Luxury Resort Lodge Manager Job Vacancy in Zanzibar

Job Ref: AT/LM/11
Reports to: General Manager (During absence: to Group Operations Manager)
Position Overview

Our client owns a small upmarket exclusive hotel/beach resort which offers stylish personal services with a truly African alternative to western luxury. You are expected to pamper our clients and go the extra mile to maintain this high standard.

We offer genuinely friendly and personal service giving guests time to relax in the privacy and space they came for.

You are required to enforce, maintain and contribute to the constant maintenance and improvement of the high standards set for the Lodge.

The three Retreat Villas offer a high-end individual & utmost personalized service. Every Villa has their own butler and there is one separate kitchen catering for all needs and special requests.

This department operates independently, but forms part and parcel of the resort.

Responsibilities and Duties:

As Lodge Manager your main responsibilities and duties will be:
To manage all daily, weekly and monthly operations.
To ensure all guests receive an experience which is compliant with our service offering.
To ensure all staff are managed in compliance with the group HR policy and the labour law of Zanzibar.
To ensure all staff are motivated and follow the company ethics.
Ensure service levels are maintained at a stable high standard.
To maintain strong cooperation and communication with all assistant managers and heads of department.
To maintain a positive relationship with the communities & neighbours.
Attend village meetings, record & file all correspondence, maintain the village notice board and keep tight communication with the community by cooperating with the village liaison officer.
Oversee the financial procedures and ensure strict controlling in accordance with approved budgets.
To maintain and improve cost effective operations.
General safety and protection of all guests, staff, property and equipment.
To ensure safety procedures are in place for guests both in the property and when participating in activities, excursions and transfers.
Ensure overall repairs & maintenance of the property.
Oversee all procurement, stores and stock control.
Ensure that the overall hygiene of the resort is in place and maintained.
Ensure month-end stock takes are done and submitted on time according to the financial time line.
Exercise and implement cost saving measures.
To manage all company assets in such a manner as to limit any potential losses to the company.
Keep the General Manager informed of all relevant information (Group Property Management during GM absence).
The specific responsibilities and duties of the Lodge Manager are defined as follows:

Daily Tasks
Organise the team and ensure priorities are performed.
Communicate with guests and ensure their visit is a true experience in accordance with our service offering.
Ensure highest service levels are maintained across all departments.
Supervise the team to ensure that they perform their duties properly and professionally and perform spot checks.
Ensure that beaches and guests facilities are up to standard at all times.
Ensure menus are balanced and the quality of the food is stable and high class.
Facilitate all offered activities and requests.
Deal with guest complaints immediately.
Monitor daily expenditures and maintain authorisation procedures.
Undertake any reasonable assignments requested by Group Property Management.
Maintain staff discipline and motivation.
Ensure all furniture, fixtures, equipment, vehicles, generators and related equipment are being maintained.
Staff Matters
Ensure prompt attendance is maintained.
Conduct staff performance appraisals according to group standards.
Ensure the disciplinary code & procedure as well as the Zanzibar labour laws is adhered to and followed strictly.
Ensure staff files are maintained and all relevant data is on the personnel files.
To hold regular meetings with assistant managers, heads of departments and staff in order to keep them informed about internal issues and changes, Asilia policies and any other relevant matters.
Communicate salary increases, staff appointments and dismissals with the General Manager (During GM absence to Group Property Management).
To take the required disciplinary steps when the need arises.
Leave
To manage the leave rosters for the assistant managers and HODs.
Ensure that the leave taken by managers and the HODs does not allow for more than one manager to be away from Matemwe at any one time.
To monitor all leave rosters to ensure that staff takes their full annual leave quotas.
To ensure that your own leave is taken in the course of the year.
Medical
To ensure that proper medical attention is given to any guests that fall ill while staying at Matemwe.
Ensure all staff receives proper medical attention when they are ill.
To monitor all records of medical expenses for staff and to ensure no over expenditure.
To monitor the issuing of sick sheets.
Allowances and Loans
To authorise all salary advances in compliance with the company policy.
To monitor all staff payment allowances in accordance with company policies.
Recruitment/ Termination
To manage all facets of recruitment and termination of employees according to both Zanzibar laws and company policies
To chair disciplinary meetings and to make all relevant decision resulting from such meetings
To coordinate relevant job advertisements and external interviews
At termination, to authorise the final payment of the employee who is leaving the company, ensuring that all salary advances, leave reconciliations and staff issues [uniforms etc] are accounted for.
Training
To advise, research, co-ordinate and manage staff training programmes.
To coordinate and conduct training for employees as required by operations, as well as on matters relating to the company’s General Employment Terms, Code of Conduct and other relevant policies.
Behaviour
You are to act as a leader to all departments and members of staff.
You will be responsible for the well-being of all staff.
You will be expected to behave honestly and be sober at all times.
You will maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and keep are in good health.
Your appearance and behaviour is to be that of a senior manager representing the Asilia Group in all your work activities.
No abusive language or behavior is allowed.
You are not authorized & not permitted to hand out or distribute any company information whatsoever without the consent of the GM (during his absence: Asilia Group Head Office).
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

To apply

Send your C.V. in plain word format that is not tabulated, with a recent photograph of yourself embedded in the top right hand corner of the C.V. Please do not attach any scanned certificates/documents.

Attach an application letter on why you feel your experience, skills and qualifications would suit this position, ensuring you insert your salary expectation at the bottom of your letter.

Ensure you quote the job reference in the subject header and your name.

Please send all documentation to info@byappointmentafrica.com

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ESTATE OFFICER

Tanzania Federation of Cooperatives (TFC) Limited is a national cooperative umbrella organization that seeks to promotes, serves and co-ordinates the development and prosperity of all cooperative societies in Tanzania. TFC is the organization that affiliate primary, secondary or apex cooperative societies. It was incorporated under section 45 of the Cooperative Societies Act No. 15 of 1991.

Currently The Tanzania Federation of cooperatives seeks to recruit innovative, experienced and dynamic result oriented professionals to fill the following positions.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSIDPS

Appointed by Executive Secretary

Reports to Executive Secretary

Supervises Assistant Estate Officer Estate Clerk, Lift Operators, Building Technicians Electricians



Qualifications

At least a Holder of Degree in Engineering, Land Management and Valuation, Quantity surveying, Estates Management I equivalent qualification plus a working experience of three years out of which two year should be in a managerial position a related field.

Employment Status Mode of employment

The Estate Officer will be employed in a two (2) years Contract on renewable basis



Remuneration

An Attractive remuneration will be given to a successful candidate



Responsibilities

Major

In charge of the Federations Estates and properties and their maintenances.

Specific:

• Direct and supervise maintenance Operation

• Inspect and survey the Estate regularly to determine the work required for maintenance and improvement.

• Establish and control a preventive maintenance program to keep equipment such lifts, Air condition etc. in ope.ration

• Responsible for security, estate cleaning services and gardens

• Responsible for Tenancy records and liaison

• Advise on any matter relating to the construction! repair/ maintenance of the estates.

• Perform any other duties assigned to hirn/her by the Executive Secretary and Administration



Mode of Application

Interested candidate should submit his/ her Application letter attached with detailed CV and copy of relevant academic certificates, a typewritten statement on an A4 paper explaining why he/she consider hirn/herself more suitable for the job, names and full contact addresses of three work related referees, one of whom should be coming from the current employer plus two most recent passport size photographs. Applications should be directed to the below address not later than l600hrs Monday 20 September 2010.

Executive Secretary, Tanzania Federation of Cooperatives Ltd, 9th Floor Ushirika Building, Lumumba Street, P. O. Box 2567, DAR ES SALAAM TANZANIA Fax: 022 2184 081

Portfolio Manager Vacancy Announcement

Our client provides finance and business development assistance to small and medium enterprises.

The client has African regional presence, and this particular position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Portfolio Manager

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Senior Portfolio Manager, the ideal candidate will ensure that the provisions of the financial structure plan are implemented, to manage any variances against the plan and to ensure that portfolio risk and collateral are appropriately managed.

Key Internal and External Customers:

Internal: Trusted advisory relationship with General Manager and the Senior Portfolio Manager. Liaise closely with Risk and the Administration Manager

External: Build close relationships with the Entrepreneurs; work closely with the Auditors/Accountants

Responsibilities:

Provide business support

• Monitor disbursements to ensure that it stays within the parameters of the approved deal structure and financial plan.
• Plan client visit schedule with Senior Portfolio Manager
• Collect and analyze clients’ monthly management accounts
• Identify any negative trends and deviations from the client’s financial plan.
• Discuss deviation report with client during regular meetings.
• Notify Senior Portfolio Manager of interventions needed to restore a client’s business health.
• Prepare and present monthly deviation and Early Warning Sign reports to Senior Portfolio Manager and Risk
• Monitor deviations and Early Warning Signs for signs of deterioration, and inform Risk and the Senior Portfolio Manager accordingly

Maintain collateral integrity

• Confirm client visit schedule with Admin Manager as per the collateral register
• Visit client and confirm the physical presence and condition of collateral.
• Upon disbursement, verify that item(s) delivered is what was approved and inform Admin Manager to register and insure assets.
• Verify working capital has been approved as per approved disbursement and provide the Administration Manager with receipts.
• Inform Risk of any deviations in approved fund utilization.
• Arrange independent valuations, where required
• Report status, condition and value of collateral to Admin Manager
• Discuss irregularities or collateral devaluations with client and Senior Portfolio Manager
• Request alternative collateral, where applicable, and arrange for valuations.
• Prepare Change in Collateral report
• Address FC/Board issues
• Arrange for client to sign Addendum to Loan Agreemen
• Arrange with Admin Manager to implement the new collateral.

Manage quality of portfolio through effective credit control

• Notify client if monthly installment has not been met
• Determine reasons for inability to pay if client cannot meet payment
• Discuss situation with Senior Portfolio Manager and decide a plan of action and prepare the appropriate report and submit to the portfolio manager.
• Formalize repayment arrangements in line with actual cash flows submit to Senior Portfolio Manager for review
• Address any issues raised by Risk, FC or the Board
• Arrange for the client to sign the necessary documents
• Monitor the arrears situation and repayment plan.

Customer Service

• Ensure high levels of customer interaction and service
• Ensure regular and appropriate client contact
• Manage and resolve client complaints/dissatisfaction

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant qualifications in Finance, Accounting and/or Business Management
• Minimum certificate in Management Accounting or Credit Control

Minimum Experience:

• Preferably having run an own business or managed a small business for one year or more
• Preferably 5 years in a credit analysis, business development and SME consultancy

Technical Competencies Required:

• Financial statement analysis
• Report writing skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• Excellent English verbal and writing skills, must have good grammar

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application using the format below with a detailed C.V, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Wednesday, 15th September, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

Application Letter Template (Maximum 2 pages)

• Relevant Educational Qualifications
• Relevant Professional Qualifications
• Duration of work experience in Credit Analysis, Business Development or SME Consulting
• Summary or relevant experience in:

1. Providing business support
2. Maintaining collateral integrity
3. Managing portfolio quality
4. Customer Service

• Current Remuneration Package:
• Expected Remuneration Package:

Senior Valuer/Property Manager Vacancy Announcement

We are seeking to recruit a real estate consultant to fill a vacant position of a Senior Valuer/Property Manager tenable in East Africa. The successful candidate will report to the directors.

The duties of the position holder will be:

• Undertaking inspection affixed and loose assets, analyzing the collected data, preparing and producing timely and detailed reports and valuation;
• Undertaking property management of large commercial properties, located in the East African region in order to maximize investment returns;
• Preparing property management reports;
• Undertaking feasibility studies/investment appraisals, real estate investment advisory, development consultancy and market research;
• As a senior professional, the holder of the position will be expected to train young professions and undertake administrative assignments.

Qualifications and Experience

• The person will have a Bachelors Degree in Land Economics from a reputable university and a Full Member of ISK;
• Holder of a current practicing license from the VRB and EARB;
• At least 5 years relevant experience in a busy consultancy environment;
• The applicant is expected to have good communication skills, both oral and written, high degree of analytical skills, a decision-maker and good ICT and computer skills.

Mode of Application

Applicants should send an application letter including a current Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees and their complete addresses-postal, telephone, fax and email.

Deadline for receiving applications will be 13th September 2010 and should be addressed to:

The Human Resource and Administration Manager,

P.O.Box 79487-00200,

Nairobi

Or Email to: HR@regent-mgt.com

Regent is an equal opportunity employer!

ICEA Asset Management Limited - Institutional Business Development Executive

ICEA Asset Management Limited (IAM) is a leading Fund Management Company with significant market share in unit trusts, pensions and wealth management businesses.

We pride ourselves of a powerful brand, strong and consistent investment returns delivery, exceptional client service and responsiveness to market needs.

In order to maintain our competitive edge, we seek a talented individual to fill the position of Institutional Business Development Executive.

Job Overview

The Institutional Business Development Executive will be responsible for prospecting, follow up and signing up new clients as well as ensuring that they are well serviced so as to retain them in the company’s books.

The person will also be responsible for ensuring close liaison with existing clients, service providers and regulators.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare an appropriate marketing strategy and budget as well as developing suitable marketing materials
• Manage communication to the public through the proprietary company website
• Prepare tenders and dealing with request for proposal invitations
• Keep contact with prospective clients to interest them in our products and services
• Carry out market research and survey to inform business development
• Identify and following up prospects
• Complete client sign ups
• Handle certain aspects of public relations and communications
• Visit clients regularly
• Dispatch of reports and newsletters to clients
• Handle formal and informal contact with clients, other service providers and regulators
• Handle client and public queries and complaints

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• A bachelors degree in a business related field
• At least 5 years of marketing experience preferably within the financial services industry
• Knowledge of the legal, regulatory and operating framework of the fund management industry
• Expertise in use of various computer packages in communication, analysis and brand management
• An excellent communicator, both written and oral
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• A demonstrable track record in business development
• Knowledge and experience in strategic business planning and management
• Strategic in vision, and capable of identifying marketing opportunities

The position offers a competitive remuneration package together with outstanding benefits commensurate with the level of the position and the caliber of the selected candidate.

IAM is an equal opportunity employer; female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a cover letter attaching a detailed CV, photocopies of certificates & testimonials, the names & addresses of three referees before close of business on 13th August 2010 to:

The Advertiser
DN.A/691
P.O Box 49010 GPO
00100- Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Chester House Limited - Sales Executive

Chester House Limited is a member of the Monarch Group of Companies. Chester House Apartments are leading luxurious apartments located at the heart of the City of Nairobi with newly refurbished and fully serviced Apartments.

Fiesta Restaurant Limited also a member of the Group offers Food and beverage with attractive ambiance. It serves both Continental and African Dishes.

We are looking for a result oriented Sales Executive to complement the Sales and Marketing function

Responsible To: General Manager for Hospitality

Job Purpose: Maximize apartment occupancies, restaurant covers and closing appropriate contracts for effective and business profitability.

Overall Responsibility:

• Generate sales leads and convert to sales orders to achieve target sales volumes.
• Continually reach out to identify and approach potential new clients, convert enquiries from potential clients to sales.
• Promptly respond to all enquiries, prospects and tentative or definite business opportunities.
• Develop relationships with existing clients and maximize revenue potential.
• Develop existing marketing activities to ensure awareness of the company products amongst all target groups.
• Develop and package ancillary products to enhance the selling of apartment space and restaurant F&B
• Provide timely and reliable management information.
• Work toward building the overall strength and performance of the sales and marketing team and the company as a whole.
• Identify niche markets and segments through which apartment and restaurant sales revenue will be maximized.
• Execute quotation and bid proposals in respect of RFP/RFQ relating to accommodation and catering requirements.
• Execute e-commerce and virtual marketing and selling of accommodation and F&B requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. New business development and direct marketing

• Suggest viable target clients and industries, sourcing relevant data as necessary
• Approach potential clients through various channels, including cold calling and direct mail campaigns
• Use knowledge of the target markets and the localization industry to promote introductions and sales
• Participate in events that will promote the awareness of the company and its credentials
• Arrange and lead new business meetings, delivering sales presentation in a polished, professional manner
• Be familiar with the range of services offered by the Group and absolutely understand how to identify client requirements that can be met by these services
• Work with the General Manager for Hospitality and other team members in the development of ideas for new services and new markets for existing services.

2. Client retention

• Maintain awareness of the Group companies amongst existing prospects through periodic follow-up calls.
• Oversee production and distribution of quarterly newsletter to all stakeholders

3. Database maintenance

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance of the client database, ensuring that new leads are added in a timely manner and integrity of data is maintained through regular cleaning
• Ensure that colleagues at all levels are following prospect tracking systems in liaison with the ICT Department

4. Website

• Review existing online marketing strategy, suggest and implement improvements
• Ensure the company’s website are ranked on page 1 of all major search engines for targeted keywords
• Oversee day-to-day updates and maintenance

5. Reporting

• Review existing data collection systems, suggest and implement improvements
• Collate data on clients, enquiries, conversions and website activity
• Present monthly report to General Manager for Hospitality, analyzing past performance and proposing future activities and direction

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree and a Diploma in Sales and Marketing membership of the CIM will be of added advantage.
• Previous marketing experience in a restaurant, hospitality, or retail environment.
• High level of computer application skills.
• Posses a very good understanding of the local hospitality and tourism industry.

Required Minimum:

Preferred: Experience working in Hospitality or Travel agency environment

If you meet our requirements apply with confidence through: Careers@monarch.co.ke

Attaching your Curriculum Vitae with three referees, telephone contacts and expected salary so as to be received latest by close of business on Friday the 6th August 2010.

Property Valuer

Experience

• At least 2 years in a busy valuation environment

Qualification

• BA Land Economics

Application deadline is on Friday, 6th August, 2010

Apply to:

DN.A/686
P.O. Box 49010 – 00100
Nairobi

IFAD - Portfolio Adviser

IFAD is an international financial institution and a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas in developing countries.

It does so by financing programmes and projects that increase agricultural productivity and raise rural incomes, and by advocating at the local, national and international level for policies that enable poor rural people to overcome poverty.

IFAD is looking for a Portfolio Adviser, grade P-5.

The successful candidate, based in Nairobi, will work under the strategic, policy and management guidance of the Director, Eastern and Southern Africa Division and work as pan of a regional team with the Regional Economist, Financial Management Officer, Knowledge Management Officer and Country Programme Managers.

The Portfolio Adviser will be the interface between Nairobi- and Rome-based staff, playing a pivotal role in implementing the new operating model approach to ensure effective country programmes, project design and supervision/implementation support, and knowledge management, innovation, policy dialogue and partnerships.

For detailed information, visit our website www.ifad.org/job

Send your application to vacancy@ifad.org by 11 August 2010.

Australian High Commission, Nairobi Property Officer Vacancy

The Australian High Commission is seeking applications from suitably experienced, motivated and organised  individuals for the positions of Property Officer at its busy mission

Duties

Property Management services for a portfolio of 10 properties including:

• Deliver works program/s: including planning, scoping, procuring and carrying-out adhoc repairs and maintenance and programmed works under various budgets;
• Manage Lease issues: including procurement, renewal and termination; managing the workflow processes involved and managing the lessee/lessor relationship during the term of the lease including disputes, responsibilities and obligations of the lessor/lessee under the terms of the lease;
• Manage Vehicle fleet and transport related services including:
• Supervision of and allocation of tasks to Drivers and vehicle maintenance programs;
• Administrative tasks: undertake a broad range duties related to works program, lease issues, stationary/equipment stores, financial management and vehicle fleet under departmental guidelines and legislation;

Other skills:

• IT skills – This position also job-shares the role of Local Area Network Administrator (LANA)
• Driving skills – In the absence of drivers, act as back-up driver. Ths position requires a valid ‘clean’ Kenyan driving licence.

Selection Criteria

1. As a member of a small team, has the ability to make sound judgements under limited supervision, which assist in producing outcomes of position duties. Demonstrated experience in property management, vehicle management and general administration.
2. Demonstrated ability to undertake new task quickly, adapt to different environments and respond to challenges. Ability to plan and organise priorities to meet tight deadlines.
3. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including an ability to assist in liaison, negotiation and consultation. Strong interpersonal skills and ability tot build productive working relationships.
4. IT skills: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot desktop and server operating system issues. Good understanding of Microsoft networking protocols, knowledge of application packaging and deployment, and problem solving of  installation issue. Ability to provide helpdesk support to clients on the use of IT to meet their needs. Related experience and/or tertiary qualifications are highly desirable.
5. Driving skills: Demonstrated ability to drive safely, to prevailing road conditions. Excellent knowledge of Nairobi environs.

Salary

• This position is at the Mission Locally Engaged Level 6 (Kes99,910 – 138,043) monthly depending on skills and experience. This is a two-year contract position with an option to extend and subject to our Locally Engaged Staff conditions of service.

Applications close on 23 June 2010

Applications must address the selection criteria (1-5) in no more than 5 pages; provide a current resume; provide list of referees with current contact details. Applications that do not meet these specifications will not be considered. Only shortlist applicants will be contacted.

Applications should be addressed to

First Secretary & Consul
Ref: Property Officer Position
PO Box 39341 – 00623 Nairobi
Or delivered by hand
Riverside Drive (400 metres off Chiromo Road)

Reata Serviced Apartments Nairobi Jobs

Are you a high calibre individual?

A high end boutique apartment complex is looking to fill the following positions:

Manager – with good experience in hospitality industry, self driven, results oriented, motivator, consistent in maintaining high standards, POS knowledge, well versed in accommodation and F&B management. Age btw 30-40 yrs

Head cook and cooks - Young and vibrant, organized and good planner, conversant with fine dining and ala carte
menu, experience from busy outlets, good in controls, and creative. Age btw 25-33 yrs

Servers/Baristas/Barman/Room stewards - Good training background, confident and good communication skills,
pleasant and efficient. Age btw 20-30 yrs

Send or Drop Applications to

The Manager,

Reata Serviced Apartments,

Ralph Bunche Road, Nairobi

A: P.O.Box 540-0062 1, Nairobi, Kenya

E: info@reata.co.ke

General Insurance Company Vacancies in Nairpobi

A medium sized general insurance company in Nairobi requires:

Underwriting/Claims Assistant

Eligibility:

• KCSE/GCE O’Level, AIIK Desirable.
• Experience will be an added advantage.

Property Management Assistant

Education Qualification:

• Degree/ Diploma holder.
• Experience will be an added advantage.

Please apply within 10 days by email to: oi552010@gmail.com

Real Estates Jobs in Kenya

Property Management Assistant
(Male/Female)

To deal with day-to-day property management in various locations. Need to have at least a diploma in business management or equivalent in addition to a pleasant personality, fluent in English, previous experience is added advantage.

Salary negotiable.

Administration Assistant cum Secretary

Diploma in business secretarial, management or Administration, computer proficiency e.t.c.

2 years experience.

Salary negotiable

Send your CV to:

The H.R Manager.
Seb Estates Ltd
P.O Box 1717-00100
Anniversary Towers, 14th floor
University Way Nairobi
Email: info @ sebestates.com

Property Manager

A fast growing company is looking for a highly motivated, self starter as a Property Manager for various properties and acquisitions.

The person should have at least 3 years of hands on experience in leasing, marketing, property management, a university degree with demonstrable record of tangible results and excellent communication skills.

Send detailed CV with a covering letter to ghulam.panjwani @ socialcapital.co.ke by COB 9th April 2010.

Ministry of Lands Jobs - Public Service Commission of Kenya

Deputy Director of Land Adjudication and Settlement
One (1) Post
(Department of Land Adjudication and Settlement)
V/No.96/2010

Basic Salary Scale:Ksh.94,235 – Ksh.120,270 p.m.
(Job Group ‘R’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served for at least eighteen (18) years in the field of Land Adjudication and Settlement, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director of Land Adjudication and Settlement, Job Group ‘P’ or above in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or any other Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• high degree of professional competence, administrative capacity and leadership qualities required for effective planning, directing, controlling and coordinating of Land Adjudication and Settlement issues; and
• a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Adjudication and Settlement policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level may be called upon to deputize the Head of Department.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

• reviewing and appraising Land Adjudication projects in the country;
• dealing with Parliamentary questions on Land Adjudication matters; and
• staff welfare, training and development.

Senior Assistant Commissioner of Lands (Land Registration)
Two (2) Posts
(Department of Lands)
V/No.97/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.77,527 – Ksh.98,947 p.m.
(Job Group ‘Q’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served for at least fifteen (15) years in the field of Land Registration, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Principal Land Registration Officer, Job Group ‘N’ or above in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university;
• a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• a Certificate of admission to the Roll of Advocates of the High Court of Kenya;
• a valid practicing certificate from the Law Society of Kenya;
• thorough knowledge of the Registered Land Act Cap.300 and other related land statutes and regulations;
• demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability in work performance; and
• a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Registration policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• assisting the Deputy Commissioner of Lands (Land Registration) in ensuring effective administration of the Registered Land Act Cap.300;
• directing and supervising other officers working in Land Registries or Legal Sections within the Ministry; and
• coordinating staff training programmes for Land Registration personnel.

Senior Assistant Director of Surveys
One (1) Post
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.98/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.77,527 – Ksh.98,947 p.m.
(Job Group ‘Q’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• have served for at least fifteen (15) years in the field of Land Surveying, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Senior Superintending Land Surveyor, Job Group ‘N’ or above in the Public Service;
• have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Surveying and Photogrammentry, Geomatics Engineering, Geospatial and Space Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university; OR a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Physics, Mathematics, Geography or cognate subjects plus a Post-Graduate Diploma in Land Surveying or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• have demonstrated high standards of professional competence and administrative ability required for effective planning, controlling and coordinating activities at this level;
• be registered as a full member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (Land Surveyors Chapter);
• have high skills in policy analysis, interpretation and formulation; and
• have a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Surveying policies and programmes.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibility at this level will include:

• administering and managing the activities of the division;
• monitoring and evaluating survey and mapping activities of the division;
• being the Secretary to the Standing committee on Geographical names;
• reviewing policy on surveying and mapping within the division; and
• supervising, guiding and counselling, welfare, training and developing staff in the division .

Assistant Commissioner of Lands (Land Administration)
Three (3) Posts (Department of Lands)
V/No.99/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• have served for at least twelve (12) years in the field of Land Administration, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Chief Land Administration Officer, Job Group ‘M’ or above in the Public Service;
• have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Economics, Law, Geography plus a Diploma in either Estate Agency Property Management, Economics or Agricultural Economics;
• be conversant with the relevant laws pertaining to land matters;
• have computer application skills;
• have demonstrated ability and competence in handling Land administrative matters; and
• have a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and ability to translate them into Land Administration policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

• coordinating Land Registration programmes;
• carrying out major investigations involving complex land registration issues; and
• training and supervising staff working under him/her.

Assistant Commissioner of Lands (Land Registration)
Three (3) Posts (Department of Lands)
V/No.100/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served for at least twelve (12) years in the field of Land Registration, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Chief Land Registration Officer, Job Group ‘M’ or above in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university;
• a Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• a Certificate of admission to the Roll of advocates of the High Court of Kenya;
• a valid practicing certificate from the Law Society of Kenya;
• thorough knowledge of the Registered Land Act Cap 300 and related regulations and legislations;
• demonstrated professional competence and capability for managing, directing and coordinating Land Registration programmes effectively; and
• a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Registration policies and programmes.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• coordinating Land Registration programmes;
• carrying out major investigations involving complex land registration issues; and
• training and supervising staff working under him/her.

Assistant Director of Surveys
Seven (7) Posts
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.101/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• have served for at least twelve (12) years in the field of Land Surveying, three (3 of which should have been in the grade of Superintendent Land Surveyor, Job Group ‘M’ or above in the Public Service;
• have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Surveying and Photogrammetry, Geomatics Engineering, Geospatial and Space Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university; OR a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Physics, Mathematics, Geography, or cognate subjects plus a Post-Graduate Diploma in Land Surveying or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university/institution;
• be registered as a full member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (Land Surveyors Chapter);
• have demonstrated administrative ability and professional competence required at this level; and
• have a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Surveying policies and programmes.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this will include:

• directing and coordinating administrative and technical operations of the division;
• monitoring and evaluating surveying activities;
• executing geodetic, hydrographic, title, topographical, engineering and international boundary survey and mapping;
• improving techniques in surveying and mapping including land information systems, computer methods and space techniques;
• standardization, calibration and maintenance of surveying and mapping equipment; and
• preparing reports and technical publications.

Assistant Director of Physical Planning
Four (4) Posts
(Department of Physical Planning)
V/No.102/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• have served for at least twelve (12) years in the field of Physical Planning, three (3) of which should been in the grade of Chief Physical Planner, Job Group ‘M’ or above in the Public Service;
• have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Regional Planning, Physical Planning, Urban Planning from a recognized university;
• have a Certificate of membership to a professional body recognized by the Physical Planners Registration Board;
• have proven administrative ability and professional competence;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• have a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Physical Planning policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• coordinating and directing major activities in the specific field of urban or regional planning;
• coordinating physical economic planning in conjunction with the Ministry of Planning and National Development;
• ensuring production of topographical information maps and aerial photographs;
• guiding on initiation of policy, strategies, standards and programmes;
• directing and supervising research;
• liaising with other institutions on research planning activities and physical planning policy related surveys;
• controlling and coordinating all relevant planning activities within a province and taking responsibility for performance of both professional and administrative staff in the province or a section at the Department headquarters;
• being a Secretary to the liaison Committee of the Municipality housing the Provincial Headquarters;
• overseeing the enforcement of resolutions of the Committee;
• ensuring proper management control; and
• being responsible for supervising, controlling and coordinating all relevant planning activities.

Assistant Director of Land Adjudication and Settlement
One (1) Post
(Department of Lands Adjudication and Settlement)
V/No.103/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served for at least twelve (12) years in the field of Land Adjudication and Settlement, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Chief Land Adjudication Officer, Job Group ‘M’ or above in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or any other Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• demonstrated merit and ability in Land Adjudication matters;
• supervisory and management skills; and
• a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into Land Adjudication and settlement policies and programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• following up programmes, preparing and reviewing Land Adjudication programmes/activities;
• dealing with parliamentary questions on Land Adjudication matters; and
• being responsible for processing and implementing land appeal cases to the Minister.

Senior Principal Lecturer
Two (2) Posts
(Kenya Institute of Surveying and Mapping)
V/No.104/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Principal Lecturer, Job Group `N’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Surveying, Engineering surveying, Geomatics/Geomatic Engineering, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Science, Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science, Economics, Cartography, Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Commerce, Business/Administration, Printing Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
• a Masters degree in any of the above fields;
• a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education or a Training of Trainers (T.O.T.) Certificate of not less than six (6) months or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives and the ability to translate them into lecturing policies and programmes.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be deployed to head a Department or a large section.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• lecturing in the area of specialization;
• designing and preparing training materials and learning aids;
• developing curriculum and syllabus;
• spearheading the formulation of research programmes;
• undertaking consultancy work;
• planning, coordinating, monitoring implementing, evaluating; and reviewing training programmes; and
• supervising, training, developing, guiding and counseling staff working under him/her.

Principal Survey Assistant
Two (2) Posts
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.105/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• have served in the grade of Chief Survey Assistant, Job Group `M` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• possess a Higher National Diploma in Land Surveying from the Kenya National Examinations Council or other approved equivalent qualifications; and
• have demonstrated technical competence and administrative ability required for effective performance of duties at this level.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• organizing, controlling and coordinating activities in the division;
• acquiring and controlling stores and equipment; and
• training and developing staff working under him/her.

Principal Survey Records Officer
One (1) Post
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.106/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49,636
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Chief Survey Records Officer, Job Group `M` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Diploma in Archival or Library Studies; and
• demonstrated professional and administrative competence necessary for efficient control and co-ordination of the operations of the Survey Records Office Section.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include; general administration, organization, staff development, supervision and control of operations of the Survey Records Section.

Principal Land Adjudication Officer
Two (2) Posts
(Department of Land Adjudication and Settlement)
V/No.107/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49,636
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Chief Land Adjudication Officer, Job Group `M` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Law, Geography, Land Economics, Sociology or any other Social Sciences from a recognized university; and
• demonstrated competence and ability in handling Land Adjudication matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• registering and coordinating the land adjudication function;
• general administration of Land Adjudication matters in a Province/Region;
• preparing work programmes; and
• monitoring and evaluating work progress.

Principal Settlement Officer
One (1) Post
(Land Adjudication and Settlement)
V/No.108/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Chief Settlement Officer Job Group `M` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Bachelor’s degree in either Geography, Sociology or any other Social Sciences from a recognized university; and
• demonstrated competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• coordinating, planning, implementing, budgeting, evaluating and monitoring of on-going settlement scheme projects including ensuring the provision of infrastructure and amenities;
• conducting feasibility studies for short-term and long range planning in Settlement Schemes; and
• coordinating surveying, plots demarcation, plots allocation, documentation, transfers, title evictions and loans processing and repayments activities within the area of jurisdiction.

Principal Draughtsman
One (1) Post
(Department of Physical Planning)
V/No.109/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49.636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Chief Draughtsman, Job Group ‘M’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Diploma in Building, Cartography, Physical Planning, Electrical/Electronics, Civil, Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; and
• demonstrated high standards of professional competence and overall maintenance of the Drawing Office.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• coordinating and managing all technical drawing services; and
• training and developing staff working under him/her.

Principal Lecturer / Registrar
One (1) Post (Kenya
Institute of Surveying and Mapping)
V/No.110/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.40,835 – Ksh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Senior Lecturer, Job Group `M` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Printing, Computer Science, Business Administration, Statistics, Chemistry, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Printing or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized university;
• a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education or a Training of Trainers (T.O.T.) Certificate of not less than six (6) months or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• lecturing in the areas of specialization;
• designing and preparing training materials and learning aids;
• developing the curriculum and syllabus;
• participating in the formulation of research programmes;
• coordinating training programmes; and
• supervising, advising and counseling the teaching staff.

Chief Cartographic Assistant
One (1) Post
(Department of Survey)
V/No.111/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 –Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• served in the grade of Senior Cartographic Assistant, Job Group `L` for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• a Higher Diploma in Cartography from Kenya National Examinations Council or other approved equivalent qualifications; and
• demonstrated merit and technical competence to carry out cartographic duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• organizing, planning, coordinating, controlling and supervising a number of sections;
• producing various maps;
• certifying that maps are correct before they are published; and
• training and supervising staff working under him/ her.

Chief Photogrammetric Assistant
One (1) Post
(Department of Survey)
V/No.112/2010

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• served in the grade of Senior Photogrammetric Assistant, Job Group ‘L’ for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
• demonstrated technical competence and administrative ability required for effective performance of duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include work planning, organizing, controlling and coordinating sections in the unit to ensure that work is carried out according to the established standards and procedures.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown above.

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications online through one of the Commission’s websiteswww.publicservice.go.ke and www.psckjobs.go.ke OR by completing ONE application form PSC 2 (Revised 2007).

The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.

Please Note

• Serving officers should first register their personal profiles on the Commission’s website before making an application for a job online. Those already registered may edit their profiles if need be.
• Candidates should NOT attach any copies of academic and professional certificates 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.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials during interviews.

Serving officers will 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 29th March, 2010.

Facilities and Transport Manager

Kemri-Wellcome Trust Research

Programme Centre for Geographic Medicine Research - Coast, Kilifi

Vacancy: Facilities and Transport Manager

We are looking to recruit a highly experienced professional for the post of Facilities and Transport Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for facilities/estates, transport, assets and external services management to ensure that the logistics support requirements for the Programme are met.

For full job description and application procedure, please visit our website under the Careers & Training section.

Deadline for applications: 31st March, 2010

www.kemri-wellcome.org

Sameer Africa Limited Jobs: Security Supervisor

Sameer Africa Limited, a leading tyre solutions provider with offices in industrial Area Nairobi, has exciting opportunities for talented, dynamic, results driven individuals to fill the following positions:-

Facilities Supervisor

Main Purpose of the Role

Responsible for the implementation of all approved facilities projects as per the set standards and regulations.

Among others, key accountabilities will include:-

• Ensuring timely implementation of all new approved facilities projects to specifications and standards
• Arrange for general maintenance of office equipment, fixtures and fittings as necessary
• Ensuring that effective and appropriate Health and Safety policies and procedures are in place which meet legal requirements, best practice and organizational objectives
• Investigate and respond accordingly to any reports of faults, breakdowns to office equipment and or premises and ensure that repairs are carried out as per the laid down guidelines
• Coordinating renovations, office moves and maintenance of the existing facilities and infrastructure
• Setting specifications for facilities materials and services
• Maintaining records of all facilities and tools/implements
• Carrying out regular inspections/checks on company facilities and recommending any actions
• Advising the company of all legal and technical changes that may affect the Company’s facilities

Key Deliverables

• Timely completion of projects
• Optimizing facilities costs

Knowledge, Skills and experience

• Diploma in Mechanical / Civil engineering from a recognized institution
• Project management
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in managing third party service providers
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a commercial environment

Interested candidates should forward their applications and detailed CV’s via our website www.sameerafrica.com by selecting vacancy.

Please ensure you indicate your telephone contacts, and names and contacts of three referees, one of which should be current or a previous employer, to reach us by 10th February, 2010.

The Head of Human Resources
Sameer Africa Limited
P.O. Box 30429- 00100
Nairobi

Or through e-mail: hr @ sameerafrica.com