Our God is a Healer

Claris Ojwang: We Miss you and with Faith, we Hold on.

When I learnt about Claris’s story via one of the TV station in Kenya, I was deeply moved. Especially because her experience is something that can happen to any woman, to any mom. It could have happened to my sister to my love. It could have happened to my sister, to my friend, to my colleague. It could have happened to you.

Claris Ojwang

But who is Claris, you ask?
In February this year, Claris Ojwang, 26, was beaming with joy as she and her husband anticipated the birth of their second born. Two weeks to her due date, her husband George accompanied her for an ante-natal visit. Despite her swollen feet, which are characteristic of many pregnancies at that stage, the doctor assured the couple that all was well, though he recommended bed rest for Claris.
But the following day, things went awry. While resting at home, Claris suddenly collapsed and after being rushed to hospital, underwent an emergency CS where her second son, Henry Jude was born. Today, Henry Jude is a bouncing, healthy five month old boy. But sadly, the same cannot be said of his mom. Claris slipped into a coma after the birth of her second born.
Claris had developed pre-eclampsia, a life-threatening pregnancy related condition whose symptoms include high blood pressure, accompanied by protein levels in the urine. Pre-eclampsia usually appears during the second half of pregnancy, and it can be fatal.

Claris's husband George and their two sons.

Today, Claris continues to fight for her life in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) of Aga Khan Hospital, Nairobi. She has never laid her yes on her son Henry Jude, she has never held him in her arms; he has never suckled from her breasts. Thankfully though, Jude is well taken care of by his father George Ojwang, who has taken to playing the roles of both mom and dad to their two sons – Henry Jude and three-year old Haroun James. All three of them terribly miss the woman in their lives –Claris’s warmth, cheer and laughter. As days go by, they pray and hope that she will recover and return home to them.
Let’s continue praying for Claris’s recovery, and supporting her husband and two boys in any way that we can. So far, she has undergone more than 10 surgeries, and with her hospital bills continuing to soar, George has basically exhausted the family’s savings for these purposes. This, after the insurance company informed him that they would not chip in because his wife’s ailment was pregnancy-related.
So if you’re in a position to help George meet part of the bill, then you’re most welcome to. How can you do so?

The Claris medical bill T-shirts for sale. Available in colors red and black.

There are T-shirts for sale at Ksh 1,200 which can be purchased from the Trendy Mums shop located on the ground floor of Cameo Cinema, Kenyatta Avenue or at the Trendy Mums shop at Remax Shopping Village, Argwings Kodhek rd.
Or you can place your order by calling George on 0721 261 617 or Bernard on 0700 074 448.
You can also MPESA her husband George Ojwang on 0721 261 617
Also note that there will be a fundraising on Tuesday 31 July 2012 at Charter Hall, beginning at 5.30pm.
You can read Clairis’s full story as published in the Daily Nation here.

Wishing Claris a quick recovery

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Senior Accountant.
Location- Nairobi.
Overall Purpose of the Job
To maintain books of account, update them regularly, provide timely report, as well as account for company’s asset, liabilities, revenue and expenses.
Experience
    Work experience of at 5 years (3 years of which have been with an insurance
    Brokerage in a similar position)
    Should have auditing experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
    Monitor and prepare reconciliations for all underwriters’ outstandings on a monthly basis to ensure that the correct/accurate amounts are paid out. This will also involve the following up of credit notes from them.
    Check the bank reconciliations that are prepared by the other members of the accounts department and ensure that all reconciliations are done timely.
    Query with the bank any unnecessary/extra-ordinary/unknown charges by the banks.
    Check reports prepared for monitoring expenses e.g. motor vehicle, etc
    Check all payment vouchers before giving in them for authorization to the Finance & Adm. Manager to ensure that they are complete with all attachments and accurate.
    Post the nominal ledger for all the companies in the group on a regular basis.
    Prepare a monthly Trial balance for each company.
    Prepare monthly expense reports in the formats agreed.
    Monitor the preparation of various schedules and prepare the file for external audit purposes.
    Prepare the forms and check that payments are made for all statutory deductions on a regular basis and ensure.
    Prepare the annual application for the brokerage licence from the Commissioner of insurance’s offices. This would involve preparation of all supporting schedules and returns.
    Apply for and renew all other licences and legal formalities required for the organization.
    Maintain an up-dated register of all the assets in the company.
    Monitor the filing for the entire accounts department and ensure that it is up to date at all times.
    Follow up the underwriting staff and clients for premium collection.
    Carry out regular audits of motor certificates to ensure that they have been properly issued, accounted for and the client debited.
    Monitor the daily bankings and ensure that all cheques/cash is banked immediately and posted to the relevant accounts.
    Check and monitor that the all the other accounts staff are carrying out their duties and responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
    Negotiate the rates with various premium finance rate houses and ensure the Company gets the most economical one.
    Monitor and supervise the front desk lady and the dispatch department.
    Any other duties assigned by the Management from time to time.

Key Result Areas and Accountabilities
    Up to date postings for all books of account.
    Efficient and effective accounts department that runs on its own with little supervision.
    Efficient and effective reception and dispatch department.
    Timely reports for decision making.
    Zero fines and penalties for timely submission of statutory obligations/formalities.

Knowledge & Skills
Education
    Qualified accountant – CPA or equivalent.
    Full computer literacy.
    Good communication and analytical skills

Experience
    Work experience of at 5 years (3 years of which have been with an insurance
    Brokerage in a similar position)
    Should have auditing experience.

Application Closing Date:  15th August 2012.
If  you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to hr@starlit.co.ke

ACCOUNTS CLERK NEEDED

World Concern Development Organization is a Christian global relief and development agency whose supporters’ faith compels them to extend opportunity and hope to people facing the most profound human challenges of extreme poverty.
We serve nearly 6 million people in 18 countries, focusing on food security, child protection, education, maternal and child health, microfinance, vocational training, clean water and sanitation and disaster response.
Position: Accounts Clerk
Location: Nairobi
Reports To: Regional Finance Manager
Supervises: None
Length of Contract: one year
Purpose: Process all accounts payable functions including Kenya Shilling petty cash for Nairobi based staff. Provide general support to the accounts department.

Responsibilities:
    Paying out petty cash requests in Kenya Shillings.
    Making sure the Kenya shillings petty cash float is sufficient to avoid inconveniences to staff.
    Preparing petty cash reports for replenishment purposes.
    Facilitating bank withdrawals of cash requests that are above authorized petty cash limits.
    Liaising with logistics on matter relating to cash withdrawals and monies that are to be sent to the field.
    Making sure enough controls are kept in matters relating to cash.
    Receiving invoices daily, stamping the approval stamp and distributing to the relevant Country Directors for approval.
    Following up of the invoices from the Country Directors.
    Preparation of cheque requests and writing of cheques for review by the Accounts Assistant.
    Passing on the signed cheques to front desk or logistics for onward transmission to suppliers.
    Filing the accounting documents.
    Initiate instruction letters to banks and money transfer service providers.
    Distributing monthly staff GIK Vouchers.
    Ensuring the availability of checkbooks and petty cash voucher books.
    Working in conjunction with country accountants on various issues.
    Any other duty as directed by the Country Accountants.

Qualifications & Experience
    CPAK/ACCA holder from a recognized institution with a minimum of one year experience in a similar position.
    Familiarity with not-for-profit Accounting systems will be required.
    Experience working with an NGO or UN agencies an added advantage.
    Above average functional knowledge of MS Office suit.
    Strong analytical and writing skills.
    Ability to work in and contribute to an environment for effective team functioning and building.
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili.

Measurability
    Fulfill functions as listed above.
    Accuracy and utility of financial activities
    Ability to manage and resolve conflicts in a mutually respectful manner
    Maintain a positive and constructive attitude.
    Operate within World Concern communications standards for timeliness.

Working conditions/ Environment
    The position is based in the WC Africa office, Nairobi.
    The Nairobi office has a multicultural international work environment.
    The office is open Monday-Friday between 7.30 a.m.-4 p.m.
    The job may require the person to work extra hours to meet deadlines

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications, updated CV detailing their experience for the post, current email and phone contacts and three referees to worldconcernhr@wcdro.org by 8th August, 2012.

Those who will not have heard from us by 15th August, 2012 should consider themselves unsuccessful

UNDERWATER TOURISM

Construction will soon begin in Dubai for the Water Discus, the first five-star underwater hotel.

As Richard Branson and James Cameron make high-profile submarine dives deep into the ocean and millionaires purchase luxury subs to sit on the decks of their yachts, a growing interest in underwater tourism is fueling a number of out-of-this-world projects.

 What a suite will look like at the Water Discus hotel.“People have always been fascinated with what’s underwater,” said Bruce Jones, president of Triton and U.S. Submarines Inc., which is building what hopes to be the world’s first underwater resort in Fiji. Jones, however, has some competition to serve this new booming market.

With the announcement in May that Dubai will also build an underwater hotel, the Water Discus, the race to become the first underwater five-star destination grows fierce. The Dubai proposal will have 21 rooms at least 30 feet below the surface in a giant disc. A disc above the water will have recreational facilities – a spa, garden, and a swimming pool. Other discs will house a helipad and diving center and emergency flotation pods, with a central shaft connecting the upper and lower levels, making the complex look like a spaceship.
The entire hotel can also be raised above the water in event of an evacuation or for repairs – and should tourism go south in Dubai, it can be towed somewhere else.
Dubai previously planned to build the $300 million Hydropolis – a 250-suite underwater resort. But that project collapsed during the economic downturn. This current proposal, backed by Dubai construction company Drydocks World, Swiss brokerage firm BIG Invest Consult, and designed by Poland’s Deep Ocean Technology, will cost between just $50 and $120 million. It's the first of many planned for the region. FOR MORE... click
 http://travel.yahoo.com/ideas/underwater-tourism--there-s-nowhere-to-go-but-down.html;_ylt=Ah0Poi3drjwqabyOr3WmW0Xc6cB_;_ylu=X3oDMTIwc25tZmpjBG1pdAN0cmF2ZWwgSWRlYXMgQXJ0aWNsZSBib2R5BHBvcwMzBHNlYwNNZWRpYUFydGljbGVCb2R5QXNzZW1ibHk-;_ylg=X3oDMTNkcWxpNjk0BGludGwDdXMEbGFuZwNlbi11cwRwc3RhaWQDNTliNzcyODEtZGQwZC0zNTAzLThhZTEtZjQ1NGM1YzYwNzU0BHBzdGNhdAN0cmF2ZWxpZGVhc3x0cmF2ZWxhcnRpY2xlcwRwdANzdG9yeXBhZ2U-;_ylv=3?page=1

ACCOUNTANT

A Manufacturing Company based in Industrial Area (Nairobi) seeks to fill the following positions:
Accountant
Qualifications

    Age 30-35 years.

    Bachelor of commerce degree in Accounting/Finance

    be a qualified Accountant with  CPA(Ks) or ACCA
    5 Years relevant experience.

    The ability to work meticulously and accurately and meet strict deadlines.

    Excellent written and oral communication skills.

    Good working knowledge in Microsoft suite.
Field / Counter Salesman
Qualifications:
    Age 30-35 Years
    Degree or Diploma in sales and marketing
    5 years relevant experience
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
    Must be presentable, have excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Must be of high integrity and possess a good work ethics.
    Clean driving license
Interested and qualified candidates should send applications CV. copies of Certificates and contact details of three professional referees before 3rd August, 2012 to the following e-mail address: aal@sivoko.biz
or post to:
Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box 58855-00200.
Nairob

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT JOB

Senior accountant( Gross Salary; 80k-100k)

Our client, a  premier company in interiors construction wishes to recruit a senior accountant.
The successful candidate will be expected to support the accounting department operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Ensuring the necessary statements ( trial balance, profit & loss account, balance sheet, debtors list, creditors list etc ) are produced after bookkeeping is done
•Ensure VAT returns, NSSF, NHIF and PAYE are filed before due date
•Managing work allocation for the Accounting team
•Planning and ensuring deadlines are met
•Review of work carried out by Assistants
•collection of debts
•Developing team spirit and providing able leadership to Accounting team
•Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be bestowed upon by the management from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience
•Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
•CPA (K)
•5+ years experience in Accounting
•Proven Account Management skills required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Handles stressful situations and deadlines pressures well
•Must have basic computer skills ie MS Word and MS Excel.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience,  please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title Senior accountant( Gross Salary; 80k-100k) on the email subject to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke.
Our website www.corporatestaffing.co.ke
Please indicate current or last salary.

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Westlands
Nairobi.
 
N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database 

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT VACANCY

Senior Accountant 
(1 -Position)
Pepsi Co is the second largest food & beverage business in the world. SBC (K) Ltd has set up a world class manufacturing plant in Nairobi and shall be manufacturing and distributing well-known and widely consumed brands of soft drinks that include Pepsi, 7UP, Minnda, Evervess and Mountain Dew.
Our Vision is to become one of Kenya’s most admired companies while our Mission is to grow our business ethically and serve our customers and trade partners with uncompromising Integrity.

We hereby invite applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, experienced and results driven candidates with proven track record to fill the above position. Duties will include;
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the senior accountant shall ensure integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, entering transactions and carrying out periodic stock taking and accounting reconciliations.
He/she will assist in development, implementation and maintenance of robust internal financial controls and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience
    Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounts or business related field.
    Certified Public Accountant, C.P.A (K).
    At least 5years relevant work experience.
    Knowledge of computerized accounting software required.
    Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
    Attention to Detail, Deadline-Oriented, Confidentiality & Thoroughness.
    Highly effective multi- tasking skills, with ability to co-ordinate, prioritize and organize workload and meet deadlines.
If you believe that excellence is not an act but a habit, then please send your application letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager via Email: recruitment@sbckenya.com.

Please include your current and expected remuneration package.
Deadline: August 3,2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SBC Kenya Ltd is an “equal opportunity” employer and will consider all applicants on the basis of merit 

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Administrative Assistant-Front Desk 
 
(1-Position)
Pepsi Co is the second largest food & beverage business in the world. SBC (K) Ltd has set up a world class manufacturing plant in Nairobi and shall be manufacturing and distributing well-known and widely consumed brands of soft drinks that include Pepsi, 7UP, Minnda, Evervess and Mountain Dew.
Our Vision is to become one of Kenya’s most admired companies while our Mission is to grow our business ethically and serve our customers and trade partners with uncompromising Integrity.

We hereby invite applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, experienced and results driven candidates with proven track record to fill the above positions:

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating all in-coming and out-going communication/records with key attention to both internal and external customers and providing the first positive image of the company.

Qualifications & Experience
    Diploma in Public Relations/ Customer Care/ Marketing/Front Office, Degree in Social Sciences is a definite advantage.
    Strictly 3-5 years’ experience as a Receptionist/Front Office in a Fast Paced business environment, relating with people of different backgrounds, race, religion, nationalities.
    Should be well versed with a telephone switchboard.
    Computer literacy in MS Office- Excel, Word, Power point (very essential).
    The candidate should be highly motivated with a”can do”attitude and have a passion for success and detail.
    A crisp Clear Neutral Accent,

If you believe that excellence is not an act but a habit, then please send your application letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager via Email: recruitment@sbckenya.com.

Please include your current and expected remuneration package.
Deadline: August 3,2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SBC Kenya Ltd is an “equal opportunity” employer and will consider all applicants on the basis of merit

PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Executive Admin Assistant/Personal Assistant

Pepsi Co is the second largest food & beverage business in the world. SBC (K) Ltd has set up a world class manufacturing plant in Nairobi and shall be manufacturing and distributing well-known and widely consumed brands of soft drinks that include Pepsi, 7UP, Minnda, Evervess and Mountain Dew.
Our Vision is to become one of Kenya’s most admired companies while our Mission is to grow our business ethically and serve our customers and trade partners with uncompromising Integrity.

We hereby invite applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, experienced and results driven candidates with proven track record to fill the following positions:
Reporting to the Country General Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for effectively coordinating the executive duties in an organized, dynamic and professional manner.

Qualifications & Experience
    A Diploma in Secretarial, Administration or a field related to office administration and management is essential. Degree in secretarial studies is definite advantage.
    At least 3 years of administrative experience as a personal assistant to a senior executive.
    Computer literacy (Microsoft Office & Internet) is essential.
    Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
    Confidential and discreet.
    Ability to work independently and to maintain flexibility in working hours.
    Planning and Organising — Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner.
If you believe that excellence is not an act but a habit, then please send your application letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager via Email: recruitment@sbckenya.com.

Please include your current and expected remuneration package.
Deadline: August 3,2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SBC Kenya Ltd is an “equal opportunity” employer and will consider all applicants on the basis of merit. 

Man City consider Wanyama

Man City consider Wanyama bid as they wait for Van Persie developments

Manchester City are monitoring Celtic midfielder Victor Wanyama while they continue to wait on separate developments with Robin van Persie.
The defending Premier League champions have concerns over their defensive midfield position with injured Gareth Barry struggling to make the start of the season and Nigel de Jong looking to leave.
They also want cover for Yaya Toure and see potential in powerful Kenyan Wanyama who has expressed a desire to leave Celtic. The 21-year-old has been watched by Liverpool, Newcastle and QPR.

Open to offers: Victor Wanyama wants out of Celtic and Man City are interested

Meanwhile, the club expect AC Milan and Juventus to firm up interest in Carlos Tevez and Edin Dzeko this week, something which will impact on Van Persie.
However, manager Roberto Mancini said: ‘Both Dzeko and Tevez will stay at City. We are a great team and we try to keep all our great players. It won’t be easy but they will stay here.
‘We still lack a couple of players to reach [the level of] Real Madrid and Barcelona. Also our mentality has to grow season by season.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2174000/Manchester-City-want-Celtics-Victor-Wanyama.html#ixzz20tCVvTFq

SMEP CASHIERS

SMEP Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited, a Christian based MFI regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions of:
Cashiers
Cash/9/7/HRD/2012
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the successful candidate will:   
    Be paying and receiving cash and other cash transactions across the counter as authorized
    Input customer transactions in the Banking system
    Attend to customer inquiries across the counter
    Cash and other transaction reconciliation

Qualifications and experience
    AKIB/ACIB/CPA 2 or equivalent qualification. (A Bachelors Degree in any Business related field will be an added advantage)
    One year experience in a busy financial institution in the same capacity
     Must be computer literate
    Be detailed and have strong analytical and monitoring skills. Be highly motivated and have the ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people, be honest, reliable.
    Be willing to work anywhere within the country
    Must be below 30 years.

Other key skills:
High integrity, able to handle both cash and to work under pressure, responsible, confidential, accurate, work with minimum supervision and have good communication skills.

How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” at www.smep.co.ke/opportunities, and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before Friday, 20th July, 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IEBC REGISTRATION CLERKS

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)
Your Vote, Your Future
Vacancies for Registration Clerks (2900 positions)
Applications are invited for temporary positions for registration officials as follows:
Registration Clerks (Biometric Voter Registration- 2 BVR clerks per ward x 1450 County assembly wards (2900 positions)
Reporting to the Constituency Elections Coordinator the clerks will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
    Register voters at the county assembly wards/poling stations within the stipulated period.
    Ensure accurate entry of voter details in the voters register using BVR equipment.
    Ensure safe custody of registration material and BVR equipments during the registration exercise.
    Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the Commission.

Requirements and Qualifications
    KCSE Aggregate C- or Division III and above.
    Must be computer literate.
    Must be of good character and non-partisan.
    Must be available for the entire period of the voter registration exercise.
    Must abide with the provisions of the Electoral Code of Conduct within the period engagement.
    Applicants must be residents of the county assembly ward applied for and must fully complete the application form.
    Incomplete forms will not be processed.

Terms and Conditions
a) The contract will be a short term employment contract for the actual days worked only, initially 30days.
b) Wages will be Kshs. 1000/= for each day worked with no additional benefits or allowances.

Applicants who strictly meet the above requirements should fill the application form online at www.iebc.or.ke/careers

Applications must reach the Commission on or before 29th July 2012.

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)
Anniversary Towers, University Way
P.O. Box 45371-00100, Tel: +254-20-2796000
Email: info@iebc.or.ke
Nairobi, Kenya

SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT VACANCY

The Company
Del Monte Kenya Limited wishes to fill existing vacancy for the position of Senior Financial Accountant.
He or she will join a high achieving management team, in our Finance Department.
The Job
Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting, the person will be responsible for: -
    Processing all manual journals and facilitate month-end financial close and year end procedures.
    Maintain General ledger chart of account and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
    Prepare Company Monthly & Annual Financial Statements and supporting schedules in accordance with IFRS, GAAP and internal policies.
    Managing TREO, Insurance Capital assets ,VAT and Invoicing functions.
    Review Material usage, Labour and Equipment costing.
    Account reconciliation with strict adherence to compliancy with financial reporting and procedures (Sarbanes – Oxley-section 404).

The Person
The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements: -

Essential
    Aged 30 - 35 years.
    Must have a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting/Finance.
    A qualified Accountant with CPA (K) or ACCA.
    5 years relevant experience preferably in a Manufacturing and Agriculture environment.
    The ability to work meticulously and accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Ability to operate with minimum supervision.
    A flexible approach and an ability to work within a team.
    Working knowledge in Microsoft suite and experience in Financial ERP system.

Applications with detailed CV only, indicating current and expected remunerations should be emailed to hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com so as to reach us by Friday 27th July, 2012

MIGUNA MIGUNA ONCE AGAIN

Raila's group asks DPP to charge Miguna

A lobby group allied to Raila Odinga's presidential campaign has asked the Director of Public Prosecutions to open charges against Miguna Miguna over allegations that he is privy to ODM’s participation in the 2008 post-election violence.

The Friends of Raila (Fora) group urged DPP Keriako Tobiko to prosecute Miguna for withholding evidence on the post-election violence.

Speaking at the launch of his book, Peeling Back the Mask, on Saturday, Mr Miguna said he was privy to the ODM campaign strategies and was present when the party declared that the 2007 General Election was a contest of 41 tribes against one.

FORA's legal advisor Anthony Oluoch on Monday rubbished Miguna's book as an exaggerated dossier that is ill timed and malicious.

“If indeed Miguna was aware that some MP’s allied to ODM participated in the post-election violence, why didn't he hand the information to the ICC?” posed Mr Oluoch.

FORA Deputy Patron and Imenti Central MP Gitobu Imanyara urged Raila Odinga not to stoop low by responding to the allegations in Miguna's book

Mr Imanyara termed the publication as a joint PNU/G7 project.

“We are not calling for the banning of the book, we are urging Kenyans to buy it, read and make a decision for themselves,” he said.

FORA took issue with the title of the book, which they say is crafted to give the reader the impression that what the book contains is top secret.

The group asked Mr Odinga not to take any legal action against the book because it does not deserve his attention.

“The book is full of trash and Raila will not sink to Miguna’s level,” Oluoch said.

Kenyans set to enjoy faster Internet speeds

Information and Communications PS, Dr Bitange Ndemo.

In Summary. The government and nine private firms to implement Long Term Evolution network in one year’s time

Kenyans are closer to enjoying fast Internet speeds following the Treasury’s approval of a public-private partnership to implement the network’s roll-out.

Information permanent secretary Bitange Ndemo has said the Treasury last week gave its nod to a consortium of nine private firms in partnership with the government to implement the Long Term Evolution (LTE) network.

“Rolling out LTE should start in a few months. We want to target especially the rural areas that have thus far been technologically marginalised” Dr Ndemo said.

LTE is a fourth generation (4G) mobile network that will provide fast speeds and higher bandwidth for multimedia services .

The roll-out will cost an estimated Sh42 billion. The PS said that some parts of the country will start to enjoy 4G services by the end of this year.

He was speaking in Kikuyu during a site visit of  one of the ICT Board’s Pasha digital villages. He revealed that the nine private firms in the consortium include Kenya’s four main mobile phone operators, hardware manufacturers, Nokia Siemens Networks and Alcatel-Lucent, Kenya Data Networks (KDN), South African mobile operator MTN and an unnamed US telecom firm.

There have been allegations that Kenya’s four mobile operators had been lobbying to exclude the other players from the process. However, Safaricom CEO Bob Collymore denied these allegations. “We are not and have never lobbied for any company to be locked out of the process,” he said.

In 2010, Safaricom signed a three-year Sh12 billion contract with Chinese mobile manufacturer, Huawei, to roll out the 4G network. It is not clear whether these plans will be put on hold

INTERNAL AUDITOR

Internal Auditor (2012/IA)
Professional Area: Finance
Key Roles
Execution, on a test basis, planned audit reviews within the planned time period i.e. evaluation of the operation, adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in mitigating inherent and potential risks of units under review.
Appropriate documentation of audit evidence to support the need for the recommendations proposed.
Development of feasible recommendations as part of corrective action plans to address identified control lapses.
Execution of planned compliance reviews and documentation of exceptions.
Carrying out post audit reviews to ensure implementation of agreed on corrective action plans
Execution of special assignments per the specified terms of reference and planned approach
Continuous review of procedures and policies to ensure that adequate controls are inbuilt t assure achievement of unit objectives.

Required Qualifications and Skills:
    University degree in Business or related discipline.
    Be in possession of a professional qualification of at least CPA part II or its equivalent professional qualification i.e. ACCA
    Sound knowledge of business risk management, Business systems, Product Knowledge, Quality Focus, Problem Solving, Market Knowledge, Documentation Skills, Listening, Phone Skills, Resolving Conflict, Analytical Skill, Multi-tasking
    Must have at least two years working experience in an Audit environment and ability to execute audit assignments in a structured planned approach
    Confident computer user literate in a wide array of Microsoft products, Knowledgeable of Sun accounting, vision and Audit tool Teammate.
    Excellent communication & interpersonal skills with significant ability to affect change outside direct reporting lines

How to apply
Click Here to Apply Online

Window closes on 25th July, 2012

Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited is an equal opportunity employer

AUDIT ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Audit Assistant
The Audit Assistant works under the guidance of the Internal Auditor to review controls and procedures.
He/ She ensure that these procedures are effective, adequate and conform to corporate policies, regulatory guidelines and generally accepted auditing standards.

Key Tasks:
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, he/she will assist in:
    Planning and conducting operational, financial and compliance audits
    Reviewing and evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls.
    Compiling incisive reports on findings and recommendations
    Presenting findings to auditees and management
    Following up on the implementation of audit recommendations
    Provision of consultancy or advisory services and to attend to special ad-hoc audit review works
    Perform analytical review of audit documents
    Review the Authority’s accounting and operating procedures and systems of internal control
    Provide recommendations to the Internal Auditor for improved controls and enhanced business efficiency

Required Qualifications:
    Bachelor’s degree preferably in Commerce, Accounting or Finance
    Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K) and/or Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA)
    Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
    Must be articulate, self motivated, and a team player
    Strong communication skills
    Good interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills
    Good team player who is able to work independently
    Knowledge of internal auditing techniques and standards
    Knowledge of Computer Assisted Auditing Tools and SAP financial software preferred

If your qualifications and competencies meet the above requirements, please write in confidence to the undersigned enclosing copies of your academic certificates and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) showing your current position and remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and email and telephone contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 1st August 2012

Human Resource Manager
Export Processing Zones Authority
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200
Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
“EPZA is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT REQUIRED

Location: Nairobi
Description:

Assistant Accountant – Payroll at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT – PAYROLL
Vacancy Number: AA/CS/PAYROLL/07/12
Department: Corporate Services
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2-year term renewable
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI will be working on a number of CGIAR Research Programs (CRP) that bring together CGIAR centers and partners from the research, development and private sector communities around the world.
ILRI Seeks to recruit a competent Assistant Accountant-Payroll.
Key responsibilities

• Assist the payroll accountant in preparing payroll both NRS and IRS.
• Update NSSF statements for staff.
• Process education and security allowances for IRS staff.
• Maintain NRS payroll schedules and post accruals for NRS staff.
• Calculate Pension for NRS and pass journals.
• Submit all statutory deductions both NRS and casuals.
• Respond to queries from staff on any issue regarding their pay.
• Calculate terminal dues NRS staff leaving ILRI.
• Support the payroll accountant with all IRS and NRS payroll issues.
• Assist in updating monthly staff allocations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounts or business related field;
• Certified Public Accountant, C.P.A (2).
• At least one year in payroll preparation.
• Working experience in accounting in an international NGO or an international organization;
• Knowledge of computerized accounting software required preferably SUN accounting;
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite;
• Good personal organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Highly effective multi-tasking skills, with ability to co-ordinate, prioritize and organize workload and meet deadlines;
• Availability to start immediately.

Terms of Appointment:
This position is job Grade 2A, with a starting gross salary of KES 64,833 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.
Location: The position will be based at the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya.
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, whose initial contract will be for a 2 year term renewable subject to availability of funds and individual performance. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided by ILRI.
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at: http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/ilri_jobs. Closing date for Applications is 20 July 2012.
The position title and reference number REF: AA/CS/PAYROLL/07/12 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only applications sent via email to the indicated address will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANTS

Job Description

A Multinational Company based in Mombasa is looking for:

Assistant Accountants
(2 Positions)

Responsibilities:

Correct processing of the Financial information in the general ledger.

Reconcile balance sheets accounts.

Prepare monthly financial analysis and reports required by management.

Prepare various tax returns and ensure timely filing with the relevant authorities.

Raising Invoices to customers and debt collection.

Treasury functions, handling payables, receivables, inventory, fixed assets.

 

Skills/Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or CPA 2 or equivalent accounting qualification.
One to two years working experience in a busy accounts department.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office packages, knowledge of accounting packages, and Kenyan taxes including VAT.

Three referees and personal contact addresses and telephone numbers not later than Friday 27th July, 2012.
Suitable candidates should submit an up to date CV and their letters of application.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Apply to:

DN/A 1337
P.O. Box 80708-80100,
Mombasa 

 

Salary Range

Negotiable to Based on Experience

 

Other Benefits

N/A 

 

Job Location

Mombasa, Kenya 

 

Last date for applying

27 July 2012

FINANCE MANAGER VACANCY

 Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited seeks to recruit goal-oriented, self-motivated and qualified persons to fill the following management position:

General Manager - Finance
(Ref No. HRIGM-FIN/2012)
Reporting to: Managing Director
Job Grade: 2

Job Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all the financial resources of the company are acquired, disbursed, prudently invested, fully accounted for and reported efficiently.
Should ensure that the company is financially sound and in conformity with the overall Strategic Plan.

Key Result Area/Principle Accountabilities and Duties
    Formulate the company financial strategy and ensure it is properly implemented.
    Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimize those risks.
    Spearhead formulation, implementation, maintenance and review of sound financial policy systems and procedures to sustain the Company.
    Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources.
    Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making.
    Ensure efficient revenue collection, disbursement, accounting and reporting.
    Advise the company on financial viability of proposed investment.
    Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the company requirements.
    Manage all financial relationship with external agencies.
    Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Board of Directors.
    Organize, manage, motivate and develop staff in the finance function.
    Oversee the protection of the company assets.
    Any other duty assigned by the MD, BoD or Committees

Education, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience:
    Bachelors degree from a recognized University;
    CPA (K) or ACCA qualification is a must;
    Minimum 5 years experience with at least 3 years’ experience in Financial or Accounting at senior management level;
    Experiencing in implementing strategies in a dynamic environment;
    Ability to use computers, including MS Office suite (including MS Excel) and/or accounting programmes.

Required Skills and Competencies
    Understands and can implement the regulatory obligations of the Company;
    Strong communication skills in English, and preferably in Kiswahili;
    Experience working with international donor agencies will be an added advantage; and international business experience is a plus;
    Ability to drive change in a dynamic environment;
    Strong management, leadership and negotiation skills;
    Be a team player and uphold collective responsibility

Online applications can forwarded to info@tqt.co.ke
 

CHIEF ACCOUNTANT VACANCY

CHIEF ACCOUNTANT

Location:-Nairobi with a possibility of being moved to Mombasa
Reporting to the Group Financial Controller
Our client a group of companies in the manufacturing sector with Interests across different sectors of the economy is seeking to fill the vacancy of a Chief Accountant.
Position
The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for financial operations and management of the finance office, ensuring compliance with accounting, procurement, reporting as well as industry requirements.
S/he will work hand in hand with the other team members in the accounting department to ensure the institution works towards achieving its vision.

Key Responsibilities
•    Supervise cash management processes and ensure funds are reconciled and replenished in a timely manner.
•    Take a lead role in preparation and review of budgets while monitoring to ensure that financial reports are prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
•    S/he will also be responsible for sub-office payroll management, ensuring compliance with tax regulations as well provide technical assistance where it is of necessity.
•    Develop finance talent and pipeline plans, coach teams.
•    Functional forecasting and strategic planning through medium term plan.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
•    A qualified Accountant with Minimum CPAK, FCCA 
•    Bachelor’s degree in a respective field such as Accounting, Finance, Financial Management.
•    Five to ten years significant accounting experience in a related field
•    Experience with SAP Business accounting systems required.
•    Working experience in an Import/Export Environment
•    Strong computer skills, particularly Excel, Word and Access.
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•    Demonstrated strengths in financial management with a strong client service focus; able to work with diverse groups of people and team oriented environment.
•    Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
•    Able to express technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical environment.
•    Maturity and discretion, able to work with, and maintain confidential information.
•    Preferred age is 40 years and above

Qualified candidates are required to send their cover letters and Resumes to apply@kenyajobsconnection.com by 20th July 2011.

Ensure “Chief Accountant” is the application’s Title.

AUDIT VACANCIES

Audit Professionals
A medium-sized audit and tax services firm in Nairobi, an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeks to recruit senior audit personnel.

Audit Seniors: Must be Professionally Qualified Accountants, around 25 - 28 years of age, with experience of 2 years in audit in reputed audit firms. Candidates must possess thorough knowledge of all the relevant statutes such as Income tax Act, VAT Act, Companies Act etc., IFRSs, ISAs etc.

Audit Supervisors: Must be Professionally Qualified Accountants, around 30 - 35 years of age, with experience of 4 years in reputed audit firms at senior/ supervisory level. Candidates must possess expert knowledge and familiarity of application of all the relevant statutes, ISAs, IFRSs etc.

Responsibilities include:
    Planning, leading, executing, managing and supervising execution of the audit engagements.
    Setting and ensuring compliance with the budgets and timelines.
    Review & recommendation on the colleagues’ work.
    Audit Quality control and enhancement.
    Training, development and knowledge upgradation.

Candidates should possess excellent communication skills – oral and written, hands-on experience on Computer Applications like Microsoft Word, Excel etc, Internet & e-mails and simple accounting packages like Sage, Quick-books, Tally etc.

Preference is given to candidates with hands-on experience on audit softwares.
Compensation package commensurate with qualification and experience.

Interested candidates are required to submit hand-written applications, enclosing copies of the C V, testimonials, indicating the day and evening telephone numbers within 14 days.

Applications of only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

DN. A/ 1328
P O Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi

Anti-Obama film

Anti-Obama film features his brother

George Obama. File 

US President Barack Obama’s Kenyan half-brother features in a soon-to-be-released documentary that is intended to damage his re-election bid in November.

Mr George Obama, who lives in Nairobi’s Huruma estate, is interviewed in the film 2016: Obama’s America, according to a report in Monday’s edition of The Hollywood Reporter.

The movie is based on the 2010 book, The Roots of Obama’s Rage by pro-Republican polemicist Dinesh D’Souza, who interviews George on camera.

The youngest of Barack Obama Snr’s children defends his powerful half-brother, rejecting Mr D’Souza’s suggestions that the US President has failed to help poor blood relatives in Kenya.

“I think he has a family of his own,” George tells Mr D’Souza, adding: “He’s got other issues to deal with.”

Want Leisure? Go to Kenya

Islands that have put Kenya on the world’s leisure map

Funzi Keys Resort has been voted several times as one of the six best privately-owned islands in the world. 

In Summary

Kenya’s resorts that have become popular with world famous visitors

• Funzi Keys Resort, located 35km from Mombasa's Diani beach and on Funzi Island, has been voted several times as one of the six best privately-owned islands in the world.
• The Majlis Resort on Manda island’s Ras Kitau Bay is the only five-star resort in Lamu.
• Kizingo Resort on Lamu Island.
• Rusinga Island Lodge on Lake Victoria.
• Island Camp, one of the lodges located in Ol Kokwe Island on Lake Baringo.

Little is known about the one kilometre-long and 30 metres wide paradise that keeps royals, renowned actors and actresses periodically jetting into Kenya for holidays.

Yet much can be said about Kenya’s all-inclusive, exclusive private island resorts that are only accessible by boat or ferry.

Located 35 kilometres from Mombasa’s Diani beach and on Funzi Island, is Funzi Keys Resort whose main building stands 17 metres tall and is sandwiched between the pristine white sand, green eucalyptus tree forest and mangroves of Shirazi.

Voted many times as one of the top six privately-owned islands in the world and featured in Conde Nast, a US travel magazine that targets those with a taste for the finer things in life, and also voted in multiple television programmes abroad, Funzi Keys has become a favourite spot for the world’s celebrities who want to escape from busy lifestyles and from the ever intrusive paparazzi in their home countries.

From the clear blue waters that surround the resort during high tide, the white sands, Swahili menu, local materials used for construction that resemble the Omani architecture, hand carved wall designs, an Arab dhow-like pub (resembling the handmade wooden Dhow used by Arab merchants in the East Africa coastal trade in the early 18th century) and antiques such as Sultan of Oman plates, everything around leaves no doubt that one is in an exclusive establishment.

Here, expensive imported wines and spirits flow freely since money is not a problem for the takers. One has the option of a beach front deluxe room going for an inclusive (room, meals and drinks) price of $140 (Sh15,600) per person per night (resident rate) or a bungalow with a sea view and all the amenities that make for a luxurious stay.

These aspects, coupled with feedback from patrons, is what led Claudia Torriani, owner and manager of the resort, to believe they are offering something exclusive to clients at Funzi.

“We offer our clients total freedom here. They leave us saying “we have been Funzied,” she says.

“This is because at Funzi, we have no set time, no rules, no timings, no dress code and no set venue for any activity. Guests do what they want, when they want and how they want. Since many of them lead stressful lives wherever they come from, our task is to help them to detoxicate their mind, body and soul.”

Claudia believes that Funzi Keys will remain a cosy, luxurious home away from home that they are ready to share with the world for years to come.

On the Lamu archipelago sits another private resort with spacious rooms and beamed ceilings, large windows, terraces with spectacular views of the beach and the ocean beyond apart from the manicured gardens and swimming pools.

The Majlis Resort on Manda island’s Ras Kitau Bay is the only five-star resort in Lamu. It was originally part of a set of three private villas, which were converted into a resort.

The villas are perfectly constructed with the archipelago’s natural resources that combine white coral blocks with hand-carved timber.

Lamu Port

The furniture, doors and windows were hand-made by a select group of carpenters who worked at the resort for two years before the opening. But even in all this, Stefano Moccia, the resort’s managing director feels they still need to work more on the details as part of their future plan

ACCOUNTS CLERK NEEDED

ACCOUNTS CLERK

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Maintain accounting records;
•    Update the society’s cashbooks;
•    Analyze receipts and payments for posting to the general ledger;
•    Prepare weekly Bank reconciliations;
•    Update the Fixed Assets register.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
•    KATC II or ACNC I and II;
•    Should be a person of integrity;
•    2 years working experience;
•    Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft office.

TELLER NEEDED

1.    TELLER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Receiving, paying and reconciliation of cash and cheques;
•    Daily postings of cash and non cash transactions;
•    Maintenance of accurate records for easy tracking and retrieval;
•    End of day reconciliation of cash balances against the daily transactions;
•    Attending to customer queries;

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
•    Age 23 – 30 years;
•    Experience in banking, micro finance or similar work environment;
•    KCSE Grade C -;
•    Proficiency in computer skills;
•    At least 2 years’ relevant working experience;
•    High degree of integrity, a team player with effective communication skills;

ACCOUNTING VACANCY

Chief Finance Officer at Yehu Microfinance Trust in Mombasa – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Yehu Microfinance was founded as a Trust in 2007 and is focused on the provision Rural Financial Services in the Coastal Region of Kenya with its Head office at Mom basa. With slightly over 28,000 members, it has adapted Grameen Model which complements its unique sub-branch framework well and has ensured enhanced access of financial services to its targeted market niche. The responsiveness of Yehu Microfinance Trust to its valued clients is manifested through a variety of products offered, with tailor made features to suit its lower income segment of the market typically earning two to three US Dollars per day. Yehu Microfinance Trust has been growing steadily and is now seeking radically accelerated growth. The Board of Trustees is looking for a mission-focused, seasoned, strategic, and process oriented financial management leadership. The leadership must be with experience scaling organization, offering proactive expertise in the financial function commensurate with the expectations of the growing institution.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
The CFO is a senior position in the organization reporting to the CEO and shall be responsible for both the strategic and operational aspects of financial planning and management.
Key Roles of Chief Finance Officer
Business Leadership – Entails the CFO assisting in determining policy, program and outcome strategies. This shall be through provisions of strategic and operational performance reporting and analysis, including both perspective and prospective information and a framework for continuous corporate planning, forecasting and cost reporting.
Business Management – Role includes provision of a comprehensive service to other users of the finance function using analytical techniques as well as analysis of internal financial information and budgets.
Performance Management – Role is to ensure that financial policies and guidelines are complied with and that the quality and timeliness of financial information and reporting is assured. The CFO role shall also include the support of the performance management system that links both qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators to the strategies and outcomes of Yehu Microfinance Trust.
Qualifications and Experience

• Masters (preferably in Business Administration) with an undergraduate degree in accounting and finance or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (K), a current member of ICPAK with at least TWO years post registration as a member.
• Experience of not less than 3 years in a related senior position within a busy Accounting environment preferably in a Microfinance sector.
• Proficiency in computer skills including QuickBooks application.
• Demonstration of the knowledge of other accounting packages and loan tracking software preferably Kredits shall be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple on-going assignments under minimum supervision and delivery schedule within an environment of conflicting deadlines and interests.

Terms of Employment
A three year renewable contract and specific terms and conditions of service are negotiable as guided by demonstrated expertise in financial management, competence and level of academic and professional qualifications.
Address application with updated CV, supportive copies certificates and testimonials to reach the undersigned on or before 17th July 2012. The application should be in soft copy to the email address below.
The Chief Executive Officer
Yehu Microfinance Trust- Head Office.
P.O Box 82120-801 00
Mombasa.
Email: info@yehu.org
Website: www.yehu.org

THEO WALCOTT WANTS TO WALK OUT OF ARSENAL AS WELL...

Walcott wants to walk out as well

THEO WALCOTT is ready to follow Robin van Persie out of the Arsenal exit door. 

The England star, 23, is devastated by Van Persie’s decision not to renew his contract at the Emirates.
Winger Walcott is in an identical position to the Dutch striker, as he is entering the final year of his current deal.
Walcott has always maintained that he would refrain from committing his own future until Van Persie showed his hand.
The two players are extremely close, on and off the field.
Friends claim Van Persie’s decision will have a huge impact on Chelsea target Walcott. Informal talks have already taken place between Arsenal and Walcott’s advisers.
On the table is a new four-year deal that would take his wages of £55,000-a-week to around £80,000.
But Walcott has the option of leaving on a Bosman free transfer next summer or face being sold now if the Gunners refuse to allow him to walk away for nothing.
The only way Arsenal can keep him is to seriously up their offer.
And they must also convince him they are prepared to invest heavily to compete for honours, which they failed to do with Van Persie.

HUNDREDS STRANDED AFTER FERRYOVERSHOOTS RAMP

 

Hundreds of passengers were stranded for an hour at the Likoni Ferry channel Thursday evening after a ferry over shot a ramp due to high speed and low tides

The ferry, Mv Kwale stalled on the Island side of the channel forcing the Kenya Ferry Service personnel to recall two ferries to ease the increasing number of people and vehicle crossing to the mainland side of the channel.

Traffic started building along Nyerere Avenue leading to Likoni Ferry area, a stretch of about five kilometres from the Central Business District as a result of the hitch.

Stranded passengers interviewed at the ferry were urged by the Coxswain to maintain calm as the management tried to sort the matter.

The MV Nyayo was brought to ease congestion but a truck that had stalled on its way out further added to delays of offloading the ferry.

While the passengers waited to cross the channel, Rama Karisa who had a patient from the Pandya Memorial Hospital blamed the ferry services for the problem.

“I have been on the road for about two hours but the traffic is moving slowly, I don’t know the time that my patient will reach home, “he said.

The Ferry Service returned to normal after 2 hours but the MV Kwale had not left the ramp due to the low tides.

DRIVER OF THE KILLER TRUCK CHARGED

 

The driver of a truck that was involved in an accident at Bonje on the outskirts of Mombasa town early Wednesday morning has been charged with causing death through dangerous driving.

The truck crushed a matatu and a private car in the 9am accident leaving fourteen people dead - thirteen of those on the spot.

Tobias Mwaluzi Ngure, who appeared before Mombasa Resident Magistrate Irene Ruguru denied the 14 counts brought against him by the State.

Mr Ngure was released on a Sh1 million bond with a surety of a similar amount and the case was fixed for hearing on August 20.

He had earlier pleaded guilty to some counts before he was cautioned by the magistrate that each count carries a four-year jail term.

He promptly rescinded his decision and the court clerk read the charges to him again.

The charges read that the accused person being the driver of a semi-trailer drove it recklessly, at a speed and in a manner which was dangerous to the public.

He allegedly, while negotiating a sharp corner, lost physical control of the vehicle and veered off his lane to the opposite ones on the dual carriage way and rammed a matatu.

According to the prosecution, the offence is alleged to have been committed on July 4 this year at about 9.50 am at Bonje area near Mazeras on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway

CREDIT CONTROLLER VACANCY

Credit Controller for Mombasa Office 

Location:

Mombasa, Coast

Categories:

• Accounting
• Administrative / Clerical

Job Details

A highly reputable Clearing, Forwarding & Transport company is looking for:

The Credit Controller will be responsible for direct supervision of credit and collection of accounts. 

• Assist the Management in all phases with regard to proper planning, controlling, monitoring, training and implementing effective work processes. 

• Aid management with administrative functions of the department.

• Maintain processes and implement procedures as established by management.

 
Qualifications and other requirements

• CPA (K) or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in commercial invoicing and supervision experience preferred. 
• Experience with clearing, forwarding and transport industry will be preferred.
• Must be computer literate; prefer experience with current AX Dynamics; must have working knowledge of Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel).
• Ability to work with others and possess problem solving skills; must have the capability of reading, understanding and explaining clearing & forwarding remittances.
• Must be knowledgeable of collection procedures for overdue accounts.
• Must be aware of laws and processes regarding debt collection.
• Must be able to communicate well with others.
• Salary and terms will commensurate the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply to:-
The Advertiser,

P.O Box 39310 – 00623,

Nairobi, Kenya.

Robin van Persie plots Man City move

ON HIS WAY ¿ Robin van Persie is set to join Manchester City

FUMING Arsenal feel Robin van Persie is plotting a move to Manchester City after he rejected a new deal.

Van Persie set to leave Arsenal

The Gunners were stunned when RVP announced on his website he will not be staying at the club.

Arsenal immediately issued a statement suggesting they will force the star, who hit 37 goals for them last season, to see out the remaining year of his contract.
But that would mean letting their skipper leave on a free, when there is a queue of clubs ready to open their cheque books right now.
Among them is Manchester City and Arsenal reckon the Dutch international is angling for a mega-money move to the Premier League champions.
Van Persie’s Dutch agent Kees Vos was spotted with City’s football administration officer Brian Marwood at the Etihad last season

VAN PERSIE QUITS ARSENAL...???

Jack? Theo? Who’s next to go?

WIL TO STAY? ... Jack Wilshere may want to join Emirates exodus after his skipper leaves

By MARK IRWIN

Last Updated: 05th July 2012

IT started with a trickle and quickly became a stream 

Robin van Persie’s announcement that he will not be signing a new contract has left Arsene Wenger and his daydreaming directors in a state of shock.

But the captain’s decision to join the Emirates exodus will come as no surprise to the long-suffering supporters who have witnessed the rapid decline of their team.
Was it really only eight years ago that Arsenal’s Invincibles won the Premier League without losing a single match?
That record-breaking title run should have heralded the dawn of a period of utter domination of domestic and European football.
Instead it proved to be the turning point in the fortunes of a once-great club who have been undone by a lack of ambition and a refusal to move with the times.
True, the team did go on to lift the FA Cup the following year in what was to prove captain Patrick Vieira’s final game for the club.
But the trophy cabinet has been bare ever since that penalty shootout victory over Manchester United way back in 2005.
And Vieira’s departure for Juventus signalled the beginning of a mass migration which has since included (very deep breath)... Robert Pires, Sol Campbell, Ashley Cole, Thierry Henry, Freddie Ljungberg, Jens Lehmann, Gilberto Silva, Emmanuel Adebayor, Kolo Toure, William Gallas, Gael Clichy, Cesc Fabregas, Emmanuel Eboue and Samir Nasri.
Now Footballer of the Year Van Persie wants to add his name to that illustrious list after carrying the team on the back of his 37 goals last season.
The skipper has quite simply run out of patience with Wenger’s worthy intentions and empty promises.
Every year the manager insists his promising young team is finally ready to challenge the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Man City for the title.
And every year they get further away from fulfilling those lofty ambitions.
Sure Arsenal have spent much of the money they have banked from the sale of all their superstars. But the replacements are always that little bit cheaper and never quite as good.
Alex Hleb for Vieira anyone? Eduardo for Henry or Arteta for Fabregas?
Wenger is at it again this time, spending £13million on Montpellier striker Olivier Giroud and a further £11m on Lukas Podolski.
But will either prove capable of filling the gaping hole left by Van Persie’s imminent departure? It seems unlikely.
Henry, Fabregas and Nasri all moved on because they could no longer see a time when they would win major trophies with Arsenal.
Van Persie, an 86th-minute sub in that 2005 FA Cup final, has reluctantly come to the same conclusion.
The Dutchman could not have given much more to the club during his eight years in an Arsenal shirt — yet all his best efforts have come to nothing.
And if Van Persie now feels this way, it is inevitable the next generation of Arsenal stars will soon start questioning their own prospects of silverware.
Theo Walcott, like Van Persie, is out of contract next year and has yet to agree a new deal.
He knows that European champions Chelsea are keen on him and who could really blame him for being tempted?
And what about Jack Wilshere, the most talented English player to burst on to the Premier League scene since Wayne Rooney?
Rooney was just 18 when he left Everton for Manchester United, since when he has won four League Championships, two League Cups and the Champions League.
Wilshere is still only 20 and has plenty of time on his side despite missing the whole of last season with a persistent ankle problem.
Yet how long will he be prepared to wait to win his first trophy with Arsenal?
Maybe Van Persie’s bombshell will be the wake-up call Arsenal need to rouse them from their slumbers.
Maybe Wenger will finally accept he has to pay top money if he wants to sign the likes of Eden Hazard, David Silva or Sergio Aguero.
And maybe Stan Kroenke and Ivan Gazidis will stop panicking about Financial Fair Play and realise the new TV deal will provide Arsenal with riches beyond their dreams.
Just don’t hold your breath.
Robin van Persie did that until he was blue in the face. And look where it got him.