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
Showing posts with label Environmental Science Jobs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Environmental Science Jobs. Show all posts
Thursday, 10 April 2014
Monday, 30 December 2013
Environmental Planner at National Housing Corporation (NHC) in Kenya
Job Title: Environmental Planner
Job Ref: NHC/EP/12/2013
Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description:
The Environmental Planner shall be responsible for conducting environmental audits and preparation of environmental impact assessment evaluation reports, implementation of the NHC environmental Management Plan (EMP) in consultation with the relevant bodies and advising the corporation on project appraisals among other duties.
Job Requirements:
• A Bachelors’ degree in Environmental Management studies or equivalent
• A Post graduate Diploma in Environmental Audit and assessment or equivalent
• Registered as an environmental assessment lead expert with NEMA.
• Six (6) years experience in environmental planning and management
• Computer Literate
• The positions of General Managers will be on a three (3) year renewable contract term
The rest will be on permanent and pensionable basis
Successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names and contacts of three referees to the following address: -
The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked e.g “Application for the Position of SENIOR ESTATES OFFICER - REF:NHC/SEO/12/2013” with the relevant Reference No. Quoted in bold print on the envelope.
“National Housing Corporation is on equal opportunity employer and persons with disability (PWD) are encouraged to apply”
Closing Date: 10th Jan 2014
Job Ref: NHC/EP/12/2013
Organisation: National Housing Corporation (NHC)
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description:
The Environmental Planner shall be responsible for conducting environmental audits and preparation of environmental impact assessment evaluation reports, implementation of the NHC environmental Management Plan (EMP) in consultation with the relevant bodies and advising the corporation on project appraisals among other duties.
Job Requirements:
• A Bachelors’ degree in Environmental Management studies or equivalent
• A Post graduate Diploma in Environmental Audit and assessment or equivalent
• Registered as an environmental assessment lead expert with NEMA.
• Six (6) years experience in environmental planning and management
• Computer Literate
• The positions of General Managers will be on a three (3) year renewable contract term
The rest will be on permanent and pensionable basis
Successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names and contacts of three referees to the following address: -
The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked e.g “Application for the Position of SENIOR ESTATES OFFICER - REF:NHC/SEO/12/2013” with the relevant Reference No. Quoted in bold print on the envelope.
“National Housing Corporation is on equal opportunity employer and persons with disability (PWD) are encouraged to apply”
Closing Date: 10th Jan 2014
Tuesday, 22 October 2013
Environment and Climate Change at Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) Facility in Kenya
Job Title: Environment and Climate Change
Company: Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) Facility
Job Location: Kenya
Act! through the Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) Facility, funded by the Government of Sweden (GoSW) and the Department for International Development (UKaid) calls on Non-State Actors to Join our campaign of building champions for nature.
Act! announces a Request for Applications (RFA) for support in the Environment and Climate Change Sector.
This call seeks to support about 20 grants (for a maximum of one year period) that increase resilience of communities on impacts of climate change in the Arid and Semi Arid Lands(ASALs) by helping them adopt innovative and tested livelihood practices and techniques.
It is also intended to improve competencies of communities to adapt to climate change by strengthening organizational capacities of Non State Actors/Non State Actors networks and knowledge and information sharing for sustainable natural resources management.
The call also seeks to support implementation of innovative and strategic advocacy interventions needed to operationalize the devolved framework for the governance and management of environment and climate change.
The full RFA document, with ample guidance for applicants, and details of the evaluation criteria is available on www.act.or.ke or http://grants.act.or.ke.
The deadline for applications is Friday 1st November 2013 at 2.00 pm
In-case of any challenges in downloading the RFA and Application Cover Page online, please send an email to crm.rfa@act.or.ke (Att: CRM – Grants Manager) or call +254 – 20- 3878271/4, 0717748488
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Company: Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) Facility
Job Location: Kenya
Act! through the Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) Facility, funded by the Government of Sweden (GoSW) and the Department for International Development (UKaid) calls on Non-State Actors to Join our campaign of building champions for nature.
Act! announces a Request for Applications (RFA) for support in the Environment and Climate Change Sector.
This call seeks to support about 20 grants (for a maximum of one year period) that increase resilience of communities on impacts of climate change in the Arid and Semi Arid Lands(ASALs) by helping them adopt innovative and tested livelihood practices and techniques.
It is also intended to improve competencies of communities to adapt to climate change by strengthening organizational capacities of Non State Actors/Non State Actors networks and knowledge and information sharing for sustainable natural resources management.
The call also seeks to support implementation of innovative and strategic advocacy interventions needed to operationalize the devolved framework for the governance and management of environment and climate change.
The full RFA document, with ample guidance for applicants, and details of the evaluation criteria is available on www.act.or.ke or http://grants.act.or.ke.
The deadline for applications is Friday 1st November 2013 at 2.00 pm
In-case of any challenges in downloading the RFA and Application Cover Page online, please send an email to crm.rfa@act.or.ke (Att: CRM – Grants Manager) or call +254 – 20- 3878271/4, 0717748488
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Thursday, 12 September 2013
Environmental Award Competition Jobs in Kenya at Agrochemicals Association of Kenya
Job Title: Environmental Award Competition
Employer: Agrochemicals Association of Kenya
The Agrochemicals Association of Kenya is requesting entries for an Environmental Award to individuals or organizations which meet the following criteria:
1. An organization or individual who will have put in place a system to protect the workforce from contamination during the normal activities within the premises and promoting their safety
2. An organization or individual who will have a recycling process using the Best Available Technologies (BATs) and Best Environmental Practices (BEPs)
3. An organization or individual with a disposal system using Best Available Technologies (BATs) and Best Environmental Practices (BEPs)
4. An organization or individual who takes part in tree planting and environmental conservation.
Or any other system put ¡n place that protects the environment which should be described in detail.
The Association is encouraging companies or individuals to try and do something in all areas mentioned.
Entries clearly showing how the above criteria have been met should be forwarded to:
Agrochemicals Association of Kenya
P. 0. Box 13809 - 00800
Nairobi
Email: info@agrochem.co.ke
Mobile Nos: 0734 447777, 0710 447777
Wireless lines: 0202464811, 0202464812,
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
The winning entry will be awarded an Environmental Award during the Association’s annual dinner to be held on the 29 November 2013
Employer: Agrochemicals Association of Kenya
The Agrochemicals Association of Kenya is requesting entries for an Environmental Award to individuals or organizations which meet the following criteria:
1. An organization or individual who will have put in place a system to protect the workforce from contamination during the normal activities within the premises and promoting their safety
2. An organization or individual who will have a recycling process using the Best Available Technologies (BATs) and Best Environmental Practices (BEPs)
3. An organization or individual with a disposal system using Best Available Technologies (BATs) and Best Environmental Practices (BEPs)
4. An organization or individual who takes part in tree planting and environmental conservation.
Or any other system put ¡n place that protects the environment which should be described in detail.
The Association is encouraging companies or individuals to try and do something in all areas mentioned.
Entries clearly showing how the above criteria have been met should be forwarded to:
Agrochemicals Association of Kenya
P. 0. Box 13809 - 00800
Nairobi
Email: info@agrochem.co.ke
Mobile Nos: 0734 447777, 0710 447777
Wireless lines: 0202464811, 0202464812,
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
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