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Java Developer at Discovery Ltd.

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About Insure Systems
Discovery Insure Systems is a young dynamic team. We are constantly evolving and running with multiple projects simultaneously. We pride ourselves in the quality of work that we deliver and the ease and speed at which we can do it. Our aim to set the benchmark for efficiency in everything we set out to do.
Key Purpose

Design and implement robust, scalable and optimally performing systems using Java related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines laid out by Discovery.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Design:
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to Discovery Insure processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes.
  • Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed
  • Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise
  • Estimate development timelines based on business requirements
Development:
  • Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes
  • Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found
Testing:

Verify build stability and quality with development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects

  • Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
  • Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary
Support / Troubleshooting:
  • Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures
  • Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues)
Mentoring / Team development:
  • Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the Insure coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use
  • Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks
Personal development:
  • Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment
  • Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models
General:
  • Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions
  • Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support.
Personal Attributes and Skills
Technical Competencies
  • Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals
  • Knowledge of commonly used design patterns
  • Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch
  • EJB
  • HTML
  • JSF
  • JQuery
  • JAXB
  • Java Web Services JAX-WS & JAX-RS
  • Message Driven Beans
  • UML
  • XML/XSD
  • SQL
  • JAVA 7+
  • JTA
Behavioural Skills:
  • Action orientated go-getter, hungry to learn and add real value
  • Structured and analytical problem solver: Obsessive about finding solutions to problems: action oriented problem solver.
  • Able to plan, organise and prioritize own work
  • Able to multitask
  • Able to work independently
  • Team player: reliable, works actively with others towards common goal, communicates constructively, shares information, knowledge and experience, treats others in a respectful and supportive manner
Education and Experience
Essential:
  • 3+ years’ experience in Java development with exposure to core competencies listed
Advantageous Experience
  • REST Web services
  • JSON
  • Business Process Management Tools
  • Apache Camel
  • Apache Webserver Configuration
  • JBOSS Configuration
  • CSS
  • GIT
  • Integrated Build Tools
  • HTML 5
  • Knowledge of Short Term Insurance industry
Working knowledge of:
  • Software development within SDLC
  • Unit Testing
  • Data modelling and design of database structures
  • BSc Computer Science /Information Systems degree
  • Formal Java qualification
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Closing Date:26th November, 2021

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Commercial Planning Supervisor at Kenya Airways

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Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for optimizing inventory levels and ensuring efficient stock management through accurate demand forecasting, strategic planning, and collaboration with cross functional teams. The role aims to enhance operational efficiency, minimize carrying costs, and uphold product availability, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the organization’s supply chain and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities     

  • Adopt and implement planning vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
  • Develop and implement inventory planning strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
  • Generate and analyze inventory reports, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  • Generate regular reports on inventory performance, highlighting key metrics and trends
  • Leada team of inventory control staff provide training, support, and guidance to ensure effective performance and goal achievement.
  • Load, maintain and ensure integrity of item-level product forecasts in ERP Planning System
  • Monitor inventory turnover rates, identify slow moving or obsolete items, and recommend appropriate action
  • Create and track replenishment orders and shipments for continuous supply of stock to ensure availability.
  • Demand planning including review of historical consumption and forecasts with stakeholders
  • Coordinate with logistics and commercial warehouse teams to streamline inventory processes and improve overall efficiency
  • Review of NAS stores organization parameters in view of consumption trends and user decisions
  • Analysis of monthly inventory report from outstation to determine top-up quantities
  • Preparation of monthly stock status  and consumption index by product category
  • Conduct weekly stock review and flag any abnormal consumption
  • Implement and maintain best practices for inventory control, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing inventory planning procedures.

Job Requirements        

  • Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or other relevant business degree.
  • 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain environment. Preferable in inventory control & planning
  • Knowledge of inventory management.
  • Knowledge of Oracle ERP and other relevant IT tools
  • Professional certifications (e.g. CIPS, KSIM, APICS, CILT)
  • Member of Supply Chain Body CIPS, KISM, APICs, CILT

Closing Date : 8 April. 2024

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Sales Executives at M-KOPA Solar

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M-KOPA’s mission is to make high quality energy affordable to everyone. OUR GROWTH SO FAR… M-KOPA has connected more than 400,000 homes in Kenya,Tanzania and Uganda to solar power with over 550 new homes being added every day.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and deliver set sales targets within the designated territory.
  • Achieve and surpass sales targets of M-KOPA products by developing local networks.
  • Uphold the brand values of M-KOPA, including ensuring the M-KOPA retail point standard and guidelines are adhered to.
  • Recruit, train, coach, mentor & supervise a field-based team of Direct Sales Representatives (DSR) to meet the set targets in line with M-KOPA business goals.
  • Keenly monitor and evaluate the performance of DSRs to meet the performance standards.
  • Manage DSR inventory and resolve audit recommendations in line with M-KOPA audit resolution guidelines.
  • Design Sales and Marketing Strategy for the team to ensure Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly sales targets are reached.
  • Monitor and analyze the performance of Marketing campaigns.
  • Report writing

Requirements

  • B.Sc. or a Higher National Diploma Holder in any related field
  • 2 years of Sales experience in FinTech Microfinance, Insurance, Telecommunications, Mobile-Money, FMCG, or other products/services in Nigeria.
  • Excellent sales and negotiation skills
  • Ability to motivate and lead a team.
  • Planning, Organization, and Conflict-resolution skills
  • Excellent Presentation, Communication, Coaching, and People Skills
  • Great at leading a wide array of people to perform.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Should have a process-oriented mindset.

Closing Date : 15 April. 2024

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