Qona, Ex-Safaricom Sacco, Now Hiring: Here’s How Kenyans Can Apply

Qona Sacco aims to attract qualified candidates for different roles across multiple departments, offering positions 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 expansion and evolution plans following an asset total of over KSh 12.9 billion.

What positions can I apply for at Qona/Safaricom Sacco?

Senior Communications and PR Manager – Full-Time Position

The person in this role will oversee both internal and external communication, boost brand recognition, and sustain robust relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a similar discipline.
• A minimum of four years of professional background in communications, media, or journalism is required.
• 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 include being a Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP-K) or belonging to the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM). Additional value would come from holding a CIPS (UK) certification.
• A minimum of five years experience in procurement, including at least three years serving in a senior position within a financial institution, SACCO, or similar entity.

Marketing Assistant – Contract

This person will be responsible for attracting and keeping both 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-op or financial organization.
• Having customer service training along with experience in the cooperative sector will be beneficial.

Customer Service Representative – Temporary Position

The 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.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

Credit Assistant – Debt Collection – Full-Time Position

They will oversee the loan portfolio, guaranteeing prompt repayments and averting loans from turning into non-performing ones.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a similar discipline.
• At least 2 years of professional experience within the finance industry, including a minimum of 1 year specifically focused on debt collection and recovery.

Sacco pointed out that those selected successfully will be stationed at the Sacco offices located in Westlands, Nairobi.

How to Apply for Jobs at Qona Sacco

All candidates who meet the criteria and wish to apply should send in their applications along with a comprehensive resume.

Your CV 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 job positions for Kenyans to apply.

Safaricom aimed to bring aboard individuals for roles such as fraud analyst, M-PESA technical operations, and program management.

The organization extended an invitation to suitable and keen applicants to submit their applications for the positions prior to Monday, March 17, 2025.