Introduction
Kenya Seed Company, a leading seed producer in Eastern Africa, recently completed an organizational restructuring which resulted in the establishment of new positions.
It is against this background that we are seeking to recruit results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions based in Kitale, Nairobi and Arusha - Tanzania.
Kenya Seed Company, a leading seed producer in Eastern Africa, recently completed an organizational restructuring which resulted in the establishment of new positions.
It is against this background that we are seeking to recruit results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions based in Kitale, Nairobi and Arusha - Tanzania.
1. Director Human Resources and Administration
Ref: DHR/01/2011
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Job Holder shall be responsible for development, implementation and review of human resources and administration strategies, policies and procedures in the company.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Plan,
organize and direct human resource and administration activities,
including recruitment and selection, organizational development and
training, affirmative action, property and risk management.
- Responsible
for the development and implementation of Human Resource goals,
objectives, policies and priorities.
- Responsible
for conducting salary/wage surveys within labor markets to determine
competitive rates.
- Represents
management in negotiating collective bargaining agreements, mediation,
arbitration proceedings and responsible for resolving labor disputes and
grievances.
- Develop
and directs the Human Resource and Administration Directorate budget.
- Ensure
development and implementation of occupational health and safety programs
and insurance plans.
- Oversee
the general administration of the company’s assets and facilities
including use and custody of motor vehicles, buildings, insurance etc.
- Responsible
for allocation and usage of office space, furniture, equipment and other
office necessities in order to create a conducive working environment for
all employees at all times.
- Design
and develop policies and procedures to ensure that the company‘s
compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment are sufficient
to attract, motivate and retain the required number and caliber of staff.
- Establish
and maintain appropriate Human Resource Information Systems (HRMIS).
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelor’s
degree in Social Sciences or Human Resources Management
- A
masters’ degree in Human Resources, Business Administration and/or Diploma
in Human Resource Management is an added advantage.
- Membership
of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) or a relevant
professional body.
- A
good understanding and knowledge of the Kenyan Labour Laws.
- Experience
in handling Industrial/labour relations, wages and tax, gratuity and
pension administration matters.
- Knowledge
of public sector performance contracting regime.
- Computer
literacy
- Be
of high integrity and ability to meet stringent deadlines.
- Have
at least 10 years relevant experience 6 of which at senior management
level in a busy business environment.
2. Human Resource Manager
Ref: HRM/02/2011
Reporting to the Director Human Resource and Administration, the job holder will spearhead the implementation and review of human resources policies and procedures in the company.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: HRM/02/2011
Reporting to the Director Human Resource and Administration, the job holder will spearhead the implementation and review of human resources policies and procedures in the company.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Liaise
with the Director in development and implementation of Human Resource work
plans, review and evaluate work methods and procedures.
- Manage
employees’ records on recruitment, training, promotions, transfers,
performance reviews, disciplinary process and terminations.
- Coordinates
specific Human Resources planning, training and development.
- Assist
the Director in development and implementation of competitive and
sustainable reward policies and systems.
- Facilitate
consultations and/or negotiations with the labour union and ensure
harmonious relationships with the employees and their elected
representatives.
- Handle
all human resource issues including attendance and/or absenteeism, leave,
recruitment, pension/retirement benefits and coordinate performance
management activities.
- Facilitate
the formulation and review of all relevant Human Resource policies in line
with the new labour laws and enhance good HR management practices
exemplified by teamwork, recognition, etc.
- Develop
and implement staff welfare initiatives.
- Liaise
with the Director in developing appropriate Human resource budgets and
plans.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- A
degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration or Business Management
from a recognized university.
- A
masters’ degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences (Human
Resources Management option) and/or Diploma in Human Resource Management
is an added advantage.
- A
good understanding and knowledge of the Kenyan Labour Laws and experience
in handling labour relations.
- Must
have excellent hands-on experience in Human Resource Management
Information Systems packages (HRMIS).
- Be
of high integrity and ability to meet stringent deadlines.
- Have
at least 8 years relevant experience 5 of which should be at senior
management level in a busy business oriented environment.
- Be
a member of a relevant professional body.
3. Planning & Strategy Manager
Ref: PSM/03/2011
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Reporting to Director Finance and Strategy, the job holder will lead and implement the process of strategy development and business planning.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: PSM/03/2011
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Reporting to Director Finance and Strategy, the job holder will lead and implement the process of strategy development and business planning.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Support
in developing, monitoring and reporting company’s strategic and
operational plans.
- Analyze
and monitor business performance, industry trends, existing or new
regulatory requirements and their impact on business operations.
- Carry
out feasibility studies, market and competitor analysis to determine
viability of all company projects.
- Make
recommendations on alternative courses of action, including risk
assessment, capital investment, acquisitions and expansion at the
corporate level;
- Support
in maintaining and implementing risk management policy.
- Monitor
national and international developments as they relate to company’s
strategic plan and risk tolerance profile.
- Identify
strategic and operational opportunities and risks and advise the
management on an appropriate course of action;
- Develop,
implement and maintain a cost allocation model and system of data
collection to support the understandability of budgets and service
delivery;
- Develop,
implement and maintain a budget planning process, and – in consultation
with budget holders – prepare a budget to support delivery of the
strategic objectives;
- Maximize
the linkage between planning and business development by forging and
maintaining key relationships with all service and production departments
- Manage
the quality management system in place and ensure full implementation of
its quality objectives, policies and procedures.
- Carry
out monitoring and evaluation of company projects.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelor’s
degree in Business, Economics, Agricultural economics or related field
- Master’s
degree in strategic management or related field is an added advantage
- At
least 8 years work experience, 5 of which in senior management position in
a recognized organization.
- Excellent
grasp of ICT based analytical techniques
- Strong
oral and written communication skills.
- Strong
sense of responsibility and ability to meet strict deadlines with
attention to quality.
- Desire
to develop strong working relationships across cultural and geographic
boundaries.
- Clear
demonstration of strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Excellent
influencing & facilitation skills and team player
- Proven
ability to contribute to strategy formulation and track record in leading
substantial planning activity.
- Strong
research, problem solving, decision making and organization skills.
4. Security Manager
Ref: SM/04/2011
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Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of comprehensive and cost effective security system to ensure maximum protection of the company’s assets and employees.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: SM/04/2011
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Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of comprehensive and cost effective security system to ensure maximum protection of the company’s assets and employees.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Advising
the management on the security requirements for the company and developing
sound security policies and procedures.
- Directing
and controlling security operations within and around the company
premises.
- Working
closely with the out-sourced security service provider to ensure effective
security for the company.
- Managing
any internal investigations and acting as liaison officer with all other
interested parties both internal and external including the police,
regulators and auditors.
- Identifying
security risks and evaluating alternative ways of addressing them
- Improving
security surveillance, detection and prevention of crime in liaison with
the police and other security agencies
- Ensuring
effective deployment and utilization of guards and equipment
- Coordinating
with appropriate law enforcement agencies to identify and facilitate
investigative actions.
- Evaluating
new technology based security solutions
- Preparing
and managing the security budget.
- Maintaining
comprehensive records of all investigations findings and action plan among
other responsibilities.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelor’s
degree preferably in criminology from a recognized university.
- Must
have been in disciplined forces having attained the rank of a Chief
Inspector of Police or Major
- A
proven track record in Fraud Investigations.
- At
least 10 years security management experience in a reputable organization
- Be
of unquestionable integrity and have excellent analytical and report
writing skills.
- Strong
oral communication skills and ability to multitask, organize and meet
deadlines.
- Must
be a team player.
- Computer
literacy.
5. Internal Audit Manager
Ref: IAM/05/2011
Reporting to the Board and Managing Director, the job holder will carry out audit activities in accordance with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: IAM/05/2011
Reporting to the Board and Managing Director, the job holder will carry out audit activities in accordance with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
Key duties and responsibilities
- Plans,
organizes, and carries out the internal audit function including the
preparation of an audit plan which fulfils the responsibility of the
department, scheduling and assigning work and estimating resource needs
requirements.
- Reports
to management on the policies, programmes and activities of the
department.
- Establishes
risk-based plans to determine the priorities of Internal Audit function.
- Communicates
Internal Audit activities, plans and resource requirements to management.
- Ensures
compliance with International audit standards.
- Carry
out business risk analysis.
- Manages
the internal audit unit, and prepares reports to the Board of Directors
- Carry
out monitoring and evaluation of audit recommendations.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelors
degree in commerce, accounting or its equivalent from recognized
University
- CPA
(K) or its equivalent
- Relevant
masters degree is an added advantage
- 8
years experience in auditing
- Good
working knowledge of office systems software.
6. Production Manager
Ref: PM/06/2011
Reporting to the Director Operations & Research, the job holder will oversee production activities of all seed crops in the company.
He/she will be expected to provide strong leadership to facilitate the achievement of the set targets.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: PM/06/2011
Reporting to the Director Operations & Research, the job holder will oversee production activities of all seed crops in the company.
He/she will be expected to provide strong leadership to facilitate the achievement of the set targets.
Key duties and responsibilities
- To
ensure that the required quantities of basic and certified seeds are
produced.
- To
ensure timely recruitment of growers and provision of technical support.
- To
ensure quality standards are attained at all stages of production by
working closely with the certifying agency, and other Departments.
- Foster
transparency and good governance practices within the department.
- To
ensure appropriate work plans are developed and executed on the basis of
the Strategic Plan, Performance Contract and the work plan.
- To
manage and coordinate staff matters within the department and influence
desired changes in working styles, attitudes and work ethics and ensure
appraisal of all staff.
- Formulate
and manage the departmental budget, develop comprehensive performance
targets and submit reports as and when required.
- To
lead in conservation of environment within and without production zones.
- Maintain
confidentiality of all information that comes by virtue of appointment and
in the course of assigned duties.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelor
of Science degree in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized
University.
- Masters
degree in agronomy or related field is an added advantage.
- 8
years experience in seed production, 5 of which must have been at Senior
Field Officer level or above.
- Good
working knowledge of office systems software.
- Be
conversant with Seeds and Plant Varieties Act Cap 326 of the laws of
Kenya, ISTA regulations and OECD requirements for varietal certification.
7. Finance Manager
Ref: FM/07/2011
Reporting to the Director Finance & Strategy, the job holder will be responsible for the following;
Key duties and responsibilities:
Ref: FM/07/2011
Reporting to the Director Finance & Strategy, the job holder will be responsible for the following;
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Liaise
with the Director in the development and implementation of sound financial
management system procedures.
- Timely
preparation of financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with
regulatory and statutory accounting requirements.
- Manage
financial resources effectively and efficiently through the development of
activity based budgets and implementation of strict budgetary control
measures.
- Assist
in analyzing the company’s financial results and advising management on
appropriate performance improvement strategies.
- Manage
daily financial transactions and ensure that they are carried out in
accordance with acceptable accounting standards.
- Analyze
the financial activities of the company and suggest ways to make it more
cost effective
- Work
with different departments in the company to evaluate budgets and ensure
that budgetary provisions are adhered to.
- Assist
in implementation of financial management strategies and control systems
in order to monitor the flow of funds, adherence to the budget,
expenditures, income and cost of sales.
- Prepare
management reports as required.
Qualification, experience and capabilities:
- Bachelors’
degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting Option), Finance
from a recognized University.
- Professional
qualifications i.e CPA (K) or ACCA
- Masters
Degree in Business Administration, Finance from a reputable university is
an added advantage.
- Have
demonstrated experience in improving organizational efficiency and
performance.
- Have
at least 8 years post-qualification experience in financial management 6
of which should be at senior level in a reputable organization.
- Have
hands on experience in computerized accounting applications/software.
- Have
the ability to work under pressure.
- A
strong team player of high integrity.
- Have
good interpersonal and communication skills
8. General Manager – Kibo Seed Company, Tanzania
Ref: GM/08/2011
Reporting to the Board and Managing Director, Kenya Seed Company, the General Manager will be head of the Kibo Seed Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kenya Seed Company.
He/she will be expected to provide strong and inspirational leadership to the company to facilitate the achievement of the set goals and objectives of the Company.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: GM/08/2011
Reporting to the Board and Managing Director, Kenya Seed Company, the General Manager will be head of the Kibo Seed Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kenya Seed Company.
He/she will be expected to provide strong and inspirational leadership to the company to facilitate the achievement of the set goals and objectives of the Company.
Key duties and responsibilities
- To
supervise all staff of the company and ensure highest standards of
discipline are upheld.
- To
ensure proper management, custody and optimal utilization of the company’s
resources.
- To
facilitate the implementation of the Board of Director’s policies and
decisions.
- To
develop and submit to the Board business plans and annual operating
budgets and strategic plans for consideration and approval from time to
time.
- To
drive the organization’s culture change agenda in order to inculcate the
core values of honesty, integrity, transparency, accountability and good
corporate governance practices.
- To
institute proper internal control systems and procedures to safeguard both
the Company’s physical and intangible assets.
- To
oversee and promote best practices in the procurement process of goods and
services by ensuring that the laid down government procurement regulations
and guidelines are strictly complied with.
- To
formulate appropriate promotional strategies and specific programmes to
popularize company products, hasten adoption and consequently increase
market share.
- To
continually evaluate and put in place a distribution network that is
adequate and active at all times.
- To
represent management in field days, tours, agricultural shows and any
other meetings beneficial to the company.
- To
promote local production, processing, packaging and import and export of
seed.
- Carry
out monitoring and evaluation of company projects.
Qualification, experience and capabilities:
- A
degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Commerce
or related field from a recognized university.
- A
master’s degree in Business Administration, Agriculture or a relevant
field is an added advantage.
- Working
knowledge in production, processing, packaging, import, export and
marketing of seed products is an added advantage.
- Must
have at least eight (8) years relevant experience 5 of which must be at
senior management level.
- Be
able to draw and understand budgets, planning and forecasts.
- Have
strong managerial, communication and leadership skills.
- Be
conversant with the Seeds and Plant Varieties Act CAP 326 Laws of Kenya
and any other relevant laws applicable in Tanzania.
- Knowledge
of the East African Market.
- Have
good working knowledge of office systems software.
9. Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Simlaw Seeds
Company
Ref: CMO/09/2011
Reporting to the General Manager Simlaw Seeds Company, the job holder will be responsible for development and implementation of sales and marketing strategies.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: CMO/09/2011
Reporting to the General Manager Simlaw Seeds Company, the job holder will be responsible for development and implementation of sales and marketing strategies.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Supervise
and guide sales and marketing team
- Develop
and execute sales and marketing strategies
- Oversee
successful introduction of new products in the market
- Manage
the processing of import/export orders and develop and maintain stock
reorder system
- Develop
and execute market penetration and retention strategies
- Review
the distribution chain and recommend ways of making it more efficient
- Assist
in the provision of technical advisory services to clients
- Prepare
the departments’ annual budget, monthly and quarterly reports
- Ensure
seed stock safety and high standard of hygiene in all the company outlets.
- To
procure sales orders, ensure they are adequately serviced and finally
ensure all monies are duly paid for all the products so supplied.
- To
carry out after sales trips, receive regular reports on stock
requirements, customer satisfaction, complaints, competition activities
and any other information useful to the company.
- To
spot check correctness of seed stocks delivered to our various Agents and
sub Agents , and to report any anomalies so identified.
Qualification, experience and capabilities:
- A
degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration or Business Management
from a recognized university.
- A
masters’ degree in Marketing or Business Administration and/or Diploma in
Marketing is an added advantage.
- Be
of high integrity and ability to meet stringent deadlines.
- Good
communication skills
- Have
at least 8 years relevant experience 5 of which should be at senior
management position.
- Be
a member of a professional body.
Your CV should include details of your qualifications, experience, current position, telephone contact, email address, names and addresses of three referees.
Please note that all the above positions are on a 3 year contract, renewable based on performance.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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