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New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited is the leading Dairy Company in the Country re-known for its world class brands that include KCC Butter, Ghee, Gold Crown, Safariland and Mala among others.
New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited is the leading Dairy Company in the Country re-known for its world class brands that include KCC Butter, Ghee, Gold Crown, Safariland and Mala among others.
Drivers (Pool Drivers)
Ref: HR/D/532/2017
Reports to: Transport Officer
Primary Responsibilities
- Ensuring the
safe transportation of company personnel and/or company goods from source
to destination as per instructions
- Maintaining
the company vehicle and ensuring it’s in good working condition
- Keeping a
record of the vehicle’s movement through the “Work Ticket’.
- Any other duties
as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Academic Qualifications
- Certificate
level training such as government motor vehicle mechanic (Grade II or III)
Experience
- Minimum 3
years’ driving experience (Class B,C,E)
Essential Skills
- Clean driving
record
- Good
interpersonal & communication skills
- Team playing
skills
- Ability to
follow through on defined tasks
Security Guards
Ref: HR/SG/604/2017
Reports to: - Security Manager
Primary Responsibilities
- Protect
company’s property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment
- Observe for
signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances
- Act lawfully
in direct defense of life or property
- Apprehend
criminals and evict violators
- Take accurate
notes of unusual occurrences
- Report in
detail any suspicious incidents
- Patrol
randomly or regularly building and perimeter
- Monitor and
control access at building entrances and vehicle gates
- Watch alarm
systems or video cameras and operate detecting/emergency equipment
- Any other
duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Academic Qualifications
- KCSE
Certificate
Experience
- Proven work
experience as a security guard or relevant position
Essential Skills
- Ability to
operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
- Excellent
knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols
- Surveillance
skills and detail orientation
- Integrity and
professionalism
Stores Clerk
Ref: HR/SC/585/2017
Reports to:
- Stores Manager
(functionally)
- Depot Manager
(administratively)
Primary Responsibilities
- Tallying stock
balances in the store and ensuring minimum/optimum stock levels
- Receiving
products from locations and overseeing the loading for dispatch to the
market
- Completing
issue forms and forwarding the same to the reconciliation office
- Compiling
monthly stock returns
- Mandatory SAP
knowledge /Working experience
Academic Qualifications
- Diploma level
training in a specialization such as book keeping/stock keeping or any
other relevant area
Experience
- 2 to 3 years’
experience
Essential Skills
- Computer
literacy
- Team playing
skills
- Ability to
follow through on defined tasks
Depot Cashier
Ref: HR/DC/609/2017
Job Purpose: The Depot Cashier will
be Reporting to the Depot Accountant.
He/ She will ensure accurate
and timely receiving and recording payments and payables
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving and
posting bank slips
- Disbursement
of petty cash expenses
- Receiving
petty cash receipts
- Updating
Occurrence Book (OB)
- Payment of
wages to Casuals
- Depositing
cheques collected from customers
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
The Candidate Specifications:
The candidate must possess
the following qualifications:-
- CPA PART 1
- At least 3
years’ experience
Essential Skills
- Must be
proficient with SAP and Accounting packages
- Attention to
detail
- Good organization
and communication skills
Depot Supervisor
Ref: HR/DS/610/2017
Job Purpose: The Depot Supervisor
will be Reporting to the Depot Manager.
He/ She will be responsible
for ensuring timely distribution of product to the sales staff based on order requirements.
To deputize the Depot Manager
at larger factory operations and be overall responsible for the stock in the
Stores at Sub – Depots.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring
products are received and dispatched to the market in good time
- Determining the
allocation of products to the salesman to ensure daily target is achieved
- Generating
stock order requirements
- Reconciling
stocks through comparing receipts from the factory and issues to the
market
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
The Candidate Specifications:
The candidate must possess
the following qualifications:-
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Commerce, Economics, Business Administration or its equivalent
from a recognized university.
- C.P.A
/C.I.P.S/Materials Management/Stores and Logistics Management or its
equivalents
- At least 4
years’ experience
Essential Skills
- Must be
proficient with SAP/ERP System
- Prior
experience supervising a unit/others doing similar work
- Time
management skills and attention to detail.
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills.
Fork Lift Driver
Ref: HR/FLD/586/2017
Reports to: - Factory Manager
Primary Responsibilities
- Ensuring the
safe transportation of company products from stores to destination as per
instructions
- Maintaining
the company forklifts and ensuring it’s in good working condition
- Any other
duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Academic Qualifications.
- Certificate
level training such as government motor vehicle mechanic ( Grade II or
III)
Experience
- Minimum 2
years’ driving experience operating a forklift
Essential Skills
- Clean driving
record
- Good
interpersonal & communication skills
- Team playing
skills
- Ability to
follow through on defined tasks
Production Supervisor
Ref: HR/PS/01/07/2017
Job Purpose: The Production Supervisor will be
Reporting to the Factory Manager. He/She will supervise, coordinate and control
milk reception, processing and packaging as well as oversee dispatch of the
same to the stores department
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising
the production staff
- Planning,
coordinating and executing production daily activities
- Ensuring
quality standards are achieved and maintained
- Controlling,
reconciling and balancing factory/plant stocks
- Preparation of
periodic reports
- Any other
duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Candidate Specifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Food Science / Dairy Science & Technology or related field
- 5 - 6 years’
experience in a similar job in a busy environment
Work Related Skills
- Familiarity
with standard office computer applications
- Ability to
work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Good
analytical skills
- Good report
writing skills
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic
supervisory skills
Quality Assurance Officer
Job Ref: HR/QAO/01/08/2017
Job Purpose: The Quality Assurance
Officer will be reporting to the Head of Quality Assurance (functionally) and
Factory Manager (administratively).
He/She will ensure that all
products are manufactured in accordance to the set standards by overseeing and
monitoring all the stages of the production process
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as the
organizations food-safety team leader and overseeing the laboratory
activities at the factory to ensure quality at all times
- Analyzing and
interpreting the laboratory results and advising the relevant department
- Undertaking
frequent inspections of the factory and its surroundings and identifying
safety hazards and informing the relevant authorities of the same
- Conducting
quality audits at the factory, depot and in the market and reporting on the
same along with recommendations on improvements
- Training
employees on food safety and proper manufacturing practices
- Reporting on
quality, stock utilization and cost of quality to the head office
- Handling
customer complaints pertaining to quality matters
- Participating
in the analysis of returned products
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Candidate Specifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Food Science & Technology / Dairy Technology or related
field
- Certified in
Quality Management System (QMS) will be an added advantage
- 5 - 6 years’
experience
Work Related Skills
- Proficient
with office computer applications
- Prior
experience supervising a unit / others doing similar work
- Excellent
analytical skills
- Well-developed
report writing skills
- Time management
skills and attention to detail
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated
supervisory skills
Head of Security
Ref: HR/HS/01/05/2017
Job Purpose: Reporting to Managing
Director, Head of Security will be responsible for ensuring maximum security in
the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out
physical checks and inspection of the entire organization to ensure
maximum security.
- Carry out
conclusive investigations on incidents and accidents in order to create a
safe environment and prevent recurrence.
- Ensure
effective gathering, analysis and dissemination of security related
intelligence to safeguard against lapses in security
- Conduct
proactive investigations of security irregularities and suspected criminal
activities and provide reports for decision making
- Act as a link
between the organization and the police in security matters.
- Prepare and
monitor section’s budget and forwards it to the Managing Director for
approval.
- Prepares
weekly reports on the general security status of the organization to keep
management updated on security issues.
- Supervises the
Security officers and the contracted security guards for efficient and
effective service delivery.
- Plan for and
ensure consistent maintenance of all security equipment such as vehicle
surveillance system, clocking in machine so that they are in good
serviceable condition.
- Review and
update security policies and procedures and ensure full implementation
- Institute
security internal controls to prevent occurrence and recurrence of
security threats
- Constitute a
disaster management team and offer leadership and training to the team
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Candidate Specifications
- Bachelors
degree in Criminology / Security related field in a position of inspector
- Masters degree
will be an added advantage
- 8 years’
experience (3 in police force) 5 years in a similar position
- Capable of
accurately making critically important decisions with little information
and time.
- High-level
analytic and computer skills; must be able to navigate menus and perform
logic-based searches of data rapidly and effectively.
- Multitasking
skills, including the ability to answer multiple phone lines, prioritize
alarms, and efficiently dispatch contracted security officers while receiving
visitors, issuing/altering/deactivating ID badges, responding to emails,
and monitoring CCTV equipment.
- Ability to sit
for prolonged periods of time (the entire work day) without becoming
distracted or complacent.
Essential Skills
- Keen on detail
with a high degree of accuracy
- Investigation
skills
- Demonstrated
leadership and managerial capabilities
- Prior
experience managing a section in a busy environment
- Exceptional
planning and organization skills
- Excellent
communication, analytical and report writing skills
Internal Auditor
Ref: HR/IA/01/09/2017
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Manager Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance, the holder is expected to ensure that internal controls are functioning as intended and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and operational procedures and give recommendations for their improvement.
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Manager Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance, the holder is expected to ensure that internal controls are functioning as intended and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and operational procedures and give recommendations for their improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving,
checking and analyzing internal controls, operational policies and
procedures
- Identifying
possible risks and making recommendations
- Carrying out
audit related investigations when called upon
- Overseeing
stock-takes and write-offs as well as conducting surprise checks
- Monitoring
implementation status of past audit recommendations
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Candidate Specifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting / Finance or related field
- Certified
Information Systems Audit (CISA)/ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- 5 – 6 years’
audit experience in audit function
- Working
experience in ERP environment, SAP knowledge will be an added advantage.
- Experience in
the use of CAATS/auditing software is desirable.
Essential Skills
- Excellent in
written and verbal communication, numerical, analytical and report writing
skills.
- Ability to
work independently or with minimum supervision
- Time
management skills and attention to detail
- Proficient
with office computer applications
- Prior
experience supervising a unit / others doing similar work
- Excellent
analytical skills
- Well-developed
report writing skills
- Time
management skills and attention to detail
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated
supervisory skills
Procurement Manager
Ref: HR/PM/01/06/2017
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Head
of Procurement, the Procurement Manager will follow up on the procurement of
quality goods and services at competitive prices.
Key responsibilities
- Facilitate the
procurement of goods, works and services for the company
- Prepare
requests for proposals
- Prepare and
follow up of tender documents in liaison with user department
- Prepare letters
of invitation to bidders to attend tender openings
- Facilitate
tender opening and tender evaluation sessions
- Maintain a
database of pre-qualified suppliers
- Review
contracts and liaise with the legal department on preparing service level
agreements based on tender requisitions.
- Offer
Secretarial Services to Procurement Committee
The Candidates Specifications
The candidate must possess
the following qualifications
- Bachelors of
Science in Supply Chain Management or Business Related Degree
- Masters in degree
will be an added advantage
- C.I.P.S
qualification
- Member of
Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply or relevant body
- Must be
familiar with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015
- Must have
exposure / experience in clearing and forwarding
- Have at least
5 years’ proven and significant work experience in a Procurement
department in a large organization preferably in a FMCG company.
Essential Skills
- Working
experience in use of ERP system, SAP knowledge will be an added advantage
- Ability to work
well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent
negotiation skills a must
- Good
analytical and report writing skills
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic
supervisory skills
Head of Business Strategy &
Development
Ref: HR/HBS&D/01/02/2017
The Head of Business Strategy
& Development will be reporting to the Managing Director.
Job Purpose: To manage and
coordinate the strategies and business plans formulated by the Board as well as
managing performance improvement
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and
communicating the overall strategic business planning of the company
- Guiding and
liaising with department heads towards achieving short and long term
strategic goals as well as business growth
- Proactively
formulating, evaluating and implementing concepts for business development
identified across the company
- Coordinating
and implementing the Boards strategic thinking and forward planning /
forecast of the company
- Preparing and
producing periodic strategic management performance and forecasting
reports
- Assessing the
risk at key levels of the organization and appraising projects to
determine their viability
- Facilitating
the integration of risk assessment processes in the organization and
liaising with the Heads of Department to determine response strategies to
risk
- Conducting
competitor analysis and other studies to establish performance indicators
and determine the company’s position and performance
- Preparing
periodic reviews of programs and processes
- Updating
periodic indicators of the company’s short and long term goals/objectives
- Guiding the
process of establishing strategy and performance management systems within
the organization
- Coordinating
the Government performance contracting process
- Any other
duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor
The Candidate Specifications:
- Master’s
degree in Strategic Management / Business Administration or related field
- Bachelor’s
degree in Commerce, or Business related field
- At least 7
years’ experience in senior management with 3 years in similar position
Essential Skills
- Exceptional
planning and organization skills
- Good
communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated
integrity and leadership qualities – Administer Psychometric Test
Head of Employee Relations
Ref: HR/HER/01/04/2017
The Head of Employee
Relations will be reporting to the Chief Manager, Human Resource &
Administration
Administration
Job Purpose: To provide principle
support to the Chief Manager Human Resource & Administration in
implementing the disciplinary and grievance handling policies and procedures
taking into account application of law, organization values, operational
policies and procedures.
Implements staff recognition
programs and interventions that support delivery of business objectives in line
with the organization values.
Key Responsibilities
- To manage
disciplinary/grievances as per policy, labor & government regulations;
- To communicate
recommendations on disciplinary action to be taken;
- To facilitate
building of managerial capacity of management staff on employee relations
in conjunction with T & D
- To liaise with
legal section & company lawyers on all legal issues relating to staff;
- To manage
exits & separation process;
- To develop
& review Employee Relations policies in line with best practice &
legal requirement;
- To report on
turnover analysis, disciplinary cases analysis & other employee
relations trends and
- To facilitate
building of managerial capacity of management staff on employee relations
and coaching of managers to handle disciplinary issues.
- Any other
duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor
The Candidate Specifications:
- Master’s
Degree in HR with a bias in Industrial Relations
- Bachelor’s
Degree in HR related subjects/social sciences or any other related field.
- Higher
National Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Valid professional
membership from IHRM – K or other relevant institution
- Professional
practicing license from IHRM
- A minimum of
three years relevant experience is required with a particular bias on
Employee Relations
- 7 years’
experience in middle management coupled with 3 years’ experience in a
similar position.
Essential Skills
- Considerable
knowledge of current trends and practices in HR
- Prior
experience supervising a unit/others doing similar work
- Advanced
presentation skills
- Well –
developed report writing skills
- Organizational
skills
- Time
management skills and attention to details
- Good
interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to
work under pressure
- High standards
of personal integrity
- Ability to
prioritize activities and multi-task
- Problem
solving and Analytical skills
- Sense of
initiative
- Adaptable to
change
Head of Quality Assurance
Ref:
HR/HQA/01/03/2017
Job Purpose: The Head of Quality
Assurance will be reporting to the Chief Manager, Factory Operations.
He/ She will coordinate
quality management systems as well as ensure implementation of food safety
systems of the procurement, processing and marketing of milk.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing of
general quality performance at all locations
- Analyzing
statistical data and producing specifications to establish standards of
quality
- Developing a
quality policy and formulating a sampling procedure and creating forms as
well as instructions for recording and reporting on quality
- Implementing
methods and procedures for the disposal of damaged products
- Overseeing the
staff in the Quality Assurance section
- Preparing and
controlling the departmental budget
- Overseeing and
provide technical support to new product development
- Oversee
periodic Quality Audits at the processing facilities
- Develop and
maintain a working relationship with external quality and environmental
governing bodies
- Generate
Quality Compliance Reports and documentation, including review and
implementation of work instructions and procedures
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
The Candidate Specifications
- Masters Degree
in Science or related field.
- Bachelor’s
degree Food Science & Technology / Dairy Technology or related field
- Certified in
Quality Management Systems (QMS) from KEBS or related certification
- Seven (7)
years’ experience in middle level management with 3 years in similar
position
Essential Skills
- Demonstrated
leadership and managerial capabilities - Administer Psychometric Test
- Prior
experience managing a section in a busy environment
- Exceptional
planning and organization skills
Chief Manager - Internal Audit,
and Risk & Compliance
Ref:
HR/CMIA/RC/01/01/2017
Job Purpose: Reporting to Managing
Director, Chief Manager Internal Audit, and Risk & Compliance will be
responsible for developing & enforcing implementation of internal control
systems and managing organizational Risks
Key Responsibilities
- Planning,
organizing and controlling the internal audit program as well as providing
guidance and direction on the overall process
- Reviewing and
evaluating systems and standard operating procedures, including
administrative controls, and identifying opportunities for improvement and
recommending on the same
- Overseeing
risk management and internal controls as well as governance processes
- Ensuring the
management policies and procedures are followed
- Managing the
staff in the Audit, Risk & Compliance department as well as
coordinating and allocating tasks and assignments
- Leading risk
management activities within business units, ensuing that risk management
programmers are robust. In addition, lead in the identification of issues
at business units and champion the closure of audit issues identified
- Any other
duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Candidate Specifications
- Masters Degree
in Finance, Accounting / Actuariel Science, or Business related field
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting / Finance/Actuarial Science or business related field
- Certified
Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA)
- 8 years’
experience in Senior Management preferably in an Audit firm
- 3 years’
experience in similar position
- Excellent risk
mapping and identification skills
- Demonstrable
professional auditing capabilities
- Excellent
communication, analytical and report writing skills.
- Experience
Auditing ERP environment
- Member of
ICPAK or other relevant professional Body
Essential Skills
- Demonstrated
leadership and managerial capabilities
- Prior
experience managing a section in a busy environment
- Exceptional
planning and organization skills
- Excellent
communication, analytical and report writing skills
How to Apply
If you meet the specified requirements, send ONLY a hard copy application with a daytime telephone number and a detailed CV, copies of certificates and contacts of at least 3 referees to:
Managing Director
If you meet the specified requirements, send ONLY a hard copy application with a daytime telephone number and a detailed CV, copies of certificates and contacts of at least 3 referees to:
Managing Director
New Kenya Co-operative
Creameries
P.O. Box 30131 – 00100 G.P.O.
Nairobi
Closing Date: Monday 12th June 2017,5 p.m.
Please note that all applications MUST be sent through the above address NOT later than date specified.
NEW KCC is an equal opportunity employer.
P.O. Box 30131 – 00100 G.P.O.
Nairobi
Closing Date: Monday 12th June 2017,5 p.m.
Please note that all applications MUST be sent through the above address NOT later than date specified.
NEW KCC is an equal opportunity employer.