JOBS AT ZANACO - DEADLINE 2 January 2017

Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc (Zanaco) is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following job aimed at contributing to the Bank’s strategic vision, in the Commercial Division under the Product & Channels Department at Head Office:-

ASSET PRODUCTS SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for leading the Asset Products team and responsible for asset product management and new asset product development for all customer segments of Zanaco with a view of improving customer experience with the Bank while maintaining established controls and processes. Responsible for driving the department’s asset product development and management agenda under the supervision of the Head Product Management.

DIGITAL INNOVATION SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for leading the creation of the Bank’s new ventures and business on digital to hedge the risk of disruption. The job holder will develop business cases and pitch decks for all proposed new businesses on wallets, payments, online loans or savings to project board. Planning the activities and milestones from concept to go to market of such ventures and direct execution for the department.

TRANSACTION PRODUCT SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for leading the Transactional Products and Services team and for driving the department’s Transactional Products and Services development and management agenda under the supervision of the Head Product Management.

DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Head-Marketing, the Digital Marketing Specialist will create and successfully implement Zanaco’s digital marketing strategy. The role holder will be responsible for maximizing Zanaco’s digital capabilities to create brand presence and drive engagement on the banks chosen digital channels including social media, search, RTB, website, branch TV etc. and create, place and manage engagement on the Bank’s chosen digital channels.

CUSTOMER VALUE PROPOSITION SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for building and maintaining customer relationships, maximizing business levels, service and profit performance in commercial banking whilst maintaining the portfolio within acceptable risk levels. The role holder is also responsible for supporting the Commercial Banking in the development of business strategy and customer risk mitigation strategies.

LITIGATION SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
To manage and coordinate litigation for the Bank and safeguard its interests by implementing sound litigation strategies and effectively managing stakeholder engagement.

LITIGATION SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
To manage and coordinate litigation for the Bank and safeguard its interests by implementing sound litigation strategies and effectively managing stakeholder engagement.

SMALL BUSINESS BANKING SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for Small Business Banking segment (SME Tier 2 and GRZ Tier 2) customer acquisition, retention and maximum growth on the existing book of business. This position ensures the delivery of a relevant Small Business Banking client value proposition and directs the overall performance of the Bank’s personal banking offering.

PERSONAL BANKING SENIOR SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
This position ensures the delivery of a relevant personal banking client value proposition and directs the overall performance of the Bank’s personal banking offering.

INTERNET & MOBILE BANKING SALES SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for driving growth and sustainability of Internet and Mobile Banking channel usage. To manage usage optimization of the Internet Banking and Mobile Banking value proposition.

DEPOSIT SALES SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Primarily accountable for executing balance sheet performance on liabilities, providing key enablers to the frontlines success in driving individual deposit product sales. Owns overall Profit and Loss (P&L) for all retail deposit products and drives initiatives required to achieve deposits product marketing and sales strategy.

ASSET SALES SPECIALIST (X1)
JOB PURPOSE
Primarily accountable for executing balance sheet performance on assets (specifically Mortgage and Auto leasing) providing key enablers to the frontlines success in driving individual asset product sales. Owns overall Profit & Loss (P&L) for all retail asset products and drives initiatives required to achieve asset product marketing and sales strategy.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications must have an application/cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae indicating the position being applied for in the subject line and should be sent by email to vacancies@zanaco.co.zm no later than Monday, 2nd January 2017. Kindly note that you do not need to send us copies of your qualification certificates at this point.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE COMMUNICATED TO. THE CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCE & TRAINING OFFICER HUMAN RESOURCES AND TRAINING DIVISION ZAMABIA NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANK PLC HEAD OFFICE P.O.BOX 33611 LUSAKA

AIRTEL ZAMBIA JOB VACANCIES

JOB TITLE: Key Account Manager

DEPARTMENT: Enterprise
VACANCY: Key Account Manager
LEVEL: 5
LOCATION: Lusaka

JOB PURPOSE

To effectively manage key business accounts, through selling, nurturing and growing the said accounts as per area of segmentation maximizes revenues through the supervision of sales.

REPORTING TO THE HEAD OF ENTERPRISE SALES, THE ROLE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Relationship Management

Update customer data
Contacts and visits prospective customers to determine needs
Maintains sales records and prepares sales reports as required
Product Penetration

Ensure 80% minimum Airtel product penetration with companies.
Ensure regular body visits to the customer including attending to senior management interaction and courtesy calls
Alert clients to new or improved products/services
Churn Management

Ensure no churn of large accounts
Revenue

Increase revenue by managing Usage and Retention activities with the large Corporates/organizations
To effectively manage very large business accounts with full accountability for product cross-sell, collections, and account management
Strong knowledge of enterprise data solutions
Perform sales activities for an assigned segment or product/service line to maximize sales revenues
Performs presentations; ensures resources are available for effective demos

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
Degree in a Business related discipline
IT literacy Basic computer skills in data base management
Excellent knowledge of ISP products within a product family
Excellent understanding of reporting and planning processes
Knowledge of internal and external sources e.g. clients investments enter business journals
Anticipation of customer needs and wants
Telecoms Product knowledge/usage of product by clients
Telecoms/Technology awareness
Basic accounting knowledge
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)

1 year customer care experience
3 +years of experience in a customer facing role
ISP/Telecoms technical sales experience is an advantage
Other requirements (Behavioral etc.)

Strong self-starter
Able to work under high stress with short term targets and objectives
Inter personnel skills
Cross functional appreciation
Business and commercial acumen
Ability to align strategies and systems to business needs

CLOSING DATE

Suitable candidates are required to send their application & Curriculum vitae to jobs@zm.airtel.com. Closing date for applications is Friday 23rd December, 2016.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will contacted.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGER - Access Bank Zambia Limited

Access Bank Zambia Limited commenced operations in September 2008. The Bank is a member of the Access Bank Group, a leading multinational, financial services franchise made up of seven African Banking subsidiaries and one in the United Kingdom.

Leveraging off the network and capabilities of the Group, we are at the forefront of innovation in the Zambian Banking sector pioneering electronic payment of taxes in 2010 and launching first U.S Dollar Credit Card issued by a Zambian Commercial Bank in 2012. Access Bank Zambia is seeking to recruit self-motivated, enthusiastic and innovative persons to fill the following position:

Relationship Manager

Reporting to the Head Commercial Banking, s/he will:

Draw up work schedules for identifying and marketing prospective customers
Plan and report on Marketing calls for the unit
Negotiate foreign exchange and credit rates with customers within limits set by the bank to ensure maximum profitability to the bank
Prepare the Team’s annual budget for consolidation and incorporation into the Group budget by the Group Head
Qualification and Skills:

Minimum First Degree from recognized university in a relevant discipline,
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a bank or other financial institution.

How to Apply:

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your email and use your full name and the job you are applying for as the filename of your application.  Applications should consist of your cover letter and CV only, in a single document. Hand delivered or posted will not be accepted. The closing date for accepting application is 16 December, 2016. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be e-mailed to: zambiahumanresource@accessbankplc.com

TREASURY SALES OFFICER - Access Bank Zambia Limited

Access Bank Zambia Limited commenced operations in September 2008. The Bank is a member of the Access Bank Group, a leading multinational, financial services franchise made up of seven African Banking subsidiaries and one in the United Kingdom.

Leveraging off the network and capabilities of the Group, we are at the forefront of innovation in the Zambian Banking sector pioneering electronic payment of taxes in 2010 and launching first U.S Dollar Credit Card issued by a Zambian Commercial Bank in 2012. Access Bank Zambia is seeking to recruit self-motivated, enthusiastic and innovative persons to fill the following position:

Treasury Sales Officer

Reporting to the Head Treasury, s/he will:

To sell Forex and Fixed Income products to clients
Raise deal slips for all transactions and maintain accurate records
Work with Team Lead Sales in identify new business opportunities for clients, and also keep them abreast of information on the following:-Institutional and Corporate clients, -Products
Provide quotes for clients
Perform other duties as assigned by Team Lead Treasury/Chief Dealer
Qualification and Skills:

Minimum First Degree from recognized university in a relevant discipline,
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a bank or other financial institution.

How to Apply:

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your email and use your full name and the job you are applying for as the filename of your application.  Applications should consist of your cover letter and CV only, in a single document. Hand delivered or posted will not be accepted. The closing date for accepting application is 16 December, 2016. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be e-mailed to: zambiahumanresource@accessbankplc.com

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER - Access Bank Zambia Limited

Access Bank Zambia Limited commenced operations in September 2008. The Bank is a member of the Access Bank Group, a leading multinational, financial services franchise made up of seven African Banking subsidiaries and one in the United Kingdom.

Leveraging off the network and capabilities of the Group, we are at the forefront of innovation in the Zambian Banking sector pioneering electronic payment of taxes in 2010 and launching first U.S Dollar Credit Card issued by a Zambian Commercial Bank in 2012. Access Bank Zambia is seeking to recruit self-motivated, enthusiastic and innovative persons to fill the following position:

Human Resource Officer

Reporting to te Head Human Resource, s/he will:

Implement Policies and Practices guiding the provision of Human Resources requirement for the organization
Implement training needs analysis system incorporating corporate strategic objectives/workforce model and individual training needs
Execute the whole spectrum of recruitment related tasks, including identifying key characters of outstanding candidates; developing major selection criteria; organizing interviews.
Delivery of retention strategies and initiatives
Implement the induction/on boarding programmes – ensure that on-boarding process of new staff is seamless
Qualification and Skills:

Minimum First Degree from recognized university in a relevant discipline,
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a bank or other financial institution.

How to Apply:

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your email and use your full name and the job you are applying for as the filename of your application.  Applications should consist of your cover letter and CV only, in a single document. Hand delivered or posted will not be accepted. The closing date for accepting application is 16 December, 2016. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

All applications should be e-mailed to: zambiahumanresource@accessbankplc.com

NATIONAL PROCUREMENT OFFICER - SOS Children’s Villages Zambia

SOS Children’s Villages Zambia is a childcare and development non-governmental organization working in 134 countries. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position in the organization.

NATIONAL PROCUREMENT OFFICER (1) – National Office

Qualifications & Experience

Full Grade 12 School Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement Management, CIPS Advanced Diploma
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience
Computer literate
Clean Driver’s license
Role objective

Responsible for coordinating and execution of delegated/approved purchasing functions; ensure transparency, credibility and value for money in supply contract terms, quality, costs and fulfillment/delivery timelines (of procured goods and services) across the organization. This may include tendering processes and administration of contracts in accordance with the procurement process, policies, and procedures of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing

Establish and rationalize Key Supplier Agreements, identify new opportunities, seek ways to improve efficiencies and ensure purchasing compliance.
Identify, control and develop purchasing processes and practices, to ensure the organization obtains the best value for expenditure on goods and services.
Provide support and advice to management and staff on procurement matters.
Audit and provide key advice in developing, reviewing and implementing purchasing processes and practice.
Review of purchasing arrangements with suppliers including price, delivery, performance and discounts to achieve reduced supply chain costs to the organization.
Develop, compile, reconcile, and/ or update information in vendor and stock databases to provide effective processing, information management and reporting.
Ensure compliance to the organization’s purchasing procedures.
Co-ordinate the overall operation of organization’s purchasing function to ensure goods, works and services are provided at the most competitive rates.
Obtain quotations for the purchase of goods, works and services to authorized limits
Provide staff training and control to other departments relating to the organization’s purchasing processes, procedures and guidelines.
Liaise with the organization’s suppliers to ensure the most up-to-date data is available for the supply of goods and services.
Monitor organizational procurement trends and implement improved procedures.
Tendering
Co-ordinate, monitor and review the tender and quotation process for the organizations, and where necessary in consultation with the organization’s legal opinion.
Actively monitor tender and quotation procedures across the organization identifying any deficiencies and recommend any improvements
Co-ordinate acquisition and disposal of organization’s vehicle fleet and plant.

Contractor Management

Drafting and negotiation of contracts and subsequent administration.
Preparation of Contract changes and amendments.
Review submissions from providers for conformity to contract specifications and make recommendations on acceptable contracts.
Direct activities concerned with contracts for purchase or sale of equipment, materials, products or services.
Examine performance requirements, delivery schedules and estimates of costs of materials, equipment and production to ensure completeness and accuracy.
General

Annually review purchasing/ ordering procedures, policies and guidelines.
Ensure transparency, credibility and adherence to all organizational processes, policies and procedures relating to procurement.
Preparation of reports and presentations to management as required.
Assisting with input and development of the procurement policies, systems and procedures.
Working in liaison and supervision of the location procurement officers.
Reporting Lines

The job holder will functionally report to the Human Resource and Administration Manager.
Personal Attributes

Ability to effectively interact within the organization, corporate and media houses.
Ability to work within strict deadlines.
Ability to multi task and able to travel out of station frequently.
Be of high moral standing and personal integrity.

Note: The job holder should have own accommodation in these locations.

All applicants should be conversant with child’s rights programming and safeguarding

To be considered for any of the above positions, apply to:

The Human Resource and Administration Manager,
SOS Children’s Villages Zambia,
National Office,
Plot # 23217 / 35,
PHI, Off Police Post Road,
P.O Box 37907,
LUSAKA.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 16th December, 2016

You can also email your application letter, CV and Copies of academic and professional certificates to jobs@sos-zambia.org. Ensure that you indicate in the subject line of your e-mail the job position applied for.
SOS Children`s Villages Zambia is an equal opportunity employer

CLINICAL OFFICER - SOS Children’s Villages Zambia

SOS Children’s Villages Zambia is a childcare and development non-governmental organization working in 134 countries. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position in the organization.

CLINICAL OFFICER (2) – Lusaka & Chipata

Qualifications & Experience

Full Grade Twelve School Certificate.
Diploma in General Clinical Medical Sciences.
Fully paid up member of the Medical Council of Zambia.
A minimum of three years (3) years of proven experience as Clinical Officer
Role Objective

To assist with general and specialized medical duties such as diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury, ordering and interpreting medical tests, performing routine medical and surgical procedures, and referring patients to other practitioners

Key Responsibilities

History taking and examination of patients
Ordering investigations and interpreting results
Diagnosing and Management of patients in out-patient
Appropriate referral and follow up of patients
Giving support and health education to patients and staff.
Reporting Lines

The job holder will functionally report to the Medical Centre Coordinator.
Personal Attributes

Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with other medical staff.
Ability to multi task where need arises
Ability to diagnose and understand various medical needs of the community
Be of high moral standing and personal integrity.

Note: The job holder should have own accommodation in these locations.

All applicants should be conversant with child’s rights programming and safeguarding

To be considered for any of the above positions, apply to:

The Human Resource and Administration Manager,
SOS Children’s Villages Zambia,
National Office,
Plot # 23217 / 35,
PHI, Off Police Post Road,
P.O Box 37907,
LUSAKA.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 16th December, 2016

You can also email your application letter, CV and Copies of academic and professional certificates to jobs@sos-zambia.org. Ensure that you indicate in the subject line of your e-mail the job position applied for.
SOS Children`s Villages Zambia is an equal opportunity employer

NETWORK MONITORING MANAGER - ZAMTEL

Title: Network Monitoring Manager

Closing Date: 16th December, 2016

OVERALL PURPOSE

Responsible for all real-time monitoring of alarms and alerts received from the NMS, EMS and NE’s. The incumbent will provide guidance in identifying and diagnosing all network alarms/alerts and performing first level intervention on all incidents.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Telecommunications
Professional Registration:

Member of EIZ

Minimum Experience :

Minimum of 5 years relevant technical experience in Telecommunications with specific skills Mobile, IP, or Fixed Network Technologies. Network management experience is required. • Should have hands-on experience in a multi-vendor network environment and tools
Key Skills:

Excellent troubleshooting skills
Technical knowledge of 2G/3G, IP/IMPLS, fixed access technologies and their generic architectures
Sound understanding of several specific ZAMTEL technologies/systems/procedures.
Enhances his/her technical knowledge through continuous learning

Interested candidates should submit their applications electronically via our website www.zamtel.co.zm

Applications should be sent electronically consisting of a letter and CV as a single document(PDF or word)

Applications should be saved and sent in the following format:

Job title_Name_CVnote
e.g. Senior_Network_Administrator_Bwalya_Mpundu_CVnote

Note: if you previously applied for this particular job and made a mistake in applying by sending an incorrect CV or Application and wish to change the file, simply re-upload the file and re-apply to update the previous document.

OPERATIONAL ASSURANCE MANAGER - ZAMTEL

Title: Operational Assurance Manager

Closing Date: 16th December, 2016

OVERALL PURPOSE

To manage network and operational risks, business continuity and proactive impact analysis; crisis management and recovery, operational reporting and network monitoring and diagnostics to drive Zamtel Network Operations to excellence.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Telecommunications/Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Professional Registration:

Member of EIZ
Valid ERB Licence
Minimum Experience :

Minimum of 5 years in Telecommunications
Familiar with O&M and technical support work flow and practices
Experienced in developing and leading an operations team within a network context

Key Skills:

Technical knowledge of Mobile and Fixed Network technology
Broad knowledge of best practice standards and processes
Has Sound understanding of all ZAMTEL systems and platforms
Fully proficient with operations processes

Interested candidates should submit their applications electronically via our website www.zamtel.co.zm

Applications should be sent electronically consisting of a letter and CV as a single document(PDF or word)
Applications should be saved and sent in the following format:
Job title_Name_CVnote
e.g. Senior_Network_Administrator_Bwalya_Mpundu_CVnote

Note: if you previously applied for this particular job and made a mistake in applying by sending an incorrect CV or Application and wish to change the file, simply re-upload the file and re-apply to update the previous document.

SENIOR MANAGER – ZAMTEL

Title: Senior Manager- NOC/SMC

Closing Date: 16th December, 2016

OVERALL PURPOSE

To provide supervision and technical leadership for all Zamtel Network Operation entities to ensure optimal performance of the Mobile and Fixed Networks and quality service provision in line with the business strategy while providing end-to-end.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Telecommunications/Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Professional Registration:

Member of EIZ
Valid ERB Licence


Minimum Experience :

Minimum of 7 years in Telecommunications, with minimum 3 years of experience in a managerial role (Network Operations)
Familiar with O&M and technical support work flow and practices
Experienced in developing and leading an Operations team within a network context
Key Skills:

Technical knowledge of Mobile and Fixed Network technology
Broad knowledge of best practice standards and processes
Has Sound understanding of all ZAMTEL systems and platforms
Fully proficient with operations processes

Interested candidates should submit their applications electronically via our website www.zamtel.co.zm
Applications should be sent electronically consisting of a letter and CV as a single document(PDF or word)
Applications should be saved and sent in the following format:

Job title_Name_CVnote
e.g. Senior_Network_Administrator_Bwalya_Mpundu_CVnote

Note: if you previously applied for this particular job and made a mistake in applying by sending an incorrect CV or Application and wish to change the file, simply re-upload the file and re-apply to update the previous document.

US EMBASSY ZAMBIA EMPLOYMENT

• VA 60-2016 Health Informatics Specialist. Closing date is December 12, 2016
• VA 61-2016 Administrative Assistant. Closing date is December 12, 2016
• VA 62- 2016 Associate Director of Programs. Closing date is December 12, 2016

GEO MARKETING & REPORTING ANALYST WANTED AT AIRTEL ZAMBIA

JOB TITLE: Geo Marketing and Analysis Executive

DEPARTMENT: Marketing

VACANCY: Geo Marketing and Analysis Executive

LEVEL: 6

LOCATION: Lusaka

JOB PURPOSE

Assist in performing complex regional business planning and analytics that involves the development and coordination of commercial business plans which ensures timely network rollout, accurate forecasting, customer centric network quality monitoring, and the overall tracking of adherence to agreed commercial plans.

REPORTING TO THE GEO MARKETING AND ANALYSIS TEAM LEAD, THE MAIN REPSONSIBILITIES ARE;

Site performance in line with capital investment board (CIB) submissions

Analyze Revenue and Marketing data to help the businesses to achieve the Targeted Revenue
Monthly traffic reports per site/town

Site analytics mentioned in (1) summarized into weekly and monthly performance
War Room Management

Be well knowledgeable of all KPIs impacting Zonal/ Location performance to be able to drive discussions with the ZBMs in the zonal business review meetings.
Responsible for updating all Site Dimension data as and when updates are available
Deliver a detailed and extensive weekly War room report for sharing with EC & Marketing managers.
Manage trail of issues raised from the zones and action plan resolution
Profile of new areas

Using tools such as “Landscan” and other geo marketing tools, provide detailed business case justification why sites should be deployed in suggested areas. i.e. projected revenues, customers to give a CIB approved return on investment.
Knowledge of local economic activities and planned settlement expansion.
Knowledge, Understanding and interpretation of Central Statistical Office (CSO) publications that impact locations.
Network rollout plans and subscriber projections

Knowledge and use of Map info and other geo mapping software
Team member of network planning committee, must have a presence in meetings and or sessions that have an impact on location based activities
Participate in the annual AOP exercise
Geo marketing surveys of new areas

REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Marketing/Business Administration/Demography/mathematics and Statistics with knowledge in GIS  OR Degree in Geography/Geomatic Engineering/Cartography and certificate in Finance
 2- 3 years of marketing experience (preferably product management) in Telecom.
Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
Excellent planning skills
PERSONAL BEHAVIOUR REQUIRED IN THE POST.

Ability to work through cross functional teams
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
High personal standards and goal oriented
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing
Good Team Player

CLOSING DATE

Suitable candidates are required to send their application & Curriculum vitae to jobs@zm.airtel.com. Closing date for applications is Friday 9th December, 2016.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

REVENUE REPORTING ACCOUNTANT WANTED AT AIRTEL ZAMBIA

JOB TITLE: Revenue Reporting Accountant

DEPARTMENT: Finance

VACANCY: Revenue Reporting Accountant

LEVEL: 5

LOCATION: Lusaka

JOB PURPOSE

The role is key to providing support on Revenue Accounting and Debtors management for Credit, Bank Guarantee, Corporate & Postpaid accounts and Site rentals.

REPORTING TO THE CHANNEL ACCOUNTING MANAGER, THE MAIN DUTIES WILL BE:

Prepaid and postpaid Revenue reporting

Provide RA validated Revenue reporting inputs from IT and Marketing to ACE for prepaid and postpaid and Review of revenue output from ACE team
Prepare and analyze revenue, monthly/quarterly revenue review
Ensure compliance with report input SLA
Debt Management

Proactive monitoring of potential bad debt and follow up with sales and commercial to expedite collections for Credit customers, Corporate, Partners & Postpaid debtors.
Liaison with Customer Service team & Credit Collection team on collections and representation at collections meetings held regularly.
Timely follow up on settlement of dues from collection partners.
Ensure completeness of bad debt provision every month end in line with SOP.

Distributor claims management

Monthly validation of Distributor Incentives calculation versus targets in liaison with S & D.
Ensure completeness of Incentive processing to avert omissions and inaccuracies.
Tracking and approval of Incentive orders duly validated by tax team through Order Management System and S&D portal are within SLA.
Ensure credit notes are passed based on Incentive schedule as incentive stock orders are booked to prevent debit balances on accounts.
Liaison with SCM/FR & AP for timely payment of incentives where applicable.
Responsible for accurate Target Incentive provisioning monthly to reflect true balance of Incentives Payable
Credit Management – Distributor debtors

Approval of distributor orders for credit accounts and Bank Guarantee to line with credit policy and within billing SLA
Provide twice weekly reconciliation of debtors to sales, marketing and Enterprise departments to facilitate timely collections on credit accounts
Daily review of age analysis for appropriate action.
Ensure compliance with terms & conditions of Bank guarantees & performance bonds held as security i.e. overdue amounts, limits, validity & release instructions from banks where applicable.
Initiation of timely reminders for renewal of security in line with Credit Policy.
Seeking waivers from group where in breach of policies to ensure smooth business operations and mitigate audit findings
Aligning of payment terms in place with those reflected in S&D portal and ASI
Overall management of bad debt on the portfolio to ensure no incremental provision is booked.
Daily monitoring of Bank Guarantee accounts
Dealer reconciliation & confirmation

Responsible for reconciliation of dealer accounts in line with SOP & distributor categorization.
Confirmation and sign off of balances for portfolio accounts
Obtaining No due certificates on all accounts
Report unusual transactions and discrepancies to Channel Accounting Manager
Balance Sheet Integrity

Reconciliation of revenue, deferred revenue accounts and debtors accounts.
Review and closure unreconciled items within SOP
Analyze various balance sheet accounts and reconcile monthly
Controls & Compliance

Adherence to SOPs in revenue accounting and reporting
Ensure compliance with SOP, credit policy and bad debt provisioning guidelines.

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and/Must have completed Part two of ACCA/CIMA
 3 + years in accounting
Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
Excellent planning skills

PERSONAL BEHAVIOUR REQUIRED IN THE POST.

Strong personal commitment to meet deadlines and ability to align other contributors in the organization
Strong Communication Skills – written and oral
Ability to function under pressure
Proactive
Ability to network and leverage on network to deliver results

CLOSING DATE

Suitable candidates are required to send their application & Curriculum vitae to jobs@zm.airtel.com. Closing date for applications is Friday 9th December, 2016.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CORPORATE SOCIAL INVESTMENT COORDINATOR WANTED AT MTN ZAMBIA

Job Title: Corporate Social Investment Coordinator

Responsibilities

Receive and screen proposals for corporate social investment support for basic requirements
Prepare and maintain data bank for Corporate Social Investment and Communications plans
Scan the press on a daily basis and prepares a weekly report capturing reported activities on MTN, Competition and the industry
Provides support for media events organized by the sub-unit & drafts all internal communications
Scan all internal communications sent by various departments and provide editorial comments

Publish approved communications on SharePoint for MTN Zambia staff consumption
Properly stores videos, pictures, press cuttings, newspapers, magazines, and other materials and collateral
Prepare and submit on a timely basis and agreed formats any weekly, monthly or special reports required
Stay abreast of developments in areas of expertise and performs to the highest ethical and professional standards
Candidates Requirements

Diploma – Journalism and Media Studies or related qualification
Minimum 2 years’ experience in fast paced and dynamic commercial environment
Media (including social media) Relations
Knowledge of telecommunications environment will be an advantage

Contact HR jobs: jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 09/12/2016

BUSINESS PLANNING ANALYST WANTED AT MTN ZAMBIA

Job Title: Business Planning Analyst – Finance

Responsibilities

Provide input regarding the impact of MTN Finance related financial decisions made across the business.
Tracking financial and non-financial business performance against budget/targets
Preparation of monthly management reporting pack for business performance including commentary
Provide inputs for the forecasting, planning, development and review of budget for MTN Finance department
Analyse the profitability of products and services and advise the business accordingly
Fulfil a specialist role for ad hoc projects where required, giving specialist input, making recommendations, identifying areas of risk and non-compliance and making recommendations as appropriate.
Translate targets and strategies into operational plans, ensuring alignment of these to business strategy, executing thereof and implementing corrective actions where necessary.

Candidates Requirements

BA Finance & Accounting
ACCA/CIMA-Finalist/fully qualified
Minimum of 4years financial analysis experience
2 years’ experience in a large organization
Advanced Excel skills
Experience in Sun Accounting System, IFS or Sage

Contact HR jobs: jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 09/12/2016

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT WANTED AT US EMBASSY

POSITION: Administrative Assistant

CLOSING DATE: December 12, 2016

WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week

SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-7 (Starting salary ZK 125,592.79 p.a.); Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): Base Schedule FP-7* (Starting salary $ 35,364 p.a.) *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington. A

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U.S. Mission in Zambia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Incumbent provides overall administration of a variety of office operational and logistical support activities, ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. Promotes customer service and results while working in close collaboration with operations, program and project staff of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1. EDUCATION: Successful completion of senior secondary school and diploma in administration, office management or management course is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: Five years of progressively responsible work experience in general office administration or program support services is required, including one year of experience with the U.S. government, other embassies, local government or non-governmental organization is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluent) reading, oral and written English is required; level III (Good working knowledge) of two local languages is also required. Language proficiency will be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Effective communications and interpersonal skills are required.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of host country social, business, and diplomatic customs, cultural, political knowledge is required. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, use of the internet and office appliances is required.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://zm.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/jobs and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office on telephone number +260-211-357000 extension 7284, 7153 and 7136 or by emailing HR_Lusaka@state.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified. 1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above); and 2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)

WHERE TO APPLY:

Human Resources Office: The Human Resources Officer Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 320065, Lusaka E-mail Address: HR_Lusaka@state.gov

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

EBU SENIOR MANAGER : MTN ZAMBIA

Job Title: EBU Senior Manager: Indirect Sales

Responsibilities

Provide input and feedback to company on market trends, needs and activities
Focus on relevant market segments for the development of segment specific value propositions.
Manage and resolve day to day operational requirements of the Enterprise Solutions portfolio.
Manage delivery of projects and products relevant to the Enterprise Solutions portfolio
Analyse new technology trends and innovations
Analyse key internal and external performance indicators
Consider the long term (1-2 years) implications of actions from a broad perspective including long term positioning and strategy
Develop and maintain indirect distribution channels for the EBU products and services
Manage the existing Reseller’s and drive acquisition through our partners

Requirements

Degree in Business/Sales/Marketing
At least 3 years experience of new business development and sales management.
Experience in management of Enterprise solution sets is added advantage.
Knowledge of market segmentation is essential.
In depth knowledge of telecoms architecture and components, GSM, etc.
Sound financial, project management and product development skills.

How to Apply

Contact HR jobs:  jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

* Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 02/12/2016

CREDIT CONTROL SUPPORT - MTN ZAMBIA

Job Title: Credit Control Support (Fixed Term Contract)

Responsibilities

Monitor credit to customers’ accounts to ensure that they have not exceeded approved limits, or take immediate corrective measures where such credit limits are exceeded.
Reconcile customer accounts correctly and liaise with customers for any adjustments
Prepare aging report highlighting areas requiring action
Prepare weekly collections forecasts and follow up action plans to ensure collection forecasts are achieved
Follows up with customers for collection of amounts owed to MTN on a daily basis
Prepare daily and monthly credit control activity reports


Requirements

Accounting  Degree or equivalent professional Diploma
3 years’ experience in financial and credit control
Customer relationship management
Effective Debt Management


How to Apply

Contact HR jobs:  jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

* Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 02/12/2016

NETWORK PLANNING & OPTIMIZATION ENGINEER

Job Title: Network Planning & Optimization Engineer

Responsibilities

Perform RF network design, planning and optimization activities
Ensure data integrity of various morphology/topography databases & drive test data for model calibration
Carry out area & site surveys to identify RF equipment location & antenna orientation
Analyse equipment co-location requirements for multiple operators & perform inter-modulation analysis
Undertake network performance improvement & optimization tasks
Work with regulatory agencies on spectrum issues, plan long term frequency planning
Understand equipment co-location requirements for multiple operators & perform inter-modulation analysis
Carry out optimization techniques for optimal site/cluster performance


Requirements

Bachelor of science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent with an emphasis in wireless telecommunications
2 years’ experience in RF wireless design engineering for telecommunications systems
Experience of mobile radio propagation aspects, GSM/GPRS & UMTS
Experience with Ericsson, Nortel, Nokia Siemens, Motorola, Huawei & Lucent


How to Apply

Contact HR jobs:  jobs.ZM@mtn.com

Please indicate the job title in the subject of your e-mail and use your full name and the job title you are applying for as the filename of your application. Application should consist of your letter and CV only, in a single document.

Hand delivered or posted applications will not be accepted.

* Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 02/12/2016