Export Promotion Council (EPC) is a State
Corporation under the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Co-operatives.
The primary mandate of the Council is to develop and promote export of Kenya’s goods and services.
Trade Information & Business Services Officer
Job Ref EPC/2017/022
2 Positions
EPC Grade 6
Terms of Employment: Permanent
Job Description: The role of this
position is to assist in business advisory duties and in the development of
exports and stakeholder information sharing and providing quality, accurate and
timely trade information to the business community.
Job Description will entail:-
1.
Providing
business counseling services to business community;
2.
Data
mining for relevant business information databases
3.
Assisting
in the dissemination of accurate, up-to-date and relevant trade information to
the business community;
4.
Assisting
in development of appropriate trade information products and services at the
Council.
5.
Maintaining
high quality standards in customer delivery
6.
Assisting
in preparing the Kenya Export Directory and trade information publications
(e.g. brochures, bulletins, leaflets, newsletter) and design appropriate
dissemination mechanisms.
7.
Assisting
in the maintainance of a comprehensive database of clients for targeted
dissemination of specific information to identified users
8.
Assisting
in the organisation of trade information seminars for the business community to
raise awareness on specific trade related topics.
Appointment Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate
must have:-
1.
Bachelor’s
degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Business
Management/Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
2.
Good
communication skills
3.
Proficiency
in Computer applications.
4.
Fulfilled
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Office
Assistant (Messengerial / Catering)
Job
Ref EPC/2017/021
1
Position
EPC
Grade 10
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
This
will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level
will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.
Job
descriptions will entail: -
1.
Providing cleaning services and
office arrangement,
2.
Preparing and serving tea;
3.
Packing, unpacking items;
4.
Shifting, lifting and removing items;
5.
Reporting of damages in area of
deployment;
6.
Dismantling, eliminating, destroying
undesirable items;
7.
Tending equipment to preserve and
prolong usage and prevent adverse exposure;
8.
Mail delivery other messengerial
services.
Appointment
Specifications
1.
For appointment to this grade, an
officer must have:-
2.
KCSE mean grade D or equivalent
qualification
3.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Assistant
Security Warden
Job
Ref EPC/2017/020
1
Position
EPC
Grade 10
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
Job
Description will entail:-
1.
Securing premises and personnel by
patrolling property
2.
Monitoring access points and
controlling entry.
3.
Preventing losses and damage by
reporting irregularities,
4.
Ensuring effective operation of
security equipment and reporting any defect
5.
Recording unusual observations,
information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
6.
Protecting the lives of the Council
staff and visitors by ensuring that the working environment is safe.
7.
Operating detecting devices to screen
individuals and prevent passage of prohibited gadget into the Council’s
premises.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
1.
KCSE mean grade D or equivalent
qualification
2.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Driver
Job
Ref EPC/2017/019
2
Positions
EPC
Grade 9
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
Job
descriptions will entail: -
1.
Carrying out minor mechanical
adjustments;
2.
Identifying and reporting abnormal
functioning of the vehicle;
3.
Taking initiative for security and
safety for the vehicle on and off the road and safety of passengers and/ or
goods therein;
4.
Maintain vehicle in clean condition;
keeping the fuel cards safe;
5.
Maintain work tickets for vehicles
assigned;
6.
Monitoring deadlines vehicle
insurance;
7.
Reporting of accidents, theft ; and
8.
Verifying and monitoring repairs.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
1.
Certificate in Kenya Certificate of
Secondary Education mean grade D or equivalent qualification
2.
Current driving license free from
current endorsements and valid for all the classes of vehicles, which the
candidate is required to drive;
3.
Occupational Trade test for Driver
grade III;
4.
At least four (4) years previous
satisfactory driving experience after obtaining the driving license;
5.
Accident free record within the last
four (4) years;
6.
First Aid Certificate course lasting
not less than one (1) week at St. Johns Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway
and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution; and
7.
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
8.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Assistant
Officer, Supply Chain Management
Job
Ref EPC/2017/018:
1
Position
EPC
Grade 8
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
This
will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level
will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.
Duties
and responsibilities in this level will entail:
1.
Preparing tender documents, requests
for proposals, and expression of interests;
2.
Attending to any clarifications
sought by bidders;
3.
Preparing addendums and amendments to
Tender Documents;
4.
Receiving and opening of
tenders/quotation documents;
5.
Participating in the evaluation of
tenders/quotations;
6.
Assisting in the preparation of
Statutory Reports;
7.
Participating in the preparation of
annual procurement and disposal plans;
8.
Preparing and submitting procurement
reports;
9.
Implementing Tender, Procurement and
Disposal Committee decisions;
10.
Undertaking inspection and acceptance
of goods, services and works;
11.
Disposal of stores and equipment; and
inventory management and control;
12.
Carrying out periodic market surveys;
13.
Maintaining custody of procurement
registers, files and custody of bid documents;
14.
Preparing and submitting tender
documents for contract preparations;
15.
Preparing and dispatching of Local
Purchase Order (LPO) and Local Service Order (LSO); and
16.
Participating and conducting periodic
and annual stock taking.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have at least: -
1.
Diploma in any of the following:-
Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce,
Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics, or any other
relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
2.
Proficiency in computer applications;
3.
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution; and
4.
Shown merit and ability as reflected
in work performance and results.
E-Trade
and ICT Officer
Job
Ref EPC/2017/017
1
Position
EPC Grade 6
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
This
will be the entry grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work
under direct supervision of a senior officer.
The job descriptions will entail:-
1.
Liaising with users for proper
handling of equipment during operations and training of users;
2.
Ensuring ICT spares and consumable
are in stock;
3.
Assisting in training on the use of
computers, relevant software packages and developing customized applications;
4.
Assisting in updating of websites
with trade information and facilitate in retrieval of information from CBIK
databases and the internet
5.
Maintaining list of trade information
websites for utilization by staff and business community;
6.
Assisting in development of websites
for SMEs
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
1.
Bachelor’s degree in Information
Communication Technology / Computer Science or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
2.
Proficiency in computer applications
3.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Internal
Auditor
Job
Ref EPC/2017/016
1
Position
EPC
Grade 6
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
This
will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level
will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.
Job
Description
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
1.
preparing draft audit test
procedures, draft notifications and request for information Memos.
2.
carrying out audit tests on internal
controls in accounting, administration and operational procedures;
3.
ensuring that the audit working and
paper files are complete and well referenced. reviewing prepared audit test procedures,
drafts notifications and request for information Memos;
4.
carrying out audit tests on internal
controls in accounting, administration and operational procedures;
5.
preparing draft audit reports;
6.
preparing draft risk based audit
plans, programmes and schedules; and
7.
examining and evaluating the
Council’s internal controls to ascertain their adequacy and make
recommendations for improvement
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
1.
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting
or Finance option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution.
2.
Certified Public Accountant Part II
or ACCA. Proficiency in Computer applications.
3.
Proficiency in computer applications
4.
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
Research
and Advocacy Officer
Job
Ref EPC/2017/015
2
Positions
EPC Grade 6
EPC Grade 6
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
This
will be the entry and training grade for this cadre.An officer at this level
will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.
Job
Description
1.
Evaluating project proposals;
2.
Designing data collection procedures
and instruments;
3.
Conducting research studies in
related areas;
4.
Developing research instruments;
5.
Collecting and collating data on
research projects;
6.
Writing research reports; and
7.
Maintaining reports on research.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
1.
Bachelors degree in any of the
following: Economics, Statistics, Planning, Public Policy or any other relevant
and equivalent discipline from a recognized institution; and
2.
Proficiency in Statistical Package
for Social Science (SPSS) and any other relevant statistical package;
3.
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
4.
Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution.
Market
Development and Promotion Officer
Job
Ref EPC/2017/014
1
Position
EPC
Grade 6
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
An
officer at this grade will be responsible to the Manager, Product, Market
Development and Promotion and may be deployed in product development function,
market development and promotion or County Support Services function
The
role of this position is responsible for supporting the tasks and assignments
related to the capacity and product development programmes for the MSME and
will also handle market development and promotion activities.
Job
Description
Job
descriptions will entail:-
1.
Assisting in managing the export
development and promotion activities for the regions assigned;
2.
Assisting in the preparation,
implementation and monitoring of trade promotion activities such as trade
fairs/ exhibitions, trade missions, buyer – seller meets etc in consultation
with Manager M&E
3.
Assisting in preparing briefings for
exhibitors before departure for trade promotion activities.
4.
Implementing identified sector
intervention activities with sector Champions and other relevant stakeholders.
5.
Gathering and compiling relevant
markets intelligence reports for use in the improvement of in-house Sectoral
knowledge.
6.
Generating monthly reports of
activities undertaken/in progress for evaluation by management.
7.
Liaise with Sectoral specialists in
scheduling meetings, ensure minutes and issues generated at these meetings are
escalated to divisional head for appropriate intervention and forwarding to the
Board where necessary.
Appointment
Specifications:
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
1.
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following: Commerce, Economics, Business Education, Entrepreneurship
Development, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration & Management,
International Trade, SME development, Food Science & Technology, Textile
Technology, Leather Technology, or any other relevant and equivalent discipline
from a recognized institution
2.
Good communication skills;
3.
Proficiency in computer application
4.
Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter
six of the Constitution.
Senior
Accountant
Job
Ref EPC/2017/012
1
Position
EPC Grade 5
EPC Grade 5
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
The
Job Descriptions will entail:
1.
Post data into the Financial
Management System.
2.
Prepare costing guidelines for
activities;
3.
Collate and circulate budget
guidelines to budget holders;
4.
Review divisional budgets estimates
for accuracy and completeness and compliance to policies and procedures;
5.
Review expenditure requests and
postings to ensure they are charged to the correct budget line; and
6.
Undertake budget monitoring through
variance analysis.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
1.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:Commerce, Public Finance, Financial Auditing Financial
Accounting or Business related degree from a recognized institution;
2.
Certified Public Accountant Part III
or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution; and
3.
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya
and registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
(ICPAK) or member of any other relevant Professional body recognized in Kenya;
4.
A minimum period five of (5) years
relevant work experience;
5.
Proficiency in Computer applications
6.
Demonstrated competence in work
performance.
7.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Accountant
Job
Ref EPC/2017/013
1
Position
EPC Grade 6
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
Job
Description
The
Job Descriptions will entail:
1.
Inputing accounting transactions in
the books;
2.
Managing banking and bank
reconciliation;
3.
Maintaining income and expenditure
records;
4.
Collecting Council funds from
GOK/Others and accounting for them;
5.
Initiating and facilitating
preparation of financial accounts;
6.
Preparing audit schedules to
facilitate yearly audits;
7.
Maintaining general and subsidiary
ledgers; and
8.
Maintaining financial assets and
liabilities.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
1.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:Commerce, Public Finance, Financial Auditing Financial
Accounting or Business related degree from a recognized institution;
2.
Certified Public Accountant Part II
or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution; and
3.
Proficiency in computer applications.
4.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
Personal Assistant to CEO
Job
Ref EPC/2017/011
1
Position
EPC
Grade 4
Terms
of Employment: Permanent
The
Chief Executive Office is supported by a Personal Assistant and Office
Administrator for the day to day management and administration of the
office.
This
position will be responsible for the efficient functioning of the Executive
Office through coordination of the CEO’s Secretariat and effective management
of communication in the Executive Office.
Job
Description
The
job description will entail:
1.
Providing comprehensive support
services to the CEO that ensures a professional, responsive and effective
experience with the organization as a whole;
2.
Providing export liaison services
between the CEO’s office and all the stakeholders;
3.
Managing the CEO’s diary and
prioritise inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts;
4.
Providing administrative interface
between the office of the CEO and Management/Staff
5.
Ensuring smooth day-to-day scheduling
of engagements;
6.
Administering internal and external
correspondence;
7.
Managing calls and prioritize
messages, emails and other mail;
8.
Handling all calls and visitors with
grace and professionalism;
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
1.
Bachelors degree in Business
Administration or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a
recognized Institution.
2.
Professional qualification and
membership where applicable
3.
A minimum period of eight (8) years
relevant work at least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
4.
Management Course lasting not less
than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
5.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution.
6.
Strong communication, teamwork,
interpersonal and organizational skills;
7.
Good command of written and spoken
English
8.
Proficiency in computer applications
Manager,
Supply Chain Management
Job
Ref EPC/2017/010
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Subject to Performance
Job
Description
Duties
and responsibilities in this level will entail:
1.
Overseeing the development and
implementation of supply chain management policies, plans and strategies;
2.
Overseeing the preparation and
submission of timely procurement reports;
3.
Resolving procurement issues with
contractors and consultants;
4.
Ensuring that procurement and
disposal functions are implemented in full compliance with statutory provisions
by the council;
5.
Providing technical/secretariat
services to the council’s tender, procurement and disposal committees;
6.
Ensuring timely implementation of
decisions of tender, procurement and disposal committees;
7.
Submitting statutory reports;
8.
Ensuring compliance to budget
guidelines
9.
Formulating and developing policies,
plans and strategies in the areas of supply chain,
10.
Overseeing procurement, activities in
the council;
11.
Developing and maintaining supply
chain, capability and culture that reflect the values which facilitates
performance, professionalism and initiative by staff throughout the council;
12.
Championing value-for-money and model
cost-effective measurement techniques for assessing output quality delivered by
supply chain;
13.
Coordinating all procurement
activities in the council and discharge its duties in line with procurement and
disposal laws;
14.
Providing advice to the council as
required in relation to procurement of goods, works and services and contract
management;
15.
maintaining a sound procurement
policy that ensures acquisition of goods, services and works is executed in
line with the public procurement regulations;
16.
Providing technical and secretarial
services to the council’s tender and disposal committee and ensuring prompt
implementation of its decisions; and
17.
Monitoring and evaluating contract
management by users and report progress to facilitate timely decision making
and timely implementation/completion of project; and
18.
Supervising, training and developing
of staff under him or her.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have at least:
1.
A minimum of ten (10) years’
experience in relevant work and at least five (5) years in a supervisory role
in the Public Service or in the Private Sector;
2.
Bachelors Degree in any of the
following:- Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics,
Commerce, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics or
other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution.
3.
Masters Degree in any of the
following:- Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies
Management or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution.
4.
Certificate in Leadership Course
lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution.
5.
Membership of professional body
either KISM or CIPS or both.
6.
Proficiency in computer applications.
7.
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution; and
8.
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected
in work performance and results.
Manager,
Corporate Communications
Job
Ref EPC/2017/009
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Subject to Performance
Job
Description
The
job description will entail:-
1.
Providing overall management and
coordination activities in Corporate Communication Division;
2.
Advising the Chief Executive Officer
on Corporate Affairs;
3.
Developing, implementing and
reviewing corporate Affairs policies, strategies and standards;
4.
Designing, initiating and supervising
research on public relations issues and developing appropriate interventions;
5.
Devising and implementing measures to
promote the corporate image of the Council;
6.
Developing press releases, speeches
and briefs for the Council;
7.
Engaging with the media and other
stakeholders on all matters of concern to EPC;
8.
Disseminating various customer care
issues to relevant HODs for appropriate action;
9.
Championing Corporate Social
Responsibility Programmes;
10.
Spearheading Customer Satisfaction
surveys;
11.
Managing staff development and
performance management systems in the Unit;
12.
Developing and disseminating the EPC
Annual Report on achievements.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
1.
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass
Communication or Public Relations or any other relevant and equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution.
2.
Master’s degree Journalism, Mass
Communication or Public Relations or any other relevant and equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution.
3.
A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant work with at least five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory
capacity;
4.
Professional qualification and
membership where applicable
5.
Certificate in Leadership Course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
6.
Excellent oral and writing skills
both in English and Kiswahili;
7.
Photography, video recording,
branding, editing and social media skills;
8.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
9.
Proficiency in computer operation
10.
Demonstrated competence in work
performance
Manager,
Human Resource and Administration
Job
Ref EPC/2017/008
1
Position
EPC Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract
Renewable Subject to Performance
Job
Description
The
Job Description will entail;
1.
Development and implementing of HR
strategies, policies and practices and coordinating human resource initiatives
aimed at achieving EPC strategic objectives.
2.
Management of the terms and
conditions of service including recruitment, promotions, personnel emoluments
and review of the same.
3.
Designing human resource plans for
career progression and succession management and maintaining optimal staffing
levels.
4.
Facilitating and coordinating
implementation of the performance management system for high performance
culture;
5.
Overseeing training needs assessment
and organizing appropriate intervention programs for staff training and
development
6.
Facilitate the development of
organization structures that provides a system of well-coordinated functions
and relationships for realization of Council’s objectives.
7.
Coordinating all administrative
matters including transport, logistics, maintenance and inventory of Council’s
facilities, assets and management of record, security and work environment.
8.
Mainstreaming, implementing,
sensitizing staff on Government policies on Gender, Disability, Alcohol and
Drug Abuse, HIV/Aids, National Cohesion, National Values and Principles of
Governance
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
(i)
Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management
OR
Degree
in Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
AND
A
post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized
institution Membership to a Professional Body eg IHRM or relevant recognised
institution
(ii)
Masters Degree in Human Resource Management/ Development/ Planning, Business
Administration or Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized
institution;
(iii)
A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work at least five (5) years’
experience in a supervisory capacity.
(iv)
Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution;
(v)
Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution
(vi)
Membership to a Professional Body eg IHRM or relevant recognised institution
(vii)
Proficiency in computer applications
(viii)
Demonstrated competence in work performance.
Manager,
Research and Advocacy
Job
Ref: EPC/2017/007
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract
Renewable Subject to Performance
The
Manager, Research and Advocacy will be responsible to the Chief Manager,
Corporate Strategy, Research and Advocacy.
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail:
Job
Description
1.
Coordinating the undertaking of
applied market research in East Africa / European markets for the benefit of
exporters;
2.
Disseminating research findings to all
stakeholders;
3.
Coordinating the preparation of
budget of the section in consultation with the Chief Manager;
4.
Coordinating the preparation of
budget for implementation of the strategic plan on the shortterm in
collaboration with all other sections;
5.
Analyzing constrains in sector
identified in the National Export Strategy and disseminating findings in
stakeholders forum;
6.
Prioritizing research projects and
funding;
7.
Ensuring implementation of research
findings;
8.
Coordinating, monitoring and
evaluation of research projects;
9.
Coordinating publication and
disseminating of research findings;
10.
Representing EPC in trade policy and
research meeting
11.
Reviewing Trade agreements and
preparing briefs for policy interventions;
12.
Coordinating activities of Trade
Point in collaboration with manager E-trade; and
13.
Secretary to Specific sectoral panels
and in charge of developing the sector positional papers in liaison with
respective units.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
1.
Served in the grade of Principal
officer, Research and Advocacy or in a comparable and relevant position for at
least three (3) years;
2.
Bachelors degree in any of the
following: Economics, Statistics, Planning, Public Policy or any other relevant
and equivalent discipline from a recognized institution;
3.
Masters degree in any of the
following: Economics, Statistics, Planning, Public Policy or any other relevant
and equivalent discipline from a recognized institution;
4.
Proficiency in Statistical Package
for Social Science and any other relevant statistical package;
5.
A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant work with at least five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory
capacity
6.
Membership in a professional body
7.
Certificate in Leadership Course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
8.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
9.
Demonstrate managerial and
professional competence and exhibit a thorough understanding of national goals,
policies and development objectives and ability to alling them to EPC policies
and program.
Manager,
Strategy and Performance Management
Job
Ref EPC/2017/006
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Subject to Performance
The
Manager, Strategy and Performance Management will be responsible to the Chief
Manager, Corporate Strategy, Research and Advocacy for planning, monitoring
implementation and evaluation of the Council’s performance.
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
Job
Description
1.
Undertaking national economic and
business reviews to inform goals for export development;
2.
integrating activities of the Council
in the national exports sector planning processes.
3.
Developing targets for interventions
in the Kenya Vision 2030 objectives.
4.
Coordinating development,
implementation and review of the Council’s strategic plan;
5.
Establishment and implementation of a
Monitoring and Evaluation framework for the Council’s programmes, projects and
activities;
6.
Providing technical support to
council staff in planning and monitoring of ongoing activities;
7.
Coordinating development and
implementation of the Council’s Service Delivery Charter;
8.
Developing and implementating
effective risk appraisal and measurement tools;
9.
Spearheading ISO Certification;
10.
Developing and implementating
corporate ethics and anti-corruption framework.
11.
Managing trade flow analysis for the
benefit of exporters and policy makers;
12.
Coordinating implementation of
Strategic Plan and EPC annual performance contract
13.
Coordinating cascading of performance
contract and monitoring implementation progress quarterly.
14.
Liaising with Human Resource
Management for coordination of annual performance appraisal exercise by all
departments.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade an officer must have: -
(i)
Served in the the grade of Principal Planning Officer for a minimum period of
three (3) years
OR
A
minimum of ten (10) years relevant work experience five (5) of which must have
been in a senior management position in the public or private sector;
(ii)
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Micro or macroeconomics,
Econometrics, Statistics, Planning, Commerce, Business Administration,
International Trade or any other relevant and discipline;
(iii)
Masters degree in any of the following disciplines Micro or macroeconomics,
Econometrics, Statistics, Planning, Commerce, Business Administration,
International Trade or its equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
(iv)
Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution;
(v)
Proficiency in computer applications.
(vi)
Demonstrated thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development
objectives and ability to align them to EPC policies and programs.
(vii)
Membership to a Professional Organization
(viii)
Critical thinking
(ix)
High aptitude in problem solving
(x)
Decision making aptitude
(xi)
Teamwork and Relationship building
(xii)
Demonstrated competence in work performance
(xiii)
Fulfiled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Manager,
Partnerships
Job
Ref EPC/2017/005
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Subject to Performance
The
Manager, Partnerships, will be responsible to the Chief Manager, Corporate
Strategy, Research and Advocacy for securing and growing the Council’s revenue
streams through cash and in-kind partnerships.
The
functions will entail: -
Job
Description
Job
Descriptions will entail:-
1.
Identifying , securing and fostering
financial and in-kind support from partners, including corporate sponsors,
trusts and foundations, private donors or philanthropists and government;
2.
Managing and enhancing existing
relationships, and building new relationships;
3.
Administering of the Customer
Relations Management System (CRMS)
4.
Identifying and packaging partnership
opportunities;
5.
Undertaking campaigns targeting
prospective development partners;
6.
Strengthening mutual collaboration
links with committed development partners;
7.
Publicizing the mission and role of
EPC in the sector and the nation with the purpose of motivating collaboration
and cooperation;
8.
Developing fundraising strategies,
negotiation and management of fundraising agreements with financiers;
9.
Developing of effective means for
handling funding transactions involving development partners and target
beneficiaries;
10.
Initiating linkages with stakeholders
to promote export promotion;
11.
Preparing and presenting proposals
for grants to meet the needs of export promotion.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade an officer must have: -
1.
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following: Micro or macroeconomics, Commerce, Business Administration,
International Trade, Planning or any other relevant and equivalent discipline
from a recognized institution.
2.
Masters degree in any of the
following disciplines Micro or macroeconomics, Commerce, Business
Administration, International Trade, Planning or any other relevant and
equivalent discipline from a recognized institution.
3.
A minimum of ten (10) years relevant
work experience five (5) of which must have been in a senior management
position in the public or private sector;
4.
Certificate in Leadership Course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
5.
Proficiency in computer applications;
6.
Demonstrated thorough understanding
of national goals, policies and development objectives and ability to align
them to EPC policies and programs.
7.
Participated in formulation,
development of trade policy, sector strategy and export development.
8.
Membership of a Professional
Organization
9.
Critical thinking
10.
High aptitude in problem solving
11.
Decision making aptitude
12.
Teamwork and Relationship building
13.
Demonstrated competence in work
performance
14.
Fulfiled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Manager,
County Export Services
Job
Ref EPC/2017/004
1
Position
EPC
Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Subject to Performance
An
officer at this grade will responsible to the Chief Manager, Product, Market
Development and Promotion.
They
will be deployed in County Export Support Services division and their functions
will entail:-
Job
Description: The role of this position involves
coordination of provision of export support and business counseling services at
County level.
Job
Descriptions will entail:-
1.
Fostering partnerships with county
Governments on promotion of the export agenda;
2.
Developing and implementing of
outreach programs in the counties
3.
Designing technical proposals for
capacity building programmes in the counties;
4.
Providing technical support services
on Product Development and Market Promotion;
5.
liaising with CBIK to develop
appropriate products and services in consultation with the business community
in the Counties stakeholders;
6.
Disseminating accurate, up-to-date
and relevant trade information to the business community in the counties;
7.
Establishing and developing networks
with private and public Trade Promotion Organizations in the counties to
facilitate acquisition and exchange of information
8.
Establishing systems to monitor and
evaluate quality of services and products and customer satisfaction
9.
identifying and developing income
generating cost recovery opportunities at regional level
10.
Overseeing compilation of databases for
producers, exporters and trade support networks
11.
Overseeing preparation of trade
information publications relevant to the region
Appointment
Specification
For
appointment to this grade an officer must have:
1.
A minimum period of ten (10) years’
experience and at least five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in
product and enterprise development, promotion and market development.
2.
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following: Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, International Trade,
SME development, Food Science & Technology, Textiles & Apparels Design,
Leather Design or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a
recognized Institution.
3.
Master’s Degree in any of the
following: Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, International Trade,
SME development, Food Science & Technology, Textiles & Apparels Design,
Leather Design or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a
recognized Institution
4.
Professional qualification and
membership, where applicable.
5.
Certificate in leadership course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
6.
Good communication and analytical
skills;
7.
Project management skills
8.
Proficiency in computer applications
9.
Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
Corporation
Secretary
Job
Ref EPC/2017/003
1
Position
EPC Grade 3
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract
Renewable Subject to Performance
Corporation
Secretary and Legal Services function entail:Provision of legal advice and secretariat services to the Board;
liaise with external counsel for representation of the Council on legal
matters; develop legal strategies on legal disputes, and litigations; ensure
compliance to regulatory and statutory requirements; provision of guidance on
governance to the Board and the Council; represent the Authority in various
litigations; and keep custody of the Council Seal and all legal documents and
instruments.
Job
Description
The
job description will entail:-
1.
Providing guidance to the Board on
their duties and responsibilities and on matters of Governance
2.
Assisting the Board in carrying out
Board induction and training; updating Board Committee Charters; preparation of
Board Work-Plans; Board Evaluation; Governance Audit, and Implementation of the
Code of Conduct and Ethics;
3.
Ensuring timely preparation and
circulation of Board and Committee Papers;
4.
Ensuring timely circulation of Board
and Committee Minutes;
5.
Keeping custody of the seal of the
Organization and account to the Board for its use;
6.
Maintaining and update the Register
of Conflict of Interest;
7.
Ensuring the Board Members are aware
of all relevant laws affecting the Organization;
8.
Facilitating effective communication
between the Organization and stakeholders;
9.
Ensuring that Annual returns are
promptly filed with relevant authorities;
10.
Ensuring that Board and Committee
papers are circulated in advance of any meeting;
11.
Providing legal guidance on
contractual and statutory obligations binding to the Organization and legal
duties for the Council.
Appointment
Specification
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
1.
Bachelors degree in Business
Administration or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a
recognized Institution.
2.
Master’s in Business Administration
or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized
Institution.
3.
Member of the Institute of Certified
Public Secretaries of Kenya;
4.
A minimum period of ten (10) years
relevant work with at least five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory
capacity;
5.
Leadership Course lasting not less
than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
6.
Proficient in computer operation
7.
Fulfilling the requirements of
Chapter Six of the Constitution
8.
Demonstrated competence in work
performance
Chief
Manager, Corporate Strategy, Research and Advocacy
Job
Ref EPC/2017/002
1 Position
EPC Grade 2
1 Position
EPC Grade 2
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable Once Subject to Performance
Job
Description: The Chief Manager, Corporate
Strategy, Research and Advocacy will be responsible to the Chief Executive
Officer for directing, controlling and coordinating technical and
administrative activities of Corporate Strategy, Research and Advocacy.
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
1.
Coordination of formulation and
implementation of strategy to promote exports
2.
Coordination of the Council’s input
in national and sectoral planning processes;
3.
formulation, implementation and
review of internal research policies and strategies;
4.
formulation and implementation of
risk policies and framework, analyze risk and compliance appropriately and
recommend on mitigation measures; and
5.
Identifying and adopting benchmarked
research tools to enhance efficiency and service delivery;
6.
Liaising with Government authorities
and key stakeholders on relevant trade policy issues to advocate for favourable
export environment;
7.
Overseeing the implementation of
impact assessment framework for Council activities;
8.
Coordination of development and
implementation of monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports from
implementing departments/ divisions;
9.
Coordinating development and
implementation of annual budgets and work-plans;
10.
Commissioning studies/research geared
towards export promotion and development;
11.
liaison with the government,
producers/ manufacturers and other stakeholders on implementation of research
findings; and
12.
Overseeing the preparation of annual
operational plans and budgeting for the department.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade an officer must have: -
(i)
Served in the grade of Manager, Strategy and Performance Management or Manager,
Research and Advocacy or Manager, Partnerships for a minimum period of three
(3) years
OR
A
minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience eight (8) of which must
have been in a senior management position in the public or private sector;
(ii)
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Micro or macroeconomics,
Econometrics, Statistics, Planning, Commerce, Business Administration,
International Trade or any other relevant and discipline;
(iii)
Masters degree in any of the following disciplines Micro or macroeconomics,
Econometrics, Statistics, Planning, Commerce, Business Administration,
International Trade or its equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
(iv)
Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution;
(v)
Demonstrated thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development
objectives and ability to align them to EPC policies and programs.
(vi)
Participated in formulation, development of trade policy, sector strategy and
export development;
(vii)
Membership to a Professional Body
(viii)
Critical thinking
(ix)
High aptitude in problem solving
(x)
Decision making aptitude
(xi)
Teamwork and Relationship building
(xii)
Demonstrated competence in work performance
(xiii)
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Chief
Manager, Trade Information and Business Services
Job
Ref: EPC/2017/001: C
1
Position
EPC Grade 2
Terms
of Employment: Four (4) Years Contract Renewable
Once Subject to Performance
Job
Description: The Chief Manager, Trade
Information and Business Services will be responsible to the CEO, for overall
guiding in the development of exports and marketing facilitation portals and
E-trade, stakeholder information sharing and providing quality, accurate and
timely trade information to businesses.
The
job description will entail:-
1.
Establishing and managing
relationships/linkages with data sources, public and private organizations,
trade promotion organizations, to facilitate acquisition and exchange of
information;
2.
Coordinating the management of the
Centre for Business Information in Kenya (CBIK) to ensure high efficiency and
quality of service;
3.
Overseeing implementation and
maintenance of informative, efficient and interactive trade information web
portals.
4.
Overseeing the implementation and
continuous review of a Customer Relationship Management system
5.
Overseeing the Implementation and
monitoring of policies on use of E-Trade in export promotion;
6.
Overseeing the implementation of the
exporters outreach and county engagement programme
7.
Developing and overseeing the
implementation of income generating cost recovery opportunities in the
department.
8.
Overseeing the implementation of
E-trade marketing services;
9.
Coordinating development and
implementation of annual budgets and work-plans for the department.
10.
Continuously reviewing the skills
requirements and developing relevant training programmes for the department in
liaison with head of human resource management division.
11.
Coordinating and supervising the work
of the department’s staff and enforcing Council’s systems and procedures for
monitoring, evaluating and appraising performance.
Appointment
Specifications
For
appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-
1.
Served a minimum period of twelve
(12) years relevant work at least eight (8) years’ experience in a management
position
2.
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following: Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, International Trade or
any other relevant and equivalent discipline from a recognized institution.
3.
Masters degree in any of the
following disciplines: Commerce, Business Management/Administration, or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
4.
Professional qualification and
membership where applicable
5.
Certificate in Leadership Course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
6.
Project management skills
7.
Good communication, presentation and
analytical skills
8.
Proficiency in computer operation.
9.
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter
Six of the Constitution
10.
Demonstrated professional competence
and management capability.
How
to Apply:
Candidates who qualify are advised to CLICK HERE to download and complete the Candidates’ Profile and Application Form.
Candidates who qualify are advised to CLICK HERE to download and complete the Candidates’ Profile and Application Form.
The
completed Form should be submitted in MS Word Format, through email hr@epc.or.ke,
so as to reach the EPC by close of business on Wednesday 20th December,
2017.
Only
one email will be allowed per applicant.
Candidates must also comply with the provisions of Chapter six of the Kenya Constitution, 2010.
Candidates must also comply with the provisions of Chapter six of the Kenya Constitution, 2010.
Applicants
will be required to attach valid copies of clearance certificates from the
following institutions:-
1.
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
2.
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
(EACC)
3.
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
4.
Directorate of Criminal
Investigations Department (DCI)
5.
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
The
EPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender
equality.
Women,
people living with disabilities and those from marginalised communities are
encouraged to apply.
Canvassing
will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be
contacted.
DISCLAIMER: The EPC does NOT require applicants to pay any fee at whatever stage of the recruitment, selection and employment process.
DISCLAIMER: The EPC does NOT require applicants to pay any fee at whatever stage of the recruitment, selection and employment process.