Kenya Airports Authority is Hiring: Officer in Charge, Airstrips (Job Grade S5) – 6 Positions

Officer in Charge, Airstrips (Job Grade S5) – 6 Positions

1. Migori Airstrip – OPS/OIC/MGR/06/JUNE 2024
2. Lodwar Airstrip – OPS/OIC/LDR/07/JUNE 2024
3. Kakamega Airstrip – OPS/OIC/KK/08/JUNE 2024
4. Nanyuki Airstrip – OPS/OIC/NYK/09/JUNE 2024
5. Garissa Airstrip – OPS/OIC/GRS/10/JUNE 2024
6. Eldoret Airstrip – OPS/OIC/ELD/11/JUNE 2024

Join Our Dynamic Team at Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)

Location: Migori, Lodwar, Kakamega, Nanyuki, Garissa, Eldoret
Job Reference: Various (see above)
Job Category: Airstrip Operations

Why Work With Us?

At Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), we are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, professional growth, and innovation. As an Officer in Charge of our Airstrips, you’ll have the unique opportunity to lead and oversee the operations at some of Kenya’s vital airstrips. Join us to enhance safety, security, and customer experience while driving business growth in line with national and international aviation standards.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Robust pension scheme
• Professional Development: Continuous training and certification opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policies to ensure work-life balance
• Remote Work: Flexibility depending on operational requirements
• Bonuses: Performance-based incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for further education and training

About Kenya Airports Authority (KAA)

KAA is dedicated to providing world-class aviation services and infrastructure. We are a key player in ensuring the seamless operation of airstrips across Kenya, contributing to national and international aviation excellence. Our mission is to deliver safe, secure, and efficient aviation services that promote tourism and trade.

Job Purpose

The job holder is responsible for providing leadership and overseeing the implementation of airstrip operational services to achieve business growth, ensure seamless customer experience, and uphold the safety and security of passengers and airstrip users, in line with national legislations and International Civil Aviation Standards & Recommended Practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordination of Airstrip Operations: Collaborate with airstrip stakeholders, ministries, departments, and agencies to enhance customer experience.
• Implementation of Airstrip Master Plan: Drive the master plan in consultation with stakeholders.
• Emergency and Crisis Response: Coordinate emergency and crisis response at the airstrip.
• Security Management: Implement the airstrip security plan.
• Safety Management System: Implement and oversee safety management systems at the airstrip.
• Customer Facilitation: Ensure seamless facilitation of passengers and airstrip users to enhance customer experience.
• Rescue & Firefighting Compliance: Oversee compliance with rescue and firefighting requirements at the airstrip.
• Safe Aircraft Operations: Promote and monitor safe aircraft operations.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and service delivery standards of third-party providers.
• Contract Supervision: Supervise the implementation of contracts for goods and services.
• Quality Management System: Implement and oversee the quality management system at the airstrip.

Minimum Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Educational Background: Diploma in Management / Business Management or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a relevant field.
• Training: Must have training in Airport Operations.
• Skills: Computer literacy is essential.
• Legal Requirements: Must meet Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 requirements.

Mandatory Clearances for Shortlisted Candidates

• 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).
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB): Certificate of Clearance.
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB): Clearance Certificate.

Application Criteria

If you meet the above criteria, please submit your application letter, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, a copy of the National Identity Card, a resume/CV 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 persons are requested to make their applications via electronic mail to recruitment@kaa.go.ke 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.

Deadline: Applications must be received not later than Monday, 24th June 2024 at 5.00pm East African Time.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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 are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.

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