Kenya Railways Proposed Resettlement Management Unit for the Implementation of Resettlement Action Plan Jobs

East Africa Trade & Transport FacilitationProject

Credit No. 41480-KE, Project No. P079734

Tender No.MOT/KRC/WB/04/12

Job Advertisement for Individual Specialistsfor the Proposed Resettlement Management Unit for the Implementation ofResettlement Action Plan (RAP) at Kibera & Mukuru in Nairobi, Kenya

This Job Advertisement follows the General Procurement Notice for the projectthat appeared in the UN Development Business No. 671 of January, 2006.

The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank towards thecost of the East Africa Trade and Transport Facilitation Project and intends toapply part of the proceeds to cover the cost of establishing and maintaining aResettlement Management Unit (ReMU).

The unit will manage the Kibera and Mukuru resettlement program and theconstruction of infrastructure for the resettlement and safety, along therailway reserve.

The office of the ReMU will be located near the relocation site and will carryout the following tasks:

a) Manage relocation and resettlement of Project Affected Persons

b) Manage social and economic issues including grievances and dispute arisingduring the implementation of the RAP.

c) Disseminate information and communication on the project

d) Oversee the construction of relocation and safety infrastructure including;housing and business units, bridges and footpaths and other infrastructure.

The REMU will report to the MOT/KRC PIT and on day to day basis they will beunder direct supervision of the MOT/KRC Project Manager.

The services are required for a period of approximately thirty six (36) months.The Experts will be engaged on one year renewable contracts subject toperformance.

The specialist/support staff consultants must have the following qualificationsand experience:

(i) Resettlement expert/Team leader: A Bachelor University Degree and a MastersDegree in a relevant filed such as social science, law, political science orsuch other equivalent qualification; A Post qualification experience of aminimum of 15 years ; experience in the implementation of involuntaryresettlement action programmes, experience working on World Bank financedproject or on project complying with World Bank involuntary resettlementpolicies and guidelines will be an added advantage; good understanding andknowledge of Government of Kenya operations and resettlement policies andprocedures; Good and proven management capability; Excellent public andinterpersonal skills.

The Team Leader will be responsible for:

• Management of relocation and resettlement of PAPs,
• Management of complains and dispute and related resolution mechanisms.
• Construction of relocation units, safety infrastructure and other engineering solutions.
• Management of information and communication.
• Conveyance and legal matters related to the implementation of the RAP.
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Drafting Terms of Reference for the RAP
• Independent Auditing

(ii) ReMU Project Engineer/Manager: A University Degree in Civil Engineering andmust be registered with Registration Board, or equivalent; minimum 15 yearspost qualification experience; hold a post graduate qualification in therelevant field from a recognised University; hands on experience in themanagement of the design and construction of civil and structural worksincluding related contract management; Good analytical skills; Excellent interpersonalskills; .

The ReMU Engineer will be responsible for managing:

• Engineering consultants
• Construction contractors and sub-contractors
• Engineering reports.
• Tender documentation and bidding process.
• Implementation of recommendations of Environmental Impact Assessment Report.
• Contractual matters arising from the RAP infrastructure development

(iii) Relocation and Mobilization Specialist: Degree in any social science, law orequivalent; 7 years post qualification experience, 5 of which should be handson experience in community mobilization work, experience gained working in anurban environment is an added advantage; experience working on World Bankfinanced project or on projects complying with World Bank involuntaryresettlement policies and guidelines or similar arrangements; experience indispute resolution at the community level; excellent community, public andinterpersonal skills.

The RMS will be responsible for

• Actual relocation and resettlement of PAPs
• Management of all social and economic issues.
• Building relationships and the mobilization of all the stakeholders
• maintaining a database of the relocation of PAP’s
• maintaining and managing a complaints log
• Developing and managing a complaints and dispute mechanism

(iv) Relocation Assistant: Degree in social sciences; 5 year postqualification experience working with communities, self driven and excellentcommunity and interpersonal skills. Work closely with RMS and particularly beresponsible for collection of field data, mobilization of communities, buildingof community linkages and helping set up community based self help groups.

(v) Legal expert: Bachelor degree in law (LLB) or equivalent;Registered with the Law Society of Kenya; Advocate of the High court of Kenyawith at least 5 years practising experience; expertise in litigation,resolution of disputes and preparation of leases; experience gained workingwith informal settlements will be an added advantage. Good analytical andcommunication skills.

The LE will be responsible for

• Providing the ReMU with secretarial service
• Managing all legal issues in the RAP process
• Preparing leases and other legal instruments
• Assisting in administration of grievances and disputes resolution
• Advising on appeals

(vi) Communications Expert: Postgraduate diploma in any communicationrelated disciplines; 5 years post qualification experience in communications;experience working with both print and electronic media. Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills.

The CE will be:

• Acting as Public Relations for KR and MOT for the RAP project
• Preparing and help disseminate information, education and communication materials.
• Managing press and media activities
• Archiving material on the RAP.

(vii) Project Accounts clerk: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Level II; Goodreport writing and presentation skills; excellent computer skills.

The Duties will include:

• Proper maintenance of the books of accounts
• Verification of receipts and making payments
• Preparing financial reports.
• Management of procurement and logistical activities.

(viii) Program Assistant/Administrative Assistant: Higher National Diploma in Secretarial servicesor equivalent PA qualifications; 8 years experience in a busy PA/Secretarialposition; Excellent public and interpersonal skills.

The PA will be responsible for:

• Front office management,
• Regulation of appointments
• Receiving and directing visitors,
• Management of day to day office administration duties
• Providing administrative support for staff.

(ix) Motor Driver/Office Assistant: Form four level education with a minimum Dplain; clean driving licence; minimum of 5 years clean driving experience;experience gained driving in urban areas will be an added advantage;certificate of good conduct.

Will provide the following services:

• Motor driving
• Office assistance

(x) Security Officers: Securityofficers who have served in a reputable security firm for a minimum of fiveyears. They will be responsible for providing security to office premises andthe staff.

The specialists and support staff will be selected in accordance with theprocedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment ofConsultants by the World Bank Borrowers, May 2004, revised in October 2006.

Those interested in the above vacancies must apply in writing stating how theirexperience and qualifications fit the position they wish to beconsidered for and availability. 

KRC wishes to fill the posts as soon as possible and hence applicants must bewilling to take up the posts on short notice. 

Applicants should enclose a current CV and copies of academic and professionalcertificates to reach the undersigned by 30th September 2011.

Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Transport
P.O Box 52692 - 00200
Nairobi

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