Recruitment at KCAA

 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 position.


Civil Engineer Aerodromes

(REF: NO. ASSR/AAS/10/12)

Department / Section: ANS and Aerodromes Standards

Reports To: Chief Inspector – ANS and Aerodromes

Job Purpose:

To approve aerodromes designs and developments and conduct safety oversight activities of aerodromes including inspection, audits and surveillance.

Scope of work / duties / responsibilities

    Approves aeronautical studies conducted by the operators and/or conduct such studies as may be requires by the Authority.
    Plans and conducts aerodrome inspection, audit and surveillance activities.
    Prepares and reviews inspections/audit and surveillance reports for approval / certification, as well as other evaluations and tests conducted.
    Designs, and reviews for approval, construction activities and amendments to structural design within the vicinity of aerodromes.
    Reviews and improves inspection processes, forms, checklists and reporting mechanisms.
    Performs inspections, audits and surveillance activities of aerodromes for approval / certification purposes.
    Evaluates construction activities and structural modifications / developments within the vicinity of the aerodrome and makes appropriate recommendations.
    Inspects construction activities to ensure compliance with approved standards.
    Submits regular periodic reports on inspection / surveillance activities.
    Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Inspector – Aerodromes.

Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
    Must be a registered Engineer with the ERB
    Knowledge of Aerodromes operations will be an added advantage
    A masters degree will be an added advantage.

Experience

    At least 3 years working experience in a related field.

Knowledge and skills

    Ability to identify non-compliance issues and unsafe practices and to advise operators on remedial actions.
    Knowledge of the inspection process, with an ability to diagnose issues and propose improvements in the process.
    In-depth knowledge of aerodrome / airstrip layout and design.
    Knowledge of applications used for desktop analysis of structures.
    Proficiency in office suite and desktop publishing tools.
    Knowledge of relevant ICAO standards and recommended practices and Civil Aviation Regulations will be an added advantage.

Manager –Procurement

REF: PO/01

Department / Section: Procurement Office

Reports To: Director General

Job Purpose:

Manages the procurement processes for the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods/ works/services

Scope of work / duties / responsibilities

    Responsible for efficient and effective operation of the procurement department;
    Manage the supply chain function of KCAA which includes among others the disposal of unserviceable/obsolete or excess items, inventory management, contract negotiation and management together with respective user departments, procurement of goods, services and works
    Develop, disseminate, monitor implementation and review Procurement policies, procedures, processes and guidelines including tenders in the Authority while ensuring compliance with procurement legislation;
    Develop, facilitate, implement, monitor and review KCAA annual procurement plans;
    Perform secretarial services to the Tender Committee and Disposal Committee;
    Co-ordinate the preparation of tenders for advertisement, opening and evaluation;
    Offer technical/professional advice to management on best materials management practices in ordering, receiving and issuing of stores goods/materials;
    Maintains archive records of the procurement section;
    Prepare and submit statutory periodic reports to PPOA as required;
    Manages and develop staff in the department as pertains procurement profession;
    Any other task that may be assigned by management from time to time.

Qualifications

    A relevant Masters’ Degree (social or science field such as supplies management, business administration, commerce, economic) from a recognized University) is a must;
    Professional Qualifications: Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) from a recognized institution, or equivalent;
    Member of the Kenyan Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
    Certificate in management and/or leadership

Experience

    At least 8 years’ relevant experience in supplies management, 5 of which must be at a senior position.

Knowledge and skills

    Knowledge of the procurement Act and regulations;
    Good understanding of the various procurement needs of different functional areas and departments;
    Financial skills required to determine the most cost effective procurement method;
    Negotiation skills and a team player;
    Supervisory skills, delegating and monitoring work of staff of the department;
    Good communication skills with user departments and suppliers;
    Applicable Computer application skills;
    High level of integrity, demonstrate outstanding professional competence as reflected in work

Interested candidates are requested to forward their application letters attaching copies of certificates, other relevant testimonials and an upto-date CV indicating day-time telephone contact and full contacts details of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than January 9th 2013.

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. Female candidates are encouraged to apply and Persons with disabilities are advised to indicate their status in their applications for ease of identification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted