Inspector of Works Job Vacancy - NDFK Jobs in Kenya

NFDK seeks to engage a clerk of works / inspector of works to monitor and evaluate progress on various projects funded by the organization.

The applicant must meet the following basic requirements:- 

• Possession of an Ordinary Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the supervision of building construction works. Membership to the Institute of Clerk of Works Kenya will be an added advantage.
• Fluent in Kiswahili and English.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and make reports.
• Ready to travel within the country.
• Proficiency in Computers.
• Exhibit understanding of duties and responsibilities of Clerk of Works/Inspector of Buildings for Building Construction.

Each application to be handwritten stating your current remuneration package and must be accompanied by copies of relevant documents.

Applications clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT AS A CLERK OF WORKS’ are to be posted or delivered to:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya
2nd Floor, Rehema House
Standard Street/Kaunda Street
P.O. Box 47857 - 00100
Nairobi

so as to be received on or before 30th August, 2011 at 12.00 noon. 

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WASH Facilities Program Manager and Hygiene Promotion Project Manager Jobs in Kenya

Background


Catholic Relief Services – USCCB is the official agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for relief and development overseas. CRS supports programs in over 100 countries and works through local partners.


CRS has been implementing development and emergency relief efforts in Kenya for the past forty years.


The CRS Kenya Country Program is opening an office in Dadaab which will provide emergency assistance to refugees and Kenyan communities that are being affected by the current drought.


CRS is developing partnerships with the Government of Kenya, Diocese of Garissa, UN organisations, INGO’s and NGO’s for greater sustainability and higher quality programming.


We are seeking suitable persons to fill the following positions in response to the drought crisis in the country.


All candidates require technical competencies in the respective areas, experience in emergency programming, ability and willingness to work and live in a diverse, challenging and potentially unstable environment and a commitment to work with and support faith based partners of CRS many of whom are Catholic institutions


1) Program Manager (WASH Facilities)

Location: Dabaab (Ref. 2011/23)


Purpose: Reporting to Program Manager II, the Program Manager will have responsibility for program implementation, quality assurance, monitoring, staff supervision and reporting for WASH activities carried out during the emergency.


Summary of Key Responsibilities:


The Manager will be in charge of leading the construction of water and sanitation infrastructure and assurance of the quality participation of communities in all aspects of the project cycle.


S/he will ensure that CRS water supply and sanitation infrastructure is in line with the agreed standards for construction, operation and maintenance with other actors working in Dadaab (or other locations).


Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: 

• Degree in civil engineering/water/environmental and sanitation, or experience to match
• Minimum five years WASH management experience.
• Experience in design and management of construction projects
• Demonstrated experience with an array of leadership managing issues and solutions, related to construction and water and sanitation.
• Strong leadership, coordination and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated success leading the work of culturally diverse teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge on various GOK environmental, hygiene and sanitation policy, building act, sphere standard guidelines etc.
• Demonstrated competence in providing technical assistance in the field in both the management of WASH projects and the design and implementation of WASH facilities.
• Demonstrated ability with project grants management.
• Experience with capacity strengthening and partnership building.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience in vulnerability assessments, beneficiary registration, emergency distributions, and monitoring and evaluation in emergency situations.
• High integrity, good stewardship of resources & ability to cultivate constructive relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and Computer Skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)

2) Project Manager (Hygiene Promotion)

Location: Dabaab (Ref. 2011/24)

Purpose: Reporting to Program Manager, the Project Manager will promote safe WASH practices, including appropriate use and maintenance of WASH facilities and services and ensure effective coordination and integration of Hygiene Promotion activities with the delivery of water and sanitation services and facilities.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will focus on information management by designing and managing a plan to monitor activities, outputs and impact and adapt the program as needed; implementation by mobilization of the disaster affected communities as appropriate for participation in planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of WASH facilities and services; resource management by managing the day-to-day logistics, administration, and personnel activities in accordance with national law and organisational guidelines and overall program approach by ensuring that Hygiene Promotion activities are in line with relevant standards, codes of conduct, and humanitarian principles.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: 

• Degree in environmental/public/community health or any other related field with at least three years practical experience in appropriate community health and environmental programs in an emergency/ refugee program set up
• Experience and understanding of community mobilization in relation to water and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of chronic and fluid humanitarian issues in refugee situations is also essential.
• Experience of effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of toilets construction.
• Familiarity and expertise in low-cost, appropriate & sustainable latrines technology at the community level in rural settings
• Knowledge of public health issues related to sanitation and management and administration of public health programs
• Knowledge of project cycle management, monitoring and evaluation tools and relevant national and international strategies and frameworks in the areas of sanitation and toilets construction
• High level of sensitivity to cultural issues
• Training, coaching, monitoring and evaluation skills
• High integrity, good stewardship of resources & ability to cultivate constructive relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and Computer Skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below mentioned by August 21, 2011.

Residents in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
P.O. Box 49675, GPO 00100 Nairobi
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’ and the envelopes for those using postal address.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Ministry of Roads Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Kenya

The Government of the Republic of Kenya, through the Ministry of Roads and the Ministry of Transport, has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to finance the Kenya Transport Sector Support Project (KTSSP).

The project will support policy and institutional reforms and enhance the capacity of Institutions providing oversight and regulatory functions for effective service delivery in the Transport Sector and also finance priority infrastructure improvements.

The project implementing agencies include Ministry of Roads, Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), Ministry of Transport, Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), and Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). The project Oversight Committee (POC) will oversee the implementation of the project.

The Government therefore intends to engage a Project Coordinator who will report to the Permanent Secretary (Ministry of Roads) and will be responsible for the following tasks: 

1. Provide overall project coordination and reporting;
2. Ensure timely production of joint overall project implementation progress reports;
3. Report to the POC all projects related matters, any difficulties/bottlenecks and policy matters hat may hinder smooth project preparation and implementation;
4. Convene meetings with Team Leaders of project implementing agencies on a quarterly basis to review implementation progress during the life of the project;
5. Ensure that adequate coordination exists with all other Project implementation Teams (PITs) and Ministry of Finances as required;
6. Secretary to the project Oversight Committee (POC).

The Project Coordinator shall have the following qualification, and competencies: 

• A first degree in Civil Engineering — Bsc. (Civil).
• An advanced university degree (Masters or PhD) in civil engineering, project management, economics or an equivalent field will be an added advantage.
• A background in project management /coordination, monitoring and evaluation.
• Over fifteen years demonstrated experience in transport sector planning, managing or coordinating complex projects.
• Have strong leadership capacities, interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of successful leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Must have strong writing skills.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Ms Projects.
• Knowledge or World Bank project and procurement guidelines will be an added advantage.

The project Coordinator is expected to be fluent in English and Kiswahili, and will be required for the duration of the project.

The Project Coordinator shall be engaged for an initial period of twenty four (24) months to perform the services on full time basis to attain the objectives cited above.

Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract may be extended for further periods within the project period.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply by submitting applications together with up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials and day time telephone contacts of three (3) referees including their
addresses.

All applications shall be addressed to: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Roads, P.O. Box 30260-00100, Nairobi and should be deposited in the Tender Box situated on Ground Floor, opposite Room 48, Works Building, Ngong Road so as to be received on or before Wednesday 30th August, 2011 at 11.30am.

The Ministry of Roads reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications submitted without giving reasons for its decision thereof.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Lawy N. Aura
For: Permanent Secretary 

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Facilities Manager Job Position in Kenya

Job Description:Facilities Manager

1) Routine Outputs:Site Services, Asset Management and Control

Key Performance Indicators:

Technical Services

Supply / Control / Maintain / Manage Non Production related site equipment including: 

• Steam
• Compressed Air
• Municipal and borehole water
• HVAC and Refrigeration
• Site assets, building and Grounds
• Electrical equipment
• Electricity and Generators
• Handling equipment/hoists
• Dock levelers
• Waste water and effluent
• Steam and condensate reticulation

Soft Services

Manage and Control 3rd Party suppliers e.g. 

• Catering
• Cleaning
• Security

Activities: 

• Meet budget
• Available service
• Service meet user needs
• Cost management with downward operating cost trend
• Comply with SLA

2) Routine Outputs: Housekeeping, Safety, Health and Environment

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Conformance to Occupational Health Safety Act.
• Conformance to Environmental Act
• Identify and inform to potential exposure on safety and environmental act.
• Conform to client and the organization’s Global standards

Activities: 

• In line with corporate identity manual
• Conformance to statutory requirements

3) Routine Outputs: Security Management

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Ensure compliance with client and the organization’s security standards
• Monitor security systems and procedures.

Activities: 

• As per security contracts
• As per site security standards

4) Routine Outputs: Maintenance Systems

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Establish PPM for equipment
• Ensure adherence to PPM standards
• Ensure compliance to Regulatory requirements

Activities: 

• Continuous reduction of maintenance costs
• Competent maintenance team
• Training/ development needs in place

5) Routine Outputs: Quality

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Communicate standards to team
• Establish systems to hold team accountable for standards

Activities: 

• Adherence to agreed standards
• Standards are documented and communicated to all concerned
• Standards are effective and adhered to

6) Routine Outputs: Operations Services Strategy

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Drive services towards common company objectives / goals
• Enforce accountability / responsibility to the team

Activities: 

• Objectives are set to achieve strategy
• Action plans are in place

7) Routine Outputs: Finance Management

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Track expenses against forecasts / budget
• Identify and inform of potential expense exposure.
• Identify and implement potential savings.
• Comply with procurement standards
• Effective inventory control

Activities: 

• Meet budget / forecasts deadlines
• Controlled budget expenses
• Variance to budget justified and explained
• Savings achievement

8) Routine Outputs: 

• Project Output
• Services – as per site services

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Feasibility study
• Project plan (mechanical)
• Implementation of project plan
• Track expenses against the budget
• Technical support

Activities: 

• Meet project plan
• Meet budget
• Satisfy customer
• Adherence to NOSA standards
• Adherence to company standards

9) Routine Outputs: 

• Reports

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Operations
• Finance
• EHS
• SLA

Activities: 

• Timeouts
• Accurate
• According to contract

10) Routine Outputs: 

• Staff and 3rd Party Supplier Management

Key Performance Indicators: 

• Performance standards met
• Staff training and development
• Maintenance of staff discipline
• Ensure 3rd Party Suppliers comply with delivery requirements

Activities: 

• Appraisals / KRAs completed
• Supplier Performance measures completed
• Training plans approved
• Code of conduct upheld
• Improvement plans in place

Formal Learning Required / Qualifications

Qualification required: Diploma / Degree in Engineering

Qualification preferred: Engineering qualification

Experience Required 

• Minimum experience required is 2 years in a similar position; however five years would be preferable.
• 3rd Party Management skills
• PPM Maintenance / Engineering skills and knowledge
• Strategic management and planning skills
• Knowledge of corporate EHS strategy, standards and requirements
• Knowledge of Security standards
• Knowledge of ISO 9001
• Basic accounting and finance skills
• Computer literacy
• Extensive experience in the maintenance of buildings/plants/factories or industrial infrastructure

Kindly send your CV and remuneration details to theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Support Engineer Jobs in Kenya

Our client a part of Computer Point Group with a turnover of more than US$ 45 million with offices across East Africa having the largest number of deployments for enterprise class Storage, Servers and Contact Centre Solutions seeks to recruit the most qualified and competent candidates to fill in the following positions.

Business Development Manager

Responsibilities. 

• Planning and Managing the full relationship between business and most important customers.
• Identify and generate new ICT business opportunities to further improve market share and awareness by gaining an understanding of customer needs.
• Intelligence gathering on customers and competitors generating sales leads.
• Provide customers with a quality service, building good rapport and loyal relationship.
• Follow up on overall sales activity; undertake formal proposal writing and business model design.
• Attend workshops, trade shows and seminar to keep up with changes and representing the company in a responsible professional and mature way.
• Adopt a team approach, works with the accounts manager in pursuit of common goals and making corporate business decisions..
• Support and manage existing customers and develop new sales leads.
• Provide customers with a quality service, building good rapport and loyal relationship.
• Use effective sales techniques to acquiring new accounts.
• Manage complete sales cycle right from prospection, relationship management up to collections.
• Create quality leads by cross selling and up selling products.
• Data Analysis data and provide commercially useful information to existing and prospecting accounts.
• Adherence to all business, departmental projects and customer policies, procedures and processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of sales and business.
• Keep up to date with products & pricing, making good use of their systems, to ensure correct information is given to the customer and their needs matched.

Requirements: 

• Bachelors of Engineering or B sc. Computer sciences or equivalent qualifications.
• 5 years experience in area of IT products and services.
• Must have 2- 3 yrs experience in accounts management.
• Competent in IT packages.
• Previous experience in sales across eastern Africa will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable dealing with people at all levels.
• Proactive and confident in approach.
• Leadership abilities.
• Ability to maintain a high level of self motivation and to work with minimum supervision
• An ability to understand the needs of potential customers
• Proven ability to overcome objections
• A desire to make the most of opportunities available
• Able to build strong customer relationships based on trust and service delivery
• Competent in IT packages.

Accounts Manager

Responsibilities 

• Support and manage existing customers and develop new sale leads.
• Provide customer with quality services, building good transport and loyal relationship.
• Ensures that client issues are dealt with in an efficient manner, informing the development manager of any problems that may arise.
• Use effective techniques to acquiring new accounts.
• Meet office and personal targets and ensure customer retention by closing profitable, commercial sound deals.
• Works closely with the project team in order to maintain a continuous knowledge of project status in order to identify potential issues and/or opportunities within or related to the project.
• Ensures that all processes and procedures are completed, quality standards are met, and that projects are profitable.
• Managing complete sales cycle right from prospecting, relationship management up to payment collections.
• Aware and in pursuit of opportunities for account growth and new business, involving the development manager
• Data analysis data and provide commercially useful information to existing and prospecting accounts.
• Adherence to all business, departmental projects and customer policies, procedures and processes.
• Understanding of company capabilities and service, and effectively communicates all offerings to the client.
• Reports to the business development, providing regular input on all account activity, including status and call reports on a weekly basis.

Requirements 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree.
• Masters of Business Administration is an advantage
• Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in the area of IT Products & Services Sales.
• Minimum 1 years of Account Management experience Proven Account Management skills required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
• Extremely detail oriented
• Technical competence (understand software, hardware, networks, etc)
• Motivated, goal oriented, persistent and a skilled negotiator
• High level of initiative and work well in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Handles stressful situations and deadline pressures well
• Plans and carries out responsibilities with minimal direction
• Should have strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Support Engineer

Job responsibilities 

• Support of Windows and Linux operating systems and applications network applications and desktop applications and desktop applications like Active directory and Microsoft office.
• Experience in working with Enterprise IT solutions.
• Knowledge and experience in Windows server environment and systems (mid-range to high –end).
• Attending day to day support Calls as assigned by help desk.
• Providing daily reports to help desk.
• Completing assigned activities b the project team and reporting to project team on daily basis.

Job Requirements: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science/Electronics.
• Minimum 1-2 years of work experience in the area of implementation and support if windows/Linux operating systems.
• Experience and certification for implementation of Intel based servers from HP or IBM or Dell (A MUST).
• A Microsoft certification required like MCSE, A+ etc.
• CCNA certificate will be an added advantage.
• Certifications in storage technologies like HP, Net App will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of deploying and Managing Active Directory is required.

If you are the person we are looking for, send an application letter, CV, attach the relevant testimonials and 3 referees, a daytime telephone contact to careers@kcr-hr.com before 23rd August 2011.

Applications received past the deadline will not be accepted.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Safaricom Engineer Job vacancy in Kenya (SDM Planning )

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the VAS Technical Department within the Technical & IT Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

SDM Planning Engineer 

Ref: TECHNICAL_SDMPE_AUGUST 2011

Reporting to the Principal Engineer SDM (Subscriber Data Management) Planning; the holder of the position will be responsible for evaluation of new and existing hardware, planning & design for new solutions, implementation and integration of new hardware/software, optimization of existing systems and internal process improvement.

Key Responsibilities 

• Create key performance indicators for new products/services;
• Play a lead role in marketing proposals, product & services vendor evaluation process; weighted evaluation for new hardware, features and services;
• Design network for SDM for the new elements that are added and analyze it as required;
• Minimize network and service impact for any change;
• Create and update handover system configuration documentation after software/hardware upgrade;
• Configure data for new systems with vendor engineer and create/adopt necessary work instruction for existing systems;
• Perform S.W.O.T Analysis of projects and play a lead role in transference of SDM skills and knowledge technicians;
• Analyze the effect of a new/improvement change before & after project implementation;
• Build internal and external relationships with key customers and suppliers to deliver continuous quality solutions to business.

Minimum requirements 

• Degree/Diploma in either Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering or IT (Computing) – Operating systems, databases, LAN design and configuration, TCP/IP;
• 3 years working as an engineer in a telecommunications environment (vendor or operator);
• Experience of GSM HLR will be an added advantage;
• Experience of NSN NT-HLR and/or Service @once Activation Manager (SAAM) Solutions will be an added advantage.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Monday the 22nd August 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke 

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Job Vacancy in Kenya- GVEP International Renewable Energy Specialist

Job Title:Renewable Energy Specialist

Reports to: GVEP International Regional Manager Africa

Based in: GVEP International Africa Regional Office, Kiganjo House, Rose Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya


Responsibilities and Tasks

Purpose


This is a fixed term contract (16 months) to support the Africa Regional Office in providing technical assistance to SMEs in the ESME programme under the World Bank administered Russian fund.


The fund is for supporting Energy SMEs in Sub Sahara Africa to strengthen their capacity to provide energy services to poor communities in the SSA region.


GVEP International has $5m in funding to provide technical assistance, business development services and assistance in accessing finance for SMEs in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Mali and Senegal. Government agencies in these countries also receive funding from the Trust Fund to support SMEs through specific programmes which GVEP International has helped to design.


The primary focus of the GVEP International programme is on assisting eligible SMEs and projects to access the support being provided through government agencies and ensuring they become sustainable and successful enterprises.


Activities also extend to assisting similar SMEs and projects to qualify for finance from other sources, e.g. other government initiatives, donor programmes, banks and/or investors.


Follow up with these various enterprises to enable them to realise their potential is a key part of the GVEP International work plan agreed with the World Bank.


The Role


The Renewable Energy Specialist will be responsible for analyzing projects being assisted under the programme and advising on their technical viability. He/she will report to the ESME programme Manager based in the Africa Regional Office in Nairobi.


Main responsibilities include: 

• Developing frameworks and tools for analyzing projects in small/mini/micro/pico hydro, solar, biomass and other renewable technologies which involve electricity generation;
• Analyzing individual projects for technical feasibility and advising project developers, financiers and other stakeholders on the same;
• Procuring technical consultants where specific expertise is required to support a project or SME;
• Making recommendations on how the projects may be redesigned to make them viable, where possible;
• Developing standards and benchmarks for project implementation;
• Monitoring projects as they are implemented to ascertain that they are proceeding as per specifications and that they meet industry standards and best practices;
• Providing advice and support to projects to ensure their success and viability;

Requirements: 

• Educated to a post graduate degree (MSc/MA) level in a related field such as Renewable Eneregy or Engineering.
• Knowledge and experience in design, implementation and/or operation of small hydro plants, and experience in analysis of such projects for technical feasibility;
• Knowledge and experience in other renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, and biomass;
• Project management skills and experience of hiring and managing specialist consultants;
• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector in the East Africa region;
• High level of inter-personal skills and ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing;

The position will require some travel within East Africa.

To apply please send your CV plus a covering letter (in English) outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience match the job specification to E-mail: recruitment@gvepinternational.org

Deadline for applications submission is 22 August, 2011.

GVEP International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. 

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Vacancy in Kenya - AutoCAD Technician

Position: AutoCAD Technician

Requirements & Experience: 

1. One to Two years experience in a busy drafting environment preferably in a Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Consulting Firm.

2. Can work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated..

3. Can work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

4. An education background in Engineering will be an added advantage.

5. Knowledge of ArchiCAD will be an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Doing of drafting work.

2. Converting of hand drawn Engineering Design sketches to working CAD drawings.

3. Designing Bill of Quantities.

Salary: 15K – 20K

Interested candidates should submit their applications by email and attaching their detailed Curriculum Vitae to hrd@selsyn.co.ke on or before 26 August 2011. 

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Factory Electrician Job in Kenya at Kinoro Tea Factory, Meru

Kinoro Tea Factory Co. Ltd seeks to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill the following vacant position.

Senior Factory Electrician

Reporting to the Production Manager - the successful candidate will be responsible for:- 

• Supervising electrical maintenance staff in the factory;
• Installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in the factory;
• Maintenance and servicing of standby generators;
• Motor rewinding and maintenance;
• Maintenance of fuel oil burners and other boiler accessories;
• Diagnosing electrical faults and ensuring timely attendance to the same;
• Requisitioning and verification of quality electrical spares and accessories;
• Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety measures and regulations.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:- 

• ‘O’ Level Division II or KCSE ‘C’ Plain or above;
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technician III certificate;
• At least five (5) years relevant working experience;
• Those with experience in handling electrical boiler burners will have an added advantage;
• Computer literacy;

Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 26th August 2011.

The Factory Unit Manager,
Kinoro Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P.O. Box 215,
Egoji 

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Chief Factory Supervisor Job in Kenya -Mungania Tea Factory

Mungania Tea Factory Co. Ltd seeks to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill the following vacant position.

Chief Factory Supervisor

Reporting to the Production Manager - the successful candidate will be responsible for: 

• Assigning duties to production staff and supervisors;
• Supervising staff in the assigned production lines;
• Maintaining accurate production records;
• Ensuring production of tea within set standards;
• Ensuring maintenance of hygiene and safety standards in the workplace;
• Participate in the maintenance of quality management systems;
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:- 

• ‘O’ Level Division II or KCSE ‘C’ Plain;
• Diploma in Food Science and Technology from a recognized institution;
• At least three (3) years working experience in a tea or food processing plant;
• Computer literacy.

Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 26th August 2011.

The Factory Unit Manager,
Mungania Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P.O. Box 927,
Embu

Email: info@mungania.ktdateas.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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Machine Operators Jobs in Kenya

The Organization

Finlays is Kenya’s largest agricultural export group employing 22,000 people and annually exporting 400 million stems of flowers, 7 million kilos of vegetables, 26 million kilos of black tea and 3 million kilos of tea extract.

The organization is geographically located in Nairobi, Naivasha, Kericho, Mt. Kenya and Mombasa, together with 1,200 vegetable outgrowers located throughout the country and 10,000 tea outgrowers.

The group has established itself as a reliable, responsible, innovative and sustainable producer with a deep knowledge and passion for its products.

Finlays, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Swire Group, maintains strategic focus to develop a sustainable business which in turn drives integrations, development and growth possibilities within Kenya and internationally.

The Job

Reporting to the Factory Assistant Manager, the job holder will be in charge of the CTC/ Driers/Sorting sections and shall ensure that all manufacturing parameters pertaining to food safety and quality are achieved.

Key Responsibilities 

• Ensure that all manufacturing parameters are achieved e.g. temperatures for driers and fermentation as pertains to food safety and quality
• Ensure that food safety is achieved at all times, through maintaining good manufacturing parameters
• Ensure that employees are in protective gear and adhere to health and safety regulations
• Ensure that employees are well trained, conversant with the working environment and are familiar with the Factories Act
• Make and maintain all documentation in section of responsibility
• Ensure adherence to ISO 22000 Standards
• Ensure maintenance of machinery is up to date
• Ensure handing over procedures are followed strictly
• Ensure Fair Trade standards are adhered to at all times

The Person 

• Diploma in Engineering ( Preferably Plant/Mechanical option).
• Knowledge of ISO 22000, fair trade and rain forest certifications
• Computer literate
• 3 years hands on experience in machinery operation and maintenance preferably in a tea factory
• Excellent communication skills
• Good organising and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Proven strong supervisory, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a team player and ready to learn.

If you meet the requirements for this position please submit an application including a detailed CV, your postal, email and telephone contacts and names and addresses of three referees to reach us not later than 26th August 2011.

Human Resource Director
P O Box 223 – 20200
Email: careers@finlays.co.ke
Fax: 052 – 32053
Kericho

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 

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Building & Civil Works Job Vacancy in Kenya

We are the Construction arm and flagship brand of a group of companies with interests in the Construction, Real Estate Development and Telecommunication sectors. Based in Kenya, we are ISO 9001:2008 certified and have growing operations in South Sudan and Rwanda.

A Kenya Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies and Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship Winner.

Our vision is to set new benchmarks in the industry through commitment to integrity and excellence.

Reporting to the Projects Manager, the candidate’s primary role will be overall project management and execution, contract administration and technical supervision.

This will include budgeting, planning and execution of activities, preparation, planning, preparation and submission of cost tracking reports, selection and coordination of site teams/sub-contractors working on various phases of the project.

You shall also review technical details to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed and that the projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications & Requirements 

• BSc. in Civil Engineering or any relevant field.
• Good working knowledge of computer based construction management and contract administration software like Auto-CAD, MS Projects and MS Office proficiency
• Post graduate qualifications in Project Management shall be added advantage
• Registration with ERB as Graduate or Registered Engineer and membership with IEK shall be added advantage
• Minimum age of 32 years
• Have a minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in end-to-end execution of large building & civil engineering projects
• Have at minimum 5 years experience in a supervisory role, fully in charge of large projects
• Strong leadership skills in overall project management, construction management and supervision
• Vast experience in tendering procedures and preparation of BOQs.
• Sound financial planning and cost control abilities
• Technical competence to advice on all engineering / project matters
• Ability to deliver under pressure
• Good oral and written communication skills
• High and unquestionable integrity
• Born again and committed Christians are strongly encouraged to apply

We are offering an attractive remuneration and benefits, pleasant working environment and an opportunity for challenging career growth.

Apply via email to projects.recruit@gmail.com to the attention of: The Group Head of Human Resource, stating your current and expected remuneration by 31st August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Project Engineers Jobs in Kenya(Re-Ad) - Building & Civil Works Construction Company

We are the Construction arm and flagship brand of a group of companies with interests in the Construction, Real Estate Development and Telecommunication sectors.

Based in Kenya, we are ISO 9001:2008 certified and have growing operations in South Sudan and Rwanda. A Kenya Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies and Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship Winner.

Our vision is to set new benchmarks in the industry through commitment to integrity and excellence.

Reporting to the Projects Manager, the candidate’s primary role will be overall project management and execution, contract administration and technical supervision.

This will include budgeting, planning and execution of activities, preparation, planning, preparation and submission of cost tracking reports, selection and coordination of site teams/sub-contractors working on various phases of the project.

You shall also review technical details to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed and that the projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications & Requirements 

• BSc. in Civil Engineering or any relevant field.
• Good working knowledge of computer based construction management and contract administration software like Auto-CAD, MS Projects and MS Office proficiency
• Post graduate qualifications in Project Management shall be added advantage
• Registration with ERB as Graduate or Registered Engineer and membership with IEK shall be added advantage
• Minimum age of 32 years
• Have a minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in end-to-end execution of large building & civil engineering projects
• Have at minimum 5 years experience in a supervisory role, fully in charge of large projects
• Strong leadership skills in overall project management, construction management and supervision
• Vast experience in tendering procedures and preparation of BOQs.
• Sound financial planning and cost control abilities
• Technical competence to advice on all engineering / project matters
• Ability to deliver under pressure
• Good oral and written communication skills
• High and unquestionable integrity
• Born again and committed Christians are strongly encouraged to apply

We are offering an attractive remuneration and benefits, pleasant working environment and an opportunity for challenging career growth.

Apply via email to projects.recruit@gmail.com to the attention of:

The Group Head of Human Resource, stating your current and expected remuneration by 31st August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Real Estate Development Project Manager - Construction Company Job in Kenya

We are the Project Management & Real Estate Development arm of a group of companies with interests in the Construction, Real Estate and Telecommunication sectors in Kenya and with growing operations in South Sudan and Rwanda.

We offer services in turnkey project management and real estate development to property developers in ensuring projects are successful investment opportunities.

Our strengths lie in all aspects related to the successful management of the real estate projects across the spectrum, right from initial project appraisal, financial analysis and procurement, design management, to post contract execution and post completion aftercare and closure.

Owing to expansion in the scope of our operations, we are seeking to recruit a qualified, highly motivated, results-oriented and proactive individual with proven competencies to fill the position ofProject Manager - Real Estate Development.

Reporting to the Group Head of Business Development, the ideal candidate will be tasked with employing a professional, authoritative and systematic approach in managing our projects from the preliminary stage of project inception to project feasibility, project design, tendering and post contract management, project closure and commissioning.

The Project Manager will also play a key role driving the company strategy to grow our brand and market share through sourcing and implementation of real estate related construction projects including joint venture partnerships.

Qualifications & Requirements 

• BSc. or HND in Construction Management or any other Construction or relevant business related courses from a recognized institution
• Post graduate qualifications in project management
• Aged between 30-40 years
• Minimum post graduate work experience of 8 years in a similar position
• Membership of relevant professional association will be an added advantage
• A proven sales background with exemplary results to match
• Proven professional experience to date in managing and implementing Real Estate/Construction Projects
• Proven experience in conducting feasibility studies, financing of projects, preparation of cost studies/cash flows and advising on building costs
• Outstanding management and supervisory skills
• Excellent project planning and time management skills
• Must possess strong presentation, numerical, technical, conceptual and analytical skills
• Ability to strategically analyze the market
• Ability to work without supervision, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong contract negotiation skills
• Must be dynamic to servicing a growing and demanding portfolio
• Strong marketing flair is required
• Excellent selling skills, aggressive and a go-getter
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and must possess good team spirit
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Born again and committed Christians are strongly encouraged to apply

Interested candidates are requested to forward their applications together with their CV, scanned copies of their credentials and are required to state their current and expected remuneration to hr.recruit@gmail.com by 31st August 2011. 

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Airworks Kenya Technical Records Officer and Central Librarian Job Vacancies in Kenya ( Re -Ad)

Technical Records Officer

Job Description

Reports to the Quality Manager

Management of aircraft maintenance data.

Managing the company Aircraft maintenance programme and generation of work packs

Preparation of all documents relevant to aircraft maintenance and management of the same upon completion.

Recording of aircraft data in the relevant books.

Auditing aircraft technical logs

Compiling monthly reports/projections

Document Archiving

Any other duties related to Aircraft technical records

Qualifications and Experience 

• Diploma in aeronautical engineering. An AMEL will be an added advantage
• Over three years proven experience in the same capacity in a busy organization.
• Proficiency in use of computer packages and conversant with electronic technical records systems
• Conversant with applicable KCAA regulations
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Be a team player
• Work under minimum supervision

2. Central Librarian

Job Description 

• Reports to Quality/Safety Manager.
• Responsible for the custody of all company manuals.
• Development of Library procedures and policy’
• Ensuring currency of all the company manuals
• Responsible for ensuring that all amendments to the manuals are carried out as received from various departments
• Distribution of all manuals and amendments, follow up to ensure that amendments are made and the withdrawal of superseded copies in the base and line stations.
• Document Archiving
• Any other Library related duties

Qualifications and Experience 

• At least a Diploma in Library science
• A good knowledge of library operations and sciences.
• At least three years experience in a busy library within the Aviation industry
• Proficiency in use of computer packages
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Be a team player
• Work under minimum supervision

Please send your application to:- info@airworks.co.ke

Please note the deadline will be 21 August 2011 

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CAFOD Country Programme Manager South Sudan Job Vacancy(RE-AD)

Country Programme Manager Sudan 

£33,118-£36,743 p.a.

CAFOD, one of the UK's leading international aid agencies, is currently looking for a Country Programme Manager for our office in Khartoum, Sudan

Following the July 2011 secession of South Sudan, the Sudan programme represents a small team. The programme is livelihoods-focused based in South Darfur and Khartoum States.

You will be responsible for leading, planning and monitoring our programmes in Sudan in line with agreed strategies.

You will also ensure financial and funding accountability for the country programme while representing CAFOD externally acting as the strategic relationship holder with partners and authorities.

You will be the person responsible for the management of the country office, leading and managing the staff team.

You should have a strong understanding of livelihoods programmes and an ability to develop innovative livelihoods programmes in the region.

You should be able to work effectively within the context of agreed programme frameworks using programme cycle management tools. We expect you to demonstrate excellent skills in managing complex programmes in a development/humanitarian context.

Come and join us and help make a real difference in the lives of the world's poorest communities.

To read more and to apply please visit cafod.org.uk/jobs by closing date.

CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer

Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to child protection.

CAFOD is the official development and relief agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales and part of the Caritas Internationalis Confederation.

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WCDO Africa Area Director Job in Kenya (RE-AD)

World Concern Development organization wishes to recruit a qualified and competent person for the following position within World Concern Africa Area office:

Position: Africa Area Director

Location: Africa Area Regional Office- Nairobi

Reports To: Senior Director, Operations.

Supervises: Country Directors- Africa, Regional Office staff and Uganda Representative.

General Summary: 

The Africa Area Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of all of World Concern’s programs in Africa; Lead national and expatriate staff in successful fundraising, program development, management and expansion of WC’s disaster assistance and development programs in Africa.

He/She ensures cohesive alignment of program, country and organizational strategies to deliver an integrated development approach to reduce extreme poverty. International travel in the region includes Somalia, Sudan, Chad, Uganda, Kenya and others as necessary. Travel to the US averages two times per year to attend meetings.

Essential Job Duties: 

Leadership, Governance & Management

• Provide the strategic leadership, management, administration, planning, organization, and controls necessary to accomplish World Concern’s objectives in Africa.
• Expand organizational capacity to identify opportunities, create innovative approaches, generate quality proposals, implement successful programs and monitor for effective learning and increased impact.
• Guide staff in pursuit of the vision, mission and World Concern’s core values through exemplary Christian leadership, lifestyle and ministry integrity
• Ensure the health and spiritual growth of the organization through discipleship programs, personal modeling and fostering of transparent accountable relationships.
• Facilitate synergy between country programs to exploit core competencies or comparative advantages and overcome challenges
• Participate as a member of the World Concern Global Leadership Team providing field based perspective for the development of policies and strategic plans of World Concern.
• Maintain organizational compliance with all relevant country laws or regulations ensuring WC is in good standing with government agencies.
• Serve as Chairman of WCDO local board in Kenya bringing key issues to the forefront for discussion and decision making.
• Mentor direct reports for improved decision making, increased skill development and higher capacity to lead others.
• Ensure effective policies and procedures are being utilized to enhance selection, motivation, development, nurture and evaluation of personnel.
• Ensure organizational management tools are being implemented and completed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for staff and asset security ensuring that country programs are maintaining and implementing good security practices and procedures.
• Ensure programs in the Africa region have integrated spiritual impact strategy in operation plans that are appropriate to the country contexts.

Financial Management

• Ensure compliance with World Concern finance policies and procedures.
• Monitor program and country financial reports on a monthly basis working closely with Country Directors to ensure programs stay within available funding sources and that program expenditures are reasonable and allowable.
• Supervise the Regional Accountant and Regional Grant/Compliance Officer to ensure that financial systems and reports have integrity.
• Advise senior management regarding changes, trends or developments that might influence decision making or pose additional risk to the organization.

Communication & Reporting

• Ensure that programs and country offices deliver the necessary written, oral, and visual input for use by Resource Development to promote the work of World Concern.
• Foster effective communication throughout the organization by keeping relevant people in the know; sharing information transparently, appropriately and in a manner that engenders trust and goodwill. Ability to keep things appropriately confidential.
• Ensure timely, accurate, professional internal and external reports for all World Concern projects/programs or administration in compliance with WC, donor and other stakeholder requirements.

Networking, Donor and Public Relations

• Develop a growing inter-agency networking strategy leading to increased opportunities for partnership and program funding
• Represent World Concern as the primary contact in Africa for partnerships, organizational memberships, UN, US Government and other key relationships
• Facilitate networking and partner relationships to expand WC Africa donor base resulting in increased locally raised funding sources for all programs.
• Assure effective collaboration with fund-raising conducted out of the US by Crista and WR donor relations and marketing.

Essential Qualifications: 

1) Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field. Master’s Degree in development, leadership or other relevant field is desirable

2) Minimum 7 years management experience in relief and development with at least 3 years in a senior management role. Must have extensive experience managing US Government funded programs. Prior experience working in conflict or post-conflict settings is a must. Significant experience living and working cross culturally. Proven ability to write quality program proposals. Successful at fundraising across a broad spectrum of donors.

3) Competencies: 

• Leadership;
• Initiative;
• Judgment;
• Cooperation/Teamwork:
• Reliability:
• Communication:
• Problem Solving:
• Staff Development:
• Networking:
• Confidentiality

4. Excellent command of the English language both written and oral is required. Proficiency in Kiswahili is highly desirable. Ability to speak, French or Arabic is a plus.

If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, please send your cover letter and a CV including a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees to worldconcernhr@wcdro.org.

The deadline for receiving the applications is 31st August, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Chief Executive Officer at EACSOF (CEO) Job Vacancy

An Exciting Leadership Opportunity with Civil Society in East Africa

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The East African Civil Society Organizations’ Forum (EACSOF) is an autonomous umbrella body of all Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in East Africa.

Its mission is “to provide a platform and catalyze a critical mass of organized civil society to engage in need-driven, people-centered East Africa integration and cooperation process effectively and proactively for equitable and sustainable development”.

EACSOF seeks a qualified, energetic and capable candidate to serve as a CEO. He/she will be
responsible for high-level policy advocacy and interaction with leaders from the region.

Reporting directly to the Governing Council, the CEO will head the Secretariat and oversee
the day to day operations of the Forum.

Key duties and responsibilities 

• Provide strategic direction to EACSOF;
• Establish and develop relationships with current and potential donors across the corporate and development sectors;
• Provide financial oversight and ensure responsible and accountable use of EACSOF funds;
• Establish and implement human resource, financial management, governance and organisational learning systems and monitor compliance with local, regional and International laws and NGO best practices;
• Direct the process of conceptualizing, organizing and measuring the impact of EACSOF programmes and activities;
• Oversee the development, implementation and documentation of a public-private partnership profile for EACSOF in the region especially with EAC;
• Create a programme for expansion of EACSOF membership and set up information systems, skills and contacts exchange within the region;
• Coordinate research that enables EACSOF to build an evidence base that informs its institutional development and programming;
• Create and foster alliances and partnerships with other civil societies, private sector organizations, governments and NGO’s within the region;
• Participate in the building of a strong, visible and public EACSOF brand through active and regular participation and contributions in the social and audio-visual media on the discourse on the EAC regional integration process;
• Manage staff and act as the focal person for all EACSOF working groups; 
• Develp systems and structures to allow alignment of staff, members, volunteers and donors to EACSOF vision and organizational culture; and
• Coach, mentor and nurture the skills and potential of staff to facilitate succession management.

Person Specifications 

• A Bachelors degree in social sciences is a must;
• A Masters degree in Human Rights, Law, Good Governance, International Polictics or social science or specialisation in a field related will be an added advantage;
• At least 3 years of professional working experience in a network organization or other reputable organization (international organization, consultancy, bilateral agency, etc.);
• Expertise in networking, resource mobilization and setting up institutions/organizations;
• Knowledge of the issues related to the Civil Society and the East African Community;
• Dynamic, mature and charismatic individual with proven integrity and an influential personality;
• Experience in advocacy, lobbying and negotiating;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili are mandatory, while knowledge of the French language will be an added advantage;
• Experience working in a regional or international environment; and
• Good working knowledge of modern information communication and technology systems including social media.

If you believe you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your
ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV,
stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting
reference number CEO — EACSOF (09111) to reach us on or before 2 September 2011
addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Walyaki Way
P.O. Box 40092 00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke

This is a re-advertisement and candidates who applied for this position in June 2011 need not reapply. 

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Managing Director Job Vacancy in Kenya

University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services (UNES) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary company of the University of Nairobi.

Among other things, UNES was formed to: harness the resources of the University of Nairobi with a view to enhancing the University’s core functions which include teaching and research capabilities and community service; promote, co-ordinate, and provide managerial services for income-generating activities within the University; undertake consultancy, research, production; and provide managerial services for the same; and register patents of any inventions innovation.

UNES is now seeking the services of an outstanding person to be the Managing Director, responsible to the board of directors.

Functions: 

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the Company; 
• initiate and coordinate policy formulation and development of corporate strategic planning; 
• interpret and implement the corporate strategies in accordance with the vision, mission and mandate of the Company; and in line with the vision and mission of the University;
• identify, develop and ensure sustainability of profitable business areas; 
• establish, promote and maintain strategic links with internal stakeholders and in particular with academic members of staff responsible for income generating units; 
• establish, promote and maintain strategic commercial links with external stakeholders especially the Government and business community; 
• ensure an efficient utilization of Company resources including attraction and retention of staff, systems and infrastructure;
• Ensure effective communication between the Board of Directors and the University; and 
• perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Directors on behalf of University of Nairobi Council.

The Person

We are looking for an energetic, innovative and creative individual who has a good record of at least 5 years in leadership experience gained at the level of a manager or equivalent in large institutions.

Minimum qualifications: 

• A Ph.D. holder or equivalent degree from a recognized University (those with an MBA degree will have an added advantage); 
• be at the level of, or appointable to the position of Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor; 
• have a good track record of managing and developing academic programmes, staff and/or income generating activities; 
• must demonstrate high level capacity, to establish, develop, broaden, diversify and implement long-term business strategies of the company away from the traditional Module II academic programmes; 
• must have excellent strategic, analytical, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills; 
• must be a good planner, organizer and excellent decision maker, and a team player able to provide effective leadership under pressure.

Remuneration

In view of the demanding nature of this job, an attractive remuneration package will be given to the successful candidate.

If you think you are the person we are looking for, we encourage you to clearly write to the undersigned, attaching a current CV and clearly stating in the cover letter why you think you qualify for this position.

The application should reach the undersigned on or before 2nd September 2011.

The reference no. UNES 2011/08/1 MUST BE QUOTED on the envelope.

The Vice-Chancellor
University of Nairobi
2nd Floor, Administration Block
P.O. Box 30197-00100
Main Campus, Nairobi

UNES is an equal opportunity employer

Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification of the applicant.

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