Kenya Airways Jobs
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1. Graduate Engineering TraineesWelcome aboard Kenya Airways!
Kenya Airways, a member of the Sky Team Alliance, is a leading African airline flying to 54 destinations worldwide, 44 of which are in Africa and carries over four million passengers annually.
The airline was recently voted the Leading Airline in Africa by passengers in the World Travel Awards.
It has also been voted the Leading Airline in Africa – Business Class four years in a row. Most recently it has scooped top awards at the Africa Investor (Ai) Tourism Investor Awards and was declared the Business Airline of the Year in Africa.
Position Title: Graduate Engineering Trainee
Position Ref No: IRC40305
About the program: As a Graduate Engineer Trainee in Kenya Airways we assure you that you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development.
You will build your engineering expertise and knowledge by completing 18 to 24 months program within Kenya Airways’ technical department as well as get an overview of the general business.
Kenya Airways’ core business is air transport and we provide this service by ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction; upholding the highest level of safety and security as well as maximizing employee satisfaction.
As a Graduate Engineer, your challenge will be to understand the intricacies of the aviation industry from an engineering perspective and in particular the way Kenya Airways works.
Upon successful completion of the program you will be placed within the technical department in a section that matches your skill, experience, competencies. The work is challenging, diverse and exciting.
Staff Development
The program includes both functional training, (theoretical courses), on the job training (practical courses) and leadership development.
Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career as an Engineer with Kenya Airways.
Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change.
There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager.
Minimum Requirements
University Degree (Minimum upper 2nd class) from recognized institution in Aeronautical; Electrical / Electronics; Mechanical or Telecommunications Engineering.
An overall KCSE grade of B+ (plus) and above or its equivalent
Must be between 24-27 years
Computer literate
Work experience in an engineering environment will be an added advantage.How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements, please apply through our website via KQ Career Opportunities
2. Treasury Manager
Position Ref No: IRC40423
Brief Posting Description: To manage the availability, security and utilization of funds in order to meet current and future obligations of the Airline at minimum risks and cost
Detailed Description
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on the effects and consequences of new business activities, with regard to capital availability and stakeholder management.
Together with the Head of Corporate Finance make decisions on the optimization of funding requirements to minimize the company’s risk.
Review existing bank accounts and facilities in order to ascertain which will meet the company’s strategic plans, while safeguarding against cash losses and risks.
Review the Treasury reports produced and consolidate them to allow executive management to make decisions within the parameters of available cash resources.
Advise on the implication of exchange control amendments, as well as on fuel and currency hedging, structures and policy, and provide recommendations for maximum advantage to be realized by the business.
Review recommendations on draw downs and repayments, as well as prepare and negotiate with external stakeholders on appropriate future provisions for aircraft financing, leasing, sale and / or leaseback. Source, negotiate & secure all banking facilities to meet current and future obligations at minimal costs.
Maintain bank accounts and mandates to ensure efficient operations, compliance and security of funds.
Prepare periodic cash flow forecast and review daily cash positions for decision making on optimal utilization of funds in investment and borrowing
Develop, Coach and motivate a high performing, innovative and inspired team so as to ensure delivery of set KRA’s.
Review exchange rate forecast for use by the Kenyan aviation industry to ensure uniformity in reporting and accounting for multi currency transactions.
Develop and maintain hedging strategies in multi-currency transactions and analyze foreign exchange regulations for compliance and to minimize financial risks.
Develop and maintain a process that assures that the company pays for goods and services consumed and that the amount paid is accurate.
Review bank reconciliation’s and related GL accounts to ensure accuracy of underlying records and prevent loss to the company.
Develop and maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions to ensure beneficial strategic opportunities are obtained.
Plan, Control and manage the sectional budget to ensure that the expenditure is within budget.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Economics. Master’s Degree in Business or Finance or Financial Derivatives (added advantage)
CFA or CPA (K) Qualification.
Minimum 7 years experience in an Accounting/Finance/Banking environment, of which 3 should be in a Treasury Supervisory role
Knowledge of current use of Derivative in hedging in a banking or corporate environment.
Advanced Training in use and design of derivatives.
Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
Excellent Analytical skills
Excellent Problem Solving skills
Excellent Negotiation skillsHow to Apply
If you meet the above requirements, please apply through our website via KQ Career Opportunities
