Kenya Seed Company Vacancies

Chief Quality Assurance Officer
(Ref: No. 020/2009)

Reporting to the Managing Director the successful candidate will be responsible for-

• Ensuring that the Company products are fit for purpose and meet both external and internal requirements including legal compliance and customer expectations.
• Co-ordinating all matters relating to the quality of Company products.
• Undertake seed testing and variety verification.
• Establish linkages for collaboration with various local and international organizations of relevance e.g. KEPHIS, ISTA etc.
• To implement internal Quality Assurance Programmes.
• Promote Quality Achievements and Performance Improvement throughout the organization.
• Ensure Compliance with National and International Seed Quality Standards and Legislation.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Seed Technology or equivalent from a recognized University.
• An MSc. Degree in plant related disciplines.
• Be computer literate.
• At least 6 years experience in a busy commercial and for manufacturing organization.
• At least 35 years old.

Senior Quality Assurance Officer
(Ref: 021/20091

Reporting to the Chief Quality Assurance Officer the successful candidate wilt assist in :-

• Advising on the quality and appropriateness of all seeds for export and import as may be required from time to time.
• Undertaking seed testing and variety verification.
• Supervision of Company Warehouses and Agents/ Sub-agents/Stockists Stores to attain maximum store hygiene.
• Setting up and maintaining Controls and Documentation Procedures.
• Supervising Technical Staff in carrying out tests and checks.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Seed Technology or equivalent from a recognized University.
• Possession of relevant post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Be computer literate.
• At least 4 years experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• At least 28 years old.

Senior Public Relations Officer
(Ref: 022/2009)

Reporting to the Chief Public Relations Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

• Production of the Company's Publicity Materials such as brochures, newsletters, documentaries and photography.
• Developing and maintaining a good working relationship with the Media and other Stakeholders.
• Speech writing.
• Organizing and coordinating of corporate events, exhibitions and Company's participation in Trade Fairs.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Mass Communication.
• or a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science Discipline and a Post-graduate Diploma in Mass Communication.
• Be Computer literate,
• Have excellent communication skills.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• Be at least 30 years old.

Human Resource & Administration Officer I
(Ref: 023/2009)

Reporting to the Senior Human Resource and Administration Officer, the successful candidate will assist in:-

• Industrial relations and welfare.
• Staff development and training
• Effective administration of office support and records management
• Effective management of Company transport.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Management (Human Resource Option)
• Or Business Administration (Human Resource Option)
• Excellent Interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
• Be computer literate.
• At least 5 years experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• At least 30 years old.

Human Resource & Administration Officer II
(Ref: 024/2009)

Reporting to the Human Resource and Administration Officer I, the successful candidate will assist in:-

• Industrial Relations and Welfare.
• Ensuring overall Staff discipline
• Effective administration of office support and records management
• Effective management of Company transport.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Business Management (Human Resource Option)
• or Business Administration (Human Resource Option) or related disciplines
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
• Be computer literate.
• At least 4 years experience in a busy commercial and for manufacturing organization.
• At least 28 years old.

Senior Internal Auditor
(Ref No. 025/2009)

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, the successful candidate will be responsible for

• Providing effective audit services to the Company by advising Management through the Chief Internal Auditor on the quality of Company operations and Internal Control Systems.
• Carrying out internal audit assignments to ensure compliance with approved management policies, procedures and controls.
• Carrying out special audit assignments and investigations as directed.
• Participating in the audit of Annual draft Financial Statements.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics from a recognized University.
• CPA (K) or an equivalent professional qualification.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization or in a reputable Private Audit Firm.
• At least 30 years old.

Internal Auditor I
(Ref: 026/2009)

Reporting to the Senior Internal Auditor, the successful candidate will assist in

• Review of accounting and operational policies, systems and procedures for effectiveness.
• Review and advise on adequate internal controls in the system, including IT security.
• Conduct internal audit of all operations and submit reports and recommendations.
• Participate in special audit assignments and investigations.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics from a recognized University.
• CPA II or equivalent.
• At least 4 years relevant experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• At least 28 years old.

Senior Accountant
(Ref: 027/2009)

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for-

• Supervising and guiding staff under them on day to day processing of accounting transactions.
• Preparation of financial statements
• Ensuring transactions are posted to the relevant ledgers on a daily basis
• Liaise with internal and external auditors on all audit issues including implementation of audit recommendations.
• Preparing financial reports within the stipulated timelines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Applicants must possess B.Com (Accounting Option)
• Or an equivalent Business related degree from a recognized university
• Must have CPA (K) or equivalent.
• Have at least 5 years relevant experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• Experience in Computerized Accounting Application/Software will be an added advantage.
• At least 30 years old.

Accountant I
(Ref: 028/2009) (Based in Kitale or Nairobi)

Reporting to the Senior Accountant the successful candidates will assist in :-

• Supervising and guiding staff under them on day to day processing of accounting transactions.
• Ensuring transactions are posted to the relevant ledgers on a daily basis.
• Assisting in budget preparation and monitoring
• Preparation of Financial statements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Applicants must possess a B.Com (Accounting Option)
• or an equivalent Business related degree from a recognized university.
• Applicants must possess CPAII or equivalent.
• Have at least 3 years relevant experience in a busy commercial and/or manufacturing organization.
• Experience in Computerized Accounting Application/Software will be an added advantage.
• At least 30 years old.

Sales Representative (Product Promotion)
(Ref: 029/2009)

Reporting to the General Manager-Nairobi, the successful candidate will:-

• Manage and co-ordinate promotional activities for the Company
• Identify, analyze, initiate and recommend for implementation new strategic business opportunities in the Eastern Africa Region.
• Identify superior products for promotion in the various market segments.
• Responsible for gathering market intelligence and developing short term and long term market strategies.
• Maintain linkage with research institutions and the flow of technical information within the company and to the farmers.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least BSC. Horticulture or Agriculture,
• MBA, MSc with a background in Horticulture will be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
• At least 5 years experience in seed business.
• At least 30 years old.

Sales Representatives
(Ref: 030/2009)
(Based in Eldoret, Kericho and Bungoma)

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Manager, the Sales Representatives will be responsible for:

• Administration and supervisory functions of the sales outlets.
• Provision of effective and efficient sales support through dissemination of technical product information to farmers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have a degree in Agriculture, Agri-business or Horticulture.
• Must have business acumen, creative, and self motivated. Should have good oral and written communication skills.
• Have at least 5 years experience in product promotion, marketing and selling fast moving consumer goods in a vibrant agricultural related field.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have a clean driving licence with at least 5 years driving experience.
• Be at least 30 years old.

Terms of Appointment

The positions are on Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Employment. An attractive salary commensurate with responsibilities for each position would be payable.

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions, please apply in confidence quoting the relevant reference number on both the envelope and letter.

Enclose your CV, copies of certified certificates and testimonials with the names, telephone numbers and addresses of three referees. Applicants in civil service and/or parastatals should channel their applications through their Heads of Department.

Applications should be sent to:-

The Managing Director,
Kenya Seed Company Limited
P.O. Box 553-30200
KITALE

So as to reach him on or before Monday 2nd March, 2009.

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