Safaricom Senior manager – technology audits and quality vacancy

Safaricom Senior manager – technology audits and quality vacancy
In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:-
Reporting to the Director - Internal Audit, the successful candidate will lead a team of technical specialists/experts responsible for developing and delivering an effective internal audit plan, assessing the key risks associated with Technology and providing practical recommendations to mitigate against such risks as well as coordinate special input in all audits.
The key responsibilities will be to:-

• Review of security settings around key network elements (CSDB/HLR/AUC, MSC, IN, and GGSN/SGSN);
• Review operational effectiveness of RA controls across revenue streams through reperformance of key RA activities;
• Provide Assurance on the IT Operations Network , covering end user systems and customer facing support systems;
• Conduct Network Security Audits to assess the adequacy of network security infrastructure implementations;
• Driving the development, and use of data analytics throughout the audit life cycle, as well as manage the network of data analytics auditors embedded in the internal audit teams. This will be done through increasing the number of auditors who are proficient in performing basic analytics;
• Rollout the continuous auditing and controls monitoring program in the company and raise awareness of the same within the business;
• Work with internal audit, risk management (compliance) and business process owners to identify key automated controls, developing a roadmap to ensure tests are developed to monitor key with a long term objective of reducing audit turnaround time and proactive monitoring of high risk areas in the company;
• Ensure all high risk issues identified and closed within expected timelines, thus minimizing the period exposure to the company;
• Work within projects as an independent internal assurance function to provide advice and guidance to project management teams and to report on a regular basis to the Project steering committee;
• Assist the Audit operations lead in staffing audits and determining the skills required for technical audits

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• Upper second class degree in Business or Commerce Field e.g. B.Comm from a recognized University.
• Fully qualified accountant - CPA (K) or equivalent.
• Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• IT knowledge - an understanding of the working of various accounting packages (including ERP’s)
• 8 years working experience in external audit from a reputable audit firm or 8 years business experience and extensive experience within an internal audit function  High level knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Well versed in knowledge of frameworks e.g COSO Internal Control Framework.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of management.
• Excellent reporting (oral and written) skills.
• Proven ability to lead audits and manage an audit team.

If you meet the requirements above, and are self-driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below. All applications must be delivered on or before Thursday 28th August 2014.
The Senior Manager - Talent & Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@Safaricom.co.ke

Safaricom, Engineer-radio access (3G capacity) vacancy

Safaricom Engineer-radio access (3G capacity) vacancy
In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:
Reporting to the Senior Manager-Radio Access Engineering, the role holder will manage 3G network capacity provision and monitor 3G networks and capacity KPI’s taking appropriate actions to improve quality, capacity and coverage. The role holder will maintain accurate standards for database parameters; Issue long term network capacity plans based on resource utilization; coordinate and manage 3G projects; ensure standardization and documentation of the 3G parameters across the network; run trials of 3G new features aimed at improved capacity and quality; continuously improve the network performance by deployment of enhanced features; fine tune 3G parameters to ensure optimal resource usage in 3G and eliminate congestion and recommend new improved SW or HW to meet capacity and quality objectives at all times.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate assigned 3G network projects and ensure project timelines and standards are met;
  
•  Ensure all project reports and documentation is complete and timely;
  
• Trigger for new 3G capacity sites in accordance with the agreed triggers for capacity sites and forward to RF Planning Team for release of nominal plans, redesigns and integration parameters;  
  
• Analyze traffic trends, resource utilization, redistribute capacity and optimize resources to guarantee capacity;
  
• Continuously monitor the capacity KPI’s on network planning tools and trigger corrective optimization plans and manage to completion;
  
• Maintain standards/3G parameter rules on all radio database parameters;
  
• Identify potential bottlenecks in the 3G end to end network and escalate to Regional Networks & Core CS teams the related concerns;
  
• Harmonize 3G parameters across 3G network;
  

Role requirements;

• BSc.  Honors degree in Electrical/Electronics engineering with bias towards telecommunications;
  
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to details, Communication and interpersonal skills, Excellent trouble shooting and problem solving skills;
  
• 3 years’ experience in telecommunication with 1 years minimum in 3G hands–on experience in Radio Network planning;
  
• Practical knowledge on use of radio planning tools and capacity planning tools, MySQL, M2000, NetAct, Erlang-B e.t.c;
  
• Candidates with experience in, Nokia- Siemens or Huawei 3G equipment will have an added advantage;
  
• Practical knowledge of 3G networks a must;
  
• Thorough knowledge in traffic modeling and capacity forecasting and management. Knowledge in tele-traffic Engineering is a plus;
  
• Practical knowledge of interoperability between 3G and 2G networks.
  

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Thursday 4th September 2014.

The Head of Talent and Resourcing,
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

Standard Chartered Bank Assistant Manager, Recovery vacancy

Standard Chartered Bank Assistant Manager, Recovery vacancy
Standard Chartered Bank -Nairobi, Kenya
Job description
Key Roles & Responsibilities
* Manages the day -to-day recoveries maximised by the effective implementation of recoveries strategy.
* Reviews recovery processes to ensure cost effectiveness and also identifies risk and opportunities to streamline operations, improve service and minimise losses.
* Works with solicitors throughout the litigation process to ensure optimal collection with minimal legal cost to the bank
* Legal, regulatory, economic and compliance including the following;

- Ensure compliance with the Group's standard and regulatory requirements pertaining to money laundering and KYC;
- Participate in and/or support the Bank's effort to combat money laundering;
- Exercise due care and diligence on matters related to Money laundering and KYC in the day to day operations, which include account opening and reviews, transaction monitoring, reporting suspicions, customer communication, implementing new requirements, updating and revising operating procedures, acquire relevant knowledge and training, provide support to superior and subordinates.

Qualifications & Skills
* Graduate with 2 year experience in Credit preferably Debt recovery.
* Credit skills
* Good negotiation and communication skills.
* Understands market trends and can interpret impact on the CB portfolio
* Full knowledge of Consumer Bank Products and those of the competitors
* Good Computer skills with knowledge of the Credit MIS
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
* Basic Project management skills
Diversity & Inclusion
Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.
To apply log on to

https://cgportal.global.standardchartered.com/psc/hrms/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&JobOpeningId=447038&HRS_SOURCE_ID=3345&HRS_SUBSOURCE_ID=1372&HRS_SUBSOURCE_DESC=0&