The Board of Directors wishes to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director. We are looking for a person to lead the organization to realize SonySugar's vision "To be the leading world-class manufacturer of preferred sugar and associated products for the delight of customers. The Successful Person shall serve on Contract Terms for three (3) years renewable once subject to performance. The Chief Executive Officer will report to the Board of Directors.
The Chief Executive Officer's Role will be:
- Ensure the business operating results meet shareholders' targets and expectations
- Lead implementation and review of Corporate Policies and strategies in line with Corporate Vision, Mission, and Values. Develop and advise the Board of Directors on long-term strategies and business plans besides annual operating and capital budgets and establishing internal monitoring and control systems and procedures to ensure the realization of business goals Ensure continuous improvements in the quality of services and products provided by the Company.
- Ensure prudent management of business risks and accountability for corporate resources.
- Inculcate a high-performing operational culture and ensure SonySugar operates on sound management and good corporate governance principles and practices.
- Oversee the development and retention of adequate and motivated human resources in line with best practices for the business and overall corporate growth.
- Ensure effective communication between management and the Board as well as between different levels of management.
Qualifications and experience:
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Agricultural field, Business Administration, Social Science, or Economics from a recognized university
A Master's degree in any of the following fields, Engineering, Agriculture, Marketing and Business Administration, economics, or any relevant field from a recognized university.
• Possession of a minimum of Fifteen (15) years relevant experience, Ten (10) of which must be at a senior management level in a reputable organization.
Membership of a professional body (where applicable).
• Proficiency in ICT and working knowledge of an ERP system.
• Experience working in an ISO-certified environment.
• Knowledge of Kenyan Labor Laws and Corporate Governance will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of Performance-Based Management
Should meet requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution of 2010 (The Clearance documents are not mandatory at the point of application but will be required at the appropriate point in the recruitment process).
Application Method
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae indicating current position, qualifications, work experience, current and expected remuneration, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials, copy of national identity card, names of at least three (3) referees, and daytime telephone contact should be addressed to the contact below. Applications should be sent by registered mail, courier, or hand delivered to SonySugar Headquarters, Sare-Awendo along Kisii-Migori Road, or sent via email to md.re-cruitment@sonysugar.co.ke to reach the Chairman's Office on or before Tuesday, 19, December 2023 at 05.00 p.m.
THE CHAIRMAN
SOUTH NYANZA SUGAR COMPANY LIMITED
P.O. BOX 107 - 40405 SARE-AWENDO
Sony Sugar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified persons Irrespective of Gender, Race, Ethnicity, Religion, Culture, or Disability are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to disqualification.