Agriculture Sector State Corporation Jobs

A State Corporation in the Agriculture Sector invites applications from qualified Kenyans for the following positions:1. Support Staff
1 Position
Ref: VA/6/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

General cleaning.

Messengerial duties

Other routine work as may be assigned

Technical duties as may be assignedKey Qualifications

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) grade C- (minus) or its recognized equivalent.2. Rider 1 Position
Ref: VA/7/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Drive the assigned motor cycle ensuring the safety of parcels, motor cycle and other road users for the transport of authorized parcels.

Responsible for the day to day maintenance of the assigned motor cycle.

Responsible for the cleanliness of the motor cycle including arraigning it for repair using the prevailing procedure

Log official trips as per government procedure and policies including mileage, consumption, route etc.

Ensure motor cycle documents are current including display of insurance cover at all times observe traffic rules and regulations

Report accidents or incidents immediately to the supervisor and ensure that steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.Key Qualifications

Passed suitability Rider test Grade test III

Basic knowledge in minor motor cycle repairs and maintenance

Capable of defensive riding

Defensive Rider’s license from the Automobile Association of Kenya or a recognized institution will be an added advantage.

Have First aid certificate from St. Johns Ambulance or Kenya Highway and Building Technology3. Procurement Officer
2 Positions
Ref: VA/3/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Locate vendors, materials, equipment and supplies

Process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment

Prepare or cause to be prepared clear specifications for goods and services for obtaining, issuing or awarding bids

Ensure conformance to organizational policy and procurement law for all purchases, claims and contracts

Participate in negotiating contracts

Ensure timely delivery of goods and services

Maintain records relating to procurement, assets and suppliers

Prepare reports regarding market prices and market conditionsKey Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university

Diploma in Supplies Management from a recognized institution

Computer literate

Be a member of the Institute of Supplies Management

Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision

High level of integrity4. Administrative Assistant
1 Position
Ref: VA/2/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of general administrative duties

General office administration

Registry operationsKey Qualifications

Diploma in Human Resource Management or Business Administration or other relevant course from a recognized institution

Computer literacy especially in Human Resource Management systems5. Front Office Receptionist
1 Position
Ref: VA/4/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer care services by attending to visitors/clients and directing them accordingly.

Directing all enquires to the right office

Ensure effective management of incoming/outgoing calls and maintaining a daily record of calls made

Receiving any hand delivered mails and forwarding them to the right officeKey Qualifications

KCSE certificate C plain or its KNEC accepted equivalent

Professional certificate in secretarial studies or related field

Training in telephone operations/reception or front office management in a recognized institution

Fluency in both oral and written English and Kiswahili6. Office Assistant
2 Positions - Mombasa & Embu Office
Ref: VA/5/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Making appointments and reservations for the office

Handling and filing confidential information or any other documents

Receiving, sorting, registering and distributing incoming mails for the assigned office for action

Handling office files and maintaining an effective filing system

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness/hygiene and tidiness within the office

Handling all typing duties as may be required

Performing basic office administrative duties

Attending to all incoming and outgoing calls in office deployedKey Qualifications

Diploma in Secretarial studies and trained in telephone operations/reception or front office management from a recognized institution.

Fluency in both oral and written English and Kiswahili.7. Accountant
(1 Position)
Ref: VA/1/2/2015
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Cost and/or management accounting

Preparation of budgets

Financial analysis

Verification of payment vouchers

Collation of financial estimates

Determination of aggregate expenditure

Coordination and rationalization expenditure estimates

Supervision of revenue collection process

Cash flow control

Cost analysis

Preparation of final and statements

Maintenance of accounting booksKey Qualifications

Possess a Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting option), or be in possession of a degree from a recognized university majoring in fields relevant to the Accounting Function such as Finance and Economics

Have passed CPA II

Be computer literate specifically in accounting programmes such as SAGEHow to Apply
Interested and qualified individuals should forward CVs, copies of academic and professional certificates and national identity card to:
D/NA 1776,
P. O. Box 49010 - 00100 GPO
Nairobi;
by 29th February, 2015.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Potential candidates from marginalized communities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.