Clerk of Works

Description

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

nhc
National Housing Corporation

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a statutory body established under the Housing Act (Cap. 117). Its primary mandate is to play a key role in the implementation of the Government’s Housing Policies and Programmes.

The Corporation is seeking to recruit results-driven and highly motivated individuals to fill the following position:
Position: Clerk of Works
Ref: NHC/COW/06/20
Vacancies: 12 Posts

a) Job Specifications
• Supervise construction works on NHC projects as assigned by the Project Manager/his representative, ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Work with the contractor to ensure a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by enforcing safe site procedures as directed by the Project Manager/Cerk of Works.
• Ensure a safe and conducive work environment in compliance with relevant laws.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating site personnel, supervising subcontractors, resolving design problems, and implementing any change orders.
• Coordinate and attend site meetings and prepare briefs to the Project Manager/his representative on site progress.
• Maintain registers of daily material usage.
• Prepare daily and weekly contractor progress reports as guided by the Project Manager.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Manager/his representative.

b) Person Specifications
For appointments to this position, a candidate must have:
• A Diploma in Building/Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Engineering, Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar role on a busy construction site.
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience managing projects through the full life cycle, including progress reporting.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills; highly resourceful.
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili (written and spoken).

c) Skills & Competencies
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Supervisory skills.
• Customer focus.
• Report and minute writing skills.

d) Terms of Service
• Consolidated Salary: Kshs. 60,000 per month
• Place of Work: Any project site within Kenya
• Terms of Service: Contract
• Period: Duration of the assigned project, but not less than (6) months.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified persons are requested to submit their applications by sending:
• An application letter.
• A Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials.
Applications should be sent online via careers.nhckenya.go.ke

The application form must be submitted on or before Monday 21st October 2025 at 5:00 p.m.(EAT) and addressed to:
The Managing Director/CEO
National Housing Corporation (NHC)
P.O. Box 30257 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

* Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
* Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, during the interview.
* Candidates can apply in any form without invalidating application.
* It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
* NHC is an equal opportunity employer. Women persons with disabilities, and youth are encouraged to apply.