The Nation Media Group internship opportunity

The Nation Media Group internship opportunity

The Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. Our Internship program runs for 3 months, with an opportunity to get practical experience in a work environment in the following functions: Editorial Print, Editorial TV/Radio, Finance, IT, Marketing, Procurement.

Educational/Professional Requirements

• Candidate must already be enrolled in college or university to be considered.
  

• Candidate must currently be enrolled as a student in a public or accredited private institution.
  

• The candidate is expected to specify the department of interest.
  

General Requirements
The candidate:

• Should have a desire and passion to gain professional experience.
  

• Must be eager to learn.
  

• Must have oral and written communication skills.
  

• Must have the ability to follow directions, as well as not be afraid to ask questions.
  

• Must be a fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately under pressure.
  

• Must be keen to learn about the markets in which the company operates.
  

The internship runs for three months with possibility of extension/permanent employment hire.

If you meet the above criteria, please send your application specifying which department you would like to work in and a detailed CV online to http://careers.nationmedia.com

Standard Group Business Executives vacancies

Standard Group Business Executives vacancies

The Standard Group comprises The Standard Newspapers, Game yetu, Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services.
The Group is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team players to fill the above positions:
The Business Executives will be charged with selling advertising for KTN and Radio Maisha, providing effective services to clients so as to maximize advertising sales volumes.
Key Responsibilities

• Achieving set annual and monthly targets for multimedia advertising sales
  
• To increase advertising opportunities within Standard Group’s products which will translate to higher revenues
  
• To deliver high quality customer service to clients
  
• To support, maintain and grow business contacts with both the existing and potential advertising clients and agents.
  
• Develop strategy to increase sales volumes and market share
  

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business related field.
  
• Professional diploma qualification in Marketing
  
• Full competence in presentation skills is required
  
• Experience of 2 years in sales
  
• Verbal and written communication skills
  

If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment/latest_jobs.php to browse through the current openings/ vacancies and apply not later than 15th August 2014.
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification

Kenya Airways Technical Department Internship Program

Kenya Airways Technical Department Internship Program.

The internship will offer you a great opportunity to gain valuable experience within the technical environment as well as assist you to develop skills that will provide you with an advantage in the job market. In addition, you will gain real business experience and exposure in a leading company that is truly the Pride of Africa.
Brief Description
During the internship, students shall be placed in one of the sections within the Technical Department or and, to the extent possible, shall be given assignments relevant to their current studies. Before the end of the program, the interns must submit a brief report about their experience/ learning in Kenya Airways and provide ideas and suggestions that can help improve the Program in future years.
The purpose of the Program is to provide an opportunity for university and college students to become familiar with the operations of Kenya Airways technical department and to acquire work experience at the professional level through on-the-job training as part of the course requirements, during vacations before resuming studies.


Requirements

• A Kenyan citizen and a student pursuing an undergraduate degree/College diploma in an accredited university/college pursuing (but not limited to ) the following technical fields: Aircraft Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical engineering, Mechanical engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Aerospace logistics and Air transport (with emphasis on aircraft maintenance).
  
• The Student must be one who will continue his/her graduate studies or graduate right after the period of the internship.
  
• Have a minimum grade of B (plain) in KCSE or equivalent O'level certification
  
• Candidates afforded internship in the past by Kenya Airways are not eligible to apply.
  

Conditions of Internship

• Kenya Airways does not provide medical insurance cover for Interns. Those selected for internship will be required to submit proof of medical insurance while at Kenya Airways.
  
• Since the hiring for the Internship Program is done locally, Kenya Airways does not pay transportation costs whatsoever.
  
• Because Internship Program is addressed to students who are pursuing their degree programs or diploma programs, participation in the program will not extend beyond three (3) months.

Documentation that will be required should you be selected for internship are:
Letter from learning institution requesting for internship and confirming that this is part of the course requirement

• Original and copy of KCSE/GCSE Certificate
  
• Certificate of Good Conduct
  
• Insurance cover

How to Apply
Kenya Airways only accepts online applications for internships. Please ensure that you create your account and update your account details before applying for internship. A complete application will include: Your KCSE / O levels scores, the type of Diploma or Degree you are pursuing and the period of internship you are looking for. REMEMBER We will not consider your application if it does not contain this information or if it contains false or inaccurate information or if you make duplicate applications.


How to Apply
Kenya Airways only accepts online applications for internships. Please ensure that you create your account and update your account details before applying for internship. We will not consider your application if it is incomplete, or if it contains false or inaccurate information.
Making duplicate applications will render your application invalid.
Application Deadlines:


Apply online by clicking the link below.
For the January - March program, applications are due by November 30th
For the April - June program, applications are due by February 28th
For the July - September program, applications are due by May 31st
For the October - December program applications are due by August 31st
Closing Date : 30-Aug-2014




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