Coffee Board of Kenya Jobs

Location: Kenya.

The Coffee Board of Kenya (CBK) is a State Corporation established under the Coffee Act No. 9 of 2001.

The Board is a non- Profit, Regulatory & Service oriented, Corporate body under the Ministry of Agriculture & is charged with the responsibility of promoting competitiveness in the Coffee Industry, Production, Processing and Branding of Kenyan Coffee and generally to regulate the Coffee Industry in the Public interest.

Information Communication & Technology (ICT) Assistant

Scale CBK 7

Ref. CBK/ICT/01/08/2012

Duties & Responsibilities

This is a one (1) year renewable contract.

Reporting to the ICT Officer 1, the ICT Assistant shall be responsible for:

Data entry

Technical support to users

Minor repairs & Maintenance of computer hardware and software

Recording all raw data files

Training of Users

Any other relevant duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements for Appointment

Diploma in computer science/ IT or equivalent

Certified CompTIA Network+ or equivalent

Two (2) years relevant working experience

Skills or experience in a networked environment & use of statistical applications such as SPSS or Statistica etc.

Good understanding of data management

Be fluent in English and Kiswahili

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their applications quoting the reference number on the envelope, accompanied by a detailed CV with three (3) referees and daytime telephone contacts, copies of Academic and Professional certificates & testimonials.

The applications should reach the undersigned on or before Friday 23rd August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Coffee Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer & persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Coffee Board of Kenya
P.O. Box 30566 – 00100,
Nairobi

Legal Officer

Scale CBK 9

Ref. CBK/LO/02/08/2012

Duties and Responsibilities

This is a one (1) year renewable contract.

Reporting to the Head of Legal, an officer at this level will be responsible for:

Representing the Board on all legal matters

Handling cases regarding bank guarantees and performance bonds

Ensuring proper custody & documentation of Board’s Assets

Advising the Board on matters regarding arbitration and litigation

Coordinating external lawyers on cases involving the Board

Coordinate preparation of leases

Preparation of contracts with Board’s service providers

Legal Review of legislative framework of the Coffee Industry

Undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, applicant must:-

Have a Degree in law (LLB) from a recognized institution,

Have a Diploma in legal studies – Kenya School of Law, Certified Public Secretary of Kenya (CPSK)

Be a member of a Professional Body and hold a valid practicing certificate in Kenya from a recognized institution.

Have at least two (2) years experience in a similar position from a recognized organization

Have excellent written and oral communication skills andinterpersonal relations

Have very high Integrity

Be fluent in English and Kiswahili, and

Be computer literate.

The applications should reach the undersigned on or before Friday 23rd August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Coffee Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer & persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Coffee Board of Kenya
P.O. Box 30566 – 00100,
Nairobi

Accountant II

Scale CBK 8

Ref. CBK/ACC/03/08/2012

Duties and Responsibilities

This is a Permanent & Pensionable position.

Reporting to the Head- Finance, an officer at this level will be responsible for:.

Originating support documents for financial transactions

Maintenance of support registers under direction

Assist in preparation & Verification of vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules and regulations

Assist in reconciling subsidiary ledger tallies with the General Ledger

Assist in safe custody of Board records and assets under him/her

Undertake Bank reconciliations

Assist in preparation of Payroll

Assist in reconciling the levy remission and balances reports

Undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, applicant must:-

Have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option),Business from a recognized institution or a related equivalent qualification.

Have a Certified Public Accountants (CPA II) or its equivalent

Be of high integrity

Be fluent in English and Kiswahili, and

Be computer literate.

The applications should reach the undersigned on or before Friday 23rd August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Coffee Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer & persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Coffee Board of Kenya
P.O. Box 30566 – 00100,
Nairobi

Personal Secretary I

Scale CBK 8

Ref. CBK/PS/04/08/2012

Duties and Responsibilities

This is a Permanent & Pensionable position.

The officer will work in the Managing Director’s office and will be responsible for:

Drafting letters and typing from drafts

Operating and managing office equipment in their custody

Attending to visitors/clients, handling telephone calls, emails and appointments

Ensuring security & Confidentiality of office records and documents

Effective management of office protocol and media issues

Maintain Confidential Records and filing

Handling issues relating to the Secretarial Cadre in a Department.

Undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, applicant must:-

Have a Bachelors Degree in Business and Office Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution

Have served in the grade of Administrative Assistant I or any other relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years

Have demonstrated professional competence in management of secretarial services and shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Must have good temperament

Be fluent in English and Kiswahili

Must be computer literate.

The applications should reach the undersigned on or before Friday 23rd August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Coffee Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer & persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Coffee Board of Kenya
P.O. Box 30566 – 00100,
Nairobi

Procurement Officer

Scale CBK 9

Ref. CBK/PO/05/08/2012

This is a Permanent & Pensionable position.

Reporting to the Managing Director an officer at this level will be responsible for:

Assist in developing and implementing procurement policy in line with the Public Procurement Act 2005 and Regulations 2006

Assist in formation of requisite Procurement and Disposal Committees of the Board

Secretary to the Tender and Disposal Committee of the Board

Preparing Annual Procurement and Disposal plans

Ensuring update of the service providers register is undertaken annually

Advertise procurement and disposal needs in line with the Public Procurement & Disposal Laws in place

Ensuring safe custody, recording and dispersal of consumables

Any other duties assigned by the Managing Director.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, applicant must:-

Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement Studies from a recognized institution or

Have a Degree in Business Related or Social Science Studies and a have a Diploma in Procurement and Supplies Management

Have served in a similar position for a period of at least five (5) years in a reputable organization

Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Have exposure of the Public Procurement & Disposal Laws in force

Be a member of a Professional Body

Be of very high integrity

Be fluent in English & Kiswahili, and

Be computer literate.

The applications should reach the undersigned on or before Friday 23rd August 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Coffee Board of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer & persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Coffee Board of Kenya
P.O. Box 30566 – 00100,
Nairobi

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