KCA University is a dynamic private
business university committed to quality service and ethical practices.
KCA University seeks to recruit a highly motivated and innovative candidate to fill the following position:
KCA University seeks to recruit a highly motivated and innovative candidate to fill the following position:
Driver – Kisumu Campus
Job Objective: To drive and maintain vehicles as instructed
Duties and Responsibilities:
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To pick up and drop off
students/staff to various scheduled destinations;
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To maintain order among students in
the bus during trips;
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To ensure safety of passengers in the
bus during academic trips and sporting activities;
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To collect and deliver University
mail or packages to assigned destinations within and outside the University;
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Ensure cleanliness of University
vehicles at all times;
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Maintain records of work performed;
make timely reports of accidents, incidents & unusual occurrences;
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To exercise knowledge of first-aid
procedures when need arises;
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To ensure University vehicles are
serviced as scheduled;
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To report any defects on University
vehicles to the supervisor;
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Perform routine vehicle inspection
and maintenance including checking the oil, fuel, brakes, lights, windshield,
wipers, water and tyre pressures and advise on further maintenance aspects for
the vehicle;
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Be responsible for the safety and
security of bus or vehicle assigned;
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To abide by all Traffic Laws when
handling the University vehicle.
Qualifications and Experience
The candidate should possess the
following qualifications and experience
Academic / Professional Qualification
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KCSE Certificate level training;
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Valid driving License Class BCE /
Government Grade Test 2 or above
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Mechanical background & training
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5 to 6 years minimum of relevant work
experience
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Certificate of Good Conduct
Application Developer – Navision
Job Objective: Responsible
for Configuration and development activities to the University’s Microsoft
Dynamics NAV system.
In
addition to this, the Application
Developer will be required to analyze and contribute to functional specifications provided by business users and produce technical specifications in line with agreed standards and the primary focus will be Dynamics NAV development, with additional activities using SQL and NET, and creating integrations to Dynamics NAV.
Developer will be required to analyze and contribute to functional specifications provided by business users and produce technical specifications in line with agreed standards and the primary focus will be Dynamics NAV development, with additional activities using SQL and NET, and creating integrations to Dynamics NAV.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Configure, develop and deliver MS
Dynamics NAV software and components in all functional areas
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Create new and modify existing
customization and integrations as requested by the business units
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Perform data conversions, debug
system problems, and craft resolutions
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Test functionality developed by the
development team against business requirements
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Support and drive process change and
communication in line with NAV best practice
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Coordinate and contribute to end-user
training including development of system documentation and training materials
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Assist with functional specifications
of customizations and integrations required for NAV implementations
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Provide pre-go-live and post-go-live
end user support
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Take responsibility for the
customized unit programming and overall system functionality
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Work with the Project Leaders and
Consultants to understand the business / application requirements of the
assigned task
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Creation of technical documentation
for all customizations and integrations
Qualifications and Experience
The
candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:
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Bachelor degree in Computer Science,
Information Technology, ICT or any other relevant course
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3 to 4 years’ experience in active
application development is preferable
Other Skills and Competencies
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Experience as a software developer
specifically working with NAV C/SIDE C/AL a plus development language
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Role Tailored Client (RTC)
development experience (including page and report development in Visual Studio)
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SQL Experience a plus
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Web Development / SharePoint
programming experience a plus
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Prior NAV upgrade and data migration
experiences highly desired
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Ability to translate customer
business requirements and specifications into code solutions along with the
ability to develop and manage hours’ estimates
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Capable of managing multiple
assignments simultaneously
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Able to understand, communicate and
interpret key user business processes and requirements
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Excellent organizational skills with
the ability to balance multiple demands
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Proven ability to write effective
system and process documentation – including business and system requirements,
process diagrams, and data flow charts
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Exceptional customer service skills,
follows up with clients and team members, and takes initiative to anticipate
and solve problems
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Effective time management skills
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Ability to establish priorities, work
independently and proceed with objectives with a minimum of supervision
Manager – Amagoro Centre
Job Objective: To
manage the Centre in line with overall University Strategic Plan
Duties and Responsibilities:
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To steer the centre in the strategic
direction of the University;
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Anchor the financial performance of
the centre as a strategic business unit of the university;
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Develop a business plan for the
Centre focusing on recruitment and retention of students;
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Prepare and manage annual budget for
the Centre;
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Oversee the day to day academic and
administrative functions of the Centre;
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Prepare progress report on academic
and business performance of the Centre;
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In consultation with HR at Main
Campus, oversee the recruitment of staff at the Centre;
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In consultation with Procurement
Manager at the Main Campus, oversee the acquisition of goods and services at
the Centre;
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Oversee management of facilities of
the Centre;
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Develop a risk management framework
of the Centre;
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Mentor, train and develop staff;
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In consultation with Main Campus,
enter into various negotiations and agreements on behalf of the institution
relating to financial,
contractual and community affairs;
contractual and community affairs;
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Represent the Centre in
academic/non-academic meetings;
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In liaison with main campus, carry
out fund raising activities for the Centre
Qualifications and Experience
The
candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience
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Master’s Degree
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4 to 5 years proven work record at
Senior Supervisory level
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Professional qualification in
Accounting is an added advantage
Other Skills and Competences
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Understanding of TVET sector
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Financial Management skills
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Report writing skills;
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Supervisory skills;
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Communication and interpersonal
skills;
Interested
candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter
indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV, and three referees via
email to hr@kca.ac.ke so as to be received not later than 9th November, 2018.
KCAU
staff are encouraged to apply.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
The
Director Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.O Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi.
KCA University,
P.O Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi.