Our client is an architectural firm in Nairobi and is seeking to recruit for the position of Accounts Assistant for the firm.Gross Salary: 25K - 30K

Role Objective: The Accounts Assistant will assist in the maintenance of proper books of account; manage the payables ledger and the petty cash system.

Duties and Responsibilities

To reconcile all revenues collected on daily basis and check balances against receipts.Post accounting data both manually and electronically in the cash journal and maintain acash balance.Prepare bank account deposits documents and confirmed deposit total.Strong communicator as will be required to work as a team, with Management and also liaise with external partiesHigh attention to detail and the ability to process payrolls to tight deadlinesStrong Microsoft Excel skillsPreparing the marketing budget and sales forecasting reportsGood analytical skillsBalance sheet account reconciliations ensuring balances are current.Preparation of VAT return.Assist in budget preparation and any other accounting/administration job assigned.Bachelor’s degree in business related field or at least CPA II, ACCA or equivalent.Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft office packages particularly ExcelExperience in using accounting packages Quick books.Good oral and written communication skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title (Supermarket Merchandiser) on the subject line.

Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands 

Public Service Commission of Kenya:Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below.The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form. ALL the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.The public service commission is committed to availing equal employment opportunities to all kenyans.Women and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials during interviews.Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P. O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi,
so as to reach the Commission on or before 30th May, 2012.Vacancies in the Ministry of Public Works: Five (5) Posts V/No.128/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Structural Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service;a diploma in Building/Civil Engineering or comparable qualification from a recognized institution, a construction Technician Certificate Part III; or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution;wide knowledge and experience in all matters related to preparation of drawings of structure and/or drainage;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
An officer at this level will be responsible for design, preparation of bills of quantities and detailing of structural and civil works drawings for various structures such as roads, sewerage, marine works, retaining walls and footbridges.
Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:designing and preparing bills of quantities and detailing structural and civil works drawings for various structures such as roads, sewage, marine works, retaining walls and footbridges;training and supervising staff;checking drawings and bending schedules prepared by staff working under him/her and compiling work output, weekly output chart for structural assistants in the unit;co-ordinating digitization of drawing and management of plans, records and storage, retrieval and construction of information.Chief Quantity Survey AssistantNineteen (19) Posts V/No.129/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Senior Quantity Survey Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service:a diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following fields: Quantity Survey, Building/Civil Engineering or comparable qualification from a recognized institution.attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and responsibilities at this level include:checking bills of quantities, specifications and cost estimates for all projects;assisting in contract administration of all types of projects including valuation, site management, pre-contract documentation;contracts documentation and records;audit of final accounts, preparation and checking of payment certificates;controlling, training and supervising staff working under him/her.
Fifteen (15) Posts V/No.130/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Architectural Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service:a diploma or a Technician Certificate Part III in any of the following disciplines: Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture, or comparable qualification from a recognized institution.attended a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a recognized institution and;wide knowledge and experience in preparation of drawings and management of drawings office;knowledge of Government procedures; andshown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:supervision of the drawing office and the works on site;preparing and checking finished working drawings;analysis of technical information required by project teams at each design stage;co-coordinating, organizing and scheduling work to ensure smooth flow;training and development of technical staff under him/her.

Kurrent Technologies Limited; A leading Consultancy firm in the energy sector has job openings in the following areas;-

1. Mechanical Engineer

1 Position

Requirements:

Age 28 and above.Holder of a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.Registered Graduate Engineer with the Engineers Registration Board.Have at least 3 years’ experience in design, project management and construction supervision of Mechanical Engineering projects.Possess a good command of both written and spoken English and Swahili.Have a good working knowledge of MS office applications.Have a good working knowledge of AutoCAD.High integrity.Have excellent interpersonal skills.Willing to travel countrywide as well as Eastern and Central African region.Should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.Experience in petroleum industry will be an added advantage.2. Civil Engineer

1 Position

Requirements:

Age 28 and aboveHolder of a B.Sc. in Civil engineering.Registered Graduate Engineer with the Engineers Registration Board.Possess a minimum 7 years post-graduate experience in building & civil engineering projects.Technical competence civil engineering / project matters.Possess a good command of both written and spoken English and Swahili.Have a good working knowledge of MS office applications.Have a good working knowledge of AutoCAD.High integrity.Have excellent interpersonal skills.Willingness to travel across the construction sites within the Eastern and central Africa region.Willing to travel countrywide as well as Eastern and Central African region.Should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.Experience in petroleum industry will be an added advantage.3. Architectural Assistant

1 Position

Requirements:

Aged 24 and above.Holder of a Diploma in architecture from recognized institution.Minimum 2 year working experience in the same position.Possess a good command of both written and spoken English and Swahili.Have a good working knowledge of MS office applications.Have excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD.Ability to use latest Architectural Software.High integrity.Have excellent interpersonal skills.Willing to travel countrywide as well as Eastern and Central African regionHighly motivated with a will to learn and develop new skills. A self-driven requiring minimum of supervision.Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications letter quoting their current and expected remuneration , CV’s containing three (3) professional referees and day contacts, and copies of certificates and testimonials by Friday 20th April 2012, addressed to:

wmwinga@kurrent.co.ke

or by post to

Kurrent Technologies Ltd.
Hass Plaza, 4th Floor, Lower Hill Road
P. O. Box 16989 – 00620
Nairobi, Kenya

Candidates should indicate the position which they are applying for

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Waweru & Associates, Architects, seeks to recruit the following professional personnel to join an exuberant and youthful team of designers working on (amongst other projects) two large scale urban developments in Nairobi, each with a plinth area of over 25,000m2 (commercial & educational use).

Architect

1 Position

The following criteria will apply:

1. Registration with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS), and corporate membership of the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK).

2. Possession of a professional degree(s) (or equivalent) in architecture from a recognized University and with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in high quality architectural work.

3. Evidence of excellence in large scale urban design and sustainable building technologies.

4. Ambitious team player of impeccable integrity, with good interpersonal skills, self-driven and with demonstrable leadership potential.

5. Have excellent ability to work with all relevant architectural software.

Graduate Architect

1 Position

The following criteria will apply:

1. Possession of a professional degree(s) (or equivalent) in architecture from a recognized University and with a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in high quality architectural work.

2. Team player of impeccable integrity, with good interpersonal skills, self-driven and ability to work with minimal supervision.

3. Have excellent ability to work with all relevant architectural software.

Architectural Technicians

2 Positions

The following criteria will apply:

1. Possession of an appropriate architectural qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning and with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in high quality architectural work.

2. Evidence of excellent understanding of large scale building detailing and site management.

3. Team player of impeccable integrity, with good interpersonal skills, self-driven and ability to work with minimal supervision.

4. Have excellent ability to work with all relevant architectural software.

All positions are available on either a permanent basis or for a minimum contract duration of 18 months; applicants are invited to suggest preferred status.

Competitive terms of employment are available but will be based on evidential competence.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should address their application to ‘The Partners, Waweru & Associates’, and deliver their applications in confidence (indicating their current and expected remuneration and provide adequate proof thereof) together with copies of detailed and up to date CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, and names of three referees, to the following address:

Futuretech House,
No 10 Chiromo Lane,
Off Muthithi Road, Westlands.

or submit the same via email to waweru@waweru.com.

The deadline for receipt of applications is 16th November 2011.

Waweru & Associates, Architects, is an equal opportunity employer.

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A growing architectural firm is inviting applications for the position of Architectural Technician.

The applicant must have a minimum of four years drafting experience using ArchiCad.

Site supervision experience is a plus.

Applicants should send a cover letter, CV and portfolio (under 10mb) to technician@pharosarchitects.com by 21.09.11.

Emails over 10mb will be automatically deleted.

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A fast growing medium sized real estate company is looking for a competent and qualified Senior Architectural Draughtsman.

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma/Higher National Diploma as an Architectural TechnicianAt least 3 years working experienceCompetence in ArchiCAD and AutoCADProven ability to develop Scheme & Detail drawings from Concept DesignsFlexibility and ability to work long hoursClean driving license an added advantageApplication letterDetailed Curriculum Vitae with referencesApplications to reach us by 21st February 2011 to

DN/A 870
P.O Box 49010-00100
GPO, Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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A fast growing medium sized real estate company is looking for a competent and qualified Senior Architectural Draughtsman.

Minimum Qualifications

* Diploma/Higher National Diploma as an Architectural Technician
* At least 3 years working experience
* Competence in ArchiCAD and AutoCAD
* Proven ability to develop Scheme & Detail drawings from Concept Designs
* Flexibility and ability to work long hours
* Clean driving license an added advantage

Requirements for submission

* Application letter
* Detailed Curriculum Vitae with references

Applications to reach us by 21st February 2011 to

DN/A 870
P.O Box 49010-00100
GPO, Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Planning Systems Services Ltd

Chartered Architects - Land Use Planners - Project Managers

Nairobi & Mombasa Offices

We are seeking to make a limited number of architects and architectural assistants appointments.

Skills required:

Excellent design awareness, practical on site experience and sound detailed technical knowledge.Evidence of reliability and responsibility.Proven communication, spoken, written and drawn skills, induding 2 and 3 dimensional hand drawing abilities.Proficiency in AutoCAD 2007 and above.Proficiency in presentation skills using Photoshop, InDesign and/or CorelDraw.3D modeling skills and renderings preferable with Revit, Sketchup, Rhinoceros, 3ds Max and/or ArchiCAD.Applicants should address their applications to the Managing Director through careers@planningkenya.com

All applications must include proven evidence of the requirements detailed above, and must be accompanied by computer and hand drafted original personal work, references and referees.

A competitive package and excellent career opportunities available for successful applicants.

Planning House, Lower Kabete Road,
P 0 Box 188, Sarit Centre 00606 Nairobi Kenya.
Tel : 254-20-41806501112,
Fax:254-20-4182046. Mobile:0724255 088, 0733 555 001.

Website: http://www.planning-kenya.com/

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