Senior Accountant
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to be based at our Kisumu Schools. He/she will provide leadership to the Finance Department and will ensure that all financial systems and reporting, internal controls budgeting, analysis and customer service are conducted and delivered in an accurate and timely manner.
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to be based at our Kisumu Schools. He/she will provide leadership to the Finance Department and will ensure that all financial systems and reporting, internal controls budgeting, analysis and customer service are conducted and delivered in an accurate and timely manner.
Requirements
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A Minimum of a Bachelor of Commerce
Degree in Accounting from a recognized university and CPA(K)
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience, 3 of
which should have been at Senior Level in Accounting.
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Strong leadership and analytical
skills, strict to deadlines and a team player.
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Proficiency in Ms Office suite
Package
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Knowledge of SAGE System.
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Good oral and written communication
skills, self-motivation, commercial awareness, initiative to and the ability to
work as part of team.
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Excellent problem-solving,
analytical, technical, IT and numerical abilities are crucial.
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Be able to work independently with
minimal supervision.
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Excellent communication skills: the
role will require regular communication with the head office team.
How to Apply
Closing date: Monday 1st April 2019.
Art & Design Teacher
Makini
High School is a private mixed secondary school offering the Kenyan curriculum
under the 8-4-4 system while incorporating global best practice in pedagogy. We
seek to recruit an Art & Design Teacher for the High School. The
teacher will support Art & Design in Upper Primary (class 6-8) on need
basis.
We
are looking for a teacher who is able to prepare candidates for the KCSE
National Examination, enjoys collaborating with teams and keep the learners inspired
by his/her desire and enthusiasm to develop learning in the visual arts.
Requirements
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Must be TSC Registered;
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Bachelor’s degree in Art &
Design
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A practitioner in both 2D and 3D
media;
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Ability to support co-curricular
activities in art & design.
Desirable
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Previous experience in teaching KCSE
candidates
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Additional Art & Design
certifications/ qualifications
Housekeeping Manager
Makini
School is a private school offering the Local Curricula under the Competency
Based and 8-4-4 system. The school wishes to recruit a competent, innovative
and self-driven person to fill the following position:
The
successful candidate will report to the Operations Director and will be
responsible for managing the daily operations of the housekeeping services department
to ensure the offices, premises and facilities are kept in a clean and orderly
condition. The successful candidate will establish workflows, standard
operating procedures and quality control plans for the department.
Responsibilities
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Prepare a duty rota and ensure that
all staff allocated report on duty and that work is done properly through
supervision and monitoring.
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Appraising and evaluating the
performance of all the staff in the House Keeping Department.
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Plan and arrange meeting rooms for
various sections in the school.
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Ensure food is served to the students
and the whole school community in a hygienic and timely manner.
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Check and ensure all housekeeping
appliances in the school are in working order.
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Realign furniture and amenities
according to prescribed layout.
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Respond to queries, calls and
requests from the management, staff, pupils, stakeholders and other clients
such as spillage, broken glass, breakages and shortages.
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Contributes to the tender committee
by advising on appropriate and essential cleaning materials, equipment and
detergents.
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Ensure all the staff in the
housekeeping department have appropriate tools, materials and equipment for
efficient and effective performance of their duties.
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Manage and plan for school events and
ensure they run evenly and smoothly.
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Attend the workplace regularly,
reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the
demands of the daily school routine.
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Uses interpersonal skills and makes
sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed between
co-workers, the supervisory chain and other members of staff.
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Stock and maintain housekeeping
supply rooms, all cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary
working condition.
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Ensure a high level of customer care
service is performed at all times.
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Ensure safe disposal mechanisms are
done properly.
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Report any damages or repairs needed
to the management and maintenance.
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Report all lost and found items to
the Security department through the relevant departmental and section heads.
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Follow all school safety and security
procedures and ensure the health and safety policies are adhered to.
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Complete duties and responsibilities
in compliance with Makini standards, policies and guidelines.
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Supports the values and institutional
goals as defined in the Makini’s Strategic Plan.
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Perform any other assigned duties as
may be instructed by the Operations Director and other Directors.
Skills & Competencies
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Ability to foster strong working
relationships with key stakeholders.
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Maintain strict confidentiality and
security across the board.
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Ability to handle a large variety of
details and to work with all levels of sections.
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Ability to handle sensitive and
extensive confidential data.
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Excellent customer service skills and
interpersonal skills
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Excellent verbal and written
communication skills.
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Ability to think critically and solve
problems individually and as a team player.
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Planning, organizational and
problem-solving skills.
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Flexibility to meet demands of
activities in the school.
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Ability to set priorities and meet
deadlines, managing multiple requests simultaneously.
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Ability to work effectively in a team
environment and to interact with a variety of individuals (pupils/students,
parents and staff) in a professional and efficient manner.
Qualifications
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Diploma in Housekeeping or equivalent
preferred from a recognized college on institution.
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Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation
products, techniques and methods.
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Knowledge of cleaning sensitive
materials
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Working knowledge of operating
cleaning equipment
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Physical stamina and mobility.
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5 years in housekeeping experience
from a recognized institution
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Strong leadership and interpersonal
skills, a team player and self-driven.
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Proficiency in Office suite of
packages.
How to Apply
Applicants
meeting the above requirements should send their CV, letter of application
giving full details of qualifications, experience and full contact address,
e-mail address and names and contact details of three referees by close of
business Monday,
1st April 2019 to careers@makinischool.com
NB:
Please include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of your email.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Makini
Schools is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.