RE-Advertisement Production Coordinator at We World

Role Profile:

We are seeking to recruit a Production Coordinator to join the Artisans team based out of our Mara location, with occasional travel to Nairobi. The successful candidate would be working closely with our artisans by overseeing the production of Me to WE jewellery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the distribution of jewellery inputs that go into communities and the Empowerment Center (EC)
• Manage and oversee the collection of finished jewellery products that come from communities and the Empowerment Center (EC)
• Work closely with the Community Mobilizer and Production and Quality Control Assistant to ensure production targets are met to hit our deadlines
• Daily efficiency tracking and quality control
• Work order reconciliation
  • Assist with the collection of orders/receiving of orders in community & EC.
  • Ensure that the quality control standards have been met
  • Record the daily production numbers and compile payment sheets.
  • Keep all documents up to date
• Provide daily update to Production Manager on production status
• Work closely with the production manager on the production planning and execution
• Comply with Quality Standards and established policies and/or procedures
• Create professional, but very friendly relationships with the Artisans
• Perform other related duties as required
• Act as a role model and representative of Me to We Artisans and be able to speak about it effectively to guests and other team members.
• Work above and beyond regular working hours depending on schedule, this includes Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays as needed.

Key Areas of Success:

• Passion for social change and shared organizational values
• Thrives in a fast-pace, entrepreneurial environment
• Positive and professional attitude and ability to work as a team player
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable lifting and organizing boxes up to 50lbs
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Exceptional communication skills in English (oral and written), as well as strong writing skills
• Resourceful, self-motivated and energetic
• Demonstrated flexibility and initiative, particularly when faced with challenges

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Diploma / Degree in any related course
• 2 plus years of experience in a similar role
• Strong computer skills – proficient in Microsoft word, excel, and database management
• Fluent in English and Swahili. Knowledge of Kalenjin (Kipsigi) desired, but not necessary.