We are seeking a highly capable, hands-on Project Lead to design, implement, and operationalize a cocopeat production facility in Kilifi County.
This is not an advisory or strategy role.We are looking for someone whcan build, commission, and stabilize operations within 12 months
Duties and Responsibilities:
Facility & Operations Setup
Oversee equipment procurement, installation, and commissioning
Design production workflow and plant layout
Develop SOPs and quality assurance systems
Recruit and train initial operations team
Product & Market Development
Define product specifications for Kenyan greenhouse operators
Conduct product trials with horticulture clients
Support early customer onboarding and commercial agreements
Develop cost structure and pricing model
Establish packaging and logistics processes
Financial & Performance Management
Develop operating budgets and working capital model
Implement KPI tracking (yield, throughput, cost per m3, rejection rates)
Drive production economics tcommercial viability
Raw Material & Supply Chain Optimization
Design efficient husk collection and internal transport systems
Ensure consistent raw material quality
Optimize waste utilization
Qualifications:
7 - 10+ years' experience in agro-processing, light manufacturing, or horticultural input production
Demonstrated experience setting up, commissioning, or scaling a production facility
Strong operational execution capability
Commercial mindset with ability tengage sophisticated B2B customers
Willingness tbe physically be present in Kilifi during implementation
Experience in cocopeat production or horticultural substrates is an advantage, but not mandatory.