Technical Jobs in Kenya

Carpentry and Joinery / Building and Construction / Plumbing / Electricals / Refrigeration / Mobile Phones / Automobile Trainers
 

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position
 

We are urgently looking for Trainers who have relevant training and experience in atleast two of the fields mentioned above. 

Successful candidate will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as a Trainer and will be required to train students on the two fields of expertise. 

The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing, customizing and delivering curriculum.
• Theoretical and practical instruction in the area of specialization;
• preparing and maintaining of schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, teaching and learning materials and trainee records;
• carrying out trainee assessment; ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment;
• conducting co-curricular activities; maintain trainee discipline; guidance and counseling of trainees;
• Monitoring trainees on field work and industrial attachment and compiling progress reports.
• Assist students get internships and employment opportunities.
• To source for guest lecturers and organize field visits for the trainees.
• To help the trainees to find internship and employment opportunities.
• Assist in the recruitment of students into the programme.

Skills Required

• Excellent Presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Networking skills a must.
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Proven Carpentry skills.
• Willingness to work in tough and competitive environment.

Requirements

• One (1) year working experience in any of the two fields highlighted.
• Aged 25- 35 years.
• Must be mature and with the right attitude.
• KCSE and Relevant Diploma/Certificate.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have passion of working with young people.

How to apply
 

This position is on full time basis. 

To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 20th June 2013.

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 

Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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NGO Jobs in Kenya - WSTF

Water Services Trust Fund
 

Financial support for improved access to water and sanitation
 

1. Re- Advertisement

 

Position: Finance Manager
 

Reporting: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.
 

Location: Nairobi
 

The Finance Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the financial affairs of Water Services Trust Fund
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Specific Duties at this level will include but not limited to;

• Take charge of the finance function and ensure the development of the financial management strategy and sound financial management systems
• Provide leadership in the formulation, implementation, analysis and reporting of financial management policies and strategies
• Provide leadership in the preparation of the budget in line with the strategic plan, and monitor and control to enhance effective utilization
• Reviewing donor contracts, cash flow and other financial projections in line with donor requirements
• Participate in financial negotiations with Development Partners and bankers
• Ensure timely preparation of the annual financial statements, donor management reports, monitor and reconcile the same
• Support the Resource Mobilization activities of the Fund
• Ensure timely the preparation of the Funds payroll and statutory returns
• Ensure timely project financial monitoring and reporting
• Implement internal and external audits recommendations
• Ensure timely disbursement and accounting of funds by agents
• Build financial management capacity of Water Service Providers, Communities and Water Resource users associations
• Supervise, appraise and develop staff in finance department
• Ensure proper management of the ICT and Procurement function in the Fund
• Taxation planning and management
• Cash management
• Ensure proper internal control

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Finance or business related field such as, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Management or Economics from a recognized Institution.
• Masters in Finance orin a related field.
• CPA(K) or ACCA
• At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a reputable organization, three (3) of which must be at a senior management level, preferably as head of the finance function
• Member of a professional body (ICPAK)/ ACCA
• Experience in project accounting is an added advantage

Personal Attributes

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.

Skills

• Computerized accounting.
• Financial management systems.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Knowledge in ISO management systems.

2. Advertisement
 

Position: Technical Auditor
 

Reporting: Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

Key duties and responsibilities will include and not limited to;

• Assessing the adequacy of internal controls over funds received by the project and supported institutions.
• Carry out technical audit of funded projects.
• Assess the adequacy of the systems of control over procurements of supplies, equipment and services.
• Verification of disbursements received and expenditures incurred.
• Evaluate expenditures at the project level, the recipient institutions and implementing agents against the authorized work plans so as to assess their relevance, appropriateness and general enforceability.
• Monitoring and Evaluation, inspection and audit of the completed technical works for quality and quantity timeline.
• Review the technical works and propose measures, procedures, tools, and actions that can contribute to the improvement of the quality of funded projects.
• Carry out technical audit of funded projects to determine compliance to engineering and technical standards.
• Coordination of Auditors and Audi-tees.
• Follow up audit issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree in Civil Engineering (Building or Construction) or any relevant degree.
• Masters degree in a related field.
• Registered member of a professional body.
• At least 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• Audit experience in a large Audit and Consultancy firm will be an added advantage.
• Experience in project management.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with above qualification and experience requirement will be offered to the successful applicants.

How to apply
 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications with the job title clearly marked on the envelope to the address below. 

Your application should include a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate, copies of your academic and professional certificate and testimonials and copies of professional membership(s) certificates. 

It should also include details of telephone contacts, email address, current position and immediate supervisor position, current and expected remuneration and three referees; one academic and two professionals.
 

Chief Executive Officer,
Water Services Trust Fund,
Hill, Mara Road, CIC Plaza, 1st Floor 

P.O Box 49699 - 00100, 

Nairobi.
 

To be received not later than close of business 9th May 2013.
 

Water Services Trust Fund is an equal employer and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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3 Technicians Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Home Appliances Technician 

3 Positions

Location: Nairobi
 

Industry: Home Electrical Appliances Supplies
 

Our client, a leading distributor of home electrical appliances seeks experienced Technicians to repair and service white goods (cookers, microwaves, fridges, water dispensers,) and to offer technical support to customers and fellow staff with courteous.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair and service of white goods (fridges, cookers, microwaves)
• Attend to in-home jobs
• Do on site installations of home appliances and repair
• Set up, clean, operate and test units before releasing all repaired items
• Explaining to clients on the functionality of the items repaired /serviced
• Any other duties as maybe assigned by superior

Qualifications/experience

• A Diploma or certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or closely related field
• At least 2 years experience in repair and service of home appliances
• Excellent communication skills
• A person of High integrity

If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 19th April, 2013. 

Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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G4S Management Trainees, Bid Services Manager,Health & Safety Manager, Technical Manager, and Sales Executives jobs in Kenya

G4S is the world’s leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange and has an additional stock exchange listing in Copenhagen.G45 has operations in more than I25 countries and more than 635,000 employees.

G4S operates in over 25 countries in Africa and employs over 110,000 people on the continent.

At 045 Africa, our vision is to be recognized as the leader in providing security solutions.

We therefore endeavour to build and maintain a motivated, capable workforce who are proud to work for our region and able to deliver our commercial strategy.

We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the Group in order to fully engage our workforce.

Our employees are the public face of G45 and we recognize and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.

G4S is an organization which ¡s defined by its values, which are:
Customer Focus
Expertise
Performance
Best People
Integrity
Collaboration & Teamwork
One of the G45 Group’s core values is to ensure we employ the Best People. We strive to develop our employees’ competence and inspire them to live our values.

G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment.

At G4S Africa, we place great value on attracting and retaining the best people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organization.

To register for job opportunities with G45 Kenya, please visit our online Careers Centre at www.careers.g4s.com.

Currently, the following vacancies are available and we are inviting online applications by Thursday 25t April, 2013:-
Graduate Management Trainees
Bid Services Manager
Environment, Health & Safety Manager
Technical Manager
Sales Executives
For any further enquiries/clarifications, please contact:

Resourcing Manager
G4S Kenya Limited
P o. Box 30242—00100 GPO
Tel: +254-20-6982000
Mobile: 0722 314 392/0733 873 494,
Nairobi.

G4S Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best practice, diversity and equality.

Those who attempt to canvass will be disqualified from the process

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CRS Regional Technical Advisor Job in Kenya

Overview:

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) East Africa Regional Office (EARO) located in Nairobi, Kenya is one of the largest regions within the Agency and manages over 30% of the Agency’s resources. 

This level of investment poses inherent operational and compliance risks that need to be promptly identified and managed. 

Therefore the East Africa Regional Office is seeking a highly qualified senior candidate to fill the following position;

Regional Technical Advisor (RTA) – Risk Management and Systems Review
 

(Requisition #I1226 - Ref. OS004051)

Location: Nairobi

Primary Function:

The role of the RTA/Risk Management and Systems Review position focuses on Risk Management at the regional, country program and partner levels, and coordinating risk management efforts with country-based compliance/audit functions. 

The position assists the regional and country level management to develop, analyze and implement systems which allows the agency to increase operational efficiency, promote competitive niche in different operational areas within an environment of compliance and adequate Risk Management. 

The Position assists the Country Programs and the Region to develop the capacity to proactively manage Risk. 

The RTA/Risk Management will also be instrumental in regional and country-level capacity-building in identification, assessment and management of all categories of risks identified in CRS’ Risk Disclosure Report, Internal Audit reports and through Risk Assessments. 

The RTA/Risk Management will liaise with the DRD/MQ, RFO, MPI, and Internal & External Auditors in the coordination of major donor and country-level audits.

The RTA – Risk Management will lead a regional internal audit team with specific responsibilities for CP internal audits, risk management, fraud investigations and capacity building. RTA risk management will be the link with HQ Internal Audit.

Specific Job Responsibilities include:

• Risk Management
• Internal Control Assessments
• Audit Follow-Up
• Systems, Policy and Institutional Strengthening support

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• BA Accounting Degree or equivalent
• CIA/CMA/CPA/MBA preferred
• Five years compliance/audit, risk management
• Finance management experience as a team leader,
• Knowledge of A133 regulations and other compliance regulations
• Ability to develop constructive relationships
• Good stewardship of resources
• Ability to promote learning

Qualified Candidates should submit their application (cover letter and resume) by April 26, 2013 to the Catholic Relief Services Corporate Website at www.crs.org/about/careers -Requisition #I1226 – Position Ref. OS004051 - Technical Advisor Regional, Risk Mgt & Sys Dev, East Africa Regional Office
(EARO).

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Cadbury Kenya Massive Recruitment

Business Introduction

Cadbury Kenya & East Africa (CKL) is establishing the Nairobi Plant as a Centre of Excellence for manufacture of dry powders. This includes Cadbury Drinking Chocolate and Cadbury Cocoa.

Aligned to this strategic journey we are seeking to fill some roles based atour Nairobi Factory.

We are offering exciting career opportunities for someone with sound judgement,drive and a passion for winning.

If you are interested in joining us, apply for these positions.

Career Opportunities

QEHS Supervisor & Microbiology

1 Position

Reporting to: QEHS Manager

Job Purpose

This position will monitor, control and maintain EHS and food microbiological quality activities as per the set standards and procedures to ensure consistent product quality and safety; employees, contractors, visitors health and safety;and to protect and conserve the environment.

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Road Show Planner Job Vacancy in Kenya

Position Purpose: To enforce Distribution and Logistic Routines

Responsibilities

Reporting to Customer Service and Logistics Manager, the successful candidates main responsibilities will be:

• Daily Road show planning
• Daily follow-up on out of plan loads and contingency
• Customer service and management in regard to deliveries.
• Maintain compliance to Company Performance Management Guidelines,
• Ensure compliance to internal and external audits as per The Coca-Cola Quality Management Systems.

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Medical Lab Technician Job Kenya.

Job Description: Lab Technician Kenyan Jobs.

Reporting Date: Immediately

Reporting to: The Nurse
He / She collects blood and other samples from patients.

The officer will also prepare solutions, reagents and stains in accordance withstandard laboratory formulas 
and procedures.

He / she will be expected to operate basic laboratory equipments such ascentrifuge, analytical balance and PH meter.

The officer will maintain and make minor adjustments to equipments e.g.calibration and alignment.

He/she will record and compile daily readings on all temperature controlledlaboratory equipment and areas and maintain laboratory freezers and fridges.

The Officer will prioritize analysis according to customer requirements

Maintenance of local stock control records

Prioritize samples according to urgency

He/she shall comply with all relevant safety and infection control policies andprocedures and ensure tidiness of laboratory rooms and benches.

Minimum Requirements:

Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Minimum two years working experience in a busy medical laboratory.
Excellent knowledge of laboratory operations and procedures
MUST be able to carry out Laboratory Tests
Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansBoard.
Excellent computer skills and ability to work with minimum supervision.

To apply for this position send your Application Letter, CV and Certificates bythe 23rd of September 2011 to:

The Admin/HR Manager
Zinduka Afrika
P.O.Box 10213-00100

Email Address: info@zinduka-afrika.org,zinduka.afrika@gmail.com

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Information Technology Officer and Plant Electrician Jobs in Dadaab Kenya

Oxfam’sKenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slowonset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work.

Oxfam Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multipleactivities that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development andadvocacy for long lasting change in poverty reduction. 

Oxfam in Kenya works in the north, principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir,the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy andcoordination issues in multi stakeholder fora. 

Oxfam has launched its largest ever appeal in Africa in response to the massivefood crisis facing more than 12 million people across Ethiopia, Somalia andKenya. 

In Kenya, Oxfam aims to help 1.3 million people with clean water, cashinitiatives and veterinary support people’s livestock. 

To this end, we are seeking to fill the following positions:

Information Technology Officer

Location: Dadaab

Contract: Fixed Term contract upto March 2012

The IT Officer will be required to support the email system and ensure itsreliability in the Dadaab office, ensure effective data management in theserver including disaster recovery that ensures data is backed up andrestoration tested regularly to ensure business continuity as well as providesupport to programmes in implementing and maintaining applications that assistthem in their day to day work.

The post-holder will manage the deployment of crucial systems upgrade,configure hardware and setup according to the set global standards, organiseand conduct formal Induction to all new staff, as well as ensure usercompliance to internal policies and procedures and report to RegionalInformation & Systems Manager in case of violations. 

The incumbent of this position will contribute to budgeting and forecasting inrelation to IT equipment, provide first level support to hardware/softwaremaintenance & upgrades in the Dadaab office as well as act as the supportperson during system upgrades or rollouts by independently carrying out ISsystems upgrades in the Dadaab offices. 

To be successful in this role you will have a graduate in Computer Science orInformation systems and professional training on computers, with knowledge onLocal Area Networks, servers (basic hardware and software), possess high levelof competence in development and implementation of computerised systems and betechnically competent in area of specialisation and/or experience in ITworkflows. 

You will be required to have good written and verbal communication skills inEnglish, possess the ability to take initiative in problem solving andlearn/follow Oxfam policies and (technical) procedures to do the job. 

In-depth experience in similar role is mandatory.

Plant Electrician

Location: Dadaab

Contract: Fixed Term contract upto March 2012

The Plant electrician will be expected to service and maintain gensets andpumps by monitoring all the electrical installations in the generator rooms andmaking recommendations of their replacements or repairs.

S/he will be expected to retrieve, repair and install boreholes submersiblepumps, monitoring yield trends and behaviour of boreholes and suggest relevantremedial measures where necessary as well as repair and maintain standbycontrol panels, change over switches and other
electrical equipments in the workshop. 

The postholder will be expected to prepare weekly and monthly unit reports onjobs and conditions of all the relevant systems, do technical designs of thepower grid for the Oxfam compounds in Dadaab and also assist in supervision ofthe contractors doing upgrade or installations of the power grids in Oxfamcompounds.

To be successful in this role you will have a suitable qualification (Plantelectrician grade one/diploma plant option) coupled with in-depth experience inplant workshop and in relevant field work. 

You will be expected to be proficient in MS Office software and in possessionof excellent communication skills in English and Swahili languages (bothwritten and spoken). 

You should be willing and ready to work for long and odd hours and have theability to work with minimal supervision.

To apply

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CVdetailing your experience for the post and including daytime telephone contactand two referees, preferably your current line managers tokenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk 0R drop your application at Oxfam Dadaab main office notlater than 3rd October 2011.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within ourorganization

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Part Time Pharmacist Job in Kenya

Ecumenical Pharmaceutical Network invitesapplications from qualified persons for the position of part time pharmacist

Duties and responsibilities

Develop IEC materials for pharmacy courses targeted at different levels ofprofessionals.

Review and update existing EPN tools for pharmaceutical service delivery

Prepare articles and publications from reports of surveys and studies done

Review and update content for existing courses.

Qualifications required: 

• Bachelor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent.
• Experience in running pharmacy training courses will be an advantage

Job duration: Placement is for the periodOctober - December 2011, 15 - 20 hours per week

Interested persons should send an application letter with a detailed CV,expected remuneration per hour and hours of availability to jobs@epnetwork.org

Vacancy is open until filled. Only successful candidates will be notified.

For more information on EPN please visit www.epnetwork.org


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Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

AMREF is the largest international healthdevelopment non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments,AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basicright to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, SouthernSudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately$70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners. 

For more information visit our website www.amref.org.

We are seeking to fill the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)Assistant.

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant

Directorate: Programme Management Unit

Unit: Monitoring & Evaluation

Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters

Main Purpose of Job

To provide support to the M&E unit by ensuring effective coordination,planning, reporting and communication at the corporate, Regional, countryand/or programme and project levels.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Corporate M&E Leader

Key Responsibilities & Main Tasks

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Assisting in preparation of M&E tools, reports and other documentation
• Reviewing M&E documents and providing summaries for discussion

Data Management

• Assisting in data entry, collection, management and analysis on project and programme results
• Tabulating data and engaging in additional analysis

Reporting 

• Report writing on routine M&E activities

Logistical Support 

• Providing support in executing M&E functions
• Providing support during workshops, trainings and seminars
• Participating in trainings, seminars and workshops as necessary

Required Qualifications 

Education and knowledge 

• Bachelors degree in Public Health, Evaluation, International Development, Social Sciences, Statistics or other related field;
• Basic M&E concepts and tools
• Database management
• Statistical software

Experience

• At least 3 years experience working
• Practice with log-frame development
• Project and programme monitoring and evaluation
• Participatory development of indicators

Skills

• Attention to detail and facility with numeric data
• Ability to work in multi-cultural teams
• Excellent communications skills
• Analytical skills

Visit the AMREF vacancies website here to view the job specifications and applicationprocess. 

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application formattaching your CV. 

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

We encourage those interested to send their applications by Thursday, 29September 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environmentpolicy.

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Junior Technical Support Engineer Job in Kenya

Ourclient, an ICT company seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill theposition of a Junior Technical Support Engineer

Qualifications

1. Accredited Educational qualification in the relevant fields. Qualificationsin other quantitative disciplines or computer-related programs are included andadequately supplemented by highly relevant successful experience.

2. Must have Cisco CCNA certification.

3. Excellent interpersonal communications skills with end-users, functionalmanagers, and other computer technical professionals.

4. Active Directory training and experience.

5. Server Configuration and Administration.

6. Anti-Virus Configuration and Administration

7. VERITAS Backup Exec Configuration and Administration.

8. Workstation Configuration and Administration.

9. Checking on the network outage, emails configurations and checking oninternet traffic

11. Remote access and Virtual Private Network Configuration and Administration.

12. Firewall Configuration and Administration.

13. Remote Installation Services Configuration and Administration.

14. Terminal Server Configuration and Administration.

15. Performance Monitoring and Tuning.

16. Router Programming.

17. Disaster Recovery, including recovery from malicious programs.

18. Technical Support Experience for equipment and software.

19. Data Backup

20. ICT Systems Security and audit

If you meet the above minimum requirements kindly email your cv to:frankmconsult@yahoo.com, jobsfmc@yahoo.com

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Polybag Production Engineer Job in Tanga, Tanzania

Job Title: Polybag Production Engineer

Location: Tanga, Tanzania

Company Profile:Our client is a manufacturing company - producingcosmetics & plastics containers & packaging material.

Their polybag division has the following machines:

• Extruders
• Bag making machine
• Side sealing
• Bottom sealing
• Printing machine

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of process control, production quality, capacity utilization
• Production, Planning and control. Motivating subordinate team to achieve daily target.
• Allocation of manpower with respect to production.
• Training Shop floor supervisors, Line inspectors and newly joining employees.
• Reduction of customer complaint by process improvement.
• Analysis of process problems and troubleshooting
• Maintaining Production system documents
• To prepare daily production report
• Carry out weekly plan of production planning
• Knowledge of Industrial Electrical
• Trouble shooting of electrical and mechanical problems in machines
• Overseeing day to day production work
• Overseeing the activities of all the workforce
• Compiling monthly production reports
• Machines maintenance – Electrical and Mechanical
• Control of day to day production work
• Coordinating of Production Supervisors
• Preventative maintenance of machines
• Installation and commissioning of machines
• Attending to day to day machines breakdown
• Training electrician

Educational qualification:

• Diploma or BE with CIPET

Experience: Min.5 - 10 years 

Age limit: 30- 35 years

Benefits: 

• Basic house will be provided
• Transportation will be provided
• One month leave would be provided every year

To apply for this position send your CV tomycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted


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