Wednesday 30 October 2013

Inspector of Works Careers at UAP Properties Kenya

Job Title: Inspector of Works (Material Quality Control)

Company: UAP Properties Kenya

Job Location:  Nairobi, Kenya

Ref: IOW

Job Purpose:

Provide assistance to the assistant resident engineer (MQC) in performing routine inspection andtesting of construction materials on site as well as coordinating testing of construction materials in an approved laboratory.

Principal Accountabilities:

Testing of concrete materials quality either on the site or in another approved laboratory.
Helping to ensure that only the approved materials are stocked and used for concreting.
Helping to monitor through records, movement of the ready mix concrete leaving the batching plant yard for the construction site.
Assisting in the compilation of the Daily Reports through documentation of day’s activities including unusual happenings e.g. accidents, delays, etc.
Any other relevant duties assigned by the Resident Engineer through the ARE (MQC).
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

Candidates should have a National Diploma in Civil Engineering
5 years’ experience in a similar role.


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Please note that for these roles, UAP shall only accept and process applications submitted online.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UAP ¡s an equal opportunities employer and offers successful candidates an attractive remuneration package, professional working environment and excellent career prospects.

Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013




Assistant Resident Engineer at UAP Properties Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Resident Engineer (Material Quality Control)

Employer: UAP Properties Kenya

Duty Station:  Nairobi, Kenya

Ref: ARE

Job Purpose:

Assist the resident engineer in administering quality control measures in ensuring the materials meet the specific code requirements and prudent construction management procedures.

Principal Accountabilities:

Monitoring of concrete materials quality through sampling and testing.
Ensuring only approved materials are stocked and used for concreting.
Monitoring and keeping records for concrete leaving the batching plant for the site.
Preparing Daily Reports on site operations including labour and contractor’s equipment utilization patterns, weather, etc.
Any other relevant duties assigned by the Resident Engineer.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

Candidates should have BSc Civil Engineering
5 years’ experience in a similar role
Be registered with ERB and have a current Practising License


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Please note that for these roles, UAP shall only accept and process applications submitted online.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UAP ¡s an equal opportunities employer and offers successful candidates an attractive
remuneration package, professional working environment and excellent career prospects.

Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013

Primary School Teachers at Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Title: Primary School Teachers

Company: Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Location:  Nairobi, Kenya


Magadi Soda School is a private school supported and run by Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd. It is a complete primary school from Kindergarten to Standard 8.

It has performed well in National examinations and has received several commendations and awards. Since the school offers holistic development of the children, its participation in extra – curricular activities has received awards nationally and internationally.

To meet growth requirements and strengthen its teaching capacity, the school is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill these positions of Primary School Teachers.

The successful candidate will have acquired a very high level of competence in the noble teaching profession.

The job requires the talent, knowledge, skills and behaviors required to produce excellent academic results in a private primary school.

The teacher will be required to handle primary school classes including curriculum development and classroom teaching to achieve excellence and holistic development of young children and ensure adequate preparation in their respective classes and examinations.

Minimum qualifications and requirements:

A minimum of C+ at “O” level education and a P1 certificate from a reputable institution.
A Diploma or University degree in education will be a definite advantage.
A minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a primary school, preferably in a private school.
Proven track record in co-curricular activities and/or proven leadership skills in various disciplines.
Specify and proof your experience in teaching lower/upper primary or both and specify subject(s) handled.
If handling or handled KCPE class, a KNEC track record of the KCPE results for the last three years will be required.


How to Apply

Applications are strictly online.

Please access the link below to apply and upload your CV.

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Please note that paper applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013

Clinical Officer/ Anesthetist at Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Title: Clinical Officer/ Anesthetist - 1 Post

Company: Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Location:  Nairobi, Kenya


The job holder should be HND holder in clinical medicine with additional training in anesthesia.

Must be a registered clinical officer working in Kenya.

He/she should have worked for 3 years post qualification as a Clinical Officer/ Anesthetist in a busy hospital.

Should be able to administer both regional as well as general anesthesia and must be conversant with pediatric anesthesia.

The Clinical Officer must be ready to work in outpatient seeing general patients when there's no theater work.

How to Apply

Applications are strictly online.

Please access the link below to apply and upload your CV.

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Please note that paper applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013


Nursing Officers at Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Title: Nursing Officers - 5 Posts

Company: Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Location:  Nairobi, Kenya


Duties and Responsibilities

Bedside nursing, taking vital signs, administering medication as per the doctor's prescription, cleaning and bathing patients and maintaining general cleanliness of the wards
Admitting, assessing and monitoring patients in labour and conducting normal deliveries.
Should be astute and alert, being able to identify promptly, patients who require a doctor's intervention
Working in MCH/FP clinic and performing immunization against vaccine preventable diseases
Running ANC, counseling and advising mothers on safe motherhood. Performing common FP procedures like IUCD insertion, Jadelle insertion and OCP administration
Conducting outreach clinics from time to time, and making community diagnosis
Ready to assist in theater during emergencies and cold operation when called upon.

How to Apply

Applications are strictly online.

Please access the link below to apply and upload your CV.

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Please note that paper applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013



Civil Engineering Manager Jobs in Kenya at Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Title: Civil Engineering Manager

Company: Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd

Job Location:  Nairobi, Kenya

Key accountabilities:

Inspection, repair, maintenance and up-grading of the railway line between Magadi and Konza to ensure high safety standards, availability and reliability. The infrastructure includes train crossing loops, train marshaling yards, culverts, bridges and viaducts
Overall responsibility for management and supervision of all civil engineering works undertaken by the Company, including road maintenance, water supply & treatment, sanitation and community CSR projects
Project management including supervision of third party civil engineering contractors
Monitoring and control of Fixed costs and capital expenditure budgets
Developing and retaining talent through continuous performance appraisal and feedback


Experience and background:

Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in civil engineering practice. Experience in railway track design, construction and maintenance will be a distinct advantage.
Experience in general civil works including construction, water supply and road maintenance
Registration by The Engineers Registration Board, training in safety and/or Membership of a Professional body will be an added advantage.
Good planning and coordination skills
Experience in management of contracts
Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications


How to Apply

Applications are strictly online.

Please access the link below to apply and upload your CV.

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Please note that paper applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013

Assistant Director, Land Adjudication and Settlement careers at National Land Commission in Kenya


Job Title: Assistant Director, Land Adjudication and Settlement

Company: National Land Commission

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administration, interpretation of any provisions in relevant Laws affecting Land Adjudication and Settlement.
Managing Land Settlement fund and/or other similar funds.
Identifying land for resettlement purposes and managing the allocation process.
Coordinating and ensuring provision of basic infrastructure in settlement schemes.
Management of Land Adjudication and Settlement records.
Developing a national programme for adjudication and registration of community land.
Providing direction and guidance in the management of Group Ranches.
Ensuring compliance to standards, guidelines and regulations for land adjudication and settlement programmes.
Ensuring implementation of recommendations of monitoring and evaluation reports.
Development, implementation and realization of Land Adjudication and Settlement strategic plans and objectives.
Mobilization and management of resources for the directorate.
Collaboration with National and County Governments in respect of Land Adjudication and Settlement matters.
Attending to court matters where appropriate

Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatic/Geospatial Engineering from a recognized university
Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Survey, Land Use Planning, Law, Geography, Agriculture or Social Sciences from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage.
A Full Member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (MISK) - Geospatial Surveyors Chapter (being a Licensed Surveyor would be an added advantage)
At least five (5) years relevant experience, three (3) of which must be with a reputable organization
Demonstrated experience and understanding in various types of surveys, adjudication and settlement schemes. Computer skills (knowledge and application of GIS would be an added advantage)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Note:

A person shall not be qualified for appointment if the person:

a) Is an official of a governing body of a political party;

b) Has at any time within the preceding five years, held or stood for election as a member of parliament, a county assembly or as a governor;

c) Is an un-discharged bankrupt;

d) Has been convicted of a felony;

e) Has benefited from, or facilitated an unlawful or irregular allocation, acquisition or use of land or other public property; or

f) Has been removed from the office for contravening the provisions of the constitution or any other written law.

Important Information to All Applicants:

All candidates are required to submit, on application, clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and the relevant professional body(ies).
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
Shortlisted Candidates shall be required to produce originals of their
National identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates and
Testimonials.

How to Apply

All interested and qualified persons should submit applications:

The Chairman
National Land Commission
1st Ngong Road, Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P.O. Box 44417-00100
Nairobi.

Dr. Muhammad A. Swazuri, PhD, OGW
Chairman, National Land Commission.

Application Deadline: 19th Nov 2013

Director, Land Use Planning at National Land Commission

Job Title: Director, Land Use Planning

Company: National Land Commission

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop an internal team of urban and regional planning to monitor and ensure land use planning in the country is done correctly as per the functions of the Commission.
Develop and prepare an effective and efficient system for coordinating monitoring and overseeing the Commission’s land use planning functions in the national government, county governments and any other agents.
Liaise with national government in the preparation of the National Land use Policy, National Land use Spatial Policy and general principles and guidelines on land use planning.
Identify and advise the commission on the types and content of various land use plans at different levels — national, regional (county) and local levels.
Oversee the preparation of Land Use Plans as a framework for managing public land both at the national and county levels through liaison with national, county and local planning agencies in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of land use plans. Liaise with and oversee other specialized agencies responsible for development planning in transport infrastructure works, energy and oil, mining and other natural resources.
Advice the Commission on appropriateness of plans presented for approval by management bodies.
Advise the commission on the development of strategic national projects occurring on public land such as Techno Cities, Special Economic Zones, Resort Cities etc.
Advise the commission on suitability of land to be acquired for public purposes including creating land banks and land for other uses such as public housing and industry.
Establish and maintain comprehensive record of plans for all public land.
Coordinate processing of applications for plot allocations, extension of leases, extension of user, change of user and subdivisions at the County Land Management Boards.
Liaise with other sectoral agencies with respect to land use planning and development.
Provide leadership in developing and nurturing professionalism in land use planning practice at the Commission.
Work closely with and consult external partners including third party vendors and consultants.
Oversee administrative functions and facilities to ensure efficient operations of the Directorate of Land Use Planning in the Commission.
Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Commission.


Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

At least a master degree in Urban & Regional Planning from a university recognized in Kenya.
Be registered with the Physical Planners Registration Board in Kenya and with valid membership for the current year.
Be corporate member of a recognized planners’ professional Association in Kenya and with valid membership for the current year.
At least ten years of relevant experience as an urban & regional planner (three of which should have been in senior management level) in public and or private sector including research and academics.
Demonstrate experience and understanding of various types of planning at urban, county and national levels.
Well-developed computer literacy skills including GIS and CAD.
Should meet requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Note:

A person shall not be qualified for appointment if the person:

a) Is an official of a governing body of a political party;

b) Has at any time within the preceding five years, held or stood for election as a member of parliament, a county assembly or as a governor;

c) Is an un-discharged bankrupt;

d) Has been convicted of a felony;

e) Has benefited from, or facilitated an unlawful or irregular allocation, acquisition or use of land or other public property; or

f) Has been removed from the office for contravening the provisions of the constitution or any other written law.

Important Information to All Applicants:

All candidates are required to submit, on application, clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and the relevant professional body(ies).
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
Shortlisted Candidates shall be required to produce originals of their
National identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates and
Testimonials.

How to Apply

All interested and qualified persons should submit applications:

The Chairman
National Land Commission
1st Ngong Road, Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P.O. Box 44417-00100
Nairobi.

Dr. Muhammad A. Swazuri, PhD, OGW
Chairman, National Land Commission.

Application Deadline: 19th Nov 2013

Director, Survey, Land Adjudication & Settlement at National Land Commission


Job Title: Director, Survey, Land Adjudication & Settlement

Company: National Land Commission

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be a hands-on and participative manager and will lead and develop an internal team to carry out: cadastral surveys, topographical surveys, compulsory acquisition surveys, adjudication & settlement surveys, remote sensing surveys, hydrographical surveys and GIS applications.
Provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of survey, adjudication and settlement management strategies and policies
Supervise and coordinate compulsory acquisition surveys
Supervise and coordinate Land Adjudication and Settlement
Supervise and coordinate topographical surveys when and where required
Coordinate and liaise with the National Agency in charge of survey for processing and approval of cadastral surveys
Coordinate and liaise with the National Agency in charge of survey for hydrographical, remote sensing and mapping surveys when and where required
Oversee the development, coordination and implementation of sound Survey, Mapping and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) management in the Commission
Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations of the Directorate of survey, adjudication and settlement in the Commission

Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:

A Masters degree in any Survey related field, GIS or Planning from a recognized university
A Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatic/Geospatial Engineering from a recognized university
A Full Member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (MISK) - Geospatial Surveyors Chapter (being a Licensed Surveyor would be an added advantage)
At least ten (1 0) years relevant experience, five (5) of which must be with a reputable organization and at least 3 years at senior management level (experience in the public sector would be an added advantage)
Demonstrated experience and understanding in various types of surveys, adjudication and settlement schemes
Well developed computer literate skills (knowledge and application of GIS would be an added advantage)
General management skills
A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication
Meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Note:

A person shall not be qualified for appointment if the person:

a) Is an official of a governing body of a political party;

b) Has at any time within the preceding five years, held or stood for election as a member of parliament, a county assembly or as a governor;

c) Is an un-discharged bankrupt;

d) Has been convicted of a felony;

e) Has benefited from, or facilitated an unlawful or irregular allocation, acquisition or use of land or other public property; or

f) Has been removed from the office for contravening the provisions of the constitution or any other written law.

Important Information to All Applicants:

All candidates are required to submit, on application, clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), and the relevant professional body(ies).
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
Shortlisted Candidates shall be required to produce originals of their
National identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates and
Testimonials.

How to Apply

All interested and qualified persons should submit applications:

The Chairman
National Land Commission
1st Ngong Road, Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P.O. Box 44417-00100
Nairobi.

Dr. Muhammad A. Swazuri, PhD, OGW
Chairman, National Land Commission.

Application Deadline: 19th Nov 2013

Driver Jobs in Kenya at Syngenta Company

Job Title: Driver

Company: Syngenta Company

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Responsibilities:

Driving company vehicles to designated and authorized destinations.
Performing daily and routine preventive maintenance schedules of the vehicle to increase the efficiency of the vehicle.
Ensure cleanliness of company vehicles and security of its contents.
Report any detected defects in the vehicles and any accidents and incidents.
Record the vehicle daily trips and maintaining the mileage books.
Direct and supervise the mechanic on necessary repairs and checks
Ensure vehicles are always clean and in good condition, necessary maintenance shall be done as scheduled.
Responsible for the routine check-up of the vehicles, routine check-up to include but not limited to oil, brake function, water, lights & tyre condition.
Monitor expiry and renewal of his driver’s license without causing any inconvenience to the company schedule.
Observe strictly the company rules and regulation as provided for in the company polices.  
Ensure insurance, inspection report and speed governor certificate are renewed.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Should possess a clean valid driving licence (Class BCE).
Should have a valid certificate of good conduct.
Basic motor vehicle mechanics skills will be an added advantage.
Minimum qualification of “O” level and proven track record on job capability.
Must have over 3 years driving experience with good knowledge of routes and places especially within Nairobi and its environs.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Should be medically fit and able to work with minimum supervision.

How to Apply:

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please write in confidence to the HR Service Lead

Enclose your curriculum vitae containing an e-mail address, telephone contacts, qualifications, experience and addresses of three referees and apply click here


Application Deadline: 30th Oct 2013