Leather Laboratory Technician
Senior Leather Technician
Senior Leather Industrial Development Officer
Principal Leather Industrial Development Officer
Human Resource & Administration
Leather Parks & Centres
Promotions & Marketing
Capacity Building
Leather Technician
Job Grade KLDC 9
Job Ref No.: KLDC/019/2019
Responsibilities
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Carrying out chemical analysis on
leather and leather products.
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Carrying out physical analysis on
leather, leather products and accessories.
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Undertaking microbiological
examination of water.
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Maintaining records for chemicals,
reagents, glassware, apparatus and consumable.
Qualifications
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Have a Certificate in Laboratory
Technology or relevant equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
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Proficiency in computer applications
is an added advantage.
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Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
Senior Leather Technician
Job Grade KLDC 8
(2 Positions)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/017/2019
Responsibilities
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Training in footwear and leather
goods manufacturing.
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Preparing training materials.
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Requisitioning and providing training
materials specifications.
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Monitoring and evaluating the
efficient utilization of resources.
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Participating in continuous
evaluation of the trained artisans and entrepreneurs.
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Preparing training reports.
Qualifications
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Have at least four (4) years’
experience in footwear and leather goods manufacturing.
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Have a Certificate in Leather Craft
or Trade Test I leather works from a recognized institution.
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Proficiency in computer applications
is an added advantage.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
Senior Leather Industrial Development Officer
JOB GRADE KLDC 5 (2 positions)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/012/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities will entail:-
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Promoting production of quality hides
and skins.
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Carrying out sensitization on
standards on leather products.
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Carrying out training needs
assessment in leather value chain.
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Identifying and recruiting MSMEs to
be trained in production of leather and leather products.
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Analyzing Leather sector data.
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Carrying out inspection, verification
of imports and exports.
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Updating the Leather databank.
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Promoting appropriate environmental
management in the leather sector in collaboration with NEMA.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
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A minimum period of five (5) years
relevant work experience.
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Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: Leather Technology, Leather Science/Manufacture or its
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
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Proficiency in computer applications.
·
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance.
Principal Leather Industrial Development Officer
JOB GRADE KLDC 4 (1 position)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/009/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities will entail:
·
Promoting production of quality hides
and skins.
·
Carrying out sensitization on
standards on leather products.
·
Carrying out training needs
assessment in leather value chain.
·
Identification/recruitment of MSMEs
to be trained in production of leather and leather products.
·
Undertaking research on Leather
production and marketing activities.
·
Analyzing Leather sector data.
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Carrying out inspection and
verification of imports and exports.
·
Updating the Leather databank.
·
Promoting appropriate environmental
management in the leather sector in collaboration with NEMA.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:-
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Have a minimum period of eight (8)
years relevant work experience.
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Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of
the following disciplines: Leather Technology, Leather Science/Manufacture, or
its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
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Have a certificate in Leadership
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
·
Be proficient in computer applications.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance.
Human Resource & Administration
JOB GRADE KLDC 3 (1 position)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/006/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
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Forecasting and planning on human
resource needs of the Council.
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Initiating best practices in the
management of human resource function.
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Championing change management
programmes in the Council.
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Managing succession plans of the
Council.
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Monitoring and evaluating the
effectiveness of training and development programmes.
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Leading the Council in formulating
and implementing efficient Performance Management Systems.
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Formulating and reviewing
administrative policies, strategies, procedures and systems.
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Managing service contracts and
service level agreements for outsourced services.
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Forecasting Council’s needs for
equipment, security and cleaning services.
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Overseeing the process of acquiring
new service providers related to all outsourced services falling under
administration section.
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Coordinating renewal of general
insurance covers for vehicles, buildings and equipment.
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Ensuring efficient provision of
transport, security and cleaning services in the Council.
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Safeguarding the Council’s assets.
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Facilitating Board and staff
functions.
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Facilitating travel clearance, visas
and other necessary travel documents for the Board of Directors and all staff
travelling out of the Country on official duties.
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Initiating the identification and
acquisition of the Council’s assets for repair, maintenance and disposal.
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Developing budget plans for
Administration section.
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Overseeing the provision of efficient
records management and information services in the Council.
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Coordinating the preparation of
periodic progress reports.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –
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Have a minimum period of ten (10)
years relevant work experience, at least three (3) of which should be in a
management position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
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Have a Bachelors Degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Public Administration, Business Administration, Human
Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations or its
qualifications from a recognized institution.
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Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of
the following disciplines:- Public Administration, Business Administration or
its qualifications from a recognized institution and Diploma in any of the
following disciplines:- Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development,
Industrial Relations, Business Administration or any equivalent qualifications
from a recognized institution;
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Possession of a Masters Degree in any
of the following disciplines:- Public Administration, Business Administration,
Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations or
its qualifications from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
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Have a certificate in Leadership
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
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Be a Member of the Institute of Human
Resource Management.
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Be proficient in computer
applications.
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Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance.
Leather Parks & Centres
JOB GRADE KLDC 3 (1 Position)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/005/2019
Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be deployed to carry out specific
duties related to the following areas:
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Initiate development and review of
leather parks and centres’ policies, standard and guidelines.
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Initiate the establishment and
management of leather parks and training centres’ (Centres of Excellence).
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Assess impack of leather parks and
centres on MSMEs productivity.
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Maintain a database of MSMEs in
leather parks and centres.
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Market leather parks and centres to
attract investment.
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Ensure environmental compliance in
collaboration with stakeholders.
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Facilitate the provision of shared
infrastructure within the parks and centres.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must:-
·
Have a minimum period of ten (10)
years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in a management
position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
·
Have Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal Science,
Manufacture Science, Material Science or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution.
·
Possession of a Masters Degree in any
of the following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal
Science, Manufacture Science, Material Science or equivalent qualification from
a recognized institution is an added advantage.
·
Have a certificate in Leadership
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
·
Professional qualification and
membership to a professional body, where applicable.
·
Be proficient in computer applications.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance.
Promotions & Marketing
JOB GRADE KLDC 3 (1 Position)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/004/2019
Responsibilities
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Initiate development and review of
promotion and marketing leather policies, standards and guidelines.
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Develop and implement promotion and
market programmes.
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Collaborate with stakeholders for
optimal facilitation of business in leather sector.
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Conduct market research to identify
new markets, emerging demands and customer preferences.
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Assess the impact of promotion and
marketing on MSMES productivity.
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Promote product development and
branding.
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Promote market linkages and access.
·
Market leather parks and centres to
attract investment.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must:-
·
Have a minimum period of ten (10)
years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in a management
position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
·
Have Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal Science,
Manufacture Science,Material Science or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution.
·
Possession of a Master’s Degree in
any of the following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal
Science, Manufacture Science, Material Science or equivalent qualification from
a recognized institution is an added advantage.
·
Have a certificate in Leadership
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
·
Professional qualification and
membership to a professional body, where applicable.
·
Be proficient in computer
applications.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance.
Capacity Building
JOB GRADE KLDC 3 (1 position)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/003/2019
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities will entail:
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Carrying out training needs
assessment in leather value chain.
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Ensure the training Centres are
operational and well maintained.
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Carrying out the identification/recruitment
of MSMEs to be trained in production of leather and leather products.
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Advising on development and revision
of training curriculum and materials.
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Coordinating trainings across the
Centres.
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Ensuring a register of trained MSMEs
is maintained.
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Coordinating follow up and assessment
of training impacts on MSMEs productivity.
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Ensuring appropriate environmental
management systems is in place.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
·
A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in a management position
in the Public Service or Private Sector.
·
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in leather
related field from a recognized institution.
·
Possession of a Masters Degree in
leather related field is an added advantage.
·
Have a certificate in Leadership
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
·
Professional qualification and
membership to a professional body, where applicable.
·
Be proficient in computer applications.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
·
Demonstrate competence in work
performance
Leather Technician
Job Grade KLDC 9
(8 Positions)
Job Ref No.: KLDC/020/2019
Responsibilities
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Operating leather and leather
products production/ training machines.
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Carrying out service and minor
maintenance works for the machines.
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Reporting on service, maintenance and
safety incidences.
Qualifications
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Have a Certificate in Leather Craft
or Trade Test Grade III leather works.
OR
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Have a two (2) years’ experience as a
machine operator.
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Proficiency in computer applications
is an added advantage.
·
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are expected to fulfill the requirements
of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya. Specifically, they must obtain and
submit with their application, copies of the following:
1. Certificate
of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
2. Clearance/Compliance
Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
3. Tax
Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
4. Clearance
from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
5. Clearance
from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Suitably qualified candidates are advised to download and
complete the Candidates’ Profile and Application Form (from
the ‘Vacancies’ section at www.leathercouncil.go.ke) indicating the Job
Reference Number on the Job Application Form and send to kldc.jobadverts@gmail.com attaching
certified copies of academic certificates and professional qualifications and
National ID.
Hand-delivered application can also be dropped at the Council’s
Reception Desk located at CPA Centre, 5th Floor, Thika Road, next to KCA
University.