Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...
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This role requires a combination of horticultural expertise, strong management skills, and hands-on experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the overall health and productivity of the orchard, ensuring the efficient and sustainable production of high-quality fruit. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in avocado cultivation and harvesting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing all aspects of avocado tree care, including planting, pruning, fertilization, and irrigation.
- Monitoring tree health and implementing pest and disease control measures
- Developing and implementing production plans to maximize yield and quality.
- Supervising and training orchard staff and Scheduling work assignments and ensuring efficient operations.
- Managing irrigation systems and other farm equipment.
- Seed selection and propagation: Overseeing the selection of healthy seeds and the propagation of avocado seedlings.
- Grafting and budding: Managing the grafting process to ensure the production of high-quality, disease-resistant trees.
- Nursery maintenance: Maintaining optimal growing conditions in the nursery, including irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.
- Site preparation: Planning and executing site preparation, including soil testing, land clearing, and terracing.
- Planting layout: Designing and implementing optimal planting layouts to maximize orchard productivity.
Qualifications:
- Minimum degree in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field is often preferred.
- Extensive experience in orchard management, preferably with avocados – Above 8years.
- Strong knowledge of avocado cultivation practices.
- Ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Knowledge of irrigation systems, pest management, and fertilization techniques.
- Ability to operate and maintain farm equipment.
- Strong understanding of budgeting and financial controls.
- Practical knowledge of good agricultural practices.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
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The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the sales and after-sales/technical service teams across three subsidiaries (Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, with possible expansion into Zambia). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial equipment sales, experience leading multi-country teams, and a track record of business growth in subsidiaries. Experience working in an International set up is essential!
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute in developing and execute a regional business strategy to drive revenue growth and profitability.
- Expand market share within vertical sectors (with particular attention to food, beverage, pharma, chemicals, oil, tobacco, cement and construction industries.
- Lead and manage the regional sales teams to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Oversee pricing, sales strategies, and contract negotiations.
- Optimize service operations, including spare parts supply and maintenance efficiency.
- Ensure teams are properly trained and equipped to handle technical support and installations.
- Foster a collaborative and results-driven company culture across all subsidiaries.
- Manage P&L responsibilities for the region, ensuring profitability and cost control.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and business plans.
- Oversee operational efficiency, ensuring smooth logistics, inventory, and distribution.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a General Manager, Country Manager, or Regional Manager role, overseeing sales and service operations in multiple countries.
- Strong background in industrial equipment sales (coding & marking, inspection & control, labelling, industrial software).
- Demonstrated success in scaling business operations and driving revenue growth.
- Deep understanding of East African markets, with experience working in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zambia.
- Strong ability to negotiate with clients, manage key accounts, and develop new business.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of food & beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, chemicals, or oil industries.
- Technical understanding of industrial equipment and after-sales service management.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and P&L management.
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The Successful candidate will Lead to oversee and manage the program’s financial operations, and partnership governance initiatives. Also, the candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of these critical areas within the program. The ideal candidate should possess experience in the NGO Sector and demonstrate proficiency in managing Revolving Funds.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Prepare financial reports and analysis for management review.
- Monitor cash flow and financial performance, identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Build capacity in Finance teams.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Assist in negotiation and management of partnership agreements, contracts, and service level agreements.
- Ensure compliance with partnership terms, managing risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve mutual goals.
- Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal teams and external partners.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, mandatory.
- MBA or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPA (K) or ACCA Finalist)
- Proven experience in finance, human resources, and strategic partnership management roles, preferably in a similar industry or sector.
- 10+ years financial leadership experience in an organization.
- 8+ years managing a complex collocated team of more than 15+ individuals.
- 5+ years leading a department or organization with a budget of more than 5 Million dollars annually.
- 5+ years Partnership management with demonstrated ability to assess partnership performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions.
- Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems.
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This role is critical in ensuring efficient stock tracking, accurate record-keeping, and seamless order fulfilment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all physical stock at the company stockroom, including finished products, fabrics, and trims.
- Track and monitor stock levels at all retail locations to ensure optimal inventory availability.
- Keeping track of office cleaning products and other consumables, communicating when they need to be replenished.
- Prepare and dispatch stock deliveries to retail outlets and customers, both locally and internationally.
- Coordinate with logistics partners, including company riders, Wells Fargo for domestic shipments, and DHL for international deliveries.
- Assist in direct customer interactions at the workshop, providing exceptional service.
- Represent the company at pop-up events and craft fairs, engaging with customers and managing the stall.
Qualifications & Skills
- A relevant bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in stock control, inventory management, or a similar role within retail or manufacturing.
- Proficiency in inventory management systems and strong analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
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The successful candidate must have at least 5 years Managerial experience in a high end Lodge or Tented Camp, be a strong leader and very customer oriented. He/she will be responsible for managing the camps guest experience, front-of-house management, monitoring standards throughout the lodge, marketing, reservations, operations, human resources, repairs & maintenance, staff training, profitability and conservation liaison.
Key Responsibilities
- Day to day running of the camp and ensure all operational areas are functioning
- Maintain effective communication, at all times, with the team & head office
- Be accountable for all relevant Product delivery and Stock management
- Commercial accountability for Budgeting and Financial Management
- Monitor and oversee Maintenance issues
- Prepare Monthly Management reports
- Complete weekly rotas for the team and maintain correct staffing level at all times
- Ensure Health and safety/fire checks are carried out, as required
- Ensure Overall property appearance is pristine at all times
- Resolve and handle Guest complaints
Qualifications/Key skills
- Hotel Management degree/diploma from a reputable institution
- Over 5 years of experience in a 5 Star Lodge or Tented camp
- Very good computer skills – MS Office Suite
- Excellent Communication and People skills
- Hands on and Problem solver
- Leadership and Management skills
- Be a good motivator
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