Kenya Seed Company is a strategic state corporation mandated to
avail sufficient quantities of certified seed in the country.
The company has three subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania and controls over 80% of the seed maize market share in Kenya making it a key player in the government strategy on food security.
The Company is in the process of strengthening its ICT and Internal Audit
functions and therefore seek to recruit results oriented individuals with self
drive and zeal for creativity to fill the vacancies as follows;The company has three subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania and controls over 80% of the seed maize market share in Kenya making it a key player in the government strategy on food security.
1. Head of Internal Audit
Ref: HIA/01/2012
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Reporting to the Board of Directors and Managing Director, the job holder will carry out audit activities in accordance with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
Key duties and responsibilities
- Plan,
organize and carry out the internal audit function including the
preparation of an audit plan which fulfils the responsibilities of the
Audit Department, scheduling and assigning work and estimating
resources/skills requirements.
- Perform
risk-based information systems audits/reviews as per the annual audit plan
or as directed by the Managing Director and/or the Board.
- Assess
risks inherent in the Company’s information systems and assist management
in development of practical action plans for controls improvement.
- Independently
communicate audit results to management and the Board to obtain commitment
to implementation of controls needed to manage risks effectively and
remain aligned to the Company’s strategy.
- Implement,
monitor and evaluate agreed processes and system controls as directed by
the Managing Director and the Board.
- Participate
in the discussions and development of the annual risk-based audit plans
specifically highlighting information security risk areas that need
attention.
- Provide
support to all Company processes to ensure the overall system audit
opinion incorporate the risks identified in the underlying information
systems.
- Ensure
that the Company’s automated systems and information technology are in
compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures and other requirements.
- Review
and recommend policies, processes and framework for managing
enterprise-wide risks to promote a risk management culture through
reporting and other internal communications.
- Provide
oversight and support to business functions and management to ensure that
risks are properly managed across the Company and branches.
- Analyze
key risks and support management to deliver adequate mitigating controls
and actions.
- Communicate
Internal Audit activities, plans and resource requirements to management
and the Board.
- Ensure
compliance with International Audit Standards.
- Manage
the internal audit department and prepare reports to the Managing Director
and the Board
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Bachelors
degree in commerce (accounting) or its equivalent from a recognized
University
- CPA
(K)
- Relevant
masters degree.
- Certified
Internal System Auditor (CISA) qualification.
- At
least 10 years experience in auditing, 5 of which must be at Senior
Management level in Systems Auditing.
- Team
player with demonstratable leadership skills.
- Be
of unquestionable integrity
- Excellent
communication and report writing skills
- Good
working knowledge of office systems software.
2. Head of ICT
Ref: HICT/02/2012
Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will have the overall management responsibility of ICT function and solutions, including implementation of an ERP system for maximum automation as well as innovation in business processes and service delivery.
Key duties and responsibilities
Ref: HICT/02/2012
Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will have the overall management responsibility of ICT function and solutions, including implementation of an ERP system for maximum automation as well as innovation in business processes and service delivery.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Provide
leadership in ICT capacity building in the Company
- Ensure
requirements for all products & services are integrated into ICT
solutions developments.
- Participate
in the formulation of the ICT strategy and roadmap.
- Contribute
in the development of the Company’s Strategic and annual plans.
- Review/improve
and implement the Company’s ICT policy
- Provide
communication network technologies in business continuity strategies
- Develop,
implement and maintain systems standards
- Carry
out gap analysis to establish areas for computerisation.
- Prepare
progress reports on the systems development.
- Evaluate
systems and ensure adherence to established performance standards.
- Design,
build & test ERP components e.g. interface, conversion and report
programs.
- Monitor
interfaces to windows 2003 server and Ms SQL 2005 Database.
- Provide
support to existing and new applications for development by creating
modifications and enhancements for ERP applications and perform high level
system design.
- Conduct
business user requirements analysis and specification.
- Advise
on computer system requirements.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities
- Degree
in Computer Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Professional
qualifications in Systems development
- A
Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Sciences or any other
related field from a recognized University.
- At
least 10 years’ experience as a systems developer or analyst in a busy IT
environment 5 of which should be at senior management level.
- Knowledge
of business strategy and project management of ICT solutions.
- Demonstrate
competence in implementation and management of an ERP system
- Experience
with MS SQL Server and Oracle databases.
- Experience
in processes and procedures management.
- Proficient
in web portal services
- Team
player with demonstratable leadership skills.
- Be
of unquestionable integrity.
- Excellent
communication and report writing skills.
An attractive salary package will be offered to the successful
candidate.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications with detailed CVs to jobs@kenyaseed.co.ke on or before Friday, 13th April 2012.
The CV must include details of your qualifications, experience, current position, telephone contact, email address, names and addresses of three referees. Your cover letter and CV should be in one file folder.
The above positions are on a 3 year contract renewable based on performance.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications with detailed CVs to jobs@kenyaseed.co.ke on or before Friday, 13th April 2012.
The CV must include details of your qualifications, experience, current position, telephone contact, email address, names and addresses of three referees. Your cover letter and CV should be in one file folder.
The above positions are on a 3 year contract renewable based on performance.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.
