Braeburn Schools Ltd - September 2012 Teaching Vacancies

The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 4 of which are CIS accredited and 2 of which are members of IAPS.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:
Deputy Heads: Academic & Pastoral; Primary Department Heads in: Boys PE, Literacy, Drama, ICT & Art; Early Years Coordinator; SENCO/Personalised Learning Coordinator (EY-KS5); Primary Class Teacher; Specialist Teachers in: Mathematics, Girls PE, Biology, English & French

Starting Date for all positions: August 2012

Closing Date for applications: 21 February 2012

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools.

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Assistant to the Directors of Education
Email: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
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Private Safaris - Senior Tour Consultant Job in Kenya

Private Safaris (E.A.) Ltd. is part of Kuoni Travel Group. It is one of the leading and most reliable Destination Management Company in East Africa.

With over 50’000 guests per year, Private Safaris leads the way in standards within Eastern Africa.

To strengthen our team, we are now seeking a qualified Senior Tour Consultant to be based in head office, Nairobi.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities will include:

• Making bulk block bookings with all the suppliers in line with the company and clients needs and effectively administer the same with the approval of the Tour manager.
• Making all the reservations and follow ups and enter all the information on tour plan.
• Invoice all the safaris on departure.
• Preparing statistical reports when required and trouble shooting for the safaris on the ground with liaison with the Tour Manager.
• Briefing /debriefing customer service department /drivers guides before and after safaris.
• Maintaining excellent communication with all our suppliers, local and overseas agents.
• Preparing driver guides files and itineraries with all the information and advance requesting of all services included in the programmes.

Minimum Job Specification:

• Degree/diploma in Tour Operations.
• At least 3 years experience in a similar position.
• Service-oriented, resilient, innovative, hands on and attention to details.
• Supervisory skills.
• Communicative work style.
• MS Office knowledge.
• Knowledge of Tour Plan.

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given please submit your application with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, Names of three referees, telephone contact and email address to:

Human Resources Manager
Private Safaris (E.A) Ltd
Mobil Plaza, 2nd Floor
P.O Box 16913, 00620
Muthaiga, Nairobi.

To be received not later than February 22, 2012

Postal Corporation of Kenya - Fleet Assistant Manager, Fleet Officer and Motor Transport Assistants Jobs in Kenya

The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) is a key public communication and financial services provider charged with specific statutory functions that are geared towards rapid social and economic development of our country.

To enable PCK discharge these functions, it has put in place a strategic business plan to ensure efficient delivery of services and improvement of corporate image.

Effective identification and deployment of the human capital is key to the success of our corporate goals and objectives.

In this regard, the following posts are hereby advertised.

Assistant Manager - Fleet

Grade: MG5
Location: Headquarters – Machakos Road
Reporting Relationship: Manager/Facilities Management
Reporting Relationship: Manager - Operations
Supervision: Fleet Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of fleet administrative standards and operating all fleet.
• Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance and Accounts Department.
• Co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
• In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
• Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
• Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
• Ensure efficient deployment of drivers.
• Carry out fleet related risk management such as safety and accident prevention program.
• Co-ordinate motor vehicle maintenance, repair, replacement of parts and disposal.
• Maintain total fleet records and vehicle history files, systemize information on running and maintenance costs and performance, keep log books, avail and ensure correct interpretation and use of repair manuals.
• Organize annual board of survey, arrange for valuation of boarded vehicles with a view of fixing minimum value.

Qualifications & Other Competencies

• B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
• Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Five (5) years hands on experience in the related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
• Must be computer literate..

Fleet Officer

Grade: MG6
Location: Headquarters – Machakos Road
Reporting Relationship: AM/Fleet

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and implementation of fleet policy for over 200 vehicles.
• Preparation of fleet budget for the corporation in terms of recurrent and capital expenditure in liaison with Finance & Accounts department.
• Participate in co-ordinating headquarters and regional fleet maintenance and fuel consumption.
• In consultation with legal department ensure all vehicles are inspected, insured and licensed and accidents reported.
• Ensure security of all official vehicles either bonded or running.
• Preparation of management reports on the performance of the fleet and undertaking physical and technical inspection before a vehicle is recommended for repair.
• Prepare vehicle valuation and inspection reports and make follow up with relevant authorities on cases involving corporation’s vehicle accidents.
• Oversee the usage, storage and servicing of vehicles to ensure efficient and economic utilization.
• Co-ordinate, control of vehicles consumption, costing of maintenance, recording of written – off vehicles and preparation of general statistics on monthly or yearly basis.
• Assessment of drivers competence before employment and deployment.

Qualifications and Other Competencies

• B. Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Automobile option)
• Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Three (3) years hands on experience in the related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player and strong leadership skills and management skills.
• Must be computer literate.

Motor Transport Assistant

Unionisable Grade: UN 8
Responsible to: Fleet Officer
Number of Vacancies: Three (3)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receiving and compiling motor vehicle statistics from the regions for management consumption
• Management of the motor vehicle file registry and maintaining the motor vehicle fleet register and log books
• Ordering of consumable stores, issuing of LPOs for jobs and processing renewals for road licences
• Co-ordination of all fuel cards and their prudent usage, storage to ensure efficient and economic utilization
• Co-ordinate the efficient management and running of the transport in their area of operation
• Compile accident reports and deal with vehicle insurance matters which include renewal of insurance covers and correspondence with the insurance companies on accident cases
• Compile and submit monthly fuel returns to finance
• Arranging for cover notes for newly acquired vehicles and motor bikes
• Co-ordination of costing vehicle maintenance, recording of written off vehicles and general statistics.
• Prepare motor vehicle valuation and/or inspection reports and make follow up with the relevant authorities
• Maintain upto date statistics of all boarded vehicles and be a member of PCK auction Committee on sales of boarded vehicles.

Requirements

• KCE Div. III or mean grade C (plain)
• Diploma in Transport Management and Motor Vehicle Mechanic
• 5 years relevant experience in a busy transport entity.
• Possession of valid driving licence
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Reliable with high level of integrity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of urban set up.

How to Apply

Those who meet the minimum requirements should submit by POST, a written application attached with an updated curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and testimonials to:

The Postmaster General
P. 0. Box 34567
GPO Nairobi 00100

The closing date for receipt of applications is 28th February 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posta is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Date of Expiry: 28th February, 2012

Kenya Medical Association Sacco - Administrative Assistant / Customer Service Officer and Office Assistant Job Vacancies

Kenya Medical Association Sacco ltd is looking for self motivated and hardworking individuals to fill the following positions in the rapidly expanding Sacco;

1. Administrative Assistant / Customer Service Officer

The Administrative Officer shall be answerable to the General Manager and shall be responsible for our busy reception and switch board.

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Maintain records of all incoming and outgoing correspondence in the Sacco and attend to all visitors and customers in a professional manner.
• Maintain a good corporate image of the organization and ensure first class customer service.
• Schedule and maintain the Diary of appointments and meetings and make necessary arrangements for the same.
• Carry out all front office duties as assigned and ensure teamwork with the rest of the office team.
• Assisting in other office duties as shall be assigned by General Manager and or the board from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Public relations and customer care/ co-operative management/secretarial/ front office operations or Business Administration from a reputable institution.
• Computer literate in Microsoft office packages and good typing speed and excellent communication skills.
• At least 3 years working experience in a front office set-up or Administrative Assistant position.
• Aged between 25 – 35 years.

2. Office Assistant

The Office Assistant will report to the Administrative Assistant and shall be responsible for support services in the Sacco offices and other duties as assigned:

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Carry out Cleaning and tiding up of the Sacco offices and facilities as required.
• General support duties for the Sacco as shall arise and assigned in the day to day running of the Sacco.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least K.C.S.E Qualification with a grade of D and above.
• Personal integrity and in possession of a certificate of good conduct.
• Aged 22- 28 years.
• Ability to ride a motor bike and in possession of a valid driving licence.

Only persons who meet the above qualifications and experience are invited to apply to the address below, attaching C.Vs with 3 professional referees, copies of certificates, and a telephone contact and e-mail address.

Please quote your current and expected remuneration in your application.

The General Manager,
Kenya Medical Association Sacco ltd
P.O. Box. 413 -00202
KNH- Nairobi.

E-mail; info@kmasacco.com

So as to be received to be received not later than 22nd February 2012