The Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute (KESERTI) is a newly established statutory body created under the Sugar Act No. 11 of 2024. Its primary mandate is to advance research, innovation, and training in Kenya’s sugar industry, thereby supporting the sector’s transformation and sustainability. The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board for the day-to-day management and administration of all the activities of the Institute. He/She will be the Head of the Secretariat, Secretary and Chief Advisor to the Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
Carrying out the day-to-day business of the Institute.
Spearheading formulation, implementation and review of the Institute’s policies, strategies, guidelines, procedures, standards, projects and programmes.
Exercising the roles of Accounting and Authorized officer.
Providing technical advice to the Cabinet Secretary on matters pertaining to Sugar Research in the area of jurisdiction.
Promoting the corporate image, ethical standards and good governance.
Ensuring Institute’s compliance with the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and other relevant legislation.
Putting in place sound strategies to ensure prudent utilization of the Institute’s assets and resources.
Ensuring preparation and implementation of annual work plans, budgets, business plans, procurement plans, performance contracts and reports.
Implementing Board’s decisions in a result-oriented and timely manner to achieve the Institute’s goals, strategic objectives and agreed performance targets.
Establishing proper internal controls and monitoring procedures.
Ensuring that there is effective communication between the management and the Board as well as between different levels of management.
Acting as the principal spokesperson of the Institute.
Managing internal multidisciplinary teams to ensure set objectives are met.
Coordinating resource mobilization to enhance realization of the strategic objectives.
Developing networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fundraising and project development within the Institute’s area of jurisdiction.
Ensuring compliance with any Government policies and regulatory guidelines and directives.
Requirements and Qualifications
Hold a doctorate degree (PhD) in agricultural studies, agronomy, plant genetics and breeding, soil science or a related field from a university recognized in Kenya.
Have at least ten (10) years’ knowledge and experience from a relevant field.
Have at least five (5) years’ experience in a position of senior management.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution (Integrity).
Appointment Terms
The appointment is for a three (3) years contract, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.
Required Documents for Successful Candidate
Clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
Clearance certificate from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct).
Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate).
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the requirements should send their application letters, together with a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials and National Identity Card/Passport via email, post office or courier services.
All applications MUST bear the Job Ref No. on the envelope or email subject line and be addressed to:
The Board ChairpersonKenya Sugar Research and Training InstituteP.O Box 44-40100KISUMU
Email Applications: Soft copies should be sent to recruitment@kesreti.org.
Deadline: All applications must be received on or before 14th April 2026 by 5.00pm.
Note: ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present original certificates during the interview.
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