About Us

CPA. Ezron Kotut

Ag. Managing Director

Management

The company has undergone four changes in management since inception. The company was under the management of FCB & Technisure between 7th October 1975 to 3rd January 1978, when the management changed hands to the Government of Kenya, which remained at the helm of the company up to 11th January 1999. Between 12 January 1999 and 31 August 2003, the company was managed by F.C. Schaffer & Associates from whom the management reverted back to the Government of Kenya, which is in charge to date

Board of Directors

Hon. Alfred Khang'ati

Chairman of the Board

Mr. Benson Madebe Chahasi

Director

Hon. Bonface Okhiya Otsiula

Director

Mr. Daniel Muimi

Director Repr. KDC

Mr. Owakau Ino Jonathan

Director

Mr. Patrice Chumba

Director

Mr. Richard Njoba

Alt Director (Fives Cail)

Ms. Elizabeth Mudukiza Iminza

Director

Ms. Eunice Wanjiru Karanja

Director

Ms. Millicent Anyango Abudho

Director

Ms. Theodora Gichana

Director Repr. ISC

Senior Management

Mr. Bryan Keya

Human Resource Manager

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Mr. Bryan Keya

Human Resource Manager

Brian is an experienced HR Practitioner with a wealth of experience in HR Management, having spent over 20 years in various roles within the Company and the Sugar industry.

He is an intuitive, lively, and easy-to-understand facilitator of change and growth who is deeply drawn to educational and non-government organizations in the country and beyond. He is also a trainer and who has been coaching both young & senior professionals at consultancy levels.

Brian holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the Moi University Eldoret. He also has in his cap a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the Mediterranean Institute of Management in Cyprus and is a Trained Trainer. He is also pursuing a Master in Human Resource Management from the OUT/IHRM institute.

Having been a seasoned Human Resources Practitioner who has managed HR aspects in the manufacturing Industry for two decades, he is well conversant with all Human Resource dynamics including but not limited to recruitment and selection, interviewing, induction, placements and deployments, job descriptions, performance contracts/appraisals, training and development, job evaluation and grading structures. He also has diverse knowledge in payroll and salary administration, promotions, HR information systems, statutory obligations, labor laws and industrial/employee relations, community interventions, occupational health and safety, gender/PLWDs(disability)mainstreaming, and HIV/AIDS prevention activities, among others.

His passion is to guide and facilitate changes in awareness, behavior, attitude, knowledge, and skills to result in improved performance, better relationships, more creativity, choice, fulfillment, and balance.

Brian joined Nzoia Sugar Company in January 1996 and is currently the Acting Human Resource Manager of Nzoia Sugar Company in charge of managing all the Human Resources functions in the Company.

During his working period, he has recorded numerous achievements. For instance, he coordinated joint sugar industry ventures in industrial relations workshops and conferences by the Kenya Society of Sugar cane Technologists ;( KSSCT). He also streamlined and regularized training programs to operate within required schedules, frameworks and guidelines including board of directors’ workshops. He also made a great contribution towards culture change attitude and knowledge enhancement to the Nzoia Sugar Company workforce in line with the prevalent training needs, hence boosting industrial relations harmony and productivity. Additionally, he designed and developed several HR working tools, HR policies, and the staff administrative code.

Worth mentioning is the fact that Brian was once an active member of the Kenya Premier League (KPL) Governing Council and Chairman Nzoia Sugar FC. During his tenure, he accompanied the KPL All Stars team to Madrid, Spain for meetings and a tournament organized by La Liga and SportPesa after a partnership deal was signed in a bid to Improve Kenyan Soccer in 2017.

His mantra in life is that the “harder the battles, the sweeter the victory”.

Outside the confines of his office, Music. Football, traveling and social activities including church are part of his life.

Phone:+254 720 598 880
Email:bkeya@nzoiasugar.com@example.com

Mr. Ignatius Wafula

Agriculture Services Manager

Mr. Ignatius Wafula

Agriculture Services Manager

Ignatius Wafula is the Agriculture Services Manager of Nzoia Sugar Company. He describes Nzoia Sugar as the producer of the sweetest Kenyan Sugar from natural rich soils.

Ignatius joined Nzoia Sugar Company in the year 2002 as a trainee engineer. During his 18 years working stint at the Company, he worked as a Light vehicle Superintendent, Heavy Plants Superintendent, Field Workshop Manager and until he was promoted to his current role as the Agricultural Services Manager.

He holds a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech- Hons) from Moi University. He is also a member of the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) and a certified Quality Auditor.

One of the notable achievements of his career involve designing and fabricating a 6-point furrow machine that has since been customized by the Kenya Sugar Directorate for industry use.

His mantra is “Self-discipline proceeds professional excellence”.

Ignatius loves reading and writing academic industrial journals.

Phone:+254 715 103 729
Email:ignwafula@nzoiasugar.com

Ms Rita Mukhongo

Company Secretary

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Ms Rita Mukhongo

Company Secretary

Rita is the Ag. Company Secretary of Nzoia Sugar Company Limited. She describes Nzoia Sugar as a leading manufacturer of sugar and other by-products.

Rita joined Nzoia Sugar Company Limited on 5th October, 2010. She is an experienced advocate with a wealth of knowledge having spent 5 (five) years in litigation before joining Nzoia Sugar Company in 2010.

She is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a Commissioner for Oaths, a notary Public and a Certified Professional mediator. Rita was admitted to the bar on 13th October, 2005 and: currently have 15 (fifteen) years’ post admission experience.

Rita hold a Bachelors Degree in Law from the Moi University and is currently undertaking her Masters Degree in Strategic Management at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. She is also a member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing.

Rita started my carrier in private practice with the law firm, J.O. Makali & Company Advocates where she worked for 5 (five) years. She was responsible for competent representation of clients in court through skills, thoroughness and preparation. She also acted at all times within the law while respecting the duty of fairness and impartiality to all.

In her current role as the Ag. Company Secretary of Nzoia Sugar Company, she is responsible for providing secretariat services to the board, preparing board calendars and work plans and promoting board development through board evaluation, induction and training. She also provides Legal support, maintenance of statutory internal control standards and legal advice to the board and management. Additionally, Rita manage the insurance docket, pool transport, mailing and security services for the company.

Her mantra is “Be the flame, not the moth”

Phone:+254 722 932 138
Email:rmukhongo@nzoiasugar.com

Mr Lucas Otene

Chief Internal Auditor

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Mr Lucas Otene

Chief Internal Auditor

Lucas is a Certified Public Accountant and the team leader of our Internal Audit team. He is currently the Chief Internal Auditor of Nzoia Sugar Company Ltd, one of the leading Public Sugar Mills in Kenya.

Lucas who joined Nzoia Sugar’s Leadership team in July of 2011 is an experienced Management level leader with a wealth of experience in Corporate Governance, Finance and Administration, Risk and Internal Audit. He has spent over 25 years in various roles within the Financial Services, Manufacturing and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sectors in Kenya.

He holds an MBA from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the Kenya Methodist University. He is also a Certified Forensic Investigation Professional and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and the Institute of Certified Forensic Investigation Professional (ICFIP).

Mr. Alwala started his career at the Kenya Posts and Telecommunications Corporation, a Public Communications service provider, and has worked in both the Public and Private sector setups.

His mantra in life is that “everyone alive has some potential in them”.

Outside the confines of his office, reading becomes his solace.

Phone:+254 722 279 551
Email:lotene@nzoiasugar.com

Mr. Benjamin Mbaya

Production Manager

Mr. Benjamin Mbaya

Production Manager

Benjamin is the Ag. Factory and Production Manager at Nzoia Sugar Company.

Benjamin is an experienced sugar technologist with a wealth of experience in chemical control, sugar processing operations, Quality Assurance activities and Quality Management Systems.

Benjamin joined Nzoia Sugar Company on August 7, 1989 and has spent over 31 years in factory operations and management.

He holds a Masters in Business Administration (operation management option) from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology and Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from the University of Nairobi. He is also a registered Quality Management System auditor, member of Chemical Society of Kenya (CSK) and Kenya Society of Sugarcane Technology (KSST).

Phone:+254 735 671 225
Email:bmbaya@nzoiasugar.com

Ms. Caroline Namunane

Procurement Manager

Ms. Caroline Namunane

Procurement Manager

Phone:+254 724 208 294
Email:cnamunane@nzoiasugar.com

Mr. Benson Kwatenge

Quality Assurance Manager

Mr. Benson Kwatenge

Quality Assurance Manager

Phone:+254
Email:bkwatenge@nzoiasugar.com

Mr. Francis Oringe

Agriculture Manager

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Mr. Francis Oringe

Agriculture Manager

Francis is the Acting Agriculture Manager of Nzoia Sugar Company. He describes Nzoia Sugar as the producer of the sweetest Kenyan sugar and a key sponsor of Nzoia football club.

Francis joined the Company in 1990 but left briefly on a sojourn with other leading institutions making a comeback in 2005 for a second stint.

During this lengthy period, he played a leading role in Human Resource Development in the Agricultural sector by way of research, education and training.

He started his carrier as a lecturer at Bukura institute of Agriculture before proceeding for further studies at the University of Nairobi. Upon completion, he worked with various institutions including East African Breweries as an Agronomist, Farmchem Ltd as Product development Manager and Jomo Kenyatta university of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) as a lecturer.

Francis is a qualified Agronomist with a Master’s degree from the University of Nairobi. He is also a certified ISO Auditor in Quality Management System (QMS). Francis has also attended a number of courses in Management including, but not limited to, Financial and Human resource management.

His mantra in life is “everything is possible”.

Outside the confines of my office, I love watching Football and reading scientific papers.

Phone:+254 722 322 397
Email:foringe@nzoiasugar.com

Ms. Damaris Shikanga

ICT Manager

Ms. Damaris Shikanga

ICT Manager

Phone:+254 711 627 957
Email:dshikanga@nzoiasugar.com

Ms. Florence Mutinda

Public Relations Manager

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Ms. Florence Mutinda

Public Relations Manager

Florence is a Public Relations practitioner with a wide range of experience in the multimedia communications industry. She leads our Public Relations team as the Ag. Public Relations Manager of Nzoia Sugar Company.

Florence Joined Nzoia Sugar Company in September 2011. She is a seasoned Public Relations Practitioner having spent over 15 years working in both the Private and Public sector. She started her career at Montage Media Company Ltd, a Film Production firm where she worked for 3 years. She credits Montage for laying the foundation of her career in the Multimedia communications industry. During her working stint at the Company, several productions were credited to her name including several award-winning documentaries including one about the Bukusu Circumcision ceremony “How to Become a man”.

She holds a Bachelors Degree in Mass Media and Communications from the Mount Kenya Unversity and a Diploma in Mass Media from the Multi Media University of Kenya. She is also a member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya and sits in the Partnership and Fundraising committee of the society.

In her most recent role as the Ag. Public Relations Manager of Nzoia Sugar Company, she is responsible for managing the reputation of the Company by creating an enabling business environment through timely and effective communication.

One of the greatest achievements of her time will be the introduction of the use of Digital communication platforms in the Company in 2012 as a customer feedback mechanism, the introduction of an online media monitoring system by Meltwater South Africa and working with a lean team to establish a functional PR Department in the Company.

Most recently, she lists among her achievements the historic period in the year 2019 under the leadership of the sitting CEO, where she led her team to bring Stakeholder support to the Company’s revival journey. During that period, donations in cash and in kind amounting to well over 5 million shillings from our stakeholders proved that the community around us wanted to see the Company back on its feet. History was made that time and the resilience of our workforce and the overwhelming support of our stakeholders kept us going.

Her mantra in life is that “every leadership role is a God given opportunity to serve and make a difference”.

Outside the confines of her office, Florence loves serving in church, reading and traveling.

Phone:+254 726 631 268
Email:fmutinda@nzoiasugar.com

CPA. Peter Simiyu

Finance Manager

CPA. Peter Simiyu

Finance Manager

Phone:+254 718 602 144
Email:psimiyu@nzoiasugar.com

Ms. Edwina Omollo

Sales and Mktg. Manager

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Ms. Edwina Omollo

Sales and Mktg. Manager

Edwina is a sales and marketing practitioner with rich experience in development of new business, customer retention and customer relationship management.

Edwina joined Nzoia Sugar Company in April 2012 and served as a Marketing Officer for 4 years. She was promoted to the position of Sales and Marketing Manager in June 2016 where she has been serving to date.

She started her career at Sameer Africa Limited where she served in Trade development for 8 years before joining Nzoia Sugar.

Edwina holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (Marketing Option) from Bugema University, Kampala. She is also a member of the Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK) and The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM UK).

Her passion revolves around delivering value to customers and customer care.

Outside the confine of her work life, she likes playing table tennis./p