The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) continues to play a central role in the management and development of Kenya’s tea industry, supporting smallholder farmers through efficient production systems, value chain optimization, and sustainable agricultural practices. As part of its ongoing operational expansion and strategic transformation agenda, KTDA is seeking to recruit qualified, competent, and results-oriented professionals to fill several key positions within its organization and its subsidiary, Greenland Fedha Plc.
These vacancies present an opportunity for professionals to engage in high-impact roles spanning corporate governance, forestry and environmental management, and financial services leadership. The roles are designed to support KTDA’s commitment to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability across its diverse portfolio.
The organization is inviting applications for the following positions:
- Assistant Secretary – Two (2) Positions
- Forester – One (1) Position
- Head of Credit, Greenland Fedha Plc – One (1) Position
Each role is outlined in detail below, including position scope and comprehensive job responsibilities.
Assistant Secretary – Two (2) Positions
Position Overview
The Assistant Secretary role is positioned within the corporate governance function of KTDA and plays a critical role in supporting board operations, statutory compliance, and organizational governance processes. Reporting to the Assistant Secretary (Supervisory), the position is responsible for delivering professional company secretarial services and facilitating the effective execution of board and management meetings.
The role is central to ensuring that governance structures operate efficiently, regulatory obligations are met, and corporate documentation is accurately maintained and disseminated.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Secretary will be responsible for a broad range of governance and administrative functions, including but not limited to:
- Attending and providing secretarial support during Board of Directors meetings, Annual General Meetings (AGMs), Special Meetings, and other management-level engagements within the KTDA Group and its associated entities.
- Coordinating the preparation, structuring, and issuance of statutory notices and meeting agendas to ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and timelines.
- Recording, compiling, and ensuring the timely preparation and distribution of accurate minutes for all board and management meetings, maintaining a clear audit trail of deliberations and decisions.
- Maintaining company statutory records and ensuring that all corporate record books are kept in proper order, updated regularly, and safeguarded in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Supporting electoral processes for factory boards and affiliated KTDA entities, including coordination with internal departments to facilitate transparent and compliant elections.
- Supervising the vetting and validation of power of attorney documentation during director elections to ensure authenticity and compliance with legal frameworks.
- Participating in the planning, coordination, and execution of director training programs across KTDA-managed tea factory companies, enhancing governance capacity and board effectiveness.
- Assisting in the compilation, verification, publication, and distribution of annual reports and financial statements to shareholders, ensuring alignment with reporting standards and deadlines.
- Collaborating with finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure all governance documentation reflects accurate organizational data and complies with statutory obligations.
- Supporting inter-departmental coordination on governance-related matters to ensure seamless communication and alignment across business units.
This role requires a high level of discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple governance processes concurrently within a structured corporate environment.
Forester – One (1) Position
Position Overview
The Forester role is a technical and operational position within KTDA’s sustainability and resource management function. Reporting to the Wood Fuel and Development Manager, the position is responsible for overseeing wood fuel projects, ensuring sustainable forestry practices, and supporting the development and management of forest resources across KTDA factories.
The role contributes significantly to KTDA’s environmental sustainability objectives by ensuring that forestry initiatives are economically viable, environmentally compliant, and aligned with long-term resource planning strategies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Forester will undertake a wide range of responsibilities focused on forestry management, project oversight, and technical support, including:
- Supervising the implementation and management of wood fuel projects across KTDA factories, ensuring adherence to approved plans and sustainability guidelines.
- Developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks for forest resources and factory tree farms to track performance, growth patterns, and resource utilization.
- Coordinating feasibility studies and economic analyses for proposed forestry and wood fuel projects to assess viability and inform investment decisions.
- Participating in the review and enhancement of land acquisition and procurement procedures for forestry projects to ensure compliance with legal and environmental standards.
- Monitoring financial controls and economic indicators associated with wood fuel initiatives to ensure cost efficiency and optimal resource allocation.
- Preparing detailed, timely, and accurate reports on project performance, highlighting key findings, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
- Conducting research on improved tree species and clones with enhanced growth characteristics and higher calorific value to support efficient energy use.
- Identifying and engaging strategic partners in forestry and wood fuel management to strengthen project implementation and sustainability outcomes.
- Ensuring strict compliance with environmental health and safety standards across all forestry operations and project sites.
- Providing technical advisory support to KTDA factories and contracted firewood farmers on best practices in forestry management and sustainable resource utilization.
This role demands strong analytical capability, environmental awareness, and the ability to integrate technical forestry knowledge with project management and stakeholder engagement.
Head of Credit, Greenland Fedha Plc – One (1) Position
Position Overview
The Head of Credit role is a senior leadership position within Greenland Fedha Plc, a KTDA subsidiary. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the role is responsible for the strategic direction, governance, and performance of the organization’s entire credit function.
The position plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective credit risk management, maintaining portfolio quality, and aligning lending operations with business growth objectives while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Head of Credit will oversee the full credit lifecycle and provide strategic leadership across all credit-related operations, including:
- Formulating, implementing, and continuously reviewing the organization’s credit policies to ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory frameworks, including Central Bank of Kenya guidelines.
- Developing and executing comprehensive credit strategies that support sustainable portfolio growth while maintaining acceptable risk levels.
- Leading credit forecasting processes and monitoring credit performance metrics to inform strategic decision-making and operational planning.
- Designing and implementing robust credit risk assessment methodologies, including credit scoring models, vetting procedures, and risk evaluation frameworks.
- Ensuring effective internal controls and risk management systems are in place to mitigate credit exposure and safeguard the organization’s financial position.
- Overseeing compliance with all internal credit policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements governing lending activities.
- Managing customer financing solutions for both working capital and capital expenditure needs, ensuring that credit products are appropriately structured and profitable.
- Optimizing credit scoring strategies across different business segments to enhance portfolio performance and risk segmentation.
- Conducting regular credit portfolio reviews, analyzing trends, and identifying emerging risks to inform proactive risk mitigation strategies.
- Contributing to the development and review of pricing structures for credit products, ensuring competitiveness and profitability.
- Liaising with Credit Reference Bureaus to assess borrower creditworthiness and reporting non-performing loans in compliance with industry standards.
- Overseeing credit appraisal processes, reviewing and approving credit proposals from branches and other business units.
- Developing and implementing recovery strategies for non-performing loans to improve portfolio quality and reduce financial losses.
- Preparing detailed management reports on loan performance, portfolio trends, and risk indicators to support executive decision-making.
This role requires a strong blend of strategic leadership, financial acumen, and deep expertise in credit risk management within regulated financial environments.
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their applications through the official KTDA recruitment portal.
