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Hass Petroleum Oracle Apps DBA Job in Kenya



The Company: Hass Petroleum is a regional oil marketing company with a significant presence in East Africa and the Great Lakes region. 

We have fully fledged operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Somalia and the DRC, dealing with sale and distribution of white oils (Diesel, Petrol & Kerosene), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and our own brand of lubricants blended to world class standards.

The Job: We seek to recruit qualified and experienced Oracle Applications Database Administrator (DBA) to give support to Oracle users across the Company. 

The job holder is responsible for the performance, integrity and security of the database. 

The Oracle database system is the backbone of our operations, hence effective management and prioritization of activities is of paramount importance for the DBA.
 
Key responsibilities include;
  • Providing support for Oracle Applications R12.
  • Performance monitoring and tuning of Databases, Oracle Application Servers and E-business Software
  • Backup and Recovery of Oracle EBS R12 running on Oracle 11g
  • Planning, Testing and Performing software upgrades
  • Problem management [i.e., problem identification, management and resolution]; Patch analysis and patch application
  • Assisting with database loads and data conversion activities
  • Cloning and supporting environments, SR resolution
  • Analyze storage utilization and overall capacity planning for the EBS
  • Supporting the EBS services in a 7 x 24 high availability environment.
  • Actively manage incidents to ensure compliance against measurable service within documented tolerances and service levels
Required Technical Knowledge and Skills
  • Oracle Apps Certified DBA (R12)
  • Excellent Technical support and strong troubleshooting
  • In-depth knowledge of OS, EBS systems and application backups and restores.
  • Strong experience with system management tools and client/server environments
  • In-depth knowledge of Linux (Oracle Linux), SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Familiarity with SAN Storage and Raid Technologies.
  • Strong Shell programming expertise for task automation.
  • Demonstrated initiative, customer orientation and team work.
  • Solid knowledge of all aspects of Oracle/R12 ERP development, development tools, best practices and standards, including Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports.
  • Should have strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
Desired Qualifications and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Software engineering, IT or related fields from a recognized university
  • A minimum of seven (7) years’ of experience supporting R12 in Linux environment
  • Experience in providing production support in R12.
  • Experience using release management tools, including version control system and release management best practices.
  • A working knowledge of structured test methods and processes is definite plus.
  • Ability to work to aggressive and critical timelines.
  • Experience with their database software/web applications, Apache and web services.
  • Ability to communicate technical issues with non-technical users
  • Sound analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
To Apply: 

If you are interested and meet the required profile, please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration to recruit@hasspetroleum.com on or before January 24, 2013.

Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. 

Applications received after the deadline date will not be accepted. 

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Insurance Sales Executive and Insurance Sales Unit (Team) Leaders Jobs in Kenya



Insurance Sales Executive
 
Do you strongly desire to associate with a leading composite company in Kenya, with a strong presence in the rest of the East Africa Region? 

Are you searching for and attracted by an opportunity to sell and market life insurance products and services for a stable and reliable business partner? 

Are you motivated by a high degree of independence and an environment where what you’re earning directly congruent to your effort?

Then, we are interested in talking to you! 

We have openings in our upper hill Branch for suitably qualified candidates who, in addition to the above, also possess the following qualifications, attributes and proficiencies:
  • Mean Grade of C in KCSE;
  • Minimum age of 25yrs and above;
  • Entrepreneurial acumen and desire to run own business;
  • Motivated by the prospects of unlimited commission earnings;
  • Successful working experience in sales, marketing, teaching or any other relevant profession;
  • Good presentation and communication skills;
  • Ambitious, hardworking and motivated by achievement;
  • Highly networked and adept at connecting with people;
  • Prior experience in selling life or general insurance will be a definite advantage.
Insurance Sales Unit (Team) Leaders
 
Do you strongly desire to associate with a leading composite company in Kenya, with a strong presence in the rest of the East Africa Region? 

Are you searching for and attracted by an opportunity to sell and market life insurance products and services for a stable and reliable business partner? 

Are you motivated by a high degree of independence and an environment where what you’re earning directly congruent to your effort?

Then, we are interested in talking to you! 

We have openings in our upper hill Branch for suitably qualified candidates who, in addition to the above, also possess the following qualifications, attributes and proficiencies:
  • A first degree or higher diploma in related field.
  • Must have COP and IRA license.
  • Minimum age of 25yrs and above;
  • Entrepreneurial acumen and desire to run own business;
  • Motivated by the prospects of unlimited commission earnings;
  • Successful working experience in sales, marketing, teaching or any other relevant profession;
  • Good presentation and communication skills;
  • Ambitious, hardworking and motivated by achievement;
  • Highly networked and adept at connecting with people;
  • Prior experience in selling life and unit team leadership or general insurance will be a definite advantage.
If you match the above criteria, send your applications to recruitment@careerresources.co.ke before 24/01/2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Data Entry Specialists Jobs in Nairobi Kenya



Job: Data Entry Specialists
 
Location: Nairobi
 
Contract Details: Temporary

Our client, a Business Process Outsourcing Firm in Kenya is looking for Data Entry Specialists.

Candidates applying must have a minimum typing speed of 50 Words per Minute (50W.p.M) and be ready to start work immediately.
Qualifications and Competencies
  • Good computer keyboard skills-Typing speed over 50 Words per Minute 
  • Committed, focused and determined to succeed in life
  • 20-27 years only
  • Ability to work under pressure
To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Thursday 30th January 2014. 

Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line. 

Only serious candidates with the outlined qualifications need to apply.