British High Commission Vacancies in Kenya

British High Commission Vice Consul Vacancies in Kenya


Responsibilities

  • Providing consular assistance to distressed British Nationals (BNs) in Somalia and South Sudan, by leading on high profile/complex cases and providing support for team members and honorary consuls on all other cases:
  • Staff and Resource management:
  • Liaison with local authorities and outreach to partner organisations:
  • Support Somalia, Nairobi and South Sudan on crisis preparations:
  • Wider Sub Saharan Africa network support

    Qualifications

  • Undergraduate Degree
  • Fluent in English and Somali
  • Good understanding of Somalian Culture
  • Minimum of 3 years work experience
  • Good communication skills
  • IT ability

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 13th December, 2017

    For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Vice Consul Vacancies in Kenya




    British High Commission Estates Admin Officer Vacancies in Kenya

    Responsibilities

  • Carry out monthly store spot checks for all stores at the BHC ensuring correct procedures have been followed and all paperwork corresponds.
  • Carry out inspections of properties after the furnishings team has completed the cleaning and furnishing of properties ready for new occupant.
  • Carry out departure from post checks for departing officers ensuring the officer is aware of their responsibilities before leaving post.
  • Arranging for monthly meter readings with the utility companies
  • Liaise with Deputy Estates manager on purchasing of new curtains/white goods/furniture for upcoming property refurbishments.
  • Secretary to the BHC Health and Safety Committee
  • Conduct health & safety checks of all properties prior to new occupants moving in and subsequent routine checks
  • Conduct health & safety checks at the main office
  • Supervising and spot checking external contractors ensuring they are fully compliant with health and safety best practice while on BHC premises.
  • Collation and filing of all Health and Safety documentation ensuring readily available for any spot checks on compliance with standards
  • Lead on Health and Safety messaging in the BHC raising awareness on H&S in the mission
  • Brief all new staff arrivals (UKB and LE) on health and safety best practices
  • Management of the Health & Safety budget

    Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years work experience
  • Undergraduate degree/Diploma in Business
  • Administration or Supply chain management
  • Experience of Health & safety work, inventory/store management or administration
  • Strong decision making skills and willingness to take initiative in own work
  • Proficient in computers
  • Fluent in English

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should
    apply online by 13th December, 2017

    For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Estates Admin Officer Vacancies in Kenya




    British High Commission Furnishings Assistant Vacancies in Kenya

    Responsibilities

  • Delivering of furniture and stationary around the BHC office, including setting up of meeting rooms as per Kenquiry details.
  • Delivering, moving, arranging and cleaning of furniture for official residential properties.
  • Ensuring that care is taken while moving furniture and white goods. At all times recording/bar coding items as and when they leave/return. Including recording delivery/removal notes at all times
  • Deep cleaning and furnishing properties as per FCO guidance taking care of all H&S guidance.
    Preparation, delivery and collection of domestic float for both office and residences
  • Routine maintenance of the furnishings stores and surrounding areas ensuring they are orderly, clean and free from hazards.
  • Working as part of a team in preparing properties for occupation
  • Reporting back to the furnishings supervisor any issues or items damaged missing from properties.
  • Driving furniture canter and/or minibus with goods to BHC properties around Nairobi; taking care to ensure no damage is caused to the goods in transit.
  • Update Pyramid and Kenquiry in the absence of the Furnishings supervisor.
  • Assisting other teams in the Mission with any heavy lifting, moves on an as need basis
  • Deputising for the furnishings supervisor on a rotational basis with other associates during periods of absence

    Qualifications

  • KCSE Certificate
  • Prior experience working in a warehouse
  • Valid B C E Class Kenya Driving Licence with clean driving record
  • Attention to detail and initiative, as well as good customer service skills
  • Good team player skills
  • Proficient written and spoken English
  • Heavy lifting capability (up to 45Kg)

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should apply online by 13th December, 2017

    For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Furnishings Assistant Vacancies in Kenya

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