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We are pleased to announce the following vacancies within Executive Business Analysis and PMO Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

1. Manager- Projects
Ref -M P– JUNE-11


Reporting to the Senior Manager -Programs, the successful candidate will be responsible to oversee and manage the development/enhancement of products and services though the gate process and Development of department processes and procedures

Key Responsibilities

    * Ensure all products/project development processes are followed, documented and signed-off for all products developed across the business.
    * Projects (Capex & Products) alignment across the business.
    * Champion the development of the innovation strategy and roadmap in conjunction with the respective SBU’s.
    * Ensure planned Projects are delivered on time and within budget.
    * Undertake project/product post-launch reviews.
    * Report projects progress on a Weekly basis.

Minimum Requirements

    * Bachelors Degree in business or Technical field – Engineering or Information Technology from a recognized university;
    * At least 3 years work experience in project management with experience to line management or senior engineer level
    * Experience in managing multiple projects (6 – 12 month duration) simultaneously from start to finish.
    * Good understanding of financial principles, financial ratios with ability to interpret standard financial statements;
    * Good understanding of regulatory framework for mobile operations particularly in the Kenyan environment;
    * Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills;
    * Project Management skills
    * Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.

2. Senior Manager - Business Analysis
Ref-SM – BA – JUNE-11

Reporting to the Executive Business Analyst & PMO, the successful candidate will be responsible for continuously reviewing Company Wide processes to ensure efficiencies are achieved. This role will be the lead of Company Wide business analytics.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

    * Lead Company wide business analytics by continuously reviewing all business analytical tools to ensure that they support business information needs.
    * Prepare detailed Company performance insights and suggest improvements to enable the Executive team make accurate decisions.
    * Review company wide business processes to achieve desired efficiencies.
    * Continuously research on the new/emerging business opportunities.
    * Lead due diligence for all new business proposals.
    * Lead integration of new businesses.
    * Drive the company’s cost agenda in line with Safaricom 2.0 aspirations.
    * Responsible for preparation of executive presentations.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

    * A Bachelors Degree, in Economics, BCOM, Engineering or IT from a recognized University.
    * CPA, ACCA CA /CFA qualifications
    * At least 5 years experience in business analysis and/or performance management and reporting from a reputable organization preferably in FMCG environment.
    * Prior experience in Mergers and Acquisitions will be a distinct advantage.
    * High level knowledge of MS Office applications
    * Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills;
    * Attention to details and result oriented;
    * Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.

3. Senior Credit Controller
FIN – CC – JUNE- 2011

Reporting to the Principal Credit Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following;

    * Debt management on assigned debtor’s portfolio;
    * Reconciliation of customer accounts periodically to ensure prompt payment receipts hence increase company’s cash flow;
    * Ensure that collection plans milestones affect only unpaid accounts;
    * Ensure that customers who have payment plans re not affected by the collection plan;
    * Review of the periodic high balance reports and bars where necessary;
    * Management of disconnected and overdue on the assigned accounts through discussions with customers on payment plans;
    * Recommend and prepare the accounts to be handed over to debt collection agencies and lawyers.

Minimum Requirements:

    * A Bachelors of Commerce Degree from a recognized university;
    * Professional accounting certification e.g. CPA (K), ACA or ACCA will be an added advantage;
    * Relevant professional qualification in credit management preferably a Diploma in Credit Management;
    * At least 5 years work experience in Credit and/or Risk Management in a busy commercial environment;
    * Computer proficiency and ability to operate integrated accounting software and Oracle Financials;
    * High resilience and have impeccable character with good communication skills;
    * Excellent report writing skills;
    * Have a positive approach to ensuring complete customer satisfaction;
    * Highly innovative, with excellent analytical skills and ability to meet stringent deadlines.

If you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below by Thursday 16th June 2011

Senior Manager,
Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited,
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke