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A medium sized company specializing in manufacture of kitchens, wardrobes and cabinetry with a staff of 140, requires an experienced manager to maintain overall time management for all the companies operations.

Once work is brought in by the marketing department, the operations manager shall have overall responsibility for ensuring all the processes leading up to successful completion of the job are done on time:

1. Writing formal contract
2. Materials procurement
3. Manufacturing
4. Delivery
5. Installation
6. Responding to contractual correspondence.
7. Billing and collections
8. Resource allocation for both Factory and installation.
9. Overall project management

On property development, the candidate shall be responsible for:

• Putting team of consultants together
• Obtaining approvals for building plans.
• Engaging contractor
• Overall project management to completion.

The candidate should have the following attributes.

•  Experience in construction or manufacturing supervision in a medium to large operation.
• Experience in project management
• Experience with ERP systems e.g Sage or Sap.
• Degree in Architecture, project management, engineering or a related technical field.
• Track record of financial ability for billing and overall profit / loss responsibility.

An attractive package including profit share shall be offered to the successful candidate + on achievement of targets.

Other benefits shall include medical insurance and a company car or allowance to use their own car.

All those who are qualified and interested in the position are required to send in their cover letter and resume to apply@kenyajobsconnection.com before 20th of January 2012.

A well-established architectural firm seeks to recruit registered or registerable architects with a minimum of three (3) years experience.

We are also seeking for trained technicians with a minimum of five (5) years experience.

Interested parties should send their applications, CV’s, summary portfolio, copies of certificates and other relevant testimonials, information on current and expected salary and telephone contact to; -

AAKI Consultants
Architects & Urban Designers
Email: info@aaki.co.ke

So as to reach us not later than Friday 16th September, 2011.

Only short listed persons will be notified.

UAP Holdings is one of the leading Insurance and Financial Services Company in East Africa region, with headquarters in Nairobi, regionally in Uganda and Southern Sudan.

UAP ¡s engaged ¡n development of prime properties ¡n Nairobi and Kampala.

We are looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

Resident Engineer – Kenya / Uganda

The overall responsibilities will include:

• Check and confirm quality of raw materials i.e. sand, aggregate & blocks (concrete). Reject all non-conforming materials and keeping data on suppliers/sources of these materials.
• Witness and ensure that the approved mix of concrete is used including control of water/cement ratio.
• Collect samples of concrete cubes for testing; arrange to witness at random testing of cubes at the laboratory and keep a record of all test results.
• Inspect formwork prior to fixing of reinforcement.
• Preliminary check of reinforcement prior to engineer’s check.
• Witness and supervise concrete casting, vibration and positioning of construction joints. Ensure adequate curing of construction joints.
• Ensure that formwork is struck off at the appropriate time.
• Report any structural problems e.g. honey combing of concrete etc to engineer.

Candidates should have a B.Science in Civil Engineering degree, 15 years experience, be registered with ERB, Uganda and have a current Practising License.

Candidates should have a Bsc Civil Engineering degree, 15 years experience, be registered with ERB and have a current Practising License.

Qualified candidates should provide a certified/signed Curriculum Vitae (with a coloured passport size photo attached) detailing names ofcompanies worked for, projects involved giving years and responsibilities, other relevant skills such as proficiency in computer aided designs and detailing, driving, materials investigations and testing, use of survey equipment etc) and languages proficiency.

Copies of National ID and relevant certificates for achievements described above and a statement that the applicant has not been accused/convicted on criminal and/or fraud charges.

Resident Site Architect – Uganda

The overall responsibilities will include:

• Monitor progress ofthe project in terms ofthe contract programme to ensure timely delivery.
• Co-ordinate the project in totality with the consultant’s information, i.e., Civil, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Quantity Surveying and Landscape with Architecture
• Lead the Resident Consultant team (Civil, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical) in all contractual matters and procedures on the site.
• Monitor and endorse contractual communication to and fro from the site.
• Monitor and endorse site instructions emanating from the consultants, on approval from the Project Architect.
• Ensure timely delivery of information requested by the contractor from the consultants.
• Lead the Resident Consultant team in site supervision
• Lead the post contract design phase of all the disciplines in post contract design changes and design issues from the site that need solution from the project designers;
• Prepare progress reports ofthe project on a monthly and quarterly basis for issue to the client
• Responsible for keeping record of site equipment, issuing of site office equipment and stationery and keeping records of stocks available and advising the Project Manager when additional stocks are required.

Candidates should have Bachelors degree in Architecture, 5 years experience, be registered with ERB, Uganda, holder of driving license, holder of a valid passport, knowledge of Uganda building procedures, knowledge ofthe building bye-laws and of local authority submission procedures, knowledge oftropical world architectural issues is desirable
and have a current practising License.

Clerk of Works – Uganda

The overall responsibilities will include:

• Monitor of materials and workmanship in association with the Project Architect. Notify the Project Architect immediately of materials and/or workmanship and occurrences on the site that could delay the project.
• Ensure that the Contractor maintains a Site Diary as per the contract, and endorse the Site Diary ofthe Contractor on a daily basis.
• Check drawings and specifications for discrepancies and seek the Resident Site Architect’s decision and clarification, particularly prior to commencement of construction.
• Also, ensure that the construction is carried out as per the drawings and specifications, and notify the Resident Site Architect of any variances ¡n construction immediately.
• Supervise tests required if instructed by the Resident Site Architect, and in association with the local engineer of the disciplines such as Civil, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical.
• Monitor, liaise and co-ordinate works with the local Engineers ofother disciplines required, such as Civil, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical.
• Under the direction of the Resident Site Architect check quality assurance as per the contractors approved quality assurance manual and ensure standards of workmanship and materials conform to the specifications in the Contract and the construction drawings.
• Attend all progress/site meetings and co-ordination meetings as required on site
• Monitor the health and safety procedures ofthe Contractor. and notify the Resident Site Architect of any immediate hazards or shortfalls.
• Responsible for co-coordinating the filing of hard copy drawings based on the system set out by the Project Architect, and as per the updated drawing list. To ensure that the drawings that are not in use are properly filed away.
• To programme and carry out snagging of all the buildings in an organized and systematic manner, so that the final snagging time programmed by the Contractor can be met without any delays to the Project. File away the snag list in an organized, systematic manner so that it can be retrieved/reviewed in the future by Resident Site Architect.
• Monitor trades, e.g. installation, concealment, neatness and routing etc. quality assurance and standards of workmanship on finishes.
• Check and verify the Contractor’s time sheets, employees pay sheets and day work sheet for records.
• Prepare a weekly and monthly schedule of works to be undertaken by the Clerk of Works for the approval of the Resident Site Architect and work as per the approved schedule.

Candidates should have Higher Diploma in Construction and 5 years or Ordinary Diploma and 8 years or its equivalent with a minimum of 8 years post qualification experience relevant to Construction supervision and capable of supervising large-scale projects, holder of a valid driving license, holder of valid passport, knowledge of Uganda building procedures, knowledge of standard specifications of materials and workmanship to Building Contracts, knowledge of Factory and Health Acts of the Government of Uganda relevant to the building industry and knowledge of Uganda buildings bye laws and building legislations

Interested candidates should provide a detailed CV, including present position, current remuneration, names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees, copies of professional/educational certificates and send it to:

Group Human Resources Manager,

UAP Holdings Ltd

P.O. Box 43013-00100, Nairobi.

Or email: recruitment@uapkenya.com

Closing date of applications: April 25, 2011

A newly established interior and landscaping company is looking to hire qualified Landscape and Interior Designer to handle the growing demands of the company.

Job Term: Entry level contract
Vacancies: 2

Vacancy Type: Interior and Landscape Designer
Job Location: Embakasi

Posting Date: 31-03-2011
Closing Date: 6-04-2011

Recruitment: Immediately

Job Description:

• To plan, design and supervise major renovations, remodeling and additions.
• Taking client briefs, and assembling client information for design development.
• Participating in design conceptualization process and preparation of all presentation materials.
• To prepare estimates for each design projects
• To leverage industry and business knowledge to create demand and persuade through the development and presentation of compelling designs and purchasing rationales.
• To prepare and implement a departmental plan and business module with the support of a marketing representative to grow the department.
• Prepare production information for projects (working drawings and schedules)
• General project administration and documentation
• Collaborate with the administration team in the upkeep of all reference materials (samples, library)
• Carry out any other supporting duties as required by the company

Education and Experience

• B.A. (Hons) Interior Design, B Landscape Architecture
• 1 years’ relevant work experience
• Should have the following skills:
• Considerable knowledge of the practices and principals of interior design.
• Considerable knowledge of the practices and principals of landscape architecture
• Skill in designing interior alterations, renovations, and implementation of new layouts.
• Have strong business development and client relationship skills
• Considerable knowledge of the preparation of proposals and specifications for interior design work.
• Knowledge of CAD programs

Send your CV and a cover letter to i.edesignvacancy@gmail.com

Qualified candidates will be informed

1. Associate Professor
2. Senior Lecturer
3. Librarian
4. Architect
5. Senior Secretary
6. Senior Assistant Internal Auditor
7. Clinical Officer
8. Nursing Officer
9. Medical Laboratory Technologist
10. Senior Medical Records Technician
11. Cateress/Caterer
12. Head Cook
13. Senior Housekeeper
14. Building Maintenance Officer
15. Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
16. Printing Superintendent
17. Laundry Supervisor

Applications are invited from suitable qualified candidates for the following posts.

Associate Professor

MMU/IST/11/01

Successful candidate must have a PhD in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, management, Marketing, computer Science, software engineering, information systems or information technology plus at least three years of teaching and research experience at an institution of higher learning as a senior lecturer; senior research fellow.

In addition, the candidate must have published at least three papers in refereed journals or at least two university
level books in the applicant’s area of specialization since their last appointment as senior lecturer.

Senior Lecturer

MMU/IST/11/02

Successful candidates must have a PhD in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, management, Marketing, computer Science, software engineering, information systems or information technology plus at least three years of teaching/research at university as a Lecturer/Research fellow and must have published at least three papers in refereed journals or one university level book since her/his last appointment/promotion.

They must demonstrate ability to supervise postgraduate students.

Candidates with a Masters degree may be considered for appointment to this grade provided that they have six years teaching experience at an institution of higher learning as lecturers, have relevant industrial experience, and have published at least 3 articles in refereed journals since the last appointment.

Librarian

MMU/LIB/11/01

Applicants must be holders of a Master degree in library or information sciences. In addition, applicants must have three years post-qualification experience in a university or a large institution.

The successful candidate will be expected to manage and train staff at the university library.

Architect

MMU/ADM/11/01

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in architecture or from a recognized university. They must be registered with the Architects and Quantity Surveyors and have at least three (3) years post qualification experience. They should be familiar with the public tender process and have relevant IT knowledge.

Senior Secretary

MMU/ADM/11/02

Applicants must be holders of a Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies OR Bachelor of Business and Office Management OR equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution. In addition the successful candidate must have had at least four (4) years experience as a Senior Secretary Grade 9 or equivalent. Holders of Higher Diploma and
eight (8) years experience in Grade 9 will also be considered.

Senior Assistant Internal Auditor

MMU/ADM/11/03

Applicants must be holders of Bachelors degree in Accounting plus CPA Final OR CPA (K) and must have at least five (5) years experience at the level of Grade 9 or equivalent

Clinical Officer

MMU/DISP/11/02

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or higher and a Diploma in Clinical Medicine from Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) or equivalent. They have at least five (5) years working experience at Grade 9 or equivalent. Evidence of continuing medical education will be an added advantage.

Nursing Officer

MMU/DISP/11/03

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or equivalent or higher and a Diploma in Kenya Registered  Nurse and Kenya Registered Midwife (KEN/KRM) OR Kenya Registered Community Nurse and be registered with the Kenya Nursing council.

They should have at least five (5) years relevant working experience. Candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a recognized University who are registered with Kenya Nursing Council will also be considered.

Medical Laboratory Technologist
MMU/DISP/11/04

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or equivalent. They must have a Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and have at least five (5) years working experience in a busy hospital.

Senior Medical Records Technician
MMU/DISP/11/05

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or equivalent and a Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology. They must have at least five (5) years working experience at Grade 7 or equivalent in a busy hospital.

Cateress/Caterer

MMU/CAT/11/01

Applicants must be holders of KCSE/KCE/EACE academic certificates and hold Higher Diploma in Institutional Management. They must have at least five (5) years working experience at Grade 7 or equivalent in an institution of higher learning. Applicants with Diploma in Institutional Management and have served in grade 7 for a minimum five (5) years will also be considered.

Head Cook

MMU/CAT/11/02

Applicants must be holders of KCSE/KCE/EACE academic certificates and advanced certificate in Food Production. They must have at least five (5) years working experience at supervisory level in an institution of higher learning.

Senior Housekeeper

MMU/HALL/11/02

Applicants must be holders of Higher Diploma or B.Sc in Institutional/Hotel Management. They must have at least five (5) years working experience at Grade 8 or equivalent in an institution of higher learning.

Building Maintenance Officer

MMU/EST/11/01

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or equivalent and a Higher Diploma plus five (5) years experience in Grade 8. Bachelor degree holders in a relevant field who have five (5) years relevant work experience will also be considered.

Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

MMU/EST/11/02

Applicants must be holders of KCSE academic certificate or equivalent and a minimum of Diploma in Horticulture / Forestry or equivalent from a recognized institution. They must have at least five(5) years working experience in a busy environment.

Printing Superintendent

MMU/PRT/11/01

Applicants must be holders of Degree in Printing OR have Higher Diploma in Printing or equivalent. They must have at least three (3) years experience at supervisory level in a busy printing press.

Laundry Supervisor

MMU/LAN/11/01

Applicants must be holders of Diploma institutional / hotel management. They must have at least three (3) years experience at supervisory level in a busy laundry.

All applications should be addressed to

The Principal,

Multimedia University College,

P.O Box 30305 00100

Nairobi, Kenya, Magadi road by 30th March, 2011