About Beacon Industries
Beacon Industries is a food and beverage manufacturing company that produces packaged fruit juices, bottled water, and dairy products for the Kenyan market and for export to six East African countries. The factory, located in Thika, employs over 1,100 workers and operates three production lines running twenty hours a day, six days a week. Beacon was founded in 2007 and has built a distribution network that reaches supermarkets, kiosks, and wholesalers across all forty-seven counties. The company holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications for food safety management.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for designing and implementing training programmes, conducting training needs assessments, and evaluating the effectiveness of learning interventions. The role involves working with department heads to identify skill gaps, developing training curricula, and delivering sessions on topics such as leadership, communication, compliance, and technical skills. You will manage the training budget, coordinate with external trainers and training providers, and maintain training records for audit and compliance purposes. The position also involves supporting the performance management process, coaching managers on how to conduct effective appraisals, and helping to develop individual development plans for high-potential employees. Experience in e-learning platform management and blended learning design is an advantage.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Beacon Industries offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
