Jobs at International Business & Technical Consultants Inc in Kenya- Team Leader

 Job Title: Team Leader

 International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S.-based international development consulting company, is recruiting for a Team Leader with conflict/post-conflict experience for a USAID opportunity.

The subject opportunity is a performance evaluation of a multi-year USAID/East Africa conflict mitigation activity.

The Team Leader will also perform duties as a Senior Evaluation Investigator. The countries of performance are Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia.

Responsibilities:

The Team Leader serves as the primary technical point of contact for USAID and will also be a senior investigator for the evaluation.

He or she will be responsible for organizing the work of the team, including the team work plan, to cover the data collection strategy, sampling frame, timetable of activities, and data analysis plan.

All team members will report to the Team Leader. The Team Leader is responsible for quality assurance and timeliness of all deliverables; finalizing the evaluation methodology; developing the data collection strategy, instruments, and protocols; directing, and as access allows, participating in data collection and compilation; conducting data analysis, and preparing all Task Order deliverables.

Qualifications:

    10+ years of experience in development programs in transitioning countries, including Team Leader experience and experience conducting program evaluations which utilize strong evidence to make generalizable conclusions on program performance and impact.
    Track record of leading productive and effective field teams.
    Experience in conflict analysis and evaluation of conflict mitigation programs.
    Must have demonstrated skill and experience utilizing both qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies and tools.
    Extensive participation working on donor-funded projects, including for USAID.
    Previous experience evaluating similar activities in East Africa.
    Must be able to work under tight deadlines.
    Must have demonstrated literacy in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How to apply:

To apply send a cover letter and full Curriculum Vitae (CV) by e-mail to recruiting@ibtci.com with subject line: “East Africa Evaluation TL.” No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted.

Closing date: 13 Jul 2012

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International Business & Technical Consultants Inc Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Senior Evaluation Investigator

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S.-based international development consulting company, is recruiting for a Senior Evaluation Investigator with conflict/post-conflict experience for a USAID opportunity.

The subject opportunity is a performance evaluation of a multi-year USAID/East Africa conflict mitigation activity. The countries of performance are Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Investigator is responsible, in collaboration with the Team Leader, for finalizing the evaluation methodology; developing the data collection strategy, instruments, and protocols; directing, and as access allows, participating in data collection and compilation; conducting data analysis, and preparing all Task Order deliverables.

Qualifications:

    10+ years of experience in development programs in transitioning countries, including experience conducting program evaluations which utilize strong evidence to make generalizable conclusions on program performance and impact.
    Experience in conflict analysis and evaluation of conflict mitigation programs.
    Must have demonstrated skill and experience utilizing both qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies and tools.
    Extensive participation working on donor-funded projects, including for USAID.
    Previous experience evaluating similar activities in East Africa.
    Must be able to work under tight deadlines.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    Must have demonstrated literacy in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

How to apply:

To apply send a cover letter and full Curriculum Vitae (CV) by e-mail to recruiting@ibtci.com with subject line: “East Africa Evaluation Sr. Investigator.” No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted.

Deadline: 13 Jul 2012

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Jobs at International Business & Technical Consultants Inc in Kenya

Job Title:  Evaluation Investigators

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S.-based international development consulting company, is recruiting for Evaluation Investigators with experience in international development for a USAID opportunity.

The subject opportunity is a performance evaluation of a multi-year USAID/East Africa conflict mitigation activity.

The countries of performance are Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia.

Responsibilities:

    Responsible for data collection, part or all of data compilation, and part of initial data analysis.
    Must be able to access program sites in Kenya, Uganda, and Somalia.

Qualifications:

    Experience on program evaluations with international development donor agencies, including USAID.
    Must be fluent in Somali or Kiswahili; data will be collected in these languages.
    Must be able to inspire confidence in program beneficiaries and participants, male and female, to share sensitive conflict-related experiences.
    Must be able to work under tight deadlines.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How to apply:
To apply send a cover letter and full Curriculum Vitae (CV) by e-mail to recruiting@ibtci.com with subject line: “East Africa Evaluation Investigator.”

No phone calls please.

Only finalists will be contacted.

Deadline: 13 Jul 2012

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Jobs at Aga Khan University Hospital in Kenya- Director

Job Title:

Director, Materials Management Division

 Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi

DIRECTOR, MATERIALS MANAGEMENT DIVISION

As Director, Materials Management Division, your goal will be to optimise the performance of the supply chain functions for o complex set of entities including: the University’s Main Hospital as well as outreach centers, academic campuses and other units distributed in East Africa. Working from Nairobi, Kenya, you will lead geographically distributed and specialist purchase teams, and in addition the centralised Group purchasing. At a time of rapid growth driven change, you will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and improving the operational activities and financial outcomes of the supply chain operations to ensure timeliness, cost effectiveness, robustness of supplies reliability.

Your performance will be assessed on among others sourcing, evaluation, acquisition, receiving, inspection, storage, distribution and disposal of all supplies, equipment and services. Your key tasks will be to:

    Strategically plan and develop policies and procedures for the procurement of required consumables, equipment, services, and materials.
    Direct, plan and oversee the purchasing of materials and services stores, central supplies, warehousing, distribution and inventory control.
    Innovatively respond to the supplies needs of particular Business Units, and support their executive managers in the design and execution of their integrated procurement initiatives.
    Lead, develop and execute strategic sourcing approaches, best practices and initiatives to support aggressive improvements in supplier quality, delivery, pricing, lead times, supplies payments, etc.
    Objectively benchmark, track and analyse annual performance metrics for Supplies Management.
    Strategically manage the selection, development and continuous improvement of the strategic suppliers base in terms of product/service quality, delivery timeliness, cost-effectiveness and risk control.
    All other supply chain aspects of the Health Network Regional office and all its activities.
    Identify, develop, support and effectively lead a team to drive the achievement of orgonisational objectives against ambitious opportunities for growth, learning and the fostering of o high performance culture.

The successful candidate for appointment to this position must demonstrate the Following clear qualifications, competencies and personal attributes.

    A University degree in Supplies Management, Business Administration or other relevant area.
    At least 8 years’ working experience in a senior supply chain role within a large volume, multi-site organisation and ideally fast moving goods operations.
    Excellent financial acumen and business sense
    Proficiency in Enterprise Resource, and Microsoft Office or other general user applications.
    Excellent learn leadership skills, including: communication, public and interpersonal relations, role modelling and personal and professional development of people.
    Excellent personal skills and attributes including: superior self-organisation, excellent management negotiation and influencing, and strongly demonstrated self-initiative.

How to Apply:
To apply, please email your application with ALL the following: detailed CV, email address, day and mobile (or evening) telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration packages; and the names, emails and telephone contacts of three referees, to reach us by 16 July 2012.

The Resourcing Director
Maer Associates Limited
PO Box 6786- 00200 City Square MAER ASSOCIATES
Nairobi, KENYA Management Consultants

Email: suppliesdir@maer.co.ke


Deadline: 16th July 2012

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Fabricator Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title:  Fabricator (2 posts)


Reporting to Workshop Supervisor, the Fabricator will be responsible for
·    Reconditioning of old parts e.g. heavy  duty knives, rakes, inter-carrier Tail drum rings
·    Fabrication of new parts and refurbishing of equipment.
·    Casting of non-ferrous items as requested e.g. aluminum and brass items.
·    Making cane knifes.
·    Safety awareness.
·    Interpretation of drawings
·    Production, repair, maintenance and installation of equipment/plant through fabrication processes


Person specifications:

    Minimum KCSE/KCE
    Final Craft Certificate Fabrication & Welding
    Five (5) years’ experience gained in a busy steel fabrication workshop/firm
    Aged below 45 years


How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Mechanist Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Machinist(5 posts)


Reporting to Workshop Supervisor, the Machinist will be responsible for

    Carry out manufacture, repair and maintenance of equipment/plant components through welding processes, with special bias to steam boiler (high pressure) systems.

    Processing (turning, milling, shaping, gear cutting, etc.),

    Do precision machining Production of components through various machining processes to support equipment/plant maintenance activities of the factory.

    Making spare parts by turning, milling and shaping
    Ensuring spare parts are made on the lathe shaper and milling machines.
    Making new spare parts or machine parts.
    Repairing old parts by turning and rebuilding worn out area.
    Doing wide range of repairs with the lathe, shaper, miller and drilling machine.


Person specifications:

    KCSE/KCE
    Final Craft Certificate,

    Five years’ ( 5) years post qualification experience in a busy workshop handling all machining processes (turning, milling, shaping, gear cutting, etc.),

    Experience in precision machining
    Aged below 45 years

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Welder Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title:   High Pressure welder (2 posts)


Reporting to Boiler Supervisor, the High Pressure Welder will be responsible for:-
Carry out manufacture, repair and maintenance of equipment/plant components through welding processes, with special bias to steam boiler (high pressure) systems
·    Welding of pressure parts both boiler and stir compressor parts.
·    Welding of boiler pressure parts.
·    Welding or plugging tubes.
·    Repairing of tubes.
·    Welding or repair of steamed compressors and piping.
·    Maintaining safety of the welding gas equipment.
·    Ensuring safety of machines, equipment and his co-workers.
·    Ensuring good housekeeping.
·    Hard facing of induced draft fans.
·    Handling general welding jobs at the boilers.

Person Specifications

    KCSE/KCE  certificate
    Final Craft Certificate in Welding
    Five (5) years’ experience in welding (Arc, Gas, TIG/MIG, etc.) in a busy manufacturing, steel construction, or similar industry
    Preference will be given to those with experience in welding high pressure steam systems
    Possession of Coded Welder Approval Test Certification or equivalent qualification will be added advantage
    Aged below 45 years
How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya- Fitter

Job Title:  Fitter ( 10 posts)


Reporting to Maintenance Supervisor, the Fitter will be responsible for:
·    Ensuring availability of Plant by repairing breakdowns
·    Monitoring operations to detect defects
·    Ensuring safe house keeping
·    Carrying out programmed jobs
·    Repairing of breakdowns effectively to be able to handle pumps and general machinery alignment both angular and linear.

     Must be able to read Vaneer  calipers and Micrometer Screw gauge  amongst the tools
·    Carry out routine maintenance of equipment and plant
Person Specifications
·    Holder of KCSE C or KCE Div. III certificate and above
·    Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with three (3) years relevant work Experience or,
·    Craft certificate in Mechanical Engineering with at least five (5) years relevant Work experience preferably in a busy manufacturing firm.
·    Aged below 45 years

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Production Superintendent Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Production Superintendent (3posts)

Reporting to Production Manager, the Production Superintendent will be responsible for:-
·    Coordinating of all shift operations to ensure that the projected quantity and quality of sugar is produced efficiently.
·    Effective manning deployment of workers/operators on shift.
·    Optimal cane off-loading, stacking and feeding into the cane carriers.
·    Effective control of juice treatment and clarification processes
·    Sugar loss prevention and control in processing.
·    Effective and efficient handling of sugar in drying, weighing, bagging processes and assuring safe storage as per SOP’s.
·    Effective treatment and supply of water to satisfy requirements in the factory and residential estates.
·    Motivation and competency development of workers.
·    Ensuring good human and industrial relations

Person Specifications
·    Holder of any of the following degrees Bsc. Chemical Engineering, / Food Technology , /Industrial Chemistry or,  Chemistry from a recognized university
·     Minimum 2 years’ experience in a food manufacturing plant.
·    Must be a person of high personal integrity, good interpersonal and   communication skills
·    Proficient in IT  and a team player
·    Aged below 45 years 

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya- Instrument Superintendent

Job Title:   Instrument Superintendent


Reporting to Instrument Engineer, the Instrument Superintendent will be responsible for:-
·    Ensuring effective coordination and execution of specific activities aimed at securing optimal plant/equipment availability for efficient sugar processing.
·    Ensuring appropriate installation, commissioning, maintenance, service and repair of all instrumentation equipment, machines and systems.
·    Managing periodical inventory of equipment, machinery, systems and spares. Update/ review upgrade, obsolescence, technology, replacement and replenishment. Advice management appropriately.
·    Ensuring compliance with the sectional approved expenditure plans.
·    Adhering to environmental, health and safety policy.
·    Organizing and coordinating staff duty allocation and performance in instrument section.
·    Prepare periodic section reports as shall be required.
·    Preparing and executing planned preventive maintenance for all instruments and control equipment to assure reliable and accurate functioning/ optimal asset life cycle management.
·    Overseeing control and measurement of equipment calibration programs in liaison with service providers to augment these services and maintain records.
·    Undertaking In - house training for workforce.  Advise and follow up on staff training needs with relevant offices.
·    Championing the section Quality and Environment  Management Systems
·    Carrying out proper section planning and execution of budget and capital projects within the approved targets.
·    Attending to any other duties as shall be assigned by superiors.

Person Specification
·    B. Sc. In Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation/electronics.
·    Minimum 3 years relevant post college experience in controls and Instrumentation preferably in a production environment.
·    Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in configuring & Programming Industrial Variable Speed Drives (VSD), Programme Logic Controls systems (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
·    Must possess experience in supervising junior engineers and artisans in work tasks.
·    Able to display high level of integrity with good interpersonal and communication skills
·    Undertake cross functional tasks in a team context.
·    Registered as a graduate engineer
·    Must be IT Proficient
·    Ability to work long hours
·    Aged below 45 years. 

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya- Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Manager
Reporting to Head of Manufacturing, the Mechanical Engineering Manager will be responsible for:
·    Enabling production targets to be met by eliminating avoidable factory stops attributable to mechanical failures.
·    Planning and implementing preventive maintenance systems in the Factory plant.
·    Preparing operational specifications and controlling engineering Projects.
·    Operating the division within the approved budget of all resources, man, money, material and time.
·    Preparing timely, divisional monthly reports.
·    Enforcing safety policy in the factory.
·    Organizing plant inspection scheme with a view to minimizing downtime.
·    Planning and co-coordinating Effective Annual Plant and weekly maintenance.
·    Improving the performance standards of all employees in the division by organizing and implementing training seminars,

      coaching etc.
·    Maintains high level of discipline within the division.
·    Providing strategic input in the area of Mechanical Engineering in Manufacturing

Person Specifications
·    A holder of Bachelors’ Degree in Mechanical Engineering, from a recognised institution with eight (8) years’ relevant work

     experience in a similar environment.
·    Post graduate qualification in any of the following;- project management, strategic management, maintenance and condition

     monitoring, environmental management or any other related field from a recognised institution
·    Registered with a professional body.
·    Attended a senior management course for a period lasting not less than 4 weeks
·    Performance and results.
·    Computer proficiency
·    Aged at least 30 years and above


How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 27, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
Sare - Awendo


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company in Kenya- Internal Auditor

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor

at South Nyanza Sugar Company in Awendo

We are in the process of diversifying and transforming our operations to meet the ever changing customer requirements by producing ethernal and co-generation. In this regard we seek to enhance our human capital base by filling the following strategic positions with vibrant and competent Kenyan Citizens:-

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

Reporting to the Audit Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for:

    Conducting independent audits of the operational and financial functions of Sony sugar so as to identify weaknesses in the effectiveness and efficiency of controls and propose recommendations for improvement
    Prepare annual audit schedules and programs, perform risk exposure assessments and provide recommendations to minimize the risks and safeguards the Company assets.
    Carry out system audits and appraise the application and adequacy of accounting, financial, procurement and other controls.
    Review the work of internal auditors for quality and completeness, taking key risks into consideration.
    Prepare and submit audit reports including recommendations to management and the Board Audit Committee.
    Follow up on recommendations to ensure they are implemented.

Persons Specification

    A degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance from a recognized University.
    A qualified accountant (CPA Finalist/ACCA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
    At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in a Manufacturing or Audit firm.
    Good analytical, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
    Experience in using Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs).
    Possession of CISA qualifications an added advantage.
    Below 45 years of age

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 14, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 – 40405
Sare – Awendo


Deadline: 14th July 2012

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South Nyanza Sugar Company Jobs in Kenya- Legal Officer

Job Title: Legal Officer

We are in the process of diversifying and transforming our operations to meet the ever changing customer requirements by producing ethernal and co-generation. In this regard we seek to enhance our human capital base by filling the following strategic positions with vibrant and competent Kenyan Citizens:-

LEGAL OFFICER

Reporting to the Legal Services Manager, the legal Officer will be responsible for:

    Ensuring all legal affairs of the Company are efficiently managed and provides legal services to all departments of the Company.
    Reviewing and drafting contracts, leases and agreements on behalf of the Company.
    Providing legal advice on suits filed by or against the Company.
    Advising the Company on any new laws, regulations or statutes relevant to activities of the Company.
    Acting as a legal consultant for the Company in any legal matters, mediations, arbitrations
    Offering support to the procurement unit on legal matters.
    Drafting letters and correspondences on behalf of the Company, when called upon to do so.
    Assisting in establishing an effective court cases management system
    Developing key controls, alerts, measures and reporting systems to minimize risks.
    Developing an effective contracts management system.
    Advising management through monthly reports on contract status and any potential exposures.
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications

    Bachelor of Law degree from a reputable University and enrolled as advocate of the High Court.
    Postgraduate Diploma from Kenya School of Law.
    At least five years working experience in a busy commercial oriented organization.
    Good appreciation of Public Procurement processes in the public sector.
    Knowledge in contract management/administration.
    Good communication, drafting, negotiating and arbitration skills.
    High personal integrity.
    Below 45 years of age

If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 14, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 – 40405
Sare – Awendo


Deadline: 14th July 2012

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Jobs at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

 South Nyanza Sugar Company in Awendo

Electrical Engineer at South Nyanza Sugar Company in Sare-Awendo – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

We are in the process of diversifying and transforming our operations to meet the ever changing customer requirements by producing ethernal and co-generation. In this regard we seek to enhance our human capital base by filling the following strategic positions with vibrant and competent Kenyan Citizens:-

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, Electrical Engineer will be responsible for:

    Ensuring effective coordination, budgeting and execution of specific activities in his/her section aimed at securing optimal plant/equipment availability for efficient sugar processing. He/she will also be responsible for:
    Planning, installation and Commissioning of electrical machines and systems to the right standards.
    Planning and Supervision of all electrical Section human resources, daily works and maintenance.
    Availing of electrical equipment, Machinery and Systems to meet the desired corporate goals
    Embracing of customer focus, teamwork, integrity and staff requirements
    Ensuring health, safety and environmental practices are adhered to.
    Controlling cost of running electrical equipment, machinery and human resources within the approved targets.
    Availing of electrical plants by carrying out trouble shooting in electrical lines, machines, electrical drives and their systems.
    Carrying out proper section planning and execution of budget and capital projects within the approved targets.
    Periodically reviewing equipment and systems in line with market technology changes and advice management appropriately.

Person Specifications

    Must be holder of Bsc. (Electrical Engineering) from a recognized University.
    Knowledgeable in electrical fault diagnosis, trouble shooting, equipment maintenance, budgeting, condition monitoring and maintenance or project management or strategic management.
    At least 5 years ‘hands- on’ experience from a recognized firm preferably manufacturing industry and conversant with work on electrical systems up to 11kv and above.
    Demonstrate ability in Variable Speed Drives (VSD), Programme Logic Controls systems (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Relays & Metering testing and calibration . Instrumentation and Electronic controls will be an added advantage
    Must be knowledgeable in energy management and conservation systems.
    Member of relevant Professional body
    Able to display high level of integrity with good interpersonal and communication skills
    Champion the section Quality and Environment Management Systems
    Must be IT Proficient
    Must be able to work long hours to meet deadlines
    Aged below 45 years

How to Apply:
If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 14, 2012 to:

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 – 40405
Sare – Awendo


Deadline: 14th July 2012

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Jobs at US Embassy in Kenya- Administration Clerk

Job Title:
Administrative Clerk (Reproduction) IN-HOUSE ONLY
REF: VA-93-12
Recruiter:     U.S. Embassy   
AA/EE:     Not Applicable     Contract     Permanent
Location:     Nairobi     Available:     Immediately
Category:     Administrative / Clerical     Offer:     FP-9;FSN-5
Introduction
IN-HOUSE ONLY

The Information Resources Management (IRM) has an opening for the position of Administrative Clerk (Reproduction). The position will be available immediately.

The closing date of this position is July 16, 2012.

Note: You will be notified when the decision is made.
Minimum Requirements
◊     Completion of high school is required.
◊     Two years of clerical experience with computer or reproduction machine operations is required.
◊     Level III English ability and Level III Kiswahili ability are required.

Other Criteria


à        Must have basic computer skills.
à    Must be able to type 30 wpm.
Job Specification


 BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION


Sends and receive official and unofficial faxes and digital documents.  Maintains reproduction, fax and digital imaging logs for billing and tracking purposes.  Reproduction of official documents for internal post distribution.  Performs first-echelon maintenance on FAX, digital imaging and reproduction equipment. Maintains Time and Attendance for IPC, Mailroom, Switchboard, Telephone/Radio technicians.  Backup Time and Attendance clerk for ISC.  Acts as a backup telephone operator and mail clerk when necessary.




MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                         

    Responsible for reproducing, collating, binding and dissemination of large reproduction projects for the mission…80%
    Serves as the primary timekeeper for the IRM section to include; IPC, Mailroom, Switchboard, and Telephone/Radio technicians…5%
    Responsible for maintaining logs to track reproduction and faxes for ICASS billing….5%
    Operates FAX and Digital Imaging equipment… 5%
    Provides first-echelon maintenance on equipment for multifunctional reproduction equipment  5%

Selection Process:

WHEN EQUALLY QUALIFIED, U.S. CITIZEN ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBER (USEFMs) AND U.S. VETERANS WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE.  THEREFORE, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE CANDIDATES SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ABOVE IN THE APPLICATION.


Additional Selection Criteria:

à        Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
à         Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
à         Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on
       their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
à         Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for
      advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
à         Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised
       positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually
       Employed (WAE) work schedule.
à        Applicants must be available for an interview and for proficiency testing as required by the selecting official.

The U.S. Mission in Nairobi provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in Employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, Political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.  The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied Equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation.  Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.



or to apply for this vacancy.
When applying for this position, kindly email us with the additional documents as specifically required for the position (e.g. licenses, certificates, diplomas, degrees) to nairobidocs@state.gov. Kindly set the subject of the email in the following format: Job ref/Job title/Your Full Name/ID

 DISCLAIMER: The US Diplomatic Mission to Kenya uses My Jobs in Kenya, a commercial Internet recruitment site, to advertise all of its positions, and to provide an online facility for submitting applications.


Deadline: 16th July 2012

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