Pest Control Products Board Chief Executive Officer / Secretary Job in Kenya

Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) 

Chief Executive Officer / Secretary

Ref: PCPB/1/CEO/2013

The PCPB is a statutory organization under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries with a mandate to assess, evaluate and register Pest Control Products and to regulate the importation, storage, distribution, sales, use and disposal of the same.

This position calls for high-level maturity and ability to effectively interact and operate and management and Board level, to realize PCPB's vision: "To be a world-class regulatory agency for pest control products." 
 

Job Profile

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer/Secretary will be responsible for:

• Implementing and monitoring decisions of the Board of Directors and appraising the Board on the progress;
• Spearheading reviews and implementation of PCPB Strategic Plan and ensuring its compliance with Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Strategic Plan and Kenya Vision 2030, policy guidelines;
• Planning, directing and coordinating the administrative and office support functions of the organization;
• Providing leadership in change management;
• Developing and recommending to the Board the long-term strategy, business plans, operational manuals, annual operating budgets and establishing proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures;
• Coordinating and preparing business related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the Board;
• Providing leadership to the employees and attending the human resource matters including organizational structures, appointments, welfare, training, industrial relations, separation and effective management of succession plans;
• Ensuring continuous achievement of the Boards financial and operation goals and objectives.
• Maintaining a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivation employees.
• Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship;
• Any other responsibility necessary for the achievement of the Boards objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master of Science degree from a recognized University in the fields of:- agriculture, plant pathology, crop protection, environmental health, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry, veterinary medicine, livestock production, toxicology, entomology, weed science or any other related field.
• A PhD degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Served for a minimum period of 15 years of which 10 must have been in a senior management position in an organization dealing with pest control products.
• Understanding of multilateral agreements and conventions relating to pesticides and knowledge of regional and international treaties and conventions applicable to pesticide regulation
• Knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing, sale or distribution of pest control products.
• Experience in formulation and executing of policy and strategy to meet stakeholder expectations and customer needs.
• A member of a professional body in the area of specialization.
• Proficient in ICT with ability to use  it in improving business operations
• Self-driven and with impeccable integrity and honesty in line with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Demonstrated administrative capability required for formulation of national policies and good interpersonal relations;
• International business exposure/experience and working in ISO certified environment

Other Requirements

• A Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID);
• A Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education loans Board (HELB);
• A Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
• A Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to think strategically;
• Knowledge and experience of Kenya Labour Laws;
• Knowledge of Performance Based Management;
• Proven leadership skills and a lead a dynamic team;
• Be a team player, effective supervisory, negotiation, analytical, employee relations, excellent planning and organization, mentoring, coaching and strong interpersonal and management skills.

The Offer

This is a challenging and an extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a change in the regulation and registration of pesticides. 

The position has an attractive salary and benefit package that is commensurate with the individual skill, competencies and experience.

Candidates who meet the above criteria are advised to submit a soft copy application, detailed curriculum vitae and any other testimonials on or before 15th November 2013 to be emailed to: chairperson@pcpb.or.ke or deliver hard copies with the envelope clearly marked Ref: PCPB/1/CEO/2013 to the office of: 

The Chairperson,
Pest Control Products Board,
Waiyaki Way, Westlands
P. O. Box 13794 – 00800
Nairobi.

Website: www.pcpb.or.ke 

PCPB is an equal opportunity employer.

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.