Jobs in Kenya

September 3, 2010

Tourism Jobs In Kenya. Tourism Consultant

Tourism Jobs In Kenya. Tourism Consultant

Marasa Holdings Ltd.. a subsidiary of the Madhvani Group is looking for a qualified and experienced Tourism Consultant (preferably with practical experience within East Africa) to carry out a study on the viability and practicability of setting up a stand alone ground handling operations for its 3 Safari Lodges in Uganda (Mweya, Paraa and Chobe Safari Lodges) in order to put together a package to market these destinations in a circuit to the source markets.

Requirements
Applicants must be holders of recognized post graduate level degree in the hospitality industry.
* A minimum of 6 years practical operational experience in the hospitality industry and in particular in the ground handling side.
* To be able to present a detailed review of the operational and financial requirements of setting up the independent ground handling operation as well as presenting a detailed strategic plan for the implementation of the same.
* Provide on estimate and time line for carrying out the same.

Applications con be submitted by email to marasalimited@gmail.com and the closure date is 20th September. 2010.

Ground Handling Manager Job

Ground Handling Manager Job

Marasa Holdings Ltd. a subsidiary of the Madhvani Group, the owner of the 3 leading Safari Lodges in Uganda (Mweya, Paraa and Chobe Safari Lodges), is looking for a highly qualified, experienced and motivated individual to set up and manage a newly created independent ground handing operations entity.

Requirements
* The applicant must be a holder of a recognized post graduate level degree in the hospitality industry.
* A minimum of 6 years practical operational experience in the industry and in ground handling in particular with a strong background of dealing with operators in source markets.
* To be able to set up the operations from scratch as per the agreed strategic plan and implement the same within the agreed budget and time line.
* Excellent communication and management skills, attention to detail, hard working with excellent organizational skills.
* Aware of global and regional developments with the required area of specialization in the hospitality industry

A competitive salary, commensurate with the experience and qualifications, will be offered to the successful candidate.
Applications may be submitted to marasalimited@gmail.com not later than 20th September, 2010.

 

Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa Supplies Procurement Job

Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa Supplies Procurement Job

Procurement Jobs Kenya.
Aga Khan Hospital, Mombasa is an institution of Aga Khan Health Service Kenya which is part of Aga Khan Development Network.
The 82 bed capacity hospital forms part of a network of health facilities in East Africa which include clinics, general hospitals and the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. It provides hospital care to the population of the Coast province of Kenya and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex and specialist cases.
The Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa has achieved acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO accreditation and is moving towards new standards of quality and clinical excellence.
The hospital is looking to recruit an ideal candidate for the following position:

Supplies and Procurement Manager
* Degree in Purchasing and Supplies management or higher qualification.
* Professional Qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies.
* Proficiency in Computer Applications
* Minimum of 7 years experience in reputable institution.
* Experience in procurement of pharmaceutical supplies will be added advantage.
* The candidate must demonstrate good working knowledge of procurement and stocks management.

Applications should be forwarded to:
The HR and Admin Manager
P.O. Box 83013 80100 GPO,
Mombasa
or email: hr@msa.akhskenya.org
Closing date: 10th September 2010

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) HR & Warehouse Assistant Jobs

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) HR & Warehouse Assistant Jobs

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Somalia/Kenya is a two Country Program with four field offices in Dadaab (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland), Bossaso (Puntland) and Mogadishu (South Central). NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Daadab in2007.
NRC is seeking for qualified candidates to flu the following positions for its Dadaab Program:

Position Vacant: Warehouse Assistant
Reporting to: Logistics Assistant
Main Responsibilities include:
* Responsible for the receipt, storage end ewe of materials
* With the Logistics Assistant, plan an effective materials flow system within the warehouse
* Carry out weekly and monthly Inventory (Stock Audit) to compare physical and book quantity and report to the Logistics Assistant any loss, damage or discrepancies.
* Prepare weekly and monthly stock reports as required.
* Ensure effective tracking of materials in the warehouse and returns from the field.
* Ensure proper and clear records of all incoming and outgoing materials is kept and maintained.
Required Qualifications:
* Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Business Administration from a recognized institution or related Discipline or equivalent work experience
* A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position.
* Previous NGO experience we be an added advantage.
* Computer literacy in MS- word/ spreadsheets is a requirement

Position: HR Assistant
Reporting to: HR & Administration Officer
Main duties and responsibilities:
* Support human Resources processes which cover recruitment, induction, performance management staff welfare and health & safety as per NRC standards
* Establishing, maintaining and controlling personnel, recruitment records, files, correspondence, reports, and organization charts
* Assist in dissemination of information from HR to the staff.
* Providing assistance in monitoring employee performance appraisal process.
* Ensure that payroll functions are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Interpreting, assisting and arising employees and managers regarding HR procedures and policies within the specified guidelines.
* Coordinate clearance of staff separating from NRC.
Required Qualifications:
* Higher Diploma/Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration from a recognized institution.
* At least 3 years relevant experience in a human resources department,
* Good working knowledge of current Kenyan labour law,
* Good communication and facilitation skills.
* Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications is a requirement.

The positions are for a fixed-term duration of 4 months from September to December 31st 2010 (renewable thereafter depending on continued funding and programmatic requirements).
If you meet the above requirements, please send a cover letter including your CV, Copies of Academic Credentials, contacts of three referees end daytime telephone numbers to the address below by 13th September 2010. Please quote the job title on the subject heading or envelope

Applications should be submitted to:
Norwegian Refugee Council,
Chaka Place, 3rd Floor,
P.O Box 21211-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email Address: recruitment_nb@som.nrc.no
or
Norwegian Refugee Council, Dadaab Field Office P.O Box 05, Dadaab

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted
The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.

Legal Jobs In Kenya. Paralegal Officer

Legal Jobs In Kenya. Paralegal Officer

Legal and Lawyer Jobs In Kenya.
Reporting to the company secretary, the job holder will be responsible for:

Generic Job Description:
* Preparation of evidence.
* Occasionally attend court to give evidence.
* Checking legal forms for accuracy
* Interview witnesses and document evidence
* Preparing reports
* Preparing correspondence
* Drafting all sorts of legal documents
* Preparing declarations
* Preparing form complaints

JOB REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:
* Diploma in Law.
* 3 years experience.
* Good writing and communication skills
* The ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
* Basic computer skills
* The ability to perform legal research
* In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
* The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy

NB:
Applicants who have previous experience in Transport industry will have an added advantage..
Please send your current C.V to henry@myjobseye.com  Indicate the position applied for on the Email subject line. Indicate your current salary on your C.V

Truck Driver Jobs Kenya

Truck Driver Jobs Kenya

Vacancy- TRUCK DRIVERS

CLASS: BCE WITH SPECIAL CLASS- ARTICULATED

Job Purpose:
To provide reliable and courteous transportation service to customers with safety as a top priority; to provide a communication link between customers, suppliers and staff; to operate and maintain assigned vehicle(s) in good order; and to maintain vehicle and customer records.

Tasks
* Drives truck with capacity of more than 3 tons to transport and deliver cargo, materials, or damaged vehicles as instructed.
* Maintains radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location.
* Maintains vehicle log according to company regulations and legal regulations.
* Keeps record and take responsibility for materials and products transported.
* Position blocks and ties rope around items to secure cargo for transport.
* Cleans, inspect, and service vehicle and ensure that the vehicle is maintained in good order.
* Operates equipment on vehicle to load, unload, or disperse cargo or materials.
* Obtains customer signature or collects payment for goods delivered and delivery charges as instructed.
* Assists in loading and unloading truck manually.
* Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Job Specifications:
1. Must be a holder of at least an O Level certificate
2. Must possess a certificate of Good Conduct
3. Should be at least 26years old
4. A mechanical background is an added advantage (Training in basic Mechanics).
5. Must be fluent in both English and Kiswahili, both written and spoken
6. Must be ready to work out of station for at least 50% of time.
Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirement s can apply to
The HR Manager
P.O. Box 84162-80100
Mombasa
E Mail: hrmombasajobs@gmail.com

Aftermarket Leadership Role Office and IT Equipment and Software Solutions

Aftermarket Leadership Role Office and IT Equipment and Software Solutions

An exceptional opportunity exists for a dynamic business or IT graduate with a minimum of ten years relevant experience, at least live at a managerial level, to lead a team of specialists responsible for developing contract maintenance business and consumables and service parts revenues for a major East African organisation specializing in office equipment and business solutions.

Customer-focused and highly results oriented, the person appointed will have a background in sales and marketing preferably with a strong bias to aftermarket products and services.

Innovative thinkers, they will at the same time have the administrative flair and attention to detail to ensure that all initiatives are properly implemented and followed through. They will be good communicators with outstanding interpersonal skills.

The excellent package offered reflects the importance of the job.

Please send your curriculum vitae by not later than 12th September to mike.holtham@mwebbiz.co.za or write to

Mike Holtham and Associates
P.O Box 285
Cape Town 8000

International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya Jobs

International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya Jobs

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana region and refugees in the Kakuma and Dadaab (Hagadera) camps.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, sanitation and hygiene and HIV/AIDS.

The IRC provides an open ended contract, competitive salary and benefits package to its staff as well as a well planned staff development opportunity.

Applications are invited for the position of:


Health Co-ordinator (Nairobi Based)
The Health Coordinator (Kenya) is a member of the Kenya CMT (country management team) and will have leadership role for the Kenya health program ensuring program quality, achieve steady growth for the health sector (in terms of budget and geography) and networking internally within IRC and externally.

The position is based in Nairobi with frequent travel to the program sites in Kakuma, Dadaab, Lodwar and other sites. We need a person with excellent technical skills, strategic thinking and vision, innovative problem solving skills, program coordination experience and someone who can work well with the Larger Kenya team based in the field sites and Nairobi.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs1@kenya.theirc.org

BCC Officer (Lodwar Based)

IRC Kenya is currently looking for a BCC Officer to ensure BCC strategies are in line with the IRC and BCC health programs framework in the Larger Turkana district.

The position holder will be based in Lodwar. She/he will be supervised by the HIV/AIDS Project Manager, with a roving responsibility of supervising and providing technical support to IRC project sites.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs2@kenya.theirc.org

All interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with a clearly marked subject of the specific job title being applied for together with a cover letter specifying how they meet the qualification criteria (as mentioned in the detailed Job Description) and an updated CV with current contact of three professional referees, to the following email address: hr@kenya.theirc.org:

OR on the envelope to

Human Resource Manager,
International Rescue Committee,
P.O. Box 62727-00200 Nairobi by 10 September, 2010.

IRC is an equal opportunities employer

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) Human Capital Advisor Job Vacancy

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) Human Capital Advisor Job Vacancy

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused advisory, tax and assurance services to public sector entities and private companies, building public trust and enhancing value for clients and their stakeholders

With more than 7,500 professional staff located in 31 countries in Africa, PwC has
the largest foot-print of all professional services firms on the African continent. Local ownership of all our Africa firms assures commitment to the development of our people and economy.

We are seeking to strengthen our Human Capital team in Kenya by recruiting a highly motivated individual for the position of a Human Capital Advisor.

Reporting to the Country Head of Human Capital, the role holder will play a significant role as part of the team to help implement the human capital strategy in Kenya.

Specifically, the key responsibilities of the Human Capital Advisor will be to:
    * Be part of the Human Capital team in delivering the Human Capital strategy and the PwC People Experience
    * Coordinate the implementation of the Learning and Development (L&D) activities for the non-technical business skills for the firm
    * Be part of the of Learning and Development community in the roll-out and monitoring of the Learning Management System
    * Maintain relationships with the business leaders, staff and external stakeholders and provide support in employment legislation matters, policy issues and learning and development
    * Preparation and analysis of HR management reports regularly as and when required for the business
    * Support in actively reviewing the existing policies to comply with the labour legislation and best practice market trends
    * Maintain relationships with the business unit leaders to provide Information, investigate trends, establish L&D demands and gain feedback on non-technical training offerings
    * Drive the strategy for the non-technical training offering and ensure there is consistency across the firm
    * Measure and report the effectiveness and value of L&D activity across the firm on non-technical training offerings

The successful candidate will be required to have the following demonstrable skills and competencies

    * Degree in Social Sciences with a post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management
    * Minimum of 3 - 5 years of demonstrable experience as a HR generalist in a HR business partner role or in a similar role.
    * Experience in learning 8 development and HR policy reviews would be an added advantage
    * Knowledge of external market best practices for learning and development delivery including cost effective arid efficient transactional services
    * Excellent relationship management and influencing skills at different levels in the firm
    * Knowledge of employment legislation and best practices in human capital practices and policies

To apply for this position, please send your application with a detailed CV including names of at least 3 referees to recruitment.ke@ke.pwc.com or apply online on our website www.pwc.com/ke/careers

Kenyan Job Vacancies : Quality Inspectors & Machine Operators.

Kenyan Job Vacancies : Quality Inspectors & Machine Operators.

Coninx is a medium sized company manufacturing high quality plastic products.

Vacancies: MACHINE OPERATORS (4 Posts)
Basic qualifications: O level Grade C and above in Mathematics, physics and chemistry and Computer literate. (Electronics, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering background will be a plus.)

Vacancies: QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTORS (2 Posts)

Basic qualifications: O level Grade C and computer literate.

(Applied Science Diploma an added advantage)

Coninx Industries Ltd
Address: P.O.Box 45435
Nairobi – 00100
Nairobi Area
Contact: Mr. Morris Mutisya

Tax Accountant Job. Audit Experience Wanted.

Tax Accountant Job. Audit Experience Wanted.

One of our clients, a leading mid sized audit firm is in need of a tax accountant with audit background. Reporting to the managing partner, the person will be responsible for ensuring direct taxes for clients are accurately accounted for and paid to Kenya Revenue authority within the statutory due dates.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare monthly withholding tax returns for submission to KRA;
Follow up withholding tax certificates to ensure recoverability of withheld taxes if any;
Prepare corporation tax computations on a quarterly basis for reporting purposes; file installment and final tax returns as well as annual Self Assessment Returns (SAR);
Prepare monthly reporting schedules
.
Minimum Requirements:
CPA Part 2
2-3 years Accounting experience preferably in a similar role, those working in audit firm will have a definite advantage;
Experience with Kenyan Tax Legislation;
Proficient in MS Office and other accounting packages;
Ability to work with minimum supervision;
A diligent worker with good analytical skills;
A proven team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title (Tax Accountant) on the email subject.

Please indicate current or last and desired salary. Omission of salary details will lead to disqualification.

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th Floor, 

Development house, Moi Avenue, Nairobi.
Via email to:  jobs@staff-kenya.com

Our Website: www.staff-kenya.com

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