Ref: ACA/DM/7/2015
Background: Pursuant to its determination to create a favorable environment for investments to thrive, the Government of Kenya enacted the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008 being an Act of Parliament to prohibit trade in counterfeit goods.
The Act establishes the Anti-Counterfeit Agency for the purposes of
(a) enlightening and informing the public on matters relating to counterfeits;
(b) combating counterfeiting trade and other dealings in counterfeit goods in Kenya;
(c) devising and promoting training programmes on combating counterfeits;
(d) co-coordinating with national, regional or international organizations involved in combating counterfeiting.
Job Description:
The Depot Manager is responsible to the Deputy Director Enforcement & Legal Services and will inter alia be:-
Planning, coordinating and monitoring the receipt, order assembly, releasing and dispatching of suspected counterfeit goods;
Liaising with customers, and transport companies for the ferrying of ceased goods;
Ensuring efficient utilization of space and mechanical handling of equipment, ensuring quality and environmental objectives are met;
Keep stock control systems up to date and ensuring inventory accuracy;
Prepare reports and statistics on a weekly/monthly basis submitting to head of department; and
Maintaining standards of safety, health, hygiene and security in the depot
Job Specifications
The person must have:-
a Masters degree in Science, Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognised institution;
a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognised institution;
served at least six (6) years in the grade of Anti-Counterfeit Inspector 1 OR seven (7) years working experience in a comparable position;
experience in warehouse/depot management course from a recognised institution; and
must be a member of a recognised professional body.
How to Apply
Applicants to attach copies of professional, academic certificates, national identification card and other testimonials.
The application must have the daytime telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees from the applicant’s previous employers.
In addition, applicants must attach copies of clearance certificates from the following bodies:
Criminal Investigations Department.
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
Applications should be hand delivered or through post marked with clear reference to reach the undersigned by 31st July 2015 at 4.30 pm.
The Executive Director/CEO
Anti-Counterfeit Agency
Telposta Towers, 4th floor
P.O. Box 47771 GPO 00100
Nairobi
The Anti-Counterfeit Agency is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity in workforce in line with the Constitution.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing of any kind will lead to automatic disqualification.