Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 13, 2021

  • National Global Platform Manager (Re-Advertised), Nanyuki Programme Manager – Women’s Rights And Governance (Re-Advertised), Nairobi Trainer -Global Contact (Nanyuki) Trainer, Emergencies and Resilient Livelihoods (Nanyuki) Trainer, Women Rights (Nanyuki)

    National Global Platform Manager (Re-Advertised), Nanyuki Programme Manager – Women’s Rights And Governance (Re-Advertised), Nairobi Trainer -Global Contact (Nanyuki) Trainer, Emergencies and Resilient Livelihoods (Nanyuki) Trainer, Women Rights (Nanyuki)

    Main purpose
    The Global Platform Manager will head the Global Platforms in Kenya and is primarily in charge of overall management, strategic planning, financial planning and external communication. Specifically, she/he will support development of proposals for capacity building in accordance with the Country Strategy Paper (CSP), facilitate training design and management, facilitate development of appropriate programmes, develop and sustain strategic partnerships and networks; ensure effective financial management and compliance,  and manage the National Global Platform team.
    Minimum requirements

    University degree in social sciences, international relations, development studies, or a related field;
    Minimum 5 years of people management experience especially of a training programme/ programmes with capacity building components;
    Capacity to coordinate trainings with an advocacy and campaigns lens as well as youth programming;
    Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries, establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;
    Previous experience in working with youth volunteer programs, social movements or mobilization of young people;
    Past experience in peer to peer learning, participatory training methods and action research is desirable. 

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    Please send your CV and cover letter to hresources.Kenya@actionaid.org  by close of business on the 13th April, 2021.  You are requested to highlight in the cover letter how you specifically meet the criteria for this role. PLEASE CLEARLY INDICATE WHICH POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE.Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short listed applicants.  ActionAid International promotes diversity and welcomes applications from all section of the community.

    Apply via :

    hresources.Kenya@actionaid.org

  • Fixed Consumer Technical Lead Senior Officer; Monitoring and Evaluation

    Fixed Consumer Technical Lead Senior Officer; Monitoring and Evaluation

    Description
    We are pleased to announce the following Position in the Digital IT Department within the Technology Division.   In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Brief Description
    Reporting to the Consumer IT Lead, the position holder shall provide leadership in driving delivery of Consumer Business Unit projects using Business Doman and IT knowledge. Leading a team of Architects and Business Analysts, as well as virtual IT delivery teams to implement Consumer Fixed (Home Fibre) propositions. Break down complex requirements into simple trackable tasks. Be committed to high quality and delivery on time.
     Key Responsibilities

    Responsible for all Domain business projects by resourcing and leading virtual teams across IT
    Responsible for delivering 95% of the projects on time
    Responsible for ensuring project stability within max 48 hours
    Ensure agile is implemented in at least 50% of the projects
    Maintain an accurate registry of all business projects  with various statuses and ensure business teams are appraised at all times
    Agree with business product leads & PMO on projects KPI’s, milestones and timelines
    Attend business strategy meetings to ensure IT is aligned with business needs
    Regular team and one-on-one engagements
    Build the team skillset according to the fit for future program
    Team performance management
    Provide budget inputs for business solutions.
    Attend BU strategy sessions
    Weekly Delivery reporting to BU HoDs and Senior Managers on the status of their deliverables
    Responsible for gathering, detailing and documenting all business requirements
    Ensure sensible consensus is reached for all requirements/specifications and help business, IT, CXX, Revenue Assurance and test leads to have the same mutual understanding
    Ensure test plans cover all aspects of Business Requirements and existing business rules
    Responsible for Solutions Design to meet business requirements and non-functional requirements
    Drive reuse on all technical and business functionality designed and no duplication of business components
    Collaboratively oversee the development/configuration of solutions as per agreed designs
    Provide solution architecture input into all new system tenders

    Qualifications

    Degree in Science/computer science/Engineering/Business related.
    Certification in Business Analysis & Agile Project Management will be an added advantage
    Strong business acumen and mindset – with bias to Consumer and Sales domains
    5+ years of software development experience in a busy IT development environment, 2 years of which must include experience in Business Analysis and Systems design.
    3+ years’ Experience in Technical Leadership of large IT projects
    Team player who is skilled at building up and managing stakeholder relationships successfully
    Ability to persuade stakeholders and to champion effective techniques through delivery.
    Ability to drive initiatives without any formal authority in an ambiguous environment

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  • Director, ANU Online Professor Associate Professor Senior Lecturer

    Director, ANU Online Professor Associate Professor Senior Lecturer

    The Director will be expected to be well versed with University policies in general, have access to various corporate forums and keep up to date with the emerging online learning issues. He/she will be responsible for managing and coordinating online learning in the University in line with CUE Universities Standards and Guidelines. The position reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs.
    Key Responsibilities

    Develop and implement policies, procedures and standards of effective delivery of online learning.
    Oversee training of instructors and students in the use of online learning technology, methods and procedures.
    Oversee development of instructional materials and products development.
    Monitor quality and compliance of courses offered online by ensuring that ANU and CUE standards are adhered to.
    Provide monitoring reports and quality assurance feedback.
    Coordinate online learning on ANU’s Learning Management System (E-Naz.)
    Coordinate online exams through an accredited exams proctoring system.
    Liaise with marketing to promote technical or marketing information about online learning.
    Coordinate research, monitoring and evaluation on the utilization of online learning services.
    Assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.
    Manage the technical resources, such as course management and video conferencing systems, networking, and webcasting, for online learning programs.
    Establish linkages with relevant external institutions and individuals to support online learning at ANU.
    Select, direct, and monitor the work of vendors that provide products or services for online learning programs.
    Share latest trends and developments in the area of online learning to faculty and staff through seminar, workshops, internal communication and other forums.
    Develop and monitor the department annual plan and budget.
    Mentor, coach and supervise subordinate staff.
    Provide technical advice and reports to management when required.

    Qualifications and Experience

    For PhD holders: Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience, with at least three (3) years in a managerial position.
    For Master’s degree holders: Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience, with at least three (3) years in a managerial position.

    Skills and Competencies

    Executive disposition, and demonstrate high levels of integrity.
    Ability to develop long term integrated and cross-functional operational plans.
    Ability to operationalize strategy into action for the function.
    Ability to sell the vision of the University.
    Business/Financial acumen, business savvy, innovative
    Highly tech savvy with advanced knowledge on data management
    Strategic management skills.
    Communication skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Organizing and planning skills

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    Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence through the email recruitment@anu.ac.ke not later than 13th April 2021 enclosing a Professional portfolio, Curriculum Vitae with details of current post, salary and other financial benefits, academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer). Kindly indicate job title in the subject of the email. ANU is an equal opportunity employer and any canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Candidates who had applied are advised not to re-apply.The Vice Chancellor
    Africa Nazarene University
    P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
    Nairobi

    Apply via :

    recruitment@anu.ac.ke

  • Geography Technician University Librarian (Re-Advertisement) Senior Lecturer Lecturers Tutorial Fellow

    Geography Technician University Librarian (Re-Advertisement) Senior Lecturer Lecturers Tutorial Fellow

    GRADE 5   –  MUST/ACA/07/3/21 – 1 POST
    Applicants must have:

    A Diploma or equivalent in surveying, Geography, Geology or similar.
    At least two (2) years’ experience in creating network maps using a combination of GIS mapping software, Google earth, Visio or Diagrammatic software.
    Experience of using (Computer aided design) CAD or GIS (Geographic Information System Software).
    Any experience as a GIS Surveyor or GIS Technician would be highly desirable.
    Knowledge of Telecoms surveying would be an added advantage.

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    Please use the link https://recruitment.must.ac.ke/ and follow the instructions carefully to submit your application.All applications will be submitted and received via the above application portal ONLY. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.Applications should be received on or before close of business on Tuesday, 13th April, 2021 by 5:00 p.m.Shortlisted candidates MUST present and satisfy the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya 2010 during interviews by providing original copies of the following documents;Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.Meru University of Science & Technology (MUST) does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer)Meru University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Marginalized and Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.The Vice ChancellorMeru University of Science and TechnologyP.O. Box 972-60200MERU

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    recruitment.must.ac.ke

  • Innovation CEO Manager Researcher

    Innovation CEO Manager Researcher

    Role Purpose
    The Innovation Manager helps shape the culture and processes required for innovation to succeed in the organization. The Innovation Manager will also manage relationships with external innovation partners such as Universities.
    Qualifications
    Role and Responsibilities
    Main responsibilities

    Manage and supervise staff within the innovation unit by providing day to day leadership including managing the department’s budget and performance.
    Maintain an understanding of external competitive digital developments and their impact on our business and innovation strategy;
    Define and prioritize key innovation and research projects across themes and divisions based on a carefully drawn selection criteria.
    Design, develop and manage the research agenda of The Group on key priorities identified.
    Develop and enhance cutting edge research in The Bank based on macro and micro factors and also lead in periodic review of customer trends, products and services.
    Provide market research, analyses and insights into latest industry trends and new innovations that will inform the business strategies.
    Analyze trends and market disruptions and searching for emerging new market opportunities.
    Lead and drive a culture of innovation, actively seeking ways to enhance the capability and performance efficiency, efficacy and success of the Group..
    Orchestrate internal and external idea management processes to generate new ideas to feed into the innovations process.
    Present viable ideas to senior management and seek approval for execution. Provide regular updates on progress to Management.
    Play a key role in building and managing strategic alliances and business partners.
    Develop IP strategies, including IP management, protection and the implementation of  technology licensing protocols.
    Cultivate a results-driven CoE by executing meaningful improvements organization-wide.
    Provide direction and oversight in ideation practices, including adoption and resulting impact
    Oversee and manage innovation investments.
    Conduct a regular cadence of communication meetings to detail opportunities, barriers and contingency plans when projects are not within schedule.
    Aggregate business use cases information in order assist leadership to prioritize and manage resources of enterprise.
    Monitor performance of implemented innovative ideas and prepare performance reports.

    Compliance

    Ensure compliance with both internal and external regulatory requirements.
    Maintain confidentiality of the Innovation Ideas in line with the Group’s Non-disclosure agreements and best practices as required

    OTHER

    To safeguard and promote the group’s  image with the public within the scope of duty.
    Any other duty that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

    Preferred Skills

    Insatiable curiosity and hunger to learn
    Deep insight into business and technology in different industries and disciplines
    Leadership: getting people to buy in on a vision
    Analytical skills: ability to look at the world and situations objectively
    Entrepreneurial spirit: Drive to get things done and not overanalyze
    Mental toughness and ability to overcome critique and failure
    Creativity and empathy

    Education

    A Bachelor’s degree in an accredited university
    Master’s degree preferred
    Professional qualifications in innovation or strategy related courses.

    Preferred experience
    10 years’ experience in product management, banking, strategy and / or innovation.

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  • Finance Officer Deputy Finance Officer Medical Officer

    Finance Officer Deputy Finance Officer Medical Officer

    Salary Grade 15
    Basic Salary: Ksh.170,715/=
    Salary Progression: Kshs.170,681 x 5483 – 181,649 x 5486 – 192,623 x 5490 – 203,605 x 9044 – 221,700 x 9,059 – 239,826 x 9,072 – 248,898 p.a.
    House Allowance: Ksh.73,715/
    REF: MMU/FO/01/2021 FINANCE OFFICER – GRADE 15

    For appointment to this position the applicant must:

    Be a holder of a Master’s Degree in Finance or related degree from a recognized University;
    Be a holder of Professional qualification in CPA(K), ACCA and/or ACA
    Be registered with ICPAK or an equivalent Accounting body
    Have at least eight (8) years relevant work experience and must have served for at least three (3) years as Deputy Finance Officer/Chief Accountant or equivalent
    Must have practical knowledge in ICT and good understanding of ERP and other MIS
     Have entrepreneurial and innovative approach to business and business solutions
    Have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
    Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
    Has shown unquestionable integrity
    Possession of a PhD Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
    Meet requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Responsible for review, planning, coordination, design and implementation of accounting services and systems
    Responsible for effective coordination and implementation of all financial policies
    Responsible for the compliance and adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards(IFRS)
    Advise University Management/Council on all financial matters
    Liaise with Government and other agencies on all University financial matters
    Responsible for preparation and submission of end of year financial statements and accounts to University Council and Kenya National Audit
    Ensure the maintenance of effective accounting systems in the University in line the Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles (GAAP)
    Formulation and implementation of departmental strategic plan
    Ensure compliance with all relevant laws of financial matters
    Responsible for submission of the University budget to University Council and Government
    Responsible for development and implementation of Departmental Strategic Plan
    Supervision and development of staff in the department.
    Timely and accurate preparation of annual reports and financial statements and quarterly management reports in compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Public Finance Management Act 2012, Public Finance Management Regulations 2015, other relevant circulars and generally accepted Accounting Principles.
    Annually, prepare the University-wide annual estimates of revenue and expenditure in compliance with Public Finance Management 2012.
    Advice ways of raising additional internal and external revenue for the University and ensure such revenue is timely recognized in the books of accounts.
    Co-ordinate both internal and external audit exercises by ensuring timely and correct availability of audit schedules.
    Drive strict implementation of students’ fees payment policy so as to ensure that all fees due is collected and correctly captured in a timely manner.
    Ensure integration of bank accounts with the ERP system.
    Carry out efficient Treasury Management of the University by ensuring real time update of the cash book, sufficient funds in bank before payment process, daily
    banking of all receipts and placements in short term deposits of any excess funds.
    Ensure tax compliance and all statutory deductions and other payroll deductions are remitted in a timely manner to minimize exposure of the University.
    Check the University payroll especially staff in payroll against head count, earnings in line with specific grades, allowances paid having been duly authorized, deductions to be properly supported and in compliance with applicable laws, circulars and
    regulations.
    • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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    Application Guidelines and Statutory requirements for applicants for the positions Applications in ten (10) copies, should be submitted together with a detailed  urriculum vitae detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, leadership and management roles, publications/awards/scholarships/funding, membership of professional associations, linkages and community service; copies of relevant certificates, email address and telephone contacts.

    Applicant must obtain clearance from Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, certificate of Good Conduct and Credit Reference Bureau Certificate.

    Applicants are required to give names, addresses and contacts of three (3) referees and should indicate on the envelope the Reference number and the position applied.
    Applications for the position of Finance Officer and Deputy Finance Officer should reach the Chairman of Council on the address indicated below on or before 5:00pm on Tuesday, 13th April, 2021.

    The Chairman of Council,
    Maasai Mara University P.
    O. Box 861-20500
    Email: chairmarauni@mmarau.ac.ke

    Applications for the position of Medical Officer should reach the Deputy Vice- Chancellor, Administration, Planning and Finance on the address indicated below on or before 5:00pm on Tuesday, 13th April, 2021.
    Deputy Vice- Chancellor Administration, Finance & Planning,
    Maasai Mara University P.
    O. Box 861-20500
    Email: dvc.afp@mmarau.ac.ke

    Maasai Mara University is an equal opportunity employer.

    Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

    Maasai Mara University is ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution

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    chairmarauni@mmarau.ac.ke

  • Chief Data Officer

    Chief Data Officer

    PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
    World Vision (WV) is digitally accelerating Going Further as part of Our Promise strategy representing our firm promise to make a difference in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children. A critical part of our digital transformation framework is rebalancing from “Mind-to-Machine” to be an organization that is data-driven in every decision and action we take. As part of this effort, WV is recruiting a Chief Data Officer (CDO) to lead its digital transformation efforts around data.
    The Global Chief Data Officer (CDO) will be responsible for developing a shared vision and strategic leadership for data-driven business transformation and creating value for WV’s ministry and the children, their families and communities and the supporters we serve. The CDO will champion developing WV’s organizational capability to govern the production and management of data and to make it readily available to generate unprecedented insights that lead to greater efficiencies, reduced costs, growing revenues, better customer experiences, and increased impact.
    The CDO will be responsible for collaboratively envisioning, creating and executing an organisation-wide data strategy the scope of which include the end-to-end data journey—how we collect, organize, store, manage, protect, analyze, communicate, and consume the data. This role holds the responsibility for stewarding Partnership-wide data-centricity, effectiveness, and efficiency (with accountability for this held by data owners across the organization) – and for holding data owners across the organisation accountable for ensuring they put in place the agreed measures and improvements that will lead WV to become a truly best-in-class data driven organization.
    The scope of the role would include:

    Formulate a data governance framework and lead the data governance council across the organisation bringing diverse business leaders and stakeholders to improve the value we derive from data while championing and driving towards a culture and practice of data driven decisions at all levels with excellence.
    Develop and implement an organization-wide data strategy co-created with business owners with input from stakeholders across the partnership. This strategy will be focused initially on impact, programmatic performance & operations data with a clear roadmap for scoping all areas of the business and ministry in the definite future.
    Lead a focused portfolio of data projects and initiatives to realise the data strategy developed and executed in collaboration with business owners and entities globally.
    Outline and develop the data competencies and culture within the organisation with regards to data through organization-wide change management processes at global and at each entity level.
    Develop and implement partnership wide data policies and standards including but not limited to privacy, protection, stewardship, production, consumption and retention in collaboration with data owners, relevant business groups, legal, cybersecurity and line management.
    Foster an enabling environment for high-quality business intelligence and analytics capability across the organization. This will include oversight to business intelligence solutions and support data operations leveraging the internal and external eco-systems and both proprietary and external data and working across business functions and entities to build capability across the orgnisation.

    The CDO will be part of WV’s digital and technology senior leadership team and will also play a lead role related to data in governance and management bodies across the organization. The CDO will also be a key leader representing WV in external agencies and networks forging partnerships and building alliances influencing the industry in moving towards a data-driven decision-making culture and practice in humanitarian sector.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Master’s degree in Information Science, Business, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
    Typically requires 15 – 20 years of relevant business work experience.
    Requires excellent knowledge of Information Science, Data, and Data Systems and processes, gained through formal education or equivalent work experience.
    Highly effective and convincing in written and verbal communication in English.
    Knowledge of the non-profit sector and/or working with international NGOs.
    Business management knowledge gained through consulting or multi-disciplinary engagement.
    Experience leading enterprise-level change management processes.
    Ability to think and work both strategically and operationally.
    Ability to build, motivate and lead virtual and cross-functional teams in complex environments.
    Cross-cultural and international work experience.
    Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple business units and multiple strands of data.

    Work Environment/Travel:

    Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as necessary, typically ~25%.

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    careers.wvi.org

  • Human Resources Officer Risk and Quality Assurance Officer Engineering Technologist (Building) Re-Advertisement Engineering Technologists (Motor Vehicle & Electrical) Medical Specialists (Rheumatologist) Medical Specialists (Orthopaedic) Medical Specialists (Gastreoenterology) Medical Specialists (Radiology) Medical Specialists (ENT) Medical Specialists (Dermatology) Medical Specialists (Paediatric Surgery) Medical Specialists (Paediatric) Medical Specialists (OBS & GYNAE) Medical Specialists (Psychiatrist) Assistant Occupational Therapist Pharmacist Assistant Bio-Medical Engineering Technologist Principal Bio-Medical Engineering Technologist Senior Assistant Registered Nurse (Neonatal Nursing) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Application/Systems Development) Information Communication & Technology Officer (IT Security) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Network & Infrastructure Administration) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Database Administration) Assistant Dental Technologist Manager,Marketing & Communications

    Human Resources Officer Risk and Quality Assurance Officer Engineering Technologist (Building) Re-Advertisement Engineering Technologists (Motor Vehicle & Electrical) Medical Specialists (Rheumatologist) Medical Specialists (Orthopaedic) Medical Specialists (Gastreoenterology) Medical Specialists (Radiology) Medical Specialists (ENT) Medical Specialists (Dermatology) Medical Specialists (Paediatric Surgery) Medical Specialists (Paediatric) Medical Specialists (OBS & GYNAE) Medical Specialists (Psychiatrist) Assistant Occupational Therapist Pharmacist Assistant Bio-Medical Engineering Technologist Principal Bio-Medical Engineering Technologist Senior Assistant Registered Nurse (Neonatal Nursing) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Application/Systems Development) Information Communication & Technology Officer (IT Security) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Network & Infrastructure Administration) Information Communication & Technology Officer (Database Administration) Assistant Dental Technologist Manager,Marketing & Communications

    JOB GRADE KNH8
    No of Positions: 5
    Job Purpose
    An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior Human Resource Officer in provision of Human Resource Services in the Hospital.
    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Coordinating human resource management activities in such areas as appointment, promotions, compliment control, staff development within the framework of the existing human resource policies and regulations;
    Maintaining of personnel bio-data and ensuring integrity and safety of information;
    Updating staff compliment and establishment;
    Processing employee employment details;
    Participating in preparing KNH’s payroll;
    Preparing retirement notification letters;
    Preparing agenda for various Hospital committees;
    Advising employees on human resource policies and regulations;
    Training and mentoring human resource staff;
    Summarizing application details during the recruitment process; and
    Drafting routine correspondence.

    Qualification and Experience;

    Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences; Human Resource Management, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Business Management, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM) or CHRP Part III.
    Registered with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
    Proficiency in computer applications.
    Complied with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

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    All those Interested in the above positions and meet the minimum requirements are requested to download and fill the application form available at KNH Website http://www.knh.or.ke. The application form together with a detailed C.V indicating qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials and certificates must be submitted on or 13th April 2021 to the address below:-The Chief Executive Officer
    Kenyatta National Hospital
    P.O Box 20723-00202
    NAIROBIDownload the KNH Job Application Form“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must present the following documents during the interview:-“Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification”.

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