Senior Officer, Marketing Officer and Security Officer Jobs in Kenya


KASNEB is established under the Accountants Act, No. 15 of 2008 and the Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya Act, Cap 534, with the mandate to develop syllabuses, conduct professional and technician examinations; certify candidates in finance, accountancy, governance and management, information communication technology and related disciplines; promote its qualifications globally and accredit relevant training institutions.

The vision of KASNEB is to be the preferred world-class professional examinations body in finance, accountancy, management, information technology and related disciplines.

In keeping with current strategic needs, KASNEB is pleased to announce the following vacancies:

10. Senior Officer, Monitoring and Implementation 

 Job Level 6 
1 Position

Ref: HRMA/PS/SOMI/X/05-2012    
    
Reporting to the Manager, Planning and Strategy Unit, the Senior Officer - Monitoring and Implementation shall be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the corporate strategic plan, performance contract and operational plans:

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Assisting in data collection for preparation of the annual performance contract.
  • Monitoring the implementation of the corporate strategic plan and performance contract and operational plans.
  • Preparing periodic reports on implementation of the corporate strategic plan and performance contract and operational plans.
  • Collecting relevant and appropriate supporting documentary evidence on implementation of the performance contract targets.
  • Collecting data on implementation of the corporate strategic plan.
  • Coordinating workshops and seminars mounted to disseminate information on planning and strategy matters.
  • Assisting in monitoring the implementation of ISO 9001:2008 quality management system.
Qualifications and experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:
  • A bachelors degree in management or administration or related discipline from a recognised university.
  • A postgraduate diploma in project management will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of ISO quality management systems processes.
  • A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.
  • Possession of advanced computer skills.
Key personal attributes

The ideal candidate should:
  • Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
  • Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and ability to lead and motivate staff.
  • Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
  • Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.
11. Marketing Officer 

Job Level 7

1 Position

Ref: HRMA/MP/MO/XI/05-2012

Reporting to the Manager, Marketing and Publications the Marketing Manager shall be responsible for the promotion of the qualifications of KASNEB nationally, regionally and internationally. 

Duties and responsibilities
  • Assisting in the implementation of the marketing plan.
  • Assisting in carrying out market surveys and developing market needs analysis.
  • Assisting in preparation of the marketing budget.
  • Assisting in preparation and implementation of the KASNEB country and county strategies.
  • Preparing and implementing the marketing programmes.
  • Preparing briefs for marketing activities.
  • Compiling market intelligence reports.
  • Coordinating the production and distribution of marketing and promotional materials.
Qualifications and experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:
  • A bachelors degree in marketing, communication, public relations or related discipline from a recognised university.
  • Possession of relevant professional qualifications from a recognised professional body.
  • A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.
  • Possession of advanced computer skills.
Key personal attributes

The ideal candidate should:
  • Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
  • Be a team player with a pleasant out-going personality and ability to lead and motivate staff.
  • Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
  • Possession of excellent research and analytical skills.
  • Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.
12. Security Officer

Job Level 

1 Position

Ref: HRMA/AS/SO/XII/05-2012]

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Security, the Security Officer shall be responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of security in KASNEB.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Preparing and implementing KASNEB security procedures and operational plan.
  • Undertaking the day to day supervision of outsourced security personnel.
  • Liaising with the contracted security firm to ensure smooth shift handover, relief and replacement of guards as appropriate.
  • Supporting the assessment of security conditions at KASNEB Towers including collecting, interpreting and analyzing routine security information.
  • Providing regular security situation reports, highlighting and escalating any potential security hazard or recurring incidences.
  • Updating staff on emerging security risks and support establishment of controls to mitigate risks.
  • Undertaking the establishment and maintenance of operational emergency communication systems and other security devices.
  • Working closely with local police stations and other relevant local or government authorities on matters concerning security as appropriate.
  • Carrying out periodic inspection and servicing of firefighting equipment.
  • Ensuring appropriate inspection of the log of entry and exit of personnel, materials, vehicles.
Qualifications and experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:
  • A university degree in criminology or in investigations.
  • At least three (3) years experience in the Armed Forces or the Police force
  • Computer literate with good knowledge of security communication equipment.
  • Excellent first aid and fire-fighting skills.
  • A valid certificate of good conduct.
Key personal attributes

The ideal candidate should:
  • Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
  • Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and ability to lead and motivate staff.
  • Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
  • Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.
Application procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should send their hand-written applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, current and expected salary and names and addresses of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 13 June 2012.

The envelope should be marked "CONFIDENTIAL" and indicate the "REFERENCE NUMBER" of the position applied for and be addressed to:-

The Secretary and Chief Executive
KASNEB
KASNEB Towers
Hospital Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 41362-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

“KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply”.