KCA University Jobs in Kenya

Institute of Capacity Development (ICAD) – Kisumu
 
The Institute of Capacity Development (KCA-ICAD) is the Consulting and Executive Training arm of KCA University. 

Established in 1999, KCA-ICAD provides value added management, consultancy and business skills training to professionals in the industry, public service, and non-governmental organizations in Kenya and the Region. 

Our focus is “driving change by advancing knowledge and enhancing client organizational performance”. 

KCA-ICAD works in partnership with organizations to improve technical skills, capacity, and business performance.
 
Marketing and Sales Executive – Consulting and Training
 
We are looking for an results oriented Marketing and Sales Executive to help raise Kisumu ICAD’s profile by supporting the execution and management of new and existing initiatives to drive revenue, customer acquisition, and retention.
 
This is a principal supporting role and successful candidate(s) domiciled in Kisumu and with some degree of travel.

The successful candidate will be expected to have initiative, passion for results, drive and superior organizational and people skills. 

Sales and Customer care experience is a mandatory requirement and one should be a team player, and fully committed to the vision of division and KCA.
 
Main duties will include
  • Reporting to and under the general direction of a Business Development Manager the ME will help support and manage day-to-day affairs of an assigned sector
  • Proactively initiate, record and manage client interphase including mail, telephone, email, and electronic communication to help uncover and respond to opportunities, prospects, and leads of the assigned sector
  • Develop business plans and proposals for existing and potential income generating activities in line with sustainability goals of the Division
  • Design, organize, and execute presentations, conferences, training programs and consultancy projects for internal and external clients.
  • Build referral and lead generation network and Ensure proactive sustainability and competitiveness of the assigned sector through proactive networking, effective interaction, and liaisons with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collect, Document and analyze market information and competitive intelligence
  • Proactively conduct needs and opportunity assessments to uncover opportunities, prospects, and leads for an assigned sector; and to pursue these leads with current and prospective clients
Qualifications
  • A Degree in Administration/Business/Commerce with sales and customer care experience and management of a busy office. 
  • Those with a Diploma in sales plus significant experience in managing programs or clients shall also be considered.
Skill, Knowledge and Competencies required
  • Knowledge of the Consulting and Executive Training Industry in Kenya and East Africa.
  • Demonstrable track record of managing a busy customer portfolio, executive and training calendar.
  • Passion for quality and results and a positive, winning, and team attitude.
  • Solid skills in research, analysis, business prospecting, and proposal writing.
  • Excellent organizations skills including planning, record keeping, budgeting, cost control, and supervisory skills and ability to cope with competing and conflicting demands, projects, priorities, and tasks.
  • Superior customer/client care and management skills and excellent problem solving ability.
  • Strong written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation communication skills
  • Strong computer skills in Project Management, Word and Data processing.
Remuneration
 
A competitive package will be offered for the right candidates. 

However, Performance based package (including performance bonuses / commission) will be structured for the right candidate for ICAD positions.

1. Manager, Distance Learning
 
Role Description
 
Reporting to the Director of Distance Learning & ICT, the Manager will be responsible for:
  • Management of distance education programs i.e. traditional distance and online programs and any other educational programs delivered at a distance
  • Develop a high quality, effective and robust distance education presence
  • Provide leadership and cord nation of distance education programs
  • Set up distance learning secretariat
  • Oversee the conversion of material to distance learning mode.
Duties will include: Project management, Content management, Program production, Administration and Marketing

Qualification and Experience
  • Masters degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology or related field
  • At least 5 years experience in distance and online courses management
  • Experience in teaching in an online environment including assessment of student outcomes.
Skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and meet timelines.
  • Good organization, planning, interpersonal and communication skills \
  • Analytical, marketing & leadership skills
  • Attention to details
2. Instructional Designer
 
Role Description
  • Provide expertise in the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT initiatives supporting education and training organizations.
  • Design and develop quality e-learning courseware primarily for industrial and technical training applications for industry wide e-learning.
  • Apply knowledge of classified computer networks, information security standards and guidelines, and instructional technologies to effectively implement and operate a distributed learning production and online dissemination environment.
  • Format and structure training and course learning modules so they can be launched, tracked, and delivered. 
  • Assist in the design, development, and delivery of technology-mediated learning activities and tools, including online tutorials, and job aids.
  • Demonstrate experience with incorporating new technologies into academic programs and administering an environment for faculty to test and integrate new technologies into the curriculum. 
  • Gather and disseminate feedback, reports, and metrics regarding learning development, delivery systems, applications, courses, and tools.
  • Train schools and faculties on the E-learning module
The role holder will liaise and work closely with academic staff from all discipline areas across the University and assist the department in meeting its strategic objectives to increase the portfolio of courses it currently offers and to facilitate and manage the development of high quality teaching materials that can be offered through distance learning modes of delivery.
 
The holder will develop operational procedures for facilitating and managing Distance Learning within the department.

Qualification and Experience
  • Bachelors degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Information Systems Management, or Instructional Systems Design
  • A masters degree, preferably in education or Information systems will be an added advantage
  • 3 years of experience with preparing and integrating course material into distance learning applications, developing and providing metrics information associated with student utilization of distance learning applications, and providing technical assistance to students, instructors, and course administrators in the use of the available distance learning applications
  • 2 years of experience with Web-based course development and delivery tools
  • Experience in teaching and curriculum development
  • Experience and training in online instructional design
  • Hands on knowledge in the use of LMS, e.g. Blackboard. Experience in Moodle and other open source software is preferred.
3. DL Administrator
 
Role description
 
This is a highly responsible administrator performing a variety of office and student management tasks for the Distance Learning & ICT Department:
  • Disseminate information concerning distance learning programs and services available.
  • Execute enrollment strategies
  • Prepare annual budget requests
  • Assist in marketing the Distance Learning Programs within the region and beyond.
  • Provide office management functions including managing departmental events
  • Provide guidance and support to Program Coordinators.
  • Responsible for all administrative aspects of Distance Learning operations.
  • Conduct preliminary research as needed.
  • Coordinate distance learning materials to students across.
  • Additional duties based on experience may include:
  1. Student advisement
  2. Student registration
  3. Web maintenance
  4. Other duties as assigned
Qualification and Experience
  • Bachelors degree in Education, Marketing, communication, Information Technology or any business related field
  • Minimum 3 years experience in teaching or administrative experience in higher education set up.
Skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of and sensitivity to diversity issues related to effective communication and interactions with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds and non-traditional students of all age ranges, social backgrounds, and experience level
  • Computer literate, knowledge of computer applications
  • Planning & Organization skills
  • Knowledge of budgeting
  • Office Management
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 hr@kca.ac.ke so as to be received not later than 21st June, 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. 

Internal staff are encouraged to apply.
 

The Director, Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.O Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi.