Our client, Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a
registered trust of the ecumenical partnership of the Kenya Episcopal Conference
(KEC) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK).
MEDS has set on an ambitious strategic transformation path to restructure and offer better service to the Kenya health community.
In an effort to achieve its strategic plan, it is now seeking to
identify and bring on board well-qualified, experienced and high-performing
talent to participate in this exciting journey.
The organization is recruiting for the following position to support delivery of strategic goals.
The organization is recruiting for the following position to support delivery of strategic goals.
Internal Audit Assistant
Ref: HCSS/IAA-08
Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the incumbent will be required to provide internal audit support in the organization.
Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the incumbent will be required to provide internal audit support in the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting
assigned routine audits of various operations as detailed in the audit
plan timetable under the direction of the Internal Auditor;
- Drafting audit
reports on findings and observations made from assigned tasks for review
by the Internal Auditor;
- Carry out weekly
spot checks on operational areas to confirm proper servicing of customer
orders and adherence to procedures to assure good custody of
organizational assets;
- Participate in
risk assessment of the organization’s processes on a quarterly basis;
- Carry out
investigations for audit recommendations
Required Qualifications
- Certified Public
Accountant Two (CPA (II)) or related qualification
- Knowledge of
Computer Assisted Auditing Tools will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of
internal auditing techniques and standards
- Good
Communication and Inter Personal skills
- Be a person of
integrity
- Have the ability
to maintain confidentiality and remain independent
Business Analyst
Ref: HCSS/BA-07
Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Business Analyst will be responsible for providing information and statistical analysis regarding markets, products, competitors and customers.
Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Business Analyst will be responsible for providing information and statistical analysis regarding markets, products, competitors and customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect and
analyse data to evaluate existing and potential products and markets.
- Analyse the
effectiveness of marketing strategies and campaigns, and recommend
appropriate action.
- Undertake and
manage specific research on market conditions and changes in the industry
that may affect sales and the market trends.
- Undertake
competitive analysis by forecasting expected behaviours and plans of
competitors in the identified markets.
- Conduct market
research on entire product portfolio, competitor activities and consumer
preferences.
- Gather customer
feedback on the entire product portfolio for customer satisfaction
- Determine
factors affecting brand performance and recommend plans to counter
negative effects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors in a
Business related degree or Economics
- Minimum of at
least three (3) years working experience in a busy marketing department
- Have evident
business acumen
- Strong understanding
of customer market and dynamics
- Statistical
analysis skills
- Good oral and
written communication skills
- Report writing
skills
Marketing Officer - Quotations
Ref: HCSS/MOQ-06
Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the preparation of pro forma invoices/quotations and coordination of export documents processing.
Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the preparation of pro forma invoices/quotations and coordination of export documents processing.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and send
all quotations/pro formas by deadline dates for consideration.
- Prepare daily
quotations report and monthly quotations summary for decision making.
- Provide operational
seamless linkages between the quotation desk, order processing, stock
control, purchasing and credit control sections to ensure customer
satisfaction.
- Participate in
converting the quotations into orders, for increased business growth.
- Coordinate export
document processing and verification of invoices for export documentation
to facilitate timely processing of payment.
Required Qualifications
- Have a Business
or Economics degree
- Diploma in
Pharmacy Qualifications
- Have at least 3
years working experience with knowledge in pharmaceutical supply chain
management
- Be Team player
- Have Evident
business acumen
- Attention to
detail
- Analytical
skills
- Organizational
skills
- Communication
skills
Purchasing Officer
Ref: HCSS/PO-05
The Purchasing Officer will report to the Purchasing Manager and will be responsible for the procurement of trade and non-trade commodities and services.
The Purchasing Officer will report to the Purchasing Manager and will be responsible for the procurement of trade and non-trade commodities and services.
Key Responsibilities
- Source for stock
items, non-stock items and services for customer satisfaction.
- Source for
departmental and capital items for cost effectiveness to meet
organizational requirements.
- Participate in
the tender process for efficiency.
- Maintain
procurement related records for information and decision making.
- Handle returns,
complaints and other issues pertaining to non-stock items to facilitate
timely resolving of client issues.
- Place overseas
orders, liaise with clearing agent and verify transactional documents to
facilitate payment.
- Update supplier
performance records for accuracy and decision making.
- Participate in
preparing end month reports for review.
Required Qualifications
- Have a Business
related degree preferably in Procurement or Supply Chain Management
- Diploma in
Pharmacy
- At least 3 years
working experience in a pharmaceutical industry
- Be a person of
high levels of integrity
- Be a team player
- Possess
interpersonal and relations skills
- Have attention
to detail
- Negotiation and
Analytical skills
Training Officer
Ref: HCSS/TO-04
Reporting to the Training Manager, the Training Officer will be responsible for building capacity of the health workers at MEDS.
Reporting to the Training Manager, the Training Officer will be responsible for building capacity of the health workers at MEDS.
Key Responsibilities
- Identifying
training needs for curriculum development
- Participating in
the annual training program preparation for planning
- Participating in
identification of facilitators for training facilitation
- Preparing the
training timetables for the specific trainings
- Coordinate or
conduct the actual trainings for customer satisfaction
- Prepare reports
after each training for reference and decision making
Required Qualifications
- Diploma in
Pharmacy
- 3 years working
experience in a similar position
- Interpersonal
communication skills and a team player
- Possess high levels
of integrity
- Be a person of
pleasant personality
- Have the ability
to carry out training
- Marketing and
Negotiation skills
- Have good
communication and customer service skills
- Have Report
writing skills
- Have the ability
to drive and possess a clean driving license
Warehouse Manager
Ref: HCSS/WM-03
The Warehouse Manager will report to the Head of Operations and will be responsible for warehousing, inventory control and order processing at MEDS.
The Warehouse Manager will report to the Head of Operations and will be responsible for warehousing, inventory control and order processing at MEDS.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate
warehousing, inventory control and order processing for efficiency,
customer satisfaction and integrity of stock.
- Review
quantification and forecasting of stock items, for availability.
- Plan and
executive continuous and annual stock take for accountability.
- Approve stock
related supplier invoices for payment and accountability.
- Develop,
maintain and disseminate appropriate procedures for efficiency.
- Ensure efficient
performance management to achieve operational objectives and targets.
- Plan and control
budgets to optimize utilization of resources and accountability.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in
pharmacy
- Training in
management related field or supply chain management
- 5 years hands-on
experience in busy pharmaceutical or medical supply chain
- Interpersonal
relations skills
- Team player
- Possess high
levels of integrity
- Organization and
good communication skills
- People
management skills
Marketing and Communications Manager
Ref: HCSS/MCM-02
Reporting to the Head of Customer Service, the incumbent will be expected to develop, establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
Reporting to the Head of Customer Service, the incumbent will be expected to develop, establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-ordinate
market research, market intelligence, market information and data and use
the information for benchmarking and formulating marketing strategies for
growth and sustainability of the organization.
- Managing all
accounts through building strong relationships by sustaining rapport with
the Clients, making periodic visits; exploring specific needs and
anticipating new opportunities.
- Monitor, review
and report on all marketing activities and results for decision making.
- Determine annual
and gross-surplus plans by forecasting and developing annual and
monthly sales quotas for regions; projecting expected sales volume and
profit for existing and new products; analyzing trends and results;
establishing pricing strategies; recommending selling prices; monitoring
costs, competition and supply, and demand.
- Create a
respected and motivated marketing team with the right attitude and behavior,
build market place networks with many diverse contacts, plan, set and
monitor monthly targets for the marketing team and train the marketing
team on how to evaluate their networks and how to close deals.
- Manage MEDS
publicity strategies and evaluate the advertising and promotional programs
to ensure it is compatible with the target audience
- Develop and
manage the marketing budget and deliver marketing activities within
budget.
- Write and edit
in-house magazines such as MEDS update.
- Ensure MEDS website
is effectively managed for publicity.
- Coordinate MEDS
Corporate Events
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree
in Business Administration (Marketing)
- Bachelor’s
degree qualification in Pharmacy
- At least 3 years
working experience in a similar position
- Ability to carry
out financial planning and strategy implementation
- People
management skills
- Negotiation and
Communication Skills
- Ability to plan
and organize activities and events
- Analytical
skills
Human Resources Manager
Ref: HCSS/HRM-01
Reporting to the Managing Director, the incumbent will be expected to contribute in capacity and competency development for improved organizational performance.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the incumbent will be expected to contribute in capacity and competency development for improved organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Determine the
organization’s competence needs and ideal complement in support of business
strategies and objectives and advise management accordingly;
- Review HR
procedures to ensure staff discipline and compliance with labour laws;
- Liaise with HODs
to implement performance management and merit review programme;
- Budgetary
control to optimize utilization of resources and accountability;
- Ensure safe
working conditions to minimize hazards and meet statutory obligations;
- Identify and
implement training and development of staff to enhance productivity;
- Ensure that the
Staff Welfare Committee adheres to procedures and policies for
accountability;
- Manage medical
scheme in liaison with insurance brokers
- Foster effective
communication within the organization
- Organize staff
welfare activities and functions for motivation and teamwork;
Required Qualifications
- Masters
qualifications in Human Resources or relevant field
- Business degree
qualification
- At least 5 years
working experience, of which at least the last 3 years in a senior HR
position
- Good
communication skills
- Leadership
skills
- Counseling skills
- Interpersonal
relations, strong personality, confidentiality, assertive, emotional
intelligence
Employment is on a 3year renewable contract and a competitive
package will be negotiated with the right candidate.
Excellent working conditions exist for those who are looking for
a stable and ethical working environment.
Interested qualified candidates should send their applications
and CVs by email quoting the relevant position reference no. to
apply@hcsskenya.co.ke to reach us by Wednesday 30th January 2013.
Please indicate your current remuneration package as a guide to the “fit” in any of these roles, among other aspects that we will be evaluating.
Our Client is an equal opportunity employer.
Please indicate your current remuneration package as a guide to the “fit” in any of these roles, among other aspects that we will be evaluating.
Our Client is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Kindly quote position reference no. as your email subject, for
the respective position you are applying for.
