Kenya Urban Roads Authority Job Opportunities

8. Kenya Urban Roads Authority Sociologist Jobs - Ref: KURA/P&E/SOC/17/6 - JG 5 – (1 Post)

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Sociologist, the incumbent will;

Prepare and implement Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs) and provide technical advice regarding their implementation;

Facilitate the investigation, verification and timely closure of complaints using the appropriate Grievance Redress Mechanism;

Deal with all social issues arising from the communities during and post construction and other stakeholder matters affecting the Authority;

Conduct social reviews of projects and supervises new portfolio;

Collect data and information on social issues;

Review road contracts and ensures social provisions are incorporated;

Undertake social surveys;

Establish linkages with consultants/stakeholders on social matters;

Coordinate implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions in road works;

Assess and evaluate ongoing projects;

Assess the level of awareness on major social issues affecting the public as a result of road infrastructure;

Facilitate Gender Mainstreaming in road projects;

Facilitate Social Impact Studies on new road designs;

Monitor and evaluate road works and ensure social concerns are properly addressed;

Perform any other lawful duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Competencies.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent degree from a recognized University;

Demonstrated experience in preparation and implementation of Resettlement Action Plans RAP;

Experience and solid understanding of best practice/standards in the area of involuntary resettlement and physical displacement – including various donor safeguards.

Experience in planning, organizing and undertaking Stakeholder Engagement processes;

Minimum of five (5) years overall experience, three (3) of which should be in the area of infrastructure projects;

Previous work experience in HIV/AIDS interventions, Donor Funded Projects, environmental & social impact assessment will be an added advantage;

Good interpersonal, communication and computer skills; and

Assertive and team player.

How to Apply:

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution. Specifically, they must obtain and present during the interview, copies of clearance certificates from the following institutions/organizations;

K.R.A;

H.E.L.B;

E.A.C.C;

C.I.D;

C.R.B.

Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should submit applications together with their updated CVs including details of their day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, while at the same time attaching copies of all certificates and testimonials to be hand delivered or mailed so as to reach the Director General at the address below not later than 7th April, 2017.

All envelopes/applications should have the respective job reference number clearly marked. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Kenya Urban Roads Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Director General
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)
IKM BUILDING, Tower B, 5th Ngong Avenue, Opposite Bishops Gate
P.O. Box 41727-00100,
GPO, Nairobi

For more information and job application details, see; KURA Jobs in Kenya

9. Kenya Urban Roads Authority Environmentalist Jobs - Ref: KURA/P&E/ENV/17/4 – JG 5 –

1 Post

Reporting to the Senior Environmentalist, the incumbent shall assist in ensuring that the operations, programs, projects and activities of the Authority adhere to all relevant legal and regulatory frameworks on environmental management.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate Environmental Impact Studies of roadworks and other projects;

Implement laws and policies of the Authority relating to environmental matters;

Assist in solving environmental issues affecting the general public and/or developers, landowners, and interest groups;

Assist in ensuring overall environmental compliance of all of the Authority's activities;

Assist in undertaking assessment, monitoring and evaluation of ongoing projects;

Collect and analyze data and information on environmental issues;

Sensitize the community and other stakeholders on environmental issues;

Assist in preparing periodic reports for the section; and

Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Competencies.

Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning and Management, Environmental Studies or a related academic qualification;

Should be Registered, Licensed and Practiced as an EIA/EA Associate Expert for at least 5 years;

Should have participated in conducting Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Audits, Environmental Monitoring of Road Infrastructure projects for at least 3 Years

Should have good communication and interpersonal skills; and

Have good ICT knowledge and skills.

How to Apply:

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution. Specifically, they must obtain and present during the interview, copies of clearance certificates from the following institutions/organizations;

K.R.A;

H.E.L.B;

E.A.C.C;

C.I.D;

C.R.B.

Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should submit applications together with their updated CVs including details of their day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, while at the same time attaching copies of all certificates and testimonials to be hand delivered or mailed so as to reach the Director General at the address below not later than 7th April, 2017.

All envelopes/applications should have the respective job reference number clearly marked. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Kenya Urban Roads Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Director General
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)
IKM BUILDING, Tower B, 5th Ngong Avenue, Opposite Bishops Gate
P.O. Box 41727-00100,
GPO, Nairobi

For more information and job application details, see; KURA Jobs in Kenya

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