Kenya Literature Bureau Jobs Oct 2012

Kenya Literature Bureau is a leading Publishing and Printing firm in Kenya. We are committed to publishing and printing of quality educational and knowledge materials at affordable prices. 

The Bureau is seeking qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions based in Head office and County Level: -

1 . Manager, Internal Audit KLB 9 

(1 position) Job Ref. HR-AIM-2-O1 2
He/ she will report to the Managing Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Control and supervise operations of the Internal Audit of the Kenya Literature Bureau.
• Ensure maintenance of high Audit standards within the Kenya Literature Bureau.
• Set audit priorities and prepare an annual Audit plan.
• Execute compliance Audits.
• Advice management on improvement of internal processes and process risk control.
• Perform adhoc audits on request by internal or external parties and after approval by the Managing Director.
• Supervise and manage internal audit team and ensure optimal use of resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or relevant area.
• Be a holder of CPA (K).
• Be a member of ICPAK.
• Have worked for a minimum period of eight years in a reputable organization, five of which must be in a senior management position.
• Be computer literate.
• Possession of MBA degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.

2. Assistant Supply Chain Manager KLB 8 

(7 positions) Job Ref. HR-ASCM-1-012
He/ she will report to the Supply Chain Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide effective supply chain services to the Bureau by advising the management through the Supply Chain Manager.
• Selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors to promote good procurement practices with due regard to sustainable, ethical, purchasing standards and whole life costing.
• Responsible for imprest purchases, procurement and proper storage, accommodation, security and safe custody of stores and stock control.
• Ensure that stock taking and disposal of unserviceable and obsolete stores is carried out in an appropriate manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in social sciences plus a Diploma in supplies management from a recognized institution.
• Five (5) years experience at senior management level in a reputable organization
• Must have sound knowledge on Public Procurement Oversight Authority Act
• Must be computer literate.
• Possession of MBA degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.

3. Sales Executives 

(Commission Basis) - KLB 5 (47 positions)
Job Ref. HR- ESRC-3-012

He/she will report to the Field Sales and Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive sales ofvarious titles to ensure overall target is achieved in the county
• Submitting regular sales and intelligence reports
• Provide quality and timely feedback to the market development team.
• Manage customer accounts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in social sciences or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• Post graduate Diploma in sales and marketing from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• At least two (2) years experience in sales and marketing or as sale representative in reputable firm.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
•  Must be computer literate (Ms Office).
• . Must be a resident in the identified county.

4. Printing Sales Representative KLB 5 

(5 positions) Job Ref. HR-PSR-4-O1 2
He/she will report to the Production Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To prospect new clients and grow the business
• Visit business establishment to solicitjobs for printing
• To develop customer database and update the same through new leads or business establishment.
• Drive sales process from quotation to closing
• Prepare weekly printing sales reports and action plans.
• Manage customer accounts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in printing technology or relevant area. Or
• Higher Diploma in printing technology plus a diploma in sales and marketing from a recognised institution.
• At least three(3) years experience in printing from reputable firm
• Possess excellent customer handling skills.
• Knowledge on estimation for printers.
• Be computer literate.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send an application letter enclosing a comprehensive CV, Photocopies of relevant Certificates and testimonials, together with telephone contacts, e-mail address and Names of three (3) referees to:

The Managing Director
Kenya Literature Bureau
RO. Box 30022 — 001 00 GPO, Nairobi
E-mail to vacancies@kenyaliteraturebureau.com
Website: www.kenyaliteraturebureau.com

Kenya Literature Bureau is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should reach the above address on or before 1 5th November 2012.