World Food Programme Construction Engineer Job in Kenya

Job Title:Construction Engineer Ref: WFP/11/13 Post Type/Grade:SC/SSA NOA and Equivalent (6 months) Kenya 2013 2013

Duty Stations:Nairobi, Dadaab, Kakuma Date Deadline of for

other duty stations, WFP March March

issue: 15th application: 25th

Accountability: Under the supervision of the Head of Finance/Admin unit, the Engineer will be responsible for Construction Projects. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee construction projects to ensure that the contractors complete the projects in line with the WFP contract terms. Facilitate the preparation of project designs, drawings, BoQs, budgets, projects specifications. Follow up with Client units to ensure finalization and timely submission of construction project documents With Procurement unit, prepare tender documents and ensure necessary aspects of quality bidding are adequately articulated. Liaise with field focal points to organize for site surveys and pre-bid conferences. Assist the Procurement Unit with the Vendor Master to ensure companies are properly classified Undertake Technical evaluation of offers from bidders; participate in the vetting process of new vendors. Represent Construction Unit in the Technical Evaluation and Tender Committee meetings Assist in the preparation of the construction contracts and follow up with contractors to submit acceptable Work plans, working and shop drawings and other relevant documentation for the success of the construction projects. Ensure timely submission and renewal of Performance Bonds as may be necessary; providing monitoring reports. Liaise with the WFP outsourced Engineering Consultancy firms to undertake site visits, technical drawings and designs, evaluations and electrical inputs for all projects. Ensure preparation of Progress Certificate for each project in line with the contract terms with suppliers. Monitor and supervise contractors site construction as per specifications and give technical support and assistance to contractors. Attend Construction Taskforce meetings, provide updates and Progress Reports. Any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience and Critical Success Factors: University degree in Civil Engineering. Qualifications in Building Facility Management is an advantage At the least, two years relevant postgraduate professional experience in engineering or construction. Ability to use computer software such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, AutoCAD. Ability to adapt to various working conditions and environment in field locations. Flexibility to undertake frequent travel. Initiative and judgment, and ability to produce quality technical and specialized work, good documentation with well analysed data. Demonstrate responsibility for completion of specialized complex processes ability to establish priorities and monitor contractors; Good communication skills; ability to work in a team & establish effective working relations with persons of different cultural backgrounds;

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting Vacancy Announcement No. WFP/11/13, with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and name, title and e-mail address of three referees. Candidates should also complete a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc. All documents should be sent in an envelope which must be marked: CONFIDENTIAL: WFP/11/13 and sent to:Human World P.O. Nairobi 00100 Resources Food Box Programme, Officer Kenya 44482

OR deliver to Office B-120, UN Complex, Gigiri.

Erdemann Property Quantity Surveyors Jobs in Kenya

A position has arisen for two Quantity Surveyors the details of the position are entailed below. Duties and responsibilities Read and understand drawings for architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical. Able to accurately calculate B.Qs. Taking measurements on site and from detailed drawings and preparing bills of quantities. Carry out feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labor costs Negotiate and draw up bids for tenders and contracts.

Monitor each stage of construction to make sure that costs are in line with forecasts Prepare in-house estimates, derive cost, valuate variation order and analyze financial bids Ensure that business commercial processes are adhered to at project level. Assist in preparation and adherence to project purchasing targeting and costing budgets To carry out monthly valuations of work in progress, including forecasting of final costs and sales. Provide advice to project staff on commercial and contractual matters including reviewing and drafting of correspondence.

Requirements Higher Diploma or degree in Quantity surveying 3 to 5 years work experience Proficient in Microsoft office applications Must be knowledgeable in Cost Estimates and Contracts Good Communication skills Able to deal with different types of people Must be flexible and very hardworking Must be committed. Candidates who can speak Chinese will have an added advantage

Applicants who feel they meet the above requirements should send a cover letter and C.V explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidates qualifications and work experience. Applications can be sent via e-mail to hr@erdemann.co.ke

or through post to

Erdemann Property Ltd P.O Box 42541-00100, Nairob

Assistant Accountant (Receivables) Job in Kenya - International British Curriculum Schools Group
Position: Assistant Accountant (Receivables)

Company profile:Our client is a group of international British Curriculum Schools comprising of Early Years, Preparatory and Secondary Schools

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Manager:Management

Accountant

Key Objective: The employee will perform a full range of accounting assignments and will use professional judgment in making decisions both in line with established policies/procedures or other sound alternatives as appropriate.

Key Competencies/Qualifications: Excellent communication skills, a team player with a flexible approach to tasks and a willingness to learn. Ability to operate independently and with minimum supervision. High degree of maturity, integrity and professionalism. Proven skills in MS-Office packages, PASS, SAGE or other relevant ERP systems. Ideally, a university graduate in Accounting/Finance with full qualifications in professional accounting (CPA-K). Minimum two years working experience.

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and present accurate bank reconciliations on a timely manner Receipting of all cash payments Raising bills for students and other services Up-dating and maintaining accurate Fixed Assets register Maintaining accurate audit working paper file Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues Provide ad-hoc reporting as and when requested Maintain and distribute accurate listing of overdue accounts and suspensions in accordance with the school policies. Prepare accounting adjustment journals where required. Respond to client or payer account inquiries as required. Prepare daily banking and collection summary report Assist in preparation of revenue budget Other duties as delegated from time to time by the Management Accountant or any other person designated in his absence to apply

How

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted