Government Jobs in Kenya - NFD

The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya is an endowment Fund established under the Perpetual Succession Act Cap 164 of the Laws of Kenya.

Our mission is to offer best support to persons with disabilities in Kenya through provision of resources, promotion of awareness and advocacy of appropriate policies.
 
We seek to engage suitably qualified personnel for the following position:
 

Position: Clerk of Works 

2 Positions

This position is for a 1 year contract.


Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Oversee the quality and safety of work on a construction site
·                     Assisting in interpreting provisions of contracts, plans, specifications, and designs.
·                     Regular inspections of the work on site
·                     Ensure adherence to all building codes, plans, specification, and alocated budget.
·                     Ensuring that construction work schedules are maintained
·                     Measuring and sampling building materials to check their quality
·                     Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them • Monitoring and reporting progress.
·                     To complete related work as required.
·                     Inspect and advise management on technical issues regarding implementation of projects.
·                     Assist Property Management department where need arises.
·                     Any other duties assigned by the Property Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     An Ordinary Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering.
·                     Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the supervision of building construction works.
·                     Membership to the Institute of Clerk of Works Kenya will be an added advantage.
·                     Fluent in Kiswahili and English.
·                     Ability to read and interpret drawings and make reports.
·                     Ready to travel within the country.
·                     Proficiency in Computers.
·                     Exhibit understanding of duties and responsibilities of Clerk of Works/Inspector of Buildings for Building Construction.

Position: Security Officer
 
This position is on a permanent and pensionable basis.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Developing and enforcing security procedures and regulations.
·                     Protecting against danger, damage, loss and crime.
·                     Managing a group of security guards who ensure the protection of the Fund’s facilities.
·                     Acting as a liaison to all departments on security measures, procedures, and needs.
·                     Facilitating on-the-job training for specifics of security guard monitoring and protection responsibilities.
·                     Conducting employee security awareness and responsibility training.
·                     Leading and directing the work of others mainly in security matters.
·                     Reporting and controlling unwanted intruders to the properties;
·                     Conducting security surveys;
·                     Maintenance of security equipment.
·                     Inspection and assessment of threats;
·                     Submitting monthly reports on security matters to Property Manager.
·                     Any other duties assigned by the Property Manager
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     Approved Security Course from a police, prison or military training institution or its accepted equivalent;
·                     Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C (plain) or its approved equivalent;
·                     First Aid Certificate from a recognized Institution;
·                     A Certificate of Good Conduct;
·                     At least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area;
·                     Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures;
·                     Able to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals;
·                     Able to perform a variety of tasks;
·                     Ability to challenge people when necessary;
·                     Ability to use his/her initiative and make quick decisions, for example to deal with unexpected situations or in an emergency.
·                     Ability to work with technical equipment such as CCTV

Position: Procurement Officer
 
This position is on a permanent and pensionable basis.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Overall supervision over supplies and utilities.
·                     Purchasing and maintenance of office supplies.
·                     Processing of requisitions and orders from user departments.
·                     Assist user departments in development of specifications for required items.
·                     Prepare the annual supplies schedule.
·                     Administer contract performance including delivery, receipt, damages and warranties.
·                     Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies
·                     Comply and maintain knowledge of rules, standards and best practices.
·                     Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management.
·                     Maintain good supplier relationships.
·                     Prepare tender evaluation reports.
·                     Facilitate tender adjudication
·                     Any other duties, which may be assigned by the Finance and Administration Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     Diploma in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent.
·                     K.C.S.E Grade C (plain) or its approved equivalent.
·                     2 years’ of relevant working experience.
·                     Should possess negotiation and communication skills.
·                     Good working knowledge of computers and accounting software applications.

Position: Assistant Manager – Advocacy, Publicity & Fund Raising

This position is on a permanent and pensionable basis.


Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Assist the Chief Executive Officer carry out the functions under Advocacy, Publicity and Fund Raising.
·                     Research on donor requirements.
·                     Write proposals to potential donors.
·                     Prepare fund raising concept papers.
·                     Research on areas that require lobbying and prepare concept papers on advocacy issues.
·                     Liaise with the media and other stakeholders for a good corporate image of the Fund.
·                     Any other duties, which may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     A degree holder in Communication.
·                     Training in Project/Programme Design, Planning and Management
·                     Excellent communication skills.
·                     Knowledge of the rights of the disabled
·                     Ability to write proposals.

Position: Accountant
 
This position is on a permanent and pensionable basis.


Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Maintain strict deadlines for reporting.
·                     Assist the Finance and Admin. Manager to carry out the functions under the Finance docket.
·                     Maintenance of Ledgers, Journals and vouchers.
·                     Do spot checks on cash, stores and assets
·                     Responsible for the preparation of final accounts and monthly financial reports
·                     Taxation and compliance issues and VAT computations
·                     Oversee stores/inventory items off and in the system
·                     Reconciliation of key ledger accounts
·                     Review of bank reconciliations
·                     Verification of accurateness and completeness of data
·                     Supervision of other junior staff in the Finance Staff.
·                     Any other duties assigned by the Finance and Administration Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     Degree in Commerce or business related studies
·                     CPA Part III
·                     2 years’ experience in a medium/large NGO, service institution or government.
·                     Good working experience of computers and accounting software applications

Position: Internal Auditor
 
This position is for a 3-year renewable contract.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
·                     Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management.
·                     Determine the internal audit scope and develop annual audit plans.
·                     Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports and data.
·                     Prepare and present reports that reflect internal audit results and document internal audit processes.
·                     Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievements.
·                     Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost saving.
·                     Maintain open communication with management and the Audit and Risk Committee.
·                     Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management intervention.
·                     Engage in continuous knowledge development to keep abreast with new audit techniques and standards.
·                     Any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive or Audit, Governance & Risk Management Committee.
Minimum Qualifications:
·                     1st degree in Bachelor of Commerce or related area.
·                     CPA III.
·                     3 years’ of relevant experience in audit work (having worked in an internal audit department or audit firm).
·                     Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures.
·                     Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures
·                     Advanced computer skills.
·                     Ability to analyse large amounts of data and compile quality reports.
·                     High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
·                     Sound independent judgment.
How to Apply

Applications are invited from candidates who meet the stated requirements.

Each application is to be handwritten stating your current remuneration package and must be accompanied by copies of relevant documents.

Applications with the position being applied for clearly marked are to be posted or delivered to:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya
2nd Floor, Rehema House
Standard Street/Kaunda Street
P. O. Box 47857 - 00100
Nairobi



so as to be received on or before 12th October, 2015 at 12.00 noon.