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  • Date posted

    September 14, 2026

  • Closing date

    September 14, 2026

  • Location

    Kenya Nairobi

  • Career level

    Mid Level

  • Qualification

    Bachelor Degree

  • Experience

    2–5 Years

Description

The Purpose
of the Job

The SIM Card Packaging
Officer is the final critical link in our production chain before products
reach our clients. This role is responsible for accurately packaging finished
SIM cards and related collateral materials in strict accordance with customer
specifications. 
You will ensure that every order is verified, securely handled,
and meticulously prepared for dispatch, maintaining impeccable inventory
accuracy, robust product security, and timely order fulfillment. 
By delivering
perfectly packaged products, you directly enable our telecommunications
partners to launch their services seamlessly.

 

A Brief
Description of the Person Specs

Our client is looking for a highly
organized, precise, and security-conscious professional who understands that
the packaging stage is not merely “wrapping” but the final quality
checkpoint. You possess a sharp eye for verifying quantities, labelling, and
documentation, and you treat every SIM card as a valuable, sensitive asset. 
You
thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in meeting productivity targets,
and have an unwavering commitment to confidentiality. Your work ethic is
defined by meticulous accuracy, impeccable housekeeping, and a customer-centric
mindset.

 

Tasks, Duties
& Responsibilities

·       Package finished SIM cards and associated materials
(leaflets, PIN mailers, activation guides) accurately and efficiently, strictly
following approved customer specification sheets and work instructions.

·       Meticulously verify quantities, packaging
materials, and product labelling against work orders to ensure 100% accuracy
before sealing any package.

·       Conduct a final visual inspection of products
before packaging to confirm that all SIMs meet quality standards, are free from
physical defects, and match the correct batch.

·       Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date
packaging and inventory records, logging batch numbers, quantities, and
completion times for full traceability.

·       Prepare completed orders for dispatch, ensuring
they are correctly labelled, securely sealed, and properly staged for
collection by logistics partners.

·       Ensure the secure handling of products throughout
the entire packaging process, strictly adhering to information security and
confidentiality protocols to prevent theft, loss, or data compromise.

·       Immediately report any discrepancies, shortages,
overages, or damaged materials to the supervisor to enable prompt reconciliation
and corrective action.

·       Maintain impeccable cleanliness, order, and organization within the packaging area, ensuring all tools, materials, and
equipment are stored correctly and safely.

·       Actively support stock reconciliation and inventory
control activities, participating in periodic cycle counts to ensure physical
stock matches system records.

·       Maintain strict compliance with all information
security and confidentiality requirements, safeguarding sensitive customer
data, activation keys, and production codes at all times.

·       Consistently meet assigned productivity and
delivery targets, balancing speed with accuracy to ensure on-time order fulfillment without compromising quality.

·       Actively participate in continuous improvement
initiatives, suggesting practical enhancements to packaging workflows, material
handling, and waste reduction.

Skills Forte

Soft Skills:

·     Impeccable Attention to Detail: You can spot
mismatched barcodes, incorrect quantities, or labelling errors that others
would easily overlook.

·     Organizational Excellence: A highly systematic
approach to managing multiple orders simultaneously without mixing up batches
or specifications.

·     Integrity & Security Awareness: An
uncompromising attitude towards protecting sensitive products and data, with a
strong sense of accountability for every item you handle.

·     Patience & Methodical Approach: The
ability to perform repetitive, precision-driven tasks without losing focus or
accuracy, especially during high-volume periods.

·     Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks
effectively and work under pressure to meet strict dispatch deadlines.

·     Communication: Clear verbal and written
communication skills for reporting discrepancies, liaising with dispatchers,
and documenting handovers.

 

Technical Skills:

·     Computer Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office
Suite (Excel, Word) and familiarity with basic inventory management software or
ERP systems for data entry and stock tracking.

·     Equipment Handling: Familiarity with basic
packaging equipment (e.g., heat sealers, shrink-wrapping machines, labelling
guns) is a significant added advantage.

 

Core Competencies:

·       Accuracy,
process adherence, inventory integrity, proactive problem-solving, effective
time management, and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

Educational & Professional Qualifications

·       Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a relevant
discipline, such as Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration, Warehouse Management, or a related field.

·       Experience: 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in
packaging, warehousing, logistics, or production finishing roles.
Experience in a high-security manufacturing environment, card personalization,
or FMCG packaging is a distinct advantage.

Experience in Security Printing, or another high security production environment will be a distinct advantage.

Benefits

Remuneration Package

Our client offer a competitive compensation
package designed to attract and retain skilled logistics and packaging
professionals:

·       Salary: A competitive monthly gross salary. Commensurate with your: Qualifications, Level of Experience, and Specific Location. 
Roles based in Nairobi typically
command the higher end of this scale, reflecting the security-conscious nature
of handling sensitive telecommunications products.

·       Shift
Allowance:
 An additional shift
allowance will be provided for officers working non-standard hours or rotating
shifts where applicable.

·       Benefits:

o   Comprehensive health insurance coverage (inpatient
and outpatient).

o   Pension/Retirement plan contributions (NSSF and
additional company schemes).

o   Generous annual leave entitlement and paid public
holiday benefits.

 

·       Perks: A stable, secure working environment within
the dynamic telecommunications manufacturing sector, with access to ongoing
training, supply chain certification opportunities, and clear career
progression pathways within the organization.

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