OPERATIONS DIRECTOR – GRAIN MARKETING BOARD 242 views

VACANCY
We have been retained by the Grain Marketing Board to facilitate the recruitment and selection of a self-driven and competent individual to fill the vacant position of Operations Director that has arisen within their organization.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
⦁ Promotes the interests and image of the Grain Marketing Board.
⦁ Keeps the Chief Executive Officer timeously and fully informed of conduct of the business and affairs of the Operations Division.
⦁ Ensures the implementation of the provisions of the Grain Marketing Act [Chapter 18:14] pertaining to operations of the Grain Marketing Board.
⦁ Formulates creative solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of service to the Grain Marketing Board by the Operations Division.
⦁ Ensures efficient management of the Strategic Grain Reserve.
⦁ Provides leadership to all direct reports in line with GMB Policies and Procedure Manuals.
⦁ Designs sound Divisional strategies and operational policies together with ensuring implementation thereof.
⦁ Develops quality standards for Board commodities.
⦁ Discharges service to clients through the Board’s depots in the most efficient and economical manner and in accordance with laid down standards and procedures.
⦁ Coordinates importation of grains and ensuring adherence to the distribution plan/schedule.
⦁ Prepares grains and inputs handling plans.
⦁ Keeps abreast of technological advancements and developments in the industry.
⦁ Maintains contact with the industry and other establishments whose functions and operations directly interface with the work of GMB to create fruitful partnerships.
⦁ Spearheads capital development, maintenance and repair work on all buildings and mechanical assets.
⦁ Drives the improvement of Quality Control methods.
⦁ Develops and manages the input Supply Scheme for various categories of farmers.
⦁ Prepares Divisional monthly and annual reports for the Chief Executive Officer and the Board.
⦁ Prepares and manages the divisional budget.
⦁ Performs any other work-related duties as assigned by the Superior.

JOB RELATED ATTRIBUTES
The ideal incumbent must possess the following minimum qualifications, competences, and experience:
⦁ Degree in Agriculture/ Supply Chain Management or Logistics/ Business Management/or equivalent.
⦁ A relevant professional qualification.
⦁ A Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
⦁ At least 10 years’ experience at managerial level.
⦁ Knowledge in Agriculture and Post- harvest management
⦁ Excellent knowledge in supply chain management.
⦁ Excellent knowledge in business management.