Chief Executive Officer - Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute (KESERTI), Kisumu
About KESERTI
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.
Job Purpose
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.
Key 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
- Establishing proper internal controls and monitoring procedures
- Ensuring effective communication between management and Board
- Acting as the principal spokesperson of the Institute
- Managing internal multidisciplinary teams
- Coordinating resource mobilization
- Developing networks and partnerships with development partners
- Ensuring compliance with Government policies and regulatory guidelines
Person Specifications
- Education: Doctorate degree in agricultural studies, agronomy, plant genetics and breeding, soil science or a related field from a university recognized in Kenya
- Experience: At least ten years' knowledge and experience from a relevant field
- Management Experience: At least five years' experience in a position of senior management
- Other: Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Duration of Appointment
Three (3) year contract, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the above requirements should send their application letters, together with detailed curriculum vitae (CV), certified copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials and National Identity Card/Passport via email, post office or courier services.
Important: All applications must bear the Job Ref No. on the envelope or Subject window on the email and addressed to:
The Board Chairperson
Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute
P.O Box 44-40100
KISUMU
Soft copy applications to be sent HERE
Deadline: All applications must be received on or before April 14, 2026 by 5:00pm
Note: ONLY Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to present their original Academic and professional certificates and testimonials during the interview.
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)
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