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EXCELLENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

1. Corporation Secretary

Duties and Responsibilities

The position reports to the Managing Director for efficient legal,

advisory and secretariat services to the Management and the Board

of Directors. The specific tasks will include:

• Participating in negotiations on concession related matters and

interpreting concession documents;• Providing legal advisory services to the Management and the Board

to ensure statutory compliance with existing law and regulatory

requirements;

• Providing Corporation secretarial services to the Board, and to the

Management committees of the corporation;

• Attending Board meetings and advising on legal requirements;

• Inducting new Board members and ensuring preservation of records

for all Board’s business;

• Developing and carrying out reviews of the code of conduct andmanual for the Board;

• Advising the Corporation on corporate governance and

environmental law issues;

• Ensuring KRC procurement contracts comply with set law and

regulation including local and international laws and regulations;

• Attending to disputes between various stakeholders including

customers and the Corporation and advising the corporation on all criminal

and civil litigation;

• Maintaining custody of the corporation seal;

• Appointing and liaising with external lawyers to represent the

Corporation;

• Regular review of contractual agreements to ensure adherence to the

terms therein;



• Handling legal issues relating to employee and pension liability

claims as well as carrying out due diligence investigations on claims; and

• Advising and guiding the Corporation on restitution processes for

illegally acquired land claims.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Degree;

• Masters Degree in Law or Business Administration will be an

added advantage;

• Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law);

• Certified Public Secretary (CPSK) and full member of ICPS(K);

• Must be an advocate of the high court;

• 10 years experience in Commercial Law practice, 3 of which

should have been at a management level in a medium size / largeCorporation;

• Civil Litigation as an added advantage;

• Strong analytical and organization skills;

• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer

applications;

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

2....................................................................................................Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager - RTI

The position will report to the Principal, Railway Training Institute and

responsible for implementing information, communication & Technology

systems required in supporting and driving the Institute business and

decision making process to enable it achieve strategic competitive

advantage.

The specific tasks will include:-

• Planning, administering and reviewing the acquisition,

development, maintenance and use of computer and

telecommunications systems within RTI;

• Formulating and enforcing information communication &

technology (ICT) policies, procedures and systems;



• Designing, developing, implementing and maintaining databases

and information systems for the institute;

• Planning and coordinating ICT activities such as installation and

upgrading of hardware and software programming and systems

design development of computer networks and implementing of

internets and internet site.• Overseeing the development, implementation and maintenance of

security network;

• Coordinating and implementing required systems by the institute

including ERP;

• Overseeing hardware maintenance, trouble shooting and user

computer disaster recovery structure training;

• Coordinating the design, development and implementing of

computer disaster recovery procedures to minimize on loss of

data/or systems;

• Prepare ICT budgets and proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Studies, Information/Systems

Technology OR Equivalent.

•

Relevant professional ICT qualifications such as MCSE – Microsoft Certified System Engineer

• 5 years experience, 3 of which must have been in a similar

capacity.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Team player and strong leadership and management skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

3. Planning Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

The position will report to the Research and Planning Manager. The

main responsibility will be assisting realizing the required contribution in

strategic planning by carrying out research and data analysis to enable



effective planning and achievement of the Corporation’s objectives. The

specific tasks will include:

• Assisting in managing the performance contracting process.

• Facilitating the Rapid Results Initiative (RRI’s).

•

Participating in Strategic Planning for the Corporation;• Preparing capital budget/expenditure in liaison for the Division;

• Assisting in preparing national plans and project appraisals;

• Managing time series;

• Assisting in preparing financial reports in liaison.

• Carrying out analysis on business projection and forecasting; and

• Preparing management papers.

• Preparing Monthly, quarterly and ad hoc reports

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business Management , Economics,

Commerce (marketing option) or equivalent from a recognized

University/ Institution

• 5 years experience 3 of which must be in relevant areas.

• Excellent analytical skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Team player Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office

computer applications

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

4. Estates Assistant (6 Positions)

Duties & Responsibilities

The Estates Assistant will report to the Estates Officer. The position willassist in the management of the Corporation’s real estate portfolio for

maximum returns. The specific duties will include:

• Implement policies and procedures to effectively manage property

• Perform a variety of administrative duties in ensuring compliance

with policies and laws affecting leasing of the property.



• Regular inspection of the Corporation’s landed assets

• Ensuring prompt and effective tenant/Landlord correspondences,

rent collections and site visits.

• Maintenance and updating of property/tenants records including

accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Provide day-to-day management of the property and maintainprofessional and courteous relationships with tenants and

stakeholders.

• Oversee security deposit administration including inspecting units

to determine resident’s balance or refund

• Assist the management with maintaining assets security

measures, documenting incidents, and sending proper

reports/notification to management.

• Reporting on monthly basis issues pertaining to asset/tenants

administration and management.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Diploma in Property Management or equivalent

• Certificate in proficiency in Microsoft Office: ICDL or equivalent

• 3 years experience in property management

• Demonstrate strong multitasking, communication,

organizational, and leadership skills. Proactive, creative and results

oriented

• Demonstrate ability to read, analyze and interpret lease related

documents, solve practical problems and deal with a variety of

situations.

• Ability to perform in a busy, multi-tasking work environment

• Ability to travel (between properties, training, errands, etc.) and

work anywhere in Kenya

5........................................................................................... Managem

ent Trainees (8 Positions)

Kenya Railways wishes to engage fresh graduates of 2009, 2010 and

2011 from recognized universities who are interested in developing a

career in the Railway industry in the following fields:

Land Survey - 2



Civil Engineering - 5

Communication Engineering - 1

Requirements

Interested applicants must have graduated with a Bachelors Degree

(Upper Second class Honors) from a recognized University/Institution inthe relevant field within 2009, 2010 or 2011.

TERMS OF OFFER FOR ALL THE POSITIONS

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and

responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate.

Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the Kenya Railways

application form, attach their testimonials and certificates and address

their applications to the:

Managing Director

Kenya Railways Corporation

P.O. Box 30121, 00100,

Nairobi

to be received by Friday 29th July, 2011 .

Note: Only the short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will

lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Railways Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Kenya Railways is ISO 9001:2008 certified

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