Enterprise Development Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 18/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 7)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:- collecting data related to micro enterprises
promotion; mobilizing MSE operators; assisting in recruiting exhibitors;
assisting MSEs to register and form Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs)
and Associations; recruiting trainers; assisting and implementing MSE
programmes; facilitating access to services for micro and small enterprises in
the form of Business Development Services and technology; conducting business
counselling;
providing mentorship for aspiring youth entrepreneurs; conducting
research on MSEs; conducting training; recruiting exhibitors and trainees;
collecting and analyzing data on MSE issues; compiling training and exhibition
reports; conducting MSE sector needs assessment; undertaking micro-financing,
marketing, infrastructure, and start up programmes and support; and
disseminating information about MSE Fund & facilitating access to MSE Fund.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Strategic Management, Agri-Business,
Commerce, Business Administration, Enterprise Development, Entrepreneurship,
Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
and
·
Proficiency in computer applications.
Assistant Director (Enterprise
Development)
Ref.
No: MSEA – 19/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 5)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail:- coordinating implementation of
policies, projects and programmes in relation to Micro and Small Enterprises;
providing business counselling and assisting youth aspiring to become
entrepreneurs; conducting training; preparing budget estimates; preparing training
manuals and exhibition materials; evaluating training programmes/exhibition
events; analysing data on MSE issues; liaising with stakeholders on program
implementation; marketing Authority programmes; writing proposals for funding;
compiling training/exhibition reports; overseeing County programmes/projects;
facilitating technology transfer amongst MSE operators; preparing periodic and
quarterly reports; motivating staff for peak performance; providing
inspirational leadership for peak performance; overseeing the implementation of
the Authority/County Strategic Plans; preparing and coordinating performance
contracts, monitoring and evaluating the implementation of projects and
programs relating to or affecting MSEs; coordinating dissemination of information
about MSE Fund; and facilitating access to MSE Fund.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
·
Minimum experience of Seven (7) years
working experience as an Enterprise Development officer in Public Service or a
comparable position, three (3) of which should be at middle level management;
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise Development/Entrepreneurship,
Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Master’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing will be Enterprise Development/Entrepreneurship,
Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
will be an added advantage;
·
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Course or related training from a recognized institution;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
demonstrated professional competence
as reflected in work performance and results.
Chief Office Administrator
Ref.
No: MSEA – 22/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 5)
Responsibilities
An
officer at this level will be deployed to work in the office of the Chief
Executive Officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
taking oral dictation; using e-office to research and process data; operating
office equipment; attending to visitors/clients; handling telephone calls;
handling customer inquiries and complaints; coordinating schedules of meetings
and appointments; coordinating travel arrangements; ensuring security of office
records, equipment and documents, including classified materials; ensuring
security, integrity and confidentiality of data; establishing and monitoring
procedures for record keeping of correspondence and file movements; maintaining
an up to date filing system in the office; preparing responses to routine
correspondence; managing office protocol and etiquette; managing petty cash and
any other office administrative services duties that may be assigned. In
addition, the officer will guide and supervise other office administrative
services personnel.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
·
Bachelors degree in Secretarial
Studies, social sciences or Bachelor of Business and Office Management from a
recognized institution;
·
served in the grade of Senior Office
Administrator, administrative secretary, personal assistant or a comparable
senior administrative position in a busy public office for a minimum period of
three (3) years;
·
Masters degree will be an added
advantage
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
demonstrated outstanding professional
competence in the management of office management services.
Manufacturing & Agribusiness
Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 20/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 7)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:-Implementation of Agribusiness policies,
strategies, programmes and projects; Identification of Agribusiness investment
opportunities and preparation of bankable projects for Agro-Industries;
Facilitation of increased investment Agribusiness; cluster development and
Agribusiness value chains; Preparation of pre-feasibility and feasibility
studies to facilitate Agribusiness investments; Facilitation conducive
environment for increased investment in Agribusiness; Promote food safety and
quality standards in Agribusiness; and Promote skills development and
technology transfer in Agribusiness
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Biological/Physical
Sciences, Project Planning and Management, Statistics, Engineering (Mechanical,
Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Electronics, Metallurgy, Aeronautical,
Agricultural), Agriculture, Animal Sciences, Food technology, Clinical
Nutrition and Dietetics, Textile Technology, Production Technology. Leather
Sciences, Wood Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Geology, Environmental
Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Computer Science from a recognized
institution;
·
Proficiency in computer applications.
Technician II
REF.
No. MSEA – 14/7/19 (MSEA Grade 8)
Responsibilities
The
officer will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties and
responsibilities will entail:- inspection, operation, repair and maintenance of
electrical, electronics, and mechanical, manufacturing, chemical, production,
civil etc installations and controls; building drawings, specifications and
cost estimates for electrical, electronics, mechanical; producing, civil
installations or in the commercial office to handle commercial matters such as
costing, installation, operation, inspection, testing and maintenance of
electrical, electronics, mechanical, manufacturing, production, civil or
foundry works. The officer will also participate in training and grading of
staff working under him.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
·
Diploma in
Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Engineering/Electronics/ OR Technician Certificate
Part I or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
·
Certificate in relevant computer
application package from a recognized institution.
Senior Assistant Director (Business
Development, Marketing & Trade)
Ref.
No: MSEA – 15/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 4)
Reporting
to the Director, Business Development, Marketing and Trade the Senior Assistant
Director, Business Development, Marketing and Trade will be assisting in
coordinating MSE Capacity building, county coordination, marketing, trade and
services.
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:- Overseeing the development, interpretation,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Enterprise Development policies,
programmes and strategies for MSEs; Liaising with stakeholders for program
implementation, marketing and departmental programs; Developing and reviewing
Enterprise Development programs and projects; Advising on development and
implementation of an effective programme for application and transfer of
appropriate technologies; Preparing partnership agreements with relevant
stakeholders; Promoting innovativeness in the development of products by Micro
and Small Enterprises; Facilitating MSE business linkages; Facilitating
implementation of award schemes on technology development; Promoting value
addition and supporting value chain in various subsectors of the MSEs; Carrying
out assessment to identify MSE marketing needs; Facilitating access to markets
by Micro and Small Enterprises; Developing strategies to promote marketing of
MSE products; and Collaborating with stakeholders on regional, local and county
marketing activities.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this position an officer must have;-
·
Minimum experience of eight (8)
years, three (3) of which must have been in a senior management position in
Business Development, Marketing and Trade in a micro and small enterprises or
in a comparable position;
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Economics, Commerce, Business Administration,
Strategic Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise
Development/Entrepreneurship, Business Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
·
Master’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Economics, Commerce, Business Administration,
Strategic Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise
Development/Entrepreneurship, Business Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
·
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Course or related training from a recognized institution;
·
Proficiency in computer application;
and
·
demonstrated professional competence
as reflected in work performance and results.
·
Demonstrate thorough understanding of
the mission, vision, and strategies of MSEA and the ability to clearly
interpret and apply role of Micro and Small Enterprise in Kenya’s social
economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030 and Big 4 Agenda
Senior Enterprise Development Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 16/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 6)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail:- Initiation and implemention of
policies, projects and programmes related to Micro and Small Enterprises;
conducting sector needs assessment; conducting business counselling; assisting
youth aspiring to become entrepreneurs; conducting research on MSEs; conducting
training; preparing budget estimates; analysing data on MSE issues; compiling
training/exhibition reports; preparing annual work plans; and facilitating
technology transfer amongst MSE operators, monitoring and evaluating the
implementation of projects and programs relating to or affecting MSEs;
disseminating information about MSE Fund; facilitating access to MSE Fund;
undertaking administrative and operation duties in the Counties and Handling
Human Resource Matters in liaison with the Human Resource Management Division.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
·
served in the grade of Enterprise
Development Officer or in comparable positon in public/private sector for a
minimum period of three (3) years;
·
Bachelors degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise Development/Entrepreneurship,
Education Technology, Business Management or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution; Civil/Building/ Electrical/ mechanical/ Agricultural/
electronics/water engineering; and any other social sciences from a recognized
Institution;
·
Attended entrepreneurship course or
related professional training from a recognised institution
·
Certificate in computer application
skills from a recognized institution; and
·
shown merit and ability as reflected
in work performance and results
Business Development Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 17/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 7)
Responsibilities
This
is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will
work under the supervision and guidance of an experienced officer.
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:- Work at this level will involve performing a
variety of enterprise Development duties under the supervision and guidance of
an experienced officer; specific duties will include; collecting data related
to micro enterprises promotion; mobilising MSE operators; assisting in
recruiting exhibitors; assisting MSEs to register and form Savings and Credit
Cooperatives (SACCOs) and Associations; recruiting trainers; assisting and
implementing MSE programmes; facilitating access to services for micro and
small enterprises in the form of Business Development Services and technology;
conducting business counselling; providing mentorship for aspiring youth
entrepreneurs; conducting research on MSEs; conducting training; recruiting exhibitors
and trainees; collecting and analyzing data on MSE issues; compiling training
and exhibition reports; conducting MSE sector needs assessment; undertaking
micro-financing, marketing, infrastructure, and start up programmes and
support; and disseminating information about MSE Fund & facilitating access
to MSE Fund.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise Development/Entrepreneurship,
Education Technology, Business Management or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution; Civil/Building/ Electrical/ mechanical/ Agricultural/
electronics/water engineering; and any other social sciences from a recognized
Institution
·
Certificate in computer application
skills from a recognized institution.
Enterprise Development Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 18/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 7)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:- collecting data related to micro enterprises
promotion; mobilizing MSE operators; assisting in recruiting exhibitors;
assisting MSEs to register and form Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs)
and Associations; recruiting trainers; assisting and implementing MSE
programmes; facilitating access to services for micro and small enterprises in
the form of Business Development Services and technology; conducting business
counselling; providing mentorship for aspiring youth entrepreneurs; conducting
research on MSEs; conducting training; recruiting exhibitors and trainees;
collecting and analyzing data on MSE issues; compiling training and exhibition
reports; conducting MSE sector needs assessment; undertaking micro-financing,
marketing, infrastructure, and start up programmes and support; and
disseminating information about MSE Fund & facilitating access to MSE Fund.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Strategic Management, Agri-Business,
Commerce, Business Administration, Enterprise Development, Entrepreneurship,
Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
and
·
Proficiency in computer applications.
Assistant Director (Enterprise
Development)
Ref.
No: MSEA – 19/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 5)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities at this level will entail:- coordinating implementation of
policies, projects and programmes in relation to Micro and Small Enterprises;
providing business counselling and assisting youth aspiring to become
entrepreneurs; conducting training; preparing budget estimates; preparing
training manuals and exhibition materials; evaluating training
programmes/exhibition events; analysing data on MSE issues; liaising with
stakeholders on program implementation; marketing Authority programmes; writing
proposals for funding; compiling training/exhibition reports; overseeing County
programmes/projects; facilitating technology transfer amongst MSE operators;
preparing periodic and quarterly reports; motivating staff for peak
performance; providing inspirational leadership for peak performance;
overseeing the implementation of the Authority/County Strategic Plans;
preparing and coordinating performance contracts, monitoring and evaluating the
implementation of projects and programs relating to or affecting MSEs;
coordinating dissemination of information about MSE Fund; and facilitating
access to MSE Fund.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
·
Minimum experience of Seven (7) years
working experience as an Enterprise Development officer in Public Service or a
comparable position, three (3) of which should be at middle level management;
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing Enterprise Development/Entrepreneurship,
Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·
Master’s degree in any of the following
disciplines:- Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Strategic
Management, Agri-Business, Marketing will be Enterprise
Development/Entrepreneurship, Business Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
·
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Course or related training from a recognized institution;
·
Proficiency in computer applications;
and
·
demonstrated professional competence
as reflected in work performance and results.
Manufacturing & Agribusiness
Officer
Ref.
No: MSEA – 20/7/2019 (MSEA Grade 7)
Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities will entail:-Implementation of Agribusiness policies,
strategies, programmes and projects; Identification of Agribusiness investment
opportunities and preparation of bankable projects for Agro-Industries;
Facilitation of increased investment Agribusiness; cluster development and
Agribusiness value chains; Preparation of pre-feasibility and feasibility
studies to facilitate Agribusiness investments; Facilitation conducive
environment for increased investment in Agribusiness; Promote food safety and
quality standards in Agribusiness; and Promote skills development and
technology transfer in Agribusiness
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Biological/Physical
Sciences, Project Planning and Management, Statistics, Engineering (Mechanical,
Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Electronics, Metallurgy, Aeronautical,
Agricultural), Agriculture, Animal Sciences, Food technology, Clinical
Nutrition and Dietetics, Textile Technology, Production Technology. Leather
Sciences, Wood Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Geology, Environmental
Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Computer Science from a recognized
institution;
·
Proficiency in computer applications.
In
addition, all prospective candidates MUST satisfy the requirements of
leadership and integrity as set out in Chapter six (6) of the constitution of
Kenya and attach the following documents to their applications:-
·
Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
clearance Certificate (EACC)
·
Kenya Revenue Authority Tax
compliance Certificate (KRA)
·
Higher Education Loans Board
clearance Certificate(HELB)
·
Certificate of Good Conduct from
Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
·
Certificate from Credit Reference
Bureau
How To Apply
If
you clearly believe that you to meet the criteria given above, please submit
your sealed application letters with detailed CV, copies of academic
certificates, 3 referees with their e-mail addresses and telephone contacts;
quoting the Reference Number for the job being applied on both the envelop and
the application letter.
All
applications should either be sent through the post office or hand delivered or
emailed to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 30th July, 2019.
The Chief Executive Officer
Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA)
Utalii House 10th Floor, Left wing
P.O. Box 48823-00100
NAIROBI.
Email: recruitment@mseauthority.go.ke
Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA)
Utalii House 10th Floor, Left wing
P.O. Box 48823-00100
NAIROBI.
Email: recruitment@mseauthority.go.ke
MSEA
is an equal opportunity employer .Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated
documents shall lead to automatic disqualification