Vacancies at Kenya Tea Development Agency (MS) Ltd

Position scope

Reporting to the Security Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the Security Risk Management services in the Tea Factory companies Ltd. within the region under deployment by conducting both on-site and off-site security operations as well as safeguarding of Core Sites and Shareholder Assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing support for day-to-day operational management and best practices to the organization’s management on security policy and practices
• Directing, developing, and implementing policies, procedures, standards, training and methods for identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, facilities, operations, or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, tampering, sabotage or loss
• Managing strategic-level services, including, but not limited to, access control, incident detection and mitigation, communication and awareness, delivery functions, theft and property and deterrence functions
• Providing day-to-day guidance and management on investigation tasks by liaising with law enforcement and other internal stakeholders
• Conducting annual on-site/off-site security surveys at sites to ensure ongoing compliance to security standards, policies and procedures
• Developing, implementing and sustaining security-related training sessions for employees regarding fraud loss prevention, cyber security etc., so as to expand awareness of security standards, policies and procedures
• Managing, monitoring and evaluating site performance and other compliance activities pertaining standards on key security issues and programs and recommending corrective action as per standard operating procedures.
• Administering and implementing all audit programs for the management of access control systems, including access authorization and deletions, end user permissions, system administration, alarm configuration etc.
• Managing and providing guidance to the site security staff (Security Supervisors and site security teams) in identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining security processes across Core Sites to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and limit exposure to liability resulting to reduction of financial loss to the organization
• Developing and sustaining close partnerships with other relevant departments (e.g., HR, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Operations, Technical Services) so as to develop a continuous comprehensive security risk management plan
• Developing and sustaining close partnerships with external stakeholders i.e. Law enforcement, regulatory bodies etc.
• Preparing based information, statistics and summary reports for dissemination to stakeholders at different levels in KTDA for continuous improvement of the organization’s Security Risk Management Framework, while at the same time manage all sensitive investigation-related information in accordance with appropriate confidentiality procedures. 

Qualifications/Skills/Experience 

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Security, Risk Management, Criminology or any other discipline related to Security Management from a recognized institution
• Must possess a Diploma in security management or related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Professional courses in security management is an added advantage
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification or any other security proficiency certification from a recognized institution is an added advantage
• Minimum of 7 years of security experience in an organization of similar scale with KTDA, with at least four years at a supervisory level.
• Must know the use of MS Office packages

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Position scope

Reporting to the Manager, Head Office & Subsidiaries Audit, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing audits, as well as preparing audit reports for the KTDA group of companies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participating in developing and implementing audit plans for the KTDA group of companies
• Assisting in setting of audit objectives
• Preparing of the audit programme
• Guiding, supervising and reviewing of audit work during assignments
• Identifying and prioritizing the audit work not done
• Discussing audit findings with client managers and recommending corrective action where necessary
• Conducting preliminary reviews prior to the external audit
• Performing post-audit follow-up to determine extent of implementation of audit recommendations
• Carrying out investigative and ad-hoc audit assignments
• Maintaining internal control systems by updating audit programs and questionnaires; recommending new policies and procedures
• Communicating audit findings by preparing a final report
• Assisting the Manager in administrative duties
• Obtaining management concerns on various risks 

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Bachelors’ degree in Finance /Accounting or the equivalent from a recognized Institution
• Masters in in Finance /Accounting or the equivalent will be an added advantage, from a recognized Institution
• Must have a Professional qualification in CPA (K) /ACCA or equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Must be a member of ICPAK and in good standing.
• A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in internal audit
• Should have thorough knowledge of the relevant industry/sector as well as knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting the group
• Must have ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate assigned goals
• Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and work under strict deadlines
• Should have strong analytical skills and be result oriented
• Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice
• Must be capable of functioning effectively both as a team player and a team leader
• Must have management skills
• Must have ability to accurately plan work assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Should have problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Should be an effective communicator with the ability to handle both internal and external communication
• Should have effective people management and conflict resolution skills.
• Must know use of MS Office packages

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Position scope

Reporting to the Senior Auditor-Tea Factories Co. Ltd, the successful candidates will be responsible for executing the audit plan by carrying out audit procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned audits as per department’s policies, procedures and best practices
• Ensuring compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
• Discussing audit findings with the respective manager/Head of Department and recommending corrective actions/control enhancements where necessary
• Compiling draft reports
• Performing post-audit follow-up after submission of reports to determine the extent of implementation of audit recommendations
• Discussing audit follow-up reports with the Head of Department on any pending audit recommendations
• Researching on best practices & emerging issues
• Carrying out investigative and ad-hoc audit assignments
• Preparing work papers and weekly reports 

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting or related field from a recognised institution
• Must possess professional qualifications from a recognised institution
• Must be a member of ICPAK and in good standing.
• Minimum of four (4) years internal or external audit experience
• Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice
• Must demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Must be a team player who can work cordially in teams
• Must demonstrate ability to multitask
• Must demonstrate commitment to operational effectiveness
• Should have the ability to solve problems by applying relevant business knowledge
• Should demonstrate professional expertise in the relevant work area
• Must have the ability to communicate for both written and oral communication
• Must be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals
• Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages.