Lake Victoria South Water Services Board Kenyan Vacancies

Lake Victoria South Water Services Board has obtained a grant from African Development Bank for recruitment of Technical Assistance to support it in the implementation of the Water Service Board Support in specific and other ADB projects in general.

The Board wishes to recruit self driven, result oriented, highly motivated and qualified persons to fill the following positions.

Senior Project Engineer

Ref: LVSWSB. HR/01/2012

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this post the successful candidate must:-

• Have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent.
• Must be a registered engineer with ERB and a corporate member of IEK or any other recognized engineering institution.
• Have at least 10 years experience in water supply and sanitation projects.
• Have experience in FIDIC Contract Administration.
• Have experience in Project planning, management and evaluation.
• Be Computer literate and conversant with AUTOCAD and MS Project.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for:-

• Project monitoring and evaluation.
• Ensuring that the project work plan and procurement plan is executed without delays.
• Preparing quality tender documents, terms of reference and specifications.
• Supervision of project activities to ensure quality, timelines and value addition.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly progress reports on all contracts, consultants, contractors and suppliers.

Hydrogeologist

Ref: LVSWSB. HR/02/2012

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this post the successful candidate must:-

• Have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Hydrology or Ground Water Resources.
• Have at least 5 years post graduate experience.
• Be a registered hydrologist, geologist or water resource expert.
• Have experience in ground water investigation or sounding.
• Be Computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for the following duties:-

• Preparing geophysical investigation plan for the project.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly reports on community water resources in the program.
• Ensuring timely acquisition of mandatory licenses for ground water abstraction.

Community Development Expert

Ref: LVSWSB. HR/03/2012

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this post the successful candidate must:-

• Have at least a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences.
• Have a post graduate training on community development.
• Have at least 10 years relevant post qualification experience.
• Have at least 5 years experience in implementation of rural community developments projects.
• Be Computer literate.

Duties and responsibilities

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and be responsible for the following duties:-

• Develop gender mainstreaming plan and ensure implementation of the plan for all the community projects.
• Develop specific community involvement and mobilization benchmarks for Support Organization (SOs).
• Evaluate plans, measures and activities by SOs to improve community participation and contribution.
• Assist in mobilization of the community project start up stages.
• Advise and provide solutions on problematic community projects.

Detailed terms of reference for the positions are available in the Board’s Website: www.lvswaterboard.go.ke

If you meet the requirements for any of the above positions, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic/professional certificates and testimonials stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact to the following by 21st February 2012.

Chief Executive Officer,
Lake Victoria South Water Services Board,
Lavictors House Off-Ring Road Milimani,
P. O. Box 3325,
Kisumu

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KPLC Jobs | Kenya Power Mechanical Technicians Job Careers

Kenya Power is seeking to recruit Mechanical Technicians for mechanical power plant maintenance.

Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified persons for the following positions;

Mechanical Technicians

10 Posts

Job Ref: HR: KPLC1/5CB/325

Reporting to the respective Supervisor, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties;

• Implementing diesel power plant maintenance and operations schedules.
• Carrying out plant operations and maintenance as per Company standards.
• Preparing spares purchase requisitions for power plant overhauls.
• Preparing reports on repair and maintenance of generation machines.
• Overseeing operations and related routine duties.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned.

Appointment Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of the following;

• KCSE C- (Minus) or other comparable equivalent qualifications.
• Diploma ¡n Mechanical Engineering 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.

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 30099 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

(Quote job reference on the envelope).

Applicants may also email copies of their applications and scanned copies of their testimonials to recruitment@kplc.co.ke so as to reach not later than Friday, 24th February 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Power is an equal opportunity employer.

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USIU Jobs in Kenya 2012

United States International University ¡s the largest, private, secular university in East and Central Africa catering to over 5000 students representing over 58 nationalities and with a global network of over 9000 alumni.

USIU is committed to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms.

Please visit our website: www.usiu.ac.ke

USIU is seeking to recruit qualified candidates to fill in the following positions:

Head of Marketing & Communications

Responsible for planning, development and implementation of all of the University’s marketing strategies, marketing communications and public relations activities

Head of Institutional Research

Responsible for consultancy and support in research activities and statistical methods and organization, analysis, storage and dissemination of institutional data. He/She will also conduct institutional surveys and studies.

Head of Hospitality

Oversee all USIU Cafeteria operations, manage and supervise all Cafeteria staff.

Grant Writer

Responsible for coordinating the Academic Affairs grant-writing activities and related initiatives directly in close cooperation with other stakeholders in expanding the non-tuition revenue streams for the university.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Responsible for monitoring and evaluating grant-funded projects and will work in close cooperation with other stakeholders in ensuring funded projects meets USIU quality expectations and contractual obligations.

Desktop Publisher

Recording and transmitting news and events through visually appealing publicity materials and publications for the USIU community and stakeholders.

For key responsibilities, required experience, qualifications and competencies, please visit our website: www.usiu.ac.ke

Interested applicants must provide current CVs, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees (including current telephone and e-mail contacts), by Wednesday, 29th February 2012 to the following address:

Head of Human Resources,
United States International University,
P.O. Box 14634-00800,
Nairobi, Kenya.

E-mail: jobs@usiu.ac.ke

USIU is an equal opportunity employer.

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Secretary, Clinical Officer, Nutritionist and Nurse Jobs in Kenya - Consolata Hospital Kyeni

Consolata Hospital Kyeni

1. Medical Officer

Must be registered with medical practitioners’ board.

2. Secretary

Must be qualified with KNEC and under 30 years.

Experience will be added advantage.

3. Clinical Officer

Must be a diploma holder in clinical medicine

Experienced will be an added advantage.

4. Nutritionist

Must be qualified and below 30 years.

5. Nurse/Co Anaesthetist

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned giving telephone number, to reach before 20/2/2012.

The Medical Officer in Charge
Consolata Hospital Kyeni
P. O. Box 38
Runyenjes

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