The New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited is one of the
leading Dairy Companies in the country re-known for its world class brands that
include KCC Butter, Ghee, Cheese, Gold Crown, Safariland Powder and Mala among
others. We wish to recruit dynamic and result driven professionals to fill the following
positions:-
1. Assistant Information Systems Auditor.
The Job: Reporting to the Information Systems Auditor, the holder will undertake reviews of the NKCC’s ICT infrastructure and provide assurance to management on the adequacy of the system controls.
Key Responsibilities
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Conducting regular risk assessments in the company’s Information
System and ICT Infrastructure and recommending measures to mitigate them.
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Contribute to the development of the annual Information Systems
audit plan.
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Execute Information systems Audit reviews based on annual
Information Systems Audit plan.
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Provide support to other assurance processes to ensure the
overall system audit opinion is incorporated and risks identified in the
underlying information systems and entire company.
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Monitor the implementation and operation defined controls and
recommendations on an ongoing basis.
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Ensure that financial and operational audit programmers’ include
sufficient and relevant information systems audit tests.
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Ensure that the company’s automated systems and information
technology are in compliance with the Company Policies and Procedures
requirements
The Candidate
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Bachelors Degree in Information Systems/Computer Science/
Computer Engineering from a recognized University.
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Professional Qualifications in Certified Information Systems
Audit (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
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CPA /ACCA will be an added advantage.
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1-2 years experience in Information Systems audit within an
internal audit function or external audit work experience specializing in
Information Systems audit from a reputable audit firm.
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Ability to apply professional and other skills acquired in an
ERP environment.
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Good understanding of information systems controls and
techniques for evaluating such controls, concept of risk and risk assessment.
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Sufficient understanding of diverse information systems
environment and architecture, software, computer operations and systems
lifecycle.
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Thorough understanding of business processes and of Network
Security and controls for LAW/WAN.
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Knowledge and experience in the use of CAATS/auditing software
is desirable.
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Detailed knowledge of information systems governance and
security principles and practices.
Essential Skills
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Excellent in written and verbal communication, numerical, analytical
and report writing skills.
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Must be proactive and innovative keeping abreast with
technological advancements.
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Working knowledge on SAP will be an added advantage.
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Must have ability to work independently with minimum supervision
and a team player with good interpersonal skills.
2. Procurement Officer
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the holder will follow up
on the procurement of quality goods and services at competitive prices.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Facilitating the procurement of goods and services for the
company
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Prepare requests for proposals
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Follow up on tender documents, prepare letters of invitation to
bidders to attend tender openings, facilitate tender opening sessions and
Implement decisions of Tender /Procurement and Disposal committees
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Monitoring the position of individual requisitions and expedite
delivery of goods and services
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Maintain a database of pre-qualified suppliers
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Review contracts and liaise with the legal department on
preparing service level agreements based on tender documents
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Offer secretarial services to Procurement Committee and Disposal
Committee Meetings
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Facilitating preparation and consolidation of annual Procurement
Plan in liaison with all departments
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Preparation of Procurement reports and submission of the same to
the Head of Procurement
Person Specifications
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Academic Qualifications - Bachelors Degree in Purchasing and
Supplies or its equivalent
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Professional Qualifications - Familiarity with the Public
Procurements and Disposals Act, 2005
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Experience - 4 years and above prior experience in a similar job
in a busy environment.
Skills
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Proficiency with standard office computer applications
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Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
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Good analytical, report writing, and Basic supervisory skills
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Good interpersonal and communication skills
3. Procurement Assistant
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Procurement Officer, the holder will provide
support in the procurement of goods and services.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Preparing the request for quotations, sending out to
pre-qualified suppliers and analyzing the quotations or tenders
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Updating all incoming requisitions from the various locations
and updating of the requisition register
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Monitoring of stock levels with stores and other departments and
taking prompt action, and expediting delivery of goods and services.
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Preparation and Raising of Purchase Orders in ERP
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Maintaining, filing , storage of procurement documents and the
safe custody of tender documents
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Assisting in responding to calls and correspondences on
inquiries from both internal and external clients
Person Specifications
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Academic Qualifications - Diploma in Purchasing and Supply from
a recognized Institution
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Professional Qualifications - Familiarity with the Public
Procurement and Disposals Act, 2005
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Experience- 4 year and above prior experience in a similar job
in a busy environment
Skills
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Excellent Computer literacy, Communication & Interpersonal
Skills
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Good record keeping skills and attention to detail
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Change agility (flexible) and ability to follow through on
defined tasks
4. Systems Administrator.
Reporting to the Business Applications Manager, to ensure both system and data remain operational and secure at all times.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Ensuring that company information as well as the Privacy Laws
and Policies are enforced.
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Developing, implementing and maintaining IT security solutions
including firewalls, antivirus solutions and intrusion detection/prevention
systems.
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Providing periodic reports on information security issues
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Reviewing news systems design and major modifications for
security implications prior to implementation
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Assisting in the design and management of the business and
disaster recovery plans for the enterprise
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Collaborating in the development and maintenance of NKCC
information security policy and program
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Performing risk assessment tests on the system to ensure proper
functionality
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Install, maintain and support system and application software.
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Make sure that the system software, operating systems and procedures
conform to organization norms, values and standards
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Create, reset, delete and maintain user accounts and passwords
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Train all staff about the uses of various software and programs
installed on the systems.
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Perform or assist in troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving
system and application problems/errors
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Perform usage monitoring of systems and applications ]ensure
optimum system performance by monitoring system efficiency
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Archive data daily and purge them if necessary
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Perform basic systems security administration functions
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Providing monitoring and primary response and intervention for
information technology related security incidents and violations
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Keep current with new security and network monitoring
technologies, applicable laws and regulations
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Plan for and respond to service outages. Communicate about any
system failure to the users and update them about the possible uptime
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Monitor and manage system resources, including COU usage, disk
usage, tape backup systems
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Perform systems backup and recovery procedures
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Maintain system documentation and logs
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Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Person Specifications
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Bachelors’ degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science or
related field from a reputable Institution
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Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE/MCITP) OR related
Certificate would be an advantage
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3 to 4 years work experience
Skills
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Experience working with SAP Basic Module
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Familiarity with network computer applications – WAN, LAN,
E-mail Infrastructure
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Technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft related
applications and technologies
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Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
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Good analytical, report writing skills
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Good interpersonal and communication skills
5. Network / Security Administrator
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Business Applications Manager, to ensure
maximum availability of resources for users through the administration of the
network and desktop equipment, and servers as well as the telecommunication
services and applications.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Ensure LAN and IP services are operational
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Coordinate and manage VoIP services
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Ensuring availability of bandwidth for critical applications
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Assisting the manager to verify monthly invoices and to make
payments accordingly
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Resolving network problems escalated by the Service Delivery
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Facilitating the use of the video conferencing equipment
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Exploring ways to improve effectiveness of communications among
staff members
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Maintaining proper documentation of the company’s
telecommunications network and computing environment including routine system
start-up and shut down
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Designing, configuring and testing network and operating system
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Facilitating the provision of back-up for data and assisting in
disaster recovery
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Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Person Specifications
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Bachelors’ degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science or
related field from a reputable Institution
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Professional Qualification in Certified Computer Network
Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or its
equivalent.
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3 to 4 years work experience
Skills
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Experience working with SAP Basic Module
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Familiarity with network computer applications – WAN, LAN,
E-mail Infrastructure
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Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
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Good analytical, report writing skills
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Good interpersonal and communication skills
If you meet the above requirements, send your applications
quoting the Name of Position applied for on the right hand corner of the
envelop, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, indicating current salary,
copies of certificates, testimonies and contacts of at least three references
and daytime telephone contacts to:
Chief Manager, Human Resource and Administration
New Kenya Co-operative Creameries
P.O. Box 30131 - 00100 GPO
Please note that all applications SHOULD BE sent through the above address ONLY, NOT later than 20th July 2012 5 p.m.
New KCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
