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Job Title: Head of Legal Department Job Ref:  RVR.18/12/14/01 Rift Valley Railways is in the middle of a Ksh.25 billion ($287m) turnaround process with major investments going towards expanding and modernizing the fleet, improving rail infrastructure, introducing high-end technology with a vision towards building Africa’s premier rail and logistics services provider. The company seeks to recruit a high-capacity individual to Head the Company’s legal Department that provides legal and Company Secretarial services to the Board and Management so as to ensure effective management of: (a) all legal aspects of the company’s business and; (b) secretarial functions to the Board The Role Chief Legal Counsel to Management and the Board: Act as the first internal port of call on litigation and ensure timely handling of all legal matters to and from the Company,Board Company Secretarial Services: Provide professional secretarial services to Board in line with the legislative and corporate governa...

Title: Commercial Manager - Sales Reports Directly To:  General Manager Reports Indirectly To:  Finance Manager Indirect Reports (Numbers):  Customer Service Executive, Freight Coordinators Purpose: Take full responsibility for EARHL KPI’s to grow volumes / revenues, customer management as well as the Company brand. Key Duties/Responsibilities Sales and marketing of the company’s services as per targets that will be agreed on with the General Manager;Managing the existing clients relationship to ensure satisfaction and continued business;Identifying new markets/business opportunities and developing these to ensure increased market share;Developing annual Sales plans and strategies and analyzing performance reports to identify areas of improvement;Gathering competitor and customer data through field sales activities in order to understand the local market trends and competitors activities;Carrying out market and competitor intelligence activities and sharing of the information within t...

1. Estate Officer Duties & Responsibilities The Estates Officer will report to the Real Estates Manager. The position will manage the Corporation’s real estate portfolio for maximum returns. The specific duties will include: Effective management of real estate assets in the specific region for value maximization,Oversee the collection of rent, preparation of tenancy agreements, compliance with lease terms and all required property notices,Co-ordinate with local authorities on all rating issues and prepare payment schedule for property rates,Carrying out rent reviews and letting in the assigned region,Facilitating recovery of outstanding rent arrears and other dues,Monitoring leasing of properties to ensure that they are being leased in accordance with corporation’s policy and annual budget,Perform regular inspections of property, and direct alterations, maintenance and reconditioning of property as necessary,Carrying out rental assessment and valuation of the corporations property...

Focal point for locomotives design, manufacture, procurement and commissioning.Focal point for design, construction and commissioning of locomotives maintenance and fuelling facilitiesFocal point for training including induction and capacity building for all cadre of staff in all locomotives issuesParticipating in setting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (provide practicing certificate). At least fifteen (15) years of professional engineering experience including eight (10) years in locomotives design or manufacture or maintenance.Knowledge of locomotives used in standard gauge railways an added advantageDemonstrate understanding of general railway operations and maintenance Terms of Offer : An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate. How t...

Vacancy: Project Manager Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer for the following: The focal point in KR for Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) development issues and head of the Project Implementation Department (PID).Provide a link between the Supervision Consultant and EPC Contractor;Provide secretariat duties for all KR and Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure SGR consultations and meetingsCustodian of all SGR related correspondenceFocal point for SGR development in the regionResponsible for monitoring the project and approving project expenditure. Requirements Bachelor degree in Engineering (provide practicing certificate);Twenty (20) years professional railway experience and eight (8) years in management position;Knowledge of SGR development requirement in the Country and the Region and particularly Mombasa – Nairobi SGR Project with respect to engineering, financing, human resource requirement among others;Fluent in spoken and written EnglishGood wri...

Management Trainees The Corporation wishes to engage fresh graduates of 2011,2012 and 2013 from recognized universities who are interested in developing a career in the Railway industry in the following fields: Quantity Survey Civil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringICT & TelecommunicationElectrical Engineering  SignallingHuman Resources ManagementEnvironmental StudiesProcurement FinanceBusiness Management/AdministrationPublic Relations/Mass communication Requirements Interested applicants must have graduated with a Bachelors Degree (minimum of Upper Second Class Honors) from a recognized  University/ Institution in the relevant field within 2011, 2012 or 2013. Terms of Offer : An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the Kenya Railways application form ( click here to download ), attach their testimonials and ...

Architect Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for all architectural interventions including designs and finishing works.Training including induction and capacity building for all staff in architectural interventions and finishing work sectionParticipating in setting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.In general, the Architect will assess the suitability of contractor’s designs of all the building and landscaping works and monitor quality control during construction of the buildings.Bachelor degree in Architecture Fifteen (15) years professional experience and ten (10) years of in an active design office or construction sites.Familiar with Kenyan building code and regulations.Participation as a lead architect in at least 2 projects with at least one project completed, in the last 3 years Terms of Offer : An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of th...

Civil Engineer (General) Duties and Responsibilities Handling miscellaneous civil engineering structures design and construction works including supply chain, materials testing and commissioning.Training including induction and capacity building of staff in miscellaneous civil engineering structures design and constructionSetting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.Setting up safety, health and environmental sustenance rules and regulation at all working places and labour camps;Monitoring safety etc at working places and labour camps.Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (provide practicing certificate)Fifteen (15) years professional experience and ten (10) years in general civil engineering designs and construction including roads, buildings, water supply, wastes disposal (solid and liquid), etc.Fluent in spoken and written EnglishGood writing and speaking skills in English.Demonstrate understanding o...

Estate Officer Duties & Responsibilities The Estates Officer will report to the Real Estates Manager.  The position will manage the Corporation’s real estate portfolio for maximum returns.  The specific duties will include: Effective management of real estate assets in the specific region for value maximization,Oversee the collection of rent, preparation of tenancy agreements, compliance with lease terms and  all required property notices,Co-ordinate with local authorities on all rating issues and prepare payment schedule for property rates,Carrying out rent reviews and letting in the  assigned region,Facilitating recovery of outstanding rent arrears and other dues, Monitoring leasing of properties to ensure that they are being leased in accordance with corporation’s policy and annual budget,Perform regular inspections of property, and direct alterations, maintenance and reconditioning of property as necessary,Carrying out rental assessment and valuation of the corporations proper...

Assistant Land Surveyors Duties and Responsibilities Carrying out: topographical surveys, engineering surveys and cadastral surveys for the railway development projects.Facilitate in survey and registration of corporations landPreparation of land acquisition plans for the proposed SGR projects.Carry out engineering surveys for the proposed infrastructure projects;Maintenance of land information system in the spatial database.Identification of affected properties by the proposed projects.Mapping out the corporation’s rail corridor reserve for the proposed railway development projects;Monitoring way leaves infringements and approvals; andPegging out allocated leases. Requirements Bachelors Degree in Surveying/ Geomatics EngineeringMember of Institution of Surveyors of Kenya, Land Surveyors Training in GIS/GPS/Remote sensing/Land Administration and Management.3 years experience in a busy environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills Team player Competences in GIS applicatio...

Electrical Engineer Duties and Responsibilities Focal point for railway power supply throughout the system with respect to ICT interventions designs, installations and testing.Focal point for electricity supply required during construction and commissioning phases paying particular attention to manufacturing facilities and labour camps.Focal point for electricity supply network design and commissioning of maintenance facilities.Focal point for training (including induction and capacity building) for all cadre of staff in all electricity supply interventions.Participating in setting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering (provide copy of practicing certificate)Fifteen (15) years of professional experience and ten (10) years experience in the design or operation or construction or maintenance of electrical power supply systems ranging transmission (up to 66 KV) to d...

Communications and ICT Engineer Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for railway communications and ICT interventions design, manufacture, procurement and commissioning.Responsible for communication and ICT support required during the construction and commissioning of the railway.Focal point for railway communications and ICT interventions design and commissioning of maintenance facilities.Focal point for training (including induction and capacity building) for all cadre of staff in all railway requirement for communication and ICT interventions.Participating in setting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management. Requirements Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering (provide copy of practicing certificate).Fifteen (15) years professional experience and ten (10) years experience in design and installation of telecommunications and ICT facilities.Knowledge of modern communications and ICT interventions for ...

Rolling Stock Engineer Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for railway passenger coaches and freight wagons design, manufacture, procurement and commissioning.Dealing with design, construction and commissioning of railway passenger coaches and freight wagons maintenance.Training including induction and capacity building for all cadre of staff in all railway passenger coaches and freight wagons issuesParticipating in setting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (provide copy of practicing certificate). Twenty (20) years of professional experience and fifteen (15) years experience in railway passenger coaches and freight wagons design or manufacture or maintenance.Knowledge of passenger coaches and freight wagons design used in standard gauge railways an added advantageDemonstrate understanding of general railway operations and maintenance. Term...

Cartographer Duties and Responsibilities Preparation and compilation of plans and mapsDrafting of plans and maps for land acquisitionMaintenance of plans and maps for durable and safe keepingMaintaining an inventory of the ownership data for purposes of compensation and closer.Diploma in CartographyCompetency in Cartographic applications3 years experience Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Team player Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applicationsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines Terms of Offer : An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the Kenya Railways application form ( click here to download ), attach their testimonials and certificates and address their applications to the: Managing Director Kenya Railways Corporation P.O. Box 30121, 00100, Nairobi ...

Railway Track Engineer I Duties and responsibilities Will deputize for the Project ManagerFocal point for all railway track infrastructure development issues including components manufacture, supply, testing and commissioningFocal point for all cadre of staff induction, training and capacity building in railway tack infrastructure developmentSetting and monitoring implementation schemes and milestonesPreparing monthly progress reports and other reports for Management.Setting up safety, health and environmental sustenance rules and regulation at all working places and labour camps ; monitoring safety etc at working places and labour camps.Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering Twenty (20) years professional experience in civil engineering and 15 years (15) experience in railway track design or construction/maintenanceKnowledge of railway operations will be an added advantageFluent in spoken and written EnglishDemonstrate understanding general railway operationsBe a team player Railway T...

GIS Technicians Duties and Responsibilities Maintenance of spatial information database for the corporation’s infrastructure and landed assets.Capturing and Geo-referencing of the route design plans for purposes of identification of affected propertiesMaintenance of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database for the corporation;Digitisation of the hard copy maps and plansCapturing and Updating information in the GIS database;Preparation of thematic maps.Updating the register for the acquired land.Degree in Geospatial analysis or related fieldMembers of the Geospatial chapter of the ISKCompetency in GIS applications3 years experienceExcellent analytical skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills Team player Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Terms of Offer : An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates ...

Financial Accountant Duties and Responsibilities     Manage and lead the day to day finance activities to ensure effective  and efficient financial reporting.Assisting in formulating sound financial policy procedures and control systems;Carrying out review of financial management systems and procedures;Ensuring preparation of monthly trial balance and financial and management statements as per set requirements and standards;Ensuring appropriate maintenance of the general ledger and balancing and reconciling control accounts;Formulating costing and revenue policies and systems that ensure the accounting of all costs incurred and revenue collected; Preparing special financial reports e.g. creditors, capital expenditure, specified tax returns and schedules;Ensuring the fixed assets register is appropriately maintained and updated;Authorising expenditure up to set limits;Overseeing preparation and management of the payroll;Ensuring all statutory deductions and payments are made;Liaising w...

Kenya Railways Corporation, a state corporation is looking to hire the following positions: Project Manager, Railway Track Engineer I, Railway Engineer II, Civil Engineer (General), Architect, Locomotives Engineer, Rolling Stock Engineer, Signal Engineer, Communications And ICT Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Land Surveyors, Financial Accountant, GIS Technicians.Other vacancies are for a Cartographer, Management Trainees And Estate Officer. The application form, details of the duties, responsibilities and qualifications for each position are available on the Kenya Railways website  www.krc.co.ke Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the Kenya railways application form, attach their testimonials and certificates and address their applications to:Managing Director, Kenya Railways Corporation, P.O. Box 30121,00100, Nairobi, Kenya.To be received by Friday 6th June 2014.Note: Those who had applied for these positions previously need not apply.