Brookhurst Head of Accommodation and Catering, Art/Design and English Teacher Jobs in Kenya

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Brookhurst International School is a multi-cultural boy’s boarding school for students aged 10-19 years. The school if founded on Christian faith but accommodate other faiths. 

Our curriculum affords students a chance to gain access to leading universities nationally and worldwide by offering British National Curriculum (BNC) .The school is located in Kiserian, Pipeline road - Kajiado district. 

Our driving force which also defines our purpose is to make a positive contribution to the world that we live in by empowering our students with skills and abilities to be the leaders and guardians of tomorrow. 

At the center of our school philosophy and approach is the pursuit of academic excellence and imparting of essential life skills to our students.

Head of Accommodation and Catering

  
Key duties

• Planning for catering requirements and budgets
• Overseeing quality production of food  and pastries
• Ensuring the catering department provide quality service to the students and other staff
• Implementing cost saving measures in bother catering and accommodation
• Managing staff working in catering and in hostel
• Supervising laundry work
• Supervising cleaning of accommodation facilities
• Working through with students to maintain high level standards in personal hygiene and organization

Key qualifications

• Diploma or degree in hotel management
• Experience of three years and above in busy establishment
• Experience of working in schools is an advantage
• Must have passion to work with children
• Must be a practicing Christian with a testimony
• Only female candidates above 27 years will be considered.

Art/Design and English Teacher

Qualifications

• Teaching experience of at least five  years
• A degree   in education specializing in Art and English
• Must provide evidence of students having achieved higher grades in examinations
• Experience of teaching  IGCSE  is an advantage
• Must have passion to work with children and instill highest levels of discipline
• Must be a practicing Christian with a testimony
• Be interested in sports

Send CV info@liaisonconsultants.co.ke and indicate the position you are applying by 10th July 2014. 

If you do not hear from us by July 20th July consider yourself unsuccessful this time round.

Curriculum Development Manager Job in Kenya

Curriculum Development Manager

Key Areas of Responsibilities
 

A description of the key responsibilities incumbent in this key post is provided below;

• To develop curriculum for a range of quality short-term / long-term hospitality training programs, and other commercial courses to generate income for the institute.
• Project manage identified training contracts and activities to ensure all agreed outputs / outcomes are delivered within time and to budget, that reporting requirements are met, that suitable trainers have been deployed.
• Work with Institute’s Principal, Dean of Studies and identified external partners to develop new demand driven short-term courses in hospitality.
• Lead on developing and delivering industrial attachment partnerships including marketing, employer engagement, learning mechanisms, provision of quality assessment requirements, contract management to ensure the successful completion of learners and undertake evaluation.
• Sell and market the institutions courses to universities and corporate clients
• Lead and manage the sales team to deliver the sales turnover as per the strategic plan
• Relationship management including regular liaison, provision of information, updating the website, development of an e-newsletter etc.
• Liaising with the Marketing Manager on branding design, production and approval
• Develop robust evaluation methodology and review techniques to monitor academic programs/products, quantify success and identify areas for improvement

Professional & Academic Qualification

• A Degree in a business related field from a recognized institution
• A master’s degree in marketing will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a curriculum development environment and at least 2 years of sales in the education industry
• Track record of achievements in previous engagements

Deadline: 26th May 2014
 

Email CV and salary requirements to recruitment@odumont.com with “Curriculum Development Manager” in the subject line

NCCK Peace Education Field Officers Jobs at Dadaab Refugee Camp

National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

Field Officer, Peace Education - Dadaab Refugee Camp
 

4 Positions
 

Ref: FOPE - DRC

Reporting to the Sector Head (Peace Education) this position  is responsible for facilitating peace education, conflict prevention and resolution activities for various community groups in the Camp.

The position involves making recommendations to the Supervisor on issues relating to their area of work.

This is a residential non-accompanied posting.                            

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or Education or  equivalent
• 3 years relevant experience in refugee operations.

Other Competencies

• Practical knowledge of conflict management
• Good interpersonal skills
• Skills in report writing and ability to use digital photography

Qualified and interested candidates should download the NCCK Job Application Form (Click Here to Download), fill it out and send it via email to  recruitment@ncck.org before 5.00 p. m. on 30th May 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

University of Nairobi Lecturers Jobs in Kenya

University of Nairobi
 

Applicants are invited for the following positions:-

Lecturer, Department of Sociology & Social Work

1 Post

AC/4/76/14

(CHSS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in the relevant with specialization in Criminology from a recognized university. 

They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in Department’s activities.
 

Lecturer, School of Public Health

1 Post

AC/4/77/14

(CHS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Public Health or equivalent and a Master’s Degree in Public health or equivalent from a recognized university. Holders of an MBCHB, BDS or related from a recognized university will have an added advantage. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization and also handle administrative duties as assigned by the Director, School of Public Health

Lecturer, Department of Paediatrics & Child Health

2 Posts

AC/4/78/14

(CHS)
 

Applicants must be holders of an MBChB or equivalent and a Master’s Degree in Paediatric & Child Health or equivalent from a recognized university. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity. 

They should have specialist recognition as a Paeditrician from the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board and a valid practicing license. Those with teaching /training experience in a Paediatric & Child Health related field will have an added advantage.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization and also provide clinical services at teaching hospitals of the UoN.

Lecturer, Department of Food Science, Nutrition & Technology

2 Posts 

AC/4/79/14

(CAVS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics/ Clinical Nutrition with a strong bias in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics. 

Applicants with a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics/Nutrition with a strong bias in Clinical Nutrition and at least three years teaching/practical from a recognized institution and have registered for a PhD degree will also be considered . 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity. 

They must be registered with the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieteticians Institute (KNDI). Preference will be given to those who are registered Dieteticians / Clinical Nutritionists and / or have worked in clinical settings.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, develop courses and undertake further research in the areas of specialization.

Lecturer (Leather Science Programme), Department of Public Health, Pharmacology & Toxicology

1 Post

AC/4/80/14

(CAVS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Leather Science or related area or a Master’s Degree in Leather Science and at least three years teaching experience at university level and have registered for a PhD degree from a recognized university. 

They must have research experience with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books since last promotion and show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in Leather Science & Technology and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and undertake further research in the areas of specialization.
 

Lecturer, Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
1 Post 

AC/4/81/14

(CHS)

Applicants must be holders of a Master’s degree in Dental Surgery (MDS) in Orthodontics or its equivalent from a recognized university. 

They must have at least three (3) years’ teaching experience t university level. In addition they must have a minimum of two (2) Publications in Refereed Journals or two (2) Chapters in Scholarly books. 

They must be registered or registrable by the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.
 

The successful candidates will be expected to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.
 

Lecturer, School of Mathematics

1 Post

AC/4/82/14

(CBPS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Pure or Applied Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science from a recognized university. They should show evidence of continuing research activity.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization and also participate in Department’s activities.
 

Part-Time Lecturer, Department of Business Administration

Nairobi-6 Posts, Kisumu-2 Posts, Mombasa-2 Posts

AC/4/83/14

(CHSS)
 

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Business Administration in any of the following areas: Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Marketing, Human Resource and Strategic Management from a recognized university.

Applicants who possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent and have at least three (3) years teaching experience at University level and are registered for a PhD degree will also be considered. They should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or two chapters in scholarly books.
 

They should show evidence of continuing research activity. Applicants should clearly indicate the area of specialization and campus for which they wish to be considered. This is mandatory.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.

Note:
 

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
 

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
 

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
 

Codes

• R&T. The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
• CAVS. The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CHSS. The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CAE. The Principal, College of Architecture & Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi
• CHS. The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CBPS. The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
• CEES. The Principal, College of Education & External Studies, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, April 25, 2014.

Teaching Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Teachers

A well-established private secondary School in Nairobi, is looking to fill various teaching vacancies as part of its growth and mission to become the leading institution in the region.

We are seeking teachers teaching the following subjects:

• English
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Business studies
• Physics
• Geography
• Biology
• History

Applicants must have graduated with at least second class honors and should have some teaching experience preferably one year and above. 

However, we are also giving recently graduated teachers an opportunity provided they have the ability, commitment and desire to produce better results for the school.

Applicants are required to send the CV/Resume together with relevant testimonials that include; Scanned (degree certificate, ID photo and other relevant testimonials). 

The applicants should also provide rough estimates of the Salary they expect to be paid if successful.

All Applications should be sent to jobs@titanskenya.com before March 30th

NB: Kindly note that we only accept online applications and we do not charge applicants any fee to hold or accept their applications in our database

Shining Hope for Communities Upper Primary Literacy & Social Studies Teacher Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Shining Hope for Communities has developed an innovative, community-driven model to combat inter-generational cycles of poverty and gender inequality in Nairobi’s Kibera slum. 

We link free schools for girls to accessible social services for all. In August 2009, we founded The Kibera School for Girls, the first entirely free school for girls in Kibera. 

The second step of our model provides the community-at-large with tangible benefits through a community center adjacent to the school. 

The unique services we offer include sanitary eco-toilets, a library and cyber café, gender violence support, microenterprise for HIV positive women, a youth center, access to water, business and literacy training, and hundreds of jobs. 

We also operate the Johanna Justin-Jinich Community Clinic, which specializes in primary care and maternal health. 

By investing in health and economic success through a school for girls, we demonstrate that benefitting women benefits the whole community, cultivating a community ethos that makes women respected members of society.

Shining Hope for Communities invites applications from suitably qualified applicants to fill the following vacant position:-

Upper Primary Literacy & Social Studies Teacher
 

Location: Kibera
Reports to: Kibera School for Girls Headmistress
Hours: Monday- Friday, 7am to 5pm
 

Primary Purpose:

To create a flexible upper primary Literacy & Social Studies program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper elementary grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members

About Kibera School for Girls:

The Kibera School for Girls is the first free primary school for girls in the Kibera slum. 

The school strives to empower the young women of Kibera to imagine and then enact their own solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems by providing a superior education. 

The Kibera School for Girls creates lifelong learners who take with them the skills to change their own lives and feel a responsibility to give back to others.

School Mission:

• The Kibera School for Girls provides an education rooted in principles of tolerance, creativity, and self-directed learning. The school provides a supportive environment for young women to realize their full potentials through a strong arts program, a focus on literacy, a science and math program, and opportunities for students to find and learn about their own passions.
• The Kibera School for Girls was founded based on recognition of a need for educational reform in Kenya and a desperate need for empowering educational spaces for women. By providing all female role models, employing talented and passionate female teachers and staff from Kibera, and serving the neediest students the school is a beacon of hope.
• We believe in teaching children that anything is possible with hard work and education, in classrooms where children learn at their own pace, and in creating an environment that is challenging, engaging, and creative.
• Through principles of creativity, non-discrimination, free education, and communal and parental engagement The Kibera School for Girls will bring social and systemic change to pass.

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Teaches upper primary literacy and social studies using KSG’s curriculum.
• Works with elementary school teachers to further develop and improve their literacy and social studies knowledge and lessons.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Assesses students’ literacy skills and social studies knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with school and national testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.

Candidate Requirements  

• Bachelors of Education. With a concentration in Language and Humanities preferred. 
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used to teach literacy and social studies instruction for grades 4-8. 
• At least three years of experience teaching middle-school literacy. 
• Desire to be held accountable for student academic growth and academic results. 
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team of teachers. 
• Analytical problem-solver and solutions-oriented strategic thinker who overcomes difficult challenges. 
• Technological proficiency.
• Professional demeanor, strong work-ethic, detail-driven work style with excellent organizational skills. 
• Ambitious nature interested in growing as an educator and reaching high standards professionally.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should send their applications together with a detailed CV to the HR Manager, jobs@shininghopeforcommunities.org

So as to reach us no later than 28th February 2014

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Aga Khan University Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning Job in Kenya

The Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, not for profit, international University first established in 1983, with 11 teaching sites in eight countries. 

The University invites applications for the following position:
 

Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning
 

The incumbent will lead the University’s strategic decision making, planning and management by conceptualizing, developing and maintaining university wide data resources.

S/he will be responsible for the development of Databook, high level institutional research services, forecasting, benchmarking and processing requests for data analysis to assist the academic leadership in decision making based on facts and figures.

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in statistical analysis, institutional research, and research methodology. 

S/he should have five years’ experience in higher education or similar setting with at least two years’ relevant experience in data analytics, simulation modeling techniques and business analysis.

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials to, the 

Human Resources Manager,

Aga Khan University, 

P.O. Box 39340 - 00623, 

Parklands Nairobi 

Email: hr.ans@aku.edu 

so as to reach no later than 21st February 2014

For more information please visit www.aku.edu.