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  • Electromechanical Technician Finance Manager Technical Manager

    Electromechanical Technician Finance Manager Technical Manager

    Job details
    Job Summary
    Reporting to the Operations Manager, the position holder will be responsible for maintenance of both electrical and mechanical infrastructure in order to supply water and sewerage services to the required standards and in compliance with the Company’s policy while cost saving and surpassing targets.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Regularly assess the conditions of the treatment works and Boreholes.
    Coordinate and supervise maintenance works at the company
    Prepare quarterly reports on conditions of the treatment works and boreholes
    Assist procurement office in preparation of Asset register and updating it.
    Prepare maintenance plans.

    Person Specifications

    Holder of National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution /university.
    Minimum 3 years’ experience in successful operation and maintenance of water supply and sewerage infrastructure and having demonstrated high standard of professional competence and administrative ability.
    Must have excellent understanding of the Kenyan water sector reforms;
    Computer literacy a must, including use of relevant engineering software.
    Knowledge of GIS system will be an added advantage

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  • Entry Level Operator Assistant I – Pipeline/Process

    Entry Level Operator Assistant I – Pipeline/Process

    Job description
    Under strict supervision, learns basic safety and repair procedures on PSL equipment using the I Learn competency process defined for this job role.
    Learns basic operations to include but not limited to:

    performing pre/post job equipment inspections,
    performing and completing preventative maintenance procedures,
    maintaining support equipment (i.e., pumps, discharge lines etc.).
    Completes requisite training (essential math, essential red book, safety training, etc.) following iLearn’s career development system processes.
    Assists Service Operators in the clean up, repair, and preparation for a job. May be asked to assist during the rig-up and rig-down of service line equipment at the worksite.
    Error is readily ascertainable by the supervisor and can be corrected. Skills are acquired by completing the career development requirements in iLearn’s competency management system for Operator Assistant

    Skills are acquired by completing the career development requirements in iLearn’s competency management system for Operator Assistant 

    Must have successfully passed company tests and met competency Task Lists requirements.
    The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations is required. Reading comprehension and writing skills are required. Basic computer skills are preferred.
    Has an understanding of, and promotes, safety awareness and environmental consciousness.
    Complies with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations.
    Ensures compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and guidelines. Promotes and takes an active part in quality improvement processes (QIP). This is the entry level position into the Service Operator job family.
    Under strict supervision, learns basic safety and repair procedures on PSL equipment using the I Learn competency process defined for this job role.

    Learns basic operations to include but not limited to:
    performing pre/post job equipment inspections,
    performing and completing preventative maintenance procedures,
    maintaining support equipment (i.e., pumps, discharge lines etc.).

    Completes requisite training (essential math, essential red book, safety training, etc.) following iLearn’s career development system processes.
    Assists Service Operators in the clean up, repair, and preparation for a job.
    May be asked to assist during the rig-up and rig-down of service line equipment at the worksite. Error is readily ascertainable by the supervisor and can be corrected.

    Skills are acquired by completing the career development requirements in iLearn’s competency management system for Operator Assistant

    Must have successfully passed company tests and met competency Task Lists requirements.
    The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations is required. Reading comprehension and writing skills are required. Basic computer skills are preferred.
    Has an understanding of, and promotes, safety awareness and environmental consciousness.
    Complies with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Ensures compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and guidelines.
    Promotes and takes an active part in quality improvement processes (QIP).
    This is the entry level position into the Service Operator job family.

  • Maintenance Engineer

    Maintenance Engineer

    Job description
    To Ensure overall day to day operations and maintenance of Hotel plant and equipment in accordance with the set guidelines as per the Equipment manual and the standard Operating Procedures.
    Summary Of Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Chief Engineer, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

    Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
    Supervises all Engineering Team members
    Checks event orders and meeting any engineering requirements arising, including outside catering, festivals etc.
    Allocates duties to the appropriate engineering staff as may be required.
    Duty Roaster Planning and management.
    Ensures that the P lanned Preventive Maintenance is adhered to and records kept up to date.
    Maintain and conform to Room Perfect Program.
    Collects work assignment sheet from the Engineer during briefing.
    Ensure availability of materials and spare parts before start of shift.
    Assist, as directed, to perform other Engineering tasks as business demand requires.
    Follow all standard operating procedures of Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club and Engineering department.
    To immediately report all suspicious occurrence and hazardous condition.
    To maintain the cleanliness safety of work areas at all times.
    Ensures control and distribution of Trouble reports, breakdown reports and request from rented offices
    Ensures control of store material issues to support day to day maintenance and repairs requirements.
    Assigns duties to engineering team members accordingly
    Liaises with sectional MANAGERs regularly for the update of ongoing works and projects
    Ensures day to day repairs are effectively done, through prompt attention to emergencies and break downs especially in guest areas.
    Provides competent hands-on skills to ensure all hotel systems including, Mechanical, electrical, sewage, plumbing, heating and lighting are maintained in good working order and to ensure any defects are corrected promptly and properly.
    Ensures all hotel fixtures, fittings and equipment are maintained in good working order and that defects are corrected promptly.
    Undertakes regular inspections of the building and report back any defects and repairs that require further action to the chief Engineer
    Ensures quality workmanship by all sections.
    Ensures material quality meets the required standards.
    Ensures proper usage of materials.
    Ensures Engineering Store is adequately stocked and not running out
    Ensures Purchase requests on store and Direct items are made as per re-order levels.
    Ensures Purchase Requests raised has enough and detailed specifications to ensure high good quality materials are sourced.
    To perform other task, including cross exposure, as directed, or multi-skill in any other section.
    Perform other duties requested by the Chief Engineer or Deputy Engineer.

    Qualifications

    Previous experience is an asset.
    Degree/Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
    Have knowledge of Hotel facilities.

    Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
    Constant standing and walking throughout shift
    Visa Requirements: Eligible to work in Kenya.
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  • Central SME PS Core and MPBN

    Central SME PS Core and MPBN

    This role is for a SME (Subject Matter Expert) in PS Core and MPBN to assist the Operations Director in delivering one of our Global Managed Service accounts in Africa, and assist in leading delivery excellence and improving the delivery to best in class in Managed Service. With a combination of multivendor technologies, delivery teams based both on site and offshore in multiple countries, you will have the chance to be part of delivery improvements across multiple countries, set up best practices and driving performance across teams, improving SLAs.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Act as the single Service Assurance point of contact for the Customer at Customer Operations Group Headquarter for all PS Core and MPBN Domain.
    Coordinate with all the Services Assurance Delivery Centers and Field Teams as part of regular governance.
    Lead operational customer meetings for PS Core and MPBN at SME level.
    Assist in Network Emergency Supervision by coordinating.
    Monitor and track SW Upgrades/ Updates – Airtel Group & OEM Engagement, planning, training of GDC & OPCO resources including coordination.
    New Feature Implementation approver-– Airtel Group & OEM Engagement, planning, training GDC & OPCO resources.
    Capability Development Management for Multi-vendor and Multi-technology modernized network install base
    Monitorr network performance SLAs/ KPIs mgmt. for all MVMT installed base
    Weekly/Monthly PS Core and MPBN Governance with customer at Group HQ, Global Delivery Centre and with PS Core and MPBN team in multiple countries.
    Proactive tracking of the system capacity utilization, impact risk, closure action plan agreement and governance escalation wherever needed with OPCO and Airtel HQ SME
    Maintain, audit and compliance actions of the network HLD, LLD at all timesGDC NPO Quarterly Network Audit assurance and associated action closure
    Compliance of Preventive Maintenance Procedures from OEMs for all nodes
    Monthly BISP Compliance for domain and action closure
    Weekly Critical Network Change Management approver including Emergency CRs.
    Critical Spares availability tracking and escalation to Airtel ND/ HQ.
    Approve RCA analysis for Emergency/Critical Outages for Submission to customer.
    Drive Customer Satisfaction through the established CSAT survey mechanisms and by providing services that are fully compliant with the SLA/KPI.
    Establish Escalation management according the contractual terms.
    Facilitate critical Service Assurance action/recovery actions in close relationship with all Service Assurance delivery functions.
    Ensure operational readiness across all stakeholders in new project and new technology introduction.
    Represent requirements for project-specific processes & tools.
    Pro-actively support network performance, change management, business opportunity identification as well as in the end-to-end lessons learned process.
    Ensure legal and/or contractual activities to be performed locally are in close cooperation and within the setup of the respective delivery center.
    Foster relationships, build customer trust, manage difficult situations, and negotiate conflicts with a technical focus.
    Perform Scope management against the contractual Terms &Conditions and identify upscope activities for commercial negotiation
    Monitor audit and associated actions completion at periodic interval.
    Understand SLA/KPI and its impact on Rewards and Penalty and drive improvements with Operations and performance teams.
    Control and own monthly Improvement plans. Regularly monitor and add actions in the Improvement plan based on regular governance with GDC, NPO, Field Force,
    Operational Teams, Domain SMEs and customer Escalations.
    Identify service issues, driving improvements through the delivery organizations in coordination with Central Operations Director and his team.
    Responsible for coordinating and resolving issues in SMSC, Roaming, IPRAN, other IP Elements.

    Skills & Competencies:

    Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
    Make it happen with passion attitude whilst developing end empowering those supporting you
    Customer focused – preferred experience with customer exposure
    Experience in delivering in a multicultural environment, across different countries or organizations
    Bachelor/Diploma in Engineering
    ITIL knowledge with a focus on Incident, Change, Problem and Performance Management
    Decisive and able to influence others for cooperation
    Presentation and negotiation skills
    Broad Multi-Vendor Product knowledge and detailed knowledge in his domain
    Experience in Maintenance, Network Operations and/or Technical Support activities
    PMO/PMI and Six Sigma certification desirable.
    Experience in Network Improvement initiatives and Operational Excellence desirable.
    For the SME to generate success in this role, she/he must fulfill:
    Detailed knowledge of his/her domain.
    Experience of delivering services, Customer facing role preferred.
    Experience as Technical Lead /Operations Manager in Managed Services for a major telecommunications provider an advantage, but similar experience will be taken into consideration.
    Broad knowledge across multiple technologies (e.g. 2/3/4G, transmission, IP , CS core etc.).
    Business Performance Oriented with experience of negotiating KPIs and penalties.
    Matrix management experience, with service delivery from multiple location

  • Field Service Technician

    Field Service Technician

    Job description
    The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out safe and quality service on all Power Technique equipment and products geared towards increased equipment uptime, zero accidents and customer satisfaction.
    Mission

    Carry out Field Service work covering installation, commissioning, service, repair and audit of compressors, generators and hand held tools including competitor’s equipment.
    Providing exceptional service to our customer base by identifying and applying the best solutions.
    Provide parts and service proposals based on detailed audit reports
    Inspect customer site and machine operating conditions and make recommendations for improvements in operations, and any other matters that will improve our machine operations and bring in additional revenue. 
    Supporting colleagues in the back office with technical information through detailed written reports.
    Recommend actions to the customer and also to the responsible parts and service sales engineer for further contact to be made.
    Advice customers on proper use of Atlas Copco equipment and make recommendations to marketing staff on additional equipment and consumables requirements by customers.
    To effectively diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on customer compressed air equipment, Atlas Copco equipment plus competitor’s equipment.
    To carry out the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
    To train customers and Atlas Copco personnel as required, in the general operations and maintanance of their compressed air and generator equipment.
    To identify spare parts for service orders, in the course of daily duties.
    To ensure compliance with all Company and Customer Health and Safety requirements in the execution of your duties

    Experience requirements

    Working experience with compressors, boosters and generators and electrical installations
    Good knowledge of Diesel engine operation 
    Previous experience in an electrical or mechanical position. 
    Excellent computer literacy, with ability to learn new systems.
    Flexibility to participate in the call out rota .
    Ability to travel throughout the East African region on short notice.
    To have the ability to carry out installation work when required

    Knowledge

    Technical and service knowledge of compressors, generators and their ancillaries

    Educational requirements

    Diploma in Engineering Electrical or Mechanical Engineering .

    Personality requirement

    Proven technical skills. The ability to maintain good staff and Customer relationships.
    Good planning, organizational and good report writing skills.
    Ability to work independently without supervision.
    Prioritize work load and adjust to unforeseen situations.

  • Electronics and Electrical Engineer

    Electronics and Electrical Engineer

    Job Description
    Job Ref: HR-EE-06-2018
    The successful candidate will report to the Technical Manager, and will be expected to deliver on operational and technical requirements in accordance with quality standards.
    Key result areas will include

    Annual planning and execution of maintenance tasks;
    Supervision of service level providers on equipment and maintenance;
    Problem solving during breakdowns promptly and solving problems at the shortest time;
    and Installing and commissioning of new equipment including hardware and software.

    Skills, knowledge and experience requirement:

    B.Sc. Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized university;
    At least 3 years’ relevant work experience gained from a reputable organization preferably in a busy production plant or publishing house;
    Knowledge of personal computers hardware and software and LAN experience;
    Knowledgeable in applying best practice in print production;
    Demonstrable capability to fit in and contribute within a technical and professional team;
    and Ability to cope with pressure, work odd hours while adhering to tight deadlines.

    This position offers and excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

  • Program Officer – WASH Grants

    Program Officer – WASH Grants

    Purpose of the Position:
    To coordinate and ensure the successful implementation of WASH grants activities and interventions that directly contributes to the attainment of child wellbeing aspirations. The incumbent will oversee implementation, documentation of WASH grants projects, mobilize appropriate resources for any new opportunity for a similar grant and undertake capacity building of the project staff
    In order to successfully do so, the grant coordinator must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.
    Major Responsibilities:

    Supervision and timely implementation of WASH grants 40%

    Provide innovative and strategic leadership, effective management and timely administrative support for WASH grants interventions;
    Ensure that business processes, standards and guidelines related to initiatives developed in coordination with NO WASH team are effectively implemented by the relevant APs.
    Ensure that requisite monitoring tools (4D matrices, DIPs, ITTs and Log frames), donor guidelines are adhered to by the relevant ADPs.
    Coordinate in liaison with the National WASH coordinator to effectively support relevant ADP WASH staff to carry out assessments, designs, measurements of construction and in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
    Review all engineering surveys, assessments, evaluations, studies, designs and terms of reference and bills of quantities from the relevant ADPs
    Collaborate with all line ministries and other relevant departments in providing technical support and assistance related to WASH projects

    Quality Assurance, engagement with partners and provide technical support to staff 30%

    Oversee Implementation of WASH to ensure quality, effectiveness as per the project design and guidelines.
    Ensure that all WASH interventions of these projects meet or exceed planned outcomes and are implemented in full compliance with GOK, WHO, SPHERE and other relevant partnership and international standards and guidelines;
    Collaborate with the NO WASH to provide ADPs with the appropriate technical orientation needed to achieve child wellbeing outcomes;
    Ensure that all staff implementing these projects meet or exceed basic professional requirements and conduct themselves in accordance with WV policies and principals;
    Ensure that all staff implementing these projects are successfully engaging with key internal and external stakeholders, including other WVK entities (F, P&C) as well as Support Office, Community, government, church and other civil society representatives in order to maximize the impact of interventions
    Collaborate with NO WASH team to provide relevant ADPs with the appropriate technical orientation needed to achieve proposed child wellbeing outcomes.

    Monitoring, Evaluation and budget Utilization 20%

    Coordinate in liaison with the NO WASH team to effectively support the relevant ADP WASH and Construction staff to carry out monitoring and evaluation activities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures;
    Conduct field monitoring visits to ADPs implementing the relevant projects. He/she is also responsible for facilitating visiting delegations/donors
    Provide financial oversight and budget utilization for the projects
    Collaborate with Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and other relevant departments in providing technical support and assistance to the projects
    Capacity building of staff and communities as stipulated in project designs and guidelines as well as promoting relevant advocacy on WASH issues
    Ensure that ADP staff monitor the timely and effective implementation of response plans to all financial and operational audit findings of the projects initiatives, and take the needed measures to prevent such findings from recurring in the future
    In liaison with the regional program enhancement officer and NO WASH team, develop TOR for projects evaluations.

    Preparation of implementation reports, documentation of best practices and fundraising 10%

    Review and consolidated monthly, quarterly, semi- annual, annual, and end of projects reports and ensure that the reports are prepared in a timely manner and in accordance with donors and WV Kenya requirements.
    Ensure that appropriate donor engagement and proposal development activities are successfully carried out as appropriate
    Support timely development of funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with ADP leadership, NO WASH specialist and grant acquisition Group.
    Document and disseminate best practices on completed initiatives and projects.

    Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

    Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University
    Minimum 5 years’ experience with regards to the designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development with bias in WASH and construction projects;
    Minimum least 2 years’ experience in leadership position
    Must be results orientated leader who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
    Good public relations skills
    Must be a strong team player.
    Must be a committed Christian who is able to stand above denominational and cultural diversity challenges;
    Must be able to provide spiritual leadership within but not limited to chapel and daily devotions;
    Must have outstanding oral and written communications and relationship skills and;
    Must be willing to perform other duties as required.

  • Service Men & Women

    Service Men & Women

    Recruitment of County Service Men and Service Women in the County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme
    Job Description
    The County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme will offer the youth and women an opportunity to engage in economically viable ventures that will include road maintenance and environmental sanitation and hygiene that will involve cleaning of the environment, Agribusiness and provision of general security for County Government assets.
    Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Director, County Youth Service and Women Empowerment Programme, the service men/women will have the following responsibilities:

    Road Construction
    Road Maintenance
    Bush clearing
    Maintenance of drainage systems
    Office cleaning and support services
    Cleaning of Market centres
    Guarding County Government property
    Reporting security incidences! breaches
    Enforcement of County Government laws

    Job Requirements
    All candidates will be expected to satisfy the following minimum requirements

    KCPE Certificate upto D Plain in KCSE
    Age 18—35 years (youth) and 35—55 years (women)
    Be of sound Medical condition
    Ability to undertake physical activities
    Pass the aptitude test
    No previous criminal conviction or record
    Must be a resident of Kakamega County and the respective Ward
    Successful candidates will have to undergo paramilitary training
    Applicants must have copies of national ID card, or valid passport and certificate of good conduct
    All successful candidates for the interview will be required to carry their original documents

  • Mechanical Engineer (Energy) Architect

    Mechanical Engineer (Energy) Architect

    Job Description
    Position Scope
    The successful candidate will be responsible for providing energy efficiency services to KTDA factories and subsidiaries to ensure energy is optimally utilized.
    Key Responsibilities

    Carry out energy audits and prepare energy audit reports.
    Supervise installation and testing of equipment.
    Design and equipment specification including retrofitting existing systems in order to improve energy efficiency in KTDA facilities.
    Monitoring and verification of energy conservation measures after implementation
    Conduct quality control inspections
    Conduct training and awareness campaigns on energy efficiency among staff

    Qualifications/Skills/Experience:
    The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies: –

    Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering;
    Five (5) years of experience as a Mechanical or Thermal Energy Auditor or field Service Technician;
    Membership to Engineering Board;
    Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills of thermal & mechanical systems
    Good management skills;
    Good knowledge of mechanical engineering;
    Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications;
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;High level of integrity

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  • Energy Engineer

    Energy Engineer

    Job description
    This is a fulltime position, linked to the Cotonou Partnership
    The term of this contract will run until 31st December 2020
    Purpose
    As Energy Engineer you will assist in carrying out EIB investment loans and technical assistance operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, including West, Central, East and Southern Africa (excluding operations in the Republic of South Africa). You will have the opportunity to make a substantial contribution to the development, assessment and implementation of the wide range of EIB activities in the Region. You will work on Energy projects in the following sub-sectors: Electricity generation based on conventional power stations; Energy transmission/distribution networks; Renewable energy including wind, solar, geothermal, biomass and hydro; and Energy Efficiency.
    The position is based in the EIB’s Regional Office in Nairobi, however, you must be prepared to travel extensively within Sub-Saharan Africa, and to other counties as needed. You will work within multi-disciplinary teams on the preparation, appraisal, implementation and monitoring of projects in accordance with EIB procedures. The appointment will include an initial training period in Luxembourg.
    Operating network
    The Energy Engineer will report to the Head of Division in Luxembourg and will work under the daily guidance of the Head of Regional Officer for East Africa in Nairobi.
    As Energy Engineer you will work across the whole project cycle, with a focus on implementation, monitoring and works completion stages, but also be involved in origination and structuring as well as project implementation advisory support and monitoring.
    Accountabilities

    Support EIB operational staff responsible for upstream business development, in particular vetting the eligibility of projects for EIB financing (including compliance with the EIB’s procurement requirements);
    Analyse the economic, financial, technical, social and environmental aspects of projects, including compliance with EU and EIB environmental, social, gender and procurement policies;
    Where appropriate, interact with project promoters, in close cooperation and with full involvement of the operational departments concerned; attend project progress meetings as required and prepare meeting reports;
    Monitor procurement processes on behalf of the EIB including assisting project promoters with the preparation and review of procurement-related documents;
    Monitor project implementation, including, where appropriate, coordination with other co-financiers;
    Assist project promoters with the compliance of reporting obligations towards the EIB
    Initiate, plan and manage Technical Assistance operations involving the services of external consultants;
    Where required, build and maintain relations with key external parties (e.g. Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), government representatives, local authorities, other institutions, etc.);
    Represent the EIB at national and regional events, for example regular sector meetings, conferences or meetings with DFIs.　

    Qualifications, experience and skills:

    University degree in a relevant technical discipline; a post-graduate degree would be an advantage and a multidisciplinary background, including cost benefit analysis skills, would be an asset;
    At least 5 years of relevant experience with planning and implementation of energy projects; multi-country working experience and environmental would be an advantage;
    Experience with evaluating proposals to finance energy projects;
    Experience with the assessment of the environmental impact of energy projects would be an advantage;
    Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English; fluency in French would be an advantage.
    Good interpersonal, team-working and communication skills;
    Good analytical and reasoning skills, with capacity to provide sound judgement concerning the issues in his/her areas of responsibility;
    Clear and concise oral and written expression;
    Ability to operate in international environments; experience with other International Financing Institutions will be an advantage;
    Capacity to plan and organise his/her work and to coordinate with other team members;
    Results-oriented and capacity to work under pressure

    Competencies:

    Achievement Drive: continually keeps an eye on performance, focusing on improving it, showing drive and determination to meet short and long-term goals.
    Change Orientation: Adapts to differences and changes in the environment; takes a flexible approach to reach outcomes.
    Collaboration: Works cooperatively as part of a team; works collaboratively with peers across organisational boundaries based on a genuine interest in and an accurate understanding of others and their individual perspectives and concerns.
    Organisational Commitment: Is willing to commit to an organisation whose mission is to support Europe and is open to diversity, and to align her/his own behaviour with the organisation’s needs and intrinsic values, acting　 with integrity in ways that promote the organisation’s mission, policies and rules.