Leather Technicians

Kenya Leather Development Council (KLDC) is a State Corporation established by the Government of Kenya under the Kenya Leather Development Council Order, 2011 (Legal Notice No. 114 of 9th September, 2011), under the State Corporations Act (Cap.446), Laws of Kenya. The Council was instituted as a Specialized agency to drive the Government’s agenda on the development leather industry. To achieve this, the Council is expected to regulate and facilitate the growth of the industry.

LEATHER TECHNICIAN (2 Positions)

GROSS SALARY KSHS. 54,507
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT – PERMANENT & PENSIONABLE
Grade Grade 9
Directorate Technical Services
Location / Work Station
Training and Production Centre for Shoe Industry (TPCSI), Thika and Kariokor Common Manufacturing Facility (KCMF)
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Leather Industrial Development Officer (LIDO)
Direct Reports None
Indirect Reports None

Job Purpose

This is the entry level for technicians into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

1. Undertaking training in footwear and leather goods manufacturing;
2. Preparing training materials;
3. Participating in continuous evaluation of the trained artisans/entrepreneurs;
4. Carrying out production operations processes;
5. Carrying out service and minor maintenance works for the machines;
6. Reporting on service, maintenance and safety incidences.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic Qualifications / Professional Qualifications

• Have a Certificate in Leather Craft or Trade Test from a recognized institution

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

i. Demonstrate hands-on-skills in leather works
ii. Problem solving skills
iii. Decision making skills
iv. Communication skills
v. Creativity and innovation
vi. Integrity