NGO Jobs in Kenya - Sidai Africa

Sidai Africa Ltd is a unique company pioneering a new approach to livestock service delivery in Kenya.

The company provides high quality products and services to livestock keepers and pastoralists.

To achieve this, Sidai Africa is developing a national network of branded Livestock Service Centres franchised to qualified professionals.

Sidai centres bring veterinary, and other services, closer to small-scale farmers and pastoralists, particularly in underserved areas.

Sidai is growing fast. We now seek dynamic professionals who share Sidai’s vision and values to join this exciting and rewarding company.

1. Regional Technical Supervisors (4) – Eldoret, Isiolo, Marsabit & Turkana

Reporting to Operations Director/Regional Operations Manager

Qualifications

A degree in veterinary medicine (BVM), animal production, animal nutrition, agronomy or business degree
Able to support small businesses to profitability
Willing to travel extensively
Experience in running or managing agro-vets an advantage
Experience of farmer and pastoralist training an advantage
Strong analytical and communication skills
Empathy with rural people

Responsibilities

Identification, recruitment and support franchisees in target areas
Develop & monitor franchisee business plans
Maintain good relations with stakeholders in assigned region
Report on franchisee performance
Arrange farmer, pastoralist and franchisee training

2. Senior Financial Accountant & Credit Controller

Reporting to Finance Director

Key Tasks

Offer oversight in management of stocks in our retail outlets
Assist Operations team in review of product prices and updates into the system
Carry out margin analysis and report on products profitability
Review retail branches performances and give reports to management for decision making
Assist in implementing the credit control policy and debt management
Review bank reconciliations
Manage the branch accountants
Liaise with all franchisees for account settlements and reconciliations

Qualifications

Business related degree specializing in Accounting or Finance
Qualified holder of CPA(K) or ACCA with at least 5 years post qualification experience
A masters degree in business will be an added advantage
A registered member of ICPAK
Computer literate with hands on experience in use of an Enterprise Resource Planning tool (ERP) and Microsoft office products
Good planner, organizer and effective decision maker
Strong analytical and communication skills
Willing to travel extensively within the franchise network

3. Livestock Service Centre Attendants

Reporting to the Regional Technical Supervisor the livestock service center attendants will be based in one of the company’s own centres located in Isiolo, Marsabit or Turkana.

They will be tasked with running the day to day operations of the centre.

Qualifications;

Diploma or certificate in animal health from a recognized institution
Previous experience in working in or managing agro-vets will be an added advantage
Experience in provision of on farm extension service, farmer training, vaccination campaigns etc will be a definite advantage.
Must be computer literate.
Motor cycle license mandatory

Key Tasks

Manage the daily operation of the Livestock Service Centre.
Attend to in store and on farm clients and build a loyal client base.
Procurement and stock management
Collection of market and customer information and maintain accurate customer data.

4. Feedlot Manager

Reporting to the Operations Director the Feedlot Manager will be responsible for the operations of a planned feedlot in Isiolo for local and international markets.

Qualifications:

Qualification in animal production, animal science, farm management or agribusiness ideal
Previous experience in managing a commercial feedlot or farm

Key Tasks:

Participate in the development of the initial feedlot design and set up.
Recruit and manage feedlot staff.
Develop business plans, budgets and production schedules
Manage all daily operations
Maintain accurate records on herd performance and livestock traceability.
Play a key role in sourcing of quality and traceable animals for the feedlot and marketing of the finished stock to various target outlets .
Maintain accurate financial records, report on operational and capital expenditures