4 types of interviewers and how best to deal with each

You may have had a few interviews here and there but do you know the type of interviewers out there? In the HR world, we broadly categorize interviewers into four types. So, if you are walking into an interview room, you should know what kind of interviewer is interrogating you. You can tell this within the first 5 minutes of a conversation.

But the big issue is not yet handled, knowing who you're talking to is half the battle. You need to know how best to attack this kind of personality. What can you do to win in this situation? There is a military saying that you should always know your opponent. Today, we will divulge into these personalities and how to attack them.

There are 4 categories of interviewers, namely:

1.   The Analyzer
How to spot him: He walks through your resumé to make sure every month is accounted for. 
What matters to him: The way he sees it, your memory of the details of your high school and college career is a measure of the care with which you'll do this job. 
Winning move: Include at least one number-a stat, a date-in each answer. Speak slowly.
Losing move: Joking around or spilling personal information.

2.   The Networker
How to spot her: She charges into the room, probably late, chattering away. She dresses boldly-a bright shirt or trendy glasses.
What matters to her: That you hear and remember every word she says.
Winning move: The Networker interrupts you, so keep your answers short. Show energy and enthusiasm.
Losing move: Offering detailed explanations of the minutiae of your academic career.

3.   The Producer
How to spot him: He makes intense eye contact, shakes firmly, and grills you like a drill sergeant.
What matters to him: Your understanding of hierarchy and power-especially his. 
Winning move: Play it straight. Answer questions directly, with one or two supporting facts, and move on.
Losing move: Digressing or equivocating. The Producer hates wasting time.

4.   The Connector
How to spot her: A relaxed gait and a warm smile. She falls all over herself offering water or coffee and trying to make you comfortable. 
What matters to her: Whether or not you'll click with others in the department.
Winning move: Focus on your ability to work with a team. She wants to hear "we," not "I."
Losing move: Bragging. And don't talk about "confronting" a problem or "aggressively" seeking a solution.

These are very broad categories but they summarize at least what you need to know about interviewers. You will realize an interviewer’s personality immediately they get into the room. Play nice and according to the rules on the book.

What interviewer have you met?

All the best from us.

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Sales Personnel Jobs in Kenya

Nova Media Ltd deals specifically with placing of advertisements on Light Box, Smart Boxes and LED screens at the Kenya Ferries

Job Description: Sales Personnel

Reporting Date: Immediately

Reporting to: General Manager

Nova Media is looking for aggressive Sales Persons specialized in outdoor marketing.

Job Description

He/ She is expected to:

• Develop client base and prospects for potential clients
• Formulate proposals and creative advertising solutions
• Work closely with Management to forecast revenues and prospect clients
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to new and existing customers in order to sell new outdoor advertising products.
• Explain to customers how specific types of outdoor advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
• Maintain assigned account bases while developing new accounts and collect payments due.
• Provide clients with estimates of the costs of outdoor advertising products or services.
• Obtain and study information about clients' products, needs, problems, advertising history, and business practices in order to offer effective sales presentations.
• Attend sales meetings, industry trade shows, and training seminars need be.
• Think of strategies to maximize the revenue potential of the company.
• Assure deadlines are met, targets are achieved and business is brought to the Company.

Requirements

• Experience with outdoor advertising with over two years experience.
• A minimum of a degree in sales and marketing or in public relations
• Computer literate.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team

To apply for this position send your Application Letter, CV and Certificates by the 5th October

The General Manager
Nova Media Ltd
Email: info@novamedia.co.ke

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Motorbike Riders / Messengers Jobs in Kenya (KShs 20K)

Motorbike Riders / Messengers 

Salary: 20K

Location: Nairobi

Key Responsibilities: General deliveries, messenger service

Key Qualifications: Relevant motorbike qualification

Personal Attributes: Responsible, hard working and personable. Good command of English and Swahili

Salary & Benefits: Negotiable.

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to: jobs@staff-kenya.com

Corporate Staffing Services

13th Floor, Development House, Moi Avenue

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in

Sales Executive Job in Kenya

Due to first and sustainable growth, our client a leading vendor of ICT products and services seeks to connect investors to the capital markets and financial market requires sales executives with the following qualifications:

Job Title: Sales Executive

Reports To: Sales Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities in assigned market so as to ensure the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values.

Establish plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet clients and get new business
• Make presentations of our products to the clients
• Prepare proposals for clients
• Prepare quotations for clients
• Prepare tender documents for bids
• listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale;
• maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails;
• calling to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;
• responding to incoming email and phone enquiries;
• acting as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets;
• negotiating the terms of an agreement and closing sales;
• gathering market and customer information;
• representing the organization at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations;
• negotiating on price, costs, delivery and specifications with buyers and managers;
• challenging any objections with a view to getting the customer to buy;
• advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions;
• creating detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process that is largely dictated by the prospective customer;
• checking quantities of goods on display and in stock;
• recording sales and order information and sending copies to the sales office, or entering into a computer system;
• reviewing your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;
• gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements;
• making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations;
• feeding future buying trends back to employers;
• Attending team meeting and sharing best practice with colleagues.

Knowledge and Skill Requirement

• Minimum of a professional diploma in sales and marketing. A degree in the related field would be an added advantage.
• 2 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing in the ICT field.
• Experience in handling tenders and quotations
• Candidate should be a team player
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Must be self driven and able to meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude

To apply for the above position, please contact us through the following e-mail:
recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before14th October 2011



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Insurance Agency Marketers Jobs in Kenya

A leading insurance agency is looking for marketers 

Requirements

Over 25 years.

Education: minimum a diploma or a degree in any field

Experience not necessary but will be an added advantage.

Good negotiation skills.

Good organization skills.

Ability to work in teams.

Excellent communication and ability to convince others.

Ability to work under pressure.

Ability to work with little or no supervision.

Good record keeping.

Excellent customer service skills.

Good time management skills.

Computer knowledge.

Ability to take initiative

Result oriented a go getter who aspires to enjoy limitless income.

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, call Starlings on: 0723 402 830 or write to 

Starlings
P.O Box 30364 00100
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Programme Intern 2011 Job Vacancy

As part of its Undergraduate Internship Programme, Youth Alive! Kenya seeks to recruit a suitable young person to join our impressive team of professionals as an intern on a fixed term full-time engagement.

Are you young and young at heart, dynamic, open-minded and results-oriented?

Are you real, smart-working and honest person seeking an opportunity to be creative and innovative?

Do you have a burning passion and disposition to serve and work with children, youth and their communities?

Do you have strong interest in human rights, democracy and the rule of law?

Are you free and physically present in Nairobi for at least three months between April and June 2011?

Do you believe young people can change the world for the better? If so, then we are looking for you!

The UIP is a three-month internally-supported comprehensive competence-building programme under the Youth Alive! Kenya Leadership Development Programme.

The programme targets students below 25 years of age within the public and private universities in Kenya and works to develop principle-centred leadership and managerial abilities among young people.

It aims at providing hands-on experience in non-profit development work by the integration of theory and practice. Comprising structured learning and client-focused field work, the UIP works to expand technical and practical skills of the students to conceptualise, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programmes across culture, gender and age.

The UIP is implemented through a sensitive and participatory learning process with attention given to individual learning dynamics as well as team performance. 

Working under the Democracy & Governance programme and reporting to the Programme Assistant Democracy & Governance, the position will entail providing direct assistance to the implementation of projects under the programme and supporting the expansion of programme strategy including the development of new activities under the programme.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of various activities under the democracy and governance programme Component as guided by the programme Associate.
• Assist in the preparation of programme status reports required for budget review, programme analysis, reports, etc
• Assist in co-ordinating and organising meetings, workshops and seminars and other activities related to programme implementation and assist in the preparation of presentations of such workshops and meetings
• Assist in coordinating the activities of the youth development working groups under the democracy and governance programme component.
• Any other duty called upon to serve from time to time.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Must be between the ages of 20 and 25 years;
• Must be an undergraduate student or a fresh graduate of social sciences preferably political science or public administration at an accredited and internationally recognised institution of higher learning in Kenya or resident in Kenya at the time of application.
• Must be a fast learner with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills with fluency in English;
• Must be a team player with the ability to work with others to achieve high goals in a fast paced and culturally diverse environment;
• Must have a deep knowledge of the current governance issues in Kenya and in East Africa;
• Must be a self-starter with ambition who can work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Must be an outstanding role model for young people, of unquestionable integrity and high ethical standards.
• Possession of a valid driving licence will be an added advantage

If you believe you merit our consideration, please email us your letter of application alongside detailed Curriculum Vitae with three referees, email and day-time telephone contacts to be received by the close of business on the 7th October 2011 to hr@youthalivekenya.org. 

The email should have a subject line: Democracy & Governance Programme Internship. 

The engagement is for an initial three months with possibility of extension.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

If you do not hear from us by 21st October 2011, consider your application unsuccessful. 

The internship programme is a non-remunerative position; as such, the organisation will NOT provide a salary to the successful candidate for the services rendered but will avail equal opportunity for self advancement to the successful candidate as is to Youth Alive! Kenya staff. 

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IT Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya (KShs 15K-20K)

IT Sales Executives 

Salary 15K-20K + Commission

Our client is looking for IT Sales people.

Roles and responsibilities

• Attending initial sales meetings and meeting the client.
• determining what their business requirements are, whether the products or services being considered are suitable.
• Decide whether the software or hardware needs adapting to meet the client's needs.
• answering any technical questions the client might have.
• Presenting your findings to a technical team to act on, and then to the client

Skills required

• Excellent selling skills
• Excellent technical knowledge, and a keen interest in IT issues
• Initiative
• Presentation skills
• The ability to interpret technical language for non-technical people
• The ability to write reports and proposals
• The capacity to work well on your own or in a team
• Negotiating skills
• The ability to manage your time and plan your day effectively

Requirements

• A diploma in information technology.
• Qualifications in sales and marketing or a related field an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position with proven sales skills.
• Sales background where products or services sold have been ‘hard sell’.
• Ability to network, communicate comfortably
• Ability to work independently, solve problems to achieve desired results.

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees .

Email: jobs@staff-kenya.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Marketing Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Our client, a distribution company, requires a suitable candidate to fill in the following position:

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Reporting To: Director

Summary:

Provide leadership and coordination of the company’s marketing function so as to balance the firm’s objectives and customer satisfaction.

Specific Performance Standards

1. Creative Marketing Strategies

• Develop strategies and programs that position the brand accurately in the market segment.
• Implement the program and strategies.
• Develop and implement schemes aimed at building customer loyalty
• Develop ways of tapping into the target segment market
• Identify growing market, emerging market, untapped market etc
• Generate and coordinate persuasive communication content for the customers

2. Market Research

• Research market trends in order to identify the market potential for the product.
• Handle all aspects of the market entry, penetration and growth.
• Continually enhance revenue generation activities through market research

3. Managing Marketing Budget

• Plan and administer the company marketing budget.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage projects.
• Perform any other duties that he/she maybe assigned relating to marketing.

Qualification

• Have strong communications skills both oral and written
• Must be self driven and able to meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude
• Minimum age of 25 years
• Must be self-driven and able to meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude
• A minimum of a professional diploma in marketing, a degree in the same field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in marketing.
• Experience in marketing energy saving bulbs and tubes will be an added advantage.

To apply for the above position, please contact us through the following e-mail:
recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before14th October 2011

 

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Human Resources Director Job Vacancy in Kenya

A well known international company requires the above to be responsible for all people based activity within the company from both an operational and strategic perspective.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Business or Human Resources as well have previous experience managing a resources team.

Experience influencing senior managers, building strong commercial relationships and driving a human resources strategy is essential.

The appointee will develop and implement an annual agenda for human resources strategy in line with the business strategy and plans.

You will be responsible for

• senior level decision making in human resolves matters and have an insight into the strategic direction of the company,
• participate as a senior management team member in senior management meetings,
• develop employee steering strategies,
• implementing programs and plans to execute human resources strategy,
• overseeing the human resource and payroll system,
• providing day to day advice to managers on human resources issues,
• dealing with any senior performance or grievance issues in a legally compliant and professional way,
• representing management in negotiating collective bargaining agreements mediation and arbitration meetings and well as assisting in resolving labour disputes and grievances.

Company offers excellent career prospects both nationally and internationally as well highly negotiable salary package depending on experience gained. 

Should you meet the above requirements, please submit a copy of your C.V. and pay slip to Samantha@prostaff.co.za 

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received feedback within 10 working days.

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Borders Consultants Associate Writers Jobs in Kenya

The Company:

Borders Consultants is a premier consulting and writing company specializing in aspects of executive consulting, writing services, editing services, tutoring services and admission services at a local and international levels.

Most of our clients are based in the US, Canada and Britain, with some also locally in Kenya.

The Job:

We are seeking to immediately fill in positions for associate writers. Most of the work will entail writing assignments related to business & research proposals, term papers, dissertations, thesis, article writing, SEO writing, and ghost writing.

If you have the proficiency to write in areas related to economics, accounting and finance, this will be an added advantage. Note that all assignments are strictly customized to exceed customer expectations.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting and English. Other majors will also be considered.
• Excellent writing proficiency. Your writing aptitude needs to be above average with no spelling mistakes, run-on sentences, etc.
• Flair for research. You will carry out extensive academic and executive research on many diverse topics.
• Ability to be proactive under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work a minimum of 12 hours per day.
• Availability to work Saturdays.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• A clear understanding of plagiarism. No level no matter how minute of plagiarism is tolerated.
• Clear understanding and mastery of the different writing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard) as well as their formatting and referencing.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to follow instructions to the letter.

*** Only those with prior academic writing experience need apply ***

** Please note that this is a permanent full-time position. Salary is writer-dependent. There exist excellent opportunities for top writers to earn anything in excess of Kes 30,000 per month **

To be considered, please send a detailed resume, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials and a writing sample of two pages formatted in MLA titled "Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism" to info@bordersconsultants.com


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Building & Civil Works Project Engineers and Site Agent Jobs in Kenya & South Sudan

Project Location: Kenya & South Sudan

Employment terms: Permanent

We are a Construction & Engineering company offering services in construction of building & civil works and water & sewerage projects.

We are registered in Kenya, South Sudan and Rwanda and we are looking for project staff to oversee our projects in Kenya and South Sudan.

Position: Project Engineers - Building & Civil Works

Work Station: Kenya or South Sudan

This position reports to the Project Manager.

Job Requirements 

• BSc. in Civil Engineering or any related field.
• Proficient in MS Projects and MS Office proficient
• The candidate must be aged between 30 and 40 years
• Post graduate qualifications in project management shall be added advantage
• Registration with ERB as Graduate or Registered Engineer and membership with IEK or any other relevant registration body shall be added advantage
• A minimum of 12 years relevant experience in building & civil engineering projects of which at least 5 years should be in a senior supervisory position
• The candidate must have experience in supervision of multi- storey buildings
• Candidates who have worked in South Sudan will have an added advantage.
• The candidate will be expected to plan and execute the project within the allocated time frame, approved budget and meet client expectations
• The candidate will be responsible for the preparation, monitoring and evaluation of budgets, material, and labour schedules for the assigned project.
• The candidate must have very strong project management skills
• The candidate will be the point person between the company and the client or consultants
• The candidate must be able to work and deliver under pressure
• The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Position: Site Agent – Building & Civil Works 

Work Station: Kenya or South Sudan

This position reports to the Project Engineer

Job Requirements 

• Minimum Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering or construction related discipline
• HND or BSc in Civil Engineering or any related field will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in computer applications MS Excel/MS Word
• A minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in the supervision of large building projects. They must have been fully in charge of the projects on site
• The candidate must have experience in supervision of multi- storey buildings
• Candidates who have worked in South Sudan will have an added advantage.
• The candidate will be responsible for the day to day management of the project on site.
• The candidate will be responsible for quality and good workmanship on site.
• The candidate will be responsible for assessing labour requirements and sourcing for labour.
• The candidate must have some basic training in first aid
• The candidate must have good project planning and management skills
• The candidate must be able to work and deliver under pressure
• The candidate must have some basic training in first aid
• The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Interested candidates who meet these qualifications should send their application and up to date resume; with three professional referees to projects.recruit@gmail.com indicating your current / last and expected salary. 

Deadline for submission is 10th October 2011

 

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8 commandments of unemployment

You may be searching for a job fresh from college, you may be in a job and for many reasons want to leave or you may have been fired……..Have you ever stopped to think that there are playing rules in the world of unemployment?  If you've recently joined or have been in the growing number of unemployed you're entitled to reminiscing. But don't dither away too long because time runs faster while you reminisce. Brush the dirt off your shoulders and put some fresh shine on your personal brand.

In our current economy, with our shortage of jobs and an abundance of hiring freezes, finding a new job might require some patience. So once you've understood the standard job search techniques like a quick CV update and some initial applications, it's wise to use your free time to shape up as follows:

1.   Alert your network: Networking could be your lifeline back into the job market, but only if they know you need a hand. Update any online profiles, then make a contact list and correspondence plan. Keep in mind that it's better to break the ice with another topic and then ease into your unemployment woes.

2.   Put together a portfolio: Gather material supporting your past accomplishments, products you've created, projects managed, positive feedback, or public accolades. It'll help you stand out during interviews, boost your confidence, and give you perspective on your skill-set.

3.   Volunteer for a good cause or nonprofit-or create your own: Volunteering is good for the community, but it's also a great networking tool and CV builder. Pick projects that align your personal and professional passions. Consider organizing a charity event or leading a volunteer group. If you're ambitious, show it by initiating your own project or group.

4.   Find unpaid work or internships: When paying jobs are hard to come by, unpaid work is an ideal way to keep your skills current and make professional connections. Plus, when hiring starts back up, you'll be top of mind.

5.   Get smart: There's a class for almost everything, from computer certification or business basics to a foray into photography or graphic design. Enrolling in a class shows you're open to learning new tricks and developing your old ones.  

6.   Try freelancing or consulting: Many companies can't afford as many full-time employees as before, but there's still work to be done. While freelancing isn't always a steady source of income, it's a great way to keep your chops up and build your brand.

7.   Become an expert: Keep up on industry news with trade magazines, newspapers, and message boards. Then share what you know in social media to show you've got your finger on the pulse of the industry. A strong following could lead to job offers.

8.   Go to grad school: It's a big investment, but one that's worth it for getting a useful masters, degree or diploma that may help you earn more or change career paths. Also, being on a college or campus puts invaluable job leads and career resources right at your fingertips.

Stay focused and always up to date with the current trends in the job market.

We wish you all the best.

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KNEC Massive Recruitment 2011 (12 positions)

The Kenya National Examinations Council wishes to recruit self - motivated and qualified professionals for the vacant positions listed below:

Principal Internal Auditor

KNEC Scale EC 13

The Principal Internal Auditor will report to the Council Board through the Secretary / Chief Executive Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing Audit strategies, policies and procedures at the Council.
• Preparation and implementation of annual audit work plan and provision of effective and adequate risk management strategies to KNEC;
• Preparation of timely and accurate audit reports for presentation to the Management and Audit Committee;
• Follow up of implementation of Audit recommendations.
• Carrying out special audits as requested by the CEO and the Audit Committee and assisting in investigations of any significant suspected fraudulent and corrupt activities within the Council.
• Coordination of audit efforts with external auditors.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting or Finance option) OR equivalent qualification from a recognized university. Possession of a Masters Degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Over ten (10) years of audit risk management experience four (4) of which must have been at a senior level in a reputable organization.

Professional Qualifications

• CPA (K);
• Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA);
• Must be a member of the Professional Risk Managers International Association.
• Evidence of computer literacy in MS Office suite computer packages.

Applicants with additional relevant professional qualifications in Audit and have knowledge of ACCPAC ERP will have an added advantage.

Senior Economist / Planner

KNEC Scale EC 12

The Senior Economist/Planner will report to the head of the Planning Division in the office of the Council Secretary/Chief Executive.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the formulation and development of strategic plans and planning activities of the Council and participating in the regular performance appraisal of the Council activities and programs and making advisory reports;
• Assisting in evaluating and monitoring implementation of the Council’s strategic objectives as per the Council’s Strategic Plan and participating in the preparation of short, medium and long term development plans for the Council;

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Mathematics or Statistics from a recognized university with experience in handling planning and development;
• Should have minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience three (3) of which should have been in a senior position in a busy and large institution, and be conversant with the Kenya Government regulations on planning and development processes with special focus on State Corporation;
• Have demonstrated outstanding professional competence matched with proper appreciation of the needs and strategies for meeting or attaining them;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications

Chief Officer - Facilities Management

KNEC Scale EC 12

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Facilities Management Section, in the Finance, Administration and Human Resource Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervision of all KNEC Construction works and be in charge of KNEC construction sites;
• Manage professional advisers and contractors for building construction and maintenance works;
• Continuously review and develop cost effective refurbishment models;
• Prepare project progress status reports;
• Manage all KNEC properties/facilities;
• Prepare and coordinate the implementation of the KNEC housing, office accommodation and property policy;
• Plan, supervise and coordinate a wide range of estates and property functions for KNEC;
• Conduct valuation of KNEC property and manage leases on behalf of KNEC;
• Coordinate the collection of rent and prepare monthly statements for all KNEC property.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• A Bachelors Degree in Building Construction, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field;
• Must have worked in major construction and renovation works for a minimum period of ten (10) years as a supervisor;
• Must be able to carry out measurement works;
• Have experience as a Property Management Officer/Facilities Management for at least five (5) years.

Examinations Secretary II (Art & Design)

Scale EC 10

The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section, in the Test Development Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Being in charge of planning, guiding and programming the Test Development activities in Art & Design Examination papers and other related disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor of Education Degree from a recognized university majoring in Fine Art and Design;
• Must have taught Art and Design for at least for six (6) years at Secondary/College level;
• Those who have worked for KNEC as a contracted professionals and have experience in n Graphic Designing/Programs will have an added advantage;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of Psychometrics, Curriculum Design and Educational Assessment, Setting, Marking, and Moderation of Examinations;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

Examination Secretary II (Hearing Impaired and English)

Scale EC 10

The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section, in the Test Development Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Being in charge of planning, guiding and programming the Test Development activities of Hearing Impairment and English Examination papers and other related disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Special Needs Education with at least six (6) years teaching experience in a recognised school for the hearing impaired Learners;
• Must be proficient in Kenyan Sign Language and have studied English at Degree level;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of Psychometrics, Curriculum Design and Educational Assessment, Setting, Marking, and Moderation of Examinations;
• Experience as a trained examiner or setter for Kenya National Examinations Council examinations will be an added advantage;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

Examination Secretary II (Information Studies)

Scale EC 10

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The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section, in the Test Development Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Being in charge of planning, guiding and programming the Test Development activities of Information Studies Examination papers and other related disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Information Science or its equivalent with specialization in Library or Archives or Information Technology and teaching experience of at least six (6) years in a recognised Post School Institution;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of Psychometrics, Curriculum Design and Educational Assessment, Setting, Marking, and Moderation of Examinations;
• Experience as a trained examiner or setter for Kenya National Examinations Council examinations;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

Examination Secretary II (Supply Chain Management)

Scale EC 10

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The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section, in the Test Development Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Being in charge of planning, guiding and programming the Test Development activities of Supply Chain Management Examination papers and other related disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelors Degree or its equivalent specializing in Economics and Business Studies and Post Graduate qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management and diploma in Education with teaching experience of at least six (6) years in a recognised Post School Institution;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of Psychometrics, Curriculum Design and Educational Assessment, Setting, Marking, and Moderation of Examinations;
• Experience as a trained examiner or setter for Kenya National Examinations Council examinations will be an added advantage;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

Examination Secretary II (Surveying and Mapping)

Scale EC 10

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The successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Section, Building, and Civil Engineering, Surveying and Mapping examinations in Test Development, Post School Examinations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Being in charge of planning and programming the Test Development activities of Surveying and Mapping examination papers and other related disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelors degree in Surveying; OR Higher Diploma in Surveying and Mapping or equivalent qualification plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Education;
• Must have teaching experience of at least six (6) years in a recognised Post School Institution;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of Psychometrics, Curriculum Design and Educational Assessment, Setting, Marking, and Moderation of Examinations;
• Experience as a trained examiner or setter for Kenya National Examinations Council examinations will be an added advantage;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications.

Examinations Secretary II (Research)

Scale EC 9

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Section in Research Division.

This is an entry position in the Research Department and Preference will be given to fresh graduates with relevant qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out research in educational assessment and monitoring research projects and dissemination of findings implementing research policies and monitoring of research activities in KNEC and analysing statistical data related to examinations.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Masters degree in Educational Measurement and research or equivalent qualification and at least three (3) experience in a related field;
• Evidence of being well grounded in theory and application of educational research, assessment and psychometrics and proficiency in Computer research statistical application software such as SPSS, STATA, and data analysis spreadsheet.

Human Resources Officer III

KNEC Scale EC 8

The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section in Human Resources Management Division

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implementing the Council’s HRM reward and compensation policies;
• Ensuring that all new employee’s details have been entered into the payroll;
• Assisting in payroll processing, transactions and initiation of new payroll cycles;
• Ensuring safe custody, validity, accuracy and completeness of payroll information;
• Handling of monthly statutory and benefit deduction and reconciliations;
• Implementation and maintenance of payroll and benefit policies;
• Generation and preparation of monthly/annual payroll reports or as required;
• Planning, coordinating and overseeing the production and distribution of all payroll reports.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelors degree in Social Sciences such as Government, Sociology, Economics, Public/Business Administration, Human Resources Management, plus Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management (KNEC) and at least three (3) years of HR experience and able to work in a challenging environment;
• Ability to keep accurate records and maintain utmost confidentiality of information;
• A team player with excellent assessment, presentation and communication both verbal and written;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications (ACCPAC ERP - HR Module is an added advantage).

Internal Auditor III

Scale EC 8

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Section in Audit.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed audit programmes as per the work plans and prepare audit reports on the areas audited with relevant recommendations;
• Carry out special audits and/ or investigations as required from time to time and implement internal audit strategies, policies and procedures;
• Carry out audit reviews to assess the effectiveness of risk management and adequacy of internal controls using risk based approach;
• Monitor the implementation of the agreed audit recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting or Finance option) OR equivalent qualification from a recognized university and at least three (3) years of audit experience;
• CPA II or ACCA;
• Member of IIA;
• Evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications (ACCPAC ERP is an added advantage).

Accountant III

KNEC Scale EC 8

The successful candidate will be reporting to a Head of Section in the Finance Division of Finance, Administration and Human Resources Department

Key Responsibilities:

This is an entry level grade for Accountants and duties at this level will generally involve:

• Examination of payment vouchers for correctness.
• Maintenance of the vote book, cashbook, general ledger and other financial records;
• Bank reconciliation of KNEC revenue and payments.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting or Finance option) and CPA II and three 3 years accounting experience; OR holders of CPA II with at least five (5) years accounting experience;
• Knowledge and experience in the use of ACCPAC - ERP will be an added advantage;
• Should have demonstrated outstanding professional competence and integrity in work performance.

Terms of Offer

The Council will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Application Procedure

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of day time telephone contact, e-mail addresses, current remuneration (enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of two referees on or before 10th October, 2011 to:

The Deputy Secretary & Head of Human Resources Management Division
The Kenya National Examinations Council
P O Box 73598 - 00200
Nairobi.

Attention: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

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