Technical Manager, Port Supervisors, Port Assistant/ Store Keeper, Plant Mechanics, Plant Electrician, Reach Stacker Operators and Empty Handler Operators

 We are a Multinational company facilitating global trade, with diverse interests in shipping and containerized transport. 

We enjoy significant presence in East Africa with and have a strong focus on growth. 

As part of this strategy we are seeking to strengthen our operational and technical department and are inviting applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced team players for the following positions based in Mombasa;
 

Technical Manager 

(1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Kenya Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and other machinery operated by the company including procurement of parts and components. 

In addition S/he will also Provide leadership and determine training requirements for the workshop team and equipment operators while giving management support to the Kenya operations manager and Kenya management team as a whole.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Possession of relevant Degree/Diploma
• Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment
• Previous experience in leading and managing equipment/fleet maintenance team
• Ability to motivate team members to achieve set targets
• Ability to learn and adapt to change quickly while providing solutions to the team and organization in a challenging and fluid operational environment
• Good Organization skills
• A passion and desire for all things “safety” as a part of ensuring adherence to Occupational Health & Safety procedures

Port Supervisors 

(2 Positions)
 

Reporting to the Technical manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for supervising and coordinating all related yard and quayside operational activities at the Port. 

These activities may include but not be limited to deployment and operation monitoring of equipment, management of tally clerks, consolidation of container tallies and report writing.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Computer literate.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to prepare structured reports.
• Have a sense of urgency and quick decision making abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Own passion and drive to motivate others to reach common goals.
• Good attitude and ability to follow and enforce Occupational Health & Safety procedures
• Knowledge of port operations and KPA procedures would be an added advantage

Port Assistant / Store Keeper (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the role provides a range of administrative, operational and clerical support at the Mombasa Branch Office, and supports the port operations by maintaining operational records, operational supplies and managing the stores adequately.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Minimum of polytechnic level education or equivalent
• Previous experience in managing stores and inventory
• Effective communication, Organization and Time Management skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Chief Plant Mechanic (1 Position) & 

Senior Plant Mechanic (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the successful candidate will be overall responsible for all tasks that include but not be limited to the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and machinery operated by the company.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Possession of relevant Certificates/Diploma
• Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment
• Previous experience in leading a workshop team
• Ability to motivate team members to achieve set targets
• Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Plant Mechanic (2 Positions), 

Plant Electrician (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Chief Plant Mechanic, the successful candidates will be responsible for specific tasks that include but not be limited to the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and machinery operated by the company. 

They will also be responsible for recording repair and maintenance data for all machinery.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Possession of relevant Certificates/Diploma
• Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment
• Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures
• The Plant Electrician must have specific specialization on electrical systems

Reach Stacker Operators (12 Positions), 

Empty Handler Operators (3 Positions)
 

Reporting to the Chief Plant Mechanic, the successful candidates will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handlers.

They will ensure precise loading and unloading of containers both full and empty within the port area, while maintaining safety to both containers and Port workers in their area of operation.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Possession of a valid Forklift Operators License
• Previous experience in operating Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handling Equipment in a busy environment
• Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed C.V, A day time telephone contact and names of three (3) referees (one of whom must be the current/last employer) and indicate the position of interest on the envelope. 

Applications should be addressed to the address below, so as to reach not later than 10th July 2012.
 

DN/A 1321
P. O. Box 49010, 00100
Nairobi

TMEA Arusha Programme Senior Director, Ports Projects Manager and Knowledge & Results Programme Manager Jobs

Exciting Career Opportunities in Regional Integration

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an organisation funded by a range of development agencies to promote regional trade and economic integration in East Africa.

TMEA works closely with the East African Community (EAC), national governments, business and civil society organisations.

Headquartered in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali, TMEA seeks to support East African integration through:

• A reduction in transport and related costs along the key corridors in East Africa;
• Supporting EAC institutions to develop a comprehensive framework for regional integration;
• Supporting partner states to substantially increase the implementation of a comprehensive framework for regional integration; and
• Engaging private sector and civil society to positively influence regional integration policies and practices for growth in trade.

TMEA is seeking to recruit high calibre, results-oriented and self-driven experienced professionals to join our team in the positions listed below.

Senior Director, Arusha Programme

The Senior Director, Arusha Programme will lead and oversee TMEA’s support to the TMEA Arusha programme and manage the relationships and synergies of TMEA country and regional portfolios with the EAC Secretariat and other EAC organs.

Working closely with TMEA’s Chief Executive Officer, the role is primarily strategic, diplomatic and representational, to ensure that TMEA’s strategy and multi-year programme meets the needs of the EAC in Arusha, and is based on close, collaborative partnerships between TMEA and EAC organs.

The ideal candidate will posses a Masters degree preferably in Economics, Development Studies, International Trade, Planning, Finance or Management.

Knowledge of regional integration, trade facilitation and trade issues and a deep working understanding of the EAC and its organs, processes and procedures, or similar experience
with other regional economic communities are essential for this position.

We are looking for at least seven years experience (five in Southern and East African countries) in leading and managing economic development programmes, preferably in regional integration, trade facilitation, trade and investment climate reform, transport sector development, and/or institutional reform for development partners.

Manager, Ports Projects

The Manager, Ports Projects will support the Infrastructure Director in managing TMEA’s work programme with Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).

This will include working with the Director to draft and update TMEA’s work programme with KPA and other key stakeholders, including Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Kenya Maritime
Authority (KMA), Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), shippers and labour groups among others.

S/he will work with port authorities and TMEA procurement to engage consultants and will be responsible for managing the consultants and reviewing their outputs.

In addition, the job holder will be expected to assist in negotiations with private developers/operators for port facilities.

The successful candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, Maritime Studies, International Trade, Planning, Finance, Engineering or a related field.

A relevant Masters degree or other professional qualification will be an added advantage.

The candidate will have at least five years work experience in maritime transport, transport logistics, engineering or a related field. Significant experience with one or more major seaports is essential for this role.

Knowledge and Results Programme Manager

The Knowledge and Results Programme Manager will be responsible for assisting TMEA develop and maintain a strong results and learning focus.

Working with project teams, s/he will assist them to clarify outcomes, develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans and develop their monitoring and evaluation capacity.

A postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as evaluation, social science, or economics, preferably with a strong research component and specific training in monitoring and evaluation are vital for this position.

The individual will have at least five years experience in managing monitoring and evaluation systems and teams on large development programmes and sound knowledge of different monitoring and evaluation approaches and methods.

The candidate must have proven experience in developing clear outcomes, indicators and measurement plans and in developing and using evaluation tools such as questionnaires, interview guides and assessment rubrics.

In addition to proven ability to work as a change agent within a programme, experience in and ability to identify and implement innovative solutions to overcome resistance to monitoring, evaluation and learning is critical.

Application Details

Please send us a cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, and current remuneration.

Your application should include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address, and daytime telephone contacts.

The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the job title on the subject line.

The detailed job profiles for these posts can be accessed on www.trademarkea.com.

Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com by Friday, 16 March 2012 by 5.00pm East African time.

Interviews will be conducted in mid April 2012 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Intergovernmental Standing Committee on Shipping - Secretary General (CEO) and Director (Shipping, Ports, Freight Services) Jobs in Mombasa Kenya

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Transport

Vacancy Announcement

Intergovernmental Standing Committee on Shipping (ISCOS) Secretariat, Mombasa, Kenya

A) Secretary General (Chief Executive Officer of the Organization)

The Intergovernmental Standing Committee on Shipping (ISCOS) was established in 1967 by the Governments of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia to take care of their maritime interests in the region.

A permanent secretariat was established in 1974 and has since been headquartered in Mombasa, Kenya.

Since its inception, ISCOS has been at the fore front of representing the interests of Governments and Shippers in the region especially in mitigation of challenges in ports, unfavourable transport costs and other surcharges, research, and the provision of timely advice to Member states on maritime matters affecting the region.

In 2006, Member Governments through a protocol amending the 1987 Agreement transformed ISCOS into an institution capable of serving the region and the International community, as a one stop center of excellence for regional maritime matters and total logistics.

The organization’s mandate was expanded, among others, to matters affecting inland water ways and ports, as well as the private sector, and its possible membership was opened to the states of East and Central Africa.

ISCOS is a main point of reference for maritime and sea transportation matters affecting the region and continues to be the main interface between the region’s cargo owners and the greater shipping world. The Organization is mainly Government funded, and employs its staff from all ISCOS member states.

Applicants are invited from suitably qualified Kenyan, Ugandan and Zambian nationals to fill the Post of Secretary General. The Secretary General is the Chief Executive Officer of the Organization.

The particulars of the position are as follows:

Position: Secretary General

Appointed by: The Assembly

Reporting to: The Assembly

Job Group: P.7

Terms of appointment: 5 year renewable once

Qualifications:

• He/She should be a holder of a university degree in law, Engineering, Transport Economics, Maritime Transport Studies or any other related fields. Post graduate qualification in any of the aforementioned fields or any other related maritime transport will be an added advantage:-
• Be a mature and respectable professional with profound skills in financial, port and shipping management.
• Have ability to take leadership of a professional team and to promote the corresponding team spirit in all aspects of result oriented work.
• Posses an aptitude for interpersonal communication within the team and the clientele including respectable art of negotiation.
• Have excellent communication skills and public relations.
• Have knowledge and competence in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
• Be fluent in English.

Experience:

• Applicants should posses a minimum of 10 years practical management experience at a senior level in a reputable Organization.
• Experience in networking with senior officials in Government, Private Sector and Regional Organizations.
• Experience in Shipping and Port Management will be an added advantage

Duties:

The Secretary General is the Chief Executive Officer of the organization and shall represent the organization in the exercise of its legal personality.

He/She shall be responsible among others for:

• Acting as Secretary to the Assembly and the Co-ordination Committee;
• Submitting reports in consultation with the Technical Committees on the activities of the organization to the Co-ordination Committee and the Assembly;
• In charge of the overall administration and finances of the organization, subject to the provisions of the Agreement;
• Submitting the budget of the organization, to the co-ordination Committee through the Technical Committee on Finance, Administration and Resource Mobilization;
• Ensuring that the objectives set out in the Agreement are attained and shall either on his own initiate or on the basis of a complaint, investigate a presumed breach of the provisions of the Agreement and report to the Committee in accordance with an investigative procedure to be determined by the committee;
• Keeping the functioning of the organization under continuous assessment and may act in relation to any particular matter which appear to merit assessment either on his/her own initiative or upon the request of contracting parties where appropriate and report the result of his assessment to the contracting parties or the organs of the organization;
• Appointing/dismissing of junior staff; in accordance with staff service regulations;
• Developing a linkage between the organization, the Governments, maritime stakeholders and the general public on the affairs of the organization; and
• Performing any other functions as contained in the Agreement or as the Assembly may determine, subject to the provisions of the Agreement.

Salary and benefits:

Basic salary of US $ 39,360 X 1,800 - 46,560 per annum

Housing Allowance of US $ 1,500.00 per annum

Spouse allowance: US $ 263 per annum

Airtime Allowance: US $ 200 per annum

Other benefits include: A medical Insurance cover for self and family, Gratuity on separation, at 25% of basic salary earned, a car for official duties, domestic support services, limited education allowance, 36 working days of leave per year, and paid home leave.

Director of Shipping, Ports, and Freight Services

Appointed by: The Coordination Committee

Reporting to: The Secretary General

Job Group: P.5

Terms of appointment: 3 year contract renewable twice.

Qualifications:

• He/She should be a holder of a university degree in law, Economics, Statistics, Maritime Transport Studies or any other related fields. Post graduate qualifications in any of the aforementioned fields will be added advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of Operations Research,
• Knowledge of ICT is essential
• Being a member of an international body or contributing to an international journal will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Applicants should posses at least 5 years practical experience at a senior level in a reputable transport related organisation,
• Wide knowledge in the application of a wide variety of computer packages,
• Experience in port operations or shipping management will be an added advantage.

Duties:

• Promoting and coordinating the development and growth of a viable and efficient regional and coastal shipping industry;
• Promoting effective partnerships between governments and private sector in investment and management of deep sea shipping, coastal shipping, multimodal transport, river and lake shipping services;
• Undertaking feasibility studies/investments appraisals on maritime/shipping related projects for financial assistance by development partners, etc
• Coordinating the development and growth of a viable regional maritime services
• Monitoring port performance, freight charges and surcharges and other levies on the trade,
• Assisting shippers, commodity organisations and other shipper interest in freight consultations/negotiations and lobbying for favourable policies and regulations on the movement of goods by sea,
• Providing technical support to technical committees,
• Supervising staff under the directorate in accordance with staff regulations.
• Performing any other functions that may be assigned to him/her by the Secretary General.

Age-limit: The applicant should not be more than 54 years of age.

Salary and Benefits

In addition to a very attractive salary, the successful candidate shall enjoy several benefits which include Housing allowance, Spouse allowance, Airtime allowance, and Gratuity on separation equivalent to 25% of salary earned per month.

Other benefits include a medical Insurance cover for self and family, limited education allowance, 36 working days of leave per year, and paid home leave.

Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, can submit their applications, CVs, copies of their relevant certificates and testimonials with names and addresses of three referees, and a day telephone contact to:

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Transport
P.O. Box 52692
Nairobi

To reach him not later than February, 29th 2012

No applications shall be received by ISCOS Secretariat

Tetra Pak - Customs Specialist and Production Planner Jobs in Kenya

As a world leading company in food processing and packaging, Tetra Pak’s motto “PROTECTS WHAT’S GOODTM “reflects the philosophy upon which we conduct our business in order to make food safe and available, everywhere.

Operating in more than 165 markets with over 20,000 employees, Tetra Pak believes in responsible industry leadership, creating profitable growth in harmony with good corporate citizenship and a sustainable approach to business.

We work closely with our suppliers and customers on preferred processing and packaging solutions to provide convenient, innovative and environmentally sound products to millions of people worldwide.

Contract Terms: The below positions are strictly one year non-renewable contracts.

Customs Specialist

This position appeals to candidates who are results oriented, with excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

Someone with excellent knowledge on the bonds processes, who is flexible and can maintain attention to detail in a busy working environment whilst maintaining consistency and courtesy.

Scope of the Job

The holder of this position, who will report to the Supply Chain Manager, will manage the government incentive schemes by timely reconciliation and cancellation of bonds so as to ensure uninterrupted material supply and production operations.

Setting up and maintaining a robust filing system to facilitate completeness and ease of access to relevant documentation is critical to this role.

Main Responsibilities

Bonds Reconciliation

• Prepare TREO/EGPSP documents and submit to Treasury for approval
• Process bonds with approved controls from Treasury with the Insurance service provider and customs
• Assist in queries regarding TREO/EGPSP with customs and clearing agents
• Follow up for Sugar permit with Kenya Sugar board
• Follow up with shipping and order management teams to ensure all export documents are returned in readiness for VAT/TREO/EGPSP reconciliation with KRA
• Reconcile the company’s imports under TREO/EGPSP for audit with customs
• Account for all customs bonds under TREO/EGPSP issued by KRA and Insurance Service Provider by cancelling bonds with customs and Insurance Service Provider after KRA audit
• Respond to all customs queries regarding TREO/EGPSP
• Account for the guarantee facility allocated by the company and Insurance Service Provider

Import Files Management

• Set up and maintain a robust system for import files management
• Document and maintain a procedure for handling of imports documents
• Conduct periodic system audits on the filing system and documents movement
• Implement 5S in the filing system

Managing relationship with Customs Office

• Establish and maintain a working relationship with customs office
• Fast track progress on submitted files for audit completion
• Proactively handle queries raised by Customs office and keep involved parties informed on progress made
• Uphold company values when dealing with external stakeholders

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years experience in a busy FMCG

Qualification

• Degree/Diploma in Business Administration/Management
• Diploma in C & F Shipping Management/Accounting
• Good computer skills including working knowledge of MS Office

Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Integrity
• Accountability & Responsibility
• Accurate
• Analytical thinking
• Results-oriented

Production Planner

This position will appeal to suitably qualified individuals who are results oriented with excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

Ability to work with complex data and challenge status quo is critical for this job.

We require someone who is highly motivated, flexible and able to work with minimum supervision in a busy environment.

Scope of the Job

This position is responsible for assisting the Supply Chain Manager to analyze and communicate the impact of rolling forecast on plant capacity utilization levels.

The holder will provide leadership on development of seamless customer order fulfillment plans, support factory performance through effective and efficient capacity planning to boost Overall Equipment Efficiency while controlling cost and waste levels.

He/she will co-ordinate flow of information among production, commercial, Customer Service Representatives and other supply chain functions on orders and material requirements. This position is expected to be the primary contact point for inter-company demand/supply management for TPEA Factory.

Main Responsibilities

Production planning

• Optimizes plant capacity utilization and highlights capacity bottlenecks and opportunities
• Co-ordinates with materials planning team on production requirements
• Confirms sales orders to Customer Service Representative (CSR)
• Communicates lead times and quantities to CSR
• Executes Block planning to ensure efficient product runs
• Develop customer focused production schedules
• Execute production plan in a logical and cost effective way
• Coordinate the weekly planning meeting with the process managers
• Responsible to ensure factory perfect confirmation and perfect deliveries are on target
• Optimize production efficiency by minimizing factory costs by controlling overtime and process waste reduction while meeting customers demands
• A key member of factory team that reviews daily performance in daily management system
• Involvements on quarterly stock take

Inter-Company Packaging Material export business

• Co-ordinate with Inter-company CSRs to ensure sales plans and orders placed on the converting factory are realistic.
• Analyze and engage the customers on accuracy of rolling forecast data
• Proactively engage customers and shipping on potential delays to order fulfillment and remedial measures

World Class Manufacturing role

• Supply chain improvement team on perfect delivery and perfect confirmation, adherence to schedule and supply chain cost
• Member of Focus improvement pillar

Computer systems

• Proplanner super user in charge of master data and training
• Super user in C-Plan responsible for training
• Super user of P2
• Business objects
• SAP

Reporting

• Prepare shipping update/GIT and circulate to the relevant parties
• Prepare monthly supply chain KPI report .i.e. adherence to schedule
• Prepare weekly sales order report

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years experience in a busy FMCG

Qualification

• Bachelors in business related field
• Computer Knowledge; Microsoft office, SAP and P2

Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Integrity
• Accountability & Responsibility
• Accurate
• Analytical thinking
• Results-oriented
• Planning & Organization

If you think you match the above requirements, please send us your application with an up-to-date curriculum vitae, citing your current remuneration package, to:

The Human Resources & Communications Director
Tetra Pak Limited
P.O. Box 78340, 00507,
Nairobi

or email address: recruit.ke@tetrapak.com to reach us on or before 24th February 2012.

Any incidence of canvassing will lead to candidate’s disqualification.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Tetra Pak is an Equal Opportunity Employer