Travel & Tours Consultant to Handle VIP & Group Requests Job in Kenya

Travel Vacancies
 

Well Reputed International Tour Company in Nairobi is seeking:
 

Travel & Tours Consultant to Handle VIP & Group Requests
 

Job Qualifications Required
 

Travel / Tours Management Diploma from Utalii College or similar
 

5 years working experience in the travel industry in tours department for groups and VIPs
 

Strong communication & written skills, strong computer & software knowledge
 

Knowledge of contracting, rates, tour costings, suppliers, markets and tourism products
 

Career oriented, dedicated, honest & team worker Operations Officer
 

Field Work, Meet & Greet, Client Assistance & Group Management
 

Office Work, reporting, vehicle management, procurement
 

Job Qualifications Required
 

Travel or Tours Diploma from Utalii College or similar
 

3-5 years tourism operations experience & field work experience
 

Strong communication, computer knowledge, able to work odd hours
 

Career oriented, dedicated, honest & team worker
 

Send CV’s to P.O.Box 5424 00200 - Nairobi
 

OR email: hr@travelhtt.com

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Countdown to 2015 County and National Profiles Call for Consultancy Services

Countdown to 2015 County and National Profiles
 

Call for Consultancy Services
 

Countdown to 2015 is a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional collaboration comprising governments, academics, international agencies, health-care professional associations, development partners and non - governmental organizations. 

For countries such as Kenya that are striving to achieve health related Millennium Development Goals especially MDGs 4, 5 and 6 that focuses on reduction of child mortality, improving maternal health, combating HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases, information is powerful and essential force for change.
 

The Ministry of Health working with partners is coordinating the Kenya Countdown to 2015. 

A scientific committee has been established to primarily lead in reviewing, collation and reporting on County and National profiles.

Consultancy Objectives
 

This consultancy seeks to collate, analyse and come up with County and National profiles on maternal, newborn and child health with a view to accelerate advocacy and improvements for the health of women, newborns and children in Kenya.
 

Key Tasks

• Liaise with Countdown to 2015 scientific committee to finalise on indicators on maternal, newborn and child health and related areas of focus that includes HIV, Malaria and other diseases
• Facilitate finalisation of required data and data sources
• Participate in Scientific Committee and other relevant meetings
• Review and collate data to be analysed while liaising with the scientific committee and other relevant entities.
• Analyse data alongside thematic areas of coverage, equity, policies, systems and financing
• Prepare draft profile reports including required tables and graphs
• Make presentation of draft profile reports to the scientific committee
• Make presentations during the Countdown to 2015 validation meeting
• Finalize the County and National profiles
• Liaise with communication and advocacy committee on messaging and dissemination of study findings
• Produce a process report

Consultant Qualifications

• Demonstrate understanding of MDG 4, 5 and 6 landscape in Kenya including policies, financing, equity, coverage, health systems strengthening and related global, regional and country initiatives
• Over 10 years relevant experience in research including using statistical packages
• Expertise in handling large data sets
• Knowledge of Kenya’s health systems and operations
• Excellent analytical, writing and facilitation skills
• Knowledge of the stakeholders and developments in data collection, collation, analysis and availability
• Advanced degree in a relevant field of study

Management of the Consultancy
 

FANIKISHA-a USAID funded project on institutional strengthening supports the Health NGOs Network (HENNET) - a framework through which support is provided to Countdown to 2015 to conduct County and National profiles. FANIKISHA, liaising with HENNET is the contracting agency. 

The Ministry of Health through the Division of Reproductive Health, Family Care International (FCI), UNICEF, WHO and other partners will support in organizing meetings and forums associated with this consultancy and Countdown to 2015 activities.
 

Submission of the expression of interest
 

The full terms of reference can be accessed fromwww.csokenya.or.ke. 

Interested applicants can make their submissions to info@fanikisha.org on or before 31st July 2013. 

The applicants should submit both technical and financial proposals on how they intend to provide the consultancy. 

They should also include their curriculum vitae as an annex. 

The main application should not exceed 10 pages. 

The applicants should indicate ‘Countdown to 2015 Consultancy’ on the subject line. 

The final decision on the applicants rests with the Sub-Committee of the Countdown to 2015 Scientific Committee in liaison with FANIKISHA and HENNET.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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Geothermal Development Company Jobs in Kenya: Graduate Trainees, Technicians, Internal Auditors and Supply Chain

Career Opportunities at Geothermal Development Company Limited (GDC)

The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) is a 100% state-owned company with the mandate to fast track development of geothermal resources. 

To achieve its objectives, GDC is seeking to recruit suitably qualified and highly motivated staff to support the development of steam equivalent to 5000 MW in the next 17 years. 

The candidates will be responsible for undertaking surface exploration and working on drill rigs in sites including Magadi, Suswa, Bogoria, Arus, Lake Baringo, Chyulu, Mwananyamala, Homa Hills,  Menengai, Barrier, Namarunu, Emuruangogolak, Silali, Korosi, Paka, Badlands and Chepchuk. 

The ideal candidates should be able to work in camping environments in remote areas and have the following attributes: team player, high integrity, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, flexible and willing to work long hours.

Graduate Trainees - Engineers 

(Age: 21-25 years)
 

Trainee Engineer, Mechanical

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/EM 
 

Reporting to the Rig Drilling Engineer, responsibilities will include; providing mechanical engineering support in all rig drilling operations, execution of drilling programs, repair and maintenance of rigs and associated equipment safety and offering logistical support in drilling operations.

Qualifications:

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering (Upper 2nd Class Hons.)

Trainee Engineer, Electrical

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/EE 
 

Reporting to the Rig Maintenance Engineer, key responsibilities will include; carrying out electrical repair and maintenance of rigs and associated plants for drilling operations, engineering support in all rig drilling operations, execution of drilling programs, safety and providing logistical support in drilling operations

Qualifications:

• BSc in Electrical Engineering (Upper 2nd Class Hons).

Trainee Engineer, Steamfield

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/ES 
 

The Trainee will report to the Senior Engineer, Steamfield.
 

Qualifications:
 

BSc in Chemical/Mechatronics Engineering (Upper 2nd Class Hons).
 

Graduate Trainees – Scientists 

(Age 21-25 years)
 

Trainee Geologist

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/G 
 

The Trainee will report to the Senior Geologist.
 

Qualifications:

• BSc in Geology (Upper 2nd Class Hons)

Trainee Geophysicist

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/GP 
 

The Trainee will report to the Senior Geophysicist.
 

Qualifications:

• BSc in Geology (Upper 2nd Class Hons)
• Must have also taken physics units in the undergraduate studies

Trainee Geochemist

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/GC: 
 

The Trainee will report to the Senior Geochemist.
 

Qualifications:

• BSc in Geology (Upper 2nd Class Hons)
• Must have also taken chemistry units in the undergraduate studies.
• Those pursuing MSc (Numerical methods & fluid thermodynamics based projects) will an added advantage.

Technicians 

(Age: 21 – 30 years)
 

Technician III, Mechanical

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/DO/TM: 
 

Reporting to Rig Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical - Plant Option), key responsibilities will include; carrying out of scheduled and corrective maintenance of rigs, auxiliary equipment and plants.
 

Qualifications:
 

A National Diploma in Mechanical/Automotive/Plant Engineering with at least three (3) years’ experience in civil equipment, plant and vehicles maintenance in a busy engineering function and should be computer literate.
 

Technician III, Electrical

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/DO/TE

Reporting to Rig Maintenance Engineer (Electrical), key responsibilities will include; carrying out of day-to-day maintenance of rigs and associated plants and making them available for drilling operations as well as executing corrective and scheduled maintenance operations.
 

Qualifications:
 

A National Diploma in Electrical/Automotive/Plant Engineering with at least three (3) years’ experience in plant maintenance in a busy engineering function and should be computer literate.

Technician III, Reservoir

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/IN/TR 
 

Reporting to the Reservoir Engineer, key responsibilities will include carrying out well measurements, instrument calibration, fabrication, well discharge testing and repair & maintenance of well testing and measurement equipment/instruments.

Qualifications:
 

A National Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering/Power Systems/Instrumentation & Control Engineering with at least three (3) years’ experience in a busy engineering function and should be computer literate.

Technician III, Well Logging

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GRA/TWL 
 

The Technician will report to the Geologist.
 

Qualifications:
 

A National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or Earth Sciences (Credit & above) with at least three (3) years’ experience in a busy laboratory (Analytical Chemistry) and should be computer literate.

Graduate Trainees – Performance Analysts
 

(Age 21-25 years)

Trainee Performance Analyst

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/GT/PA
 

The Trainee will report to the Performance Analyst.
 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or Economics - (Upper 2nd Class Hons). 
• Certification in SPSS or other statistical analysis tool, Project Management and/or Monitoring & Evaluation will be an added advantage. 
• Strong Analytical skills and IT skills are required.

Audit Risk & Compliance
 

Senior Internal Auditor, IT

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/ARC/SIA

Reporting to Chief Internal Auditor, key responsibilities will include; overseeing various IT auditing and assurance work of prescribed scope and complexity in all GDC regional stations. 

You will be expected to supervise the undertaking and reviewing of: audit of IT systems, general and application of IT controls, security and risk management of information systems, and monitor compliance with appropriate standards and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or its equivalent from a recognized institution (Upper 2nd Class Hons);
• Good understanding of IT systems auditing; membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of ICPAK or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). 
• Possess at least eight (8) years’ experience in undertaking risk management, control and governance processes auditing. 
• A CISA certification is required and a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Internal Auditor, IT

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/ARC/IA

Reporting to Senior Internal Auditor, (IT) key responsibilities will include; undertaking various IT auditing and assurance work of prescribed scope and complexity. 

The candidate will also be responsible for IT risk assessment, preparing documents including audit programs, developing,  presenting and finalizing audit reports and monitor compliance with appropriate standards and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (Upper 2nd Class Hons), Computer Science, or its equivalent from a recognized institution; 
• good understanding of IT systems auditing; 
• membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK) or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). 
• Possess at least six (6) years’ experience in undertaking risk assessment, control and governance processes auditing. 
• CISA certification is an added advantage.

Audit Assistant

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/ARC/AA 
 

Reporting to Internal Auditor, key responsibilities will include; assist in carrying out of independent auditing and internal control systems.

Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya certificate (CPA II) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

Supply Chain
 

Chief Officer, Supply Chain

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/SC/COSC 
 

Responsible to the Manager, Supply Chain, the officer will oversee stores management function; coordinate disposal of obsolete, surplus or scrap items and coordinate the inspection and acceptance of goods, works or services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Upper 2nd Class Hons) and Master’s Degree in Procurement or a related field; 
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 6 or any other) from recognized institution and Ten (10) years’ experience in supply chain management, five (5) of which must be in Stores Management. 
• Competence in computerized procurement, knowledge of ERP-SAP and membership of KISM will be an added advantage.

Senior Officer, Supply Chain

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/SC/SOSC 
 

Reporting to the Chief Officer, Supply Chain, the officer will oversee preparation of tender documents, process orders, supervise the stores management function; coordinate disposal of obsolete, surplus or scrap items and coordinate the inspection and acceptance of goods, works or services.

Qualifications:

• Degree in a Business related field (Upper 2nd Class Hons);
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 6 or any other) from recognized institution and eight (8) years’ experience in supply chain management, four (4) of which must be in Stores Management.
• Knowledge of ERP-SAP is an added advantage.

Officer III, Supply Chain

Ref: GDC/HR/07/13/SC/OSC
 

Reporting to the Senior Officer, Supply Chain, the incumbent will be in-charge of Stores at the rig site; maintain and track Stores inventory to ensure constant availability of critical stock and maintain a comprehensive and efficient filing and retrieval system.

Qualifications:

• Degree in a Business related field (Upper 2nd Class Hons); 
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or Records Management and three (3) years’ experience in procurement records management OR a Higher National Diploma in Purchasing & Supply with six (6) years’ experience in Stores Management.
• Certification in Stores Management and knowledge of Material Management in ERP-SAP will be an added advantage.

If you feel your career objectives match any of these roles, please submit your application letter together with a detailed CV, copies of certificates, and other relevant testimonials, email and telephone contacts, to reach the undersigned not later 5.00 p.m. on 15th August, 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Geothermal Development Company Ltd
TAJ towers 9th Floor Upper Hill Road
P.O. Box 100746 – 00101, 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Email: careers@gdc.co.ke
 

“GDC is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants with the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.”

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Plan HR and Operations Assistant Job in Kenya

Position: HR and Operations Assistant
 

Position Description:
 

This is an entry level (Grade C1) but fully professional position within HR/OD function, reporting the HR specialist and also taking on delegated support tasks from the Regional Head of HR and responsible for all HR administration (with additional elements from time to time).
 

Key Responsibilities
 

1. HRIS Data migration and updates

• Transfer HR data from manual system to automated system and maintain updated Human Resource information system.

2. Staff Training and Development

• Coordinate the administration of Induction programs, staff training programs, Talent management programs and workshops.

3. Human Resource Administration

• Maintain and update HR Documentation, Prepare induction packs, ensure statutory requirements for HR are met and payments made.

4. Administration of performance management

• Update team scorecards, Consolidate performance data, and Prepare group performance reports.

5. Employee service

• Handling staff enquiries, Organizing staff events, participating in recruitment, maintaining employee feedback loop, other delegated HR tasks from supervisor.

6. Operations

• Providing administration support to operations department team, coordinating team calendar and any other relevant support required.

Personal Specifications

• Keen eye for detail, Accuracy, Organized, Quick learner, Self led, Team player and energetic
• People skills, Positive Demeanour
• Ambitious about and interested in growing in to an HR professional

Qualifications

• Graduate
• Diploma in HRM or equivalent

Experience

• At least one year experience in administrative work associated with employees’ management or development.
• Internship experience will also be recognised

Closing date: Friday, 2nd August 2013
 

Reference and background checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. 

Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.
 

Please submit a full CV and three names of referees to plan.resajob@plan-international.org
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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KBC Assistant Human Resource Manager Job in Kenya

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a State Corporation committed to excellence in broadcast services to our audience, customers and the public. 

Its aim is to transmit objective, informative, educative and entertaining content to the public through Radio and Television Services.
 

The Corporation wishes to fill the following vacant position with a result-oriented, dynamic and self-driven professional to achieve its corporate objectives;

Assistant Human Resource Manager
 

The Role
 

Reporting to the Head of Human Resource, the main role of the Assistant Human Resource Manager is to assist the Human Resource Manager direct and manage the operations and implementation of the HR functions which include HR policy formulation, workforce planning, employee resourcing, recruitment, staffing, performance management, training and development, organizational change/design and the HR initiatives.

The person must have a clear understanding of the employer’s business objectives and be able to in liaison with the Head of Human Resource devise and implement policies which select, develop and retain the right Human Resource needed to meet these objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in working closely with departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement HR policies and procedures
• Assist in the implementation of the corporation’s structure.
• Monitor and update the Corporation’s Human Resource establishment
• Assist in implementing and managing Strategic HR objectives, projects and initiatives
• Assist in the preparation of job profiles/requirements for recruitment purposes
• Assist in the review, formulation and /or updating of HR policy and procedure documents
• Assist in Managing of staff performance management process
• Assist in Monitoring the operations of the Human Resource Management Information System
• Assist in supporting/advising all Heads of departments on HR matters
• Assist in the handling of Industrial Relation matters and any other HR related litigations on behalf of the Corporation
• Assist in the negotiations with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union officials) on issues relating to pay and employment conditions
• Assist in the administering of the payroll and maintaining of employee records
• Assist in the review of the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management or Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences with a Post Graduate Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management. A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
• At least seven (7) years work experience in the position of an Assistant Human Resource Manager
• Must be a holder of Certified Public Secretary Kenya qualifications (CPSK)
• Must be a registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management. Full membership category with Institute of Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge in Human Resource Management Information Systems

Skills and Competencies

• Proven skills in handling Human Resource function of a large workforce
• Result driven and dynamic person
• Have demonstrated a high standard of professional competence and administrative ability required for direction and coordination of planning, development and maintenance of Human Resource function.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively evaluate HR practices and procedures and make recommendations benchmarking with best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively execute HR Strategies to achieve the main HR objectives that drive the achievement of the overall Corporation objectives.
• Knowledgeable in the New Labour statutes

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications stating their current remuneration and enclosing detailed CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, day time telephone contacts, so as to reach the undersigned on or before 6th August, 2013.
 

The Managing Director
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
P.O. Box 30456-00100
Nairobi
 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
 

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer but to enhance gender balance we encourage males to apply.

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