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.