Hilton - Chief Engineer

Join the most recognizable hotel brand in virtually every region of the world.

From the desks of our award-winning hotels to event planning in exotic locations, there may be a hotel job for you. 

Hilton Worldwide offers a world of opportunities when it comes to employment and career development. 

Your exceptional experience with Hilton Worldwide begins with the exploration of this opportunity.

Chief Engineer 

Job No. OPE01BEJ
Work Location - Hilton Nairobi

Principle Responsibilities & Position Purpose: 

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management of activities within the engineering department, ensuring the standards and objectives of the department are implemented and maintained in equipment operations, staff management and product quality to meet and exceed guest expectations.

Essential Functions:

Specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct the implementation of an effective Trouble Report System, together with other day-to-day work of general maintenance and repairs.
• Ensuring effective work control and productivity measures are maintained while reducing overall costs.
• Assists in assessing the long-term requirements of the hotel e.g. overhaul/rehabilitation programs or renewal/replacement works, etc.
• Assist in the implementation of all company statutory and legal requirements including Fire, Health and Safety, Hygiene, and all local by laws.
• Maintain high standards of day to day repairs, through prompt attention to emergencies and fault requests.
• With the assistance of the Human Resources Manager, source and select engineers for employment.
• Ensure that regular site inspections and condition surveys are carried out.
• Manage staff performance in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualification Standards:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University.
• Experience in electrical and/or mechanical systems is essential.
• Minimum of 4 years as the head of a busy engineering department with a total of 7 years experience.
• Excellent knowledge of electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Must be conversant with the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2007.
• Candidates with experience in Hospitality industry will hold an added advantage.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Excellent grooming standards.
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
• Ability to work under pressure and under own initiative.

Application Process:

Excellent future career opportunities are available within the organization. Compensation and benefits are commensurate with background and experience. 

Interested candidates are invited to apply through: www.hiltonworldwide.com/careers before end of day 23rd October 2012.

Hilton Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Pharmaceutical Technologist

Pharmaceutical Technologist

A pharmacy in Juja is looking for a pharmaceutical technologist.

Overall Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager:
• Effectively manage the dispensing of all drugs and other commodities
• Check and advice on the expiry of the drugs and disposal of the same.
• Ensure proper management of Pharmacy Records.
• Ensure effective stock controls.
• Prepare Comprehensive Monthly report to the Management.
• Perform any other duties which may be assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Pharmaceutical Technology
• Valid registration license (awaiting registration) by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• At least one year working experience in a busy pharmacy.
• Knowledge in sales and marketing and/or accounting will be an added advantage
• State current and expected monthly salary

Applications

Deadline: 20-10-2012
City/Town:Juja
Wage/Salary: Negotiable
Start:Immediately
Duration:Contract
Type:Full-time
How to apply: email resume and cover letter to eapael@gmail.com

KNCHR - Commission Secretary

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles, It is a constitutional commission created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 with the core mandate of furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya. 

The Commission acts as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and provides leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state.
 

The Commission hereby invites applications for the position of Commission Secretary:

Commission Secretary

Ref: HR/CS/12/09/1

Reports To: The Commission Chairperson
 

Location: Head Office
 

Duration: 5 years term and shall be eligible for a further term of five years
 

Salary Range (Gross): Kshs 464,240 — Kshs 673,880

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Chief Executive and head of secretariat.
• Coordinating and supervising the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Commission’s programmatic, financial and institutional plans.
• Enhancing good communication and harmony among the staff, the Commissioners and other stakeholders, including members of the public, government and other public institutions, civil society and international community actors.
• Undertaking transparent, effective and efficient management of personnel including continuous improvement in human resource management policies and systems.
• Ensuring that internal and external audits are carried out and issues are addressed on a timely manner, and ensuring that statutory and related legal requirements are adhered to.
• Performing any other duty as assigned by the Commission.

Minimum Requirements

• Be a Citizen of The Republic of Kenya
• Minimum of a Masters Degree in Social Sciences from a university recognized in Kenya.
• PhD and post graduate qualification in Strategic and project Management, planning, proposal writing, leadership/Administration, governance and human Rights will be an added advantage.
• Fifteen years work Experience with at least five years at top/senior level management position.
• Prior extensive experience in Public Administration.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

Other Attributes

In addition to the above qualifications, the suitable candidate should posses the following skills and attributes;

• Strong Leadership and strategic management skills
• Demonstrable financial management, planning and budgeting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in stressful and demanding environments.

KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer which offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.

If you possess the above qualities for the position, please send your application clearly indicating the position, and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of Certificates and testimonials, email and a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 10th October 2012 to:

Application for Position of Commission Secretary
 

C/o The Chairperson,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1 st Floor
P.O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi
 

Email: recruitments@knchr.org

Nurses academic freelance writers needed urgently

Nurses academic freelance writers needed urgently

Elite Center pro is an established academic freelance writing company.
 

We are looking for graduate nurses who wish to work as freelance writers to start immediately.
 

Our minimum pay is 200/= KES per a 275 words page.

You must be

• A University graduate. Hold Bachelor of Science Nursing
• Willing to work under no supervision.
• Knowledge of the APA, MLA & HARVARD referencing styles an added advantage.
• Fully aware of what PLAGIARISM is and how to avoid it.
• Be in possession of a computer and uninterrupted internet 24 hours 7 days a week.
• Be willing to work on urgent orders daily including the weekends.
• Be able to adhere to strict deadlines and produce high quality papers.
• Be willing to start immediately

If you have the above requirements, send in your cover letter and an updated CV to elitecenterpro@gmail.com
 

Note: Training will be offered to those with no academic writing experience