Plane Crash In Kenya Kills Ministers Saitoti and Ojode

We would like to join our fellow Kenyans during this dark moment of our beloved country in morning the two cabinet ministers and other 4 Kenyans who perished in the 9am morning plane crash in Ngong Hills.

Saitoti and  Orwa Ojode were aboard the helicopter make -Eurocopter AS 350 which crashed shortly after 9am in Kibiku area in Ngong. The two leaders, their bodyguards and the two pilots perished in the accident. The helicopter is said to have exploded on impact.

President of Kenya Mwai Kibaki describes their death as devastating loss to the country and the Minister Saitoti and his deputy Orwa Ojode will be remembered for the reach service to the country.

The pilots were identified as Captain Nancy Gituanja and Captain Luke Oyugi. Saitoti and Ojode bodyguards, inspector Joshua Tonkei and  sergeant Thomas Murimi also died in the accident.

According to eye witnesses, the plane was seen going round and round before a loud bang. The Red cross officials at the plane crash scene confirmed that all the bodies on the plane were burnt beyond recognition.

The Vice President Kalonzo  and Commissioner of Police Matthew Iteere said investigations have been launched  to establish the cause of the accident.

The Chopper left early in the morning from Wilson Aiport and was headed towards Ndhiwa in Homabay County before the tragedy occurred.

It’s suspected that the plane crash was caused by the nature of the flying zone being a thick forest. The Cabinet Minister and His Colleague were headed for an official visit in Ndiwa constituency, Orwa Ojodes home.

Parts of the wreckage scene including pistols were visible at the crash scene.
Military police arrived at the scene as well as top government officials among them Speaker of the National Assembly  Kenneth Marende, AP Commandant Kinuthia Mbugua, PPO Nairobi Area Anthony Kibuchi.

The PM Raila Odinga cancelled the Rally that was scheduled for Sunday Morning to join other government officials at the accident scene.

Similar plane accident happened the same day four years ago claiming lives of senior officials in Kenya Government including Roads Minister Kipkalya Kones and Lorna Loboso on 10th June, 2008.  

Many international radio and TV stations have aired the breaking news. One of the Aljazeera correspondents shared that there is a possibility of foul play since the Minister had declared to run for presidential elections in the next general elections in Kenya.

The bodies of the deceased have been taken to Lee Funeral Home. 

May the Lord give their families strength and bless our beloved country.

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Oil and Gas Company Jobs in Kenya

Position: Electrical Engineer

Company Profile:
 

One of the leading Global oil and industrial gas Manufacturer/ distributor

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

Assisting Sales of Generators:

• Assisting the Sales team by working out design parameters, costing, etc. on the electrical part of power generation side of the business.
• Designing, Costing and managing the projects within the budgets etc.
• Develop working relations with Key customers.
• Tender business, Preparing Technical and commercial Offers with reference to electrical side of it.
• Develop working relationship consultants, third party service providers etc.  And undertake effective supervision.
• To take the ownership of the assignments.
• To liaise effectively with Sales, Service, Parts and Finance Departmental Managers.
• To develop team work

Desired Qualifications

• Engineering graduate in electrical engineering from reputed university/institute.
• Outstanding academic record will be preferable.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in MS Office- Advanced Excel, Word, Power Point,
• Hand on experience on ERP for automotive application, Exposure to SAP will be added advantage.
• Technical Sales /Service/Parts training conducted by reputed automotive manufactures will be preferable.

Required Profile

• Minimum 7 years in Oil and Gas business/industry, particularly on Diesel generating sets.
• Design various Power & Control systems based on the Project Specifications. Decide/Sizing on the Principle Product & Controls based on the requirements as per the Project Specifications.
• Scrutinizing the Project specifications.
• Preparation & Compilation of all the documents Technical & Commercial required for Project Offer submission based on the Project / Tender Contracts.
• Estimation for the Projects based on the Final Selections as per specifications for Submission of Offer.
• Working in Co-ordination with Consultants & Clients for Project Scheme & Product Approval.
• Product /Technical Presentations to the Clients & Consultants for Project Requirements.
• International experience will be added advantage.

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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ICT Technical Assistant Jobs in Kenya - Viscar Industrial

VISCAR Industrial Capacity Ltd is the leading Training & Consultancy firm in the Information Technology and Engineering segment of business; driving innovation and excellence in capacity building. 

We bring innovation in our solutions in order to meet your challenges.

ICT Technical Assistant

We are looking for a Technical assistant in ICT to help the company develop and sell its ICT products in training and consultancy. 

This constitutes products in Information Technology, Broadcasting and Telecommunication.

Job Description

• Preparation of  technical proposals
• Research and survey of the industry
• Development of new products and services
• Matching our products to the market
• Assist consultants in delivering services to the market
• Preparation of tenders
• Liaising with the business innovations department (technical/expert committee) to develop new ideas for reaching end user markets as per the demands in the market.
• Maintain and develop a computerized customer and prospect database.
• Respond to and follow up sales enquiries by post, telephone, and personal visits.
• Handling corporate trainings from sourcing of delegates, production of training materials and related logistics both for the delegates and for the trainers.
• Maintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support, and liaison with internal order-processing staff.
• General technical input/contribution to all our services
• Initiating, Negotiating and close deals.

Academic Qualifications
 

Must possess at least a diploma in Electrical &Electronics or related fields such as computer engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, IT etc.

Experience
 

i. At least two years accumulated experience in the corporate world.
 

ii. Must possess knowledge in all areas of ICT

Attributes of People Required

• Excitement/higher energies  for  technology
• Subscribe to Imagination, going for the best, customer centric, professionalism, honesty ,dynamism and  integrity as values
• Have self-initiative/drive and desire for success
• Have an acumen for business

If you possess the above requirements, send your resume to recruitment@viscarcapacity.com.

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Web Developer / Designer Employment Opportunity

Digital Consulting Group (DCG) , is a Kenyan Based consulting firm specializing in strategic business information technology solutions for companies doing business in the countries in Eastern and Southern Africa.

Kenya Information & Technology Consultancy Services, we are webdesign in Kenya, Domain Registration, Online Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, develop corporate intranets.

Making businesses work for our clients by optimizing their IT potential and resources is our mission.

Web Developer / Designer Required

Duties

• Using relevant programming languages (PHP/HTML/MYSQL/JavaScript with CodeIgniter Framework and other programming languages), Open Source CMS (JOOMLA, MODx, Wordpress)to  design, develop and implement web based creative  Applications  .
• Supports all technology related functions including user support and IT maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Liaise with project team and collect application development requirements;
• Research into existing open source software that can be utilized;
• Manage changes, bugs, and enhancements for the application, modify the application where necessary and test its applicability to ensure it conforms to the specifications of Clients .
• Prepare the necessary technical documentation for the applications .
• Conduct user acceptance testing and report results;
• Provide end-user training and support;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of PHP programming
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS and Javascript programming including a JS library like jQuery.
• Knowledge of Zend Framework ,code igniter and Graphic Design skills using Adobe software’s an added advantage
• Knowledge of relational database management systems and MySQL database
• Excellent aptitude; ability to solve problems
• Knowledge of Windows operating system including installation, troubleshooting and general maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide clear and patient instruction.
• Good organization, verbal and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Experience: You must have at least one year experience coding in PHP and other Related Languages .
 

Apply for this position:

Please send your application package to cvs@dcg.co.ke  inclusive of;

• Updated curriculum vitae
• Copies of your academic and professional certificates
• Links to web applications you have developed
• A brief  statement on why you believe you are suited for this position.

Deadline: 15 June, 2012

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