Kenya Airports Authority is Hiring: Airport Manager Job in Wajir | Reference: OPS/AM/WJR/04/JUNE 2024

Airport Manager Job in Wajir – Kenya Airports Authority

Job Title: Airport Manager, Wajir

Job Grade: S6
Positions Available: 1
Reference: OPS/AM/WJR/04/JUNE 2024
Posting Date: 2 days ago

Job Purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as an Airport Manager in Wajir. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership and overseeing the implementation of airport operational services to ensure business growth, a seamless customer experience, and the safety and security of passengers and airstrip users in line with national legislation and International Civil Aviation Standards & Recommended Practices.

Key Responsibilities

Coordination of Airport Operations:

• Collaborate with airport stakeholders, ministries, departments, and agencies to enhance the customer experience.

Implementation of the Airport Master Plan:

• Drive the execution of the airport master plan in consultation with stakeholders.

Emergency and Crisis Response:

• Coordinate emergency and crisis response activities at the airport.

Airport Security Plan Implementation:

• Implement and oversee airport security measures to ensure the safety of passengers and staff.

Safety Management System:

• Implement and maintain the safety management system at the airport.

Passenger and Airport User Facilitation:

• Oversee the seamless facilitation of passengers and airport users to enhance customer satisfaction.

Rescue and Firefighting Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with rescue and firefighting capacities commensurate with the aerodrome level of protection.

Promotion of Safe Aircraft Operations:

• Promote and ensure safe aircraft operations at the airport.

Contractual Compliance and Service Delivery:

• Coordinate compliance with contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and service delivery standards of third-party service providers.

Supervision of Contracts:

• Supervise contract implementation for goods and services.

Quality Management System:

• Implement and maintain a Quality Management System at the airport.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of working experience, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory position.
• Training: Must have training in Airport Operations.
• Compliance: Must meet Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 requirements, including:
  • Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
  • Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
  • Self-Declaration Form stamped by the Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
  • Certificate of Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
  • Clearance Certificate from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Application Criteria

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your application letter, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, a copy of the National Identity Card, a resume/curriculum vitae highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and names of three (3) professional referees who can speak of your competence, character, and integrity.

Submission of Applications

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their applications via electronic mail or in hard copy quoting the Job Reference on the email title line or on the envelope to:

General Manager, Human Resource Development
Kenya Airports Authority
Head Office, Airport North Road
P.O. Box 19001-00501
NAIROBI.
Email: recruitment@kaa.go.ke

To be considered, your application must be received no later than Monday, 24th June 2024 at 5.00 pm East African Time.

Company Overview

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. We provide an inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.

Our Culture and Benefits

At KAA, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your family.
• Retirement Plans: Attractive retirement plans to secure your future.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work-Life Balance: Policies that promote work-life balance, including paid time off and flexible working hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification. We do not charge any application or recruitment fees, whether refundable or not.

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We wish you the best of luck in your application. Our website is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. Remember, we are an equal opportunity employer and do not charge any application or recruitment fees.

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