Massive Recruitment at National Housing Corporation (NHC) - 59 Position

Ref: NHC/77/2024

NHC Job Grade: 11

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

1. Driving vehicles as authorized;
2. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles;
3. Detecting and report malfunctioning of vehicles system;
4. Maintaining records of vehicles;
5. Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;
6. Overseeing safety of the passengers and or goods therein;
7. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
8. Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws; and
9. Reporting any accidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. At least four (4) years driving experience
2. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Valid driving license;
4. First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT), St. John Ambulance or equivalent from a recognized institution.
5. Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III; and
6. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to meet deadlines;
5. Ability to work with and supervise others;
6. Customer focus;
7. Customer focus;

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Ref: NHC/60/2024

NHC Job Grade: 5

Job Specification:

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:-

1. Providing input in the development of the HR strategies, policies and procedures;
2. Undertaking Training Needs Analysis, projections and develop training programs assisting in recruitment,
3. Consolidating information for payroll processing;
4. Managing benefits and welfare schemes within the framework of human resource management objectives,
5. Verifying and maintaining human resource records in an accurate and timely manner;
6. Coordinating employee counseling services;
7. Providing secretariat to the Human Resource Advisory Committee; and
8. Coordinating staff performance appraisal.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

1. At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a Supervisory role;
2. Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Public\Business Administration, Commerce (HR Option) or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
3. Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
4. Certified Human Resource Professional Certificate (CHRP - K);
5. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
6. Membership to Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) in good standing.
7. Proficiency in computer application skills;
8. Fulfills the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;

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Ref No: NHC/61/2024

NHC Job Grade: 5

Job Specification:

Duties and Responsibilities in this cadre will entail:-

1. Coordinate Development, implementation, monitoring and reviewing of administrative policies, procedures, strategies and programs;
2. Coordinate transport services including repair, maintenance, insurance and licensing of vehicles;
3. Coordinate provision of Security services and ensure safety of persons, property and the work-place environment.
4. Coordinating registries, mail delivery and courier services
5. Ensuring maintenance office equipment, facilities and assets; and
6. Generating reports on operations, maintenance and utilization of equipment.
7. Carrying out grounds maintenance and custodial services.
8. Ensure effective records management and archiving in NHC
9. Reviewing and approving reports on operations, maintenance and utilization

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

1. At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) must have been in a supervisory role;
2. Bachelors Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Masters degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Management, Fleet Management, Public Administration, Political Science or any other related and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
4. Membership to relevant professional body where applicable;
5. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
6. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;

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Ref No: NHC/70/2024

NHC Job Grade: 7

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

• Undertaking cadastral surveys to facilitate acquisition of ownership documents;
• Carrying out Engineering surveys to inform designs and implementation of housing and infrastructure projects;
• Undertaking sectional property surveys to facilitate acquisition of ownership documents for the completed units;
• Undertaking re-establishment of land boundary beacons to facilitate implementation of projects;
• Carrying out necessary surveys and prepare documentation to assist in resolution of land boundary disputes affecting NHC properties;
• Performing any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time;

Person Specification:

• Bachelors Degree in Land Survey, Geo-spatial Engineering, Geomatic Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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Ref No:NHC/71/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

• Participating in feasibility study and planning for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Preparing engineering designs, technical specifications and drawings;
• Seeking and obtaining County and statutory approvals for engineering designs and drawings;
• Preparing tender and contract documentation for engineering aspects;
• Participate in evaluation of contractual claims;
• Liaison with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals of engineering aspects;
• Participating in the tendering processes of housing and infrastructure projects;
• Supervise construction of housing and infrastructure projects to ensure quality and adherence to specification with respect to engineering aspects;
• Undertake stakeholder engagement for infrastructure projects and matters;
• Initiate collaboration with project enablers such as utility and service providers;
• Appraisal and Certification of completed engineering works and issue necessary certificates;
• Prepare documents required to seek and obtain certificate of occupation;
• Ensure proper custody of all project designs, drawings and standard operation manuals;
• Participate in research on housing and infrastructure designs, technology and materials;
• Preparing material schedules and labour costs for maintenance works in liaison with Estates Directorate;
• Guide Engineering Assistant in execution of engineering duties.

Person Specification:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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Ref No:NHC/72/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

• Participating in feasibility study and planning for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Preparing engineering designs, technical specifications and drawings;
• Seeking and obtaining County and statutory approvals for engineering designs and drawings;
• Preparing tender and contract documentation for engineering aspects;
• Participate in evaluation of contractual claims;
• Liaison with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals of engineering aspects;
• Participating in the tendering processes of housing and infrastructure projects;
• Supervise construction of housing and infrastructure projects to ensure quality and adherence to specification with respect to engineering aspects;
• Undertake stakeholder engagement for infrastructure projects and matters;
• Initiate collaboration with project enablers such as utility and service providers;
• Appraisal and Certification of completed engineering works and issue necessary certificates;
• Prepare documents required to seek and obtain certificate of occupation;
• Ensure proper custody of all project designs, drawings and standard operation manuals;
• Participate in research on housing and infrastructure designs, technology and materials;
• Preparing material schedules and labour costs for maintenance works in liaison with Estates Directorate;
• Guide Engineering Assistant in execution of engineering duties.

Person Specification:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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Ref No: NHC/69/2024

NHC Job Grade: 7

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

1. Participating in planning and analysis for housing and infrastructure projects;
2. Preparing of cost estimates for housing and infrastructure projects;
3. Preparing of project financial estimates (expenditure & income) and scheduling to inform the Corporation’s budgeting process;
4. Preparing tender and contract documents for housing and infrastructure projects;
5. Participating in procurement processes for housing and infrastructure projects;
6. Measuring works and prepare interim payment valuations and certificates ;
7. Undertaking valuations of variations arising from site instructions and/or revision of designs and specifications;
8. Participating in evaluation of contractual claims;
9. Undertaking financial appraisals to monitor and control costs;
10. Measuring works and prepare final accounts and certificates for project closure.
11. Collecting, maintain and update data on construction rates and prices of building materials.
12. Preparing material schedules and labour costs for maintenance works.
13. Providing necessary documents, expertise and participate in dispute resolution mechanism.
14. Determining the selling price of completed housing units.
15. Guiding Quantity Survey Assistants in execution of their duties.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

1. Bachelors Degree in Quantity Survey, Building Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Proficiency in computer applications; and
3. Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to meet deadlines;
4. Customer focus;

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Ref No: NHC/66/2024

NHC Job Grade: 6

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

1. Directing and coordinating administrative and technical operations of the land survey section;
2. Supervising and coordinating staff working under him/her;
3. Preparing documentation to facilitate acquisition of land for project development;
4. Undertaking cadastral and sectional property surveys to facilitate acquisition of ownership documents for the completed units;
5. Carrying out Engineering surveys to inform designs and implementation of housing and infrastructure projects;
6. Undertaking re-establishment of land boundary beacons to facilitate implementation of projects;
7. Carrying out necessary surveys and prepare documentation to assist in resolution of land boundary disputes affecting NHC properties;
8. Keeping custody of survey equipment and ensure they are calibrated to required standards; and
9. Keeping custody of survey records including maps, beacon certificates and reports of legal descriptions of surveys;
10. Performing any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time;

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
2. Bachelors Degree in Land Survey, Geo-spatial Engineering, Geomatic Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Graduate Member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (I.S.K) or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
4. Registered by the Land Surveyors Board (L.S.B) of Kenya as Approved Assistant Surveyor;
5. Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Proficiency in computer applications; and
7. Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;

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Re No: NHC/65/2024

NHC Job Grade: 6

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

1. Initiating formulation, implementation, monitoring and review of procedures and standards for undertaking architectural designs and construction work;
2. Providing information for feasibility study and planning for housing projects;
3. Preparing architectural designs, specifications and drawings;
4. Obtaining County and statutory approvals for architectural designs and drawings;
5. Reviewing tender and contract documentation for architectural and building aspects;
6. Participation in evaluation of contractual claims;
7. Participating in procurement processes for housing projects;
8. Undertaking monitoring and evaluation of housing projects;
9. Supervision of construction of housing projects to ensure quality and adherence to specifications;
10. Preparation of requisite documents for obtaining certificate of occupation;
11. Participation in research on housing and architectural designs, technology and materials;
12. Training of students and guiding interns attached to Architectural Department;

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
2. Bachelors Degree in Architecture or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Graduate member of the Architectural Association of Kenya (A.A.K) or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
4. Registered as a Graduate Architect by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS);
5. Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Proficiency in computer applications; and
7. Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;

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 NHC/76/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

• Documenting of procedures and standards for undertaking Quantity Survey and contract documentation work;
• Preparing of material schedules, bills of quantities and tender documents;
• Developing of print-outs and copies of tender and contract documents;
• Consolidating, referencing and custody of documents;
• Project supervising, cost analysis & reporting on building and overall construction costs;
• Project costing appraisals in liaison with Engineers and Architects

Person Specification:

• Diploma in Quantity Survey, Building Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Customer focus;

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NHC/55/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

• Participating in formulation and implementation of interior design policies, strategies, procedures, and standards for undertaking design for construction works;
• Coordinating interior design operations;
• Advising on interior design matters;
• Participating in feasibility study and planning for housing projects;
• Preparing and approving interior designs, drawings, and specifications;
• Reviewing interior design contracts specifications for approval;
• Monitoring and supervising interior design projects to ensure quality, timeliness, cost, and specification;
• Certifying completed works in interior design;
• Liaising with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals;
• Preparing and implementing Interior Design Section’s performance contracts;
• Collecting, maintaining, and managing of interior design data;
• Training and development of departmental staff;
• Developing a comprehensive system of monitoring and evaluation of interior design programs and projects.
• Reviewing of Interior designs, specifications and drawings done by other staff in the Section;
• Review of tender documentation in liaison with Engineers and Quantity Surveyors;
• Oversee supervision of interior design projects and to ensure quality and specification;
• Reviews evaluation of contractual claims;
• Representing Interior Design Section and participating in technical, planning and marketing committees in the Corporation;
• Participating in research and development on housing & built environment designs, technology and materials.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least ten (10) years relevant work experience, four (4) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Interior Design or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Corporate Member of the Architectural Association of Kenya (A.A.K) or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
• Registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) as a Professional Architect;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/56/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:-

• Managing contractors’ overall performance on site and ensures that contractors adhere to statutory requirements and safety standards
• Supervising and inspects all work done by the contractor against specifications;
• Identifying design shortfalls and proposes corrective action
• Verifying quality of delivered material as per specification and ensures site stores are erected and managed as per specification
• Witnessing all relevant tests carried out by contractors on behalf of the project & contracts team or scheme managers
• Documenting and distributing Quality Assurance reports as per Quality Control Plan
• Verifying all physical work done by contractor as per contract and invoice documentation
• Verifying all installed material as per Bill of Material and as built drawing
• Determining material wastage and taking corrective action where necessary
• Verifying surplus material and ensuring proper documentation and storage
• Identifying cost of non-conformance, proposing solutions and distributes to all relevant parties
• Investigating all compensation events and ensures timely submission;
• Identifying all resource shortfalls to ensure successful project completion
• Facilitating all final inspections as well as the take-over and hand-over of all new assets
• Keeping and maintaining an up to date local site register and log books at all times
• Provide feedback on project related aspects to the project engineers, scheme managers or consultant.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have: -

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Quantity Survey, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Survey, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of either the Institute of Engineers/Quantity Surveyors/Architects/Land Surveyors or any other recognized professional body;
• Registered Professional with the relevant and applicable Board of Registration;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer Applications;
• Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/57/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

• Carrying out implementation, monitoring and periodic review of procedures and standards for undertaking engineering design and implementation of work;
• Ensure proper custody of Engineering procedures and manuals;
• Carrying out quality assurance and offer guidance to other Engineers on Engineering works;
• Coordination, supervision and review of work done by other Engineering staff to the level of Senior Engineer;
• Participate in feasibility study and planning for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Review of engineering designs, specifications and drawings done by external consultants contracted by NHC;
• Review of tender documentation in liaison with other Engineers, Architects and Quantity Surveyors;
• Participate in evaluation of contractual claims;
• Liaise with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals of engineering aspects;
• Participate in procurement processes in the Corporation;
• Undertake monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects;
• Supervise construction of housing and infrastructure projects to ensure quality and specification with respect to engineering aspects;
• Undertake stakeholder engagement for infrastructure projects and matters;
• Ensure collaboration with project enablers such as utility and service providers;
• Representing Engineering Department and participating in technical, planning and marketing committees in the Corporation;
• Participate in research and development on housing and infrastructure designs, technology and materials.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Corporate Membership with the Institution of Engineers of Kenya or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
• Registered by the Engineers Board of Kenya (E.B.K.) as a Professional Engineer;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/58/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

• Participating in planning and analysis for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Preparation of cost estimates for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Preparation of project financial estimates (expenditure & income) and scheduling to inform the Corporation’s budgeting process;
• Prepare tender and contract documents for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Participate in procurement processes for housing and infrastructure projects;
• Measure works and prepare interim payment valuations and certificates ;
• Undertake valuations of variations arising from site instructions and/or revision of designs and specifications;
• Participate in evaluation of contractual claims;
• Undertake financial appraisals to monitor and control costs;
• Measure works and prepare final accounts and certificates for project closure.
• Collect, maintain and update data on construction rates and prices of building materials.
• Prepare material schedules and labour costs for maintenance works.
• Provide necessary documents, expertise and participate in dispute resolution mechanism.
• Determine the selling price of completed housing units.
• Guide Quantity Survey Assistants in execution of their duties.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in Quantity Survey, Building Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Quantity Survey, Building Economics, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Corporate Member of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
• Registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) as a Professional Quantity Surveyor;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/59/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

• Carrying out implementation, monitoring and periodic review of procedures and standards for undertaking interior design and construction work;
• Ensuring proper custody of interior design procedures and manuals;
• Carrying out quality assurance and offer guidance to other interior designers on interior design works;
• Coordinating, supervising and reviewing of work done by other interior designers to the level of Senior Interior Designer;
• Participating in feasibility study and planning for interior design projects;
• Reviewing of interior designs, specifications and drawings done by external consultants contracted by NHC;
• Reviewing of tender documentation interior designs;
• Participating in evaluation of contractual claims;
• Liaising with necessary agencies/authorities for inspections and approvals of interior designs aspects;
• Participating in procurement processes for housing projects;
• Undertaking monitoring and evaluation of interior designs projects;
• Supervising interior design projects to ensure quality and adherence to specifications;
• Undertaking stakeholder engagement for interior design projects and matters;
• Preparing material schedules and Labour costs for maintenance works in liaison with Estates Department;
• Representing Interior Design Section and participating in technical, planning and marketing committees in the Corporation;
• Participating in research on interior designs, technology and materials;
• Participating in training of students and interns attached to Interior Design Section;

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Interior Design or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Corporate Member of the Architectural Association of Kenya or any other recognized professional body in good standing;
• Registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) as Professional Architect;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting in:

• Directing and coordinating administrative and technical operations of the land survey section;
• Liaising with necessary agencies/authorities to obtain approvals;
• Reviewing job request, with Manager, Land Survey Services and field staff; determines, coordinate and assembles job data needed.
• Coordinating, evaluating and monitoring land surveyors working under him and recommend for promotion;
• Reviewing, plans, coordinates and directs the schedules of works for survey staff to maintain work request deadline for various Corporation projects;
• Compiling, translates electronic surveys and manual field data; operates computer programs and coordinating all survey data at the Corporation;
• Providing assistance to office and field staff as required;
• Reviewing all data of surveys activities for accuracy and completion;
• Personally performs a variety of complex, technical surveying and drafting work, prepares reports and corresponding related to surveying;
• Providing for the training of Survey staff, evaluates performance, recommend promotions and disciplinary actions;
• Investigating and resolved boundary dispute;
• Assisting in compilation of document leading to the drawing up of the boundary plans, titles, leases and sub-leases;
• Undertaking geodetic, cadastral, sectional property and engineering surveys and mapping to informs design, implementation of housing and infrastructure project and acquisition of ownership documents;
• Undertaking re-establishment of land boundary beacons to facilitate implementation of projects;
• Keeping custody of survey equipment and ensure they are calibrated to required standards; and

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in Land Survey, Geo-spatial Engineering, Geomatic Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Customer focus;

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 NHC/75/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in:

• Implementing Estates management policies, strategies, procedure and standards/guidelines in line with the Corporation’s key corporate objectives;
• Administering lease and tenant purchase agreements as per the Corporation’s policies and guidelines
• Collecting rent and tenant purchase loan repayments.
• Assessing rent levels for approval and carrying out rent reviews of all Corporation property.
• Attending to tenants’ problems, welfare and disputes;
• Undertaking pre-occupancy education of tenants/purchasers of NHC Estates.
• Undertaking repairs and maintenance of Corporation property;
• Carrying out inspections, preparing and implementing maintenance schedules;
• Preparing, collecting and accounting for service charge;
• Undertaking service charge administration
• Administering Service Contract for common services such as security, cleaning and garbage collection, among others.
• Facilitating the prompt payment of statutory payments (land rates, land rents) and utility bills (water and electricity).
• Supporting Corporation Estates management related litigation processes.
• Letting and selling new and old Estates (both residential and commercial).
• Carrying out feasibility studies, property market survey/studies and/or supervise valuation/feasibility studies/exercises.
• Liaising with relevant Directorate in preparing “cost-in-use” reports annually to determine use of materials in construction works.
• Supporting the undertaking of user requirement surveys in relation to accommodation, type, material use, ease of maintenance and life cycle costs and forward findings to the design team.
• Carrying out periodic rental assessments/surveys;
• Supporting the process of title acquisition of property ownership documents.
• Supporting the preparation and updating the Corporation’s asset register.
• Ensuring compliance with occupational safety and health safety regulations and guidelines;

Person Specification:

For appointment for this position a candidate must have;

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Estates Management, Building Construction, Real Estates Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Customer focus;

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 NHC/78/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Undertaking general and routine servicing of plant and equipment;
• Performing cleaning services for plant and equipment and ensure tidiness of the working environment;
• Collecting, sorting and disposing general workshop/plant waste;
• Ensuring safe custody of cleaning materials, tools and equipment;
• Assisting in preparing and servicing machinery and equipment;
• Moving or carrying office equipment, furniture and ensure orderly arrangement;
• Operating machinery and equipment;
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance of the property equipment and accessories such as elevators, escalators, water pumps, fire equipment and generators;
• Conducting inspection of facilities to identify, confirm and report any maintenance related issues or potential problems for escalation and action;
• Undertaking construction works, repairs and maintenance of building and infrastructure;
• Working with the immediate supervisor to requisition for repairs as required
• Assisting in preparing payment memos for contractors and utility bills;
• Addressing minor tenant complaints;
• Booking outside contractors for repair;
• Acting as the caretaker of the estate;
• Preparing repair and maintenance reports.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• National Trade Test II certificate in the area of specialization or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfils the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work with and supervise others;
• Customer focus;

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 NHC/53/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Developing and implementing Sales and Marketing policies, strategies, plans, manuals and programs;
• Undertaking Sales and Marketing activities and campaigns;
• Spearheading market research activities, surveys and studies;
• Creating programs to enhance awareness on the organizations products and services;
• Establishing and developing relationships with relevant stakeholders to create opportunities for products and services;
• Providing market information and customer feedback for development and improvement of products and services;
• Managing customer relationships to ensure retention and loyalty;

Person Specification:

• At least twelve (12) years work experience, five (5) of which must have been in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor Degree in any of the following fields: Commerce (Marketing Option), Business Administration (Marketing Option), Marketing, Business Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution; OR Bachelors Degree with a Postgraduate diploma in Sales and Marketing from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Marketing, Business Administration (Marketing Option) or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• A Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Membership to relevant professional body where applicable; and
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/79/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting:

• Undertake general and routine servicing of plant and equipment;
• Perform cleaning services for plant and equipment and ensure tidiness of the working environment;
• Collect, sort and dispose general workshop/plant waste;
• Ensure safe custody of cleaning materials, tools and equipment;
• Assist in preparing and servicing machinery and equipment;
• Move or carry office equipment, furniture and ensure orderly arrangement;
• Operate machinery and equipment;
• Carry out repairs and maintenance of the property equipment and accessories such as elevators, escalators, water pumps, fire equipment and generators;
• Conduct inspection of facilities to identify, confirm and report any maintenance related issues or potential problems for escalation and action;
• Undertake construction works, repairs and maintenance of building and infrastructure;
• Work with the immediate supervisor to requisition for repairs as required
• Address minor tenant complaints

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-

• National Trade Test III certificate in the area of specialization or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Fulfils the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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NHC/63/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail;

• Initiating the development of research strategy/protocols/guidelines (Housing Research)
• Reviewing relevant proposals and prioritizing areas of research
• Coordinating the research process
• Identifying research funding partnerships
• Organizing sensitization for staff on research and innovation strategy/protocols and guidelines.
• Drafting reports on research findings and innovations
• Initiate the publication and dissemination of information on housing research
• Monitoring the implementation of Research strategy and other initiatives
• Coordinating dissemination of research findings to relevant stakeholders/Departments
• Identifying positive research findings on new products and services at the Corporation.
• Developing new ideas, techniques, methodologies, approaches, practices and procedures in data analysis
• Initiating development of research strategy/protocols/guidelines
• Assisting in preparing large datasets for public access
• Developing Research Proposals.
• Initiating training, capacity building and technology transfer proposals; ( CAPACITY BUILDING & TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER)
• Initiating training, capacity building and technology transfer proposals;
• Evaluating training, capacity building and technology transfer proposals;
• Preparing proposals on design of training, capacity building and technology transfer programs;
• Designing training needs analysis methodologies and instruments;
• Conducting and coordinate training programs;
• Ensuring effective and timely communication and messaging to trainees; and
• Preparing budgets.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have:

• At least eight (8) years work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a supervisory position;
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of a recognized professional body and in good standing;
• Registered with relevant professional regulatory body;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/64/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail; ( HOUSING RESEARCH)

• Collecting information for the development of research and innovation strategy/protocols/guidelines
• Drafting relevant research proposals
• Facilitating the research process
• Collecting data for various research /surveys and studies.
• Drafting reports and research findings
• Preparing and monitoring the implementation of Research and Innovation strategy and other initiatives
• Carrying out data analysis for various researches
• Drafting Innovation reports
• Developing new ideas, techniques, methodologies, approaches, practices and procedures in data analysis
• Assisting in preparing large datasets for public access

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have:

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Graduate member of a recognized professional body and in good standing;
• Registered with relevant professional regulatory body;
• Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/68/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in;

• Collecting information for the development of research and innovation strategy/protocols/guidelines
• Collecting data towards development of research proposals
• Collecting and collating data from the field for various researches/surveys/Feasibility studies
• Carrying out desktop studies to support research
• Carrying out data quality checks
• Carrying out data analysis for various researches
• Drafting research reports
• Assisting in preparing large datasets for public access.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapters six (6) of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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NHC/62/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Implementing and reviewing Estates management policies, strategies, procedure and standards/guidelines in line with the Corporation’s key corporate objectives;
• In liaison with head of legal services, preparing necessary lease and conveyancing documents and agreements.
• Negotiating and administering lease and tenant purchase agreements as per the Corporation’s policies and guidelines
• Collecting rent and tenant purchase loan repayments.
• Assessing rent levels for approval and carrying out rent reviews of all Corporation property.
• Attending to tenants’ problems, welfare and disputes;
• Undertaking pre-occupancy education of tenants/purchasers of NHC Estates.
• Undertaking repairs and maintenance of Corporation property;
• Carrying out inspections, preparing and implementing maintenance schedules;
• Preparing, collecting and accounting for service charge;
• Undertaking service charge administration
• Administering Service Contract for common services such as security, cleaning and garbage collection, among others.
• Facilitating the prompt payment of statutory payments (land rates, land rents) and utility bills (water and electricity).
• Supporting Corporation Estates management related litigation processes.
• Letting and selling new and old Estates (both residential and commercial).
• Carrying out feasibility studies, property market survey/studies and/or supervise valuation/feasibility studies/exercises.
• Liaising with relevant Directorate in preparing “cost-in-use” reports annually to determine use of materials in construction works.
• Liaising with relevant Directorate in undertaking user requirement surveys in relation to accommodation, type, material use, ease of maintenance and life cycle costs and forward findings to the design team.
• Carrying out periodic rental assessments/surveys, open market valuations for book and insurance purposes, sales etc.
• Supporting the process of title acquisition of property ownership documents.
• Advising on appropriateness and pricing for land to be acquired for projects.
• Reviewing rental yield annually.
• Supporting the preparation and updating the Corporation’s asset register.
• Ensuring compliance with occupational safety and health safety regulations and guidelines;

Person Specification:

For appointment for this position a candidate must have;

• At least Eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Land economics, Real Estate or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following: Valuation and Property Management, Housing, Real Estate or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registration by Valuers Registration Board, Estates Agency Registration Board with valid practicing Certificate;
• Member of the Institution of Surveyor of Kenya or any other recognized professional body;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/51/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Formulating, implementing and reviewing policies, strategies procedures and guidelines on research, innovation and capacity building (development);
• Coordinating research in housing related matters
• Ensuring the collection and dissemination of information concerning housing and related matters
• Ensuing patent registration;
• Promoting conducive environment for innovation;
• Overseeing training and capacity building
• Ensuring repairs and maintenance of machines and equipment within the production plant;
• Promoting production of new building technologies;
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and other requirements on research, innovation and production;
• Promoting research and use of affordable building technologies;
• Monitoring and ensuring quality standards of the Corporation’s building products;

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience five (5) of which should have been in a management role;
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership with relevant professional body such as Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (IQSK), Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), Institute of Construction Project Managers (ICPM), Association of Construction Managers of Kenya (ACMK;
• Registration with relevant professional regulatory bodies such as Board of Registration of Architects & Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS), Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB);
• Valid professional practicing license;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than six (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapters six (6) of the Constitution

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Administrative capabilities;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Negotiation skills;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/54/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Managing and directing research and innovation programs to meet Corporation’s needs and to capitalize on potential new products.
• Developing research protocols/guidelines/frameworks
• Preparing NHC Research and Innovation Strategy;
• Mobilization of research funding and partnerships;
• Planning and direct all aspects of an organization's research and innovation policies, objectives, and initiative;
• Developing a framework for identification, evaluation, patenting, designing of prototypes and incubation of innovations;
• Oversee coordination of linkage with industry for housing innovations deployment;
• Driving innovation and new technologies for new products and production processes
• Forging partnerships with relevant research institutions to support housing mandate.

Person Specification:

• At least twelve (12) years relevant work experience five (5) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of a recognized professional body and in good standing;
• Registered with relevant professional regulatory body;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/73/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in:

• Collecting information for the development of knowledge management strategy/guidelines;
• Drafting reports on NHC’s projects, impacts and outcomes;
• Assisting in gathering data, information and documentation of the same for the purpose of knowledge management;
• Collecting data on existing resource to inform its relevancy, accuracy and applicability in the institution and the industry;
• Assisting in the identification, collection, documentation, and storing of tacit/implicit knowledge and converting it into shared knowledge;
• Monitoring the implementation of Knowledge Management Strategy and other initiatives;
• Developing new ideas, approaches, practices and procedures in knowledge management;
• Identifies requisites books and periodicals; and
• Assisting in preparing of e-resources for public access.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Library Studies, Information Science, knowledge management, or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Customer focus;

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NHC/52/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail: -

• Managing contractors’ overall performance on site and ensures that contractors adhere to statutory requirements and safety standards
• Supervising and inspects all work done by the contractor against specifications;
• Identifying design shortfalls and proposes corrective action
• Verifying quality of delivered material as per specification and ensures site stores are erected and managed as per specification
• Witnessing all relevant tests carried out by contractors on behalf of the project & contracts team or scheme managers
• Documenting and distributing Quality Assurance reports as per Quality Control Plan
• Verifying all physical work done by contractor as per contract and invoice documentation
• Verifying all installed material as per Bill of Material and as built drawing
• Determining material wastage and taking corrective action where necessary
• Verifying surplus material and ensuring proper documentation and storage
• Identifying cost of non-conformance, proposing solutions and distributes to all relevant parties
• Investigating all compensation events and ensures timely submission;
• Identifying all resource shortfalls to ensure successful project completion
• Facilitating all final inspections as well as the take-over and hand-over of all new assets
• Keeping and maintaining an up to date local site register and log books at all times
• Provide feedback on project related aspects to the project engineers, scheme managers or consultant.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a person must have: -

• At least twelve (12) years work experience, five (5) of which must have been in a supervisory position;
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Quantity Survey, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Survey, Construction Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of either the Institute of Engineers/Quantity Surveyors/Architects/Land Surveyors or any other recognized professional body;
• Registered Professional with the relevant and applicable Board of Registration;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer Applications;
• Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;

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NHC/67/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

• Implementing and reviewing policies, strategies, procedures and standards on physical planning and land survey;
• Collecting, analyzing site, geographical data and preparing physical development plans to guide housing schemes;
• Preparing land use plans and obtaining change of user as required;
• Providing information for feasibility study and planning of housing and infrastructure projects;
• Supervising outsourced consultants such as Land Surveyors and Physical Planners to ensure implementation of their services to specifications;
• Undertaking research on physical planning and urbanization;
• Ensuring custody of physical planning records;

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in Planning, Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR Bachelors Degree in relevant field and Post Graduate diploma in Planning, Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Masters Degree Planning, Physical Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Regional Planning or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Member of the Kenya Institute of Planners or Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planning Chapter) or any other recognized professional body in good standing and where applicable;
• Registered by the Physical Planners Registration Board applicable;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfills the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to supervise others;
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Customer focus;
• Decision making skills;
• Report/Minute writing skills;