Kenya Literature Bureau is one of the
leading Publishing and Printing firms in Kenya.
We are committed to publishing and
printing of quality educational and knowledge materials at affordable prices.
Regional Sales Manager
KLB 6
Job Ref. HR-RSM-4-014
He/she will report to the Sales and
Marketing Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Ensure that the Kenya Literature
Bureau books are available where the consumer expects them to be at the right
quantity and price.
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Ensure that the set sales targets are
realized consistently in value and volume.
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Implement the agreed marketing
promotional activities on time and as per the brief.
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Recruit and develop customers to grow
market share. Control expenditures in line with the agreed budgets.
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Represent the interests of Kenya
Literature Bureau in the region.
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Provide quality and timely feedback
to the market development team.
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Co-ordinate the sales performance of
various titles to ensure achievement of overall area target.
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Regularly analyze sales and take
corrective action to achieve targets.
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Give sales forecast by customer as
inputs into the supply chain planning.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
with postgraduate qualification in Sales and Marketing (MSK, KIM).
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A Diploma in sales and marketing or
its equivalent from a recognized institution
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Post-graduation teaching experience
of a minimum of three (3) years.
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Basic understanding of the Kenyan
school curriculum.
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Good communication skills.
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Good product knowledge - own and
competitor products.
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Basic selling, ICT and report writing
skills.
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A clean valid driving licence with a
minimum of three (3) years’ experience.
Senior Communications Officer
KLB 8
Job Ref: HR-SCO-3-014
He / she will report to the Public
Relations Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Coordinate the flow of information
and communication as captured in relevant policies to enhance corporate image.
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Execute the KLB strategic
communication plan to achieve corporate goals and objectives.
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Create and deliver corporate
newsletter content among other publications to 1m prove employee relations.
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Initiate PR activities to promote KLB
products and services
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Liaise with the media for enhanced
publicity.
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Write speeches and prepare official
briefs / documents/reports for presentation and decision making.
Minimum Qualifications
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Degree in social sciences plus a
postgraduate diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication, or Public Relations or
its equivalent from a recognized institution.
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Must have at least three (3) years’
experience in the field of communication and public relations practice
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Possession of a master’s degree from
a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
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Should possess good oral and written
communication skills and excellent public relations
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Must be computer literate.
Senior Legal Officer
KLB 8
Job Ref. HR-SLO-2-014
He/she will report to the Legal
Service Manager and will be responsible for all legal matters, and shall be the
custodian of statutory documents.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Receive court documents in the
absence of the Manager, Legal Services.
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Advise on relevant legislation
including taxation and labour laws
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Liaise with public bodies on
statutory and compliance matters
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Facilitate debt collection and
liaison with debt collectors and auctioneers
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Liaise with insurance companies and
brokers on risk assessments, claims and insurance litigation.
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Ensure Regulations that govern the
operations of the Bureau are complied with at all times.
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Assist in preparation and circulation
of Agenda and facilitate smooth running of Board meetings and preparation of
minutes in a timely manner.
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Participate in the preparation,
drafting and the negotiation of contracts, formal agreements and other legal
instruments between the Bureau and other parties and ensure that they are done
in the Bureau’s interest.
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Draft legal documents, interpret
court/arbitral rulings, and monitor implementation of laws, including
government policies and regulation.
Minimum Qualifications
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Must be in possession of a Bachelor
of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution and a Diploma in Law from
the Kenya School of Law.
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Must have been admitted as an
advocate of the High Court of Kenya and the holder of a current practising
certificate.
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Must have three (3) years relevant
experience
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Possession of a Certified Public
Secretary (CPS) (K) qualification or a master’s degree will be an added
advantage.
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Must be computer literate.
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Serving officers must have served in
the position of Legal Officer for a period of at least three (3) years and be
in possession of a valid practising certificate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the
above criteria should send an application letter enclosing a comprehensive CV,
photocopies of relevant certificates and testimonials, together with telephone
contacts, e-mail address and names of three (3) referees to:
The Managing Director
Kenya Literature Bureau
P.O. Box 30022 - 00100 GPO
Nairobi
E-mail to: vacancies@klb.co.ke
Kenya Literature Bureau is an equal
opportunity employer.
Applications should reach the above
address on or before 7th July, 2014.
