Massive recruitment in ALTIMAAFRICA COMPANY

HR Consultant

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 7 # of Openings: 1

Description

Our client is a consulting firm, seeking to recruit a self driven, organised, experienced and ambitious individual to fill the position of Human Resources Consultant.

 
 

The Position

 
 

The position holder will be reporting to the Managing Director. They will be responsible for:

 
 

• Undertaking reviews including client and stakeholders interviews and, consultatively, proposing solutions to client problems;
  
• Preparing client briefs defining HR requirements; Consulting with clients on Job Evaluations, Organisational Restructuring, Appraisals, Performance Management and Talent Management
  
• Preparing client reports with regard to HR consulting including ensuring that projects are delivered to client specifications and within the set timelines
  
• Oversee Staff Outsourcing on behalf of clients including contracting, payroll management and HR Administration
  
• Report writing for HR consulting and training projects
  
• Undertaking business development work including lead identification, sales follow ups and deals closure
  
• Oversee the development of marketing documentation including client proposals;
  
• Identifying ideal candidates to fill client vacancies through a rigorous search, interview and selection process
  
• Coordinating tasks undertaken with part time consultants and HR interns
  

 
 

The Ideal candidate should:

 
 

• Hold a University Degree in a business related field with an emphasis in HR, a Post graduate diploma in HRM would be desirable
  
• Have at least 3-4 years work experience with General HR best practices, HR Administration and at least 2 years as a HR Consultant.
  
• Prior experience in HR Strategy, Talent management, Payroll management, Performance management, Organisational Restructuring and Job evaluation methodologies is key.
  
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and project management skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  

 
 

How to Apply:

 
 

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by Friday, 28th September, 2012, 5pm.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
  

Internal Audit Officer

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 41 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit an Internal Audit Officer to effectively achieve its strategic objectives and grow their client base and product offering. The purpose of this role is to plan, coordinate and execute independent internal audits and report on the same. This position will conduct an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of policies, procedure and standards to ensure compliance.
The individual will be reporting to the Group Internal Audit Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field.
  
• Professional qualifications – CPA/ACCA (Mandatory), CIA, CISA, IRM.
  
• At least 5 years of practical internal audit experience.
  
• Advanced Level Competence in Microsoft Office tools, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  

Job Specification- Internal Audit Officer

• Participate in development and implementation of risk based audit plans.
  
• Undertake audit assignments in line with developed plans.
  
• Compile final reports on audits for review by the Group Internal Audit Manager.
  
• Perform post-audit follow-up to determine the extent of implementation of audit recommendations.
  
• Carry-out investigative and adhoc audit and risk assignments.
  
• Review and assess risk in the accuracy of the management and financial information systems.
  
• Evaluate and Review the accuracy and reliability of the accounting records and financial & operating reports.
  
• Evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency and economy of the business units operations.
  
• Provide investigative services to operations and business line management and any other advisory services required in line with the guidelines set-out in the audit charter.
  
• Update the audit databases.
  
• Co-ordinate with external auditors, and verify implementation of internal control recommendations raised by the external auditor.
  
• Review financial records of the Group and Business Units with a view to detecting irregularities and illegal acts in the conduct of business.
  
• Assist the Internal Audit Manager in any other audit administrative duties.
  

Competencies

• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and prepare concise written reports
  
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  
• Self-drive and commitment to take initiatives, address problems, find solutions and provide lead to others  with little supervision
  
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships at all levels of the organization
  
• Team Player
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit
  www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 28^th September 2012.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
  

 

Logistics Officer

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 44 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Our Client, a fast growing Internet, Satellite TV and VOIP provider operating across the greater East African region, seeks to recruit a Logistics Officer responsible in the delivery of timely, effective and accountable logistics support. Work involves initiating purchase requests and keeping track of the stages through which each order is routed until receipt and payment. Work also involves shipping and receiving responsibilities for materials purchased including filing damage claims and shipping out materials being returned for various reasons. Work is usually performed under general supervision and requires the use of independent judgment and initiative while continuing to work within the company's procurement policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in Business or related field.
  
• Appropriate qualifications in procurement, logistics or related field.
  
• 3 – 5 years Experience in logistics, procurement of goods/services and stock management
  
• Knowledge of procurement and record keeping procedures applicable to purchasing.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partners and vendors.
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Powerpoint
  
• Proactive and result-oriented.
  
• Strong negotiation skills.
  
• Commitment to and understanding of the Company's aims, values and principles.
  

Job Specification- Logistics Officer

• Receives and process purchase requests for the Company.
  
• Maintains contact with vendors regarding orders and merchandise, new products, market conditions, and trends; coordinates purchasing from all Company vendors
  
• Maintains and supervises Warehousing and logistics contracts with partners
  
• Receives, inspects, and distributes merchandise to appropriate individuals
  
• Files damage claims with freight companies or vendors.
  
• Handle all warranty related claims with vendors and Dealers/
  
• Prepares periodic reports related to purchasing, inventory control, and shipping and receiving within the local operation.
  
• Conducts on-site inventory, prepares inventory listings to include the location and status of all equipment.
  
• Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of supplies and equipment; conducts cost/quality comparisons prior to submitting requests to procurement office.
  
• Confers with internal departments and external distributors / sellers to determine purchasing needs and specifications.
  
• Coordinates expenditure records with Accounts payable in order to assure prompt and accurate payment to vendors.
  
• Performs related work as required.
  

Competencies

• Strong analytical and organization skills;
  
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications;
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit
  www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 28th September 2012.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
  

 

National Sales Manager

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 43 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit a National Sales Manager to:

• Implement agreed sales strategy so as to meet corporate objectives.
  
• Drive sales force productivity and profitability.
  
• Set minimum standards of recruitment, training, activity, productivity and compensation for the entire Field Force.
  
• Set standards, and define career paths and requirements for the Field Force.
  
• Ensure minimum standards of behaviour, activity and performance are adhered to throughout the Field Force.
  

The individual will be reporting to the Managing Director.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field.
  
• 3-5 years of experience in a sales environment, in a dynamic organization at different functional levels, 2 years of which must have been at management level.
  
• Sales experience in a commercial setting, experience in financial services sector will have an added advantage.
  
• Advanced Level Competence in Microsoft Office tools, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.               
  

Job Specification- National sales manager

• Stabilize the Field Force morale and gain commitment from them to a new and more professional sales culture within the Company.
  
• Ensure that business growth is in line with and contributes to the agreed Strategic Plan for the business.
  
• Develop the direct sales force's office network, Sales Manager strength and Agent manpower in line with the strategic and profitability objectives.
  
• Recruit, monitor and develop Sales Managers and or Unit Managers.
  
• Set activity, productivity and quality (business retention, average premiums) standards and ensure that these are met throughout the direct sales force.
  
• Specifically monitor and observe the actual behaviour of Unit Managers, assess their performance against key role competencies and to improve their effectiveness through coaching and good example.
  
• Define training needs for all levels of the Field Force.
  
• Ensure that sales and sales management processes are properly defined and documented, effectively supported with appropriate tools, and strictly adhered to.
  
• Develop and maintain good quality sales management information systems so as to provide timely and effective insight into performance of Managers and Agents alike. 
  
• Develop and maintain effective two way communication between Head Office and the direct sales force so as to improve mutual trust and co-operation.
  

Competencies

• Dynamic and energetic sales professionals.
  
• Aggressive with drive and high energy levels who shows potential to bring business for the company.
  
• Self motivated, productive, innovative and results driven.
  
• Ability to think strategically, formulate business plans and execute the same to achieve set objectives.
  
• Excellent people skills and ability to achieve results through people.
  
• Customer Management.
  
• Managing financials.
  
• Negotiation and influential ability.
  
• Sales Analysis.
  
• Good Communication Skills.
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit
  www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 28th September 2012.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
  

 

Program Director

Location: Uganda Job Code: 45 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Our Client, a telecommunication firm operating across multiple countries in Africa, seeks to recruit a Program Director to run Data Center operations. The candidate will be required to map to the CIO and his next level in terms of stakeholder management. S/He will be responsible for the integration and expansion of the operations over a period of time by building teams. Having prior experience working in an IT services company and dealing with Indian teams, teams from local regions in Africa, will be an added advantage.

Minimum Requirements

• 12 – 15 years of Industry experience
  
• Domain experience in one/multiple domains
  
• Expertise with program planning and tracking tools like MS Project/Clarity
  

Job Specification- Program Director

• Manage an existing engagement comprising of inter-related projects to deliver specific business objective
  
• Manage a large team spread across multiple OPCOs including stakeholder management across these OpCos
  
• Program Management: Setting a clear Vision for the Operations team & excellent rigor in tracking service metrics, communication and closure of actionable from time to time. Project Management of implementation and Operations projects.
  
• Customer satisfaction: Track transaction CSAT (END USER LEVEL) and Perception CSAT (BUSINESS LEVEL)
  
• Service Management of Telecom Services end to end from an ETOM/TOGAF framework perspective
  
• Delivery of Infrastructure Services based on ITIL V3 framework covering Service desk , End user management and Data center domains – (Wintel, Unix, Storage, Backup, Network, Security, Database and Middleware towers). Should have experience in managing Data Centers especially in large Telco's where-in the Data Centers host the range of applications including OSS/BSS applications for the Telco
  
• Able to identify, track and mitigate risk – Operational /Technical /Program related
  
• Financial Governance: Track and improve on Cost of Delivery & Maximize on new business opportunities within the account and develop plans for penetration of Wipro Services and increase share of wallet
  

Competencies

• Would require high degree of customer interaction and Stakeholder Management.
  
• Being able to work with cross functional teams, varied suppliers and business teams
  
• Be able to make effective presentations at an Operational /Steering committee level
  
• Strong aptitude for delivery processes, People management Skills, Strong Technology orientation & highly process oriented.
  
• Certified Stanford Program Manager or PMP or equivalent /ITIL V3 certified - preferred.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit
  www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 24^th September 2012.
  

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Public Relations and Communications Manager

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 40 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Reporting to The Company Secretary and Director of Corporate and Legal Affairs, the Public Relations & Communications Manager will be responsible for implementation of Centum's Group communications, investor relations and brand strategies.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in journalism, marketing or Public Relations is preferred.
  
• Professional qualifications in communications/public relations and a member of recognized professional PR body.
  
• Over 7 years of PR and Communication work experience
  
• Experience working with PR agencies will be an added advantage.
  

Job Specification- Public Relations and Communications Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A successful job holder will be expected to deliver on the following:

• Investor relations. Design and implement an investor relations strategy that will enhance Centum's image;
  
• Media relations. Effectively co-ordinate media interest in the organization and ensure regular contact with target media;
  
• Brand strategy- Effectively implement a brand strategy that will enhance our brand presence in Africa;
  
• Corporate Social responsibility- Develop a sustainable Corporate Social Investment strategy geared towards enhancing investment education and develop an activity plan for the corporate sponsorships;
  
• Corporate Communication. Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all centum publications; internal & external to ensure effective articulation of Centum's brand;
  
• Crisis management-design a crisis management system and ensure continuous testing to confirm effectiveness;
  
• Developed and execute online strategies that improve our visibility in the social media such as search engine optimization, keyword search, search engine marketing and social media presence.
  

The Successful job holder will:

• Be an effective leader committed to developing a world class Communications unit;
  
• Have the intellectual capacity and appropriate educational and professional education and training to handle the complexities of Centum's business;
  
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to effectively articulate Centum's position on issues to a diverse audience both in person and print;
  
• Be calm under pressure, yet robust with the ability to express a clear point of view on key issues;
  
• Be an emotionally intelligent individual with the ability to cultivate and manage relationships with a globally diverse group of institutions and individuals.
  

Competencies

• Demonstrated successful experience in media lobbying and writing press releases
  
• Ability to manage relationship with the media counsel.
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  
• Organizational and interpersonal skills
  
• Commitment to work with cross functional teams
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified & up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by Friday, 28^th September, 2012.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
  

 

Regional Legal Counsel

Location: Nairobi Job Code: 42 # of Openings: 1

Description

Profile Introduction

Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit a Regional Legal Counsel to provide effective and efficient In House Legal Advisory services and Board Secretariat to the Group in all operating Countries (or target territory) within Africa. The individual will be reporting to the Group Company Secretary.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized University
  
• Post Graduate Qualifications – Diploma in Law
  
• Professional qualifications in Diploma in Law; Certified Public Secretary or Chartered Secretary
  
• Must be an Advocate with a valid practicing certificate
  
• Membership to the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators would be an added advantage;
  
• 10 years' experience in commercial law practice, 5 of which should have been at a management level in a medium size / large Corporation.
  

Job Specification- Regional Legal Counsel

• In – House Legal advisory services in accordance with the service level agreements with Group Clients
  
• Supervision of external lawyers – commercial and litigation matters
  
• Registration, protection/enforcement and monitoring use of intellectual property.
  
• Monitoring contractual and statutory Compliance
  
• Participating in formulation and review of legal Policies and procedures for the Group;
  
• Carrying out research and preparing reports/ legal opinions on complex legal issues;
  
• Sensitizing Management on statutory Provisions affecting the Group;
  
• Participating in negotiations on commercial and business related matters;
  
• Negotiating out of court settlements with Group's creditors / debtors;
  
• Corporate Communication to Shareholders, Directors, Management meetings, staff, Public & other stakeholder information.
  
• Provision of efficient Board secretariat services as may be directed from time to time;
  
• responsible for organizing induction and training of new Board Members;
  
• Preparing for Board meetings;
  
• Circulation of Board packs, taking minutes, maintaining the same for Board and its Committees.
  
• Preparing action papers on all Board decisions to the Management for implementation and providing the Board with feedback from Management;
  
• Filing of statutory returns;
  
• Maintenance of shares registers and other records;
  
• Arranging for directors travel and accommodation.
  

Corporate Governance / Statutory Compliance

• Corporate Communication - Shareholders, Directors, Management meetings, staff, Public & other stakeholder information.
  
• Corporate / statutory Compliance - Legal & Statutory, Companies' Act, Any Stock Exchanges Manuals, Capital Markets Authority (CMA), Bankers, insurance and other Regulatory Authorities. Commercial laws, general compliance legislation and all Laws generally.
  
• Corporate Governance – Custodian of good corporate governance practices, Board stewardship & accountability, Fiduciary duties of directors, Board manual, code of conduct, conflict of interest and maintenance and custody of Company Seal.
  
• Corporate administration and management – Legal advice on HR Management, Retirement Benefits Administration, Insurance Administration, procurement matters and strategic planning and implementation, security and preservation of company property. 
  
• Any other matter as may be assigned by the Group Company Secretary from time to time.
  

Competencies

• Strong analytical and organization skills;
  
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications;
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
  
• Ability to work and travel at short notice.
  

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit
  www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 28th September 2012.
  
• Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.