The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops
General Secretariat
Introduction: The KCCB – General Secretariat is the National Administrative, facilitative and Coordinative arm through which the KCCB implements and co-ordinates various Pastoral programs at the National level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church in Kenya.
It is seeking an outstanding and results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions.
Administrative Secretary
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs secretarial duties, data entry, receives and screens office calls and correspondence, responds to routine telephone inquiries; forwards calls to appropriate party
Draft letters for the Head of department review to facilitate communication
Facilitate circulation of minutes and ensure execution of action plans/recommendations
Make all logistical arrangements for department staff
Accurately maintains a variety of logs and files.
Monitors departmental materials and supplies and orders as needed
Maintain the office registry
Receive and direct all visitors to the office
Prepare requisite documents for the Meetings and Workshops
Sort out mail and ensure dispatch to the proper destinations
Manage the office diary
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Advanced Secretarial studies
Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
Basic Accounting knowledge
Competence in Computer and related programmes
Minimum of 5 years professional experience
Personal Qualities
Able to work under minimum supervision
Has good interpersonal and communication skills including Coordination
Excellent written and oral communications skills in English
A good knowledge of social teachings of the Church, and Ethical principles
Property Manager
Purpose of the Post: To the position exists to oversee KCCB property management.
It will provide strategic property management and property development for KCCB enhance their management as well creating and maintaining accurate financial records of all KCCB properties.
Reporting Line: Reporting to the Finance Administrator.
Duties
Preparing and maintaining the books and records of properties ;
Accounting for investments in real property and record of investment acquisitions of real property;
Assist in reviewing annual property reconciliation ;
Accounting for property taxes and filing of tax returns;
Preparation for annual audit of property accounts and follow-up of management reports;
Preparation of monthly statements to tenants and follow-up on collections updates ;
Produce monthly tenant rent billing, account statements, monthly management accounts and monthly properties status reports;
Reconcile cash, prepaid rent, security deposits, and amortization/depreciation schedules ;
General management of properties, including general maintenance;
Work closely with property managers on budget preparation and expense tracking;
Work closely with property managers to complete financial reports in a time frame specified by the management agreement;
Prepare budget for property management
Qualifications
B.S.C in land Economics.
At least four years’ experience in property administration, coupled with at least three years accounting experience.
C.P.A Finalist or equivalent.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization.
Proven problem solver with the ability to work in a diverse team environment.
Flexible, professional with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities.
Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills
Performance Indicators: Extent of carrying out duties above.
Personal Traits: Must have a very clear idea of the Catholic Social Teachings.
Internal Auditor
Purpose of the Post: To evaluates all KCCB internal controls, processes, policies and mechanisms to ensure that they are adequate, effective and in compliance with regulatory principles, industry standards and corporate guidelines.
The holder of this position is expected to effectively manage the Kenya Conference Of Catholic Bishop’s Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance function to all areas of operations, in a manner that will accomplish the expected objectives
Reporting Line: Reporting to the General Secretary.
Duties
Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems of internal accounting and operating controls, governance and risk management processes within the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Review the reliability and integrity of financial information and the means used to identify, measure, classify and report such information
Review the means of safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence of such assets
Assist in the implementation of recommendations from external audit and Keeps the Finance Commission and General Secretary informed of the results of the audit and risk associated with Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops’ activities and services.
Evaluate any plans or actions taken to correct reported conditions for satisfactory disposition of audit findings
Establish quarterly audit plan and audit programs.
Follow-up on audit findings for the organization and Institutions for implementation of recommendations and make sure that adequate corrective action is taken and that it is effective.
Takes responsibility for coordinating external audit processes to completion.
Advises Senior Management on new developments that affect control and provides solution in a proactive manner
Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, Participate in the systems to determine whether
Adequate controls are incorporated in the systems;
Thorough system testing is performed at appropriate stages;
System documentation is complete and accurate
Qualifications
MBA degree and Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting/Finance or a business related degree;
Must be a Chartered Internal Auditor
CPA Finalist, ACCA or equivalent. CIA, CISA qualification and/or membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Must demonstrate high level of initiative, honesty, dynamic strategic thinking and Collaborative approach to governance.
At least three years’ experience in auditing in a busy organization.
A person of attested integrity.
Computer literacy in Pastel Software, Word, Excel, Power Point.
Performance Indicators: Extent of carrying out duties listed above.
Personal Traits: Must be a committed Catholic, with good recommendation from own parish priest
Applications should be addressed to:-
General Secretary
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops –General Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.
hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Applications must reach us on or before 15th July 2014
General Secretariat
Introduction: The KCCB – General Secretariat is the National Administrative, facilitative and Coordinative arm through which the KCCB implements and co-ordinates various Pastoral programs at the National level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church in Kenya.
It is seeking an outstanding and results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions.
Administrative Secretary
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs secretarial duties, data entry, receives and screens office calls and correspondence, responds to routine telephone inquiries; forwards calls to appropriate party
Draft letters for the Head of department review to facilitate communication
Facilitate circulation of minutes and ensure execution of action plans/recommendations
Make all logistical arrangements for department staff
Accurately maintains a variety of logs and files.
Monitors departmental materials and supplies and orders as needed
Maintain the office registry
Receive and direct all visitors to the office
Prepare requisite documents for the Meetings and Workshops
Sort out mail and ensure dispatch to the proper destinations
Manage the office diary
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Advanced Secretarial studies
Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
Basic Accounting knowledge
Competence in Computer and related programmes
Minimum of 5 years professional experience
Personal Qualities
Able to work under minimum supervision
Has good interpersonal and communication skills including Coordination
Excellent written and oral communications skills in English
A good knowledge of social teachings of the Church, and Ethical principles
Property Manager
Purpose of the Post: To the position exists to oversee KCCB property management.
It will provide strategic property management and property development for KCCB enhance their management as well creating and maintaining accurate financial records of all KCCB properties.
Reporting Line: Reporting to the Finance Administrator.
Duties
Preparing and maintaining the books and records of properties ;
Accounting for investments in real property and record of investment acquisitions of real property;
Assist in reviewing annual property reconciliation ;
Accounting for property taxes and filing of tax returns;
Preparation for annual audit of property accounts and follow-up of management reports;
Preparation of monthly statements to tenants and follow-up on collections updates ;
Produce monthly tenant rent billing, account statements, monthly management accounts and monthly properties status reports;
Reconcile cash, prepaid rent, security deposits, and amortization/depreciation schedules ;
General management of properties, including general maintenance;
Work closely with property managers on budget preparation and expense tracking;
Work closely with property managers to complete financial reports in a time frame specified by the management agreement;
Prepare budget for property management
Qualifications
B.S.C in land Economics.
At least four years’ experience in property administration, coupled with at least three years accounting experience.
C.P.A Finalist or equivalent.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization.
Proven problem solver with the ability to work in a diverse team environment.
Flexible, professional with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities.
Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills
Performance Indicators: Extent of carrying out duties above.
Personal Traits: Must have a very clear idea of the Catholic Social Teachings.
Internal Auditor
Purpose of the Post: To evaluates all KCCB internal controls, processes, policies and mechanisms to ensure that they are adequate, effective and in compliance with regulatory principles, industry standards and corporate guidelines.
The holder of this position is expected to effectively manage the Kenya Conference Of Catholic Bishop’s Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance function to all areas of operations, in a manner that will accomplish the expected objectives
Reporting Line: Reporting to the General Secretary.
Duties
Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems of internal accounting and operating controls, governance and risk management processes within the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Review the reliability and integrity of financial information and the means used to identify, measure, classify and report such information
Review the means of safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence of such assets
Assist in the implementation of recommendations from external audit and Keeps the Finance Commission and General Secretary informed of the results of the audit and risk associated with Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops’ activities and services.
Evaluate any plans or actions taken to correct reported conditions for satisfactory disposition of audit findings
Establish quarterly audit plan and audit programs.
Follow-up on audit findings for the organization and Institutions for implementation of recommendations and make sure that adequate corrective action is taken and that it is effective.
Takes responsibility for coordinating external audit processes to completion.
Advises Senior Management on new developments that affect control and provides solution in a proactive manner
Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, Participate in the systems to determine whether
Adequate controls are incorporated in the systems;
Thorough system testing is performed at appropriate stages;
System documentation is complete and accurate
Qualifications
MBA degree and Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting/Finance or a business related degree;
Must be a Chartered Internal Auditor
CPA Finalist, ACCA or equivalent. CIA, CISA qualification and/or membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Must demonstrate high level of initiative, honesty, dynamic strategic thinking and Collaborative approach to governance.
At least three years’ experience in auditing in a busy organization.
A person of attested integrity.
Computer literacy in Pastel Software, Word, Excel, Power Point.
Performance Indicators: Extent of carrying out duties listed above.
Personal Traits: Must be a committed Catholic, with good recommendation from own parish priest
Applications should be addressed to:-
General Secretary
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops –General Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.
hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Applications must reach us on or before 15th July 2014