Kenya Civil Aviation Authority is a State Corporation under the
Ministry of Transport established under CAP 394 of the Laws of Kenya ‘to
develop, regulate and manage a safe, efficient and effective Civil Aviation
System in Kenya’ with a Vision ‘to be a model of Excellence in Civil Aviation’
is seeking to recruit a qualified Kenyan citizen to fill the following
positions.
Systems Developer – 2 Posts
Reporting to Senior Systems Analyst, ICT Department at the KCAA Headquarters, the Systems Developer’s job purpose is to analyse, design, develop, implement, maintain and support Information Systems
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develop,
improve and support IT systems as per user requirements.
- Customize
vendor software to suit user specifications.
- Deploy
new system to the user and train them on the features of the system
- Assist
system analysts in system‘s documentation, configurations and formation of
user requirement specifications.
- Maintain
all the programming files and codes for the application systems.
- Take
part in the selection of vendor software and advise appropriately.
- Prepare
and keep all the system’s manuals and assist systems administrator in
systems backup.
- Host
various systems in various hosting platforms.
- Assist
in support and maintenance of new and existing systems.
- Carry
out any other responsibilities allocated by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- A
degree in Computer Science or related discipline from a recognized
University.
- A
Masters degree in IT will be an added advantage.
- Professional
training in systems analysis and design or equivalent is an added
advantage.
- Extensive
knowledge in enterprise software applications and data processing
Experience
- A
minimum of 3 years’ experience in systems development which includes
system analysis, design, development, implementation and maintenance,
database design and implementation of web-based systems
Knowledge and skills
- Expertise
in Software development in .Net, PHP and Java Environments
- In
depth knowledge of relational databases like SQL Server, Oracle and MySQL
- Ability
to host application Systems in IIS 6, IIS 7, Apache and Equivalent
platforms
- Knowledge
of modern web development techniques like AJAX or Teleriks
- Knowledge
of writing and integrating programs and transferring information using
APIs and SOAPs
- A
good command of system implementation methodologies
- Proficiency
in internet, computer and system security operations
Personal Attributes
- Self
motivated person, able to work under minimum supervision
- Proactive
and dynamic
- Excellent
Organisation and Communications Skills
Registrar Academic Services – 1 Post
Department / Section: Academic Services
Reports To: Director/Principal EASA
Job Purpose
to plan the development and implementation of academic
programmes and courses to meet Aviation and commercial industry needs.
Time tabling, student admission & examinations, quality
assurance & academic calendar.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide leadership
to various sections of the Academic divisions and to oversee services to EASA
Board/ Academic Committees.
Scope of work / duties / responsibilities
- Plan
and approve targets, budgetary guidelines and use resources for the
development and implementation of academic programmes;
- Coordinate
with other recognised aviation training institutions or local and
international higher learning institutions to acquire / contract out
resources to efficiently and profitably deliver relevant programmes;
- Devise
strategies to attract students and improve recurrent revenue base of the
School;
- Prepare
curricula/Syllabuses, and rules and regulations governing the
implementation of academic programs;
- Evaluate
the long term capability requirements, systems, equipment and human
resources, of the faculties against the School’s Strategic Plan and
determine plans and initiatives to be taken to address noted gaps;
- Identify
industry needs and students career needs in order to develop innovative
technical programmes that increase both student intake and revenue from
industry;
- Formulate
guidance for the effective management, implementation and evaluation of
academic programmes. This responsibility includes the quality assurance
procedures and partnership with external institutions/Organisations.
- Co-ordinate
both Continuous assessments and Final examinations.
- Ensure
safe custody of vital documents such as Degree and/ or Diploma
certificates and maintaining proper records of students.
- Resolve
staff issues, including disciplinary matters, appointments, contracts and
promotions in the Academic Services Departments;
- Work/Liaise
with external stakeholders/organisations as may be necessary for
realisation of the technical course objectives;
- Represent
EASA in tertiary education councils at the national level;
- Review
curriculums at the School to align with Industry requirement;
- Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by the Director/Principal EASA
Qualifications & experience
- Applicants
should be PhD holders with at least 5 (five) years’ experience in Senior
academic position OR
- A
master’s degree in business management and/or related field with at least
8 years or relevant work experience at senior level;
- Training
in management and leadership
- Should
have good IT Skills and systems experience
- Proven
experience for financial accountability and people management
Knowledge and skills
- Knowledge
of Aviation Industry trends and needs;
- Knowledge
of relevant national requirements applicable to training institutions;
- Strong
financial management skills, ability to track and contain costs.
- Proficiency
in office suite and desktop publishing tools • Demonstrate knowledge in
curriculum development process
Senior Internal Auditor – 2 Posts
Department / Section: Internal Audit and Review
Reports to: Chief Internal Auditor
Job Purpose:
To carry out audit duties according to the Annual Audit Plan and
in compliance with international auditing standards.
Scope of work / duties / responsibilities
- Conducting
of audit to appraise the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of
internal control;
- Appraising
the relevance, reliability and integrity of management, financial and
operating data/reports, risk management and control processes;
- Conducting
systems audit to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures,
statutory requirements and regulations which have a significant impact on
KCAA operations;
- Reviewing
the means of safeguarding the Authority’s assets and verifying the
existence of such assets;
- Appraising
the economy, efficiency and effectiveness with which resources are employed;
- Compiling
audit papers and documents to substantiate the audit reports;
- Preparing
written audit reports and recommendations to improve the efficiency of the
Authority;
- Carrying
out ad-hoc audit assignments and other audit duties as may be assigned from
time to time.
Qualifications
- Must
have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration
or in a related field.
- Must
be a registered member with ICPAK
- CISA
or IIA qualifications are added advantages.
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years relevant professional experience in accounting and auditing duties of which three should be in auditing function of comparable organisation.
Knowledge and skills
- Knowledge
of Systems audit and Internal Auditing Standards and International
Financial Reporting Standards
- Proficiency
in computer applications such as ERP, CAATs.
- Ability
to work independently without supervision, and to maintain the highest
levels of integrity and confidentiality of information.
- Excellent
written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
- Teamwork
and Interpersonal skills required to work with audited departments to
implement recommendations.
- Risk
management experience.
Interested candidates are requested to forward their application
letters attaching copies of certificates, other relevant testimonials and an
upto-date CV indicating daytime telephone contact and full contacts details of
three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Friday 2nd
November 2012
The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA Complex Building – JKIA
P. O BOX 30163 – 00100
NAIROBI
E-mail: info@kcaa.or.ke
NB: Kenya Civil Aviation Authority is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
