Office of Judge of the Environment and Land Court (30 Posts)-Jobs in Kenya

Republic of Kenya

The Judicial Service Commission

The Judicial Service Commission of Kenya invites applications from qualified persons for the following position in the Judiciary.

Vacancies for the Office of Judge of the Environment and Land Court (30 Posts)

Ref: V/No.2/2012.

Terms of Service: Constitutional Office.

Period of Service: Retirement at the age of 70 years with an election to retire on attaining the age of 65 years.

Functions: A Judge of the Environment and Land Court shall serve in any Environment and Land Court station in Kenya and shall exercise the following functions:

(a) Have original and appellate jurisdiction to hear and determine all disputes relating to environment and the use and occupation of, and title to, land;

(b) Hear and determine disputes relating to:

• environmental planning and protection, trade, climate issues, land use planning, title, tenure, boundaries, rates, rents, valuations, mining, minerals and other natural resources;
• compulsory acquisition of land;
• land administration and management;
• public, private and community land and contracts, choses in action or other instruments granting any enforceable interest in land; and
• any other dispute relating to environment and land.

(c) Hear and determine applications for redress of a denial, violation or infringement of, or threat to, rights or fundamental freedom relating to the environment and Land under Chapter Five of the Constitution.

(d) Exercise appellate jurisdiction over the decisions of local tribunals in respect of matters falling within the jurisdiction of the court.

(e) Have supervisory jurisdiction over local tribunals, persons or authorities.

Constitutional and statutory requirements for appointment.

For appointment to the position of Judge of the Environment and Land Court, applicants must possess the following qualifications: -

(a) Hold a law degree from a recognized university, or be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction.

(b) Have at least ten (10) years’ experience as a Superior Court Judge or professionally qualified Magistrate; or

(c) Have at least ten (10) years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field; or

(d) Have held the qualifications specified in paragraphs (b) and (c) for a period amounting, in aggregate, to ten (10) years.

Notes:

(i) The experience may have been gained in Kenya or in any other country with a Common Law jurisdiction;

(ii) Knowledge and experience in environmental and land matters will be an added advantage;

(e) Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution and be of high moral character, integrity and impartiality. In addition, the applicants must demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, communication skills, fairness, good temperament, good judgment in
both legal and life experiences and commitment to public and community service.

The appointments shall be made in accordance with Article 166 (1) (b) as read with Article 162 (2) (b) and (3) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Interested and qualified persons are invited to make their applications by forwarding twelve (12) hard copies and a soft copy of the following: -

1. A letter of application.

2. A detailed and updated curriculum vitae summarizing the applicant’s bio-data including, background information, (such as community service, financial discipline, pro bono activity, involvement as a party in litigation and involvement in political activity including any financial contribution to any political party / parties and criminal record) legal practice / engagement for the last five (5) years, three (3) professional referees and two (2) character references who can verify and comment on the applicant’s past and present employment.

3. Completed Application for Employment Forms in triplicate — JSC 2A (for public officers) or JSC 2 (for other applicants).

4. Five (5) samples of any writings by the applicant, including but not limited to judgments, scholarly writings, legal publications or written submissions in legal proceedings that the applicant has authored/written.

5. The applicant’s three (3) recent coloured passport size photographs.

6. Declaration of income, assets and liabilities as at the time of making the application, using the prescribed form (The Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities Form JSC 2b). For those who are in Government employment, attach copies of return of declaration of income, assets and liabilities and for those in private practice attach income tax returns, for the last three (3) years.

7. Certified copies of testimonials and professional certificates and academic transcripts.

To:

The Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission,
P.O. Box 30041 -00100,
Nairobi.

Email: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke

So as to reach the commission not later than 23rd March, 2012

The JSC 2A and JSC 2 and the Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities forms are available free of charge at the Commission’s secretariat, Room 65A at the Supreme Court of Kenya Building, Nairobi during office hours.

The forms can also be downloaded from the Judiciary’s Website —www.judiciary.go.ke.

Only short listed and successful candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit, through fair and open competition, from the widest range of eligible candidates.

Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission

Assistant Engineer and Biomedical Engineering Technologist Job vacancies in Kenya

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has the following excellent career opportunities:

Assistant Engineer- Biomedical: REF: HRD/AEB/03/12

Reporting to the Hospital Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following among others:

• Designing and implementing programmes for preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
• Supervising biomedical staff.
• Participating in the acquisition, installation, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.
• Ensuring service level agreements for medical equipment are met by contractors and suppliers.
• Training user departments in handling medical equipment.
• Evaluating the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of medical equipment.
• Documenting written procedures for preventive maintenance.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Higher National Diploma in Medical Engineering.
• BSc. in Electronics and Electronic Engineering would be an added advantage.
• Minimum 4 years work experience, 2 of which should be at a supervisory level.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Good organisational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.

Biomedical Engineering Technologist: REF: HRD/BET/03/12

Reporting to the Assistant Engineer - Biomedical, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following among others:

• Carrying out preventive maintenance and repairs of medical equipment.
• Liaising with departments to roll out the maintenance schedule.
• Maintaining job cards for each job assigned.
• Participating in training user departments on handling medical equipment.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Medical Engineering.
• 2 years experience in medical equipment maintenance.
• Good organisational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.

Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
NAIROBI - 00100

OR hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than 16th March 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

High School Teaching Job opportunity in Nyeri, Kenya

An upcountry based private school needs high school teachers for the following subjects:

Mathematics, English, Kiswahili, History, Geography, C.R.E, Biology, Agriculture, Physics and chemistry.

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

• Should have five years teaching experience in form four
• Must have attained a mean grade of 8.0 or B- at K.C.S.E.

The primary school section also seeks applicants for all subjects.
Priority will be given to teachers who have taught reputable schools and those who have five years experience.

Apply in confidence to: V.N.M
P.O Box 12148-10100
Nyeri

Finance & Administration Manager Job vacancy in Kenya

Egis Bceom (K) Ltd, a subsidiary of Egis International, a French Consulting firm, is involved in infrastructure projects in and outside Kenya and has been experiencing a constant growth for the last 4 years. Main areas of expertise include road designs and supervision, multipurpose dam, water and sanitation projects, etc.

As a result of recent rapid growth experienced by the Company, Egis Bceom Kenya Ltd is seeking to recruit a Finance & Administration Manager who will work on a day to day basis in close collaboration with the Company’s Executive Director towards the development and achievement of the organization’s business plan and objectives.

Position: Finance & Administration Manager Ref: AD/FA/01/12

Job Purpose:

The Finance & Admin Manager shall be responsible for financial planning and analysis, financial budgeting, risk assessment and management, audit, financial reporting, financial controls, compliance, treasury, and investments.

The incumbent will also serve to manage all the administrative functions of the Company.

The Job:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate shall work with the Executive Director to provide leadership in planning and implementation of the Company’s strategic plan to ensure:

• Proper preparation and keeping of books of accounts
• Timely, accurate financial processes and reporting
• Development and implementation of sound financial policies, and maintain adequate cash flow
• Development and implementation of clear systems, procedures, policies for quality & expense control and administrative office system.
• Maintenance of a current and accurate inventory of all the assets

The Person:

• Relevant Bachelors Degree and be a CPA (K);
• Master’s degree in Business/Accounting or CPS will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 8 years progressively senior experience in a well established Finance /Accounts Department
• Up-to-date knowledge of current financial and accounting computer applications
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational and written skills.
• Honesty and unquestioned integrity in handling financial resources
• Proven problem solving and organization skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and flexibility.

Send your application letter and detailed CV with three (3) referees, by 15th March 2012 to:

The Executive Director,
EBK Ltd,
P.O. Box 56875 – 00200,
Nairobi. Kenya.

Safety Officer Job vacancy in Kwale Kenya

Safety Officer

To be based at the Coast, the Safety Officer will be responsible for offering advisory services to management on all Health, Safety and Environment issues.

These include and not limited to the following range of specialist areas; fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and ensuring implementation of health and safety strategies and developing internal policies.
• Implementing the company Health and Safety Procedures and developing local work procedures to comply with legal obligations.
• Carrying out job safety analyses and considering how risks can be reduced or eliminated.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented and are working well.
• Overseeing safety audits and keeping records of inspections’ findings and producing reports that suggest improvements.
• Ensuring that staff is inducted according to the Safety Procedure.
• Keeping up to date with new legislation and maintaining a working knowledge of all environmental, health and safety legislation and any developments in the industry, and liaising with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
• Maintaining a system for recording, reporting and investigating injuries, accidents and dangerous occurrences in the site.
• Providing regular statistical summaries to Management and drawing attention to significant trends and occurrences.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Sciences.
• Professional Certification in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Proven record of at least 7 years HSE experience in a reputable organisation.
• Flexibility to varying working hours.
• Customer service oriented.
• A mature individual with high level of discretion and unquestionable integrity.

Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV on or before 9th March 2012 to willemgons@gmail.com clearly indicating Safety Officer on the email subject

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

PACE Project Consultants -(USAID / Kenya)- Jobs in Kenya

Development & Training Services Inc (dTS) is implementing the Kenya Performance, Analysis, Communication and Evaluation, (PACE) project providing a range of monitoring, evaluation, assessment, verification, reporting and performance management services in support of USAID / Kenya’s portfolio of development assistance to Kenya.

The Kenya PACE Project is seeking applications from Consultants and candidates who have specific expertise in the following areas;

M&E Officer with expertise in NRM and Environmental Impact Assessments

• Graduate degree with 8 — 10 years M&E related experience on international donor projects in Kenya, including significant experience on USAID funded projects.
• Certification with NEMA for Environmental Impact Assessments is mandatory.
• Specific experience should include documented history managing field staff, conducting evaluations, preparing monitoring reports, data quality assessments, and training.

ARC (OFDA) Evaluation Team Leader:

• 10 years experience in implementing agriculture and agro-pastoralist programs in region, with direct experience in Kenya
• Completed high quality performance evaluations of USAID projects
• Understanding of the political, economic, and agro-pastoralist context in Kenya

Mid-term Evaluation for the Kenya Dry Lands Development Project (KDLDP)

We are seeking 3 candidates with at least a relevant Masters Degree, Ten or more years relevant experience in Kenya and Sub-Saharan Africa

1. Social Economist/Evaluation Expert:

• Experience managing projects or performing academic research in the field of livestock or pastoral livelihoods and leading evaluation teams;
• Strong background in gender analysis;

2. Livestock Specialist:

• Experience working with pastoral societies;

3. Management and Operations Specialist:

• Familiarity with new management tools or technologies available in Kenya preferred: M-Pesa or smartphone-based management and communication tools, for example.
• Water, Sanitation and Health (WASH) evaluation covering three separate water projects:
• 5-10 years experience in Sub-Saharan Africa with a focus on Kenya.

1. Social Economist/Evaluation Expert (with a strong background ¡n gender):

• Minimum Bachelor degree in the field of social economics; Master Degree preferred;
• Ten years or more experience with the management, analysis and evaluation of water programs and issues in Sub- Saharan Africa

2. Water Infrastructure Specialist:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering with a water focus or Master’s Degree in Geology with a hydro-geology focus and ten years or more experience managing and evaluating water development programs in the developing world.

3. Environmental Health Specialist:

• MPH/ Doctorate of Medicine! Nurse Practitioner with a specialization in environmental health
• Ten or more years managing or evaluating Water, Sanitation, and Health programs

Qualified candidates with relevant experience should send a current resume and cover letter specifically addressing the stated qualifications to: PACErecruit@onlinedts.com

Regional Operations Programme Officer-(Sightsavers )- Job in Kenya

Location: Open to all from East Africa Countries but position will be based in Nairobi

Sightsavers, an international development organization that promotes the prevention and cure of avoidable blindness, and promotes equality and opportunity for disabled people, seeks to recruit a mature, experienced, self driven, dynamic and result oriented individual who is keen to develop a career in a dynamic organisation and challenging environment.

Working with Partner organisations and within the existing policy framework, you will take responsibility for developing and managing regional programmes as well as establishing new country programmes. You will also support country programmes in M&E and promote quality assurance and standards of programmes in the region. Reporting to the Regional Director in the East, Central, and South Africa (ECSA) Region, your key areas of responsibility will be:

• Ensuring effective Programme management of regional programmes.
• Networking effectively outside of the organisation to develop regional alliances, and to represent the organisation effectively in external events
• Establishment and line management of new country programmes.
• Strengthening and coordinating the monitoring, evaluation, impact assessment and learning systems In the region, ensuring that these are in line with Sight Saver’s policies, standards and approaches.
• Collaborating effectively within the organisation to ensure capability is accessed in support of country level programmatic and cross cutting regional activities

Key Requirements

• We are looking for an experienced development professional with sound experience in programme development and management. M&E and, in particular, promoting learning.
• You will possess a post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies, public health or a related field, and have a minimum of 7 years working experience in an NGO environment.
• Also required is experience in strategic planning, programme development and quality assurance.
• You will also be a person of high integrity with good interpersonal, planning and organizational, facilitation, report writing and computer skills.
• In addition, you will have the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision and the flexibility to travel extensively.
• As an equal opportunities employer we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community.
• Qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications should be sent to the email address below.

It should highlight why you are the best candidate and include a detailed CV with a valid email address, your Skype address, day time telephone number, current remuneration details and names and contacts of three professional referees.

Closing date: 16th March 2012

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

RTI Intern. : Chief of Party, Engagement Manager, Grants & Operations Manager, Assessment & Evaluation Specialist, Agri. Innovation Specialist- Job vacancies in Kenya

RTI International is recruiting for the following job positions in anticipation of a five - year innovations in agriculture program in Kenya.

The program will focus on harnessing innovaban for cutting-edge results in selected agricultural value chains through private sector strategies to impact household incomes andlor nutrition.

This program goal will be achieved through: testing, cultivating, and adapting innovations which further the Feed the Future Strategy in Kenya and promote opportunities for women, vuth, and vulnerable populations; support broad adoption of innovative approaches across target populations: generate sustainable and scalable private sector solutions; identify and promote innovations with the potential for cross national and/or global adoption; and identify and support Kenya for-profit and not-for- profit entities in agricultural value chains

Chief Of Party - The Chief of Party will assume responsibility for overall program management, developing a strong, coherent technical vision and initiating innovative strategies across the program, Supervise program operations, personnel, M&E. and preparation of periodic wntten reports to USAID and RTI headquarters. Manage process to identify potential innovative solutions to agricultural productivity and food insecurity.

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Business Administration or related field, plus a minimum of 12 years of experience overseas. At least 7 years’ experience in venture capital or relevant private sector experience.

Engagement Manager - Responsible for conducting assessments of applicants, determining the technical assistance needed for each innovation, and managing the requests for technical assistance.

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Business Administration or relevant technical field required plus a minimum of 7 years experience in management consulting or venture capelai markets.

Grants And Operations Manager - Oversees the management of the grants under
contracts program. Responsible for the operations, accounting and financial functions for the program to ensure compliance with USAID regulations.

Qualifications: Masters Degree in accounting, business, finance, or a relevant discipline and a minimum of 5 years in finance/accounting. Five years experience managing grants and compliance on large, complex programs, preferably USAID-funded.

Assessment And Evaluation Specialist - Design and oversee rigorous assessments of
innovation grantees.

Qualifications: PhD required in relevant field. Five years experience conducting
evidence-based assessments. Previous USAID M&E project experience required.

Agricultural Innovation Specialist - Responsible for the overall agricultural focus of the project working closely with the COP to develop a private-sector oriented vision for adoption of improved agricultural practices.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in a relevant field. Seven years’ private sector agricultural experience or similar experience required.

Please email cover letter and CV to KenyaGovernance@rti.org . Applicants must include the Position Title in the subject line of their email.

Research & Writing Job opportunity in Kenya

Excellent academic writers with knowledge in writing reports, essays, term papers and research papers with knowledge in all referencing styles.

Description: The job is home based so one has the freedom to choose the hours they want to work.

Qualifications

• Any University degree from a recognized university
• Excellent English
• Knowledge of the different referencing styles i.e. APA, MLA, Chicago-turabian and Harvard referencing styles
• The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision.
• Writing experience of more that 6 months
• Internet and computer access at home
• Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.

Pay: Ksh150 per page or more according to work complexity

Any interested person with the above qualifications may send his/her CV and two samples of his/her previous writings to
writing.felly@gmail.com

Pharmaceutical Technologist Job vacancy in Machakos, Kenya

A well established pharmacy in Machakos town, is seeking to recruit professionals for the following vacancies.

Pharmaceutical Technologist (2)

Overall Responsibilities

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager:

Duties: 

• Effectively manage the dispensing of all drugs.
• Check and advice on the expiry of the drugs and disposal of the same.
• Ensure proper management of Pharmacy Records.
• Ensure effective stock controls.
• Prepare Comprehensive Monthly report to the Management.
• Perform any other duties which may be assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

• At least 2 years relevant work experience
• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
• Valid registration license by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• At least one year working experience in a busy pharmacy.

Applications Deadline: 10th March 2012
City/Town: Machakos
Wage/Salary: Negotiable
Start: March 2012 Or Early April
Duration: Contract
Type: Full Time
How to apply: email resume to info@hammergroup.co.ke
Company Contact: 0773642238

Risk Management & Compliance Officer Job vacancy in Kenya

Job Description

Position : Risk Management & Compliance Officer.

Reporting to : 

i) Operationally: Chief Executive Officer
ii) Functionally: Board Risk Committee

Overall Responsibility

To partner with management to provide continual risk assessment and in the development of comprehensive policies, procedures, compliance training, protocols, internal investigations, plans and implements risk management strategies and processes.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy:

• Evaluate the strategies, policies, standards, procedures and related practices for the management, and recommend appropriate changes.
• Proactively participate in developing and managing organizational plans for continuity of business operations and information processing systems in the event of a disruption.
• In liaison with departmental managers, initiate follow-up action to ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Identify areas of improving the company’s performance and efficiency through optimal utilization of resources and avoidance of waste.
• Assess the adequacy of management decisions and their effectiveness to help maximize operational efficiency in a competitive market environment.

Security:

• Evaluate the logical, environmental, and infrastructural IT security to ensure that it satisfies the organization’s business requirements for safeguarding IT assets against unauthorized use, disclosure, modification, damage, or loss.
• Proactively contribute to systems design, planning and development with particular emphasis on systems security and controls.
• Safeguard company assets against loss, misuse, damage or unauthorized disclosure.

Systems:

• Carry out operational audit designed to identify bottlenecks and shortcomings in our systems, and propose remedial measures.
• Continuously review and monitor existing systems to improve their effectiveness and to ensure that agreed policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Continuously review the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization’s implementation of ongoing management information systems and infrastructure to ensure that they adequately support the organization’s business objectives.
• Evaluate the methodology and processes by which the business application system development, acquisition, implementation, and maintenance are undertaken to ensure that they meet the organization’s overall strategy and objectives.
• Evaluate business systems and processes to ensure that risks are managed in accordance with the organization’s business objectives.
• Compiling and discussing reports detailing findings, implications and recommendations for system improvements.
• Evaluate application of internal operational guidelines/manuals, identify deviations and recommend appropriate changes whenever necessary.

Financial Audit:

• Evaluate the payment, receipting, debiting, claims processing and credit control procedures to ensure compliance with approved authority and budgetary levels.
• Undertake ad hoc check on the usage of petty cash to ensure that it is used for authorized purpose and that the float limit is adhered to.
• Evaluate the efficiency of the accounting and book-keeping systems to ensure that the control accounts at all times tally with the subsidiary records and that an audit trail is at all times available.

Person Specifications:

Academic Qualifications
Relevant Business related Bachelor’s degree

Professional Qualifications
Qualification in Risk Management/Audit and Insurance

Experience
5 years experience in Insurance Risk Management

If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your c.v to henry@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line so as to be received on or before March 15, 2012.

Sales Executive Job opportunity in Kenya

The position reports to the Head of DMS division who reports to the managing Director.

Working within the sales team you will be responsible for building and developing a successful sales pipeline. This is a new business role and you will be expected to generate leads by participating in a number of sales activities: The Ideal candidate should have experience and proficiency in IT System workflow, system analysis and design skills.

Key Tasks

• Provide high-level direct client contact with corporate clients.
• Cultivate relationships at the highest levels of top target market companies
• Provide executive level representation at high-stakes meetings with prospects, clients, and technology/channel partners.
• Provide accurate and timely Forecast’s and Funnel using the appropriate Sales Tools and Processes and maintain all relevant information about Customers, Prospects, Campaigns, and Leads.
• Drive revenue through long-term, high-dollar contacts.
• Develop new markets as needed by clients.
• Consult with clients on their IT and DMS needs and creative design solution to meet client needs
• Provide feedback to the rest of the organization on how to better satisfy client needs.
• Collect debt in allocated accounts.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as requested.
• Provide excellent customer experience to existing and new clients

Academic Qualifications:

• Degree or Higher national Diploma in Computer science
• Sales and Marketing certificate will be an added advantage
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Other desirable & Professional qualifications

• The ability and desire to sell
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build relationships at multiple levels to work cross organizationally toward solutions; excellent leadership and consensus building skills
• Excellent presentation Skills
• Strong Commercial awareness
• Confident and determined approach
• A high degree of self motivation and drive

Experience:

Previous Sales experience through internship or past working experience with strong relationship building skills.


Asst HR & Admin Officer
XRX Technologies Ltd
7th Floor Vanguard House, Crossway, off Chiromo Lane Westlands
P.O Box 27346-00100 Nairobi, Kenya

www.xrxtechnologies.co.ke

Teacher And Front Office Assistant-(Mimshach Academy)- Job In Nairobi

Mimshach Academy
P.O BOX 1382-00600
Ngara, NAirobi
E-Mail: mimshachacademy@yahoo.com
Web: www.mimshachacademy.org

Mimshach Academy Teacher And Front Office Assistant Jobs In Mathare North Area Three.
Mimshach Academy is located at the heart of Mathare area three, Ruaraka division, NAIROBI town.

The academy aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can learn and grow through creative play. We offer a secure and warm environment where children blossom. We see every child as being special and make learning fun. The Academy caters for children from 1.5 to 6 years.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the following positions to join our able team in May 2012.

Kindergarten Teacher 

Reporting to the school principal, the successful candidate should have experience dealing with day care to pre-unit classes.

Essential Functions

• Planning activities that meet the social, physical and emotional needs of the children
• Ensure the children are well when under his/her care
• Devises games and activities, and also provides playing equipment, and ensure the playing facilities and equipment are clean and safe
• Develop the lesson plans and schedule of activities for the kindergarten
• Supervise the children as they learn and play
• Devises activities that introduce math and grammar concepts and makes note of the children’s progress both socially and intellectually
• Discusses the children’s progress with their parents and keeps them informed

Qualifications

• A diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) from KHA or equivalent college
• At least 3 years working experience in a kindergarten setting
• Ability to prepare teaching aids and lesson plans
• Ability to establish and enforce rules for behavior and class control
• Good organization and communication skill
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
• Ability to meet deadlines and sometimes work for long hours

Front Office Assistant

The successful candidate will provide overall administrative support for the school.

He/she will be expected to provide an effective, customer friendly reception, telephone handling and administrative support services for the school.

Essential functions

• Welcoming all visitors to the school and ensuring they sign the visitors books
• Receive all incoming calls and answer general enquiries
• Ensure that callers, parents and visitors to the school are dealt with in a courteous professional manner and directed to the appropriate member of staff
• Maintaining an inventory of school supplies and ensuring that there is always adequate supplies of school consumables, e.g. stationary, food etc
• Maintain a general filing system and ensure all correspondences are file all correspondences
• Maintain accurate records of absence, calls, messages, and orders, etc
• Collect and record all fees received from parents
• Manage and monitor the school petty cash
• Ensure that relevant basic information about the school is up to date and available for all visitors (timetables, term dates, and school events)
• Assist in First aid services in the school

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Front office management from a recognized college
• At least one year working experience in a similar environment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills
• Meticulous attention to detail in reporting the written or spoken messages of visitors or incoming enquiries
• Ability to prioritize enquiries for immediate attention

If you meet the above requirements, kindly Forward your resume to:
mimshachacademy@aol.com/ erickbeemay@aol.com for consideration or bring copies of your cvs and drop by the reception.

Canvassing by any means will lead to automatic disqualification and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Research Assistant job-to Participate in Study at Naivasha District Hospital

Research Assistantto Participate in Study at Naivasha District Hospital 

(1 position)

Position Summary:Applications are invited for to apply for the position of Research Assistant. The position will be for at least 2 months. The primary purpose of this position is to enroll and follow up study participants.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have at least a KCSE C plain or equivalent
• Preferably an applicant with Clinical Officer or Registered Nurse diploma
• Clinical experience with inpatient surgical wards and/or the operating theatre: PLEASE DO NOT SEND AN APPLICATION IF YOU HAVE NOT WORKED IN A HOSPITAL OR HAD EQUIVALENT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
• Previous experience in electronic data entry will be an added advantage

Terms of employment for this position: Full-time position (Mon – Sunday).

You must be available to start by 15th March 2012 and willing to relocate to Naivasha for duration of data collection.

Please send the following by email to the Principal Investigator (Deadline: 8th March 2012):

• Application letter r explaining your qualifications for this position
• Curriculum vitae
• 2 references (include contact information (phone and email))

Principal Investigator: rachel.idowu@vanderbilt.edu

Graphic Design Intern Job vacancy

Graphic Design Intern 

Duties

• Develop promotional materials for marketing which include: Press Releases, Newspaper Adverts, fliers, Posters, Brochures, T-shirts, Table Tents, Banners, etc.
• Preparation of large format printing for bill boards and signages and liaising with the outdoor advertising companies to ensure the billboards is put up.
• Ensure timely placement of advertisement orders by liaising with the dailies on adverts to be put on newspapers.
• Developing design briefs by gathering information and data to clarify design issues.
• Thinking creatively to produce new ideas, contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall task.
• Keeping abreast of developments in IT, particularly design programs.
• Working in consultation with the website designer and marketing specialists.
• Use a wide range of media, including photography and computer aided design to ensure production of accurate and high quality work
• Brainstorming and mocking up design ideas on better designs.
• Enquire on the correct specifications of the items and their right images.
• Uphold the company’s brand image and ensure accuracy of all jobs done.
• Preparing and printing of staff identification cards, business cards, letter heads and complimentary slips.
• Any other duties assigned by the management.

Qualification

• Minimum degree or diploma in graphic design
• Previous internship in graphic design will be an added advantage

Interested candidates can send their resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

Indicate on the subject line GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN.

Motobike rider job opportunity

Rider

Duties

Collective and individual responsibility of company resources and assets i.e. stocks, stocks in
trade, furniture and computers.

To deliver customers’ orders in line with customer’s instructions, stores and dispatch cocoordinator’s instructions in a timely manner with excellent customer service.

Ensure that goods reaching the customer are in the exact quantity and quality issued and are
not broken.

Ensure safety of customers’ goods during delivery and on time delivery.

Ensure that the company’s motor cycle is safe and avoid unnecessary arrests by observing
correct road user regulations and Highway Code while on the road.

Ensure proper use of City Council parking.

Collect company cash, cheques and quotations from customers and presenting them to
accounts.

Ensuring safety of stock when handling them and also be held responsible for all the stocks that
are under your care.

Listen to customer complaint and report the same to the sales team/management.

Putting in writing customers feedback, complain and forward it to the management for
appropriate action to be taken.

Ensure the company motor cycle assigned to you is clean, has valid licenses, is fueled and
serviced on time and is used as per the laid down company policies and procedures.

Ensure that all safety gadgets are worn when delivering goods to customers.

Any other duties assigned by the management.

Qualifications

• Be a holder of a driving license class BCEFG
• Possess a valid certificate of good conduct
• 3 years experience as a rider
• Good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
• Interested candidates can send their resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

Indicate on the subject line RIDER.

Construction Project Manager Job vacancy in Tanzania

Position:Construction Project Manager

Location: Tanzania

Industry:Construction

Our client, a leader in the Construction Industry in East Africa in Building and Civil engineering  work including Project Management with the Head office in Dar- es- salaam is looking for a self driven and proactive Project Manager.

They will provide management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment while ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Keys Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage 2/3 Construction Projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality, timelines and safety standards.
• Develop a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resources.
• Select and coordinate work of subcontractors working on various phases of the project.
• Oversee performance of all trade contractors and review architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.
• Responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.
• Supervise staff; review their reports, checks on any reported difficulties, and corrects any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
• Track and control construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated.
• Reports to owners and architects about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicated.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. A postgraduate degree in project management is an added advantage.
• At least 8 years of experience in the similar role.
• Must have done large civil/building construction projects and have been individually responsible as project manager/ head for at least 2 projects.
• Must be working with a reputable construction company.
• Excellent Communication skills.

To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 16th March 2012.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Eco Cabs Drivers / Controllers Job vacancy in Kenya

Eco Cabs is a new fleet of Toyota prius hybrid taxis launched in February 2009, it comprises only of first and second generation.

The cabs provide customers with high standard services and the option of having the least impact on the environment (emissions) at the most competitive price.

The cabs primarily focus on the increasing number of companies and organizations that are interested in using green transport services for their executives and staff (airport transfers and other services within the city).

Eco-cabs also seek to appeal to individuals who are interested in making a contribution towards lessening the impact on the environment from their day to day activities.

Eco Cabs, a Taxi Firm Company based in Nairobi Westland area and serving the top notch of the Hospitality sector, seeks to employ suitable Kenyan Citizens with the right attributes to fill the position below:

Drivers

The ideal candidates will report to the Fleet Manager through their immediate supervisor.

Duties will include

• Driving Company clients as per the request given.
• Driving hotel guests to the airport and various destinations
• Any other duties assigned to you from time to time.

Interested applicants should be in possession of the following minimum requirements;

• Minimum grade D+ or above at ‘O’ level.
• Aged Between 20-40 years.
• Possess a Valid driving license class “BCE”
• Have at least 2 years experience in a similar position in a large organization.
• Good command of spoken English, Kiswahili and preferably foreign language will be an added advantage.
• Must be very well conversant with Nairobi and its environs.
• Pleasant personality, smart with customer care and analytical skills.
• In possession of a certificate of good conduct and must not have been punished for any traffic related offense.
• Ex - NYS trained or Security related experience will be an added advantage.

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV, a copy of the driving license and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the email address jobs.ecocabs@yahoo.com below to reach us by March 15 2012.

Forklift Operator Job opportunity in Dubai

Forklift Operator

Dubai

Skills/Requirements – Certified/knowledge of driving a forklift and aware of Forklift safety standards and GMP rules – Able to communicate with multinationals and capable of working under pressure

Salary Ksh36,000 Net to include approved accommodation, food, transport and 1 x flight back to Kenya per year

Contract: Minimum 2years

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to;

grace@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Sales Supervisor Job opportunity in Kenya

Our Client a manufacturing firm in the food processing industry Based in Nairobi and Mombasa wishes to recruit an individual to fill the position of a Sales Supervisor. This position calls for a strategic thinker, expert business builder and an intuitive selling and marketing ability.

The main aim of the job is:

• To generate new business,
• Project Management,
• Management and supervision of Sales and Marketing team(s)
• Networking, Client Service and Maintenance,
• Sales and Marketing Forecasting and Planning, Realization of Sales and Marketing Objectives,
• Team Building and Motivation to Exceed Targets,
• Conceptualization, Proposal Writing and Presentation.

Qualifications

• Universities graduate preferably a major in marketing with at least five years experience.
• Experience in the FMCG or in the food processing Industry as a Sales supervisor.
• Experience in promotions, merchandising, trade marketing, outdoor advertising, well networked, highly innovative and creative, excellent communication skills, excellent in presentations, well groomed, with valid driving license and competent driver, excellent with people interactions and results driven.

Please send a copy of your cv and cover letter if you qualify for this position on or before 15th March 2012 to: apply@kenyajobsconnection.com.