Recruitment at Tea Research Foundation of Kenya

Career Opportunities
 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenya citizens for the following job vacancies at Tea Research Foundation of Kenya Headquarters.

Chief Internal Auditor

Grade TRFK 6 

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities
 

An officer at this level will be responsible for 

• coordination of Internal Auditors works; 
• assist in development and implementation of audit plans; 
• undertaking special audit investigations as may be required from time to time; 
• ensuring risk assessment and developing risk management guidelines as well as fraud investigation strategy; and 
• assist in setting up and implementing systems in accordance with International Auditing Standards.   

The Internal Auditor will also assist in developing, implementing and auditing work programmes in line with set targets and annual work plans.

Requirements for Appointment
 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Have served for at least nine (9) years, three (3) of which in the senior management role in an audit function in a reputable firm;
• Have passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA (K) Examination or its recognized equivalent professional qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Have attended an auditing/risk management course or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Demonstrated professional competence in managing internal audit functions;
• Be a results oriented team player with good interpersonal, communication and analytical skills;
• Be a person of integrity. Compliant with Chapter six laws of Kenya.
• Be committed to continuous learning, performance improvement and professional development.
• Be computer literate and proficient in automated accounting and auditing systems.

Chief Accountant

Grade TRFK 6 

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities
 

An officer at this level will be responsible for 

• coordinating  management accounting and preparation of final accounts and statements; 
• ensuring timely and proper bank reconciliation; 
• interpreting regulations of TRFK pertaining to financial control and management; 
• coordinating preparation of budgets based on work plans; 
• ensuring provision of accurate timely reliable financial information as well as timely submission of annual financial statements of accounts; 
• interpretation of financial policies for sound accounting principles, practices and control and management of corporate tax, VAT and other statutory deductions.

Requirements for Appointment
 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Have served for at least nine (9) years, three (3) of which as head of Finance or equivalent position in a reputable organization;
• Be in possession of  a Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;

or

• Passed Part III of  Certified Public Accountants (K)  Examination or it’s recognized equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Have attended a financial management course from a recognized Institution;
• Have demonstrated professional competence in accounts work as reflected in work performance and results;
• Be a results oriented team player with good interpersonal and analytical skills;
• Be a person of integrity. Compliant with chapter six Laws of Kenya; and
• Be committed to continuous learning, performance improvement and professional development.
• Be computer literate and proficient in automated accounting systems.

Assistant Research Officers (Tea and Health)

Grade TR 8 

3 Posts

Duties and Responsibilities
 

This will be the entry and training grade into the Research Officers Cadre.  

Work at this level will be limited in scope and complexity and will be carried out under guidance of a more senior officer.  

Specifically, duties and responsibilities will involve: 

• introduction to research philosophy and methodology;
• participation in seminars and short courses on research practice; 
• participation in ongoing research activities; and 
• assuming increasing responsibility for research activities, particularly supervision of Laboratories Technicians and Field Officers.

For appointment to the grade of Assistant Research Officer, a candidate must:

• Be in possession of Bachelor of Science (BSc) Degree (Second Class Honours Upper Division) in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Food Science from a recognized university;
• Evidence of having done a project on tea preferably in the above specialized  areas;
• Evidence of having been involved in active research for at least two years specifically on tea and health;
• Evidence of having published at least one paper in peer reviewed journals;
• Be able to get on well with the diverse workforce;
• Possess good communication skills;
• Be a Team player with good interpersonal skills; and
• Possess analytical skills.
• Be Computer literate 
• MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Food Science will be an added advantage.

Please post your application to the address below by 19th June 2013.

The Managing Director
Tea Research Foundation of Kenya
P.O Box 820-20200
Kericho.
 

Email: jobs@tearesearch.or.ke

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NGO Jobs in Kenya - WSTF

Water Services Trust Fund
 

Financial support for improved access to water and sanitation
 

1. Re- Advertisement

 

Position: Finance Manager
 

Reporting: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.
 

Location: Nairobi
 

The Finance Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the financial affairs of Water Services Trust Fund
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Specific Duties at this level will include but not limited to;

• Take charge of the finance function and ensure the development of the financial management strategy and sound financial management systems
• Provide leadership in the formulation, implementation, analysis and reporting of financial management policies and strategies
• Provide leadership in the preparation of the budget in line with the strategic plan, and monitor and control to enhance effective utilization
• Reviewing donor contracts, cash flow and other financial projections in line with donor requirements
• Participate in financial negotiations with Development Partners and bankers
• Ensure timely preparation of the annual financial statements, donor management reports, monitor and reconcile the same
• Support the Resource Mobilization activities of the Fund
• Ensure timely the preparation of the Funds payroll and statutory returns
• Ensure timely project financial monitoring and reporting
• Implement internal and external audits recommendations
• Ensure timely disbursement and accounting of funds by agents
• Build financial management capacity of Water Service Providers, Communities and Water Resource users associations
• Supervise, appraise and develop staff in finance department
• Ensure proper management of the ICT and Procurement function in the Fund
• Taxation planning and management
• Cash management
• Ensure proper internal control

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Finance or business related field such as, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Management or Economics from a recognized Institution.
• Masters in Finance orin a related field.
• CPA(K) or ACCA
• At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a reputable organization, three (3) of which must be at a senior management level, preferably as head of the finance function
• Member of a professional body (ICPAK)/ ACCA
• Experience in project accounting is an added advantage

Personal Attributes

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.

Skills

• Computerized accounting.
• Financial management systems.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Knowledge in ISO management systems.

2. Advertisement
 

Position: Technical Auditor
 

Reporting: Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

Key duties and responsibilities will include and not limited to;

• Assessing the adequacy of internal controls over funds received by the project and supported institutions.
• Carry out technical audit of funded projects.
• Assess the adequacy of the systems of control over procurements of supplies, equipment and services.
• Verification of disbursements received and expenditures incurred.
• Evaluate expenditures at the project level, the recipient institutions and implementing agents against the authorized work plans so as to assess their relevance, appropriateness and general enforceability.
• Monitoring and Evaluation, inspection and audit of the completed technical works for quality and quantity timeline.
• Review the technical works and propose measures, procedures, tools, and actions that can contribute to the improvement of the quality of funded projects.
• Carry out technical audit of funded projects to determine compliance to engineering and technical standards.
• Coordination of Auditors and Audi-tees.
• Follow up audit issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree in Civil Engineering (Building or Construction) or any relevant degree.
• Masters degree in a related field.
• Registered member of a professional body.
• At least 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• Audit experience in a large Audit and Consultancy firm will be an added advantage.
• Experience in project management.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with above qualification and experience requirement will be offered to the successful applicants.

How to apply
 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications with the job title clearly marked on the envelope to the address below. 

Your application should include a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate, copies of your academic and professional certificate and testimonials and copies of professional membership(s) certificates. 

It should also include details of telephone contacts, email address, current position and immediate supervisor position, current and expected remuneration and three referees; one academic and two professionals.
 

Chief Executive Officer,
Water Services Trust Fund,
Hill, Mara Road, CIC Plaza, 1st Floor 

P.O Box 49699 - 00100, 

Nairobi.
 

To be received not later than close of business 9th May 2013.
 

Water Services Trust Fund is an equal employer and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Audit Job Vacancies in Kenya. Salary 40-45K Gross.

AuditSenior will be responsible for conducting clients audits, preparing audit reports and highlighting issues relating to internal control weaknesses. Salary for this position is 40-45K gross.

Audit Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:
Excellent analytical and audit skills
Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Advanced report-writing and presentation skills
Risk Analysis skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
Ability and willingness to travel

Qualifications:

Should be a CPA / ACCA Finalist 
A degree is an advantage

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Audit Assistant Kenyan Jobs. Salary. 25-30k

OurKenyan client is a rapidly growing audit firm located in Nairobi in need of anaudit assistant with over two years experience in an audit firm.

The successful audit assistant candidate will be responsible for conductingclients audits, preparing audit reports and highlighting issues relating tointernal control weaknesses.

Audit Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):
The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:
* Excellent analytical and audit skills
* Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
* Advanced report-writing and presentation skills
* Risk Analysis skills

* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
* Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
* Ability and willingness to travel
* Age – 35 years and below

Qualifications:
* Should be a CPA Finalist

Experience:
* A minimum of 2 years’ working experience
* Must have worked in an audit firm and can carry out audit on their own.
Expected Pay. Gross PayRange 25-30k. 

If qualified send CV only to jobs@staff-kenya.com on or before %th October, indicating the title(Audit Assistant JOb) on the subject line.

Corporate Staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th floor, Development House, Nairobi.
Email: jobs@staff-kenya.com
Website: www.staff-kenya.com


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Audit Assistant Kenyan Jobs. Salary 15K.

OurKenyan client is a rapidly growing Nairobi based audit firm in need of an auditassistant with one year experience in an audit firm.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting clients audits, preparingaudit reports and highlighting issues relating to internal control weaknesses.

Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

Theincumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:
Excellent audit skills
Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
Age – 35 years and below

Qualifications:

Shouldhave a minimum of CPA Part 2.

Experience:

Must have worked in an audit firm for a minimumof a year.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@staff-kenya.com on or before 1st October, indicating the titleon the subject line.

Corporate Staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th floor, Development House, Nairobi.
Email: jobs@staff-kenya.com
Website: www.staff-kenya.com

N.B. Wedo not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in ourdatabase.

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Accounts and Audit Intern Job Vacancy in Kenya

Ourcompany, a consulting group is looking to recruit an Accounts and Audit Intern to help us meet our growing client demands.

About the job

Roles and responsibilities

Perform audits and keep accounts of various clients

Carry out other relevant duties as assigned

Knowledge and qualifications

Must have completed an undergraduate degree in Commerce or a related coursefrom a recognised university.

ACCA final or CPA-K is an added advantage.

Closing Date: 23rd September 2011

City/Town: Nairobi

Type: Full Time

How to apply: If you qualify, send a C.V. with daytimepersonal no. to info@kbpa.co.ke

Company: KBPA Consulting Group


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Accounts Assistant, Auditor, & IT Job Kenya.

Accounts Assistant, Internal Auditor and SystemsAdministrator SACCO Jobs Kenya

Fundilima Sacco Limited is a savings and credit co-operatives society mainlydrawing her membership from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture andTechnology staff.

To improve on service delivery, the society wishes to attract highly motivatedindividuals for the following 
positions on a three (3) years renewable contract:-

1. Accounts Assistant FCSCS/ACC/5/2011

Reportingto the Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for loansreconciliations, loans recoveries, and maintenance of general ledgers andpreparation of reports.

Minimum qualifications:

*Be a holder of a B.Com with accounting options or equivalent OR
* CPA Part 1(Section 1 & 2)
* At least three years experience in Accounting/Auditing/ preferably inco-operative society
* Be computer literate in word processing database management and spread sheets
* Age 25-40 years

2. Internal Auditor FCSCS/IA/9/2011

Reportingto the Audit committee functionally and administratively to the Manager, theposition holder shall ensure accuracy of financial transactions and compliancewith established policies, procedures and internal control systems as well asimproving the effectiveness of risk management, controls and governanceadequacy of internal controls, accuracy of financial transactions andcompliance with established policies.

Minimum qualifications:

*University degree in commerce, accounting, economics or Business Administration
* CPA (K).
* At least five years audit experience.
* Good working knowledge of MS Word, Ms Excel and at least one audit software
* Age limit 25-40years

3. Systems Administrator FCSCS IT/62011

Reportingto the Manager.
Minimum qualifications:
* Diploma in IT. from recognized institution.
* Experience in Sacco software
* At least 2 years experience in a reputable firm preferably co-operativesociety
* Age limit 25-40 years

Those with Sacco related experience will have an added advantage

If you fit the above profile, please send your application, giving full detailsof your qualification, experience, current and expected remuneration togetherwith updated Curriculum Vitae with contacts of three referees to:

The Chairman,
Fundilima Sacco,
P.O. Box 62000-00200
Nairobi

So as to reach him on or before Friday 29th September, 2011.

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Accounts Assistant, Internal Auditor and Systems Administrator Jobs in Kenya

Fundilima Sacco Limited is a savings and creditco-operatives society mainly drawing her membership from Jomo KenyattaUniversity of Agriculture and Technology staff.

To improve on service delivery, the society wishes to attract highly motivatedindividuals for the following positions on a three (3) years renewablecontract:-

1. Accounts Assistant 
FCSCS/ACC/5/2011

Reporting to the Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible forloans reconciliations, loans recoveries, and maintenance of general ledgers andpreparation of reports.

Minimum qualifications:

• Be a holder of a B.Com with accounting options or equivalent OR
• CPA Part 1(Section 1 & 2)
• At least three years experience in Accounting/Auditing/ preferably in co-operative society
• Be computer literate in word processing database management and spread sheets
• Age 25-40 years

2. Internal Auditor 

FCSCS/IA/9/2011

Reporting to the Audit committee functionally and administratively to theManager, the position holder shall ensure accuracy of financial transactionsand compliance with established policies, procedures and internal controlsystems as well as improving the effectiveness of risk management, controls andgovernance adequacy of internal controls, accuracy of financial transactionsand compliance with established policies.

Minimum qualifications:

• University degree in commerce, accounting, economics or Business Administration
• CPA (K).
• At least five years audit experience.
• Good working knowledge of MS Word, Ms Excel and at least one audit software
• Age limit 25-40years

3. Systems Administrator 

FCSCS IT/62011

Reporting to the Manager.

Minimum qualifications:

• Diploma in IT. from recognized institution.
• Experience in Sacco software
• At least 2 years experience in a reputable firm preferably co-operative society
• Age limit 25-40 years

Those with Sacco related experience will have anadded advantage

If you fit the above profile, please send your application, giving full detailsof your qualification, experience, current and expected remunerationtogether with updated Curriculum Vitae with contacts of three refereesto:

The Chairman,
Fundilima Sacco,
P.O. Box 62000-00200
Nairobi

So as to reach him on or before Friday 29th September, 2011.


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Internal Audit / Monitoring & Evaluation Manager Job in Kenya

The Jomo Kenyatta Foundation (JKF) is a CompanyLimited by guarantee and having no share capital.

It is a leading educational publisher established by the Government of Kenya in1966 and mandated to advance education and knowledge through competitivepublishing and provision of scholarships.

The scholarships are extended to bright needy secondary school children.

In pursuit of its mission and guided by the vision of being the top publishinghouse in Eastern Africa and a leading scholarship provider in Kenya, TheFoundation is looking for suitably educated, trained, experienced, self-drivenand motivated individuals with exceptional creativity, enthusiasm and energy tofill the following vacant positions.

Internal Audit / Monitoring & EvaluationManager

Job Ref: JKF/HR/IA/2011/012

Reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board, the successful candidate willlead a team of auditors in implementing the Company’s internal policies andprocedures.

He/She will be responsible for conducting risk based financial statementsaudits, compliance audits and provide professional advice on matters of riskmanagement and corporate governance.

Key responsibilities

• Planning audit programmes and execution of the same.
• Developing an effective risk management process;
• Ensuring an effective internal control system;
• Maintaining effective governance processes
• Operate an effective monitoring and evaluation system
• Liaising with the external auditors in the Foundation’s annual audit
• Liaison with external parties on matters relating to the quality management system.
• Evaluating the progress and effectiveness of actions taken to implement approved audit recommendations.
• To perform any other relevant duty assigned by the Managing Director and the Audit Committee of the Board.

Minimum requirements

• Masters Degree in Business Administration.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• CPA (K) qualification or its acceptable equivalent.
• CIA, CFE or CISA Certification.
• Quality Management Standards training.
• A member of ICPAK, The IIA or ISACA in good standing.
• Working ICT knowledge in accounting systems with proficiency in CAATS.
• At least 7 years relevant experience of which three must be in audit.
• Be conversant with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and IFRS’s.
• Must have excellent decision making, report writing and presentation skills.
• Must have an analytical mind with proven managerial, leadership and organizational skills.
• Must be of high integrity, a team player, with excellent interpersonal skills.

N.B: All positions are permanent and pensionable except for the position ofAssistant Editor (Science) which will be offered on an annual renewablecontract. Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to successfulcandidates.

Interested applicants should apply by emailing us a copy of filled-inrespective JKF Job Application Forms to:hram@jomokenyattaf.com. 

The Forms are available on our website: www.jkf.co.ke

Please note that the Application Forms should not be accompanied bytestimonials. 

The closing date for receipt of the forms is 29th September, 2011.

Persons living with HIV/AIDS, disabilities and women are encouraged to apply.


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Internal Auditor and Customer Care Representative Jobs in Kenya

IU wishes to recruit mature, committed and selfdriven individuals for the positions of Internal Auditor and Customer CareRepresentative.

Internal Auditor

Overall Purpose of the Job 

Ensure compliance of the University operations to internal control systems,risk management and governance, procedures and policies with a view to safeguarding proper utilization of assets and other resources.

Responsibilities

• Providing regular briefing to Vice Chancellor and Council on the adequacy of the internal control systems in relation to risk management.
• Formulating and implementing strategies for general, investigative, systems and technical audit.
• Maintaining a close working relationship with the University’s external auditors and other agencies on corporate governance issues.
• Reviewing the existing internal control systems regularly to ensure security of the university assets and compliance with relevant statutory requirements where applicable.
• Reviewing the reliability, integrity, timeliness and accuracy of financial and operating information to facilitate sound decision-making by management.
• Manage operations of audit department to ensure achievement of set objectives and goals.
• Prepare and manage annual work plan and budget for audit department
• Risk facilitator for the organization
• Act as the Secretary to audit committee
• Reviewing and advising the management on adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
• Reviews systems established to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, statutory requirements and regulations
• Review means of safeguarding assets and verify existence of assets.
• Review operations, programmes and projects to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals and whether operations are being carried out as planned.
• Liaise with other departments in implementation of the University strategic plans.
• Advise management on effective cost control and revenue maximization measures. Ensure supervision, appraisal and training of personnel in audit unit.
• Developing and reviewing audit manuals.
• Carry out investigations as requested by management.

Educational Qualifications:

• Masters degree in finance or accounting or
• Bachelor of Commerce/ Finance/Accounting and

Professional Qualifications:

• (CPA (K)/ACCA or equivalent)

Working Experience:

• At least ten (10) years experience, of which Six must be in audit
• Experience in a set ups with frequent and varied financial activity levels and aspects

Technical Skills/Competencies 

• Strategic in mindset and sense of corporate result focus
• Good negotiation and coordination skills
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and performance – manage staff
• Good relationship building and decision - making skills.
• Creativity, innovation and good analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• IT proficiency

Customer Care Representative

Overall Purpose of the Job 

To provide excellent customer service with the view of increasing studentnumbers.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound calls for IU
• Respond to and follow up walk- in, telephone, mail and e-mail enquiries
• Assist customers who have specific enquiries
• Build customer’s interest in IU services and products through telephone and email marketing
• Present and close a sales pitch of IU’s services and products
• Provide personalized customer service of the highest level
• Arrange for the dispatch of information packages, brochures etc. to clients as part of customer follow up.
• Follow up client enquiries with clerical duties, such as faxing, doing references and liaising with other departments
• Receive IU mail and packages and forward to the relevant offices
• Convert prospects into students
• Liaise with departments for student enquiries to ensure excellent service
• Ensure reception area is presentable and the notice boards are up to date.
• Collect customer feedback
• Participate in IU marketing/promotional/selling activities.

Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications 

• Relevant Degree/Diploma particularly in marketing
• IT Proficiency
• 1 - 3 Years experience in selling and customer service

Technical Skills/Competencies

• Good listening and oral communication skills
• Good social Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Punctuality
• Quality management- look for means of improving as well as promoting quality
• Ability to make efficient use of resources
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• A sound knowledge of telephone etiquette
• Selling skills
• Problem solving and decision making
• Creative and self motivated
• Diligence
• Professional and confident

How to Apply

You may apply by emailing your CV and application letter torecruitment@iu.ac.ke

The closing date for this application is 17 September 2011.

Please note that no paper applications will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IU is an equal opportunity employer.


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