FAULU KENYA DEPOSIT TAKING MICROFINANCE LIMITED JOBS 2012

Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited is a dynamic Christian organization within the microfinance sector.
Faulu was the first Micro Finance Institution in Kenya to be licensed by the Central Bank as a deposit taking institution.
In line with the growing business needs we are seeking highly competent, focused and results oriented professionals
to fill the following positions:-


FINANCE MANAGER –TREASURY AND FINANCIAL PLANNING 
 
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the position holder will be primarily responsible for effective Financial Planning,
regulatory reporting, cash and financial resources management in a manner consistent with the objectives of the
Company.
Key Responsibilities


• Evaluate, develop and implement cash management systems to optimize efficiencies and investments.
• Manage long-term and short-term investment strategies.
• Understand, manage, and supervise all aspects of cash flow.
• Forecast daily cash requirements and execute daily financing decisions.
• Negotiate and place excess funds to receive optimum income.
• Risk management with respect to market and liquidity risks.
• Assess risk/return for all products in accordance with the company objectives
• Provide assurance that all incomes are completely collected and recognized
• Manage, direct, and develop Treasury staff.
• Recommend, implement and maintain process improvements.
• Preparation of ALCO reports to support effective Assets-Liability Management
• In conjunction with Head of Finance, carries out Scenario planning and Contingent Planning.
• Facilitate the preparation, implementation and monitoring of companies Strategic Plans and budgets.
• Prepare and or monitor company’s various cash flow forecasts and perform financial modeling.
• Arrange approved Forex trades for any forex payments required for borrowing or for supplier payments.
• Revenue assurance in liaison with relevant departments.
• Manage relationships with the regulatory authorities, financial resources and service providers.
• Working with banking operations to monitor the Vault cash balances and advise on replenishing or
diminishing the amounts.


Qualifications and Experience


• University degree in Finance, Accounting or related fields. MBA will be definite advantage
• CPA (K) or equivalent qualification a mandatory requirement. MIS or related qualification desirable.
• At least 4 years managerial experience in a similar position within financial sector.
• Proven leadership capability.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Good decision making and communication skills.· Established conceptual, financial modeling and analytical
skills
• Performance oriented, decisive and independent
• Thorough knowledge of all the operations within Finance Department in a banking/ financial institution.
• Exposure to CBK and lender reporting.
• Skilled in risk management aspects of Assets Liability Management


If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:


Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com
Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.

MANAGER – OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE 
 

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the position holder will provide support to the Branch network, in liaison with
other Departments and external service providers to achieve and sustain cost effective services to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Operational Excellence team to foster compliance for all branches/units to existing regulator and
internal policy and procedure guidelines
• Coordinate and facilitate continuous operations process improvement across branches network
• Ensure desirable customer service at all contact points
• Monitor branch cash holding on a daily basis and take appropriate actions.
• Promptly handle daily routine and all queries originating from the branches and provide the relevant
support.
• Train and capacity built Operational Excellence, banking operations and Customer service teams to up
service levels.
• Identify various operations gaps and in liaison with the relevant stakeholders, develop plans to address the
gaps.
• Working closely with the relevant head office units, ensure effective administrative support to all the
Branches including security systems and other administrative arrangements
• Deputize the Head of Operations in running of the Department.
• Represent the Department in various internal and external forums
• Under guidance of the Supervisor, prepare strategy papers, board reports and other reports and present
them when needed.
• Liaison with the various Heads of Departments and Managing Director on related assignments.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant University Degree. Possession of Professional Banking or MBA qualification would be an added
advantage
• Over five (5) years managerial experience in a banking industry in a related role with a good performance
track record.
• Exposure to Head Office Banking Operations support to the branch network will be a definite advantage
• Advanced people management capability.
• Thorough knowledge of banking products, processes and services.
• Experience in customer service especially in a banking environment.
• Advanced knowledge and experience on Central Bank's rules, regulations and procedures.· Strong
organizational and administrative skills (including decision making skills)
• Excellent Leadership capacity, including strong communication, training, negotiation and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to motivate staff.
• Flexibility of travel – must be ready to travel frequently, and occasionally on short notice

If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:


Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.


HUMAN RESOURCE PARTNER – LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT 
 

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager – Learning & Development,, the job holder will provide support in
collating training needs, curriculum development, delivery and evaluation of learning and development interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collating training needs from the business and development of training calendars and programsand
ensuring their execution.
• Support in curriculum development.
• Liaison with the various stakeholders to ensure that the training calendars are implemented.
• Participate in talent identification and development of programmes for the identified talent.
• Trainer sourcing and relationship management.
• Training administration and Evaluation.
• Prepare relevant training reports and manage the resources and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant University degree and post graduate qualification in Human Resource Management.
• Over 3 years experience in a busy training environment preferably in a financial institution.
• Proven ability and passion to train.
• Hands on experience in curriculum development, management development, coaching, career development
will be a definite advantage.
• Business minded professional with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Leadership capacity with excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
• Flexibility of travel – must be ready to travel

If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:

Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.


HUMAN RESOURCE PARTNER – SERVICES

A seasoned HR generalist reporting to the Human Resource Manager – Performance and Rewards, the job holder will
provide technical support in employee relations, resourcing, performance and rewards management amongst other
HR services.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and selection process in line with business needs
• Support in Job analysis, Evaluation and development of competence matrix.
• Collate performance management data, analyze and cascade as appropriate.
• Design assessment and selection tools under guidance from the supervisor
• Implementation and review of HR policies and procedures
• Preparation of the General & Contract payrolls and timely statutory remittance
• Administration of performance management, reward systems and related processes· Administer staff
welfare programs, pension, medical and leave management
• Enforce health and safety policies and procedures
• Manage employee separation processes
• Proactively champion employee relations

• Monitor compliance of HR records and in liaison with the relevant stakeholders address the gaps.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant university degree and post graduate qualifications in Human Resource Management.
• A HR generalist with over 4 years progressive experience in a busy environment.
• Experience in payroll administration will be a definite advantage.
• Proficiency in Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of the labour laws and best practices
• Excellent analytical skills and decision making capability.
• Decisive, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly innovative with a proven track record of implementation.
• Flexible with a high level of responsibility, confidentiality and attention to detail

If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:

Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.

HUMAN RESOURCE PARTNER – INTERNAL COMMUNICATION AND CHANGE 

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager – Internal Communication and Change, the job holder will provide
technical support in gathering, developing and delivery of corporate communication to staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement internal communication strategies across the organization.
• Gather relevant information on news, issues and initiatives within the organization
• Take a primary role in updating of the corporate intranet
• Manage the flow of accurate, relevant, reliable and timely communication to employees concerning the
company vision and strategies, products and features and Changes.
• Develop communications through different channels to provide a platform for bulletins; utilize Intranet
websites, newsletters, to maintain a constant presence of relevant information.
• Implement the various change management initiatives.
• Manage communication feedback mechanisms within the organization

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant University degree and post graduate qualification in Human Resource Management.
• Two or more years experience working in Communications, Content Management, Public Relations, Human
Resources, and/or employee communications in a busy environment
• Corporate communication/PR experience preferred
• Proven professional writing, editing and proofreading experience
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks and projects
simultaneously

If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:
Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.

GRADUATE TRAINEES 

The Graduate Trainee Program aims to recruit highly talented individuals within the various departments. The
candidates will be exposed in a given functional area and subject to their performance absorbed as regular
employees in the Company.
The minimum qualification is a Second Upper Class honors degree in a relevant area from a recognized university.
The candidate should have scored at least Grade B in KCSE. The candidate should be willing to work anywhere
within the country.

Strong Christian values, commitment and passion for the transformation of the low income population are key
requirements for all these positions.
If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom
must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:

Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com

Applications to reach us on or before 24th February 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you will not hear from us by 9th March 2012 consider your
application unsuccessful.

JOB VACANCIES AT THE POSTAL CORPORATION OF KENYA 2012

The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) is a key public communication and financial services provider charged with specific statutory functions that are geared towards rapid social and economic development of our country. To enable PCK discharge these functions, it has put in place a strategic business plan to ensure efficient delivery of services and improvement of corporate image. Effective identification and deployment of the human capital is key to the success of our corporate goals and objectives. In this regard, the following posts are hereby advertised.

ASSISTANT MANAGER - FLEET

Grade: Location: Reporting Relationship: Reporting Relationship: Supervision:

MG5 Headquarters – Machakos Road Manager/Facilities Management Manager - Operations Fleet Officer

Duties and Responsibilities Development and implementation of fleet administrative standards and operating all fleet. Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance and Accounts Department. Co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption. In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported. Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running. Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair. Ensure efficient deployment of drivers. Carry out fleet related risk management such as safety and accident prevention program. Co-ordinate motor vehicle maintenance, repair, replacement of parts and disposal. Maintain total fleet records and vehicle history files, systemize information on running and maintenance costs and performance, keep log books, avail and ensure correct interpretation and use of repair manuals. Organize annual board of survey, arrange for valuation of boarded vehicles with a view of fixing minimum value. Qualifications & Other Competencies B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option) Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage. Five (5) years hands on experience  in the related field. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills. Must be  computer literate..

FLEET OFFICER

Grade: Location: Reporting Relationship:

MG6 Headquarters – Machakos Road AM/Fleet

Duties and Responsibilities Participate in the development and implementation of fleet policy for over 200 vehicles. Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance & Accounts department. Participate in co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption. In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported. Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running. Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair. Prepare vehicle valuation and inspection reports and make follow up with relevant authorities  on cases involving corporation’s vehicle accidents. Oversee the usage, storage and servicing of vehicles to ensure efficient and economic utilization. Co-ordinate, control of vehicles consumption, costing of maintenance, recording of written – off vehicles and preparation of general statistics on monthly or yearly basis. Assessment of drivers competence before employment and deployment. Qualifications and Other Competencies B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option) Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage. Three  (3) years hands on experience  in the related field. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills. Must be  computer literate.

MOTOR TRANSPORT ASSISTANT

Unionisable Grade: Responsible to: Number of Vacancies:

UN 8 Fleet Officer Three (3)

Duties and Responsibilities Receiving and compiling motor vehicle statistics from the regions for management consumption Management of the motor vehicle file registry and maintaining the motor vehicle fleet register and log books Ordering of consumable stores, issuing of LPOs for jobs and processing renewals for road licences Co-ordination of all fuel cards and their prudent usage, storage to ensure efficient and economic utilization Co-ordinate the efficient management and running of the transport in their area of operation Compile accident reports and deal with vehicle insurance matters which include renewal of insurance covers and correspondence with the insurance companies on accident cases Compile and submit monthly fuel returns to finance Arranging for cover notes for newly acquired vehicles and motor bikes Co-ordination of costing vehicle maintenance, recording of written off vehicles and general statistics. Prepare motor vehicle valuation and/or inspection reports and make follow up with the relevant authorities Maintain upto date statistics of all boarded vehicles and be a member of PCK auction Committee on sales of boarded vehicles. Requirements KCE Div. III or mean grade C (plain) Diploma in Transport Management and Motor Vehicle Mechanic 5 years relevant experience in a busy transport entity. Possession of valid driving licence Ability to work with minimum supervision. Reliable with high level of integrity. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of urban set up.

All applications to be sent to:

THE POSTMASTER GENERAL P.O.Box 34567-00100 NAIROBI.Date of Expiry: 28th February, 2012.

EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITY AT THE NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE 2012

The Nairobi Securities Exchange is seeking to recruit an exceptional professional to fill the
position of Database Administrator.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Information Technology, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
· Custody of NSE enterprise databases both on the primary sites as well as the Disaster Recovery
site and overseeing operational functions of mission critical systems.
· Developing and implementing security procedures for database applications, considering issues
such as employee data access needs and risk of data loss or disclosure.
· Evaluation of user requests for new, modified or updated software application programmes to
determine feasibility and compatibility with the Broker Back Office system;
· Care and maintenance of the Broker Back Office (BBO) system, Automated Trading System
(ATS), ACCPAC financial system and other database systems across the organisation,
· Oversee the internet trading platform for the BBO including the connectivity of websites to the
system, database connectivity, multimedia and searchable content, as well as troubleshooting
basic problems.
· Reviewing, testing and evaluating the database & related systems existing to determine their
effectiveness, reliability and compatibility;
· Coordinating the BBO training and certification programme as well as responding to technical
queries on the BBO system
Qualifications and skills
· A graduate in a relevant discipline, a professional qualification in one of the following CISA,
CISM, Unix, MS SQL SERVER and Oracle (Database administration and streaming) is an added
advantage.
· A minimum of 4 years experience in managing Oracle databases, Unix, Windows Server and
working knowledge of MS SQL.
· Advanced and broad IT Knowledge in data and systems security, operating systems, network
design and security as well as system auditing.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and to ensure absolute discretion and
sensitivity to confidential matters.
· Strong communication skills – both written and oral and interpersonal skills with excellent team
working skills.
This is a challenging role that provides an opportunity for professional growth in a highly
dynamic work environment.
If you are up to the challenge and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given
above, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position,
remuneration, qualifications, experience, names & addresses of three referees and email &
telephone contacts together with copies of your academic and professional certificates and
testimonials by Friday 27th January 2012 to:
The Chief Executive
Nairobi Securities Exchange
Nation Centre, 1st Floor
P.O. Box 43633-00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment@nse.co.ke
Candidates who had applied for this position before need not apply. Only shortlisted applicants
will be contacted.