Fiesta Restaurant Intern/ Trainee Job

Intern/ Trainee

Duration: 3months contract
Reports to: Restaurant Manager
Duty station: Fiesta Restaurant, Nairobi

Key task

• To take orders for customer’s food and beverage and place them with the bar/kitchen accurately and serve customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Duties and Responsibilities
• Welcome and seat the customers, explain the menu and handle guest queries on the menu
• Take and place orders for food and beverage
• Serve customers  and clear tables
• Communicate standing orders to the Executive Chef e.g. for special dietary requirements, baby food or off menu items
• Set the tables, replenish linen and napkins and ensure proper covers and symmetry
• Help the customers with food and beverage selection as needed
• Observe restaurant opening and closing duties including preparing mise-en-plus

Job specification of Intern/ Trainee

• Diploma or a Certificate in Food and Beverage Service from Utalii College or equivalent
• Excellent product knowledge i.e. food and beverage menu

Email Your Application and CV to: careers@monarch.co.ke by 4th June 2012

Casino Jobs in Kenya

We seek to recruit Kenyan citizens of both sex with ideal professional background and general experience
in the Gaming and service industry.

Vacancies

• Pit Bosses
• Inspectors 
• Dealers 
• Cashiers 
• Slots Att.
• F.B. Manager 
• F.B. Asst. Manager
• Waiters 
• Head Barman 
• Barmen 
• Glass Hands.
• Head Chef 
• Kitchen Cooks 
• Chef Pastry 
• Kitchen Stewards 
• Dish Washers.
• Store keeper 
• Administrator 
• Accountant 
• Asst. Accts.
• Head Security 
• Bouncers 
• Guards 
• Receptionists 
• Laundry Machine Operators 
• Laundry Helpers 
• Messengers 
• Drivers 
• Plumber 
• Carpenter.

We invite applicants to join our training school. 

Upon completion of our training program, successful candidates shall be employed.

Requirements for training:

• Age limits: 18 to 25 years.
• KCSE minimum,with C- and above.
• Excellent communication in English a MUST.

Applications must be accompanied by copies of your C.V., 2 Passport photos, a copy of your ID/Passport and daytime telephone contacts. 

Apply through email- casinonairobi@gmail.com (pdf format ONLY)
 

or P.O.Box. 10705 - 00100 Nairobi

Applications to reach us before 15th June 2012.

Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted by phone calls.

All applications will be treated in confidence

Grand Opportunity for Cultural Troupes to Participate at the Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea 12th May - 12th August, 2012

Introduction

Kenya is among the more than 100 Countries and International Organizations, which will participate at the World Exposition 2012 in Yeosu Korea to be held from May 12th through to 12th August 2012.

Kenya will be showcasing her trade, investment and tourism products, investment opportunities, and culture.

The Export Promotion Council (EPC) in collaboration with relevant public and private sector institutions and the academia is coordinating Kenya’s preparations and participation at this World Exposition.

World Expositions are global forums for exchange of ideas and information that foster better understanding amongst the people of the world.

Target

The world Exposition (EXPO) 2012 in Yeosu South Koreas’ theme is ‘The Living Ocean and Coast, Diversity of resources and sustainable Activities’ which seeks to demonstrate the diversity of resources and sustainable socio-economic activities in the living oceans and coastline.

In line with this, we derived Kenya’s theme statement for the event. Which will be ‘Our Ocean and Coast: Yesterdays Gateway of Tomorrow’ which will demonstrate the country’s distinctively rich cultures, trade, business, tourism and productive ecosystems.

During the Expo countries are afforded the opportunity to showcase their culture and interpretation of the theme through performances.

To this end, we are seeking a cultural performance troupe that takes to heart this theme and tailors its act accordingly. The cultural troupe should be able to showcase the country’s distinctively rich culture and depict the Expo theme but more importantly the Kenyan Theme.

Participation requirements

• The cultural troupe must have no more than 10 members including the troupe manager.
• All group participants must be over 18.
• The group must possess the relevant legal documents e.g. passports, identity cards, yellow fever certificate
• The group should be able to fund certain expenses pertaining to their travel (i.e. Visa fees)
• The group should display a professional approach to their presentations and general conduct.
• The group must be creative, dynamic and be able to perform a variety of activities.
• The group must be able to understand, interpret and incorporate the theme through their performances.
• The group also must be able to perform traditional, contemporary and modern arts.
• The group through their performances must be able to showcase the diverse culture Kenya has to offer.
• The group through their performances must be able to attract intrest, fixate a crowd and communicate effectively the merits of our nation.
• The group’s management must have achieved at least O level of education and provide a copy of certification upon application.
• The group must have performance experience (Provide supporting materials i.e. copies of contract, pictures, videos)

The groups meeting these criteria are invited to apply for considerations with a non refundable application fee of Kshs. 500.

Audition

Each troupe shortlisted for auditions will prepare a 15 minute presentation interpreting the theme to help in the evaluation process.

Upon successful auditioning and contract signing the selected troupe will be entitled to the following for 7 days in June 2012 in Korea to perform at the EXPO, including at the Kenya National Day and the associated events:

• Air tickets to and from the EXPO.
• Accommodation.
• Transport to and from the EXPO
• Entrance on to the EXPO site
• A stipend allowance.
• Shipment of their instruments and performance materials to the EXPO and back to Kenya

Interested groups are invited to apply for participation by completing and submitting, together with requisite documents, application forms which may be obtained from EPC offices at Anniversary Towers, 16th floor University Way and our Regional Offices in Mombasa, Eldoret and JKIA during working hours.

The application form can be also be downloaded from the EPC website.

Duly completed application forms should be returned addressed to the Chief Executive, on or before 3rd February 2012.

The Chief Executive
Export Promotion Council,
P.O. Box 40247-00100
Nairobi.
Tel: 254 20 228534 – 8
Fax 254 20 228539, 218013
Email: chiefexe@epc.or.ke

Regional Manager
Coast Region
P.O. Box 90143 – 80100
Mombasa
Tel: 254 -014-2319247
Email: coast@epc.or.ke

Regional Manager
Western Region
P.O. Box 853
Eldoret
Tel: 254 -053-2030154/164
Email: western@epc.or.ke

Club Manager Job - Leading Night Club

Our client a leading night club in Kenya, is urgently seeking to fill the position of club manager.

The candidate should be able to grow business volumes by bringing events to the club and also sell the club as lunch and dinner venue and not just as a night club.

Female candidates encouraged to apply.

Please send your CV indicating your experience, current salary and expected salary to:

recruitment@xantiaconsulting.com

SunRise Casinos Experienced Casino Operational Employees, HR Assistant, Public Relations Specialist and Casino Cashiers Jobs

Experienced Casino Operational Employees

Casino Pitboss / Casino Tables Inspectors / Casino Dealers (code SGS-OO1)

Housekeeping Supervisor & Cleaners (code ZITHK001)

F&B - Supervisors / Cooks / Bartenders / Stewards / Waitresses (code ZITFB001)

Customer Relations Receptionist (code ZITREP001)

HR Assistant (code ZITHR001)

Minimum requirement: Graduate with a minimum post graduate in HR Development.

At least 3 yrs experience in a busy HR office, preferably in Hospitality Industry.

Thorough knowledge of new Labour Laws.

Ability to work in a high pressure environment - handling over 300+ employees

Knowledge to work in MS Office (MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint etc).

Public Relations Specialist (code ZITPRO001)

Diploma / Degree with at least 5 years Public Relations Communication experience.

Creative approach to marketing communications - finding new solutions & exploring new ways to meet objectives.

Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships with Corporate Clients, Hospitality Field & PR Agencies.

Strategic and commercial insight.

Fully proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint).

A ‘can do’ approach and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Casino Cashiers (code ZITCASH001

Experience in working with cash (Forex Bureau, Bank Cashier, Casino Cashier)

Positive attitude and customer service skills with good spoken and written English

Good mathematic knowledge; logical thinking & ability to concentrate in a pressure environment

Above average level of responsibility in Cash Desk area

Fully proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook).

If applying for a experienced casino employee position, applicants should posses a clear track record and are willing to change jobs.

Clearly indicate on the envelope or when sending CV by email for which position you are applying for by including the reference code.

Applications to reach the HR Manager by no later than Friday, 7 October 2011.

Human Resources Manager
P O Box 925-00606, Sarit Centre Nairobi
Email: zitron.limited@gmail.com

Beryll Foundation Events Manager Job

Beryll Foundation in collaboration with Slum Talent Trust is looking for Events Manager

Event Manager: A Themed Music Festival

Do You Have What It Takes To Manage This Event?

Are you an experienced event organizer, a good sponsorship marketer who adores nature and the environment?

Can you handle benefit events (Benefit events are socially themed events and campaigns that benefit the community and its surroundings).

Are you able to fund-raise for a first anniversary event and build an annual event brand?

Enter into sponsorship negotiations for brands and companies.

Strategize event visibility, sell benefits and sustain event over a period mutually agreed upon by the two parties

If you have the stamina, the knowledge, love nature, the experience and the team that can handle such event, you may email us a NOT MORE THAN 150 words explaining your capacity, sponsorship strategy and targets.The event is coming up August 2011.

Our previous campaigns include: Green December, Green Valentine and GreenCulture Kenya etc. Our campaigns are completely volunteer-run. Our team captains work round the clock setting the stage for what is an exponentially-growing and seriously awesome events in Kenya. We are a social business addressing social problems profitably.

Email: beryllfoundation@gmail.com

Website: www.beryllfoundation.org


Head Secretariat- Sarah Jason

0710 951 142

DHAKO PAP!

BACK BY PUBLIC DEMAND!
      ( Nikech dimendeu ng'eny )

CULTURE SPILL PRODUCTIONS
           will do a re-run of
        DHAKO PAP!

A hilarious Comedy in Dholuo

All you need to do is text the word "DHAKO" to 9433 and a WOMAN will be at your disposal.. PAP! A hilarious comedy Directed by JALANG'O. Produced by OTOYO aka CLEOPAS AWINJA. Starring: George Otieno, Joan Arigi (Sili), Adhiambo Opondo, Maryanne Nungo and many more. Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th February 2011 at the Kenya National Theatre .Two shows daily at 3.00 pm and 6.00 pm                                          NB: Friday 18th IS SOLD OUT!           Otiko ksh 500/= owada!   Dial-a-reservation: 0720 856569, 0722 582073, 0722 485832 KA OBAYI TO SAUCHI... .......Sambaza aduwa!

Mbeere College Salonist, Tutor and Caretaker Job

Mbeere College of Design and Technology is a new college located in Embu County, Mbeere District, Kiritiri Township.

We wish to recruit the following members of staff:

Hairdressing Instructor/ Salonist

Minimum qualification

• Diploma in hairdressing and beauty or instructors course in the same from a recognized institution
• Experience in salon management
• Prior tutoring experience is an added advantage.

Business Management Tutor

• Degree in any business related course, B.A/ B,ED
• Diploma in business administration/ management
• Accounts computer packages is added advantage
• CPA also added advantage

Caretaker

• Over 18 years of age,
• Must be very neat, organized and works under minimum supervision.
• From the locality is added advantage

Deadline for Applications: 18th February 2011

If you meet the above requirements send your CV and application letter to mbeerecollege@gmail.com stating expected remuneration

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Club House & Functions Manager Job in Kenya

Club House & Functions Manager

Job Ref: VR/CFM/2

Our client is a premium lifestyle destination. Set in 2,500 acres on Kenya’s North Coast. It features an 18-hole championship golf course with an outstanding clubhouse.

The Clubhouse and Functions Manager will be in charge of the everyday operations of the Clubhouse.

Key Outputs:

• Managing budgets and financial plans as well as controlling expenditure and analysing sales figures and set business targets
• Ensuring the ordering, safe storage and control of stocks of food, beverages and materials
• Planning, organising and managing all clubhouse services, including reception, Proshop, bookings, food and beverage operations and housekeeping
• Developing ideas for events and functions at the clubhouse to maximise revenues.
• Developing al carte menus and menus for special events at Vipingo Ridge.
• Promoting and marketing events and functions at VR, in liaison with the marketing department.
• Participating in recruiting, training and monitoring staff and improving staff performance
• Ensuring the planning of work schedules for direct reports and teams
• Ensuring events, banqueting and catering services are planned and run smoothly
• Meeting with clients to discuss all their requirements for events and functions at VR.
• Management of all events and functions at VR.
• Supervising maintenance, supplies, renovations and furnishings
• Ensuring compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
• Ensuring the establishment meets and exceeds statutory health regulations
• Ensuring service of food and beverage is of the highest standards and surpasses customer’s expectations.
• Ensuring customer complaints, if any, are handled with care and settled amicably

The person should be prepared to work long hours that frequently require evening, night and weekend shifts.

The person will have an in-depth knowledge of Hotel Management and relevant experience gained in 5-star hotels or similar establishments

There is a demand for:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pay attention to the details, setting the example for staff to deliver a standard of service and presentation that meets and exceeds guests' needs and expectations
• A good knowledge of business and people management are equally important elements.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work with minimum supervision and be pro-active in coming up with new ideas on how to improve operations at the Clubhouse.

If you meet the above requirements send your CV and application letter to info@byappointmentafrica.com.

ONLY short listed candidates will be contacted.

Entertainment Company Jobs in Kenya

An entertainment company seeks to urgently recruit employees to fill the following positions:-

1. Hostesses

2. Finance controllers

3. Stewards

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least a diploma in a relevant or related field.
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Aged between 25 and 30 years.

Both male a female applicants are encouraged to apply, giving their day time telephone numbers.

Online applications will be preferred

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Applications to reach the undersigned not later than Friday 11th February 2011.

Human Resources Manager
P.O. Box 39 - 00606
Sarit Centre - Nairobi
HRMrecruitment2011@live.com

Art Director, Copywriter and Studio Manager Jobs

We’re looking for an Art Director and a Copywriter with a fair amount of experience and overflowing with ideas. In short, a team with real steam.

We’re also looking for a Studio Manager who can streamline the work flow and liaise between the various departments to ensure smooth running of the studio.

Winners of Best Advertising Campaign at the MSK 2010 Awards, DDB is at the cutting edge of creative advertising.

Be part of the gang, poised to reinvent the advertising wheel.

Mail your CV to porus@expressddb.co.ke

express DDB Kenya an associate of the DDB Worldwide network.

Tamasha Events Operations Assistant Vacancy

Tamasha Events has been in operations for over 4 years and we require anOperations Assistant to join the team.

The job requirements are as follows:

• Motivated, driven and able to adapt quickly to high pressure situations
• Diploma in hospitality, event management, hotel, business management, sales and or marketing
• At least one year experience in the industry
• Willing to work as and when required, regardless of day or time
• Willing to assist in event set-up labour and in the removal and packing of event material
• Willing to travel out of the city but this will be compensated for

They should send in their CV to this email address with at least 3 references of people working in the industry.

A competitive remuneration package is offered for the successful candidate

The job will be in Nairobi

Email: nonimaingi@gmail.com

Deadline for applications Mar 15th 2011

Events Co-ordinator Job Vacancy (KShs 20,000)

We are currently looking for an Events Co-ordinator

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Events Co-ordinator will exceed our clients’ expectations in planning and executing each event while ensuring the best return value for the company.

The position is accountable for booking business and for converting potential key prospects. Incumbents are seasoned sales professionals.

Objectives/Accountabilities

• Book business; consider the type of business, and objectives of the company.
• Identify key prospects based on company goals and achieve specific conversion goals.
• Upon confirming, coordinate and follow up with client, and other partners, to ensure delivery of company promised services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site inspections & manage all bookings for Events
• researching markets to identify opportunities for events;
• liaising with clients to ascertain their precise event requirements;
• producing detailed proposals for events (e.g. timeliness, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets);
• agreeing to and managing a budget;
• securing and booking a suitable venue or location;
• ensuring insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are adhered to;
• coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire;
• identifying and securing speakers or special guests;
• planning room layouts and the entertainment programme, scheduling workshops and Training;
• coordinating staffing requirements and staff briefings;
• selling sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors/partners;
• preparing delegate packs and papers;
• liaising with marketing and PR colleagues to promote events;
• liaising with clients and designers to create a brand for events and organizing the production of tickets, posters,  catalogues and sales brochures;
• coordinating suppliers, handling client queries and troubleshooting on the day of the event to ensure that all runs smoothly;
• overseeing the dismantling and removal of the event and clearing the venue efficiently;
• post-event evaluation (including data entry and analysis and producing reports for event stakeholders).
• Network with professional industry groups that will benefit future business
• Develop & nurture relationships with key contacts in the corporate world.
• Maximize all revenue opportunities related to Conference Services.
• Conduct site inspections and secure future business
• Follow up on internal/external leads.
• Be self directed in administrative duties
• Establish business data base & follow up on all inquiries
• Collect market and competitive intelligence – adjust strategy as required
• Handle all related and required transactions with the advertising agency and the media house.
• Handle all enquires/action needed related to marketing & advertising
• Block appropriate space for functions
• Service groups in all room arrangements, i.e. rooming lists, VIP’s, upgrades, monitor cut off dates, limo requests, enforce contracts, monitor complimentary allotment

Requirements

• Experience in the hospitality industry and more so conference and seminars.
• Aged 25-32 years.
• Minimum of a Diploma or degree from a reputable institution.

This job will initially be on contract basis and depending on performance, there is a possibility of permanent engagement. Monthly Salary K’sh 20,000.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to reach us by 25th January 2011

Please indicate current or last and desired salary.

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th Floor, Development house, Moi Avenue, Nairobi.
Via email to: jobs@staff-kenya.com

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing.

Video Editor - Bridge International Academies

Video Editor 

2 short term positions

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level. We now have 25 schools in Kenya, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students.

About this position

Bridge International Academies is offering a 2 month short term contract for a highly skilled video editor for our fast paced product studio.

Successful candidates will be strong communicators, very detail-oriented, and have a passion for the video process. The editor's primary role will be to film video samples in schools and on-site, and edit videos, making them ready for use in our training sessions.

Experience and Attributes: 

• In-depth knowledge of video recording and editing process
• Experienced or comfortable using high end consumer video for capturing simple video clips
• Excellent and proven range of digital video post production skills (including adding call outs/arrows to videos, capturing the computer screen and Powerpoints on video, and editing audio)
• Experience with Camtasia Studio or a similar video editing suite is highly preferred
• Proactive problem solving, both technically and creatively
• Calm under pressure, can excel in fast-paced project timeframes
• An obsession for creating excellent videos on schedule
• Self-driven and able to easily communicate creative ideas and collaborate in a team environment
• Experience working with children or in a school is preferred
• Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Essential Requirements 

• Ability to work in a high pressure environment
• An online portfolio that demonstrates a range of video post production skills
• A Bachelors degree is required
• 2-4 years of experience as a digital video editor Understanding of all video production equipment, technologies and capabilities in the corporate environment
• Working knowledge of still and moving imaging software for both Mac and PC platforms
• Proficient on both the Macintosh (OSX) and PC computing platforms

How to apply

Click here to apply online

Deadline: 31 January 2011

Article Writing Position Advertisment

We are looking for Kenyan freelance article writers in Nairobi for our new project.

Writers must be able to deliver quality articles on various topics.

Mostly the article will consist of between 400 to 500 words although sometimes you might be required to write up to 1000 words.

You may also be required to do rewrites and be able to do at least 5 articles a day.

I am happy to pay for the articles on a weekly basis either on Mondays or Tuesdays.

Kindly be ready to provide samples as requested.

If you can deliver quality work that is plagiarism free, with good English and no grammatical errors and also 100% Copyscape pass work then you can write to me.

You must have access to a good and reliable internet service and you should be able to communicate through Google Talk several times a day.

If you are agreeable to these conditions, please send me an email.

More details will be provided after the selection process.

Please contact me privately and we can discuss the opportunity further.

Julius Ayilla, CEO

NewGen Global Outsourcing Limited

newgenoutsource@gmail.com

Syokimau SDA Church Choir Trainer & Composer Job

Job Title: Choir Trainer & Composer

Department: Music

Reports To: Elders Council, Syokimau Central SDA Church

Job Purpose Statement

To Train the choir, as well as compose songs in line with the Biblical Truth cum Adventist Faith and record CD/Video within the year of contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Train the Choir as well coach all voices
• Compose songs in line with Biblical Truth cum Adventist Faith
• Train interested choir members on keyboard playing and sol-fa notes reading and interpretations
• Instill strict discipline and adherence to the choir training schedule and rules same by all choir members.

Key Result Areas

Perspective: People
Measurement Dimensions: Choir Members discipline, commitment, spiritual uplifting/upholding.

Perspective: Music focus
Measurement Dimensions:

• New songs based on Biblical truth hence Adventist faith. Piracy/copying/duplicating of other artists’ or own previous work with other choirs will not be tolerated.
• CDs/ Video within the first 6 months of contract.
• Training of interested members on Keyboard playing and sol-fa notes reading and interpretation.
• Assisting of other choirs within the Church other than the church choir i.e. Youth choir, and Women ministries choir.

Qualification and Experience Requirements

• Must be a Seventh Day Adventist of good standing and mature.
• Must be a baptised member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
• Must be a qualified choir trainer with:

1. At least KCSE Level of Education
2. Ability to write/Compose songs in line with Biblical Teachings/Truth.
3. Ability to play and train on Keyboard Playing.
4. Ability to teach and Coach all voices.
5. Ability to read and interpret sol-fa notes.

• Proof of experience on choir training, with recommendations from the relevant SDA churches.
• Must be able to avail him/herself for all choir training sessions without fail.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal skills, and self discipline.
• Able to communicate in English and Kiswahili, both orally and in writing to a high standard
• Self-motivated, assertive

Decision-Making Parameters and Authority Levels

• Work hand in hand with the choir council and reporting to the elders’ council.

Contractual

• 1 year Renewable contract

Application to be forwarded to the address sdasyokimau@gmail.com

Or

Choir Trainer Selection Taskforce,
Syokimau Central SDA Church,
P.O.Box 5784-00200,
Nairobi

On or before 25th January, 2011

Elegant-Barman/Lady (2); Waitresses; (8) Cashiers (20) Vacancies in a Casino

Qualities  

·         High caliber, well presentable;

·         Experienced and fluent in English;

·         Extensive knowledge in customer care and customer relationship;

·          Willing to travel

Very Attractive-Hostesses: 4

*Able to manage and handle clients and staff (waiters)

Experienced- Casino Dealers: 4 to 8

Gaming knowledge,

• Texas Holdem, Baccarat, Roulette plus standard Poker games;

 Offer:

One year, renewable contract;

Shared accommodation in furnished apartment;

Transport to work;

Holiday: 28 days per year;

Bonus for outstanding performance;

Tips: F&B & Hostesses, all tips for themselves;

Gaming Staff: shared tips;

Required: End of January 2011, February 2011;

Application

A salary for the above position will be determined depending on experience and qualification.

PLEASE APPLY STATING YOUR CURRENT SALARY

Applications: Please send up to date CV, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to:                    

Summit Recruitment & Training Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen. Email: info@summitrecruitment-kenya.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please indicate on email which position you are interested in.

DEADLINE: 5^th  January 2010

Estimator, Studio/Traffic Manager and Sales Executives - Print and Promo

1. Estimator

We are actively seeking to recruit a capable print professional as an Estimator to help support the commercial team at Ramco Printing Works for off-set print and inner packaging.

Supporting the day-to-day commercial costing for both existing and new clients, candidates should have experience within the print industry in manufacturing environments, client relations as well as excellent work ethic and personal motivation.

Experience with modern MIS systems would be preferred, though full training will be provided.

Candidates will be expected to be highly numerate, with an eye for detail and a positive attitude to learning.

The successful candidate will ideally have a background in printing and will be required to:

• Produce accurate and timely estimates
• Work to tight deadlines
• Work with the minimum of supervision
• Suggest correct paper and finishing techniques to clients.

Key skills required for this demanding role include:

• Estimating knowledge of print or packaging
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administrative and project management skills
• Able to work accurately with attention to detail

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a holder of at least Diploma in Printing or any other related field or Maths
• Min. 3 years experience in a similar field with high degree of computer literacy

If you're interested in working for a truly dynamic organisation and have the estimating knowledge required for this role, we would love to help you reach your potential, enabling you to put your solid estimating skills in to practise!

2. Studio/Traffic Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Traffic Manager to take control of a busy design department at Ramco Printing Works.

Overall Job Purpose

You will be responsible to co-ordinate artwork through creation and approval processes, providing a central point of contact for all stakeholders.

In conjunction with the Production Assistant, you will handle the output of the design team by supervising and advising the designers and pre-press operators whilst ensuring that deadlines are met and artwork is to the client’s specification.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the smooth operations of the design and pre-press department
• Supervising a team
• Accurate briefing of artwork and project requirements
• Scheduling workflow working closely with the team to optimise efficiencies and supply chain
• Assigning and following up on jobs in Pre-Press and send them to Production department
• Full understanding of creative processes and requirements
• Co-ordinate activity against critical paths within assigned business category
• Clear communication with all key stakeholders within each project

Key skills required for this demanding role include:

• Knowledge of design, pre-press or print
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisation and project management skills
• Able to work accurately with attention to detail
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent problem solver and self motivated

Minimum requirement:

• University Degree in Management or similar
• At least 2 years experience in Studio/Traffic Management.

If you're interested in working for a truly dynamic organisation and have the estimating knowledge required for this role, we would love to help you reach your potential, enabling you to put your solid estimating skills in to practise!

3. Print Sales Executives

Ramco Printing Works is a looking for experience print sales executives

The candidate’s key responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Sales Manager
• Generate new business opportunities and manage existing client portfolio
• To build excellent relationships with clients, in order to sell the company’s services
• Meeting and exceeding sales targets and maximizing the profitability of each project
• Maintaining relationships with existing customers through regular review visits
• Visiting potential customers to demonstrate products and gain new markets
• Contacting clients by phone/email to take briefs, approve artwork, manage projects and ensure installation/delivery of goods
• Keep up to date with market and customer information
• Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions
• Gain a clear understanding of the customers’ business and requirements
• Monitoring of print management for your clients and ensuring timely deliveries

Requirements:

• Degree in Sales or Marketing
• Min. 3 years experience in sales and marketing preferable in printing or related industry
• Have a valid clean Driving License.
• Proven track record in Print Sales will be an advantage

Key Skills

• Excellent communication and client presentation skills.
• Good print knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must have ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision with strong prioritization skills
• Good industry commercial awareness.
• Good print technical knowledge and understanding of print production processes.
• A team player
• Great communication Skills

This is an ideal opportunity to join a highly successful, well established and steadily growing company within the print industry.

4. Sales Executives – Promotional Items / Branded Merchandise

Ramco Printing Works is a looking for experience sales executives in branding and promotional items

The candidate’s key responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Sales Manager – Promo Division
• Generate new business opportunities and manage existing client portfolio
• Provide innovative solutions to clients objectives of branding and give aways
• To build excellent relationships with clients, in order to sell the promotional items
• Meeting and exceeding sales targets and maximizing the profitability of each project
• Maintaining relationships with existing customers through regular review visits
• Visiting potential customers to demonstrate products and gain new markets
• Keep up to date with market and customer information
• Gain a clear understanding of the customers’ business and requirements

Requirements:

• Degree in Sales or Marketing
• Min. 3 years experience in sales and marketing preferably in promotional items
• Have a valid clean Driving License.

Key Skills

• Excellent communication and client presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must have ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision with strong prioritization skills
• Good industry commercial awareness.
• A team player
• Great communication Skills

This is an ideal opportunity to join a highly successful, well established and steadily growing company within the print industry

Send applications to: jobs@printing.ramco-group.com

Experienced Event Organizer Job - Kenya Episcopal Conference - Catholic Secretariat

Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat wishes to recruit qualified persons for the following position.

An experienced event organizer to coordinate a regional conference with an expected 300 – 400 delegates and over 100 visitors that will run for 12 days in June/ July 2011.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create a communication strategy with all participants and host
• Give leadership and oversight the fund raising initiatives
• Convene stakeholder meetings
• Liaise organizational accommodation and flight details
• Prepare delegates instructions on weather, safety, accommodation, local transport, excursions, dress code and cultural awareness.
• Coordinate various desks of the conference secretariat
• Facilitate all transport and logistical arrangements – Airport transfers; Coordinate with Accommodation centres and meeting venues.
• Preparation of conference materials, conference programs, workbooks, identification badges.
• Coordinate all suppliers and contractors for the conference.
• Facilitate security at venue and accommodation centres.
• Supervise adherence security and safety measures at all related venues.
• Ensure cost effective management

Required Qualifications/Skills

Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree specialization in Home Economics, International Relations and Hospitality will be necessary
• At least five years experience in event / conference organizing with attention to coordination and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relations
• Experience in international even organization
• Excellent human capability management and fable relations.
• Attention to details
• Patient and outstanding
• Understanding of Catholic Church Hierarchy and Protocols.
• Qualified in ICT

Performance Indicators

• Extent of carrying out duties and responsibility in #1 above.

Personal Traits

• Is a committed Catholic, with a good recommendation
• Is a person of attested integrity, with high degree of stewardship of resources
• Is innovative and assertive
• Able to work with minimal supervision

Our recruitment procedures shall apply

Applications should be addressed to:-

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Email to: hr@catholicchurch.or.ke or secgeneral@catholicchurch.or.ke

Applications must reach us on or before 30th December, 2010

Furniture Industry General Manager Vacancy

We are looking for an exceptional and highly motivated individual who will take charge of the company’s operations.

The General Manager will be the leader of the management team and work closely with the directors to ensure that performance targets are met and develop and implement growth strategies.

Applicants should:

• Have a relevant degree, preferably in Business or Finance.
• Be over 35 years of age.
• Have at least 5 years of work experience at a senior management level.
• Provide details of current remuneration.

This is a new and challenging position in the company and we are willing to negotiate an attractive package with the right candidate.

Please apply to:

The Managing Director
Odds & Ends
md@oddskenya.com