3) years relevant work experience gained from money and capital markets or relevant financial organizations, with strong focus on compliance and market regulation.

In addition, the candidate must be goal oriented, self motivated and of high integrity.

She/he must possess strong interpersonal and decision- making skills, be flexible and able to meet deadlines.

Financial Analyst
HRD/FA (Two posts)

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Financial Analysis, the selected candidate will be responsible for examining and interpretation of periodic financial statements of listed companies and market intermediaries to ensure compliance with capital markets rules and regulations.

She/he will examine financial statements of applications submitted by issuers and new license applicants to determine compliance with the subject applied for, such as Initial Public Offer, Rights Issue and new licenses.

The candidate will also initiate and sustain strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or in a related field and professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA or ACCA.

The candidate must be a member of a relevant professional body, with over three (3) years relevant work experience, gained from capital markets or relevant financial organizations, with strong focus on financial analysis.

In addition, the candidate must be goal oriented, possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, ability to meet deadlines and strong attention to detail.

She/he must be able to adapt to the changing needs of the Authority.

Research Officer
HRD/RO (One post)

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Research and Product Development, the selected candidate will be responsible for conducting and coordinating research studies and surveys aimed at assessing, establishing and developing new policies, systems and strategies that will remove obstacles and create incentives for developing innovative products that address capital market gaps.

She/he will plan, design, and carry out collaborative research and surveys on capital market products and services, performance, characteristics and trends, business practices and financial risks to address the challenges and opportunities for capital market development in Kenya.

She/he will also conduct feasibility studies for selected products and services and make recommendations regarding their introduction and positioning in the capital markets.

The candidate will develop and implement monitoring systems for tracking fundamental economic, industrial and corporate developments, including local, regional and international monetary and fiscal policies in order to inform capital market policy formulation.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Economics or related field, with three (3) years of relevant work experience preferably in a Research position in the financial sector.

A Masters degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Research will be added advantage.

The candidate must demonstrate ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high effectiveness through attention to detail and follow through, strong verbal and written skills, ability to adjust to changing priorities and meet deadlines, ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion.

In addition, the candidate must demonstrate ability to analyze and synthesize data from a wide variety of sources and resulting information into clear summaries, be proactive in anticipating and seeking out information related to the immediate priorities of the Authority and the market and demonstrate competence in a variety of computer based research applications.

Registry Clerk
HRD/RO (One Post)

Reporting to the Administration Officer, the selected candidate will be employed initially on a one year renewable, fixed term contract and will be responsible for day-to-day management of the registry and the development and implementation of relevant document control procedures to ensure they continually meet the needs of the Authority.

She/he will maintain both manual and electronic filing systems and ensure the security of the Authority's records.

In addition, the candidate will undertake periodic identification of completed and finalised records and ensure proper archiving after expiry of the normal retention period and prepare daily, weekly and monthly returns regarding maintenance of records and filing systems, coordinate the records disposal process and make recommendations for improvement of the Authority's records management and archiving process.

The ideal candidate should possess a diploma in records and archives management or equivalent professional qualification with three (3) years of relevant work experience in a busy institutional registry.

In addition, the candidate must possess effective verbal and written communication skills, strong IT skills, strong planning and organizational skills, good interpersonal skills, good numerical and problem solving skills, the desire to continue learning, be detail oriented and of impeccable integrity.

For the above positions, the Authority is looking for strong team players, effective communicators and results oriented individuals.

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications please send your application quoting the reference of the position you are interested in, including your current curriculum vitae, salary history, three referees (one of who must be either your current or previous employer), day telephone number, e-mail address and details of your current salary and benefits to:

Chief Executive
Capital Markets Authority
P.O Box 74800 - 00200,
Nairobi

The closing date is June 18, 2009.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

This vacancy announcement is also available on the Authority website: www.cma.or.ke