Surveyor Job Vacancy in Kenya

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Position: Surveyor for a Construction Company

Main Purpose of the Job

The Surveyor will work alongside engineers and foremen carry out surveying services and collect spatial and statistical data work will involve everything from performing geographical research and compiling data topographical surveys and leveling.

Field of Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys in order to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed including profile drawing, topo plotting etc.
• Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
• Research relevant survey plans, control marks and existing infrastructure information for projects.
• Direct or conduct surveys in order to establish legal boundaries for properties as required by the project.
• Undertake survey expeditions and works including pegging out boundaries and clearing of vegetation and debris so measurements may be taken.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
• Accurately complete all documentation associated with data collection and processing, and maintain design office records including registration, filing and copying of plans and contract documents.
• Planning and organising of survey expeditions, including arranging equipment, coordinating teams and applying relevant legislation and organisational requirements.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

Academic: Technical training in survey

Professional: Minimum diploma in survey

Experience: At least 3 years experience in a similar position

Competencies:

• Demonstrated numeracy skills to record and interpret statistics, and undertake computations.
• Demonstrated spatial skills to perform data archival and retrieval
• Demonstrated ability to complete minor projects and tasks in line with established procedures and instructions.

Send applications to jobsfind11@gmail.com attaching your CV and expected salary.

Deadline for submission of CV is Friday 27th April 2012.

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ClassiQue Concepts Ltd Event Marketing Job in Kenya

ClassiQue Concepts Ltd is a full service company that handles Executive Meetings and Events, Training and Safari Travel.

We are currently looking for an Event Marketing Specialist to join our team.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Events Co-ordinator will exceed our clients’ expectations in planning and executing each event while ensuring the best return value for the company.

The position is accountable for booking business and for converting potential key prospects. Incumbents are seasoned sales professionals.

Objectives/Accountabilities

Book business; consider the type of business, and objectives of the company. Identify key prospects based on company goals and achieve specific conversion goals.

Upon confirming, coordinate and follow up with client, and other partners, to ensure delivery of company promised services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site inspections & manage all bookings for Events
• researching markets to identify opportunities for events;
• liaising with clients to ascertain their precise event requirements;
• producing detailed proposals for events (e.g. timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets);
• agreeing to and managing a budget;
• securing and booking a suitable venue or location;
• ensuring insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are adhered to;
• coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire;
• identifying and securing speakers or special guests;
• planning room layouts and the entertainment programme, scheduling workshops and Training;
• coordinating staffing requirements and staff briefings;
• selling sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors/partners;
• preparing delegate packs and papers;
• liaising with marketing and PR colleagues to promote events;
• liaising with clients and designers to create a brand for events and organizing the production of tickets, posters, catalogues and sales brochures;
• coordinating suppliers, handling client queries and troubleshooting on the day of the event to ensure that all runs smoothly;
• overseeing the dismantling and removal of the event and clearing the venue efficiently;
• post-event evaluation (including data entry and analysis and producing reports for event stakeholders).
• Network with professional industry groups that will benefit future business
• Develop & nurture relationships with key contacts in the corporate world.
• Maximize all revenue opportunities related to Conference Services.
• Conduct site inspections and secure future business
• Follow up on internal/external leads.
• Be self directed in administrative duties
• Establish business data base & follow up on all inquiries
• Collect market and competitive intelligence - adjust strategy as required
• Handle all related and required transactions with the advertising agency and the media house.
• Handle all enquires/action needed related to marketing & advertising
• Block appropriate space for functions
• Service groups in all room arrangements, i.e. rooming lists, VIP’s, upgrades, monitor cut off dates, limo requests, enforce contracts, monitor complimentary allotment
• Forecast and project revenue
• Must be flexible to accommodate irregular or extended hours
• Develop and foster a working relationship with the entire Team at ClassiQue Concepts.
• Staying current with trends, client needs and customer service
• Assist in preparing the departmental monthly forecast and annual budget.
• Assist in ensuring the departmental operational budget is adhered to and that all costs are controlled.
• Ensure appropriate charges for all services rendered.
• Attend pre-/ post conference meetings with the relevant departments involved.

Preferred Knowledge/Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years, Food and Beverage position with a strong knowledge of conference/ event planning
• Proven ability to plan and organize events effectively with an acute sense of detail
• Professional presentation, excellent communication skills and the ability to close a sale.
• Professional and positive with a proven ability to develop and lead in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently and maintain a positive attitude within a very busy environment.
• Well groomed, Energetic, enthusiastic, flexible to change and self-motivated.
• Must demonstrate ClassiQue Concept’s Brand Standards in all interactions.
• Full proficiency in all office procedures and clerical duties
• Intermediate/advanced computer literacy is mandatory with knowledge of Windows 2000/XP (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Familiar in Accounting procedures is an advantage
• Experience in convention services environment is an asset
• Must be a strong team player, professional, pro-active, self-sufficient, detail oriented and enthusiastic with excellent organizational skills.
• Able to cope in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible on time to meet deadlines
• Must be able to travel outside Nairobi
• Must be able to work under extreme pressure and under less supervision
• Must be able to handle high level of confidentiality
• Very good communication skills both oral and written

Remuneration: Competitive basic salary & Bonus

How to apply: Send your applications to kennedy@classique-concepts.com

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday 14th May 2012 at 4.00pm.

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