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Hotel Night Manager Job Vacancy

A hotel night manager job is multi-faceted, to work in conjunction with the Hotel management team in all aspects of managing the night time operation of the Hotel in order to ensure the smooth running of the Hotel operation at night in Front Office, Rooms, Reception and F & B and to ensure superior service and product quality is maintained.

Qualifications
* O Level aggregate B- with “B” in English
* Diploma in Business studies, Hotel/Institutional management. From any recognised training institution.
* At least 5 years preferably in same/ similar position in hospitality industry.
Or
* Masters/Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management/Tourism.
* BA degree and /or at least 3 years of work experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed in the job description.
* Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.

Responsible
* Hotel Night Duty Management
* Managing and maintaining a secure Hotel environment.
* Ensuring the Hotel’s quality standards are met in all areas of the hotel as it relates to the appearance, levels of maintenance &cleanliness.
* Providing first class customer service
* Duty staff management , discipline and motivation.

Mental & Physical Requirements: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Approachable, committed , enthusiastic , flexible and self motivated and social – “a people’s person”
* Previous Hotel experience , either in the role of Night Manager / Night Auditor or Duty manager or in an associated hotel role such as Front office , Rooms , Reception or Reservations.
* Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and especially customer service skills.
* Analytical and creative.
* Good planning and organizational skills, effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex.
* Tact and diplomacy in dealing with staff-related to work environment needs. Ability to relate to staff at all levels, encourage and motivate people.
* Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and public.
* Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse operation.
* Hotel computer skills.
* The ability to write reports, keep records, and work within budgets

Summary of Position
We are looking for a professional, energetic, enthusiastic Night Manager.
Responsible for supervising all staff working the nightshift, guest services especially at front desk functions, financial aspects e.g. nightly audits, various financial reports, and property management e.g. dispatching maintenance staff to fix various.
Send your CV’s only to mycv@myjobseye.com

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Production Manager at Wood Products Kenya Ltd

The production manager is responsible to ensure that all production is carried out in an efficient manner and as per the company’s quality and delivery requirements. The PM will ensure that production planning incorporates all projects, current and future and includes set performance guidelines, increasing production targets on a monthly basis. The PM will be in charge of production staff; that is, to ensure that they are working within the company’s health and safety policy and the required performance targets.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
* Bachelors Degree in Production and Planning
* Excellent planning, time management skills and monitoring skills
* Ability to read technical drawings is a must 0.
* 5-10 years experience in the timber industry is a prerequisite
* An ability to work under tight schedules.
* Computer literacy with skills in excel, archicad or autocad Microsoft projects etc.
* Specialization in business administration is an added advantage
* Self motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
* Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities
* Overseeing the production process, drawing up a production schedule
* Ensuring that the production is cost effective
* Making sure that products are produced on time and are of good quality
* Working out the human and material resources needed
* Drafting a timescale for the job
* Estimating costs and setting the quality standards
* Monitoring the production process and adjusting schedules as needed
* Being responsible for the maintenance of equipment, and giving recommendations of additional machinery required
* Liaising among different departments, e.g. stores/store/site managers
* Working with managers to implement the company’s policies and goals
* Ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed
* Supervising and motivating your team of workers
* Reviewing the performance of subordinates
* Identifying training needs
* Recruitment of workers
* Design production and quality assurance of wood products
* Verification of cutting lists and understanding technical drawings
* Ability of work with various teams of workers

Production Departments to be Managed
* Solid timber e.g. machining timber, architectural moldings, doors etc
* Post/press form section
* Boards and cabinetry e.g. cutting, edging, assembly etc
* Flush doors e.g. ripsaw, flush doors, laminated flooring
* Re-sawing section
* Multiple molders
* Parquet section

Conditions
* Six-month probation period, with 3 month evaluation

Key Performance Indicators
* Production Delivery 15%
* Production Quality 15%
* Production Cost Efficiency 30%
* Equipment Maintenance 20%

Qualitative
* Problem Solving 5%
* Initiative and Creativity 5%
* Job Knowledge and decision making ability 5%
* 360 degrees feedback 5%

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com or log in to www.myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

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Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (PTA Bank) Jobs

The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank commonly known as the PTA Bank, is the financial arm of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).

PTA Bank is looking for individuals who are self motivated and results oriented to join a team committed to building a world class financial institution. The Bank offers competitive tax free salaries and benefits commensurate with the standards of excellence that it expects.

Interested and qualified candidates are therefore invited from nationals of member states to apply for the following positions.

1. Director, Project and Infrastructure Finance Department

Job Summary:

Reporting to the President, the Director of Project and Infrastructure Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial performance of the department.

The role entails the identification, preparation and appraisal of projects; structuring financing and loan recovery programs; undertaking sector review and other investment related intelligence studies; drawing the Department’s project financing strategies; developing credit policies and guidelines and ensuring implementation and managing the work of the department, including the economic research function.

Job Specifications:

* Post graduate degree in Banking, Commerce, Finance, Business or Economics
* A minimum of 10 years experience in project management, at management level, in Commercial / Development Banking, Finance or similar institution
* Project appraisal skills, including project cash flows, risk analysis and hedging techniques
* Proven leadership skills and an innovative approach to work with the ability to motivate staff in a demanding environment
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position is based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

2. Director, Trade Finance Department

Job Summary:

Reporting to the President, the Director of Trade Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial performance of the department.

The duties include identification, preparation and appraisal of trade finance transactions; structuring financing and loan recovery programs; undertaking sector review and other investment related intelligence studies; drawing the Department’s trade financing strategies; developing and implementing credit guidelines and ensuring implementation and managing the work of the department, including the economic
research function.

Job Specifications:

* Post graduate degree in Banking, Commerce, Finance, Business or Economics
* A minimum of 10 years experience in structured trade and commodity finance including at least 3 years at management/supervisory level, in a Commercial/ Development Finance environment or related institution
* Demonstrated track record of solid performance in previous positions
* Proven leadership skills and an innovative approach to work with ability to motivate staff in a demanding environment
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position alternates between Nairobi, Kenya and Bujumbura, Burundi.

3. Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs Department

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs Department, advises the Bank on legal matters and assists management in the formulation and development of Bank policies and practices and participates in their evaluation in view of continuous adaptation to prevailing circumstances.

The position holder is responsible for ensuring that that the Bank’s rights are protected and that the Bank operates within its Charter, regulations and other legal requirements.

Job Specifications:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and a Master’s Degree in Law (LLM), preferably Corporate, Finance or Trade Law and a license to practice law in any of the Bank’s member countries. Additional qualification in Banking, Finance or French law will have a significant advantage
* A minimum of 10 years supervisory/managerial level experience in progressively responsible legal positions in Commercial/Development Banking environment or related institutions
* The candidate should demonstrate a strong legal background either as a corporate lawyer or as an Advocate of the High Court
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position is based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

Applications should include a resume, recent passport size photo, full contact address and the names and addresses of three referees. Candidates must have a good knowledge of the operating environment and must be below the age of 45 years.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

All inquiries should be sent to kifle.hamza@ptabank.org

Applications should be sent to the following address by July 10, 2010:

Director, Human Resources and Administration
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100, Nairobi, Kenya

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Managing Editor Job Vacancy: BBC East African Bureau - African Services

Managing Editor, East African Bureau, African Services
Nairobi, Kenya
Ref. 315489

East Africa is a key market for the BBC World Service and as the Managing Editor you’ll drive the editorial agenda in the bureau, inspiring the very best journalism about East Africa and helping the BBC explain the region to the rest of the world.

You’ll be responsible for managing a team of producers and reporters based in Kenya and working for various BBC World Service sections.

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate excellent team building and interpersonal skills.

This is a key role within the BBC World Service; it requires relevant experience as a journalist at a senior level, fantastic contacts and comprehensive understanding of the East Africa & Great Lakes Region.

As well as leading the bureau’s innovative output, you’ll work with marketing and business development teams to advise the BBC on broadcasting and marketing opportunities in the region.

You’ll have a strategic approach to running a newsroom and working knowledge of Kiswahili or Kisomali is highly desirable.

Applications to be received by 25 June.

Visit bbc.co.uk/jobs
Call +44 (0)370 333 1330
Textphone 02890 328 478

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De Rossi admits ‘his mistake’

Italy midfielder Daniele De Rossi has admitted that he made a mistake which led to Paraguay’s goal in Cape Town.

The defending champions had to battle back to a 1-1 draw in their opening game in Group F as De Rossi scored the leveller in the second period.

But the Azzurri’s were given a fright when Paraguay went ahead on 39 minutes as Antolin Alcaraz headed in from a free-kick.

De Rossi has now conceded that he let his side down by losing his marker, but was relieved his team-mates upped their game to secure what could be a vital point.

“We played well, were tough and allowed Paraguay very little. My mistake led to the goal, so everyone was angry,” he said.

“We were going too deep defending the free-kicks, but he was my man and I was meant to be marking him. I definitely take the blame for that goal.

“It was important to get back on track at the start of the second half and we felt the path was there for the victory.

“I don’t think it was a tactical issue, as Paraguay were more aggressive in the first half and lost that intensity a little as time wore on.

“We passed the ball around, but were a little sterile in the final third and you pay for that at this level. We need to improve in the final third, to be more clinical and to get the final pass into the box. That’s what counts in a World Cup.”

Source: http://www.footballcupleague.com

Hot-shot Dzeko and Grafite keep Wolfsburg on top

Berlin - Wolfsburg’s strikers Edin Dzeko and Grafite both netted in the German league leader’s 3-0 win over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday while title rivals Hertha Berlin and Bayern Munich also picked up wins.

With Hertha winning 2-0 at Cologne and Bayern enjoying a 3-0 victory over Bavaria neighbours Bayer Leverkusen, Wolfsburg stay top of the Bundesliga only by virtue of a better goal difference.

Bayern’s win also puts them on 63 points and they are two behind Wolfsburg on goal difference, while Hertha are third on 62 points with two games left.

Fourth-placed Stuttgart now need to win at Schalke on Wednesday if they want to stay in the title race.

Wolfsburg’s Dzeko hit his 21st goal of the season when he latched onto a through ball in Dortmund’s penalty area after only 14 minutes.

And Grafite moved one clear of Stuttgart’s Mario Gomez as the league’s top scorer with his 24th goal in 23 league games when he accepted Dzeko’s simple tap in on 47 minutes.

To add insult to injury, Dortmund had Kevin-Prince Boateng sent off for a dangerous tackle before Dzeko added his second with five minutes remaining as Dortmund finally had their seven-game winning streak broken.

Defending champions Bayern Munich ran riot against Leverkusen as Luca Toni opened the scoring just after the half-time break.

Then French midfielder Franck Ribery added a second on 59 minutes with a clever flick over Bayer goalkeeper Rene Adler.

And Bayern striker Lukas Podolski – who is heading back to his former club Cologen at the end of the season – was set up by his Germany team-mate Bastian Schweinsteiger to hit Munich’s third on 71 minutes.

Hertha Berlin are still in the title race after their 2-1 win at Cologne thanks to Brazilian Cicero and midfielder Patrick Ebert while the home side pulled back a late consolation goal.

Bottom side Karlsruhe look almost certain to be relegated as they squandered a 2-0 lead to slump to a 3-2 defeat at home to Hanover and the league’s last team are four points from safety with two games left.

On Wednesday night, UEFA Cup finalists Werder Bremen are at Eintracht Frankfurt, while Stuttgart must win at Schalke to keep their title dreams alive.

Hamburg are at home to Bochum while relegation candidates Energie Cottbus are at home to Borussia Moenchengladbach and Arminia Bielefeld are at home to Hoffenheim.

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Goal-scorer Gomez pulls out of training

Berlin - Striker Mario Gomez pulled out of training with a knee injury on Sunday having scored the first goal in Germany’s 2-0 win over South Africa in a friendly on Saturday.

With Germany facing minnows Azerbaijan on Wednesday in Hanover with World Cup qualifier points at stake, Bayern Munich’s Gomez pulled out of training in Cologne on Sunday complaining of pain in his right knee and received treatment.

The rest of the squad trained without problems and Germany coach Joachim Loew said he was happy with Saturday night’s performance, having played a 4-3-3 system rather than the traditional 4-4-2 formation.

Loew used the speed of 20-year-old wingers Mesut Oezil and Marko Marin to exploit space down the flanks for lone striker Gomez, while Werder Bremen’s Oezil scored Germany’s second goal.

“My team did well both in terms of result and performance,” said Loew who criticised his team last month when they struggled to a 2-0 win over Azerbaijan in Baku in a World Cup qualifier.

“That was a clear improvement in relation to our last few games, we were more fluid on the ball.

“We have been together for a week now and you could see the benefits of the extra training.

“There are still a few things which don’t fit into the way we play.

“There is still some room for improvement in defence, Arne Friedrich and Heiko Westermann put in good claims for their centre-back places.

“Our structure has improved greatly.”

Oezil put in the most eye-catching performance of the night having been handed his first start for Germany and Loew singled him out.

“Mesut Oezil brought a lot of creativity and was technically excellent, he has a good eye and can produce some dangerous situations for us.

“He played very well in attack, but he still has things to learn on tracking back, but I am very happy with his performance.”

In front of his home crowd, Leverkusen goalkeeper Rene Adler gave a good account of himself, but his rival Robert Enke will be in Germany’s Number One shirt for Wednesday’s qualifier.

Loew kept his cards close to his chest when asked if he will use the 4-3-3 formation again on Wednesday.

Germany lead Group Four by a single point and face their most important game of the qualification campaign so far when they take on Russia in Moscow on October 10. (AFP)

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