Commission Secretary Job in Kenya - National Land Commission

Commission Secretary

The National Land Commission was established under Article 67 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. 

Its functions and powers amongst others, include:
 

(a) managing public land on behalf of the national and county governments;
 

(b) recommending a national land policy to the national government;
 

(c) advising the national government on a comprehensive programme for the registration of title to land throughout Kenya;
 

(d) conducting research related to land and the use of natural resources, and making recommendations to appropriate authorities;
 

(e) initiating investigations, on its own initiative or on a complaint, into present or historical land injustices, and recommending appropriate redress;
 

(f) encouraging the application of traditional dispute resolution mechanisms in land conflicts;
 

(g) assessing tax on land and premiums on immovable property in any area designated by law;
 

(h) monitoring and having oversight responsibilities over land use planning throughout the country;
 

(i) alienating public land on behalf of, and with the consent of the National and County Governments;
 

(j) monitoring the registration of all rights and interests in land;
 

(k) ensuring that public land and land under the management of designated state agencies are sustainably managed for their intended purpose and for future generations;
 

(l) developing and maintaining an effective land information management system at national and county levels;
 

(m) managing and administering all unregistered trust land and unregistered community land on behalf of the county government; and
 

(n) developing and encouraging alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in land dispute handling and management.
 

Pursuant to the provision of Article 250 (12) of the constitution, the Commission invites application from suitably qualified persons for the position of Commission Secretary.

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Commission Secretary shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission and head of the  Secretariat, and shall be responsible to the Commission. 

Specific duties and responsibilities will include:
 

(i) being the accounting officer of the Commission and shall be responsible to the Commission for:
 

(a) all income and expenditure of the Commission,
 

(b) all assets and the discharge of all liabilities of the Commission; and
 

(c) preparation and submission of the Commission’s annual plans, programmes and estimates of revenue and expenditure of the Commission in every financial year.
 

(ii) execution of the decisions of the Commission;
 

(iii) day to day administration and management of the affairs of the commission including development and welfare of staff;
 

(iv) ensuring staff compliance with public service values, principles and high levels of ethical standards;
 

(v) being custodian of the Commission’s records;
 

(vi) providing strategic leadership to facilitate effective delivery of commission’s mandate; and
 

(vii) performing any other duties as assigned by the Commission or any other written law.
 

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
 

(a) be a citizen of Kenya;
 

(b) hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
 

(c) has had at least five years experience at senior management level;
 

(d) has knowledge and experience in any one of the following fields:–
 

(i) public administration;
 

(ii) finance and accounting;
 

(iii) law;
 

(iv) economics;
 

(v) management;
 

(vi) land and natural resources; or
 

(vii) any other relevant field; and
 

(e) meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
 

Duration of service: The secretary shall hold office for a term of five years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further term of five years.

Important Information to all Candidates:
 

(i) All candidates are required to submit, on application, clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) and the relevant professional body(ies).

(ii) Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

(iii) Shortlisted Candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates and Testimonials.

How to apply
 

Interested and qualified persons should submit applications to:
 

The Chairman
National Land Commission
1st Ngong Road
Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P. O. Box 44417-00100
Nairobi
 

All applications should reach the Commission three (3) weeks from the date of advertisement or earlier.
 

Muhammad Abdalla Swazuri PhD, O.G.W.
Chairperson
National Land Commission.

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Kuehne + Nagel Ltd Key Account Supervisor and Warehouse Clerks Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Kuehne + Nagel Ltd is one of the world’s leading logistics group with about 63,000 employees stationed at over 1000 locations in over 100 countries worldwide and are skilled in all forms of global transport by sea, air, overland and in providing high quality integrated logistics services. 

Kuehne + Nagel is headquartered in Schindellegi, Switzerland.
 

Kuehne + Nagel seeks to recruit highly competent and self-driven individuals to fill in the following positions in our Nairobi Warehouse Department:
 

Key Account Supervisor
 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain close communication with client and Kuehne + Nagel’s operations team to ensure uniform understanding of customer expectations relative to operational solutions, timeline, costs and results.
• Offer one stop solution for all contract and operational matters.
• Retain customer business and improve contractual conditions leading to increased profitability (risk reduction, price increase, pricing for additional services, billing methods etc.)
• Drive proactive continuous improvement process

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Degree in Business Management/Logistics.
• 3 years proven experience in management of a busy FMCG warehouse.
• Experience in use of a warehouse management system.
• Experience in management of customs bonded warehouses.
• Must be computer literate and with basic Accounting knowledge.
• Current managerial position with customer account management responsibilities.
• Project management skills are an added advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively handle additional responsibilities without adversely affecting the core roles and responsibilities.

Warehouse Clerks
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Logistics / Supplies management
• Secondary education with mean grade of C+
• Good communication skill in both spoken and written
• Experience in use of warehouse management system will be a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience in inventory control and warehouse activities

Qualified candidates should send their applications including a cover letter complete with a detailed updated CV, passport size photograph, certificates and testimonials, three referees with their contacts and your daytime telephone contact to the address below. 

Applications should be addressed to;
 

The Human Resource Manager
Kuehne + Nagel Ltd
P.O. Box 69979
Nairobi, 00400
Kenya

to reach us on or before 28th March 2013. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu Facility Manager, Resident Medical Officer, Dental Surgeon, Pharmacist, Pharmaceutical Technologist, Ophthalmology Nurse and Accounts Clerk Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. 

The hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East Africa which include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi. 

It provides  medical care to the population of western Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex cases.
 

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, ISO 15189:2007 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. 

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to Kisii, Kakamega and Busia Counties. 

The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Facility Manager
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the formulation of short and long term strategies for the Division.

Overseeing the Engineering, Biomedical, and Project Departments, the incumbent will supervise all  operations related to these departments including environmental programmes and safety activities in  compliance with all legal requirements.
 

In addition, s/he will ensure an accessible and safe environment for the patients, visitors and staff in the Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu and its satellite facilities.
 

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with a Masters’ in Business Administration as an added advantage.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the relevant Engineering Body.
• At least 10 years’ experience in all Engineering areas including Electrical, Mechanical and Chemical Engineering and experience in hospital / medical equipment.
• Training and experience in Facility Management will be an added advantage.
• S/he must have excellent technical skills with proven ability to manage a team of professionals.
• Experience in a JCIA accredited hospital is preferred.
• Excellent PR and Communication Skills.

Senior House Officer (Resident Medical Officer)

6 Positions 

Kisumu
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing consultations and quality clinical judgment to patients in Ambulatory and Emergency Medicine.
 

Requirements

• MBBS from a recognized University.
• At least one- year working experience.
• Must be Registered/Licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Competency in emergency procedures e.g. ACLS, ATLS etc will be an added advantage.
• Excellent PR and communication skills.
• “Merit Based Career Progression Guaranteed”

Dental Surgeon
 

1 Position Busia
 

1 Position Kakamega
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The success candidate will be expected to set up and competently manage dental services in the Medical
Centre at Kakamega in accordance with our quality policy which emphasizes continuous improvement of service to meet and exceed customer expectation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized University.
• Registration by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
• Current practicing License.
• At least two years experience after completing internship preferably in a hospital setting.
• Pleasant personality, team player.

Pharmacist
 

Overall Responsibilities
 

To provide leadership in the management, use and control of pharmaceuticals in the hospital and to work with all stakeholders (doctors, nurses) in ensuring efficient, ethical and safe application of pharmacotherapy in patient management.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• Registration Certificate and Practice License from Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• At least one year working experience in a busy hospital setup.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite will be an added advantage.

Pharmaceutical Technologist
 

Overall Responsibilities
 

To provide quality Pharmacy services. 

He/she will be expected to be an active member of the health care team in the Medical Centre.

Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from KMTC or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered and licensed by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
• At least one year working experience in a busy pharmacy.
• Knowledge of computer packages will be an added advantage.

Ophthalmology Nurse
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining high standards of professional nursing care by planning, organizing, and providing nursing care services in the Eye Clinic while ensuring consistent provision of efficient and ethical care to achieve quality nursing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage patients.
• Provide Nursing Care based on laid guidelines.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are in place for safe patient care.
• To support delivery of high quality Nursing Care.
• Participate in Continuous Nursing Education.
• Keep inventory and maintain stock levels of all equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse KRCHN/BsN will be an added advantage.
• Training in Ophthalmic Nursing.
• BLS / ACLS certificate and other unit specific certification requirements.
• At least two years working experience in an Eye Unit.
• Valid Kenyan nursing practice license.
• Working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System.
• Excellent PR and Communication skills.

Accounts Clerk
 

Overall Responsibilities
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for executing systems, procedures and controls in the entire accounting function covering the accounting policies, procedures and control, manner of record maintenance and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting.
• At least a CPA (II) Sec 4.
• Minimum 2 years work experience.
• Good Interpersonal skills i.e. communication and negotiation skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.

These are challenging positions with an attractive remuneration package.
 

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded by 1st April, 2013 to:
 

The Human Resource Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu
 

E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org
 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.