Vacancies at New Kenya Planters Co-operative Union Plc

NKPCU/HRM/1 8 /2024

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Basic Salary: Kshs. 77,414 (Minimum) - 116,529 (maximum)

Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Principal Supply Chain Management Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting market research, surveys and analysis;
• Carrying out procurement planning and inventory control;
• Drafting of procurement and disposal, programmes, plans, strategies and budgets;
• Preparing local purchase and Service orders (lpos and lsos);
• Participating in carrying out stock taking;
• Participating in market survey exercises;
• Assisting in preparing tender documents;
• Participating in tender evaluation process; and
• Drafting notices of award acceptance, rejection and debriefing letters.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Commerce (Supply Chain Management option), Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter six of the Constitution.
• An applicant with at least three (3) years working experience in similar position will have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/19/2024

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)

Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertaking market research, surveys and analysis;
• Implementing procurement plans and processing requisitions;
• Participating in sourcing, supplier evaluation, inviting offers, negotiations and contracting;
• Inspecting utilization and stock of supplies;
• Participating in drafting bid awards;
• Drafting tender advertisement notices; and
• Verifying payment documents for goods and services delivered to the Company by suppliers.

Requirements
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application skills; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• An Applicant with at least two (2) years’ experience in similar position will have an added advantage

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NKPCU/HRM/0 8 /202 4

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Basic Salary: Kshs. 59,568 (Minimum) – Kshs. 86,549 (maximum)

Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Senior Quality Assurance Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out moisture test analysis for issuance of parchment delivery booking for milling;
• Conducting random sampling on delivered consignment to determine moisture content and advice on appropriate measures;
• Carrying out quality checks on the milling process;
• Preparing coffee lab equipment to conduct pre-milling analysis;
• Preparing and setting of cupping apparatus; and
• Roasting coffee samples for cupping.

Requirements

• A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Coffee Technology and Quality Management, Food Science and Processing Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results:
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Applicants certified by Coffee Directorate as coffee quality expert (liquor) and possess a valid Q grader certificate from Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) or recognized institution will have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/0 9 /202 4

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)

Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Senior Quality Assurance Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out moisture test analysis for issuance of parchment delivery booking for milling;
• Conducting random sampling on delivered consignment to determine moisture content and advice on appropriate measures;
• Carrying out quality checks on the milling process;
• Preparing coffee lab equipment to conduct pre-milling analysis;
• Preparing and setting of cupping apparatus; and
• Roasting coffee samples for cupping.

Requirements

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Coffee Technology and Quality Management, Food Science and Processing Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Applicants certified by Coffee Directorate as coffee quality expert (liquor) and possess a valid Q grader certificate from Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) or recognized institution will have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/1 7 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director Supply Chain Management

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpreting and implementing existing Supply Chain Management policies, strategies, regulations, guidelines, manuals and procedures;
• Implementing e-procurement strategies;
• Drafting communication of outcomes of procurement evaluations and service delivery;
• Conducting market surveys and analysis;
• Drafting procurement and disposal, programmes, plans, strategies and budgets;
• Sourcing of suppliers;
• Coordinating stock taking, stock control and stock audit;
• Preparing agenda and minutes of the different procurement committees;
• Reviewing of advertising notices, tender and contract documents before approval;
• Reviewing notices of award and tender acceptance process;
• Conducting evaluation of tenders to determine the qualifications for awards;
• Carrying out disposal of unserviceable stores;
• Undertaking research to support procurement decisions;
• Reviewing and monitoring procurement budget expenditures;
• Certifying invoices and payment vouchers to suppliers;
• Implementing procurement plans and processing requisitions;
• Verifying payment documents for goods and services delivered to the Company by suppliers;
• Reviewing preparation of technical specifications; and
• Preparing procurement reports.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain, Business Administration or Commerce (Supply Chain Management option), Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Supplies Chain Management, Commerce (Supplies Management option), Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS);
• Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks from  recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution. 

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NKPCU/HRM/ 26 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director Production

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring that weighbridge and platform scales are well calibrated and certified;
• Ensuring weighbridge stations are in go od working conditions;
• Compiling and maintaining primary data and attachment;
• Ensuring cleanliness and functionality of machines before commencement of milling;
• Preparing milling schedules and ensure implementation;
• Overseeing labeling and storage of parchment delivered in the appropriate store bay and row;
• Coordinating the security of coffee inventory and production line;
• Overseeing under dried parchment deliveries have been re weighed to determine the net weight;
• Coordinating the weighing and labelling of graded coffee according to the respective grades;
• Coordinating the implementation of health and safety regulations;
• Ensuring sealed coffee is verified and transferred to green coffee storage warehouse;
• Ensuring repairs and maintenance of production machines;
• Validating and disseminating milling statements;
• Analyzing milling data and provide advisory;
• Coordinating the implementation of operations guidelines, policies and strategies;
• Preparing and forecasting budgetary requirements and ensure prudent use of allocated funds;
• Facilitating stakeholder meetings;
• Coordinating the implementation of production standard operating procedures;
• Coordinating the implementation of ICO standards in coffee milling, storage, dispatch and shipment; and
• Overseeing proper storage of processed coffee in a well regulated storage facility; and
• Liaising with maintenance division on production machine’s efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership in a professional body where applicable;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution. 

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NKPCU/HRM/31/202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs.213,391 (Maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director, Planning, Strategy and Research

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and reviewing the resource mobilization and partnerships, strategies, standards, guidelines and procedures;
• Identifying sources of funding;
• Developing of partnerships and funding proposals;
• Implementing policies, strategies and tools for carrying out research
• Coordinating internal research activities
• Coordinating Carrying out research to promote sustainability of high quality products, marketing and other activities;
• Identifying methods for mobilization of donations, grants, gifts and endowments from both public and private sectors;
• Supporting the mobilization of resource for financing the company startups and strategic projects;
• Developing a data base on development partners and donors and their funded projects;
• Monitoring the implementation of strategic and operational plans to ensure quality, timeliness and results in relation to planned objectives and expected outcomes;
• Developing and implementing quality assurance, risks management and resource mobilization instruments and tools;
• Implementing quality assurance and risk management programmes and systems in liaison with process owners;
• Carrying out monitoring and evaluation and impact assessment of the companys programmes and projects;
• Organizing and implementing constructive engagements with potential investors, collaborators, partners, donors and other relevant stakeholders on financing the company development programmes;
• Building and maintaining good relationships, linkages with investors, donors and development partners and other stakeholders;
• Developing public private partnerships strategies and plans and proposing frameworks for adoption;
• Initiating development and refining of the partnership development strategies in liaison with other departments or units; and
• Developing of the division’s work plan and budget.

 Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Strategic Management, Project Planning and Management, Finance, Economics and Development Studies, Investment, Business Information Technology, Commerce (Business Information Systems, Operations Management option), Marketing, Communication or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
•  Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Strategic Management, Project Planning and Management, Finance, Economics and Development Studies, Investment, Business Information Technology, Commerce (Business Information Systems, Operations Management option), Marketing, Communication or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in Computer application skills;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution. 

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NKPCU/HRM/0 2 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs.213,391 (Maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director Marketing

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzing the market to identify available gaps;
• Coordinating implementation of marketing strategies in line with a marketing workplan
• Ensuring preparation of promotional materials
• Ensuring the production and distribution of promotional materials
• Ensuring Participation in trade fairs and exhibitions both locally and internationally
• Coordinating the collection and delivery of coffee samples and catalogue for onward transmission to the Nairobi Coffee Exchange
• Participating in developing and administering market survey instruments
• Coordinating data analysis
• Ensuring Compiling of requests from coffee dealers for direct sale
• Ensuring maintenance of the e-commerce trade platform
• Ensuring collection and delivery of coffee sample for direct sale
• Ensuring preparation of documentation for shipment
• Ensuring preparation of Marketing and Sales report
• Ensuring partnerships and agencies created are maintained and enhanced locally and internationally for future business growth
• Conducting customer satisfaction surveys
• Reviewing and recommending appropriate actions
• Ensuring implementation of policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines; and
• Preparing and forecasting budgetary requirements and ensure prudent use of allocated funds

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a professional body; Marketing Society of Kenya or Chartered Institute of Marketers or any other related field.
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Applicants with in-depth understanding in the coffee value chain and marketing experience is an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/ 27 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Director production

Duties and Responsibilities

• Approving and ensuring the planned schedule for inspection and maintenance of the milling machines and equipment is carried out;
• Coordinating monthly routine inspection on the milling machines and equipment;
• Reviewing and approving inspection report describing the results and making recommendations;
• Reviewing and verifying Implementation of maintenance inspection report recommendations;
• Developing milling plant maintenance procedures;
• Ensuring scheduled machines and equipment maintenance is carried out;
• Ensuring emergency maintenance of machines and equipment is carried out;
• Recommending required engineering works for milling plant improvement;
• Ensuring installations, upgrades and alternations on milling plant;
• Overseeing the overhauling of malfunctional or nonfunctional parts of milling plant; and
• Recommending and approving the identified production scrap, equipment, materials and supplies for disposition reclamation and disposal.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Registered with Engineers Board of Kenya or Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board;
• Members of the Institute of Engineers Kenya where applicable;
• Certificate in Supervisory Skills lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/ 23 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director, Human Resource Management

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing human resource management policies, laws, regulations, procedures and systems;
• Analyzing the staffing levels and making proposals for succession planning;
• Analyzing utilization of human resources and advising on proper deployment;
• Analyzing staff progression and making proposals for career development;
• Facilitating grievance handling mechanism;
• Preparing the payroll;
• Organizing training programmes.
• Inducting staff and on-boarding programmes;
• Undertaking training needs analysis, projections and developing training programmes;
• Developing training materials for in-house courses;
• Preparing of human resource management budget; and
• Preparing periodic progress reports.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a  recognized institution;

OR

• Bachelors degree in Social Sciences Plus Diploma in any of the following discipline: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/0 7 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director Corporate Communication

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing implementation of activities and or actions on matters pertaining to Communication and Media management through frequent strategic meetings, forums and discussions to enhance the Company’s image, visibility and reputation;
• Coordinating implementation of the New KPCU’s Communications Strategy through participation and engagement of various relevant stakeholders to enhance effective communication;
• Coordinating development and implementation of the visibility and publicity targets in line with the Company’s goals and objectives through participation and engagement of various relevant stakeholders to enhance positive visibility and reputation;
• Overseeing the monitoring of content generation by writing, editing accurate, informative and appropriate content about the New KPCU services and products for the company website and Social Media Platforms for information dissemination and enhance the image, visibility and reputation;
• Coordinating corporate events such as media briefings, seminars and conferences, End Year parties, trade fairs and exhibitions by planning and implementation of activities to ensure positive image and reputation of the company;
• Coordinating the development and review of all institutional newsletters, briefs, speeches, newspaper articles, supplements and conference abstract books ensuring quality and that they capture ongoing activities for dissemination to internal and external publics;
• Coordinating official visits in the company, outreaches and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities that contribute in the promotion of New KPCU positive image and reputation.
• Guiding preparation of publication materials;
• Overseeing drafting of information, education and communication materials;
• Guiding on preparation of organizational documents such as annual reports, corporate profiles, speeches, visual aids, public presentations and submissions; and
• Liaising with departments to generate content material for dissemination;
• Managing information in the media and public space to minimize potential damage to the reputation of the company among all stakeholders
• Developing and review all company newsletters, briefs, speeches, newspaper articles, supplements and conference abstract books ensuring quality and that they capture on-going activities for dissemination to internal and external publics;
• Developing work plans, budgets and procurement plans to ensure the strategic objectives are adequately resourced;
• Appraising members of staff under supervision to enable them meet company mandates and set targets;
• Developing and maintaining the company’s web presence online and on social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter and supervise its appropriate usage;
• Designing, developing and implementing corporate communication policies, strategies and programs with guidance from senior officer;
• Participating in the development and management of information, education and communication materials;
• Participating in provision of media liaison services;
• Attending and participating in annual exhibitions with consultation with other departments;
• Directing production of visual, audio and electronic material, including managing social media updates;
• Conducting corporate communication research and surveys;
• Implementing corporate social responsibility programs and projects;
• Monitoring and evaluating public opinion regarding the company and its programmes to mitigate against negative publicity and manage reputation risk;
• Preparing press releases, statements, keynote speeches, television and radio interviews and corporate branding; and
• Arranging interviews with journalists, preparing and distributing media releases and liaising with managing director to make statements to the media.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communications, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communications, Public Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Couse lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registered with a relevant professional body where applicable;
• Proficiency in Computer application skills;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter six of the Constitution.
• An applicant with at least three (3) years working experience in similar position will  have an added advantage 

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 NKPCU/HRM/0 5 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs.148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs.213,391 (maximum)
Reporting to Deputy Director, Agricultural Extension

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating the Identification of potential areas to source coffee for milling;
• Creating and maintaining network outreach with farmers for sustainable sourcing of coffee for milling and/or marketing purposes;
• Identifying gaps and bottlenecks in the coffee farming in their area of operation and share with management for action;
• Preparing field reports;
• Coordinating Liaison with estate farmers and cooperative societies for the purpose of entering into milling and/or marketing agency agreements;
• Validating coffee production projections data for purposes of planning for milling, warehousing, marketing and provision of advances;
• Validating and developing strategies based on the projections on coffee production.
• data for purposes of planning for milling, warehousing, marketing and provision of advances;
• Prepare coffee projection within the assigned areas;
• Coordinating forums to create awareness/sensitize coffee growers on coffee production, milling, marketing and provision of Advances;
• Organizing and Sensitizing farmers on coffee production, milling, marketing and provision of advances;
• Attending and responding to farmers inquiries during cooperative societies annual general meetings;
• Developing and reviewing information materials for sensitization of farmers;
• Providing advice to farmers on best coffee farming practices;
• Approving coffee farmers training needs on request for capacity building;
• Coordinating awareness programmes and sensitizing coffee growers on accessibility of Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving fund;
• Reviewing designs and budgets requirements for establishment of demonstration farms, clonal gardens and coffee nurseries;
• Liaising with the Supply Chain department for procurement of certified coffee seeds; and
• Reviewing and make recommendations coffee seedlings reports.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Agribusiness, Agronomy, Agriculture, Marketing or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Agribusiness, Agronomy, Agriculture, Marketing or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership with relevant professional body where applicable;
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Applicants with an indepth understanding in the coffee value chain and agronomy will have an added advantage

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NKPCU/HRM/1 2 /202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 148,514 (Minimum) – Kshs. 213,391 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Deputy Director Finance and Accounts

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating and supervising areas of control;
• Participating in setting targets for the department;
• Undertaking adhoc assignments relating to accounting services;
• Preparing final accounts;
• Ensuring safe custody of Company’s financial records;
• Responsible for authorizing payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits;
• Preparing timely and accurate financial reports;
• Interpreting accounting information to facilitate decision making;
• Carrying out variance analysis and advising management;
• Designing and implementing effective accounting systems;
• Maintaining book of debtors, debt accounts and monitoring payments;
• Managing accounting information including coordination and rationalization of estimates, annual appropriation and fund accounts, cash flow control and cost analysis;
• Overseeing farmers payments, dispatch of payment advise and reconciliation of farmers statements of account; and
• Preparing management financial reports including monthly expenditure, returns, monthly bank reconciliation statements and Revenue/AIA returns, cash flow statements and deposits analysis.

Requirements

• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, at least three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option), Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option), Business Management (Accounting Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA K) by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK);
• Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution. 

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NKPCU/HRM/0 3 /202 4
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines

Reporting to Senior Marketing Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participating in market analysis to identify available gaps;
• Implementing marketing strategies in line with the marketing work plan;
• Participating in the preparation of promotional materials;
• Participating in the production and distribution of promotional materials;
• Participating in trade fairs and exhibitions both locally and internationally;
• Participating in developing market survey instruments;
• Collecting and compiling of data for market survey;
• Compiling requests from coffee dealers for direct sale;
• Updating and maintaining the e-commerce trade platform;
• Collecting and delivering of coffee samples and catalogue for direct sale
• Participating in preparation of documentation for shipment.
• Participating in preparing the Marketing and Sales report;
• Participating in conducting customer satisfaction surveys;
• Preparing customer satisfaction report and maintaining customer data base;
• Implementing policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines; and
• Proposing the departmental budget requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma in any of the following fields: Sales and Marketing, Business Management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• An Applicant with a least two (2) years’ experience in the coffee value chain and marketing is an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/28/202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 36,530 (Minimum) – Kshs. 53,076 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Machine operator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing necessary pre-operation checks to ensure milling machine are in good condition;
• Adhering to the milling plant operating procedures;
• Start the machine and adjust when necessary to improve performance;
• Monitoring the parchment on the de-stoner component by adjusting the inclination of the table deck;
• Monitoring and adjusting parchment feed rate and sliding the weight accordingly;
• Adjusting the flow rate of the coffee parchment into the pre-cleaner and destoner milling components;
• Verifying the rate of coffee husks disposal and adjust the machine fan accordingly;
• Checking and ensuring change over gate valve are in the right position;
• Ensuring coffee grade storage tanks change over gates are always locked and opened only when milled coffee is getting to Gravity table component;
• Operating and monitoring the milling plant ensuring quality production;
• Using the control panel ammeter on monitoring the machine load;
• Ensuring continuous production of quality coffee by minimizing defects along the production line;
• Ensuring no spillage along the milling plant line;
• Maintaining the milling plant after completing the milling process; and
• Troubleshooting milling process and recommending immediate maintenance.

Requirements

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), mean Grade D+ (plus) or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Suitability Test for Plant Operator Grade III, II, I from a recognized institution;
• Occupational Trade Tests III/ II/I for Plant Operators from a recognized institution;
• First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application skills; and
• National Police Clearance Certificate.
• An Applicant with at least two (2) years’ experience in similar position will have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/20/202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 77,414 (Minimum) - 116,529 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Logistics Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Pursue and acquire necessary documentation for shipment of goods and cargo;
• Ensure vehicle inspections are conducted and right documentation acquired;
• Plan collection and delivery trips for goods; and
• Assist with logistical clearance of goods.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution
• An applicant with at least three (3) years working experience in similar position will  have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/30/2024

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 77,414 (Minimum) - 116,529 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Legal Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafting legal opinions:
• Providing and interpreting legal information;
• Participating in policy development and advising on legal policy issues;
• Developing legal documents and instruments;
• Implementing strategic plans and objectives in respect to the legal function;
• Providing legal risk reviews and advice;
• Drafting contracts, internal policies;
• Handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries; and
• Participating in developing and ensuring compliance with the company’s collaboration and partnership policy framework and strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelors of Laws (LL. B) degree from a recognized institution;
• Post graduate Diploma in Law (Advocates Training Programme) from the Kenya School of Law;
• Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK);
• Been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Current Advocates Practicing Certificate;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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NKPCU/HRM/24/202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Human Resource Management Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Processing human resource matters such as appointments, promotions and leave  applications within existing rules, regulations and procedures;
• Capturing and updating payroll and complement data;
• Drafting simple routine letters; and
• Processing pension documents.

Requirements

• Diploma in any of the following discipline: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• An Applicant with at least two (2) years’ experience in similar position will have an added advantage

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NKPCU/HRM/1 3 /202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 77,414 (Minimum) - 116,529 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Finance and Accounts

Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathering, compiling and analysing information on commitments and expenditure trends
• Compiling information required on budget monitoring and expenditure control
• Initiating reallocations within the budget
• Participating in budget preparation;
• Taking initial action on budget monitoring; and
• Drafting reports and briefs on budgetary issues.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Finance or Accounting Option), Business Administration (Finance or Accounting Option), Business Management (Finance or Accounting Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) by Kenya Accounts and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• An applicant with at least three (3) years working experience in similar position will have an added advantage 

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NKPCU/HRM/1 6 /202 4

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Salary Scale: Kshs.237,137(Minimum) – Kshs. 363,887(maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Managing Director

Duties and Responsibilities

• Spearheading the implementation of warehouse receipt management system;
• Developing and oversee implementation of relevant policies, guidelines and procedures on warehouse collateral management;
• Enforcing compliance with warehousing regulations, rules and standards;
• Custodian of the warehouse database;
• Spearheading inspection of warehouses and stocks from time to time to ensure compliance;
• Overseeing good physical condition of the warehouse and equipment;
• Liaising with other departments /divisions on administrative issues.
• Spearheading Monitoring and evaluating warehouse operations;
• Overseeing departmental staff performance appraisal is conducted
• To providing leadership and management of the Supply Chain Management department for timely and effective supply of goods and services.
• To aligning the procurement function to support the Institution goals, objectives and operations. To directing and manage the procurement process which includes planning of procurement, production, warehouse management, inventory control, logistics, distribution and disposal of goods to ensure accurate and appropriate inventories, timely delivery and cost effectiveness in accordance with Constitution of Kenya, PPADA 2015, PPADR 2020, Government Circulars and best practices.
•  Implementing approved changes from proposal which result in the efficient and effective procurement, warehouse and distribution program on a consistent basis.
• Formulating and implementing procurement and disposal procedures, develop, and manage short and long term strategies as needed across all Centres and for all departments.
• Spearheading design of a Companywide system to manage suppliers and reduce inventory turnaround time, evaluate the needs and effectiveness of all procurement, warehouse and logistics.
• Spearheading the entire procurement, warehousing and logistics processes, setting both the strategies and tactics in consultation with the
• Company management leadership.
• Ensuring cost reduction and process improvement in the procurement of services and materials.
• Managing the relationships between many different vendors and information technology systems to ensure the smooth flow of goods, works and services.
• Designing and implement an effective stores management system.
• Giving professional guidance and advice to the Accounting Officer and Institution management on all issues relating to procurement to ensure compliance and safeguard against potential breaches
• Providing administrative guidelines on interpretation and implementation of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2015, and its regulations, 2020 and other procurement laws and policy documents that guide procurement.
• Spearheading and guide development of the Company’s annual procurement, disposal plans and budgets in compliance with the prevailing Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act and regulation;
• Spearheading market surveys to ensure goods and services, compare the market prices to achieve value for money.
• Developing and reviewing procurement performance targets to ensure effective and efficient service delivery and compliance with statutory requirements;
• Formulating the supplies and procurement policies and strategies to guide on supply chain management methods and functions;
• Spearheading activities of tender processing negotiations, inspection and acceptance committee and the disposal committee; in line with the procurement and disposal Act
• Enforcing integrity and high professional supply chain management standards in accordance with the Procurement and Disposal Act.
• Coordinating the department in planning and directing resources to achieve departmental targets and objectives;
• Spearheading the development and implementation of the departmental work plan and budget in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
• Mentoring and coaching staff in the department and other departments that fall within the supply chain process to ensure effective function of all the component, including the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain process;
• Spearheading quality monitoring of stocks in storage and liaises with relevant functions technical services department to ensure timely repairs of warehouses and grain handling facilities and machinery.
• Spearheading the financial and budget activities for maximum operational efficiency of the function.
• Enforcing effective communication between functions and other levels of management
• Spearheading implementation of warehousing receipting system
• Overseeing import/export logistics including generation of commodity distribution plan
• Preparing and presenting bid awards to the Accounting Officer for approval.
• Undertaking functions of the secretary to the Tender Evaluation Committee
• Preparing tender documents in accordance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2015 and coordinates the tendering process.
• Preparing and signing procurement professional opinions for presentation to the Accounting Officer.
• Ensuring custody of database of approved sources of supply and research into new and alternative sources for sustainable and effective flow of services to the Company.
• Signing procurement professional opinions for presentation to the Accounting Officer
• Files statutory reports to and from the Public Procurement and Regulatory Authority to comply with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act.
• Certifies invoices and payment vouchers to suppliers to ensure integrity and high professional supply chain management standards.
• Spearheading Maintenance and update supply data base for ease of sourcing of various goods, works and services required in the Company.
• Monitoring and evaluates performance of systems in supply chain management for effective service delivery to achieve Company’s objectives.
• Interprets other laws and statutes that impact on supply chain management matters
• Building capacity of the organization in procurement management to ensure adherence and understanding of the Procurement Laws and regulations.
• Interpreting, implementing and enforce public procurement procedures and regulations for the Company in line with relevant regulatory requirement.
• Facilitating the implementation of contracts by suppliers and service providers to ensure that they meet their contractual obligations.
• Preparing and issuing rejection and debriefing letters to suppliers who do not meet set procurement standards by the Company
• Recommending various committees for appointment of suppliers by the accounting officer as required by the Public Procurement and
• Asset Disposal Act and other relevant regulations.
  • Providing information as required for any petition or investigation to debar a tender or contractor or any Investigation under review procedures.
  • Keeping updated on procurement matters through trainings and seminars organized by key stakeholders such as Kenya Institute of Supplies Management to represent the Institution and enhance work delivery.

Requirements

• At least Fifteen (15) years’ work experience five (5) years of which should been at a management level;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines; Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Commerce (Supply Chain Management option), Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Supplies Chain Management, Commerce (Supplies Management option), Procurement or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) or any other recognized professional body;
• Proficiency in computer application;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and  results; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution. 

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NKPCU/HRM/01/2024
Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
(Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
Basic Salary: Kshs. 237,137(Minimum) – Kshs. 363,887(maximum)
Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
Reporting to Managing Director

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring market analysis is done to identify available gaps;
• Developing and Reviewing marketing strategies in line with the marketing work plan;
• Developing and reviewing of promotional materials;
• Coordinating the production and distribution of promotional materials
• Coordinating Participation in trade fairs and exhibitions both locally and internationally;
• Participating in Coffee auction;
• Coordinating development of market survey instruments;
• Make recommendations based on the market survey findings;
• Coordinating requests from coffee dealers for direct sale;
• Coordinating maintenance of the e-commerce trade platform;
• Coordinating collection and delivery of coffee samples for direct sale;
• Coordinating preparation and issuance coffee warrant;
• Coordinating preparation of documentation for shipment;
• Coordinating and analyzing the Marketing and Sales report;
• Coordinating partnerships
• and agencies both locally and internationally for future business growth;
• Identifying gaps and bottlenecks in the coffee value chain in their area of operation;
• Coordinating customer satisfaction surveys;
• Overseeing the implementation of the appropriate actions;
• Coordinating implementation of policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines;
• Organizing meetings with potential strategic business partners giving company offer and negotiating the deal; and
• Prioritizing budgetary need and requirements and ensure prudent use of allocated funds.

Requirements

• At least fifteen (15) years’ work experience five (5) years of which should be at a management level;
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Marketing, Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Marketing (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a professional body; Marketing Society of Kenya or Chartered Institute of Marketers or any other related field;
• Certificate in a Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution. Applicants with indepth understanding in the coffee value chain specifically in international coffee trading and marketing experience will be an added advantage.

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 NKPCU/HRM/10/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Salary Scale: Kshs.237,137(Minimum) – Kshs. 363,887(maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Managing Director

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provision of effective management of public finances and use of funds by ensuring operations are carried out within the existing financial management legal frameworks;
• Advising management on all matters relating to finance and accounting;
• Developing budget formulation reports;
• Monitoring of accounts payables and receivables;
• Cash flow management;
• Designing monitoring and supervising the implementation of internal controls to safeguard the property and assets of the Company;
• Ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations;
• Developing long-term operating budgets and establishing proper monitoring and control systems and procedures;
• Coordinating and preparing financial related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the Management and Managing Director;
• Develop and install sound accounting and financial management procedures aimed at improving financial performance and effective control and custody of the Company’s assets;
• Provide professional leadership in the development and implementation of financial plans and budgets in-order to ensure efficient and cost-effective provision of services;
• Coordinating implementation of audit recommendations;
• Monitoring and review of programme implementation and taking corrective measures;
• Systematic scheduling of expenditures to be consistent with the work plan;
• Interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and procedures;
• Ensuring compliance with the requirements for preparation and submission of management and financial reports;
• Authorize Payments and identify suitable officer to process online payments;
• Overall responsibility for managing risks associated with the Finance and Accounting function and advise on mitigation measures;
• Representing the Secretariat in matters relating to Finance and Accounts through stakeholders’ engagements and forums;
• Delivering presentations regarding proposed budgets to the Board Finance Committee, Treasury Officials and Donor Agencies to clarify financial estimates and gain support for projected budget needs;
• Reporting on farmers trading account performance;
• Signing farmers payment advice and statement of accounts; and
• Ensuring timely disbursement and recovery of CCARF.

Requirements:

• At least fifteen (15) years’ work experience five (5) years of which should been at a management level;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Economics, Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option) or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K)) or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK);
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting note less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence in financial and accounting management; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/25/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 225,562 (Minimum) – Kshs.330,270 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Director Production

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating certification and calibration of weighbridge and platform scales;
• Ensuring that primary data is properly maintained;
• Coordinating milling requirements;
• Analyzing reports on the graded coffee from the branches in readiness for marketing;
• Coordinating the implementation of health and safety regulations for branches;
• Coordinating repairs and maintenance of production machines;
• Reviewing data and performance reports to determine productivity and achievement;
• Coordinating the development and implementation of operations guidelines, policies and strategies;
• Prioritizing budgetary needs and requirements and ensure prudent use of allocated funds;
• Overseeing the implementation of production standard operating procedures;
• Overseeing implementation of ICO quality standards issued from time to time; and
• Overseeing maintenance on production machine’s efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory position.
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Biomechanical and Processing Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership in a professional body where applicable;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
• Applicants with in-depth understanding in the coffee value chain specifically in international coffee trading and marketing experience will have an added advantage.

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 NKPCU/HRM/21/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 225,562 (Minimum) – Kshs.330,270 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Director Internal Audit

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing audit review of the risk management mechanisms developed by the management;
• Giving a reasonable assurance on the state of risk management of the cooperation;
• Coordinating conduct of scheduled and ad hoc audits;
• Coordinating development and implementation of audit programmes and annual work plans;
• Conduct risk-based, value-for-money, and systems audit to strengthen internal control mechanisms of the corporation;
• Communicating audit findings through audit reports;
• Conducting a follow-up review of implementation of the audit recommendations;
• Offering secretarial duties to the audit committee;
• Coordinating identification of key risk areas in the company; and
• Analyzing risk reports and advising on potential risk areas that require remedial measures.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory position;
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option) Economics, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: - Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option) Economics, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Kenya examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA);
• System Auditor (CISA);
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• A registered member of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) (Kenya Chapter) or any other relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in Computer application skills; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/22/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 225,562 (Minimum) – Kshs.330,270 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Director Corporate Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the formulation, interpretation, review, harmonization and implementation of human resource management policies, guidelines, and regulations;
• Monitoring implementation of human resource management policies, rules, and regulations;
• Interpreting and advising on human resource management policies and regulations;
• Developing human resource management plans to ensure effective succession management;
• Administering performance appraisal, collating performance-related data, analyzing, and preparing related reports;
• Ensuring institutionalization of performance management including a performance appraisal system;
• Monitoring the implementation of human resource management policies, rules, and regulations and analyzing their impact on staff;
• Facilitating human resource planning, communication, discipline, employee relations, remuneration, and staff welfare;
• Overseeing the development and maintenance of an up-to-date human resource management database;
• Maintaining complement control;
• Overseeing the monitoring, evaluation, and auditing of human resource management activities and programmes; and
• Preparing periodic progress reports.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences Plus Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/11/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 225,562 (Minimum) – Kshs.330,270 (maximum)
• Reporting to Director Finance and Accounts

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing efficient financial management system in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act 2012 and Attendant Regulations 2015, international accounting standards, and best management practices;
• Monitoring and review of programme implementation and taking corrective measures;
• Initiating policy changes with regard to overall expenditure pattern with the Company;
• Systematic scheduling of expenditures to be consistent with the work plan;
• Advising the accounting Officer on financial management;
• Interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and procedures;
• Providing professional advice to management on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, and investment;
• Ensuring compliance with the requirements for preparation and submission of management and statutory reports;
• Authorizing Payments and identifying suitable officers to process online payments;
• Ensuring effective and timely financial management on all matters of the Company and reporting in accordance with the laid down guidelines;
• Overseeing development and installation of effective financial management systems and procedures to improve financial reporting and accounting;
• Providing advice on strategic financing, investing, and expenditure decisions in the medium and long term;
• Ensuring internal controls are implemented and monitored for effectiveness;
• Managing risks associated with the Finance and Accounts functions;
• Delivering presentations regarding proposed budgets to the Board Finance Committee, Treasury Officials, and Donor Agencies to clarify financial estimates and gain support for projected budget needs;
• Reporting on farmers trading account performance;
• Preparing farmers payment advice and statement of accounts; and
• Ensuring timely disbursement and recovery of CCARF.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Finance or Accounting Option), Business Administration (Finance or Accounting Option), Business Management (Finance or Accounting Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: - Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K)) or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK);
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence in financial and accounting management; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/04/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 225,562 (Minimum) – Kshs.330,270 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Director Production

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the identification of potential areas to source coffee for milling;
• Creating and maintaining network outreach with farmers for sustainable sourcing of coffee for milling and/or marketing purposes;
• Identifying gaps and bottlenecks in the coffee farming in their area of operation and sharing with management for action;
• Preparing field reports;
• Coordinating liaison with estate farmers and cooperative societies for the purpose of entering into milling and/or marketing agency agreements;
• Validating coffee production projections data for purposes of planning for milling, warehousing, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Validating and developing strategies based on the projections on coffee production data for purposes of planning for milling, warehousing, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Prepare coffee projection within the assigned areas;
• Coordinating forums to create awareness/sensitize coffee growers on coffee production, milling, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Organizing and sensitizing farmers on coffee production, milling, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Attending and responding to farmers inquiries during cooperative society’s annual general meetings;
• Developing and reviewing information materials for sensitization of farmers;
• Providing advice to farmers on best coffee farming practices;
• Approving coffee farmers training needs on request for capacity building; and
• Coordinating awareness programmes and sensitizing coffee growers on the accessibility of Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving fund.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Agribusiness, Agronomy, Agriculture, Marketing, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Agribusiness, Agronomy, Agriculture, Marketing, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership with relevant professional body where applicable;
• Certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Applicants with in-depth understanding in the coffee value chain and agronomy experience are an added advantage.

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NKPCU/HRM/29/2024

• Terms of Service: Five (5) Years Contract
• (Renewable subject to performance and retirement age)
• Salary Scale: Kshs.237,137(Minimum) – Kshs. 363,887(maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to the Managing Director

Duties and Responsibilities

The Company Secretary will head the Legal Services and provide Secretariat services to the Board. The officer at this level will be responsible to the Board and Managing Director for the management and coordination of the Legal function and Board activities. Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Providing guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities;
• Assisting the Board in keeping custody of Board and Committee papers;
• Proposing reviewing of existing laws and regulations governing the Company;
• Interpreting legal legislation for the Company;
• Board induction and training, updating the Board and Committee charters, preparing Board work plans and implementation of the code of conduct and ethics and Mwongozo code governance;
• Ensuring timely preparation and circulation of Board and Committee papers and minutes;
• The custodian of the seal of the company;
• Maintaining and updating the register of conflicts of interest;
• Ensuring Board members and staff are aware of all relevant laws;
• Ensuring legal compliance to legislative provisions and regulations;
• Developing legal strategies aimed at forestalling disputes, controversies, and litigation;
• Conducting legal research;
• Liaising with external lawyers and the Office of the Attorney General, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on legal matters;
• Representing the company in litigation and various legal matters;
• Drafting legal documents, leases, and contracts;
• Preparing case files for hearing;
• Ensuring annual returns are promptly filed with the relevant authorities; and
• Ensuring the planning and budgeting for the Legal Unit.

Requirements:

• At least fifteen (15) years’ work experience, five (5) years of which should be at a management level;
• Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) degree from a recognized institution;
• Master's degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Post-graduate Diploma in Law (Advocates Training Programme) from the Kenya School of Law;
• Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• A valid practicing certificate;
• Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPS (K));
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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NKPCU/HRM/06/202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Agricultural Extension Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifying potential areas to source coffee for milling;
• Preparing and maintaining a coffee milling and marketing incidental register;
• Liaising with estate farmers and cooperative societies for the purpose of entering into milling and/or marketing agency agreements;
• Collecting and collating data on coffee production projections;
• Conducting surveys on service delivery (research & planning);
• Participating in forums to create awareness/sensitize coffee growers on coffee production, milling, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Participating in sensitizing farmers on coffee production, milling, marketing, and provision of advances;
• Attending and responding to farmers' inquiries during cooperative societies annual general meetings;
• Disseminating information materials for sensitization of farmers;
• Providing advice to farmers on best coffee farming practices;
• Assessing coffee farmers' training needs on request for capacity building;
• Ensuring cooperative society/estate farmers have booking slip and delivery note for parchment deliveries to the mills;
• Participating in creating awareness and sensitizing coffee growers on the accessibility of Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving fund;
• Distributing CCARF application forms and guiding the coffee growers in completing the forms; and
• Collecting duly completed forms and submitting them for processing.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Agribusiness, Agronomy, Marketing, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• An Applicant with at least two (2) years’ experience in the coffee value chain and agronomy will have an added advantage.

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NKPCU/HRM/1 5 /202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 47,714 (Minimum) – Kshs. 69,326 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Accountant Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing already achieved vouchers within the department to prevent the loss of documents by ensuring all retrieved documents are returned promptly;
• Preparing payment vouchers, imprests, and committal documents in accordance with laid down financial rules and regulations;
• Capturing data and maintaining primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers, and preparation of simple management reports;
• Receiving duly processed payments and receipt vouchers for filing in accordance with ISO standards;
• Receiving, recording, and sorting documents delivered in the department for processing;
• Balancing and ruling of the cash books on a daily basis to ensure accuracy and correctness of financial data;
• Updating the revenue collection register;
• Drafting and updating the cash liquidity analysis;
• Archiving and filing of all finance documents;
• Maintaining individual ledgers for CCARF advances and recoveries;
• Preparing monthly expenditure returns; and
• Calculating and valuation of CCARF to be advanced to farmers.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option), Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• National Police Clearance Certificate.
• An applicant with at least two (2) years of working experience in the accounting field will have an added advantage.

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 NKPCU/HRM/1 4 /202 4

• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 77,414 (Minimum) - 116,529 (maximum)
• Other remunerations: Based on prevailing Government guidelines
• Reporting to Senior Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
• Preparing and updating the books of accounts;
• Balancing cashbooks, issuing imprests, and advances;
• Preparing bank reconciliation statements;
• Preparing and dispatching farmers' payments, payment advice, and farmers' statements of accounts;
• Maintaining individual ledgers for CCARF advances and recoveries;
• Preparing monthly revenue returns;
• Preparing monthly expenditure returns;
• Ensuring safe custody of cash, cheques, financial records, and other accountable documents;
• Preparing and calculating coffee proceeds for payment to farmers;
• Calculating and valuation of CCARF to be advanced to farmers;
• Processing online payments and data capturing;
• Invoicing and payment of coffee proceeds; and
• Preparing VAT and other statutory returns.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option), Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer applications;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• An applicant with at least three (3) years of working experience in a similar position will have an added advantage.