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PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Head of Manufacturing is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production; Including planning and forecasting for production, asset care, efficiency improvement initiatives, delivery of quality & SHE and effective deployment of associated resources within a safe and secure environment. Underpinning this is the implementation of robust capability building for staff and embed a culture of sustained high performance.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Factory Operations

• Lead factory operations/manufacturing activities to deliver manufacturing targets including service, costs, productivity, quality, innovation, and occupational safety, health & environment.
• Coordinate production planning to process all the available green leaf to the highest quality standards at the lowest cost through optimization of production resources including labour, energy, water etc.  
• Ensure smooth day-to-day delivery of utilities (firewood, steam, water, and electricity) in the factory and villages.

Technology and Asset Care

• Propose, obtain the necessary approvals, and implement the necessary capital investment to meet the desired productivity, quality, safety, environmental and cost targets.
• Ensure that the technical standards of all manufacturing and non-manufacturing fixed assets are maintained to ensure high level of customer service and quality targets are achieved at optimal cost.

Safety, Health, Environment, RA

• Ensure compliance with the ekaterra Safety, Health & Environment policy, framework standards, and occupational health and safety legislation in the factory.
• Ensure permits to work are issued in line with company SHE policies.
• Ensure standard operating procedures and specific work instructions are adhered to and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain up to date.

Quality

• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure quality standards are achieved.
• Implement the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) system in the factory.
• Ensure incoming raw materials meet set quality standards.
• Ensure compliance of Food Safety Standards
• Co-ordinate and direct Quality Management in line with QA systems and GMP.
• Ensure the production of quality made tea is in line with customer/consumer specifications.
• Ensure hourly tea tasking is done and invoice tea samples are preserved.
• Ensure finished products are regularly inspected to ensure they meet established quality standards.
• Initiates and implement quality improvement plans and activities in the factory in liaison with the quality manager.

Manufacturing Cost

• Ensure accurate daily, weekly, and monthly production records and tea returns are maintained at all times.
• Control direct budgetary expenses through resource allocation and utilization in the factories.
• Monitor production key performance indicators of the factory; generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Manage the working capital efficiently to deliver production cost and inventory targets.
• Flag redundant/obsolete assets to the Procurement and Finance managers for disposal.

Manufacturing Excellence

• Coordinate implementation of WCM to achieve world class standards through effective implementation of World Class.
• Implement Good Manufacturing Practices in all sections of manufacture in the production shifts.
• Oversee the implementation of the requirements of Rain Forest Alliance.

People Leadership

• Lead HR policy deployment and implementation on sites, including management of employee relations.
• Keep factory managers and workers engaged and motivated to continually achieve factory targets.
• Ensure that the factory teams achieve agreed work targets and standards and hold them accountable for the same.
• Develop the skills and competencies of direct reports and other factory employees through on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to improve their effectiveness.
• Ensure all statutory requirements including legislation, regulations, Union collective bargaining agreements, and ekaterra policies and standards are adhered to at all times.
• Communicates upwards/downwards/peers in the factory to ensure smooth flow of information.
• Implement agreed welfare programs and attend planned meetings ensuring completion of agreed actions.

Innovation

• Keep abreast with all new technology covering tea making, market, packing, maintenance, transport, and energy usage and make proposals for implementation where appropriate.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to improve factory performance.
• Ensure manufacturing trials are done and projects implemented as required from time to time.
• Collate and document innovative ideas for the factory and capture all improvement proposals from the shop floor.
• Implementation and follow-up on improvement ideas on the shop floor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bsc. Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Food Technology.
• At least 10 years experience in food processing/production or engineering management role(s).
• Qualifications and experience in Quality/Food Safety, HSE management within a factory environment.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Business Administration or Management is desirable.
• Experience in leading and keeping large and diverse teams motivated and engaged.
• Ability to make decisions that have a technical and human component in high-pressure situations.
• Experience In working within a unionized environment and using negotiation and mediation skills as well as the ability to predict and anticipate situations that may lead to labor-related tensions and unrest and take actions to mitigate them.
• Understanding of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodology as well as Rainforest Alliance requirements and their application in the factory.
• Ability to manage the manufacturing budget to keep the cost of production within agreed targets

The Programme is funded by the European Union and targets 19 counties namely: Kisumu, Nairobi, Mombasa, Uasin Gishu and Nakuru, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River, Marsabit, Isiolo, Garissa, Meru, Kericho, Kisii Bungoma, Kakamega, Migori and Narok.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and organisation of meetings, training activities and other events including preparing summaries, minutes and reports.
• Conduct research on legal aspects of crime prevention and criminal justice reform and contribute to the preparation of UNODC publications, background notes, reports, briefing materials, presentations, talking points and speeches;
• Conduct research and compile information from multiple sources for use in reports, briefs, speeches, presentations, infographics etc.
• Assist in staff members' preparation of technical assistance missions, workshops, meetings, high-level events and conferences, including support to field offices;
• Support in the follow-up of meeting outcomes.
• Contribute to other day-to-day operational tasks of the team and section, as appropriate.

Competencies

• COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
• CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

To qualify for this internship the following conditions must be met:

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). (OFFICIAL WRITTEN PROOF FROM THE UNIVERSITY SUPPORTING ONE OF THE ABOVE POSSIBILITIES MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE INSPIRA APPLICATION);
• Degree in the field of political science, international relations, law, criminal justice or related discipline is desirable;
• Be computer literate in standard software applications, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and be able to work online and communicate via Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes the willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Work Experience

• No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in written and spoken English is required for this internship. Knowledge of Swahili is desirable.

Assessment

• Considered candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager for further assessment.

Special Notice

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
• A completed online application (Motivation Statement, Candidate Profile as well as proof of enrolment and/or graduation) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Motivation Statement must include:

• Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?)
• Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?)
• List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
• List your top three areas of interest.
• Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
• Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme in general and this assignment in particular.

In your online Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Do not forget to attach your proof of enrolment or graduation.

Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Ref: NGAAF/08/02/2023

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the County Coordinator will be responsible for:-

• Implementing policies, programmes, standards, guidelines on the mandate of the Fund programmes;
• Conducting Civic Education and community sensitization through public education and advocacy; 
• Promoting value addition initiatives for products and services of affirmative action groups;
• Promoting socio cultural development and nurturing of talent for affirmative action groups;
• Collaborating with stakeholder engagement in identification of projects;
• Coordinating public education and advocacy on enhancement of access to services for survivors of gender-based violence, female genital mutilation, child marriages or forced marriages;
• Receiving, review and recommend project proposals to the board for approval;
• Developing and implement proposals for establishment of rescue centers, legal aid centers, drug and substance abuse rehabilitation and counselling centers in conjunction with the relevant government agencies;
• Implementing disbursement of bursaries and scholarships to access education opportunities for affirmative action groups;
• Undertaking civic education and community sensitization on the National Government affirmative action programmes and policies;
• Coordinating project formulation and implementation for affirmative action groups;
• Ensuring projects recommended for funding are guided by national development priorities and comply with the object and purpose of the Fund;
• Undertaking capacity building for affirmative action groups;
• Developing and execute project designs, work plans and budget on programmes; 
• Implementing partnerships and linkages with relevant training providers; and
• Implement the guidelines for approval of projects. 

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Project Planning and Management, Education, Development Studies, Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Gender Studies, Business Management/Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Proficiency in computer application skills; and
• Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

ALL APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD INDICATE THEIR PREFERRED COUNTIES FOR DEPLOYMENT IN THEIR COVER LETTERS

Method of Application

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above positions. Each application should be accompanied by a CV with names of three professional referees, daytime telephone contact, a cover letter indicating the position applied for in the subject header and all relevant certificates and testimonials addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
National Government Affirmative Action Fund
P.O. BOX 48272-00100 
NAIROBI
And
Send via mail to: recruitment@ngaaf.go.ke
Or hand delivered to:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Government Affirmative Action Fund ABSA Building, 16th floor
P.O BOX 48272-00100 
NAIROBI
The applications should be received on or before 24th March, 2023 at 5:00pm

Please note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification
• The National Government Affirmative Action Fund is committed toavailing equal opportunities to ALL KENYANS. Female candidates, youths and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Successful candidates will be appointed on a three (3) years contract period renewable subject to satisfactory performance 

Jubilee Insurance was established in August 1937, as the first locally incorporated Insurance Company based in Mombasa in 1937. Jubilee Insurance has spread its sphere of influence throughout the region to become the largest Composite insurer in East Africa, handling Life, Pensions, general and Medical insurance.

Job Ref. No. JHIL062

Role Purpose

Responsible for the delivery of Health Insurance Bancassurance business performance through effective selling, excellent customer service and execution of operational Bancassurance services to the customers under the

Bancassurance profile at the assigned bank or region.

Main Responsibilities

• Drive sustainable growth of the assigned portfolio to achieve the set business target.
• Effectively create new client relationships and partnerships whilst ensuring retention of existing business relationships through high standards of customer service.
• Execution of day-to-day Insurance operations at bank, branch/Regional level which entails Quotations, New customer acquisition as well as follow up on renewals.
• Identify training needs and liaise with head office to ensure training calendar is developed.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on all Insurance transactions.
• Maintain a consistent pipeline of Health Insurance Clients and prospects.
• Daily reporting of business performance as per Key Performance Indicators Matrixes
• Any other duties and roles as may be assigned from time to time by the Bancassurance Manager

Requirements

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to network and generate new business
• Excellent Sales and Client relationship skills.
• Relationship Management skills
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of Bank products and an understanding of banking business and operations.
• Have high integrity levels; maintains utmost confidentiality of information in their possession.
• Great attention to details

Qualifications and Relevant Experience

• University degree from an institution recognized by Commission for Higher Education
• AIIK Diploma / BCOM (Insurance), BSC (Actuarial Science)/ CII Diploma or any insurance related qualification is an added advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the Sales of health Insurance products preferably within an insurance intermediary or Insurance Company.
• Knowledge of Health Insurance will be an added advantage
• Experience in Bancassurance will be an added advantage

Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to  Recruitment@jubileekenya.com
Use the title of the position as the subject of the email