KTDA Management Services Database Administrator Job in kenya

Database Administrator 

1 Position

The Role

Reporting to the ICT Business Systems Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for setting up database systems and ensuring all systems operate efficiently through database performance tuning and optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring corporate data is backed up regularly, stored effectively, and secured from unauthorized access.
• Administering, Managing, designing, documenting and evaluating database management systems.
• Developing and system codes as and when required by the system or process owners.
• Upgrading and configuring database systems
• Developing and enforcing database administration and user standards and procures.
• Monitoring database performance, database spaces and performing administrative tasks.
• Performing technical, analytical and evaluation tasks of the database driven business systems.
• Configuring hardware and software utilized on database and allowing end users to access management information systems directly by reliable method of connectivity.
• Ensuring generation and maintenance of audit trails for any changes occurring in the sensitive database tables.
• Researching and implementing new database and online technology.
• Evaluating database server integrity and security.
• Ensuring optimal performance of the database system.
• Training and providing technical direction to staff as needed to support internal operations.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies:-

• BSc degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized university
• Certification in Enterprise database management i.e. Oracle, Informix, SQL,MYSQL
• Programming in 4th Generation Language preferably Oracle, Informix, and Delphi
• Administration and maintenance of management information systems
• At least three (3) years experience in Enterprise Database management in a big organization
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 27th June 2012.

The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi

Email: recruitment@ktdateas.com

KTDA Management Services Legal Officer Job in Kenya

Legal Officer 

1 Position

The Role

Reporting to the Manager - Legal and Regulatory Affairs, the successful candidate will be responsible for provision of quality in house advice and legal services to KTDA [H], its subsidiaries and managed factory companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaising with external lawyers to protect the interests of the Group.
• Participating in handling insurance matters as and when required.
• Litigation management including gathering information and evidence on cases involving the Group.
• Providing legal advice, opinions and reports as required.
• Participating in management and company meetings.
• Preparing legal and documents as required.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies:-

• A Bachelors degree in Laws from a recognized university
• Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law)
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least three (3) years experience in litigation and commercial law
• Current practising certificate
• Exposure to any special IT packages
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 27th June 2012.

The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi

Email: recruitment@ktdate

Image Matters Graphic Designer Internship Opportunity in Kenya

Image Matters is a brand consultancy based in Nairobi Kenya. 

We have an opening for an internship for a graphic designer.

Qualifications
 

Diploma or degree in design.
 

Knowledge and good grasp of design software; Abode Photoshop, Indesign,
 

Corel Draw. Knowledge of Wordpress will be an added advantage.

The ideal candidate should
 

1. Be passionate about design with career drive and ambition to grow
 

2. Be able to work as a team and simultaneously be able to work with minimal supervision.
 

3. Be flexible and be able to adhere to deadlines.
 

4. Have an excellent command of English; both written and oral communication skills.

Apply to jobs@imagematters.co.ke.

Innovations for Poverty Action Data Processor Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Data Processor 

Project: Deworm the World (DTW) 

Deadline to Apply: June 26th 2012 

Start Date: ASAP 

Location: Nairobi 

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) Kenya is a branch office of an international nonprofit research organization directed by leading development economists, which seeks to identify and foster innovative approaches to solving development problems. 

Description of Tasks Duties and Responsibilities: 

The Data Processor will be responsible for recording receipt of, entering and making available to programme implementers a variety of data as the School Based Deworming Programme rolls out. 

The Data Processor will be based in Nairobi with the National Programme Team. 

Tasks, Duties, and  Responsibilities:

• Data entry of contact details, attendance sheets and key planning information as this becomes available to the team.
• Expansion and maintenance of the district database to cover all districts in Kenya
• Verification and filing of financial and programmatic returns and documents
• Basic Financial reconciliations
• Communication and follow up with field and district teams on data and financial returns
• Any other administrative duty as required

Qualifications: Academic Qualifications:  

Candidates must have completed secondary schooling. 

It is preferred that candidates have obtained a college diploma or university degree, preferably in sociology, statistics, economics, education, development studies, social sciences, health, or related fields. 

Professional/Technical Skills: 

• Computer knowledge and typing skills required; proficiency with MS Access and Excel essential. 
• Experience managing data preferred.

Other Qualities and Attributes: 

• Most importantly the individual should be quality orientated and meticulous with great attention to detail; well-organized; ability to work independently; promptness with excellent communication skills. 
• Discretion is required as will be working with personal and sensitive data. 
• Candidates must be fluent in Kiswahili and English. 

To apply: 

Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address. 

Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
 

Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, 

or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org ,

or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya. 

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “DATA PROCESSOR.”REF NO: DTW -2012-06-01
 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
 

Disclaimer: 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Data Processor. 

The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. 

Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. 

Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. 

Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. 

Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Research & Design Engineers and Technologists Kenyan Jobs

A new company about to start operations is looking for Research & Design (R&D) Engineers and Technologists to join its team in developing technology based solutions and providing technology based information, both services aimed at improving people's lifestyles. 

R&D engineers will be employed on contract basis while technologists will be deployed on project basis.

Academic Qualifications
 

Must possess at least a diploma in any engineering discipline.

Experience:
 

Research & design Engineers need to have graduated at least not more than 2 years ago or about to graduate while technologists need to have at least 3 years working experience.
 

Attributes of People required

• Excitement/higher energies  for  technology
• Subscribe to Imagination, going for the best, customer centric, professionalism, honesty and integrity as values
• Have self-initiative/drive and desire for success
• Willing to change the norm
• Thinking outside the box
• Dreamers/ can dear to  imagine any solutions
• Knowledge depth-Industry for technologists

If you possess the above requirements, sent your resume to recruitment@viscarcapacity.com. 

Deadline for submission is 31st July 2012.

Construction Company Operators Jobs in Kenya

Our client, a Construction Company wishes to fill the following position urgently;
 

Operators
   
Motor grader operators

Wheel loader operators   

Wheeled excavator/back hoe operators    

Single drum roller operators 

  
Tracked excavator operators   
 

The operators will be responsible to the Operations Manager.
 

Requirements

• License to operate the above equipment
• At least 3 years’ experience in the operation of the equipment
• Valid certificate of good conduct

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs on or before 15th June 2012 to willemgons@gmail.com clearly indicating the position on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bakery & Food Production Job in Kenya

A fast growing cake shop in Nairobi is seeking to recruit experienced men and women in bakery and food production.

(i) He/She must have a Secondary Certificate.
 

(ii) Honest preferably a Christian
 

(iii) Minimum of 1 year experience

Interested candidates should send there application letters and curriculum  vitae to noreeff.bakery.1@gmail.com so as to reach us on or before 19th June,2012 or
 

Contact 0721722966 for more details.