KCB - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, TRADE FINANCE: JOB REF CORP 05/2011

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Trade Finance, this position will increase trade finance
business across the group through marketing for international trade business, branch support,
trade procedure refinement and mitigate trade related risks

Key Responsibilities:
Marketing and market intelligence
Creation of business ideas and opportunities i.e. participate in trade fora and conferences in
search of business
Give technical support to the KCB Subsidiaries on trade products and services.
Regular visits to the subsidiaries in pursuit of regional business.
Provide Client advisory services on Trade Finance products
Making recommendations and guidance to the Group on trade related products
Trade Finance procedure refinement in consultation with the Senior Manager, Trade
Finance
Deal origination, structuring and placement of trade facilities that are of structured nature
Product training to bank staff across the Group on Trade Finance products

Qualifications/Experience:
University Degree in a business related field, a postgraduate degree will be an added
advantage
AKIB/ACIB/CPA Qualifications will be an advantage
3-5 years experience in trade finance operations
Demonstrated experience in structured trade finance in a financial institution
Good knowledge of the bank’s products
Expert knowledge of trade finance products
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good networking and negotiation skills

The above positions are demanding roles which the bank will provide a competitive package for
the successful candidates. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the
criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current
position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job
title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke. To be considered your application
must be received by 22nd
July 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Kenya forest services - Business Development and Marketing

Head: Business Development and Marketing
1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS PE/BDM/01/09

Reporting to the Deputy Director Corporate Service, the position holder will coordinate the
development of policies and strategies for marketing and business development in the Service,
management of marketing and Business Development functions.

The job holder will also be required to harmonize the operations of all the business units in KFS
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing strategies and policies for business development
and marketing
• Ensure development of new tourism products and determining the appropriate pricing and
marketing strategies that can optimize benefits
• Developing and overseeing the new market/ business opportunities and developing new
revenue streams for KFS
• Develop and ensure implementation of effective customer service mechanisms that ensure
responsiveness to customer expectations
• Ensure implementation of appropriate systems to develop and manage KFS business
facilities that meet customer expectations
Required Qualifications and experience

Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters degree with a specialization in marketing, strategic management or related
disciplines from a recognized university.
• 5 years of progressive work experience, 3 of which should be in marketing division at a
senior management position in a large public or private organization
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
• Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing Business and Marketing
Strategies
• Proven computer proficiency

How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts
and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or
before Wednesday 23rd September, 2009.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resource Manager,
Kenya Forest Service,
P.O. Box 30513-00100 Nairobi.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & CONSULTANCY SERVICES MANAGER

Reporting to the Deputy Principal the Business Development & Consultancy Manager will be responsible for providing technical leadership in strategic business development for the College.

Key responsibilities:

• Initiate and oversee the implementation of commercialization strategies in line with the College’s mandate.
• Formulate and ensure implementation of strategies to grow the business.
• Investigate, evaluate, develop and advise on business initiatives.
• Build and maintain relations with relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and implement an Information Management System that provide among other client
specified reports.
• Maintain open communication channels with all key stakeholders.
• Develop business plans to support new and emerging business development initiatives.

Applicants for the above post must have:

• A Master’s degree in Business Administration or Economics or any other relevant field with at least ten (10) years relevant experience in a busy commercial environment three (3) of which must be at senior level.
• Financial skills including the management of margins and profitability.
• Strong organizational, managerial, negotiating and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of public sector reforms.
• An understanding of the strategic direction and goals of the organization and how to intertwine
business needs with these goals.
• A qualification in Project Management will be an added advantage.


The terms of service for the above posts include an attractive remuneration package, membership to a contributory retirement benefit scheme for self and family, staff insurance among others.

How to Apply:
Written applications accompanied by copies of certificates and curriculum vitae giving details of current employment and remuneration package should be addressed in confidence to:

The Principal
Kenya Utalii College
P. O. Box 31052, 00600
NAIROBI

to reach not later than 7th September 2009. Applications can also be made on line to: principal@utalii.co.ke.

Kenya Utalii College - Lecturer (Hospitality Management)

LECTURER’S - (HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT) - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT (2 POSTS)
Reporting to the Head of Business Administration Department, the lecturer will be responsible for delivering academic programmes.

Key Responsibilities:
• Teaching Hospitality Marketing, Behavioural Science, Human Relations, Administration and
Management,
• Developing and Conduct tailor made Hospitality and Tourism Courses for industry participants.
• Develop, Review and Implement the curricula.
• Undertake research in the area of specialization.

Applicants for the above post must have:

• A Masters degree in Hospitality Management
• At least three (3) years teaching experience preferably in tertiary level institution and two (2) years

working experience in the Hospitality industry. The terms of service for the above posts include an attractive remuneration package, membership to a contributory retirement benefit scheme for self and family, staff insurance among others.

How to Apply:
Written applications accompanied by copies of certificates and curriculum vitae giving details of current employment and remuneration package should be addressed in confidence to:

The Principal
Kenya Utalii College
P. O. Box 31052, 00600
NAIROBI

to reach not later than 7th September 2009. Applications can also be made on line to: principal@utalii.co.ke.