Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal revenue collection agency for the government of the Republic of Kenya.

The Authority’s vision is to be the leading revenue Authority in the world, respected for professionalism, integrity and fairness.

The Authority is seeking result oriented and self driven individuals with high integrity to fill the following vacant position:

Assistant Property Officer (Caretaker) - Works and HousingIdentifying minor work orders in the premises.Regularly checking the state of services such as electrical, plumbing and ensure they are working or report the same for any repairs.Attending to complaints in the various buildings/premises.Supervising refurbishment of furniture and fixtures within the premises.Maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the property, grounds, estates and drainages.Supervising outsourced services.Complying with statutory bodies and local authority by laws and regulations.Any other relevant duties assigned.Academic and professional qualificationsK.C.S.E C plain or its equivalent.Diploma in Land Economics /Real Estate or related field from a recognised Institution.Must have at least Three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position in a comparable organisation.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Self management skills.Problem solving skills.Must have high standards of integrity.Attention to details.Team player.Applications typed or in own handwriting indicating the position applied for and enclosing detailed curriculum vitae (giving details of your qualifications, experience, current position, and names and addresses of three referees), copies of academic and professional certificates, Tax Compliance Certificate, copies of National Identity Card and testimonials should be sent by post to the undersigned or placed in relevant boxes at Times Tower Building, Nairobi (Ground Floor) so as to be received on or before 7th March, 2013.

A daytime telephone contact and email address should also be provided.

Senior Deputy Commissioner,
Human Resources.
Kenya Revenue Authority.
P.O Box 48240—00100.
Nairobi.

Note:

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Caretaker

Purpose Of The Role

Providing efficient and effective support in ensuring that the company's properties are well maintained to the required standards of the organization.

Among others, key accountabilities will include:-

Ensures proper day to day management of company properties Supervision of service providers Ensuring building systems and equipments are serviced in accordance to existing laws and requirements. Ensuring compliance to existing laws, statutes, regulations and procedures Preparing annual property maintenance budgets and scheduling expenditures for property maintenance. Maintains the property by investigating and resolving tenant complaints; inspecting and completing repairs; liaising with service providers. Secures property by liaising with security provider; establishing and enforcing precautionary policies and procedures; responding to emergencies. Enforces occupancy policies and procedures. Performs daily inspection of the property and arranges for property renovations and maintenance. Preparing inventories for items to be replaced and list of equipment. Knowledge, Skills and Experience A Diploma in Building &/Construction or its equivalent Minimum 2 years experience in Property Management Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Plumbing Works Presentable with Good Communication and problem solving Skills Ability to supervise other staff & work as a team Knowledge of building systems and an understanding of preventive, deferred and routine maintenance Ability to interface with accountants, advocates, contractors and other professionals both internally and externally Record keeping and organizational skillsGood knowledge of property laws and procedures Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruit@odumont.com Closing date is COB on 20th November 2012

The Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) is an institution under the Ministry of Education that offers In-Service Education and Training (INSET) for Mathematics and Science Teachers in Kenya.

The Centre also serves as a Regional INSET Centre for Strengthening of Mathematics and Science Education in Western, Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (SMASE WECSA) for 34 African countries. CEMASTEA is looking for professionals of high integrity, dependable, self-driven, customer focused, team players and able to meet strict deadlines to fill the following positions;

Advert No. 1

Cook

Job Group F

1 Post

The Cook will;

Observe Health and Safety Standards in work areas;Prepare, Produce, hold and serve food;Ensure proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.Certificate in Food and Beverage Production or Institutional Management or any other equivalent qualification;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C- (minus);Previously served as Cook in a comparable position for at least (3) years; andA Certificate of good health.Advert No. 2A

Supply Chain Assistant I (Storekeeper)

Job Group J

1 Post

The Supply Chain Assistant I, will be responsible for;

Coordinating the purchase of supplies for the department with vendors;Maintain a filing system in accordance with internal procedures;Maintain office supply inventories and order supplies as necessary;Receive approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch LPO’s as needed for goods and services;Maintaining registers of Receipt and issued stores from the central store;Carrying out stocktaking of stores; Issuing and rationing of stores;Identifying of unserviceable stores/ or other stores for disposal.Diploma in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C-(minus) with a minimum of C- in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent;At least 3 years Procuring experience;Proficiency in computer applications.Advert No. 2B

Supply Chain Assistant II (Storekeeper)

Job Group G

1 Post

The Supply chain assistant II will be responsible for:

Receipt and issuance of stores;Maintaining records of all stores received and issued;Ensuring proper storage of items;Issue items to various sections in accordance to the order list provided.a Certificate in Supplies Management or its equivalent from a recognised institution;A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C- (Minus) with at least grade C (Plain) in English and Mathematics or its equivalent;Proficiency in computer applications.Advert No. 3

Finance Officer

Job Group M

1 Post

The Finance Officer will be responsible for

Managing finances;Ensuring adherence to appropriate accounting system;Coordinating preparation of annual budgets;Interpreting financial/accounting policies procedures, standards, rules and regulations;Ensuring timely preparation of financial statements and accounts;Dealing with audit queries;Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with Finance Option.CPA II and above/ACCA Final;Served as a Finance Officer I or similar position in a Public/Private institution for at least three (3) years.Should be proficient in computer use application.Advert No. 4

Internal Auditor

Job Group L

1 Post

The Internal Auditor will;

Ensure that all financial transactions are in compliance with established policies and practices;Ensure that internal control systems are adequate;Ensure that assets are efficiently utilized and safeguarded;Audit the Centre’s books of accounts;Audit all payments vouchers for all financial obligations before funds are released for payment; andPrepare annual reports for all audited accounts.Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting/Finance option)CPA I and above;Should have served as an Auditor in a comparable and relevant position in a Public/ Private Institution for a minimum period of three (3) years;Should be proficient in computer use and its applications.Advert No. 5

Accounts Assistant

Job Group H

1 Post

The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for;

Collection of funds from the Centre’s income generating activities;Maintenance of cash ledgers and general accounts reconciliations;Preparation of payment vouchers and making authorized payments;Maintenance of an efficient filing system of payment vouchers, receipts and invoices.CPA ( II) and above or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C (Plain) or its equivalent;At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar organisation;Should be proficient in computerized accounting.Advert No. 6

Housekeeper/ Cateress

Job Group J

1 Post

The Housekeeper/Cateress will be responsible for:

Ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of catering and hostel facilities;Management of Catering and Laundry Services;Maintenance of furnishing linen, furniture, beddings;Looking into the general welfare of guests, staff and/or patrons;Inducting the stewards and Linen Assistants;Controlling stock and inventory of the Kitchen store;Checking in and out of the guests.Higher National Diploma in Food and Beverage and Institutional Management or its equivalent;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, mean grade C (Plain) or its equivalentPrior experience as Housekeeper/Cateress in a comparable and relevant position for at least three (3) years in a Public/Private Institution;A certificate of good health;Good organization and Public Relations skills.Advert No. 7

Librarian

Job Group J

1 Post

The Librarian will be responsible for;

Identification and acquisition of library materials;Safeguarding of Library inventory;Preparation and organization of library resources;Bibliographic searching and retrieval;Maintenance of serial records and updating of database;Shelving and filing of materials.Higher National Diploma in Library Studies or Information Science or equivalent qualification;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C (Plain) or its equivalent qualification with at least a C (plain) in either Mathematics, English or Kiswahili;Proficiency in computer applications;At least two (2) years’ experience performing similar duties.Advert No. 8

Personal Secretary

Job Group J

1 Post

The Personal Secretary will:

Manage the Director’s Office ProtocolMaintain the Director’s DiaryPerform office management and related duties;Perform secretarial duties andHandle inquiries at the front desk.Passed the following subjects offered by KNEC;(Short hand III (minimum 100wpm); Typewriting III (50wpm); Business English III; Communication Skills II; Commerce II; Office practice II; Secretarial Duties II and Office Management III;)Have served satisfactorily in an equivalent position for at least three years in a Public/Private Institution;A certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;Communication and interpersonal skills; Good command of the English language (both written and spoken);Administrative skills, Public relations and excellent interpersonal skills; and Pleasant personality.KCSE mean grade C- or its equivalentAdvert No. 9

Laundry Assistant

Job Group F

1 Post

The Laundry Assistant will;

Ensure Health and Safety policies are followed strictly in the laundry room;Manage the laundry procedures and required flow of laundry to prevent a build up;Distribute laundry to the appropriate rooms; ensure the correct marking of different laundry.Certificate in Laundry management/Housekeeping;A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean grade D( plain);Certificate of Health;At least two (2) year experience;Attentive to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision;Good planning and organization skills;Ability to multi-task.Advert No. 10

Waiter/Waitress

Job Group G

1 Post

The Waitress/ Waiter will;

Be sensitive to customer needs;Cleaning service equipments;Serving of food and beverages;Cleaning the dining hall, tables, cruets and ensuring proper handling of cutlery and other equipment;Welcoming and directing guests as appropriate.Diploma in Food and Beverage Service and Sales;Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C- (minus)Prior experience of two (2) years in a busy work environment preferably hotel, restaurant or an institution;Certificate of good health.Advert No. 11

Clerical Officer

Job Group G

1 Post

The Clerical Officer will carry out the following duties;

Sorting out, filing and dispatching letters;Carrying out miscellaneous services as directed;Collection and delivery of mail in and out of the Centre;Compiling data and drafting simple letters;Messengerial duties as assigned and any other official duty that may be assigned from time to time.Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education(KCSE) Mean grade C (plain),At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar position;Proficiency in computer use and application;Professionalism and of high integrity.Advert No. 12

Driver

Job Group F

2 Posts

The Driver will;

Drive a motor vehicle as authorized;Carry out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure etc; detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;Maintain the work tickets for vehicles assigned;Ensure safety of the vehicle on and off the road;Ensure safety of the passengers and/of goods therein;Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle;Messengerial duties as may be assigned; andAny other official duty that may be assigned from time to time;A certificate in mechanics will be an added advantage.Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (plain);Passed Suitability Test for Driver grade III;A valid Driving License free from any current endorsement for classes of vehicles an officer is required to drive;Have attended a first Aid certificate course lasting not less than one week at St. Johns or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology or any other recognized institution;A valid certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police; andAt least two (2) years driving experience.Female drivers are encouraged to applyAdvert No. 13

Laboratory Technicians

Job Group H

3 Posts

The Laboratory Technicians duties will include;

Preparing of laboratory solutions and reagents;General management of the laboratory;Maintaining inventory of laboratory materials;Setting up equipment/apparatus for experiments as instructed by academic staff;Maintaining cleanliness in the laboratory premises.A Diploma in Laboratory Technician Course or above or other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.Have served as Laboratory Technician III or equivalent position in a Public/Private Institution for at least three (3) years;Advert No. 14

Caretaker

Job Group J

1 Post

The Caretaker will:

Coordinating the maintenance of infrastructure and utilities;Coordinating renovations of buildings and other physical infrastructure within the institute;Update and maintain records of all the institutes property;Planning, organizing and coordinating of sound security system and procedures to protect the Centre;Inspect firefighting equipment and fire alarm systems to ensure that they are in good condition;Advice management on necessary security action and equipment required.Checking maintenance of cleanliness in all buildings.Holder of a Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building Economics or its equivalent;Basic training in security matters;Three (3) years’ experience in a similar position;Attendance of a safety course from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.How to apply:

All qualified candidates including persons with disability should send their application and detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, a daytime phone contact, email address, and names of two referees plus certified copies of Academic Certificates in a sealed envelope with the Advert No. clearly marked on the envelope by close of business 24th November 2011 to:-

The Director
CEMASTEA
P.O. Box 24214-00502
Nairobi.

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Maseno University Retirement Benefit Scheme invites suitably qualified candidates for the following posts.

1. Pensions Officer

Grade 13

MURBS/1 /10/2011

Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of pension information and advice to members and dependants with regard to the rules and regulations of MURBS.Development and maintenance of sound procedures for prompt and proper payment of benefits to members and dependantsEnsuring compliance with statutory requirements in respect to member benefits and informationReconciliation of contributions and membership dataQualifications, Experience and Skills
Degree in Actuarial Science, Bachelor of Commerce (Insurance), possession of a Masters degree in the related field will be an added advantage,
at least three (3) years experience in retirement benefits administration,
experience in use of fundmaster system will be an added advantage.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.2. Caretaker

MURBS/2/10/2011

Duties and Responsibilities

Liaising with the service providers of electricity, lift, generator, sewerage and water services.Ensuring safety, cleanliness and hygiene within the buildingAdvising on possible risk within he environReporting to the Pension Manager on all issues relating to MURBS building.Qualifications, Experience and Skills
A diploma in electrical engineering, building and construction or a related field,
minimum of 1 year experience in caretaking or clerk of works in a busy environment,
effective communication and interpersonal skills.Interested candidates to send copies of applications in writing together with an updated curriculum vitae giving details of applicants age, present post and salary, telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees plus copies of certificates and testimonials.

The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly indicated on top of the envelope.

Applications are to be addressed to;

The Pensions Manager,
Maseno University Retirement Benefits Scheme,
P.o Box 9268-40141,
Kisumu.

So as to reach the office not later than 18th, November, 2011.

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Farm Manager

A medium size coffee farm is urgently looking for suitable personnel to fill the position of a Farm Manager.

Qualifications:

Diploma or certificate in an agricultural related fieldAt least 5 years experience in a busy coffee farm in a similar positionCertificate in farm management from CRF will be an added advantageCertificate of good conductExcellent interpersonal skills andProficiency in computer use and a valid driving license all classes.Caretaker Urgently Wanted to take care of a block of flats
Must have an O’Level (fourth form) CertificateGood command of English and KiswahiliCertificate of good conduct.Ability to act as a jack of all trades will be an added advantage.Send CV with telephone contacts to:

The Managing Director
P.O. Box 3006 - 00200 Nairobi Kenya
by 5th September 2011

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