Job Openings at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities.

• Manage and deliver impact data requirements for investors, the Board, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee data quality control processes and implement continuous improvements.
• Develop and integrate new impact data sources to strengthen reporting and insights.
• Maintain and manage financial, impact, and operational data within the company’s AWS-based data warehouse, MySQL, and ReTool systems.
• Expand and enhance data collection from internal digital sources to support comprehensive reporting.
• Develop, update, and maintain Power BI dashboards and visualisations for management, shareholders, and lenders.
• Translate data requests into actionable analyses—from scoping and extraction to cleaning, validation, and presentation.
• Proactively identify data quality issues and clearly communicate their impact to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support subsidiaries by devolving routine Power BI report preparation and providing skills transfer and coaching to local teams.
• Document and standardise best practices for data collection, cleaning, and reporting to ensure long-term data consistency across all subsidiaries.

Key Qualifications.

• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience of data management, quality control and collection.
• Demonstrated ability to manage data projects end-to-end — from scoping requirements to designing analytical solutions and communicating results.
• Strong critical thinking skills — able to question assumptions, validate data sources, and explain findings and limitations clearly.
• Experience of working with databases, (My)SQL or related, Python and other programming languages.
• Experience of working with data visualisation software such as Tableau or Microsoft PowerBI.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to train/coach staff in subsidiary businesses.

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• The role involves managing the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, overseeing payroll, and maintaining full compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive finance professional with strong leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities.

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate financial transactions.
• Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring statutory compliance.
• Maintain and update financial policies and internal control procedures.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns such as PAYE, VAT, NSSF, and NHIF.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Support department heads with financial insights and cost control.
• Coordinate audits and provide required documentation to auditors.

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in hospitality or tourism.
• Proven experience in payroll administration and statutory compliance.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a finance team.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.

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Key Requirements.

• Financial Planning and Strategy: Lead the company’s financial planning process, including preparing budgets and forecasts, and building and maintaining financial models to enable strategic decision making.
• Performance Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports on performance and cash flow.
• Operational Control: Monitor expenditures and analyze cost savings and efficiencies
• Performance analysis: Avocado sales and harvest tracking, analysis and reporting.
• Packhouse analysis: Analyse and monitor the performance of the company’s packing facility.
• Accounting & Audit: Oversight of the monthly accounting and bookkeeping, management accounts preparation and processes. Oversight of the audit.
• ERP Systems: Work on the implementation and running of a new ERP system.
• Training and Development: Training and sharing of knowledge and skills with the current finance team, including a Finance Manager and Accounts Assistant, to ensure the team is highly capable and effective.
• Management Engagement: Working with the company’s senior management and shareholders to provide them with the financial information and tools they require.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure the company’s financial practices are carried out with high levels of good governance, and to develop and improve them.

Key Qualifications.

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar position, and 10 years’ experience in finance Accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA).
• Highly computer literate, with expertise in Excel.
• Extensive experience with ERP and accounting software systems.
• Previous experience in agriculture and/or retail or distribution is an added advantage.
• Self-confident, conscientious, and highly organized with excellent written and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Able to act independently, take responsibility, and work with a team.
• Sound integrity.

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The role requires strong leadership, advanced project management expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project outcomes. The ideal candidate will excel in managing complex technical projects, driving execution, and maintaining alignment with both technical and executive stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities.

• Lead end-to-end project management for a mission-critical software development project
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation frameworks
• Coordinate effectively with developers, QA teams, executives, and external vendors
• Manage and motivate project teams to achieve milestones and maintain high performance
• Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure proactive issue resolution
• Maintain strict control over project scope, budget, timelines, and deliverables
• Oversee software testing, validation, and quality assurance to meet performance and security standards
• Implement Agile/Scrum methodologies to support iterative development and continuous improvement
• Develop and execute project rollout plans with internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary liaison for project communications, providing regular progress updates to all stakeholders

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 6+ years of project management experience, including at least 3 years managing software development projects
• Proven track record of delivering enterprise-level software solutions successfully
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing third-party vendors
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, DevOps, and modern software development practices
• Familiarity with contemporary software architecture and integration approaches
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Trello, MS Project, or similar
• Strong technical understanding of SDLC, APIs, integration processes, and software delivery workflows
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile Certified Practitioner are preferred

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Key Responsibilities.

• Inspect and test construction materials such as concrete, steel, and raw materials to verify compliance with quality standards
• Conduct laboratory and field tests to assess material strength, durability, and safety
• Monitor and enforce quality control procedures throughout production processes
• Review project plans, specifications, and standards to understand required quality benchmarks
• Document test results, inspection details, and deviations in clear and accurate reports
• Identify defects or non-conformities and recommend corrective actions
• Collaborate with engineers, production teams, and project managers to resolve quality issues
• Ensure compliance with civil engineering standards, regulations, and safety codes
• Prepare detailed quality reports summarizing findings and recommendations
• Maintain QC testing equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 1–3 years of experience in quality control, ideally within civil engineering or construction
• Hands-on experience with materials testing (concrete, cement, and other product raw materials)
• Ability to analyze test results, identify issues, and recommend improvements
• Familiarity with QC testing equipment and measurement tools used in civil engineering
• Proficiency in quality analysis tools, MS Excel, and report-writing software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD-generated plans
• Experience with QC or material testing software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, concrete/soil testing apps, etc.)
• Knowledge of ERP systems, data analysis techniques, and document control systems is an advantage

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The role involves providing technical leadership, managing a development team, overseeing system architecture, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive innovation and collaboration across teams.

Key Responsibilities.

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of software developers, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and documentation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define technical requirements, architecture, and delivery timelines
• Conduct regular code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality control
• Manage technical risks, resolve complex challenges, and ensure delivery of project milestones
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend enhancements that improve performance, scalability, and security
• Ensure proper implementation of CI/CD, DevOps practices, and version control processes

Key Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of professional software development experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or lead developer role
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments and using project management tools
• Strong background in system architecture, design patterns, and scalable system development
• Proficiency in modern frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js)
• Strong backend development experience with languages such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, or Java
• Expertise in microservices architecture and API development
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps methodologies, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database technologies