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Mechanical Engineer

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:52:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:
Reporting to Chief Engineer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for efficient and
optimal running of mechanical plant and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor of Science (Mechanical/Production Engineering)
Must be a registered graduate engineer

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 5 years experience in factory processes, power generation, and operations with a bias in steam turbines, diesel generators and water systems.

Additional skills:

Ms Office proficiency and Auto CAD.
Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

Job Specification

Work environment:

The jobholder is in the office 20% of the time, 80% of the time outdoors, with moderate

exposure to hazards. The job is physically demanding at a minor level with moderate

disruptions to leisure.

Additional Information:

The jobholder plans ahead annually (one month ahead), semi annual (2 weeks ahead), quarterly

(I week ahead) for maintenance program, 9 months ahead for budget preparation, various lead

time depending on need and item for procurement of spares and materials and immediately for

emergency breakdown.

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

Oversee all MMS activities in the station by ensuring

mechanical work orders both planned and corrective are

executed and closed. Carry out annual and semi annual

Carry out condition based maintenance and parameters

maintenance

trends analysis

Preparation of statistics for end month technical report

Oversee station cleanliness

Carry out safety inspection regularly

Hold safety committee meetings & prepare minutes

Prepare estimates specifications & tender documents for

materials & spares

Carry out administrative duties e.g control of movement of

company vehicle

Recommend attendance sheets

Approve planned and emergency overtime

Routine station repair and maintenance works

Update EMS/QMS documents, safety reports. Ensure

statutory regulations and company safety rules and

regulations are fully implemented introducing changes and

Monitor the systems performance propose improvement and modification as necessary

Preparation of annual operation, maintenance and capital

budgets and their administration within limit of the board

approval

Need identification and procurement (spares, materials,

training, professional services)

Occasional duties:

Participating in project implementation

Represent the station at the meetings eg health and safety, station head’s meeting

etc

Organising and carrying out emergency drills

QMS/ EMS coordination

Responsibility:

He is also responsible for identification/ specification of spare parts, for the

recommending for repair and maintenance power house and authorising expenditure

for budget management- worth 10,000.

Judgement and Decision-Making:

Operational level decision making

a) Final authority decisions- During maintenance, duty allocation

b) Decisions referred to another person-Request for outage, budget expenditures- worth

10,000

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

Accountant

Transport

Supply chain

External contacts:

Suppliers

Stakeholder

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Shift Engineer

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:50:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to Chief Engineer, the job holder is responsible for ensuring proper operation
of generation equipment and its auxiliaries and supervision of staff.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Ms Office proficiency and Auto CAD.

Registered Graduate Engineer

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 3 year experience/exposure after graduation from university.

Additional skills:

Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

Project Management will be an added advantage.

Good supervisory Skills, ability to deliver on targets is essential.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duties/Responsibility

•Ensures that electricity is generated at the lowest cost

•Responsible for the operation shift

•Makes decisions based on collected data on how to generate

electricity

•Report and confirm equipment defects

•Issue job cars and authorise work permits

•Surveillance monitoring and control of plant

•Ensure safety of equipment and staff

•On the job training for new staff

•Analyse operations data collected

% Time

Occasional duties:

Assists in budget preparation

•Acts as a senior Shift Engineer

Responsibility:

Equipment:

The responsible for the ensuring efficient and optimal running of the power plant and its

auxiliaries.

Judgement and Decision-Making:

The job holder provides advice with regard to shutting down of equipment during operations

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

Operations staff - frequent contact

Extenal contacts

National Control Centre.

Work environment:

The job holder is required to work 60% in the Control Room, 30% in the power house,

10% administrative roles out of the plant.

H/she is experiences disruption to leisure

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TECHNICIAN (INSTRUMENTATION& CONTROL)

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:48:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to The Technical Services Engineer, ideal candidate should be able to
carry out repairs and maintenance on plant control and monitoring equipment. The
equipment, electronic and electro mechanical construction such as techno graphs,
speedometers gauges, sensors. This also includes calibration and trouble shooting of
these equipment and systems.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

“O”level

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Instrumentation& Control)- from National

Universities/University Colleges or KNEC

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 3 years experience in similar function

Additional skills:

Ms Office proficiency

Good Leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Installs, maintains repair, overhauls calibrates and test a wide

variety of industrial instruments.

•Troubleshot telemetry and process controller hardware,

maintains a functional knowledge of operation of telemetry

system

•Makes periodic preventive maintenance inspection of all

control instruments, cleans lubricates calibrates and adjusts

•Lays out , install and place into service new metering ,

controlling and recording devises calibration as required

•Reads and interprets wiring diagrams mechanical drawings

and specifications in making installations or performing major

repair works

•Makes estimates of labour, materials and supplies as

necessary for the performance of specific assignments. Keeps

records, makes verbal and written reports of work performed

•Troubleshoot telemetry, SCADA and PLC software and

hardware knowledge of the theory of programmable logic

controls and main machine interface software and hardware.

•ABCD

•Coaching and guiding new staff and serving staff on

procedures of work and new way of doing work.

•Attends to Break downs of instrumentation equipments.

Occasional duties:

The job holder may be called upon to being a resource person during on the job training

Responsibility:

The job holder is responsible for repair and maintenance of various electrical

equipments.

Judgement and Decision-Making:

The job holder has authority to make decision and judgement regarding stoppage of machines to

undertake repair and maintenance on Instrument and control equipments.

Contacts:

Internal contacts: Operations and support staff.

External contacts: Trainees and suppliers.

Work environment:

The job holder works 10% in the office and 90 % within the plant and workshop. The

job holder is exposed to hazards/dangers working with live electrical wires and moving

machine parts.

Additional Information:

Preparing and analysing tender papers

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Power Systems Control Technician

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:46:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to Chief Engineer duties and responsibilities of the jobholder include
controlling generating machines and interpretation of dispatch instructions.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

“O” Level.

Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering )- from National Universities/University

Colleges or KNEC .

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 3 years experience in control of Generating plants.

Additional skills:

Ms Office proficiency

Good Leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Control, operate and monitor 14 units in 6 stations on remote

control. Regulate load, voltage, frequency and reservoir levels

using the laid down parameters and prudent engineering

practice. Units loading and shutdown

•Continuous monitoring of performances of the generating

units and transformers parameters e.g. temperature, pressure,

flowrates and auxiliary apparatus through the SCADA for

optimal efficiency.

•Recording and analysing plants’ half hourly data. Prepare

plants daily and monthly reports, all operating instructions

received from National Control Centre (NCC) and all the work

carried out on the protection scheme and alterations e.g. over

current settings etc

•Prepare daily hydro reports for all plants and actual daily

energy projections summary and update the same to various

internal and external recipients

•In charge of stations during weekends and public holidays.

Supervision of plant operators, water treatment operators and

security personnel on duty

•Prepare notes regarding all plants and system status/

performances during a shift period.

•Perform remote switching on HV and LV for KPLC and

KenGen during normal and maintenance periods and record a

detailed account of the same

•Implement ISO QMS and EMS at the control room

•Handle emergencies and public relations as an information

centre on operation issues, security, health, safety, fire and

flooding.

Occasional duties:

The job holder may be called upon to:

•Coordinate with NCC, (KPLC) during restoration after a system blackout or system

disturbance. Start emergency diesel generator in case of emergency and ensure weekly test

runs of about minutes are done.

•In the event of NCC SCADA failure to assume system control supervision over the grid at

expected levels.

•Control access to all substations and other protected areas by being in custody of access

keys to these areas.

Responsibility:

This position has shared responsibility efficiency, safety and security of

•generating plants

•Communication equipment

•SCADA system

Judgement and Decision-Making:

Machine shutdowns in cases of abnormality, emergency, in the course of cascade management

and system security and instability to persistent faults.

Contacts:

Internal contacts: Operations director, Operations Managers and the Assistant

Manager EH, Engineers and Technicians frequently

External contacts: KPLC, Media, MOE, Red cross and other public institutions

frequently

Work environment:

This is an office/ control room job with exposure to job hazards due to working with

live electrical contacts and moderate physical demands due to continuous exposure to

VDUs. Disruption to leisure is common due to a highly demanding shift pattern.

Additional Information:

Planning ahead

For cascade prudent water management done daily and

Duty roster a month ahead

Communication skills required for this position are

Creativity is required in this position for dealing with data and report acquisition

and presentation to various recipients due to the sensitive nature of some of the

information.

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CIVIL TECHNICIAN

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:42:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to Civil Engineer, duties and responsibilities of the job holder includes
providing all the civil engineering works in the power station.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

•“O” Level.

•Diploma in Civil Engineering from National Universities/University Colleges or

KNEC.

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 3 year experience in similar function

Additional skills:

•Ms Office proficiency

•Good Leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Ensuring that plants and equipments necessary for the works

are available and in good working conditions.

•Ensure that water supply system to the power station is

maintained.

•Ensure that the road network is in good state by doing

inspection % repair works

•Repair of doors, windows, painting works to the power station

building, staff houses, club e.t.c

•Undertake and supervise all civil works in the station including

contractors .

•Allocation of duties & supervision of staff

•Preparation of budget & monitoring expenditure

•Preparation of monthly reports

Occasional duties:

The job holder may be called upon to: Acting in other senior positions.

Responsibility:

Has responsibility over buildings, roads, & equipment of repair & maintenance

Judgement and Decision-Making:

Makes decisions on matter pertaining to civil works

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

Technical Services - frequent

Manager, Stores - frequent

External contacts:

Contractors and consultants

Work environment:

Jobholder is exposed to hazards, moderate physical demand, & moderate disruption

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mechanical technician

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:41:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Mechanical Engineer, duties and responsibilities include maintenance
of heavy equipments, mobile plants and water supply system.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

“O”Level

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, (plant option) from National Universities/University

Colleges or KNEC

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 3 years experience in maintenance of heavy plant and equipment.

Additional skills:

Ms Office proficiency

Good Leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Preventive and breakdown maintenances of generating units

and associated equipments.

•Carry out periodic scheduled maintenance and auxiliaries with

minimum supervision.

•To be accountable for quality and quantity of work, formulation

of work plan , materials and tool required

•Plan, execute, write reports and close work orders which

generate periodically(maintenance management)

•SAP – create reservations, raise purchase requisitions ,and

execute reservations raised

•Inventory – for tools and rigs , system improvement and

modification

•To be accountable for personnel and equipment safety during

operations and maintenance.

•Supervise plant operators

Occasional duties:

The job holder may be called upon to:

•Assist in routine / breakdown maintenances in other stations

•Budget preparation

•Assist in formulation of technical specifications for buying major equipment.

•QMS

Responsibility:

The job holder has responsibility for repair and maintenance of rigging equipment,

personal tool box, computer for use in the office.

Judgement and Decision-Making:

The job holder makes decision and judgement during machine of is auxiliaries breakdown/trips

through an analytical procedures of the events/causes.

Contacts:

Internal contacts: Chief Engineer , staff,

External contacts: Stakeholders.

Work environment:

The job holder spends 20 % of the time in the office and 80 % at the power house and

other stations.

Additional Information:

Training needs identification for mechanical staff

• Raising Purchase requisitions, Supervising various activities allocated by the

chief engineer’ Advising on plant modifications

• Problems – challenge in breakdown faults diagnosis

• Planning – monthly, semi annual and annual maintenance

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MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:39:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

The jobholder is responsible for maintenance of all mechanical plant and
equipment at Olkaria Power Station

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

•KCSE Certificate

•Grade I Apprentice Certificate Mechanical Fitter

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 5 years experience as a Mechanical Fitter

Additional skills:

•Computer Literacy

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty / responsibility:

The job holder does the following:

Undertakes timely service and repair of all auxiliary equipment for

the efficient running of the plants

Attend to emergencies in respect of plant and machinery at any

given time

Undertake the fabrication of specific parts and components of

plant and equipment

Occasional duties:

The jobholder occasionally does the following:

• Operation of plant and well head equipment in times of emergencies

• Offer mechanical technical support in other power stations as per requests made

Responsibility:

The jobholder is responsible for repair and maintenance of mechanical

equipment worth Kshs. 4.55m (including the lathe machine).

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

Technician - frequent

Work environment:

The jobholders work 5% of their time in the office, 80% outdoors (Workshops &

Turbine Floors) and 15% out in the field

In addition, the holder is exposed to severe hazards of toxic gases (H2S) in the

geothermal plant as well as to moving machine parts (motors/shafts/turbines etc

Job holder experiences continual exposure to dangerous heights, depths, lifting

heavy equipment

The job holder’s work involves many hours of standing and leisure can be

disrupted at midnight and work up to the following morning, take a two hour rest

and then be recalled for another emergency. He cannot plan his leisure time.

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MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:35:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

The jobholder is responsible for maintenance of all mechanical plant and
equipment at Olkaria Power Station

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

•KCSE Certificate

•Grade I Apprentice Certificate Mechanical Fitter

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 5 years experience as a Mechanical Fitter

Additional skills:

•Computer Literacy

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty / responsibility:

The job holder does the following:

Undertakes timely service and repair of all auxiliary equipment for

the efficient running of the plants

Attend to emergencies in respect of plant and machinery at any

given time

Undertake the fabrication of specific parts and components of

plant and equipment

Occasional duties:

The jobholder occasionally does the following:

• Operation of plant and well head equipment in times of emergencies

• Offer mechanical technical support in other power stations as per requests made

Responsibility:

The jobholder is responsible for repair and maintenance of mechanical

equipment worth Kshs. 4.55m (including the lathe machine).

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

Technician - frequent

Work environment:

The jobholders work 5% of their time in the office, 80% outdoors (Workshops &

Turbine Floors) and 15% out in the field

In addition, the holder is exposed to severe hazards of toxic gases (H2S) in the

geothermal plant as well as to moving machine parts (motors/shafts/turbines etc

Job holder experiences continual exposure to dangerous heights, depths, lifting

heavy equipment

The job holder’s work involves many hours of standing and leisure can be

disrupted at midnight and work up to the following morning, take a two hour rest

and then be recalled for another emergency. He cannot plan his leisure time.

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ELECTRICAL CRAFTSMAN

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:33:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

The jobholder is responsible for operating, installing, repairing and maintaining
electrical equipment.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

‘O’ Level

Craft Certificate from DIT, or KNEC

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 1 year experience in similar function

Additional skills:

Ms Office proficiency

Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Repair and maintenance of machines and equipment. This

includes rewinding of generators and motors.

•Oil filtration and regeneration of transformers.

•Maintenance of circuit breakers

•Transformer oil sampling, testing and analysis.

•General electrical and lighting repairs in the Central workshop,

Central stores and at Stima Plaza.

•Control panel wiring.

Occasional duties:

The job holder may be called upon to:

•Verifying & receiving of electrical spares from suppliers.

•Painting of repaired electrical equipment.

•Welding and grinding.

•Receiving and dispatch of electrical equipment from /to internal/external customers.

Responsibility:

The job holder has shared responsibility with other staff over the following equipment :-

•Transformers, generators, oil filtration plants, rewinding machines, oil testing

equipments, lathe machine, drilling machines, brazing machine, compressors &

welding machines.

Judgement and Decision-Making:

The job holder provides recommendation on repairs and maintenance of machines and

equipments. In addition, provides technical advice on electrical equipment to internal and

external customers.

Contacts:

Internal contacts:

•Operation staff – Frequently

•Technical staff – Frequently

External contacts:

•External customers – Frequently

Work environment:

The job holder spends 60% of time in workshop, 30% of time in switch yard and 10%

of time in office. The job holder faces hazard when working with live electrical contacts,

lifting loads & disruption to leisure when called upon to work outside working hours.

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GRADUATE ENGINEER( Mechanical)

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:31:00 +0000

Introduction

Job Summary:

Reporting to a Senior Engineer within areas of apprentice deployment, Graduate
Engineer Trainee will undergo an 18 month on the job apprenticeship before being
deployed to respective business units.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

•Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical/Civil Engineering

•Ms Office proficiency and Auto CAD.

•Registered Graduate Engineer

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 1 year experience/exposure after graduation from university.

Additional skills:

•Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

•Project Management will be an added advantage.

•Good supervisory Skills, ability to deliver on targets is essential.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Undergo on job training on all areas of operations and fuctions

within the.

•Prepare training report on all areas covered during

attachment

Work environment:

The job holder works 20% indoors and 80% outdoors in the field.

Additional Information:

Absorption after 18 month of apprenticeship will be based on successfully completing

the training period and performance having been satisfactorily assessed and

recommended by the head of the division and business unit managers.

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GRADUATE ENGINEER Civil

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:30:00 +0000

Introduction

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements:

•Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical/Civil Engineering

•Ms Office proficiency and Auto CAD.

•Registered Graduate Engineer

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 1 year experience/exposure after graduation from university.

Additional skills:

•Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

•Project Management will be an added advantage.

•Good supervisory Skills, ability to deliver on targets is essential.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Undergo on job training on all areas of operations and fuctions

within the.

•Prepare training report on all areas covered during

attachment

Contacts:

Internal contacts: Staff

External contacts: Contractor/Consultants

Work environment:

The job holder works 20% indoors and 80% outdoors in the field.

Additional Information:

Absorption after 18 month of apprenticeship will be based on successfully completing

the training period and performance having been satisfactorily assessed and

recommended by the head of the division and business unit managers.

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GRADUATE ENGINEER Instrumentation & Control

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 07:28:00 +0000

Educational Requirements:

•Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical/Civil Engineering

•Ms Office proficiency and Auto CAD.

•Registered Graduate Engineer

Related Job Experience/Qualifications:

At least 1 year experience/exposure after graduation from university.

Additional skills:

•Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills

•Project Management will be an added advantage.

•Good supervisory Skills, ability to deliver on targets is essential.

Job Specification

Key Duties:

Duty/responsibility

•Undergo on job training on all areas of operations and fuctions

within the.

•Prepare training report on all areas covered during

attachment

Contacts:

Internal contacts: Staff

External contacts: Contractor/Consultants

Work environment:

The job holder works 20% indoors and 80% outdoors in the field.

Additional Information:

Absorption after 18 month of apprenticeship will be based on successfully completing

the training period and performance having been satisfactorily assessed and

recommended by the head of the division and business unit managers.

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Kenya Power Technicians Job Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Wed, 30 May 2012 20:09:00 +0000

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified persons for the following position;

Technicians

Job Ref; HR: KPLCV5CB/380

Appointment Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of the following;-

KCSE C- (Minus) or other comparable equivalent qualifications.
Higher Diploma/Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Power Option, Electronics Option or Telecommunications Option) from Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) or comparable qualifications from recognized institutions.
At least three (3) years work experience.
IT User Skills.
Assertive and team player.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Preference will be given to those who attained credit and above and possess information technology skills.

Qualified persons of Female gender are especially encouraged to apply.

Interested persons should send their applications, CVs, copies of certificates and relevant testimonials, reliable telephone contact and names of three referees to:

Chief Manager, Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Power
P O Box 3OO99 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
(Quote job reference on the envelope)

So as to reach not later than Thursday, 31st May, 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Power is an equal opportunity employer.

www.kenyapower.co.ke

Kennel Vet Technician Job in Naivasha Kenya (KShs 20K - 40K)

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:17:00 +0000

Kennel Vet Technician

Location:Naivasha, Kenya

Job Category: Professional Services

Duration: Fulltime

Reports to: Kennel Manager

Position Purpose:

To provide assistance in oversight and management of the day-to-day care and maintenance of 100+ working service dogs at a Naivasha-based kennel.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

Oversight and management in caring for K-9 dogs (water, feeding, grooming)
Coordinate/manage health and well-being of K-9s (whelping, veterinary visit, inoculations, deworming, tick and flea control, weight assessment)
Manage medical/medicine inventories and equipment.
Maintain diaries and records.
Teach basic dog care clinics.
Performs other duties as required.

Skills & Knowledge:

demonstrated interest and ability in caring and working with dogs
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to understand and speak basic English, follow instructions, and work cooperatively and effectively with others.
interest and ability in working with K-9 dogs

Experience:5 years of veterinary clinic experience

Education:

University or relevant courses.
Form 4 graduate, with science courses and experience.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

Salary Scale: 20,000/- to 40,000/-

But negotiable depending on experience

please apply stating your current salary

Applications: Please send up to date CV, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to:

Summit Recruitment & Training Rhino House,
Karen Road, Karen.

Email: sue@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate on email which position you are interested in.

Deadline: 1st of March 2012

Procurement and Purchasing Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 20K - 40K)

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:16:00 +0000

Job Title: Procurement and Purchasing Officer

Location: Nairobi

Job Purpose:

To provide advanced skills in performing often complex and difficult duties in implementing the organization’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures for acquisition of goods and services.

To ensure just, equitable, and efficient use of resources and challenge unethical or misguided practices or decisions.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Preparing and dispatching of Requests for Quotations
Processing purchase orders and expediting deliveries.
Running tenders in line with the procurement rules.
Verification and processing of invoices.
Submit applications for Duty and VAT exemptions to the Ministry of Finance and follow up on approvals.
Liaise with the Admin Officer to inventory equipment in the assets database
Maintain procurement and requisitions tracking system
Assist Managers in developing procurement plans
Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
Facilitate renewal of contractual agreements based on performance evaluation.
Capacity building of staff on procurement practices and procedures
Respond to queries from contractors and staff in regard to procurement matters.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and attitudes

BA/BS Degree in Administration or Business Management (not a Must)
Professional Qualifications in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Registration with the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills
Excellent planning, organization and negotiation skills
Team work, client orientation and ability to make sound decisions
Demonstrate diplomacy, flexibility, and resourcefulness

Credit Control Assistant Job in Kenya (KShs 30K - 35K)

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:15:00 +0000

Position: Credit Control Assistant

Reports to: Credit Manager

Salary: Kshs 30,000 to 35, 000

Due to first and sustainable growth of our client, in the ICT Industry, we require a suitable candidate to fill in the above position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Regular follow up all outstanding debts for specific customer accounts with the respective sales staff.
Verify facts of all sales returns before passing a credit note.
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures of the credit control department.
Maintain records of all customers in a file (invoices, credit notes, remittance slips, copies of withholding VAT and any manner of correspondences with the customer)
Ensure that invoice copies are received daily with clear evidence of delivery to the customer.
Ensure that collections are done in a timely manner.
Follow up on overdue payments and maintain accurate records of all debt collection activity.
Chair collection meetings and submit daily collection reports.

Qualifications

Diploma in credit management or CPA Part II.
A minimum of 2 years experience in debt collection
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good negotiation skills.

Candidates who meet the above requirements should send their Resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net and on the subject indicate CREDIT CONTROL ASSISTANT

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Medical Association Sacco Administrative Assistant / Customer Service Officer and Office Assistant Job Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:14:00 +0000

Kenya Medical Association Sacco ltd is looking for self motivated and hardworking individuals to fill the following positions in the rapidly expanding Sacco;

1. Administrative Assistant / Customer Service Officer

The Administrative Officer shall be answerable to the General Manager and shall be responsible for our busy reception and switch board.

Duties and Responsibilities;

Maintain records of all incoming and outgoing correspondence in the Sacco and attend to all visitors and customers in a professional manner.
Maintain a good corporate image of the organization and ensure first class customer service.
Schedule and maintain the Diary of appointments and meetings and make necessary arrangements for the same.
Carry out all front office duties as assigned and ensure teamwork with the rest of the office team.
Assisting in other office duties as shall be assigned by General Manager and or the board from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma in Public relations and customer care/ co-operative management/secretarial/ front office operations or Business Administration from a reputable institution.
Computer literate in Microsoft office packages and good typing speed and excellent communication skills.
At least 3 years working experience in a front office set-up or Administrative Assistant position.
Aged between 25 – 35 years.

2. Office Assistant

The Office Assistant will report to the Administrative Assistant and shall be responsible for support services in the Sacco offices and other duties as assigned:

Duties and Responsibilities;

Carry out Cleaning and tiding up of the Sacco offices and facilities as required.
General support duties for the Sacco as shall arise and assigned in the day to day running of the Sacco.

Minimum Qualifications

At least K.C.S.E Qualification with a grade of D and above.
Personal integrity and in possession of a certificate of good conduct.
Aged 22- 28 years.
Ability to ride a motor bike and in possession of a valid driving licence.

Only persons who meet the above qualifications and experience are invited to apply to the address below, attaching C.Vs with 3 professional referees, copies of certificates, and a telephone contact and e-mail address.

Please quote your current and expected remuneration in your application.

The General Manager,
Kenya Medical Association Sacco ltd
P.O. Box. 413 -00202
KNH- Nairobi.

E-mail; info@kmasacco.com

So as to be received to be received not later than 22nd February 2012. |

Postal Corporation of Kenya Fleet Assistant Manager, Fleet Officer and Motor Transport Assistants Job Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:12:00 +0000

The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) is a key public communication and financial services provider charged with specific statutory functions that are geared towards rapid social and economic development of our country.

To enable PCK discharge these functions, it has put in place a strategic business plan to ensure efficient delivery of services and improvement of corporate image.

Effective identification and deployment of the human capital is key to the success of our corporate goals and objectives.

In this regard, the following posts are hereby advertised.

Assistant Manager - Fleet

Grade: MG5
Location: Headquarters – Machakos Road
Reporting Relationship: Manager/Facilities Management
Reporting Relationship: Manager - Operations
Supervision: Fleet Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

Development and implementation of fleet administrative standards and operating all fleet.
Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance and Accounts Department.
Co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
Ensure efficient deployment of drivers.
Carry out fleet related risk management such as safety and accident prevention program.
Co-ordinate motor vehicle maintenance, repair, replacement of parts and disposal.
Maintain total fleet records and vehicle history files, systemize information on running and maintenance costs and performance, keep log books, avail and ensure correct interpretation and use of repair manuals.
Organize annual board of survey, arrange for valuation of boarded vehicles with a view of fixing minimum value.

Qualifications & Other Competencies

B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
Five (5) years hands on experience in the related field.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
Must be computer literate..

Fleet Officer

Grade: MG6
Location: Headquarters – Machakos Road
Reporting Relationship: AM/Fleet

Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in the development and implementation of fleet policy for over 200 vehicles.
Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance & Accounts department.
Participate in co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
Prepare vehicle valuation and inspection reports and make follow up with relevant authorities on cases involving corporation’s vehicle accidents.
Oversee the usage, storage and servicing of vehicles to ensure efficient and economic utilization.
Co-ordinate, control of vehicles consumption, costing of maintenance, recording of written – off vehicles and preparation of general statistics on monthly or yearly basis.
Assessment of drivers competence before employment and deployment.

Qualifications and Other Competencies

B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
Three (3) years hands on experience in the related field.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
Must be computer literate.

Motor Transport Assistant

Unionisable Grade: UN 8
Responsible to: Fleet Officer
Number of Vacancies: Three (3)

Duties and Responsibilities

Receiving and compiling motor vehicle statistics from the regions for management consumption
Management of the motor vehicle file registry and maintaining the motor vehicle fleet register and log books
Ordering of consumable stores, issuing of LPOs for jobs and processing renewals for road licences
Co-ordination of all fuel cards and their prudent usage, storage to ensure efficient and economic utilization
Co-ordinate the efficient management and running of the transport in their area of operation
Compile accident reports and deal with vehicle insurance matters which include renewal of insurance covers and correspondence with the insurance companies on accident cases
Compile and submit monthly fuel returns to finance
Arranging for cover notes for newly acquired vehicles and motor bikes
Co-ordination of costing vehicle maintenance, recording of written off vehicles and general statistics.
Prepare motor vehicle valuation and/or inspection reports and make follow up with the relevant authorities
Maintain upto date statistics of all boarded vehicles and be a member of PCK auction Committee on sales of boarded vehicles.

Requirements

KCE Div. III or mean grade C (plain)
Diploma in Transport Management and Motor Vehicle Mechanic
5 years relevant experience in a busy transport entity.
Possession of valid driving licence
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Reliable with high level of integrity.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Good knowledge of urban set up.

How to Apply

Those who meet the minimum requirements should submit by POST, a written application attached with an updated curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and testimonials to:

The Postmaster General
P. 0. Box 34567
GPO Nairobi 00100

The closing date for receipt of applications is 28th February 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posta is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Date of Expiry: 28th February, 2012.

Private Safaris Senior Tour Consultant Job in Kenya

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:11:00 +0000

Private Safaris (E.A.) Ltd. is part of Kuoni Travel Group. It is one of the leading and most reliable Destination Management Company in East Africa.

With over 50’000 guests per year, Private Safaris leads the way in standards within Eastern Africa.

To strengthen our team, we are now seeking a qualified Senior Tour Consultant to be based in head office, Nairobi.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities will include:

Making bulk block bookings with all the suppliers in line with the company and clients needs and effectively administer the same with the approval of the Tour manager.
Making all the reservations and follow ups and enter all the information on tour plan.
Invoice all the safaris on departure.
Preparing statistical reports when required and trouble shooting for the safaris on the ground with liaison with the Tour Manager.
Briefing /debriefing customer service department /drivers guides before and after safaris.
Maintaining excellent communication with all our suppliers, local and overseas agents.
Preparing driver guides files and itineraries with all the information and advance requesting of all services included in the programmes.

Minimum Job Specification:

Degree/diploma in Tour Operations.
At least 3 years experience in a similar position.
Service-oriented, resilient, innovative, hands on and attention to details.
Supervisory skills.
Communicative work style.
MS Office knowledge.
Knowledge of Tour Plan.

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given please submit your application with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, Names of three referees, telephone contact and email address to:

Human Resources Manager
Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd
Mobil Plaza, 2nd Floor
P.O Box 16913, 00620
Muthaiga, Nairobi.

To be received not later than February 22, 2012

Braeburn Schools Ltd September 2012 Teaching Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:10:00 +0000

The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 4 of which are CIS accredited and 2 of which are members of IAPS.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:
Deputy Heads: Academic & Pastoral; Primary Department Heads in: Boys PE, Literacy, Drama, ICT & Art; Early Years Coordinator; SENCO/Personalised Learning Coordinator (EY-KS5); Primary Class Teacher; Specialist Teachers in: Mathematics, Girls PE, Biology, English & French

Starting Date for all positions: August 2012

Closing Date for applications: 21 February 2012

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools.

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
See our website for more details|

Alliance Girls High School Bursar Job in Kenya

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:03:00 +0000

Alliance Girls High School seeks to recruit a competent person for the position of a bursar.

Qualification and Experience

Must have done CPA Part 2.
A diploma in accounting or KATC
Must be computer literate with data base packages.
Aged 30 years and above
Must have three years’ experience in school accounting.
Must have attained a C plain in K.C.S.E.

Application along with copies of academic and professional certificates, an Up-to-date CV and contacts of three referees should reach the school on or before 24th February, 2012.

Letters should be addressed to:

The Chairperson,
Personnel Committee,
Alliance Girls High School,
P.O. Box 109 – 00902,
Kikuyu

Lenana School Laboratory Technician (Physics) and School Driver Jobs in Kenya

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:01:00 +0000

The B.O.G. Lenana School invites application from suitable candidates for the following positions.

1. Laboratory Technician (Physics)

Salary Scale LS 8

Suitable candidate should have a minimum of O- level certificate.

Have a diploma in laboratory technology (physics) from a recognized institution.

Minimum experience of 3 years.

2. School Driver

Salary Scale LS 7

The suitable candidate should have a minimum of form four certificate,
Valid Driving Licenses of A.B.C.E., P.S.V., and Certificate of good
Conduct. Should have a minimum of Grade III in motor vehicle mechanic.
Should have driving experience of not less than 10 years.
Age should not be below 35-50 years.
Experience of motorcycle riding with a clean driving license of class G over 50cc will be an added advantage.

Application Procedure

Suitably qualified candidates should forward their application enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae including names and contacts of two referees on or before 1st March 2012 to:

The Secretary B.O.G
Lenana School
P.O. Box 30253 – 00100,
Nairobi

Kenya Medical Association Sacco Administrative Assistant / Customer Service Officer and Office Assistant Job Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Maintain records of all incoming and outgoing correspondence in the Sacco and attend to all visitors and customers in a professional manner.
Maintain a good corporate image of the organization and ensure first class customer service.
Schedule and maintain the Diary of appointments and meetings and make necessary arrangements for the same.
Carry out all front office duties as assigned and ensure teamwork with the rest of the office team.
Assisting in other office duties as shall be assigned by General Manager and or the board from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma in Public relations and customer care/ co-operative management/secretarial/ front office operations or Business Administration from a reputable institution.
Computer literate in Microsoft office packages and good typing speed and excellent communication skills.
At least 3 years working experience in a front office set-up or Administrative Assistant position.
Aged between 25 – 35 years.

Carry out Cleaning and tiding up of the Sacco offices and facilities as required.
General support duties for the Sacco as shall arise and assigned in the day to day running of the Sacco.

Minimum Qualifications

At least K.C.S.E Qualification with a grade of D and above.
Personal integrity and in possession of a certificate of good conduct.
Aged 22- 28 years.
Ability to ride a motor bike and in possession of a valid driving licence.

Postal Corporation of Kenya Fleet Assistant Manager, Fleet Officer and Motor Transport Assistants Job Vacancies

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:59:00 +0000

Development and implementation of fleet administrative standards and operating all fleet.
Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance and Accounts Department.
Co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
Ensure efficient deployment of drivers.
Carry out fleet related risk management such as safety and accident prevention program.
Co-ordinate motor vehicle maintenance, repair, replacement of parts and disposal.
Maintain total fleet records and vehicle history files, systemize information on running and maintenance costs and performance, keep log books, avail and ensure correct interpretation and use of repair manuals.
Organize annual board of survey, arrange for valuation of boarded vehicles with a view of fixing minimum value.

Qualifications & Other Competencies

B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
Five (5) years hands on experience in the related field.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
Must be computer literate..

Fleet Officer

Grade: MG6
Location: Headquarters – Machakos Road
Reporting Relationship: AM/Fleet

Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in the development and implementation of fleet policy for over 200 vehicles.
Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance & Accounts department.
Participate in co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
Prepare vehicle valuation and inspection reports and make follow up with relevant authorities on cases involving corporation’s vehicle accidents.
Oversee the usage, storage and servicing of vehicles to ensure efficient and economic utilization.
Co-ordinate, control of vehicles consumption, costing of maintenance, recording of written – off vehicles and preparation of general statistics on monthly or yearly basis.
Assessment of drivers competence before employment and deployment.

Qualifications and Other Competencies

B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
Three (3) years hands on experience in the related field.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
Must be computer literate.

Motor Transport Assistant

Unionisable Grade: UN 8
Responsible to: Fleet Officer
Number of Vacancies: Three (3)

Duties and Responsibilities

Receiving and compiling motor vehicle statistics from the regions for management consumption
Management of the motor vehicle file registry and maintaining the motor vehicle fleet register and log books
Ordering of consumable stores, issuing of LPOs for jobs and processing renewals for road licences
Co-ordination of all fuel cards and their prudent usage, storage to ensure efficient and economic utilization
Co-ordinate the efficient management and running of the transport in their area of operation
Compile accident reports and deal with vehicle insurance matters which include renewal of insurance covers and correspondence with the insurance companies on accident cases
Compile and submit monthly fuel returns to finance
Arranging for cover notes for newly acquired vehicles and motor bikes
Co-ordination of costing vehicle maintenance, recording of written off vehicles and general statistics.
Prepare motor vehicle valuation and/or inspection reports and make follow up with the relevant authorities
Maintain upto date statistics of all boarded vehicles and be a member of PCK auction Committee on sales of boarded vehicles.

Requirements

KCE Div. III or mean grade C (plain)
Diploma in Transport Management and Motor Vehicle Mechanic
5 years relevant experience in a busy transport entity.
Possession of valid driving licence
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Reliable with high level of integrity.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Good knowledge of urban set up.

Private Safaris Senior Tour Consultant Job in Kenya

noreply@blogger.com (Aliero dunn) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:55:00 +0000

Making bulk block bookings with all the suppliers in line with the company and clients needs and effectively administer the same with the approval of the Tour manager.
Making all the reservations and follow ups and enter all the information on tour plan.
Invoice all the safaris on departure.
Preparing statistical reports when required and trouble shooting for the safaris on the ground with liaison with the Tour Manager.
Briefing /debriefing customer service department /drivers guides before and after safaris.
Maintaining excellent communication with all our suppliers, local and overseas agents.
Preparing driver guides files and itineraries with all the information and advance requesting of all services included in the programmes.

Minimum Job Specification:

Degree/diploma in Tour Operations.
At least 3 years experience in a similar position.
Service-oriented, resilient, innovative, hands on and attention to details.
Supervisory skills.
Communicative work style.
MS Office knowledge.
Knowledge of Tour Plan.