Jobs at National Council Churches of Kenya

The National Council Churches of Kenya (NCCK), an umbrella organization for Protestant Churches and Christian Organizations registered in Kenya, is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, experienced and results oriented professional. Applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill in the following position: 

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide administrative and secretarial support to the management team.

FIELD OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle correspondences for the management team.
• Maintain administrative records including staff files and records.
• Operate and maintain office equipment i.e. computers, photocopier, fax machine and duplicating machine.
• Keep and retrieve confidential files and records.
• Take and type minutes of the management and staff meetings.
• Order, receive, store and issue stationery.
• Handle bookings and negotiation of special rates with clients.
• Manage the business center.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the management.

JOB SPECIFICATION AND OTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE JOB

Level of Education/Academic Qualification

• At least Secondary School Education (KCSE).
• Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies; Diploma in /Business Studies

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Very smart appearance.
• Mature and courteous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and inter-cultural orientation – should have appreciation of different cultural and religious backgrounds of the guests.
• Good communication skills with good command of English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to handle all complaints with tact, courtesy and initiative.
• Be fully conversant with different departments and systems within the Jumuia Guest House
• Good general knowledge of local and international current affairs, of local geography and of places of interest, as well as knowledge of your country.
• Ability to work with under pressure and with minimum supervision.

Relevant Job Experience

• Must have worked in a similar position for at least two years.
   

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Assistant Accountant – Jumuia Resorts, Kanamai

The National Council Churches of Kenya (NCCK), an umbrella organization for Protestant Churches and Christian Organizations registered in Kenya, is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, experienced and results oriented professional. Applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill in the following position: 

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with established internal controls in the Jumuia Resorts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prudent Management of Resorts funds
  • Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts against Resorts needs and budget.
  • Prepare cash request on the basis of planned activities, expenditure and commitments as per budget lines
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations on or before 10th of every month
  • Conduct monthly cash count and prepare cash certificates
  • Verify authenticity of various payments, ensuring proper authorization, support documentation and accounting to appropriate budget lines.
  • Act as bank Agent in the operation of Resorts Bank accounts
  • Custodian of the Resorts accountable documents
  • Ensure spending within the budget lines
• Maintain Records and books of accounts related to Resorts.
  • Ensure timely keying in of accounting data into the software.
  • Ensure all expenditure returns are properly captured and posted
  • Ensure proper and sequenced filing of all accounting payment vouchers, supporting documents and Petty cash reimbursements
• Asset Management
  • Ensure that all Resorts assets are well secured and coded
  • Ensure maintenance of an up to date asset listing stating the location/user
  • Ensure proper handing over and safe custody of the assets upon staff transition
  • Ensure disposal of assets is in line with NCCK disposal policy
• Financial Reporting
  • Prepare monthly General Ledger for updating
  • Participate in budget preparation for the Resort
  • Facilitate smooth external audit
• Liaison Role
  • Liaise with Resorts accountant on all expenditure and cash flows
• Leadership Roles
  • Provide guidance to the Store keeper and Receptions in handling budgets and finances and billing
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

JOB SPECIFICATION AND OTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE JOB

• Level of Education/Academic Qualification
• At least Form IV – KCSE or equivalent.
• Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Business Related Discipline or its Equivalent
• Professional accounting qualifications – At least CPA II

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Strong management and leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Experience in computerized accounting system.
• Must be flexible and versatile.
• Work under minimum supervision

Relevant Job Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position.