Qona Sacco aims to enlist qualified candidates for multiple positions across different departments, offering roles on both permanent and contract bases.
The collaborative community announced multiple available jobs covering areas such as transportation, purchasing, sales promotion, client service, and financial administration.
Previously known as Safaricom Sacco, the organization stated that it is looking for capable and enthusiastic individuals to drive its development and transformation plans following an asset total of over KSh 12.9 billion.
What positions can one apply for at Qona/Safaricom Sacco?
Senior Communications and PR Specialist - Full-Time Position
The person in this role will oversee both internal and external communication efforts, boost brand recognition, and keep robust relationships with stakeholders.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a similar discipline.
- At least four years of experience required in the fields of communications, media, or journalism.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office applications, content management tools, and various social networking sites.
Senior Purchasing Manager - Permanent Position
The applicant will oversee the procurement of products and services, manage suppliers, and handle contractual discussions.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Business is required. Having a postgraduate degree would be beneficial.
- Certifications required: You must hold either a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP-K) designation or be affiliated with the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM). Having a CIPS (UK) certification would also be beneficial.
- At least five years of experience in procurement, including a minimum of three years serving in a senior position within a financial institution, SACCO, or similar entity.
Marketing Assistant - Contract
This person will be responsible for bringing in and keeping new individual and corporate members, making sure they stay engaged.
The position is for a 2-year contract, contingent upon performance.
Requirements:
- A diploma in Sales and Marketing, Cooperative Management, or another area related to business.
- At least two years of experience in a marketing position, ideally within a co-operative or financial organization.
- Training in customer service along with experience within the cooperative sector.
Digital Marketing Specialist - Full-Time Position
The person in this role will enhance the Sacco brand, boost engagement, and improve conversion rates.
Requirements:
- A diploma in Sales and Marketing, Cooperative Management, or another related business area.
- At least two years of experience in a marketing position, ideally within a co-operative or financial organization.
- Having customer service training along with experience in the cooperative sector will be beneficial.
Customer Service Representative - Temporary Position
A Customer Care Assistant will offer skilled and polite assistance to both walk-in and online customers.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in a business-related discipline.
- At least three years of experience in a comparable customer service position.
- Excellent abilities in communication, personal interactions, and analysis.
Credit Assistant – Collection Services - Full-Time Position
They will oversee the loan portfolio, guaranteeing prompt repayments and averting loans from turning into non-performing assets.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a similar discipline.
- At least 2 years of professional background in the finance industry, including a minimum of 1 year specifically focused on debt collection and recovery.
Sacco pointed out that those selected successfully will need to work from the Sacco headquarters located in Westlands, Nairobi.
How to Apply for Jobs at Qona Sacco
All eligible and eager applicants are encouraged to send in their submissions along with an extensive resume.
Your resume must include details of three references and be submitted to careers@qonasacco.com by Friday, March 21, 2025.
Safaricom jobs
As reported elsewhere, Safaricom PLC has opened up employment positions for Kenyans to apply.
Safaricom aimed to hire people for positions such as fraud analyst, M-PESA technical operations specialist, and program manager.
The organization extended an invitation to suitable and keen applicants to submit their applications for the positions prior to Monday, March 17, 2025.