Egerton University - Managing Director (Egerton University Investment Company), Estates Manager and Senior Electrician Jobs

Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor
 

(Administration & Finance)

Vacancies 

1. Managing Director, Egerton University Investment Company Limited

Ref: 1 Post

Ref: EU/AF/2012 –  0968

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce or Economics and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from a recognized institution.  In addition, the applicant must have at least five (5) years experience in managing a business company or an organization, three (3) of which must have been at a Senior Management level.

Responsibilities: The incumbent will be in charge of coordination and management of all Income Generating enterprises of the University.  

This is a Senior Management position requiring an individual who is dynamic, focused, self-driven, and honest and with capacity to generate and implement sound business plans on behalf of the University and deliver within set targets and timelines.  

He/She shall prepare quarterly and annual reports to the Company Board of Directors of Egerton University Investment Company and/or University Management Board.

Terms and Conditions of service

Terms and conditions of service are:

The successful applicant will be hired on a five (5) year contract renewable on basis of annual performance appraisal.
 

A consolidated salary of  Kshs.250,000/= per month
 

25% gratuity will be paid at the expiry of the contract.

2. Estates Manager 

Grade 13

1 Post

Ref: EU/AF/2012 - 0969

Applicants must be Kenyan citizens with at least a Bachelors degree in either Land Economics, Architecture, Construction Management or Engineering.  

Possession of a Masters Degree in Facilities management or related field will be an added advantage.  

In addition they must be registered with relevant registration Board of Estates Managers, Architects, Quantity Surveyors or Facility Manager or Engineers.  

They must have a minimum of 10 years work experience, five (5) of them at a senior level in an organization with a large asset portfolio.  

This is a senior position and requires a result oriented person with excellent interpersonal communication skills, high integrity and computer literacy.  

The successful candidate will report to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance) and will be required to maintain a register of all university property including furniture and general fixtures, coordinate the maintenance and repairs of university buildings, grounds, plant and equipment including the management of service contracts, handle land administration matters including lease preparation, extensions and payment of land taxes and effective supervision of a sizeable work force.

Terms and Conditions of service

Terms and conditions of service are:

Permanent and pensionable terms after successful probation of 6 months.
 

Basic salary of Kshs.69,840 x 2012 – 73,864 x 2507 – 81,385 x 2774 – 92,481 per month.
 

House Allowance Kshs.51,600 per month

3. Senior Electrician II 

Grade 5 

3 Posts           

Ref: EU/AF/2012 – 0970

Applicants must be Kenyan citizens with at least Craft Certificate / Diploma in Electrical Installation from a recognized institution. 

They must have at least three (3) years experience in installation of wiring in new buildings, repair and service of all electrical machines, inspection of distribution boxes for safety purposes and general maintenance of electricity supply in buildings.

Terms and Conditions of Service

The appointment will be for a three (3) year period.
 

Basic salary of Kshs.13,874 x 500 – 16,874 x 600 – 19,874 per month.
 

House Allowance Kshs.15,480 per month.

Application Procedure

Applications two (2 copies of each document) giving full details of age, marital status, education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be present or previous employer should be addressed to:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor
(Administration & Finance)
P. O. Box 536 - 20115
Egerton

So as to reach him not later than 24th September, 2012.  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Career Development Consultant

Career Development Consultant

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in either or both areas of Human Resources and Social and Community work, focused on case management, life-coaching, strategic employer relations and Job Development.

The CDC will be responsible for counseling clients in different programs. 

They will assist in the development and implementation of a Work Employment Action Plan for the clients using a case management model. 

The CDC will also consult with and provide documentation and support to referral sources and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. 

In addition, they will prepare clients for employment through the facilitation of workshops, and the outreach and sourcing of potential employers to secure employment opportunities.

The successful candidate will have a proven record of marketing strategies to attract employers as well as job coaching skills for their client base.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts an employment assessment with each client including needs and risk assessment, an implementation plan, and follow-up as it relates to employment goals
• Consult with employers to promote Goodwill’s transitional employment program and to find employment, placement and training opportunities that exist within a given organization
• Continually monitors trends in the workplace
• Aid clients in the development of appropriate work habits, behaviors, and attitudes suitable for the workplace
• Continuous research and outreach to employers and community organizations
• Ensures that employer contracts and employee training development plans are established
• Assist with pre-employment and job maintenance issues such as interview preparation and conflict resolution in the workplace
• Determine and assess clients who require job coaching and or continuous support throughout their employment in the broader labour market
• Facilitates, develops, and evaluates group/individual training regarding pre-employment and job maintenance issues. Provides quality assurance regarding assigned tasks to ensure compliance with program standards

Career Development Consultant

Job Description

• Provides documentation and maintains confidential data, in accordance with the Laws of Kenya
• Participates in the compilation of internal and external reports and statistical data
• Models appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision, and Values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship building behaviours with staff and clients.

Represents Janta in a professional manner

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary diploma or degree in Social Work, Human Resources, Education, Adult Education, Psychology, Career & Work Counseling, or a related discipline, coupled with a minimum of two years related experience including sales/marketing, file management, recruitment and job coaching
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills
• Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; with the ability to establish rapport with Janta participants, employers, staff and volunteers
• Varied and relevant work experience and knowledge of community resources, labor market and employment services to individuals facing employment barriers
• Experience in instructing or workshop delivery in an adult educational environment
• Flexibility regarding assigned work hours and location
• Must be a results-oriented individual with the ability to motivate and inspire self and others

Janta Kenya thanks all applicants, but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@jantakenya.com indicating ‘Career Development Consultant’ on the subject.

Closing Date: 14th September, 2012.

Safaricom - BSS Technician

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Regional Operations Departments within the Technology Division. 

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

BSS Technician
 

Ref: TECHOLOGY-BSST-SEP-2012

Reporting to the Senior Regional Network Maintenance Manager, Eastern the holder of the position will maintain the BSS network, perform system upgrades and implement proposed solutions to solve BSS related quality issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Curative and preventive Maintenance of  GSM  networks, PDH and SDH transmission equipment;
• Curative and preventive maintenance of related power supply systems in allocated sites;
• Analyze key performance indicators to identify root cause of network malfunction issues;
• Propose solutions to address quality problems, and follow up with relevant departments until resolution.

Minimum Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in either Electrical, Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent from a reputable institution;
• 1 year telecommunications experience in GSM related field;
• Must be able to work without supervision and meet tight deadlines/schedules;
• Analytical, problem solving skills;
• Proactive & self-motivated;
• 1 year valid Driving License.

Note: This position is located North Eastern Region of Kenya, in Garissa Town. Successful candidates should be ready to relocate.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Monday 17th September, 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
 

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

Safaricom - Senior Engineer - Transmission Configuration & Support

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Regional Operations Department within the Technology Division. 

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Senior Engineer - Transmission Configuration & Support
 

Ref: TECHNOLOGY_SETCS__SEP _2012

Reporting to the Senior Manager: Configuration & Support, the position holder will be responsible for 

• Troubleshooting and Resolution of faults & failures in the access transmission network;  
• Providing technical assistance to field engineer in fault resolution process; 
• Providing long term transmission system configuration and support ; 
• Providing second line to transmission system faults escalated from first line maintenance; 
• Follow up with the vendors of the transmission equipment for resolution of escalated faults; 
• Perform transmission upgrades and major network configuration changes and developing tools for automation and speed up the support processes

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

• Maintain high transmission systems availability to support customer traffic
• Ensuring transmission operational availability to support customer traffic and better user experience
• Resolution of faults escalated from 1st Line maintenance teams within SLAs.
• Ensuring all newly integrated equipment follow & adhere to the laid down acceptance criteria
• Perform configuration and cross-connection changes on Network elements & S/W upgrades to meet network KPIs
• Analyze network KPIs, logs and warnings and initiate corrective measures to resolve complaints and faults.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• University degree in Electrical &  Communications/Electronics engineering;
• 3 years working experience in Telecommunications with at least 2 years experience with a busy mobile Operator;
• Good working practical knowledge & understanding of transmission systems (TDM, Hybrid & IP).
• Good working knowledge of UNIX, Linux, Windows, Oracle and SQL based database systems.
• Solid understanding in IP with  an industry certification
• Project Management certification will be an added advantage
• Good working   knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Analytical & problem solving skills when handling faults.
• Must be able to work without supervision & meet tight deadlines/schedules.
• Presentation skills required occasionally when initiating the use of new procedures & long-term Network fault solutions. 
• Proactive & self-motivated
• Good public relations, communication & interpersonal skills when coordinating with contractor /other departments & suppliers.

Note: This position is located Western Region of Kenya and the offices are based in Kisumu - Kiboswa area.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Tuesday 18th September, 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
 

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke