Job Title: Brand Manager
Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 11th April 2014
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• To design and implement brand portfolio strategy
• Brand management
• Product and process innovation
• Achieve personal development targets for self and team
• Assess and recommend on strategic options
• Manage portfolio marketing mix
Job Skills:
• Brand/marketing technical competence,
• Brand Communication,
• Media management,
• Market category strategy development,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen
Qualifications:
• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Brand Management experience for FMCG
• Financial acumen
• Computer literacy
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:
Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888
Thursday 10 April 2014
Account Manager at Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Job Title: Account Manager
Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 11th April 2014
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• Account Management
• Deliver proactive account management to a portfolio of key national accounts
• Ensure product requests are followed up and completed in timeframes acceptable to the client
• Manage external and internal expectations
• Develop relationships with clients be they agents or direct consumers
• Contribute to strategic planning in the selection of new business partners
• Pass on leads for business to sales executive where appropriate
• Contribute on a regular basis to internal and external marketing communications
• Develop and manage relationships with key salespeople
• Respond to queries from on specific sales initiatives relevant to their market and clients
Job Skills:
• Social Perceptiveness,
• Persuasion,
• Coordination,
• Service Orientation,
• Critical Thinking,
• Monitoring,
• Judgment and Decision Making,
• Time Management,
• Complex Problem Solving,
• Negotiation,
• Operations Analysis,
• Management of Financial Resources,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen
Qualifications:
• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Sales Management experience for FMCG
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:
Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888
Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 11th April 2014
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• Account Management
• Deliver proactive account management to a portfolio of key national accounts
• Ensure product requests are followed up and completed in timeframes acceptable to the client
• Manage external and internal expectations
• Develop relationships with clients be they agents or direct consumers
• Contribute to strategic planning in the selection of new business partners
• Pass on leads for business to sales executive where appropriate
• Contribute on a regular basis to internal and external marketing communications
• Develop and manage relationships with key salespeople
• Respond to queries from on specific sales initiatives relevant to their market and clients
Job Skills:
• Social Perceptiveness,
• Persuasion,
• Coordination,
• Service Orientation,
• Critical Thinking,
• Monitoring,
• Judgment and Decision Making,
• Time Management,
• Complex Problem Solving,
• Negotiation,
• Operations Analysis,
• Management of Financial Resources,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen
Qualifications:
• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Sales Management experience for FMCG
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:
Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888
Financial Controller Job Vacancy at Altima Africa Ltd
Job Title: Financial Controller
Ref: FC_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or an equivalent;
• Certification as a Professional Accountant will be an added advantage;
• 3-5 years working experience in an Audit firm with experience in financial services e.g. Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial Reporting, Operations.
• Supporting and Overseeing cost accounting procedures;
• Running automated procurement processes using Navision Software ;
• Ensuring compliance to procedures and set controls;
• Project Analysis, Reconciliation and Billing supervision;
• Risk management system implementation and monitoring.
• Strong financial business acumen;
• Planning & Organizing-Ability to Prioritize;
• Strategic thinking;
• Drive for results;
• Effective leadership;
• Communication & influence.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Ref: FC_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or an equivalent;
• Certification as a Professional Accountant will be an added advantage;
• 3-5 years working experience in an Audit firm with experience in financial services e.g. Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial Reporting, Operations.
• Supporting and Overseeing cost accounting procedures;
• Running automated procurement processes using Navision Software ;
• Ensuring compliance to procedures and set controls;
• Project Analysis, Reconciliation and Billing supervision;
• Risk management system implementation and monitoring.
• Strong financial business acumen;
• Planning & Organizing-Ability to Prioritize;
• Strategic thinking;
• Drive for results;
• Effective leadership;
• Communication & influence.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Senior Business Development Manager at Altima Africa Ltd
Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager
Ref: SBDM_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 5+ years experience in direct sales or sales management, preferably within technology or start-up industry;
• Commercial experience in distribution or technology solutions;
• Experience in project management methodologies;
• As a team leader and mentor, lead the RTM execution for the new Products and Services through:
• Customer liaison with business leads and strategic partners;
• Lead commercial business division in determining the direction and potential areas of improvement;
• Execute the launch and anchor client engagement for all new products and services;
• Monitoring and reporting on sales/pipeline to the business;
• Research, Pilot & Test Revenue Models plus identify Revenue Gaps for new products and services to the market.
• Competencies
• Exceptional relationship management and business development skills, with experience working with the C-suite and their direct reports;
• Aptitude for partnering with and across teams within large enterprises and SMEs, all I a fast paced entrepreneurial environment;
• Exceptional project management skills to track sales volume, pipeline, performance, and marketing, and execute against strategic plans for each partnership;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Strong analytic skills;
• Thrives under pressure.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Ref: SBDM_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 5+ years experience in direct sales or sales management, preferably within technology or start-up industry;
• Commercial experience in distribution or technology solutions;
• Experience in project management methodologies;
• As a team leader and mentor, lead the RTM execution for the new Products and Services through:
• Customer liaison with business leads and strategic partners;
• Lead commercial business division in determining the direction and potential areas of improvement;
• Execute the launch and anchor client engagement for all new products and services;
• Monitoring and reporting on sales/pipeline to the business;
• Research, Pilot & Test Revenue Models plus identify Revenue Gaps for new products and services to the market.
• Competencies
• Exceptional relationship management and business development skills, with experience working with the C-suite and their direct reports;
• Aptitude for partnering with and across teams within large enterprises and SMEs, all I a fast paced entrepreneurial environment;
• Exceptional project management skills to track sales volume, pipeline, performance, and marketing, and execute against strategic plans for each partnership;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Strong analytic skills;
• Thrives under pressure.
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Chief Administration Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya at Altima Africa Ltd
Job Title: Chief Administration Officer
Job Ref: CAO_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 3+ years experience in office administration or office management.
• Departmental Co-coordination and lead all personnel in Administration Division;
• Planning and Strategy;
• Monitor Performance Based Management;
• Manage administration and provide project management support;
• Oversee Front Office, Drivers and offer HR administration;
• Risk Management
• Competencies
• Ability to lead and develop teams;
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills-Ability to prioritise;
• Possess high integrity and display maturity;
• Effective time management;
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Job Ref: CAO_2014
Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 29th April 2014
Job Description:
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 3+ years experience in office administration or office management.
• Departmental Co-coordination and lead all personnel in Administration Division;
• Planning and Strategy;
• Monitor Performance Based Management;
• Manage administration and provide project management support;
• Oversee Front Office, Drivers and offer HR administration;
• Risk Management
• Competencies
• Ability to lead and develop teams;
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills-Ability to prioritise;
• Possess high integrity and display maturity;
• Effective time management;
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation
Sales Agronomist Jobs at Summit Recruitment in Kenya
Job Title: Sales Agronomist
Organisation: Summit Recruitment
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 25th April 2014
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To sell agricultural laboratory services
• Provide agronomy advice to flowers / horticulture and broad acre farmers.
Qualifications:
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, plant pathology, bio chemicals or relevant industry.
• Must have 2-3 year experience in flowers / horticulture sales / production.
• Must be I.T savvy.
• Must have a valid driving license, for a minimum of three years.
• Excellent communicator verbal and written.
• Young and energetic
• Good negotiating skills
• Problem-solving/creativity
Monthly gross salary: Ksh.60,000 /= (Approx. 8,200 - 9,400 USD)depending on experience
How to Apply:
Send your up to date CV to:
hr@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court,
Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job
Organisation: Summit Recruitment
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 25th April 2014
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To sell agricultural laboratory services
• Provide agronomy advice to flowers / horticulture and broad acre farmers.
Qualifications:
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, plant pathology, bio chemicals or relevant industry.
• Must have 2-3 year experience in flowers / horticulture sales / production.
• Must be I.T savvy.
• Must have a valid driving license, for a minimum of three years.
• Excellent communicator verbal and written.
• Young and energetic
• Good negotiating skills
• Problem-solving/creativity
Monthly gross salary: Ksh.60,000 /= (Approx. 8,200 - 9,400 USD)depending on experience
How to Apply:
Send your up to date CV to:
hr@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court,
Karen road, Karen.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job
Business Development Associate Careers at Genesis Consult in Kenya
Job Title: Business Development Associate
Organisation: Genesis Consult
Location: Nairobi ,
Kenya
Closing Date: 17th April 2014
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Speak intelligently about the company and its products
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within service provision.
- Assists in the development of a strong pipeline of new customers and projects through direct or indirect customer contact and prospecting.
- Cold call new prospects
- Initiate & follow up on business development activities
- Make appointments for relevant personnel
- Update sales database and track appointments made
- Generate new business from existing clients.
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
- Diploma in Sales & Marketing;
- Minimum 1 year of experience;
- Demonstrated experience of prospecting and closing sales in previous / current job;
- Excellent communication skills – both verbal and oral (English);
- Must have excellent communication skills to be able to clearly explain the problems or solutions to clients and stakeholders;
- Must be proficient acting in and leading sales leads, as well as coordinating and communicating customer requirements;
- Strong interpersonal skills and highly presentable with professional demeanor;
- Passionate towards work, self-motivated, takes initiative and responsibility; and
- Ability to consistently package consulting solutions in accordance with market trends.
- At least 1 year as sales executive preferably in selling solutions or consulting services.
- Demonstrated track record in sales preferred.
Compensation: 30% commission on sales plus KES 6,000 as
marketing allowance
How to Apply:
Kindly justify your application by stating similar
experience at your previous / current job.
Send your CV (in PDF format) titled with your name, to: jobs@genesisconsult.net
The subject line of the application should read, “BD
Associate.
Please do not call the recruitment firm or its respective
client, doing so will forfeit your application.
Front End Developer Career Opportunity at Dotsavvy in Kenya
Job Title: Front End Developer
Organisation: Dotsavvy
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 18th April 2014
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The Front End Developer is responsible for producing the front-end of websites from designs given to them by the creative department.
• The front-end will have to be developed as a theme for Wordpress.
Minimum Requirements:
• Excellent with WordPress. You must have experience building websites and/or themes from scratch with WordPress.
• PHP / MySQL. Some experience. You should be comfortable using PHP to write simple scripts to store form data and interact with WordPress.
• Excellent with HTML5 / CSS3 / responsive design. Knowledgeable about common cross-browser issues and how to resolve them.
• JavaScript / jQuery. intermediate experience - basic animation/user interaction. (Knowledge of CSS Framework a plus)
• Able build websites from layered files (mostly Photoshop)
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledgeable about current trends and tools
• Experienced in UI / UX fundamentals and best practices
• Have the ability to run tests (automated or manual) on his / her own work.
• You will be requested to work within the Dotsavvy office from 8.30am to 5pm, weekdays.
The candidate will work with an assigned project manager to help achieve their respective objectives.
This position reports directly to the assigned Project Manager.
The candidate will be requested to prove his / her knowledge and expertise.
How to Apply:
Send all Applications to: jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com
In your application, detail recent projects you have been involved in.
Title your email "Application for Front-End Developer"
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at http://www.dotsavvyafrica.com.
Organisation: Dotsavvy
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 18th April 2014
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The Front End Developer is responsible for producing the front-end of websites from designs given to them by the creative department.
• The front-end will have to be developed as a theme for Wordpress.
Minimum Requirements:
• Excellent with WordPress. You must have experience building websites and/or themes from scratch with WordPress.
• PHP / MySQL. Some experience. You should be comfortable using PHP to write simple scripts to store form data and interact with WordPress.
• Excellent with HTML5 / CSS3 / responsive design. Knowledgeable about common cross-browser issues and how to resolve them.
• JavaScript / jQuery. intermediate experience - basic animation/user interaction. (Knowledge of CSS Framework a plus)
• Able build websites from layered files (mostly Photoshop)
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledgeable about current trends and tools
• Experienced in UI / UX fundamentals and best practices
• Have the ability to run tests (automated or manual) on his / her own work.
• You will be requested to work within the Dotsavvy office from 8.30am to 5pm, weekdays.
The candidate will work with an assigned project manager to help achieve their respective objectives.
This position reports directly to the assigned Project Manager.
The candidate will be requested to prove his / her knowledge and expertise.
How to Apply:
Send all Applications to: jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com
In your application, detail recent projects you have been involved in.
Title your email "Application for Front-End Developer"
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at http://www.dotsavvyafrica.com.
IT Training Coordinator Careers at RCMRD in Kenya
Job Title: IT Training Coordinator
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Supervising and drawing time-table for all teaching staff in IT Training.
• Developing training curriculum and student guidance materials.
• Handling of all examination issues.
• Preparing adequately for new intake of students at the beginning of each semester.
• Preparing adequate quality training materials, lecture notes, practicals and presentations to support the training programs.
• Coordinating Centre’s outreach, communication and marketing of the IT courses.
• Develop Project Proposals for training Programs for clients.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Msc. in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science or other relevant field and five (5) years practical experience in developing and implementing Information Technology Training Programmes.
Contract duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Supervising and drawing time-table for all teaching staff in IT Training.
• Developing training curriculum and student guidance materials.
• Handling of all examination issues.
• Preparing adequately for new intake of students at the beginning of each semester.
• Preparing adequate quality training materials, lecture notes, practicals and presentations to support the training programs.
• Coordinating Centre’s outreach, communication and marketing of the IT courses.
• Develop Project Proposals for training Programs for clients.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Msc. in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science or other relevant field and five (5) years practical experience in developing and implementing Information Technology Training Programmes.
Contract duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
GIS Systems Developer Careers at RCMRD in Kenya
Job Title: GIS Systems Developer
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Develop and implement geospatial applications to integrate models and model data into the SERVIRAfrica portal.
• Produce system designs and implementation plans for software components and/or applications.
• Research, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new components based on client requirements.
• Test developed applications to ensure required functionality and performance requirements are met.
• Produce user manuals or other methods of user guidance (e.g. online help) and provide technical assistance to application users.
• Design, document, code, and test GIS solutions and GIS applications.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms, capacity development and knowledge exchange processes at RCMRD and the SERVIR network.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in GIS and computer science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Geospatial Analysis and GIS software.
• A geospatial analyst background or similar work experience, computer programming expertise, database management systems and using Structured Query Language is required.
• Proficiency in the use of propriety and open source GIS packages and corresponding developer tools, development and use of scripts multiple data formats is essential.
Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Develop and implement geospatial applications to integrate models and model data into the SERVIRAfrica portal.
• Produce system designs and implementation plans for software components and/or applications.
• Research, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new components based on client requirements.
• Test developed applications to ensure required functionality and performance requirements are met.
• Produce user manuals or other methods of user guidance (e.g. online help) and provide technical assistance to application users.
• Design, document, code, and test GIS solutions and GIS applications.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms, capacity development and knowledge exchange processes at RCMRD and the SERVIR network.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in GIS and computer science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Geospatial Analysis and GIS software.
• A geospatial analyst background or similar work experience, computer programming expertise, database management systems and using Structured Query Language is required.
• Proficiency in the use of propriety and open source GIS packages and corresponding developer tools, development and use of scripts multiple data formats is essential.
Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
Remote Sensing Specialist Job Vacancy at Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Job Title: Remote Sensing Specialist
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Lead in acquisition of satellite data, image quality analysis, image processing and interpretation, and extraction of thematic information.
• Provide advice on the use of remote sensing applications in different thematic areas.
• Synthesize remotely sensed data and products into a decision system through earth systems modeling and/or comparison with ground observations.
• Make products from remotely sensed datasets, modeling and observations that fit the needs of decision support systems.
• Sustain effective and continued communication and coordination with both internal and external partners.
• Perform remote sensing and photogrammetry training including preparation of training materials.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms implemented at RCMRD and the SERVIR network in matters of remote sensing and earth observations.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing, or related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 4 years of professional and practical experience working on Remote Sensing, image classification projects.
• Good knowledge of remote sensing and practical use of remote sensing and GIS software’s required.
• Experience in earth systems modeling and programming skills to automate GIS and Remote Sensing processes, and project management will be an added advantage.
Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 22nd April 2014
Job Description:
Duties:
• Lead in acquisition of satellite data, image quality analysis, image processing and interpretation, and extraction of thematic information.
• Provide advice on the use of remote sensing applications in different thematic areas.
• Synthesize remotely sensed data and products into a decision system through earth systems modeling and/or comparison with ground observations.
• Make products from remotely sensed datasets, modeling and observations that fit the needs of decision support systems.
• Sustain effective and continued communication and coordination with both internal and external partners.
• Perform remote sensing and photogrammetry training including preparation of training materials.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms implemented at RCMRD and the SERVIR network in matters of remote sensing and earth observations.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing, or related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 4 years of professional and practical experience working on Remote Sensing, image classification projects.
• Good knowledge of remote sensing and practical use of remote sensing and GIS software’s required.
• Experience in earth systems modeling and programming skills to automate GIS and Remote Sensing processes, and project management will be an added advantage.
Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi
Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org
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