| Qualification Type | Qualification Description |
|---|---|
| ACADEMIC | Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal Science, Manufacture Science, Material Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution |
| ACADEMIC | Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Leather Technology, Leather Science, Animal Science, Manufacture Science, Material Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution |
| COMPETENCIES | Proficiency in Computer Applications |
| EXPERIENCE | Have minimum period of ten (10) years’ work experience, four (4) of which should have been in Senior Management of a public or private institution |
| MEMBERSHIP | Be a member in good standing of a relevant professional body where applicable |
| SHORT COURSES | Have a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution |
| Responsibility Description |
|---|
| 1. Identifying, developing and managing MSMEs leather clusters; |
| 2. Developing and revision of standards in the leather sector in collaboration with KeBS; |
| 3. Sensitizing standards implementation and compliance; |
| 4. Promoting innovation, product development and branding; |
| 5. Initiating and periodically review leather sector policies; |
| 6. Creating, maintaining and periodically update leather sector databank; |
| 7. Collaborating with County Governments and other Agencies on hides and skins quality improvement; |
| 8. Registration of leather sector players, (Tanneries, exporters/importers, manufacturers, accessories and chemical suppliers ); |
| 9. Inspecting and verifying of imports and exports; |
| 10. Developing of market linkages and access; and |
| 11. Ensuring appropriate environmental management systems is in place. |