Legal and Civil Assistant vacancy

Legal and Civil Assistant vacancy
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops
Introduction:
The KCCB – General Secretariat is the National Administrative, facilitative and Coordinative arm through which the KCCB implements and co-ordinates various Pastoral programs at the National level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church in Kenya.It is seeking an outstanding, dynamic and results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions.
Legal and Civil Assistant
Report to the General Secretary
Purpose of the post: To provide legal advice and ensure compliance with legal requirements
Duties and Responsibilities

• Contract lifecycle management, including preparation, review, negotiation and advise on all research agreements (including donor agreements, partnership and agreements, MoUs, research collaborations, consultancies,) and other institutional agreements and contracts; monitoring finalisation and submission/return of completed contracts, appropriate follow-ups and archiving of all research and other institutional agreements.
  
• Maintaining and updating the KCB Contracts Management System.
  
• Keeping abreast with legal and policy developments and providing updates and advise on such developments in law that are of relevance.
  
• Contribute to the development and improvement of the Legal Unit including the implementation of new systems.
  
• Research and preparation of legal opinions and briefs
  
• Reading and summarizing papers
  
• Draft Memos and Letter for the General Secretary
  
• Identify and summarize all emerging legal issues affecting KCCB for compliance
  
• Frame legal issues for external professional intervention
  
• Draft basic agreements and correspondences on legal matters
  
• Ensure legal and other security documents are properly kept secured and archived
  
• Carry out legal audit to ensure KCCB’s compliance with written statutes and all other legal requirements
  
• Through the General Secretary , Liaise with external lawyers on all legal matters involving KCCB for prompt handling
  
• Performs related work as required and carries out any other essential tasks related to the General Secretariat’s goals
  
  

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B) from a recognized university
  
• Post-graduate diploma in Legal studies from the Kenya School of Law
  
• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  
• Be of good standing and possess a current LSK practicing certificate
  
• Have at least two year’s post-admission experience in legal practice in a busy environment
  
• Demonstrate good grasp of relevant laws including but not limited to Laws governing the Constitution of Kenya 2010; Labour Laws and Corporate Governance.
  
• Possess excellent communication, research, presentation and analysis skills
  
• Proactive and self-motivated individual able to work with minimum supervision
  Proficiency in basic Computer and Typing skills ( word, excel, outlook and PowerPoint)
  CPS (K)
  

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrates commitment to KCCB mission, vision and values.
  
• A good knowledge of social teachings of the Church, and Ethical principles
  
• Ability to perform work of a confidential nature and handle large volume of work
  
• Commitment to personal learning and development and applies newly acquired knowledge and skills
  
• Ability to provide input to implementation of new systems
  
• Ability to provide helpful feedback, advice and support to ensure effective teamwork in meeting the organization’s objectives
  
• Good knowledge of personnel administration rules and regulations
  
• Strong English writing and speaking skills
  
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  
• Able to work under minimum supervision
  

Applications should be addressed to:-


General Secretary
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.hr@catholicchurch.or.ke

To reach him on or before 22nd August 2014

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Marketing & Business Development Manager vacancy

Marketing & Business Development Manager vacancy


Job Ref: MN 6020
Overall Purpose: Reporting to the General Manager, he will in charge of leading business growth, market expansion, promotion and maintenance of positive customer relationships to achieve the Society’s goals and objectives.
Job Profile:

• Implementing marketing strategies to raise current market profile, increase sales and support achievement of the Society’s goals and objectives.
  
• Identify new marketing opportunities and ensure the effective development and promotion of the Society and its products.
  
• Advising the General Manager by providing strategic guidance on marketing, communications and business development opportunities that are effective and generate positive, measureable results.
  
• Developing and implementing an appropriate marketing communication and brand strategy in line with the Society’s strategic plan.
  
• Identifying opportunities to offer new services or enhance existing services in order to attract high-value work and enhance value provided to customers.
  
• Developing and implementing the marketing plan in line with the business growth objectives.
  

Person Profile:

• Bachelor Degree with Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing
  
• Member, Chartered Institute of Marketing with IT User Skills
  
• 10 years working experience, 5 of which should be ¡n a senior Management position(s).
  

Our client is an equal opportunity employer interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of key certificates only and indicating the current remuneration to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com before 20th August 2014.

Customer relations officer vacancy

Customer relations officer vacancy

Our client the Stima Investment Co-operative Society Ltd. is a well-established investment co-operative society in Kenya, they wish to recruit suitable persons to fill the following positions:
Customer Relations Officer
Job Ref: MN 6022
Overall Purpose: Reporting to the Marketing & Business Development Manager, he will in charge of Continuous promotion and maintenance of positive customer relations to meet customer needs and expectations.
Job Profile:

• Implementing customer relations strategies and policies to enhance customers’ loyalty and best customer care practices.
  
• Attending to Customer complaints, expediting correction and following up to ensure resolution.
  
• Facilitating customer education on the Society’s products through exhibitions and fairs and other promotional activities.
  
• Promoting new products to enhance customer service, collecting customer information and analysing customer needs.
  
• Maintaining customer records and directory of customer’s contact details.
  
• Handling customer accounts and providing guidance on enhancing customer relationships.
  

Person Profile:

• Bachelor Degree in Marketing with Post Graduate Diploma in Sales & Marketing.
  
• Member, Chartered Institute of Marketing with IT User Skills.
  
• 5 years relevant work experience.
  

Our client is an equal opportunity employer interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of key certificates only and indicating the current remuneration to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com before 20th August 2014.