General Secretary

**DUE: 05 NOV 2026,** (Close of Business) **National Employment Council** for the Detergents, Edible Oils & Fats Industry GENERAL SECRETARY **BACKGROUND** The National Employment Council (NEC) for the Detergents, Edible Oils and Fats Industry is seeking to recruit a dynamic and visionary leader to fill the position of General Secretary. The position reports to the Chairperson of the Council **KEY PORTFOLIO ACCOUNTABILITIES** 1. Administering the affairs of the Council. 2. Leading the Secretariat in strategy execution. 3. Coordinating all Council meetings and taking minutes. 4. Tracking and Implementing Council resolutions. 5. Leading Dispute Prevention and Resolution within the industry. 6. Facilitating and coordinating Learning and Development Programmes. 7. Driving membership growth and retention. 8. Overseeing Financial Management, budgeting, reporting and record keeping. 9. Ensuring full compliance of the NEC with all mandatory requirements. 10.Stakeholder Relations Management. **THE IDEAL CANDIDATE** 1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) or relevant Masters equivalent. 2. First Degree in Social Sciences, Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or comparable equivalent. 3. A minimum of eight (8) years of working experience in a senior management role. 4. Proven experience in labour administration will be an advantage. 5. Research, Digital and AI Literacy is a must. **PLEASE NOTE** Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only 3 attachments expected, all in PDF format, that is, Application Letter, CV and Proof of Qualifications. Applicants to indicate their expected Salary in the application letter. COMPENSATION PACKAGE: To be disclosed to the successful candidate. **TO APPLY** APPLICATION PROCEDURE