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We are working with a leading renewable energy developer that is seeking a
Technical Manager
to take ownership of PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across Africa. This role is based in
Nairobi
and offers the opportunity to play a central part in delivering the region's energy transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical oversight of PV and BESS projects from development through execution.
• Review and approve system designs, technical studies, and engineering deliverables.
• Manage EPC contractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure quality and compliance.
• Support grid connection applications, permitting, and regulatory approvals.
• Provide technical input into project development, financing, and due diligence.
• Act as the key technical interface for internal and external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile:

• 7+ years of experience in solar PV and/or BESS project development and execution.
• Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• Proven track record managing contractors and delivering projects on time and budget.
• Familiarity with grid compliance, permitting, and African market requirements is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Our client is an established player in the African renewable energy landscape, and growing consistently. If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to recommend someone in your network, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Hello. We're Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we're improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What's more, we're achieving it in a company that we're in control of. In an environment that we're co-creating. And a culture that's uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn't a question.

With category leading brands such as Sensodyne, Voltaren and Centrum, built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we're uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It's an opportunity to be part of something special.

About The Role

• To initiate, plan and achieve Haleon Consumer Healthcare's ambition of becoming one of the most innovative, best performing and trusted Consumer Healthcare Companies in South and Southern Africa
• Deliver strategic account management solutions and profitable growth in accordance with Haleon's business plan and sales targets

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver sales plan for organized trade in Kenya.
• Develop and implementation of mutually agreed annual Customer Joint Business Plans within Kenya
• Take leadership in delivering JBPs and excellent account planning for top Modern Trade customers in rest of Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Build a roadmap for success in Institutional sales business in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Grow our brands ahead of the categories, and win Market share.
• Develop strong customer relations within the identified channels to maximise business opportunities and grow the business
• Develop strong category growth fundamentals as bedrock of customer story telling and value creation.
• Effectively manage the Account P&L for maximum efficiency and effectiveness, disciplined G2N management and ROI management of all promotional activity

Key actions

• Effective use of the field sales team to ensure reach and share of voice in the marketplace with customers and in-store
• Monitor and analyse sales performance through market share data
• Generate action plans to correct areas of weakness and capitalise on areas of opportunity
• Drive external focus including regular field visits across customer, consumer, shopper and expert
• Track G2N ratios to ensure we are in line with our plan, unlock gross margin via Net Revenue Management activities
• Role model customer management for all other SSA markets.
• Use all available data to maximise sales within each area
• Ensure clear accounting between customers and Haleon through proper claim management
• Communicate effectively with senior management, peers, marketing and other departments
• Use our values and expectations to drive actions and decisions, role model values and expectations

Qualifications And Skills Required

• A university degree
• 10 years Customer management/ Sales management/ Customer marketing experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Numerical and financial acumen
• Strong commercial understanding / experience

Other Skills/Qualifications

• Professional selling and negotiation skills
• Product knowledge
• Category management skills
• People management skills
• Sound knowledge of Sub-saharan Africa's trading environment from a modern trade and distributor management perspective
• Presentation/communication skills
• Analytical skills - an ability to analyse industry competitors through use of available data
• Net Revenue Management skills – Trade Investment and Promotional Management
• Effective promotional analysis and implementation
• Strong leadership skills and qualities are required due to the nature of the business with the ability to influence and negotiate with the trade at all levels

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone.

We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

Care to join us. Find out what life at Haleon is really like

At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

As you apply, we will ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. We want to have an opportunity to consider a diverse pool of qualified candidates and this information will assist us in meeting that objective and in understanding how well we are doing against our inclusion and diversity ambitions. We would really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to complete it. Rest assured, Hiring Managers do not have access to this information and we will treat your information confidentially.

Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Accommodation Requests

If you require a reasonable accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific accommodations you are requesting. We'll provide all reasonable accommodations to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence.

Investment Executive

End 2025 with a new career. If you're a seasoned investment professional with a passion for crafting personalized wealth management and growth strategies, then this opportunity is for you. We're seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Investment Executive to join our dynamic team.

In this challenging and rewarding role, you will:

• Unearth Investment Opportunities:
  Leverage your extensive network and prospecting skills to identify and connect with affluent individuals and decision-makers within prominent corporations.
• Become a Trusted Advisor:
  Conduct in-depth client consultations to assess risk tolerance, financial goals, and overall investment landscape. Translate complex financial concepts into clear and actionable plans.
• Craft Personalized Portfolios:
  Design and implement bespoke investment strategies that leverage a wide range of financial products, including fixed income securities, structured portfolios, and international investments.
• Foster Long-Term Relationships:
  Build strong and lasting client relationships through exceptional service, ongoing communication, and proactive portfolio management.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve:
  Continuously stay abreast of market trends, research new investment opportunities, and ensure compliance with all industry regulations.

To be successful, you'll possess:

• Preferably a minimum 1 year of experience in developed Market Trading with a proven track record of success.
• Preferably an in-depth understanding of fixed income securities and structured portfolio management.
• Essential to have a magnetic personality with exceptional communication and presentation skills. You should be comfortable with cold calling and confidently engaging with HNWIs on a global scale.
• A keen analytical mind with the ability to interpret market data and translate it into actionable investment strategies.
• Impeccable attention to detail and the ability to explain complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• International exposure is essential to succeed in this position, Either an IGCSE, IB primary education, or International University in either Europe, USA, UK, Japan, or other developed market.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• As an understanding of expectations the
  Investment Executive
  will be expected to source, pitch and onboard clients with minimum potential investment portfolio of KES 15M or higher on a weekly basis. This requires hard work and dedication and an understanding of lead sourcing as well as good sales ability. Additionally you will be managing those portfolios that have been brought on, so an understanding in risk appetite, currency hedging, portfolio design and management working with Government Bonds (T-Bill, T-Bond, Infrastructure Bonds), Corporate Bonds, Commercial Papers, Fixed Deposit Receipts, Stocks, Unit Trusts, Mutual Funds, and ETF's) Focusing on long term growth and security over yield.

We Offer:

Competitive salary package:
Opportunity to earn well over KES 500,000/= per month from 3rd month of employment, including medical and company matching pension contributions. This is a SALES POSITION which can BOOST your CAREER - if you wish to be an Analyst - do not apply. If you are not outgoing and unable to cultivate networks, please do not apply. Income levels in excess of mid-tier commercial banking jobs and Big 4 accounting firm salaried positions are achievable - BUT ONLY if you are a TRUE SALESPERSON.

Opportunity for career advancement:
Join a dynamic team and build a rewarding long-term career in wealth management. Build your own client book develop and grow with them.

Opportunity for knowledge advancement:
Join a team of exceptionally knowledgeable advisors, researchers and executives and learn the trade with the most sophisticated investment bank in east Africa.

Fast-paced and stimulating work environment:
Be at the forefront of crafting financial solutions for affluent individuals that aren't readily available across East Africa.

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for building lasting relationships and crafting personalized financial solutions, we encourage you to apply

HFC Limited, the banking and property finance subsidiary of HF Group, has an exciting opportunity in our Finance Department. We are seeking a talented, dynamic, self-driven, and results-oriented individual who is committed to performance, excellence, and participating in our growth strategy.

The role provides insight and support in the departmental and executive decision process. The role complements the overall efforts of HFC towards attaining the Finance of the Future by building modelling and quantitative frameworks for the bank, supports the budgeting and planning process and finance business partnership.

Deadline:

Category: Finance

Subsidiary: HFC

Principle Accountabilities

• Assist in development of the annual budget and the medium-term strategic plan
• Ensure timely budget variance reporting to all the departments
• Preparation of ALCO, EXCO and board papers
• Supporting ALM decisions with analysis and modeling
• Updating and revising asset pricing models
• Revenue assurance
• Monitor the cash holding across the branch network for liquidity optimization
• Ensure continuous revenue assurance and recommend opportunities to grow and diversify the business unit revenue
• Preparation and timely distribution of segment reports to various departments
• Prepare the monthly and annual budgets and rolling forecast for the business units and legal entities highlighting drivers expected to impact the business and the corrective actions required
• Automating Finance Processes- Robotic Process Automation
• Business performance analysis and presentation/sharing thereof to the leadership teams
• Together with other departments develop the annual ICAAP
• Help the head of unit to implement and monitor prudential capital management by setting capital KPIs for capital consumers and aligning ICAAP process with actual business strategy
• Championing the FTP processes
• Supporting partnerships between business unit and the finance department across all the departments
• Budgeting and Budget control- Ensure the annual budgeting is done and continuously ensure budgetary discipline is adhered to by all departments
• Conducting cost/benefit analysis as required and preparing comparative, analytical reports on the performance of the bank, Group and branches and reporting results to executive and management staff.
• Conduct quarterly competitor analysis
• Any other duty as assigned from time to time by the Finance and HFC leadership

Key Competencies and Skills

General Competencies

• Results oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly analytical
• Problem solving skills
• Good communicator & excellent presentation skills
• Team player

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Academic & Professional

• A business-related degree from a reputable institution preferably Finance, Accounting, Banking, data science or a related quantitative field.
• CPA(K)
• CFA, FRM, FRR, CIFA certifications will be an added advantage

Experience & Technical

•  A minimum of 7 years' experience in banking with hands on experience in performance measurement and management, finance or financial risk management.
• 2 year should be at supervisory or management level.
• Hands on experience in financial planning or performance management
• Experience in senior management relations
• Strong appreciation of accounting principles
• Excellent Ms Excel skills
• Strong Data & BI skills including SQL, EDW, PowerBI, Python, R
• Team and or People Management
• Strong business acumen

Company Description

Founded in 2015, Victory Farms is the fastest-growing white protein platform in East Africa. Victory Farms disrupts the aquaculture industry by embedding data-driven thinking throughout its value chain. The company operates a fully-integrated platform across production, processing, distribution, and sales, directly serving tens of thousands of Kenyan mass market customers. Victory Farms aims to build the world's most sustainable end-to-end protein platform, providing affordable, fresh, and healthy meals to 2 billion Africans.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an HR Operations and Payroll Manager located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The HR Operations and Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of HR operations, including payroll processing, employee benefits management, compliance with labor laws, and maintaining employee records. The role involves developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, supporting talent acquisition, and ensuring effective employee relations practices are in place. Additionally, the HR Operations and Payroll Manager will handle payroll discrepancies, prepare payroll reports, and work closely with different departments to ensure smooth HR operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Operations, Payroll Processing, and Employee Benefits Management
• Knowledge of Labor Laws and Regulatory Compliance related to HR
• Skills in Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, and HR Policy Development
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in HR Software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience working in the African market and the aquaculture industry is a plus

Our client, Prudential Africa Services, the shared service centre for Prudential Africa, is

looking for a finance professional to lead the financial and non-financial reporting for the region.

This is a role which requires close liaison and interaction with the Africa Regional Executive

Committee, and senior stakeholders in the Africa Business Units and Group Office.

This is a 6-Month Fixed Term Contract – Outsourced through ourselves at PPA (Preferred Personnel Africa).

Some of the key responsibilities of this role are;

• Lead the monthly management information through consolidating and reviewing the information from the local business along with an onward submission to Group.
• Lead the quarterly reporting of key financial metrics including IFRS, Embedded Value, etc.
• Lead the process for the reporting of sustainability metrics for Group consolidation.
• Lead the preparation and review of the Monthly MI dashboard and share with the regional executive committee and LBU CEO/CFO.
• Provide guidance and support to local business units on Group policies for reporting (e.g., IFRS accounting policy, etc.).

You can learn more about the role via the link; JD - Regional Financial Reporting Manager