Fitness Trainer Job in in Maralal Town, Samburu, Kenya

Position: Fitness Trainer

Employer: Individual

Job description

An upcoming gym in Maralal Town in Samburu is urgently in need of a gym & Aerobic instructor.

He/She should be able to prepare a fitness training schedules suitable for clients and train them.

Personal requirements

• Must have previous experience in fitness training.
• Must be ethical and uphold the highest degree of integrity.
• Must be dedicated and fully knowledgeable in the area of fitness training.
• Must be creative with their fitness training routines.
• Must be a certified fitness trainer.

Females are encouraged to apply.

If you have the above qualities, please contact me on 0727-352943 to book an interview.

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Corporate Sales Executive Job Vacancy

Intellect Group Limited is an ICT company with a focus on providing total communication solutions at an affordable cost.

Our competence lies mainly in the provision of unified communications and collaboration products.

Role Objective / Summary

To consistently provide excellent customer service to accounts, as well as represent partner needs to the company.

In addition, build relationships with clients to encourage new and repeat business opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand company capabilities, products and services, and effectively communicate all offerings to the client.
• Sell and service Intellect Group’s customer requirements in customer’s full range of products
• Manage full process of the sales from cold calling, presenting, negotiating and closing deals
• Process and manage paperwork and correspondence related to all accounts.
• Ensure orders are invoiced and processed
• Providing training to new entrants
• Responsible for customer relationships and meeting clients’ expectations.
• Provide regular two-way communication between the partner and the company.
• Provide strong representation and set proper client expectations.
• Collect all outstanding payments with the allocated accounts.
• Regularly visit accounts to ensure sustenance of a good relationship.
• Ensure that client issues are dealt with in an efficient manner, informing management of any problems that may arise.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in sales and marketing from a recognized institution.
• Good communication skills, presentation skills, interpersonal skills
• Must have initiative and be able to work without supervision
• Aggressive and presentable

Apply for this position

Send your CV and 2 references to recruit.intellectgroup@gmail.com by no later than Friday, 28 October 2011.

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Consultancy Career Opportunity

Terms of Reference

Objectives of the consultancy

The consultancy is being offered to assist the CHIESA project in achieving its goals of filling critical gaps in knowledge related to climate and land change impacts on ecosystem services, and developing adaptation strategies for the effects by building the capacity of local research and administrative organisations through research, training and information dissemination.

The consultant will be expected to take charge of the coffee component of the project under Work Package (WP) 5 and activities as contained in the updated version of the project document that followed approval of the Supervisory Board meeting of 24 August 2011.

Duties of the Consultant

The general duties will include:

• Compiling and digitising available historical data on coffee pests and diseases and natural enemies/antagonists of coffee pests in project target sites in Tanzania and Ethiopia.
• Collecting and documenting key data on coffee pests and diseases and the natural enemy/antagonist composition, distribution, abundance and damage on coffee, and assess their interactions.
• Elucidating hosts and habitat utilisation patterns of key coffee pests and diseases, and coffee pests’ natural enemies/antagonists.
• Documenting historical and present weather parameter datasets for target coffee production areas.
• Studying the eco-physiological and reproductive responses of target pests and diseases and the coffee pests’ natural enemies/antagonists to climate change through life table studies, and then developing appropriate predictive models for the target sites.
• Building capacity of both men/women for research in functional ecosystem services in selected African institutions through advanced level trainings at PhD level, and group training of NARS and growers.
• Producing scientific peer-reviewed publications on the effects of climate change on insect pests and diseases separately, and joint scientific publications for adaptation strategies for coffee cultivation.

Specific details of the work plan for the activities will be developed and agreed jointly with the other members of WP 5, and amended as forthcoming results may dictate, with the WP Leader.

Disbursement of funds

The amount to be contributed by CHIESA pursuant to the duties outlined above shall be disbursed to the Consultant on an annual basis based on WP 5 budget developed jointly with the team members.

Reporting

The Consultant shall submit to the WP 5 Leader a progress report on an annual basis based on the agreed work plan by the WP5 team members. Two separate reports, one for insect pests and another for diseases must be compiled and submitted. 

Similarly, a final report indicating climate change adaptation strategies for coffee cultivation including diseases and insect pests management options shall be submitted to the WP 5 Leader upon completion of the Project. 

In the event of an extension of this contract, necessary modifications shall be made as to the Consultant's obligation in respect to the final report.

Payment arrangements

It is anticipated that the consultancy may involve several trips to Tanzania and Ethiopia. 

These trip costs, as well as other operational expenses relevant to this contract (including the honorarium and medical insurance), as appropriate, are included in the mutually agreed monthly payment, as specified in the budget and contract.

Duration of the Consultancy

The Consultancy position shall commence as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified and shall extend for a period of two years. It may be renewed for a further period of two years or more following satisfactory performance.

Applications will be accepted up to 5 November 2011. 

Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. 

Please send an application with current remuneration package, and a detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses) to:

icipehr@icipe.org

The Human Resources Department
icipe - African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

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Call for Applications Scholarships and Pre-Admission UCSC Africa Program 2012/2013

Universita Cattolica

del Sacro Cuore

Applications are now open for students from Africa for the following Master's programs, which are fully taught in English and offered at UCSC's Campus in Milan, Italy:

- International MBA (Global Business and Sustainability) - 1 year, starts September 2012

- Master of Corporate Communication - 1 year, starts September 2012

- Master in Banking and Finance - 2 years, starts September 2012

- Master in Economics - 2 years, starts September 2012

- Master in International Relations - 1 year, starts January 2013

- Master in International Cooperation and Development - 1 year, starts January 2013

Partial Scholarship only:

- Master in International Management - 2 years, starts September 2012

All applicants will automatically be considered for a full or partial scholarship. 

A full scholarship consists of a tuition fee waiver and free accommodation at UCSC student apartments. 

Partial scholarships consist of a 25-75% tuition fee reduction. 

Students will be responsible for their own international travel to/from Italy as well as for their other living expenses (see website for costs of living in Milan).

12 Full and 60 partial scholarships are available for applicants from Africa.

Admission requirements include completion of at least a Bachelor Degree (2nd Class Honours or higher, or equivalent) from a recognized university and IELTS 6.0 or equivalent if English is not the official language in your country. 

For the MBA at least three years of work experience is required.

For more information and to access the application form visit:

www.ucscinternational.it/africa-scholarship

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Country Manager (Uganda) Job Vacancy in Kampala

Country Manager - Uganda

a unique opportunity fora sales & marketing professional

Our client, a highly successful marketing company, which is part of a large group with diversified business interests, wishes to further improve the management of its business in Uganda so as to achieve planned business growth and profitability.

Based in Kampala, the holder of this position will lead the country team in implementing the company's strategic plan, achieving agreed targets in market expansion, raising customer satisfaction and improving profitability.

Key duties and responsibilities of the position include:-

• Developing & achieving corporate goals and targets in line with the company's strategic plan;
• Formulating and implementing marketing strategies/plans to achieve a higher brand visibility in the Uganda Market;
• Ensuring brand profitability through correct pricing policies and product costing;
• Appointing, developing and managing distributors/agents;
• Developing, setting and achieving sales targets;
• Establishing and maintaining excellent corporate relations;
• Implementing an effective customer care management program;
• Developing, motivating and retaining high calibre staff;
• Managing the supply chain function so as to ensure availability of goods at all times.

We invite applications from holders of a university degree in Commerce or similar discipline, who have at least 8 years sales and marketing experience, 3 of which must be at manager level. 

Preference will be given to candidates who have achieved notable success in the Uganda market. 

The proven ability to build and lead winning teams to not only achieve but also exceed set targets will be a key selection factor. 

Applicants should be highly energetic and innovative, have well developed communication skills, a warm outgoing personality and a high level of self confidence.

Our client will offer an attractive remuneration package designed to reward the achievement of the company's goals; there are excellent opportunities for further career development within the group. 

Ref No: 112/CY/FN

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specification: quoting job Ref. No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

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yuMobile Sales Jobs in Kenya

Are you self-motivated, energized and young?

yuMobile, the revolutionary telecommunications service provider, needs you to push sales on a commission basis all across Kenya.

Do you have what it takes?

Talk to us if you live in the following regions:

Nairobi: 0753 333 659

Mombasa: 0751 110 071

Migero & Isebania: 0753 333 455

Kisumu: 0750 657 860

Call by 31st October 2011

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Alliance Girls High School Jobs in Kikuyu Kenya

Alliance Girls High School seeks to recruit competent persons for the following positions:-
1. Plumber

Qualification and Experience

• Certificate in plumbing from a reputable institution.
  
  
• Must have three years experience.
• Aged between 35 – 45 years.
• K.C.S.E with at least a mean grade of C (plain).

2. Driver

Qualification and Experience

• Grade B,C,E
• Experience 10 years
• Aged 35 years and above
• K.C.S.E with at least a mean grade D+ (plus)

3. Store Keeper

Qualification and Experience

• Certificate in supplies and management
• Must be computer literate
• Age between 30-35 years
• Must have three years experience
• K.C.S.E with at least a mean grade of C (plain).

Application along with copies of academic and professional certificates, an up-to-date CV and contacts of three referees should reach the school on or before 31st October 2011.

Letters should be addressed to:

The Chairperson,
Personnel Committee,
Alliance Girls High School,
P.O. Box 109 – 00902,
Kikuyu

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Mathira Water & Sanitation Company Jobs in Kenya

Board of Directors for Mathira Water and Sanitation Company are seeking to recruit suitably qualified Kenya Citizens to fill the following vacant posts.
Technical Manager 

1 Post

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Managing Director.
  
  
• Planning, designing and implementation of water projects.
• Maintenance of water rising mains, services lines, sewerage pumping station, oxidation ponds, water treatment plant and meter maintenance workshops.
• Planning, controlling and co-ordinating the company Technical operations and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
• Planning, designing, implementation and management of all major and minor water and sanitation projects
• Maintenance of all company technical records and designs
• Capable of developing departmental staff on Technical skills, culture change, customer relations, training and formulating staff motivation policies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate should have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Applicants with at least seven (7) years experience preferably in water and sewerage utility operations will have an added advantage
• The candidate should have a good demonstration of project management skills with adequate experience in operation and maintenance.
• The Board expects the suitable candidate to be highly innovative, team player, a person of proven integrity, self driven and motivated
• The candidate should be people oriented and have a demonstrated leadership qualities with high need for achievement.
• Below 45 years of age

Assistant Technical Manager 

2 Posts

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise installation and replacement of all distribution network extensions
• Ensure that prompt leakage repairs are done expeditiously in accordance with set standards and in the most economical manner.
• Determine the work tools and materials needed and ensure that they are readily available
• Supervise installation, servicing and replacement of all meters
• Supervise work in the field and ascertain proper usage of materials.
• Prepare water supply monthly inspection reports
• Assign duties to plumbers and water attendants
• Train and motivate the staff being supervised

Knowledge and Skills

• Higher National Diploma in Water Technology
• 6 years experience in operating and maintaining a water supply infrastructure
• Suitable candidate to be highly innovative, team player, a person of proven integrity, self driven and motivated.
• The candidate should be people oriented and have a demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Below 40 years of age

Water Production and Quality Standards Officer

1 Post

The Water Production and Quality Standards Officer will carry out chemical analysis, media preparation; maintenance of laboratory records; storage, collection and preparation of samples and specimens; diagnostics work; and any other duties assigned by the Technical Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze water and sewerage samples on a regular basis to ensure treated water meets the set quality standards and specifications
• Maintain test records and advising the production team on the quality levels and requesting them to take corrective action as appropriate
• Collect samples and specimen on regular basis and preparing media as required
• Ensure smooth operations in the water treatment works
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and tools and reporting malfunctions of the same
• Prepare accurate and timely reports

Knowledge and Skills

• Higher National Diploma in Water Production Technology
• Knowledge in water and effluent quality testing
• Six (6) years experience working in similar position in a water/sewerage treatment facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong interpersonal and administrative skills
• Below 40 years of age

Interested candidates should forward their applications with updated C.Vs. and copies of education and professional qualifications, indicating day time telephone contacts and three professional referees, and expected salary. 

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 11th November, 2011.

The Managing Director
Mathira Water and Sanitation Company Ltd
P O Box 1981 - 10101
Karatina

Canvassing will lead to automatic dismissal

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Mathira Water & Sanitation Company Jobs in Kenya

Board of Directors for Mathira Water and Sanitation Company are seeking to recruit suitably qualified Kenya Citizens to fill the following vacant posts.
Technical Manager 

1 Post

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Managing Director.
  
  
• Planning, designing and implementation of water projects.
• Maintenance of water rising mains, services lines, sewerage pumping station, oxidation ponds, water treatment plant and meter maintenance workshops.
• Planning, controlling and co-ordinating the company Technical operations and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
• Planning, designing, implementation and management of all major and minor water and sanitation projects
• Maintenance of all company technical records and designs
• Capable of developing departmental staff on Technical skills, culture change, customer relations, training and formulating staff motivation policies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate should have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Applicants with at least seven (7) years experience preferably in water and sewerage utility operations will have an added advantage
• The candidate should have a good demonstration of project management skills with adequate experience in operation and maintenance.
• The Board expects the suitable candidate to be highly innovative, team player, a person of proven integrity, self driven and motivated
• The candidate should be people oriented and have a demonstrated leadership qualities with high need for achievement.
• Below 45 years of age

Assistant Technical Manager 

2 Posts

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise installation and replacement of all distribution network extensions
• Ensure that prompt leakage repairs are done expeditiously in accordance with set standards and in the most economical manner.
• Determine the work tools and materials needed and ensure that they are readily available
• Supervise installation, servicing and replacement of all meters
• Supervise work in the field and ascertain proper usage of materials.
• Prepare water supply monthly inspection reports
• Assign duties to plumbers and water attendants
• Train and motivate the staff being supervised

Knowledge and Skills

• Higher National Diploma in Water Technology
• 6 years experience in operating and maintaining a water supply infrastructure
• Suitable candidate to be highly innovative, team player, a person of proven integrity, self driven and motivated.
• The candidate should be people oriented and have a demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Below 40 years of age

Water Production and Quality Standards Officer

1 Post

The Water Production and Quality Standards Officer will carry out chemical analysis, media preparation; maintenance of laboratory records; storage, collection and preparation of samples and specimens; diagnostics work; and any other duties assigned by the Technical Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze water and sewerage samples on a regular basis to ensure treated water meets the set quality standards and specifications
• Maintain test records and advising the production team on the quality levels and requesting them to take corrective action as appropriate
• Collect samples and specimen on regular basis and preparing media as required
• Ensure smooth operations in the water treatment works
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and tools and reporting malfunctions of the same
• Prepare accurate and timely reports

Knowledge and Skills

• Higher National Diploma in Water Production Technology
• Knowledge in water and effluent quality testing
• Six (6) years experience working in similar position in a water/sewerage treatment facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong interpersonal and administrative skills
• Below 40 years of age

Interested candidates should forward their applications with updated C.Vs. and copies of education and professional qualifications, indicating day time telephone contacts and three professional referees, and expected salary. 

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 11th November, 2011.

The Managing Director
Mathira Water and Sanitation Company Ltd
P O Box 1981 - 10101
Karatina

Canvassing will lead to automatic dismissal

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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