Recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers into the Kenya Defence Forces

Republic of Kenya
 

Office of the President
 

Ministry of State for Defence

Advertisement for the Recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers into the Kenya Defence Forces

The KDF is pleased to announce to the general public that there will be a recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers. 

Prospective candidates wishing to apply must possess the following relevant requirements.

1. Requirements
 

a. Must be Kenyan citizens.
 

b. Age: Between 18 and 26 years old for GSO Cadets and upto 29 years for Specialist Officers.
 

c. Be physically and medically fit in accordance with the KDF standards.
 

d. Have no criminal record.
 

e. Minimum Height: 5 ft 3 in. (5’3”).
 

f. Minimum Weight:
 

(1) Men - 54.55 Kg (120 lb)
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2) Women - 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
 

g. Women candidates must NOT be pregnant at recruitment and during training.
 

h. Education:
 

(1) General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets
 

A minimum of mean grade B (Plain) in KCSE upto degree level with minimum subject grade of C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and in any one of the Pure Sciences (Physics, Chemistry or Biology).Those aspiring to join KDF as GSO Cadets should note that the initial training period will cover three continuous years leading to a BSC in Military Science on successful completion.

(2) Specialist Officers
 

A minimum of mean grade C+ (Plus) in KCSE and an undergraduate degree from a recognised University/Institution. 

Must be registered with the relevant statutory body, where applicable.
 

(a) Experience: Minimum of two (2) years’ working experience for Specialist Officers.
 

2. Vacancies
 

a. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets

b. Specialist Officers
 

(1) Medical Officers: Must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBCh.B) degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).
 

(2) Veterinary Officers: Must have a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine degree and be registered with the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB).
 

(3) Telecommunication Engineers: Must have a BSc. in Telecommunication Engineering degree.

(4) Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers: Must have a BSc. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB).
 

(5) Telecommunication and Information Engineers: Must have a BSc. in Telecommunication and Information
Engineering Degree.

(6) Software Developers/Computer Technologists: Must have a BSc. in Computer Science or BSc. in Information Technology or Bachelor of Computer Technology (BCT) or Software Engineering or Computer Engineering degree.
 

(7) GIS Specialists: Must have a BSc. in Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing degree.
 

(8) Communication Skills: Must have a BSc. in Mass Communication and Media Studies degree.
 

(9) Meteorologists: Must have a BSc. in Meteorology degree.
 

3. The initial military training for Specialist Officers will take four months.
 

4. Clear photocopies of genuine and relevant academic certificates and national ID card must be attached to the application and be addressed to the:
 

Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces
(Personnel and Logistics)
Ministry of State for Defence
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
P.O. Box 40668
Nairobi – 00100
 

so as to reach him on or before 22nd July 2012.
 

5. Candidates who will be shortlisted for GSO Cadets / Specialist Officers shall be notified through the print media between 1st Sep – 9th Sep 2012.

Creative Edge Web Designer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Web Designer
 

Job Description

We are looking for a web designer who will bring new skills and a vibrant sense of creativity to our company. 

You will be responsible for designing, building and testing a variety of websites according to our clients’ needs. 

With strict deadlines in mind, you’ll be working closely with the client throughout the design process, taking into consideration the image and branding requirements of the project whilst focusing on the accessibility and functionality of the end product.

Skills/Experience
 

The ideal candidate will need to provide a diverse portfolio of previous projects and demonstrate a clear understanding of all major design platforms and applications. 

In order to flourish in this role, you will need to be flexible and have an eye for detail.

A relevant IT or design degree is desirable.

Software / Applications

• Excellent Knowledge of Adobe creative Suite( Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver)
• Basic understanding of Javascript, JQuery, SQL, HTML, CSS & PHP
• Experience of CMS systems and Animation would be advantageous
• Good overall computer literacy and ability to use various programs

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience.

Contact Person: Edna Kariuki

Deadline: 31st July 2012

Resume to be sent to: jobs@creative.co.ke

Telephone: 020-375063 /020-3744122

Location: Nairobi

Salary; Negotiable

Clearing & Forwarding Manager and Credit Controller Jobs in Mombasa Kenya

A highly reputable Clearing, Forwarding & Transport company is looking for:
 

1. Clearing & Forwarding Manager for Mombasa Office

The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient clearing of consignments to reduce delays and costs associated with it. Success in this position will depend to a large extent on the candidate’s ability to organize work, handle queries efficiently and to follow up all matters to a logical conclusion.
 

Qualifications and other requirements

• At least five years experience in a busy and reputed clearing & forwarding firm.
• Fully conversant with KRA, KPA, CFS, KEBS, shipping agents and Bonds procedures and requirements for both local and transit cargo.
• High integrity and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Should be a team player and customer focused.
• Should be computer literate.
• Candidate earning less then Kshs.100,000/- p.m. need not apply.

2. Credit Controller for Mombasa Office
 

The Credit Controller will be responsible for direct supervision of credit and collection of accounts. 

Assist the Management in all phases with regard to proper planning, controlling, monitoring, training and implementing effective work processes. 

Aid management with administrative functions of the department.

Maintain processes and implement procedures as established by management.

Qualifications and other requirements

• CPA (K) or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in commercial invoicing and supervision experience preferred. Experience with clearing, forwarding and transport industry will be preferred.
• Must be computer literate; prefer experience with current AX Dynamics; must have working knowledge of Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel).
• Ability to work with others and possess problem solving skills; must have the capability of reading, understanding and explaining clearing & forwarding remittances.
• Must be knowledgeable of collection procedures for overdue accounts.
• Must be aware of laws and processes regarding debt collection.
• Must be able to communicate well with others.
• Salary and terms will commensurate the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
 

Please apply to:-
 

The Advertiser, 

PO Box 39310 – 00623, 

Nairobi, Kenya.

GOAL South Sudan Nutrition Officer, Enrolled Nursing Officer and Enrolled Community Midwife Job Vacancies

GOAL, an Irish based international humanitarian agency has been delivering both humanitarian and development programmes in South Sudan since 1985. 

Currently GOAL South Sudan is operating in 4 field sites; Twic County, Agok and Sobat and Maban in, Upper Nile State. 

GOAL South Sudan implements public health programmes including curative primary health care, based on the management of 28 primary health clinics; preventative health care including HIV/AIDS messaging, malaria control and hygiene and nutrition promotion. 

GOAL also delivers water and sanitation services and initiatives to improve livelihoods and adult literacy
 

GOAL has the following vacancies in our Maban emergency response programme working in Batil, Doro & Jamam Refugee camps. 

Due to the emergency nature of these roles we require them to filled immediately.

1. Nutrition Officer – Batil, Doro & Jamam refugee Camps - 2 positions
 

2. Enrolled Nursing Officer – Batil Refugees Camp, Maban County
 

3. Enrolled Community Midwife – Batil Refugees Camp Maban County.
 

Send an email to info@ss.goal.ie for a copy of the full job description.
 

To apply, please send a copy of your CV, Credentials and application letter to goaljobs@ss.goal.ie

Tally Accountants, Accounts Assistants, Procurement Officer and Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

1. Tally Accountants

Chief Accountant 

CPA finalist
 

Highly skilled in Tally 9.3
 

Age: between 28-37yrs
 

Good Communication and Presentation Skills
 

Experience: 5 years minimum in manufacturing industry
 

Ability to work under pressure
 

Managing and reporting to GM
 

2. Accounts Assistants 

CPA part 2
 

Highly skilled in Tally 9.3

3. Procurement Officer with Diploma
 

Aged between 28-37 years.
 

Experience: 5 years minimum in manufacturing industry
 

4. Sales Executives 

With Diploma / Degree in Sales & Marketing
 

Good Communication and Presentation Skills
 

Send latest CV & recent photo to availablegoodjobs@gmail.com
.

Commercial Bank of Africa Financial Risk Management Manager Job in Kenya

CBA has a proud heritage as one of East Africa’s leading financial institutions and has for the past 50 years set the standard for personalised service and customer relation excellence.

We attribute our success to the way in which we grow and nurture our talent. By aligning our values of elegance, prestige, comfort and confidence with an ethos of high performance and distinction, our brand promise is realised for both our customers and employees, giving them the opportunity to “get more out of life.”

Manager, Financial Risk Management

Reporting to the Group Head of Risk Management and Compliance, the purpose of this role is to support the Risk Management Function in safeguarding and improving the Bank and Group risk bearing capacity and the efficient use of this capacity through formulating Asset and Liability Management(ALM) policy and guidelines. 

The job includes propagating, monitoring and reporting on compliance with the ALM policy and guidelines.

Main Activities

• Formulate and periodically review the Asset & Liability Management (ALM) Policy and Guidelines for the Group.
• Develop and/or maintain appropriate benchmarks for all financial risks arising in Treasury operations, through implementation of desk/individual trading limits, and adherence to established stop loss, hedging, and mark to market disciplines; monitor and review positions according to specific criteria, and review overall trading activities/policies.
• Develop and maintain financial risk management tools and systems in accordance with best practice standards.
• Analyze currency mismatch positions, and duration mismatch between Assets and Liabilities, and estimate impact of currency and interest rate movement on the Group balance sheet.
• Analyze maturity structure of the Group’s existing Assets and Liabilities in order to evaluate and manage the risk exposures;
• Prepare the Group’s Monthly Liquidity and Market Risk Reports and the accompanying presentation to various Committees.
• Monitor and ensure suitable confirmation of counterparty deals and speedy resolution of any dispute thereof.
• Periodically review functionalities of Front and Back Office systems to ensure integrity and straight through processing of transactions.
• Ensure appropriate identification, measurement, monitoring and reporting of liquidity, market and credit risks.
• Establish and maintain a control framework to ensure compliance with ALM Policies and Guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate relationships with Regulators and Rating Agencies and liaise with internal/external auditors; Propose, execute and manage balance sheet management strategies while assisting in the budget & balance sheet forecasting process.
• Assist with the development of the bank’s funding plan, including modelling alternative funding strategies.
• Prepare and submit monthly ALCO reports, including comprehensive commentary to the ALCO on ALM issues.
• Review and re-calibrate, on at least an annual basis, all behavioral liquidity assumptions and submit updated assumptions to ALCO for approval.
• Review and update all assumptions pertaining to liquidity stress testing and associated contingency plans on at least a quarterly basis.
• Report the outcomes of audit findings to ALCO, Risk and Treasury.
• Ensure the creation and maintenance of records for audit purposes and ensure processes are in line with governance and compliance standards.
• Ensure continuity in the application of set standards, policies and procedures through education and training, and plan ahead for succession and continuity of skills.
• Participate in propagating a risk awareness culture in the Bank.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or its equivalent in Mathematics, Finance, Banking, Economics, Business Administration (with a major in Finance) or similar quantitative disciplines – Upper Second/GPA 3.0.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in banking and/or finance, including at least 3 years in Financial Risk Management or related area.
• ACI Certification or Risk Management certification is desirable.
• Exposure to Treasury Front Office/Back Office and Reuter’s system.
• Experience with MS office and Treasury trading systems.

You can send your resume to jobs@cba.co.ke

Closing Date: 22nd July 2012

Job offers will only be sent to individuals who have applied and have successfully been through our selection process.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not ask individuals to supply funds as part of the recruitment process.

ALS Limited Head of Engineering and Reliability Monitoring Engineer Jobs in Kenya

ALS Ltd is a leading Aviation Company situated at Wilson Airport. 

It provides Aircraft with crew, maintenance and support for various operations within Africa, the Middle East and Offshore Islands and wishes to recruit the following:
 

Position scope
 

Reports to the Director of Maintenance (AOC)
 

1. Head of Engineering

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely receipt and processing of all Airworthiness data;
• Liaison with manufacturers/suppliers on Technical problems;
• The control over the approved Maintenance planning;
• Upkeep of the fleet Reliability Monitoring System;
• Responsible for upkeep and archiving of the Technical Records.

Minimum Qualification

• Engineering Degree from a reputable University/Licensed Engineer with at least 5 years experience in the field as required in the duties and responsibilities.

Personal Attributes

• Self motivated disciplined individual with lots of initiative.

2. Reliability Monitoring Engineer
 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and upkeep of a fleet reliability monitoring system in accordance with FAA AC120-17A;
• Collection and analyzing of the data and the generation of Reliability Reports.

Minimum Qualification

• Engineering degree from a reputable University/Licensed Engineer with at least 1 year experience in Reliability monitoring.

Personal Attributes

• Self motivated energetic disciplined person with lots of initiative

Applications
 

If you meet the requirements of the above position and you are looking for an exciting career, please send your application letter accompanied by copies of certificates and testimonials and a comprehensive CV to either of the following addresses:-
 

Human Resources Manager
ALS Limited, 

P.O Box 41937 – 00100 

Nairobi
 

E-mail address: hr@als.co.ke
 

So as to reach not later than 21st July 2012