EU Kenya Delegation Driver Job Vacancy (KShs 53,523)

The Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Kenya, Somalia Operations Unit announces the vacant position of a driver based in Nairobi to support the Somalia Operations Unit.

Duties

Providing official transport service to Somalia Operations Unit Staff within Nairobi area and up-country missions

Main responsibilities

• Transport of Somalia Operations Unit Staff and Headquarters visitors to meetings
• Transport of Somalia Operations Unit and visitors to/from airport
• Maintenance and arrange repairs of vehicles
• Delivery of mail to/from implementing partners, UN agencies, EU Member States and other Embassies
• Miscellaneous duties as required by management

Required Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education [KCSE]
• Certificate in Driving
• Valid Driving licence
• More than 5 years experience in transport service
• Excellent knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
• Service minded
• Ability to deal with foreign visitors
• Mechanical flair
• Excellent knowledge of English (working knowledge)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent ability to deal helpfully and courteously with people
• Excellent ability to provide high quality service
• Good capacity to identify a problem and provide solution
• Open flexible personality and good team player
• A high degree of integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information

The position is open to nationals and other residents of Kenya with a valid work permit.

The contract is for a fixed term of one year with the possibility of renewal on annual basis. The initial probationary period is 3 months.

As an indication, the minimum basic salary is 53,523/- Ksh/ month with possibility of higher salary depending on relevant experience and subject to local tax law.

Applications and CV’s of interested candidates should reach the EU Delegation by mail before 28 February 2011 and should be addressed as follows:

The EU Representative,
Delegation of the European Union,
Somalia Operations Unit,
Union House, Ragati Road,
P.O Box 30475, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Kenya Maritime Authority Accountant, Audit Assistant, HR Assistant, PR Assistant and ICT Assistant Jobs in Mombasa

Kenya Maritime Authority wishes to invite qualified applicants to fill the following positions:

Accountant
KMA 4
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:-

• ensuring that reports and statements are timely prepared (monthly, quarterly, and annually);
• preparing special financial management reports, e.g. general, creditors and debtors reports;
• coordinating and preparing timely and accurate financial budgets and forecasts by consolidating individual, section and departmental budgets;
• consolidating costs and revenues and extracting management information for management decision making;
• analyzing budgets and other financial variances and advising the Finance and Administration Manager accordingly;
• liaising with internal and external auditors; etc.

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a holder of Bachelor of Commerce (Finance, Accounting), Bachelor of Arts (Economics) or any business related degree.
• Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• Certified Public Accountant (K); or
• ACCA
• 6 years experience, three (3) years of which must be in a senior management position;
• accounting experience gained in a large/busy organization.

Internal Audit Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:

• assisting in planning, preparing and performing audits;
• drafting audit reports;
• reviewing financial statements, board of surveys and performance reports;
• carrying out risk assessment in the Authority’s processes;
• carrying out audit investigations and special assignments;
• assisting in facilitation of audit, fraud, anti-corruption and risk awareness trainings to staff;
• performing any other duties as assigned by the internal auditor.

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• B. Com in Accounting or Finance, or related field from a recognized University.
• CIA qualification preferred or CPA
• Member of IIA and/ or ICPAK is an added advantage
• 3 years experience in audit, accounts/finance department in reputable organization.
• Those with Risk Management experience are encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:-

• assisting in the preparation of payroll;
• filing and maintaining staff records and HR related documents;
• assisting in managing day to day staff matters;
• handling the Authority’s statutory compliance requirements and maintaining relevant records as needed; etc

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in social sciences, or Business Administration / Management (Human Resource Management option)
• Higher National/Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management; or
• Certified Public Secretary (K)
• 2 years experience in a large/busy HR department.

Public Relations Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:

• maintaining data base and mailing list of all stakeholders;
• preparing public relations materials to be used in various departmental events e.g. press release, publication manuals, promotional materials, introductory speeches etc as necessary;
• maintaining media database; etc

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in Communications, Mass Communication or Social Sciences
• Professional qualification in public relations and mass communication
• 3 years experience in media / practiced journalism.
• Knowledge of Desktop Publishing.

Information Communication and Technology Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:

• implementing ICT projects;
• supporting and maintaining computer network administration;
• assisting in the management of the Authority’s website;etc

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in ICT related field;
• hold formal training in business management and ICT project management.
• ICT professional certification in either systems engineering, IT security, database management, network engineering or application development.
• years experience in an IT automated environment.

Applicants who meet the specified requirements should send their application letters with their detailed CVs, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials together with day-time telephone contact, names and contact of three referees, indicating the post applied for in the application letter and on the envelope to:

The Director General,
Kenya Maritime Authority
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
Mombasa

Or drop the application at Kenya Maritime Authority, White House 2nd Floor, Moi Avenue, near dock yard, Mombasa.

So as reach not later than 28th February 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Procurement Officer Job in Kakamega Kenya - Lake Victoria North Water Services Board

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established under the Water Act 2002, and is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage within its area of jurisdiction.

The Board seeks to recruit self driven and result oriented candidate to fill the following position for one of its Water Service Provider:

Procurement Officer
Ref: LVNWSB/WSP/P1/2011 (1 POST)

Reporting to the Managing Director, he/she will be responsible for among other things, the following:

• Preparing and maintaining annual tender documents.
• Developing and maintaining an up to date procurement plan.
• Preparing periodic and annual supply chain reports.
• Undertaking market surveys on prices
• Undertaking inventory control, procurement and disposal of stores and assets.
• Ensuring the assets are properly insured.
• Advising on standard public procurement policies, procedures, practices and systems.
• Ensuring prompt procurement of goods and services

Requirements for the position:

• Must possess a minimum of Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies/Supplies Management from a recognized Institution. Possession of a Degree in Procurement & Supplies from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Must be conversant with public sector procurement systems and processes.
• Have at least 5 years in position of handling procurement.
• Being a member of a relevant professional body (e.g. Kenya Institute of Supplies and Management (KISM)) will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in using all Microsoft Office Applications, and accounting software, preferably financial information system: knowledge of sage pastel system.

If you meet the requirements, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 25th February 2011.

To:

The Chief Executive Officer
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673-50100
Kakamega

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

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Embassy of the People's Republic of China Consular Section Job in Kenya

An employee is needed for the Consular Section, Embassy of the People's Republic of China.

Post Description:

• Preliminary check on visa application documents and consultancy on visa application.

Working Hours:

• 8:00am to 12:00am, 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Monday to Friday.

Requirements:

Aged 20-30, bachelor's degree or above, proficiency in English & Kiswahili speaking and writing, good communication capability, working experience within consular section of foreign missions and Chinese speaking will be advantages.

Please send the CV, Certificate of Degree, Certificate of Secondary Education and photos to consulate_ken@mfa.gov.cn

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Amatsi Water Services Company Managing Director, Accountant and Procurement Officer Jobs in Vihiga

Amatsi Water Services Company Limited is established to provide water services in Vihiga Municipal Council, Luanda Town Council and Vihiga County Council.

We wish to recruit a dynamic and result oriented person to fill the following positions:

Managing Director
Ref/AWSC/P1/2011

Reporting to the Board of Directors, he/she will be responsible for among other things:

• Directing and coordinating the Company’s operations and overall administration to ensure various organs of the company operate in conformity with overall operational plans and performance targets.
• Advising the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Company and also on objectives and policies as they affect the organization.
• Promote Company’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners in the Company’s area of jurisdiction.
• Developing and implementing performance improvement strategies in major areas of the company’s operations.

Requirements for the position:

• Hold a first Degree in Civil Engineering or Business related field with 5 years experience, 2 years of which should have been at senior management level OR in possession of a Higher National Diploma (Water Engineering) with at least 10 years experience, 5 yeasrs of which should have been at senior management level.
• Have demonstrated ability to manage water and sanitation utilities with sound innovations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a team player.
• Conversant with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and Disposal Regulations 2006.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and proven experience in dealing with change within an organization.
• Must be familiar with Water Sector Management and donor funded projects and demonstrated good financial management skills.
• Must be computer literate.

Accountant
Ref: AWSC/P2/2011

Reporting to the Managing Director, he/she will be responsible for among other things the following:

• Preparation and monitoring of budgets
• Ensuring billing and collections of revenues
• Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations (i.e. taxes, deductions)
• Preparation of timely and accurate financial management reports.
• Carrying out timely and accurate preparation of quality management accounts.
• Preparation of final accounts and financial statements.
• Reviewing financial policies and procedures.
• Formulation and enforcement of internal controls

Requirements for the position:

• At least CPA II with 5 years experience.
• Excellent communication and public relation skills.
• Ability to work independently but also a team player.
• Proficiency in using all Microsoft Office Applications, and accounting software, preferably financial management information system; knowledge of sage pastel and prosoft payroll systems will be an added advantage.
• Good report writing skills.
• Experience in commercial/utility service industry will be an added advantage.
• Must have knowledge of IFRS.

Procurement Officer
Ref: AWSC/P3/2011

Reporting to the Managing Director, he/she will be responsible for among other things, the following:

• Preparing and maintaining annual tender documents.
• Developing and maintaining an up to date procurement plan.
• Preparing periodic and annual supply chain reports.
• Undertaking market surveys on prices
• Undertaking inventory control, procurement and disposal of stores and assets.
• Ensuring the assets are properly insured.
• Advising on standard public procurement policies, procedures, practices and systems.
• Ensuring prompt procurement of goods and services

Requirements for the position:

• Must possess a minimum of Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies/Supplies Management from a recognized Institution.
• Possession of a Degree in Procurement & Supplies from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Must be conversant with public sector procurement systems and processes.
• Have at least 5 years experience in procurement.
• Being a member of a relevant professional body (e.g. Kenya Institute of Supplies and Management (KISM)) will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in using all Microsoft Office Applications, and accounting software, preferably financial information system: knowledge of sage pastel system.

If you posses the attributes for the stated positions, please submit your application including your detailed CV indicating names and contacts of 3 professional referees, current and expected remuneration, day contacts to the address below so as to reach us not later than 25th February 2011.

The Chairman
AMATSI Water Services Co. Ltd.
P.O Box 740-50300 Maragoli

Or Email:amatsiwaterco@gmail.com

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