Branch Manager
Location: Meru
Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills:
Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
Location: Meru
Young Women Christian Association is
a National Organization founded in 1912 whose purpose is to develop the
leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and
economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity, freedom, justice
and peace for all humanity.
The Association invites application
for the position of Branch Manager for its Branch in Meru. The successful
candidate will be based in Meru and will report to the Branch Executive
Committee through the Branch Chairperson.
Duties and Responsibilities
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In charge of the day to day running
of the Branch
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In charge of Human Resource
Management in the Branch in liaison with the National Headquarters
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Liaise with the National Headquarters
on Administrative and Policy matters as per existing YWCA Governance
regulations
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Ensure Resource Mobilization for
Branch Programmes and Activities
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Ensure timely reporting to National
Headquarters; Branch Standing Committees and donor agencies as may be required
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In charge of the organization’s
facilities in the Branch
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Coordinate all Standing Committee
meetings and all other meetings at the Branch level as per YWCA Policy
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Maintenance of facilities
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Sustainability of the Branch
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Oversee and ensure effective
Programme Management at the Branch
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Responsible for Financial Management
at the Branch and ensure that Internal Controls are adhered to
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Ensure Development and adherence to
Annual Plans and Budgets as per the existing Strategic Plan
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Participate in National meetings and
events as required
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Ensure Membership recruitment,
development and retention at the Branch level
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Ensure capacity building and
orientation for staff and volunteers is done, in liaison with the National
Headquarters
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Enhance fellowship among staff and
members
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Networking and collaboration with
partners undertaking similar activities
Qualifications & Skills:
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Diploma in Business
Administration/Management, Project Management or Community Development
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4years experience in a similar
position is desirable
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Demonstrated experience in Programme
Management and Community Development will be an added advantage
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Must be computer literate with report
writing skills
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MUST be a Christian aged between
30-40 years
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Women are encouraged to apply.
Restaurant Manager
Young Women Christian Association is
a National Organization founded in 1912 whose purpose is to develop the
leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and
economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity, freedom, justice
and peace for all humanity.
The Association invites applications
for the position of Restaurant Manager. The successful candidate will be based
in Nairobi at the Head Office and will report to the Head of Business
Development.
Purpose of the
Job
In keeping with the YWCA vision,
ensure that the YWCA restaurant operates efficiently and profitably while
maintaining the reputation and standards of the organization.
In this position, the key role is
managing the restaurant and staff as well as overseeing the success and
profitability of the business.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Coordinate daily front and back
operations of the YWCA restaurant.
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Deliver superior service and maximize
customer satisfaction.
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Respond efficiently and accurately to
customer needs.
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Plan menus by consulting with the chef,
estimate food costs and profits.
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Meet restaurant financial objectives
by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling
expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
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Control costs by reviewing portion
control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high
quality of preparation.
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Promote and market the business,
while consistently assessing profitability and identifying areas for
improvement.
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Ensure that the restaurant complies
with all necessary hygiene, health and safety regulations as well as licensing
requirements.
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Maintain stock levels and order
supplies when necessary.
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Create detailed reports on weekly,
monthly and annual revenues and expenses.
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Organize and supervise staff shifts.
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Appraise staff performance and
provide feedback to improve productivity.
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Train new and current employees on
proper customer service practices.
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Any other duty that may be allocated
from time to time.
Qualifications & Skills
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Minimum of a Diploma in Hotel and
Institutional Management, Food Production, Business Management or an equivalent
is required.
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Proven 5 years experience working as
a Restaurant Manager, Hospitality Manager or in a similar role.
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Proven track record of providing
excellent customer service.
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Extensive food and beverage (F&B)
knowledge.
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Ability to work independently, as
well as lead, manage and motivate a team.
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Analytical skills and a solid
understanding of business management practices and strategies.
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Keen problem solver eager to tackle
challenges in an organized and strategic manner.
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Strong communicator with excellent
interpersonal skills.
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Good financial management skills.
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Commercial awareness.
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Flexible and proactive.
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Ability to work under pressure.
How to Apply
Candidates that are interested and
meet the above qualifications are invited to apply. An application with a
detailed CV to reach the under mentioned on or before 9th March
2018.
Human Resource Manager
YWCA of Kenya
hr@ywcakenya.org