Kenya Meat Commission Human Resource Chief Manager job in Kenya

Kenya Meat Commission, a state Corporation established by an Act of Parliament whose vision is to be the preferred world class meat and meat products processor seeks to recruit suitable persons for the following positions:

Chief Manager, Human Resource and Administration
Ref HR&A 01/04/11

Reporting to the Managing Commissioner, key responsibilities for this position are:-

• Formulation and implementation of Human Resources Policies, strategies and evaluation of their effectiveness
• Advise Managers and staff on areas of recruitment, transfers, pay, pension schemes, administering and processing of the payroll and Human Resources database
• Advise on organizational and Human Resources planning issues and other matters, including staff career development , employee relations and disciplinary matters,
• Ensure effective staff recruitment,
• Provide advice on strategies regarding training and development
• Develop and ensure implementation of reward systems, remuneration policies and strategies
• Develop and ensure effectiveness of Performance Management Systems
• Review organizational structures and analyze workload from time to time
• Provide employees counseling services,
• Represent the Commission in labor disputes,
• Ensure implementation of HIV/AIDS programmes and Human Resource related programs

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirements

• Masters degree in Human Resource Management, Management Science, Human Resource Development, Business Management or any other relevant and related field
• A degree from a recognized University in Human Resource Management
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in a senior human resource management position
• Administrative and managerial capability
• Understanding of national goals, policies, standards and objectives
• Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications

Public Relations Officer
Ref PRO 02/04/11

Reporting to the Company Secretary, key responsibilities for this position are:-

• Organize and coordinate corporate events
• Ensure flow of information to and from the public
• Create awareness to the public through mass media on the Commission’s activities and programs
• Draft and edit press releases and articles to high standards consistent with Commission’s guidelines
• Represent KMC interests in external organizations.
• Liaise with sales promotions staff in making appropriate demonstrations and displays
• Production of Commission’s journals and press releases
• Participate in organizational shows, exhibitions and fares
• Organize visits to KMC by outside parties/ Stakeholders
• Organize visits to outside organizations by KMC Board and Management
• Provide support in developing and reviewing corporate affairs policies
• Serve as company spokesperson on occasion

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirements

• Bachelors degree in mass communication, journalism or public relations (a Masters degree in the field will be an added advantage)
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Minimum of 3-4 years of relevant Public Relations experience.
• Demonstrated success in implementing media campaigns including social media
• Demonstrated success in securing media coverage in a variety of outlets.
• Demonstrated track record of developing successful working relationships with reporters
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Engineers
2 Positions (Mechanical and Electrical)
Ref ENG 03/04/11

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Engineering the Mechanical/Electrical Engineer will:-

• Prepare maintenance schedules and ensure implementation of the same
• Prepare budgets and technical reports for engineering department
• Oversee projects at the factory
• Ensure prompt attendance to reported breakdowns
• Identify and raise requisitions for spares
• Monitor machines and equipments performance and advice on the same
• Ensure statutory inspections are undertaken and that health and safety matters are adhered to
• Liaise with utility companies on matters related to with water and power

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirements

• Posses a Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4 Years experience in food manufacturing industry.
• Prior experience and supervising a unit / doing similar work.
• Well developed report writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, day time telephone contact, both office and mobile, name and address of three referees.

Reference number should clearly be indicated on the envelope.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Your applications should reach the undersigned not later than April 26, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Managing Commissioner
Kenya Meat Commission
P.O. Box 2-00204
Athi River