Managing Director at Tatepa Ltd

The Managing Director will be responsible for all aspects of running Tatepa Ltd and its respective operational companies.  Whilst the key responsibility will be the business performance of the company, the operational activities will also require continual monitoring. The position will report directly to the Board of Tatepa and will have the respective business operational managers reporting to it.  The candidate will be expected to be an efficient, energetic and effective business manager with an eye for detail, and willing to take an active and vigorous approach to managing the business.

Desired Skills and Experience

1. At least five year’s experience in managing a mid- to large- size agricultural-based business.  Experience in tea, avocados or a similar business industry would be an added advantage.
2. A high level of personal integrity and energy.
3. An ability to understand all aspects of business, accounting and finance to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
4. An ability to understand and manage operational resources to achieve the highest levels of efficiency
5. Excellent leadership skills and organizational ability to align all employees with the goals of the company in order to realize maximum performance.
6. An ability to communicate and advocate effectively.  The ability to communicate in Kiswahili would be an advantage.
7. Knowledge of management principles, methods and practices to lead skilled and unskilled labor.
8. The ability and resources to live in a rural environment.

Managing Director

Tatepa Ltd