Kenya Industrial Estates was established Ltd in 1967 with the
mandate of facilitating and promoting industrialization through the development
of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country.
The company is currently undergoing a steep growth trajectory as
it repositions to contribute to the realization of vision 2030.
Consequently, a vacancy has arisen as follows:-
Planning & Research Officer
Reporting to Corporate Strategy & Planning Manager, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-
Responsibilities
Reporting to Corporate Strategy & Planning Manager, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-
Responsibilities
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To collect research materials.
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To write policy papers.
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To plan in order to provide long term strategies to the company.
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To coordinate the preparation and implementation of the
corporate plan.
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To plan and develop the organization management information
system in liaison with ICT manager.
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To assist in preparation of funding proposals for the company
donors and the Government as and when required.
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To attend management meetings, seminars workshops as and when
required.
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To train staff in the department on research and planning areas
of the company
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To identify causes of variations between results and the plans
and distinguish those causes that are controllable and the ones beyond control.
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To appraise the company management on the achievements and the
shortfalls over the planed period.
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To perform any other duties as required by the company.
Qualifications, Knowledge and skills Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Economics.
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At least 3 years in the similar position.
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Ability to conduct effective presentations and to convey ideas
by clearly formulating positions on issues and articulating options while
simultaneously conveying the maximum necessary information.
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Must possess an awareness of other disaster response
organizations.
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Knowledgeable about the development and use of integrated action
planning concepts and processes.
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Must be proficient with information systems.
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Must be proficient in task force records management.
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Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Business Development Manager
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will Conduct extensive market research and continue gathering information throughout the life of the business.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will Conduct extensive market research and continue gathering information throughout the life of the business.
Must have considerable sales experience, be an organized and
strong negotiator, and be aware of and responsive to economic trends,
government policies.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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To formulate and implement company policy on credit facility
investments.
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To advise the company on SMEs industry trends.
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To coordinate and update country wide status of company
portfolio status.
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To receive and appraise loan applications for disbursement.
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To coordinate branches on investment activities and initiating
implementation of projects.
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To supervise departmental staff and ensuring proper placement in
the departments.
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To coordinate technical support services.
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To represent the company at ministry meetings, seminars and
other relevant forums
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To ensure proper orientation of credit officers of the
department.
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To ensure high quality and commercially viable provisions of
business advisory services.
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To monitor the country wide loan implementations and adherence
to loan disbursement procedures.
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To coordinate the review and supervision of all investments and
recommend necessary action on them like rehabilitation, reschedulement or
liquidation.
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To be responsible for investment ranking into performance
categories.
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Collaborations and partnerships in the support of MSMIs.
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Coordinating entrepreneurship training.
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Ensure provision of high quality and commercially viable
business consultancy services.
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Provision of market access services to MSMIs.
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Provision of Business information services.
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Provision of technology transfer.
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Facilitating subcontracting and linkages.
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Establishment and maintenance of information centres.
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Develop new lines of non-fund based revenue.
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Promoting and marketing company products/services.
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Participating in development of new products.
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Participating in screening and selection of potential clients
for the company’s products and services.
Qualifications, Knowledge and skills Requirements
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A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Marketing, economics and
business studies from a recognized institution.
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Masters’ degree is an added advantage.
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At least 3 years’ experience in management level.
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Be a team player with great leadership abilities.
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Banking or microfinance experience will be an added advantage.
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Computer proficiency is a must.
Budget Accountant
Reporting to Finance Manager, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-
Responsibilities
Reporting to Finance Manager, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-
Responsibilities
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Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to
maintain expenditure controls.
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Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
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Consult with managers to ensure that budget adjustments are made
in accordance with program changes.
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Provide advice & technical assistance with cost analysis,
fiscal allocation and budget preparation.
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Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or
disapproval of funds requests.
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Match specific programs with appropriations for broader
programs, including items for emergency funds.
Qualifications, Knowledge and skills Requirements
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A degree in Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) from a recognized
institution.
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CPA (K) Holder.
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At least 3 years in budget analysis.
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Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information
to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
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Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and
weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Assistant Manager, Human Resource & Administration
Reporting to the Human Resource & Administration Manager,
the successful candidate will undertake the following duties:-
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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Monitors & track productivity levels across the
organization.
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Directs and monitors the conduct of performance appraisal as per
set schedules, provides technical guidance to appraisers, overseas proper
documentation and timely decision making.
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Monitors the execution of well-planned induction programmes to
enable the new employees reach productivity levels faster.
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Facilitates the development of appropriate organization
structure with clearly defined roles and manpower requirements.
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Track staff movement and ensure vacancies are filled within
stipulated time using the most effective and cost efficient method and sources.
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Initiates and participates in the selection process to select
the most suitable candidate.
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Formulates policies related to people management, deployment to
build a positive and performance oriented culture in the organization.
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Identifies critical employee training needs across the company,
designs the annual training calendar, supervises its execution and monitors the
effectiveness of training.
Qualifications, Knowledge and skills Requirements
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A bachelor’s degree in Human Resource from a recognized
institution.
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Higher national diploma from a recognized institution.
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Masters’ degree is an added advantage.
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At least 3 years’ experience in management level.
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Be a team player with great leadership abilities.
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Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions,
project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in
support of goals.
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Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and
techniques.
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Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within
tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to
participate in and facilitate group meetings.
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Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.
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Make sound and timely decisions.
How to apply
Those candidates who meet the job requirements as detailed in
the advert are encouraged to apply. Applications must be accompanied by current
curriculum vitae, giving details of educational and professional
qualifications, the relevant experience and addressed to the undersigned.
Applicants must also indicate their current and expected
salaries.
The applications should be received not later than 17th June,
2013.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB- Women and physically challenged persons are encouraged to
apply.
HR & Administration Manager,
Kenya Industrial Estates Ltd,
P.O. Box 78029-00507, Nairobi.
Kenya Industrial Estates Ltd,
P.O. Box 78029-00507, Nairobi.
Email: admin@kie.co.ke
