Booker Academy Vacancies in Kenya

Booker Academy is a fully fledged learning institution encompassing Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary schools. The Academy which is located in Mumias town, Western Province, was founded by Mumias Sugar Company Limited and is managed by Mumias Elimu Trust.

The Academy’s main objective is to provide holistic education while serving as a centre of excellence in academic, co-curricular activities and the moral development of the learners. The school which offers the Kenyan 8-4-4 system of education has enjoyed academic success over the years.

We plan to strengthen our human resources base by appropriately filling the following positions at the academy:

Human Resources Supervisor

Main Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the HR Supervisor will oversee the HR and Administration functions as per the approved policies in line with the Labour Laws and other statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer Employee Relations Matters, Performance Management and Talent Development.
• Administer Employee compensation and benefits in line with the Academy Policies, Procedures and all Statutory Requirements.
• Ensure sufficient capacity delivery in daily operations.
• Maintain HR files.
• Administer HR Software Systems for Information Management.
• Generate HR Reports for internal and external use by regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement a sound HR Strategy to support business needs and goals.
• Supervise service delivery by all reports and external service providers.
• Ensure the school environment is in compliance with the approved Health and Safety standards.

Job Specification

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Have a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a Government recognised professional examining body.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• A good team player.
• Dynamic and results oriented.
• Strong ICT skills.
• Good at decision making and problem solving.
• Thorough knowledge of the Labour Laws of Kenya.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• High level of accuracy and record keeping.
• Grievance handling skills.
• Working experience of at least 2 years in a similar environment.

Finance and Administration Officer

Main Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Principal, the incumbent will formulate and co-ordinate the implementation of sound Financial, Human Resources and Administrative Policies including strategies for the overall achievement of set objectives and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop effective Financial and Administrative policies encompassing the strategies to meet the set objective of the Academy.
• Co-ordinate the Academy’s interventions aimed at promoting culture change in finance, Human Resource (HR) and Administrative initiatives.
• Prepare and implement the Annual work plan for finance, Human Resource (HR) and Administrative Activities.
• Ensure compliance with Financial Reporting Standards and Employment legislation.
• Preparation of the Finance and Human Resources (HR) plans, forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Co-ordinate the budgeting process, maintaining financial performance and all operational functions of the Non-teaching staff.

Job Specifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• A University Degree (Business related field) from a recognized University
• Completed at least CPA (Part II).
• At least two years work experience.
• Strong ICT skills.
• Knowledge of Kenya Labour Laws.
• High level of accuracy.
• High degree of integrity.

Personal Competencies

• Dynamic and results oriented.
• Team player.
• Good initiative and self-motivated.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills.

Teacher of Physical Education (PE) Games and Sports

Job Description

• Teach and train learners’ appropriate skills and knowledge in games, sports and Physical Education (PE) within the age range of 6 – 18 years.
• Impart the right positive attitude towards physical fitness to the school community.
• Prepare learners effectively in the competitive games and sports e.g. Swimming, Gymnastics, racquet and Board games, Basket ball etc.
• Guide and Counsel learners.
• Do any other duties as may be assigned by the Management.

Job Specifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a University Graduate with Bachelor of Education (BED) Games and Sports, or Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science or Bachelor of Science (Recreation and Leisure Management)
• Have a proven track – record in preparing learners for competitive games and sports activities to high level achievement.
• Have at least two years teaching experience and preparing learners in competitive games and sports activities.
• A good team player.

Personal Competencies

• Highly disciplined and of very good character.
• Good initiative and self-motivated.
• Dynamic and results oriented.
• Physically fit with good manual dexterity.

Teacher of Mathematics and Physics

Job Description

• Teach Mathematics/Physics to students from form one to form four.
• Prepare Form four (4) candidates effectively for KCSE in both subjects.
• Prepare students in the competitive performance enhancement activities like science congress etc.
• Guide and Counsel Students.
• Do any other duties as may be assigned by the Management.

Job Specifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a University Graduate with Bachelor of Education – Science (BED – Science) specializing in Mathematics/Physics.
• Have a proven track record of preparing candidates for KCSE in Mathematics/Physics and achieving very good mean scores in the subjects.
• Have at least two years teaching experience and preparing candidates for KCSE.
• A good team player with initiative.
• Having a proven track record of active participation in Science Congress, SMASSE, etc
• Dynamic and results oriented.

Matron/Nurse

Main Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the Matron/Nurse will coordinate Boarding services and offer Nursing care to the learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement strategies/procedures for maintaining high Public Health Standards at the Academy.
• Offer Nursing services to learners.
• Coordinate with other stake holders to ensure good nutritional standards for the learners at the Academy.
• Guide and Counsel learners on Health related issues.
• Offer Supervisory services to employees who will be her reports.

Job Specifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN) from the government KMTC or any other government recognized Medical Training College.
• Must be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Should have at least five (5) years experience in a busy Health Facility.
• Should have undertaken training in counseling.
• Training in HIV and substance abuse.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player.

Farm Assistant

Main Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the HR Supervisor, the Farm Assistant will coordinate all the activities of the School Farm with the objectives of achieving set production targets at all times.

Key Responsibilities

The Farm Assistant will be responsible for:

• The development and implementation of the School Farm plans for the continuous production of vegetables, milk, poultry products etc, in liaison with the Farm Management Committee.
• Offer support services intended to improve the farm output.
• Co-ordinate work schedules on the farm in liaison with stakeholders.

Job Specification

The Farm Assistant should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a holder of a Certificate in Agriculture or related field from a recognised institution.
• Should have hands-on proven experience in the management of poultry and vegetable production.
• Should be a good team player.
• Should have a positive attitude towards farm work with good manual dexterity.
• Should be of good initiative and self driven.

To apply for this position send your CV to jobs@booker-academy.ac.ke quoting the position in the subject line.

All applications should be received not later than 10th February, 2012.

Booker Academy encourages teamwork and positive contribution from its employees and is an equal opportunity employer, guided by local laws and International Labour Organization conventions.