KTDA Jobs
Kenya Tea Development Agency Management Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of KTDA Holdings Ltd and is a key player in the tea industry providing management services to the smallholder tea sub-sector for the efficient production, processing and marketing of quality teas. To ensure continued success and growth, we are seeking for dynamic and highly talented professionals to join our management team in the following challenging position. Regional Internal Auditor 1 Position Position Scope Reporting to the Senior Auditor, the successful candidates will be responsible for executing the plan of audits by carrying out audit procedures. Key Responsibilities Carrying out procedures as per the plan.Carrying out investigative and ad-hoc audit assignments.Reviewing audit findings with client managers and recommending corrective action where necessary.Presenting audit findings to audit management and senior management.Performing post-audit follow-up to determine extent of implementation of audit recommendations.Compiling final reports on audits for review.Preparing work papers and weekly reports.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - A Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent.CPA (K) or equivalent auditing qualificationFive (5) years work experience in internal auditing or in a professional audit firmExposure to any special IT packagesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines.If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Corporate Affairs OfficerPosition Scope Reporting to Corporate Affairs Manager, the successful candidates for ensuring good relations between the company and various publics and provide timely communication on events and issues. Key responsibilities Providing timely information to the media.Fostering a close working relationship with the media.Organizing press conferences and other forums for disseminating information to the public.Ensuring quality production of in-house journals, newsletters, online bulletins and other related publications.Providing content for internal and external publications.Managing the organizations social media platforms.Participating in formulation of strategies for the company corporate communication with its publics, both internally and externally.Establishing and improving the degree of mutual understanding between KTDA and its publics.Monitoring and analyzing media coverage.Writing speeches and reports.Managing and publicizing corporate events.Co-ordinating corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - A Bachelors degree in Mass Communications or other Social Sciences.Diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication and/or Public RelationsThree (3) years experience in journalism, mass communications or public relations, preferably in a busy multi-media environment.Journalistic writing and editing skills, preferably for print mediaGood working knowledge of development and management of social media platforms.Good knowledge of photography and videography.Knowledge of publishing software.Ability to work independently.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines.If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Development EngineerPosition Scope Reporting to Research and Development Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for conducting research on new and existing processes. Key responsibilities Designing and analyzing appraisal methods for conducting research.Carrying out feasibility studies and research on capital projects needs.Analyzing economic indicators to identify critical arrears of importance.Carrying out process improvement research.Drawing up research findings on company operations.Assisting in developing strategy on energy and alternative sources of energy.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - A Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics, Process or Chemical Engineering.Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management is an added advantage.Five (5) years work experience in practical research projects/project management.Exposure to any special IT packagesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines.If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Research Agronomist Position Scope Reporting to Research and Development Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for conducting research on new and existing agricultural inputs, practices and products. Key responsibilities Designing and analyzing appraisal methods for agriculture research.Carrying out feasibility studies and research on agriculture projects for tea husbandry and food fuel development.Conducting trials for development and adoption of new agricultural technologies in line with food safety requirements.Developing strategy on alternative agricultural inputs and practices.Innovating and developing new products.Ensuring environmental conservation and good agricultural practices in line with food safety requirements.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - A Bachelor of Science in Agronomy or Agriculture (minimum upper 2nd class Hons.)Masters degree in Agronomy or Agriculture is an added advantage.Five (5) years research experience preferably in the tea industry.Exposure to any special IT packagesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesIf you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Information Systems Auditor1 Position Position Scope Reporting to the Risk Assurance & Systems Compliance Manager information Systems Audit, the successful candidates will be responsible for executing Information Systems Audit plan and ensuring that the systems controls are appropriate to the task and functioning effectively. Key Responsibilities Executing the implementation of the Information Systems Audit Plan.Defining the management of the Information Systems Universe.Drawing up audit programmes and procedures for the assignments.Overseeing the control and management of activities of the IS Audit UniversePreparing timely and accurate draft reports.Clearing the review issues and obtaining management concerns on various risk issues.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - A university degree in information TechnologyCertified Systems Information Auditor (CISA) Certification or equivalentICT certifications (CCNA, MCSE) an added advantageAt least five (5) years working experience in auditing of information systems in professional audit firm or internal audit environment.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Good analytical skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Internal Auditor - Subsidiaries 1 Position Position Scope Reporting to the Senior Auditor, the successful candidates will be responsible for executing audit plan by carrying out audit procedures. Key Responsibilities Carrying out audit procedures as per the plan.Carrying out investigative and ad-hoc audit assignments.Reviewing audit findings with client managers and recommending corrective action where necessary.Presenting audit findings to audit management and senior management.Performing post-audit follow-up to determine extent of implementation of audit recommendations.Compiling final reports on audits for review.Preparing work papers and weekly reports.Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: - Bachelors degree in Accounting from a recognized university.CPA (K) or its equivalent.Five (5) years work experience in internal auditing or in a professional audit firm.Exposure to any special IT packagesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills.Good analytical skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 30th March 2012. The Group General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency/Holdings Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment [at] ktdateas.com
Michimikuru Tea Factory Co Ltd
Artisan Mechanical 2 Posts Reporting to the Plant Technician – the successful candidate will be responsible for: - Overseeing factory machinery maintenance and installations;Assisting in the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment;Advising the Plant Technician and management on machinery breakdowns and highlighting possible corrective measures;Diagnosing of factory mechanical faults;Participating in the machinery preventive maintenance programs;Participating in machinery start up, change over and shut down;Setting machinery to meet product quality standards;Fabricating machinery components as and when required;Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety measures and regulations.The ideal candidates should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:- ‘O’ Level Division II or KCSE ‘C’ Plain;Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) or Technician III certificate in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution;At least three (3) years working experience in a busy manufacturing plant.Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements for these jobs are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed C.V. copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 30th March 2012. The Factory Unit Manager,
Michimikuru Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P.O. Box 1627,
Meru
Email: info [at] michimikuru.ktdateas.com
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