Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) is a
State Corporation established in 1950 through an Act of Parliament CAP 363 of
the Laws of Kenya with the objective of providing a ready market for livestock
farmers and processing high quality meat and meat products for consumption in
the domestic and export markets.
We wish to recruit dynamic,
innovative, self-driven and highly qualified individuals to fill the following
positions to drive the Commission in achieving the said mandate and effectively
supporting the Government in the realization of Vision 2030.
Chief Operations Officer
Ref: KMC 2/10/2015
The Chief Operations Officer shall
provide the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the
company has proper operational controls, administrative and reporting
procedures, and related systems in place in order to ensure sound financial
management and efficient operations of the Commission.
The Chief Operations Officer is responsible for the day to day general operations of the Commission.
He/she reports directly to the
Managing Commissioner who closely works with the Board to ensure that the Kenya
Meat Commission, among other objectives, implement the commission strategic
plan and the current turn-around plan in a bid to move it to higher and sustainable
level in the Meat Industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations in
all the departments’ i.e. production, marketing and sales, finance and
administration, research and development
- Ensure consistency and standards across all
revenue streams and service delivery elements of the business
- Advise the Managing Commissioner on financial
planning, budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities, and policy matters
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual
budget process
- Rapid expansion and growth of the business in
terms of backwards and forward markets
- Maintain continuous lines of communication,
keeping the Managing Commissioner informed of all critical issues
- Promote a culture of high performance and
continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
- Ensure staff members receive timely and
appropriate training and development
- Establish and monitor staff performance and
development goals, assign responsibilities, set objectives, establish
priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisal.
- Responsible for the performance contracting
processes
- Upgrade and implement an appropriate system of
policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and procedures
- Improve administrative and operational
services
Qualifications
- Business or Accounting degree mandatory, a
master’s in business administration is preferred
- Proven track record of success facilitating
progressive organizational change and development within a growing
organization is required more than specific professional discipline
- Qualified or possesses requisite experience in
HR frameworks, production, financial management, marketing and operations
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior
management position
- Financial reporting capabilities including
budgeting and cash flow management
- Excellent judgment and creative problem
solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong mentoring, coaching experience to a
team with diverse levels of expertise
- Entrepreneurial skills and a team player who
can multitask
- Superior management skills
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Corporation Secretary
Ref: KMC 3/10/2015
The Corporation Secretary is the
secretary of the Board and is therefore responsible for accurate recording and
keeping of all the Board minutes.
He /she manages all litigation cases
against the company and keep custody of important legal documents.
He/she is responsible and reports to
the Board, specifically offering advice and guidance on matters of law and
governance to ensure K.M.C complies with standard financial and legal practice
and maintains high standards of corporate governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides guidance to the Board on their duties
and responsibilities and on matters of governance
- Advice management on legal matters relating to
business operations and action on legal cases instituted against the
corporation
- Keep custody of important legal documents including
contractual documents and company seal
- Provide secretarial services to the Board, and
to the management Committees of the corporation
- Draw procurement contracts and ensures that
they comply with the laws and regulations, both local and international
- Identifies regulatory requirements and
collaborate with other departmental heads to ensure enforcement of these
requirements
- Represent the corporation in court cases
- Facilitate effective communication between the
company and its stakeholders
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time
to time by the Managing Commissioner and the Board
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws degree from a reputable
university
- Masters in Law or other relevant fields will
be an added advantage
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
- A registered CPS (K) member of the Institute
of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
- At least eight (8) years’ experience, five (5)
of which must be at senior management level
- Strong management and negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication
skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines.
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Sales and Marketing Manager
Ref: KMC
4/10/2015
The Sales and Marketing Manager will
oversee the sales function and ensure set volumes and revenue targets are
met.
He/she will be responsible for
planning and implementing sales, marketing and product development
programs.
He/she will report to the Chief
Operations Manager.
Key Responsibilities;
- Member of the senior management team and is
therefore part of critical business decisions and strategy development
- Manage existing distributor relationships /
customer accounts and develop new sales channels
- Ensure periodic sales and performance targets
are achieved
- Manage the entire sales staff and coordinates
the sales function.
- Develop and review marketing strategies
- Prepare sales annual plan and budget for
managerial approval to improve operational efficiency
- Plan and coordinate sales events and
promotional activities as well as networking with industry stakeholders to
ensure customer satisfaction
- Champion the company’s brand identity and
culture
- Ensure compliance with established standard
policies and procedures
- Provide specific management reports and
analysis
- Liaise with other departments to ensure
availability of resources to achieve targets efficiently
- Manage credit collection and ensure debts are
within credit policy
- Any other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelors of Commerce degree in Marketing or
its equivalent
- Master’s degree in Sales & Marketing will
be an added advantage
- Professional qualification in Sales &
Marketing from a recognized institution
- Membership to a professional body such as
Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK)
- Minimum of eight (8) years’ work experience in
a senior management position preferably in fast moving consumer goods
(FMCG)
- Ability to network and proven track record of
closing sales and meeting sales targets.
- Extensive experience in an ERP environment,
SAP experience will be an added advantage
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Plant Engineer
Ref: KMC 5/10/2015
The Plant Engineer will oversee all
the daily operations of the plant and ensure continuous improvements and
optimization of all processes.
He/she will ensure that policies and
procedures are followed to maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity
by providing guidance for preventative and repair maintenance to ensure that
plant operations are able to meet output quotas and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Increase production, assets capacity and
flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining quality
standards
- Be responsible for production output and
product quality to ensure effective return on assets
- Put in place measures to ensure factory safety
and healthy working environment
- Minimize waste and constraints from production
processes to improve efficiency and enhance productivity
- Attend to machine breakdown and supervising
daily maintenance
- Ensure preventive maintenance is carried out
periodically
- Manage workshop and stores efficiently
- Ensure timely replenishment of supplies and
parts
- Maintain records and reporting on activities
in the factory
- Estimate production costs and inform
management of the estimated costs of any changes in product design
- Evaluate and implement cost-saving measures
- Determine the feasibility of production processes
and staff needs
- Review existing production schedules and
prioritize projects based on resources, appropriate technology and company
requirements
- Promote the most efficient use of physical and
human resource
- Any other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering
from a recognized university.
- Post Graduate qualification in Management from
a recognized institution will be an added advantage
- Registered with Engineer’s Registration Board
(ERB).
- Member of the Institution of Engineers of
Kenya (IEK)
- Must have six (6) years’ work experience in a
busy FMCG manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of an ERP will be an added
advantage
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Internal Auditor
Ref:- KMC
6/10/2015
The Internal Auditor is responsible
for the timely execution of risk-based internal audits in accordance with the
annual audit plan, as well as assisting with other audit matters and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Advice the Board on internal control systems
for effective Management
- Review the existing internal control systems
- Plan and develop a risk based audit plan
- Coordinate duties and responsibilities of the
systems audit
- Oversee the day-to-day administration of the
audit division
- Follow up on the implementation of internal
and external audit recommendations
- Develop audit techniques and procedures for
finance and comprehensive audit
- Carry out a review of accounting financial
systems in conformity to international financial reporting standards
(IFRS) and budgetary systems
- Verify accounting transactions to ensure
compliance with the laid down procedures
- Verify Commission’s asset and liabilities
- Liaise with the external auditors for
objective audits
- Carry out audit checks to ensure compliance in
accordance with Internal Audit Act, PFMA and other relevant
laws/regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor of commerce (Accounting option )from
a recognized university
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)or
equivalent
- Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in audit
- Ability to work on your own initiative and as
part of a team
All applicants should have certificates
of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher
Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission.
Livestock Manager
Ref: KMC 8/10/2015
The livestock manager will be
responsible for:-
- Identifying areas to source livestock and
supply of good quality livestock
- Monitoring prices in markets and advice
management accordingly
- Identifying, assessing and engage suppliers of
quality livestock to the Commission to ensure consistency
- Working with national and county veterinary
officers on livestock movement and disease control
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in animal
production/Animal science/Veterinary medicine or its equivalent from a
recognised university
- Should have Served as a livestock officer on a
similar position for a minimum period of six (6)years
- Demonstrate supervisory, administrative
ability and work performance.
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Supply Chain Manager
Ref: KMC
9/10/2015
The supply chain Manager will be
responsible for:-
- Managing the tendering and quotation process
as well as contract Management,
- Participating in developing and reviewing
procurement policies and procedures
- Identifying potential cost saving areas
through competitive tendering and negotiations
- Ensuring suppliers meet pre-qualifications and
comply with public procurement procedures.
- Leading, training and managing the supplies
team towards delivering the required supplies.
- Managing the transaction approval processes
and requisitions
- Reviewing requirements for materials
especially for packaging
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in purchasing and supplies
Management, commerce, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent
from a recognized university
- Diploma in purchasing and supplies Management
obtained from CIPS, ISM or equivalent.
- Six years’ experience in a similar position
- Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies
Management
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
Human Resource Manager
Ref KMC
10/10/2015
The Human Resource Manager will be
responsible for:-
- Formulation and implementation of Human
Resources Policies, strategies and evaluating their effectiveness
- Advising senior staff on areas of recruitment,
transfers, pay, pension schemes
- Administering and processing of the payroll/
Human Resources database
- Advising on organizational and Human Resources
planning issues and other matters, including staff career development ,
employee relations and disciplinary matters
- Ensuring effective staff recruitment
- Providing advice on strategies regarding
training and development
- Developing and ensuring implementation of
reward systems, remuneration policies and strategies
- Developing and ensuring effectiveness of
performance Management systems
- Reviewing organizational structures and
analyze workload from time to time
- Provide employees counselling services,
- Representing the Commission in labour
disputes,
Qualifications
- A degree from a recognized University in Human
Resources Management science, or any other relevant and related
qualifications.
- MBA in Human Resources Management will be an
added advantage
- Higher diploma in Human Resources Management
- Six Years (6)’ experience in a busy
organization at a senior management position.
- A certificate of membership with a
professional body in human resources
- Demonstrate good understanding of Human
resource regulations and good practices
All applicants should have
certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority, Higher Education Loans Board and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption
Commission.
How to Apply
If you meet the above minimum requirements please send your application, Curriculum Vitae, indicating current salary, copies of certificates, testimonials and contacts of at least three referees and daytime telephone contacts to reach the undersigned not later than 13th November 2015.
The Managing Commissioner,
Kenya Meat Commission,
P. O. Box 2-00204,
Athi River
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
KMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and Persons Living with Disability are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
If you meet the above minimum requirements please send your application, Curriculum Vitae, indicating current salary, copies of certificates, testimonials and contacts of at least three referees and daytime telephone contacts to reach the undersigned not later than 13th November 2015.
The Managing Commissioner,
Kenya Meat Commission,
P. O. Box 2-00204,
Athi River
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
KMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and Persons Living with Disability are encouraged to apply.