Vacancies in KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya

Senior Administrative Assistant

Job Objective
To provide administrative support to the Office of the Principal and oversee corporate affairs  within the Campus.
Responsibilities
·         In liaison with the enrolment and any other relevant department, monitor all online/social media channels;

·         Coordinate branding strategies and guide on protocol during Campus functions;
·         Collaborate with relevant departments to organize CSR events;
·         Oversee the front office and customer relations function at the Campus;
·         Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies and maintaining records, sorting incoming correspondence for the Principal’s Office;
·         Prepare and compile materials for conferences, meetings and other engagements;
·         Provide general administrative support for the office of the Principal including; managing guests, travel itinerary, manage the Principal’s diary, records management, general correspondence and organize meetings.
·         Manage budgets for the Principal’s office while filing returns regularly;
·         Generate reports and manage records for the Principal’s office.
Qualifications 
The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience.
·         Bachelors degree in Business or related field
·         3-5 years’ experience.
·         Computer Literate
Other Skills And Competencies
·         Excellent analytical skills;
·         Well-developed report writing skills;
·         Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;

Business Development Assistant

Job Objective
The job holder will market the portfolio of programs in the School of Business and recruit students.
Responsibilities
·         Generate new student enrollments through targeted marketing
·          Establish active networks in the industry and alumni as link to recruit students
·          Use established networks to recruit new students
·          Identify, call and arrange for meetings with prospective targets for enrollment.
·          Follow up prospective students who have shown interest in SOB programs to assist them enroll in their  preferred programs.
·          Devise innovative marketing strategies for reach out to new clients
·          Advice new and prospective students about SOB programs and guide them on various study options available to them that can fit their schedule.
Qualifications
The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience.
·         Bachelors degree in Marketing or Business related field
·         2 years’ experience.
·         Computer Literate
Other Skills And Competencies
·         Excellent analytical skills;
·         Well-developed report writing skills;
·         Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Business Analyst

Job Objective
The job holder will be responsible for the business analysis and financial modelling in the University.
Responsibilities
·         Financial modelling and forecasting
·         Variance analysis
·         Pricing based on detailed cost analysis
·         Prepare reports of all business units showing their contribution and overhead allocation
·         Co-ordinate and review of daily back office receipting and banking
·         Preparation of year end budgets and monthly budget execution reports
·         Assisting with preparation of month end accounts

·         Revenue assurance
·         Billings and sales invoices reconciliation
·         Monthly cash flow projections
Qualifications
The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience.
·         Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business or related area from a recognized university;
·         Certified Public Accountant of Kenya and Member of ICPAK in good standing
·         Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience
Other Skills And Competencies
·         Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
·         Ability to develop spreadsheets and perform data analysis
·         Excellent Advanced excel skills
·         Knowledge of generally accepted Accounting Standards
·         Excellent communication skills and team player
·         Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
·         Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, zero based budgets and profitability analysis.
·         Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

Corporate Affairs Manager

Job Objective
The job holder will guide and manage the overall University’s brand and reputation in public, through both oral and written communications.
Responsibilities
·         Develop a Strategic Plan for Corporate Affairs Department;
·         Develop a communication policy for the University;
·         Maintain close and active contact with community leaders to understand the needs of the community and to determine how best the university might provide support;
·         Build a comprehensive network of internal and external contacts and decision-makers and maintains strategic and collaborative relationships with diverse, global groups;
·         Consult with relevant internal departments in order to project the university’s corporate message to both external and internal mediums;
·         Represent the university before key internal and external partners and audiences be face of the university to both internal and external contacts and stakeholders;
·         Responsible for all internal and external communications;
·         Public speaking at presentations, conferences or radio and TV interviews;
·         Represent the company or client at events;
·         Develop and maintain the University’s corporate image and identity;
·         Develop and manage budgets for the department;
·         Develop risk management framework for the department;
·         Direct activities of external agencies, establishments and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programs;
·         Develop, implement and evaluate communications strategies;
·         Take editorial responsibility for the organizations website, and other corporate communications tools;
Qualifications
The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience
·         Master degree in Communication Studies /Public Relations or related field
·         Professional qualification in relevant field ex: Higher Diploma in Communication/Public Relations
·          6 to 8 years’ experience with at least 3 years’ experience at a management level.
·         Computer Literate
Other Skills And Competencies
·         Excellent analytical skills;
·         Excellent report writing skills;
·         Demonstrated supervisory skills;
·         Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
·         High level of confidentiality;
·         Conflict resolution; and
·         Ability to meet deadlines.
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV and three references via email to  hrjobs@kca.ac.ke by 24th November 2019. KCAU staff are encouraged to apply 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Human Resources Director,
KCA University,
P.O Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi.