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Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC)
Serekali ya Zanzibar

Where Quality Meets Excellence (ZSTC)

OUR DEPARTMENTS

DEPARTMENT OF ADMNISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCE

The Department of Administration and Human Resource at the Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC) is responsible for managing the organization’s administrative functions and human resources. The fillowing responsibilities are:

  • Recruitment and Staffing: Overseeing the hiring process, including job postings, interviews, and onboarding of new employees.

  • Employee Relations: Managing relationships between the organization and its employees, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive work environment.

  • Training and Development: Organizing professional development programs to enhance employee skills and performance.

  • Performance Management: Implementing appraisal systems to evaluate and improve employee performance.

  • Policy Development: Creating and enforcing organizational policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and internal standards.

  • Administrative Support: Managing day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure smooth organizational operations.

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND INVESTMENT

The Department of Planning and Investment in an organization like the (ZSTC) is responsible for strategic planning, investment management, and business development. The following responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Planning:

    • Developing long-term and short-term strategic plans to guide the organization’s growth.

  2. Investment Management:

    • Identifying, evaluating, and managing investment opportunities.

  3. Business Development:

    • Establishing partnerships with stakeholders and investors.

  4. Economic and Market Research:

    • Analyzing economic trends and market conditions.

  5. Policy Formulation and Implementation:

    • Developing policies related to investment and economic growth.

  6. Budgeting and Financial Planning:

    • Assisting in the preparation of financial and budget plans.

  7. Monitoring and Evaluation:

    • Evaluating project to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS

The Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC) is a government institution established in 1966, operating under the Zanzibar State Trading Corporation Act No. 11 of 2011 and the Clove Development Act No. 2 of 2014. Its primary focus is the development, processing, and distribution of national commercial crops, particularly cloves.

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While specific details about the internal structure of ZSTC’s Department of Business are not readily available, the corporation’s overarching responsibilities include:

  • Clove Development: Investing in the cultivation and enhancement of clove production through research programs, farmer incentives, and supportive policies such as price subsidies and insurance.

  • Processing of Essential Oils: Operating facilities like the Pemba Essential Oil Distillery (PEOD) to process clove stems and other agricultural products into essential oils.

  • Promotion of Organic Spice Industry: Engaging in the development and branding of Zanzibar’s organic spice products to foster industrial growth and enhance competitiveness in global markets.

 

DISTILLERY PLANTS DEPARTMENT

The Distillery Plants Department within the (ZSTC) is primarily responsible for the production and management of essential oils derived from various agricultural products, notably cloves. This department oversees the operation of distillery facilities, such as the modern distillery at Wawi in Pemba, which processes clove stems and other materials into essential oils.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Essential Oil Production:

    • Processing clove stems and other agricultural products to extract essential oils.

  2. Facility Management:

    • Overseeing the maintenance and operation of distillation equipment and infrastructure to ensure efficient and safe production processes.

  3. Quality Control:

    • Implementing quality assurance protocols to maintain high standards in the production of essential oils, ensuring products meet both local and international market requirements.

  4. Research and Development:

    • Exploring opportunities to diversify and enhance the range of essential oils produced, including the development of non-clove oils.

  5. Market Engagement:

    • Collaborating with marketing teams to promote and distribute essential oil products, thereby contributing to the economic growth of Zanzibar’s spice industry
CLOVE DEVELOPMENT FUND DEPARTMENT

The Clove Development Fund Department within the (ZSTC) plays a pivotal role in sustaining and enhancing Zanzibar’s clove industry. While specific departmental responsibilities of Clove Development Fund include:

  1. Financial Support to Farmers:

    • Providing interest-free loans to clove farmers to encourage cultivation and maintenance of clove plantations.

  2. Supply of Agricultural Inputs:

    • Distributing free clove seedlings to farmers to promote the expansion and rejuvenation of clove farms.

  3. Infrastructure Development:

    • Investing in the rehabilitation of road infrastructure in clove-producing areas to facilitate easier access for farmers and improve transportation of clove products.

  4. Research and Extension Services:

    • Implementing research programs aimed at improving clove production techniques and providing extension services to educate farmers on best practices.

  5. Policy Implementation:

    • Enforcing policies such as price subsidies and insurance schemes to protect farmers’ interests and stabilize the clove market.

These initiatives are part of the broader Clove Development Strategy aimed at revitalizing the clove industry in Zanzibar. The strategy emphasizes the importance of adequate production support services, research and development, and the establishment of a Clove Development Fund to finance these activities.

ZSTC PEMBA SECTION OF ADMNISTRATION

The Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC) operates in both Unguja and Pemba islands, focusing on the development, processing, and distribution of national commercial crops, particularly cloves. While specific details about the administrative structure of ZSTC’s Pemba section are not extensively documented publicly, the administration in Pemba is likely responsible for several key functions:

  1. Local Operations Management:

    • Overseeing the procurement and processing of cloves and other agricultural products from farmers in Pemba.

  2. Farmer Engagement and Support:

    • Distributing clove seedlings and providing support to local farmers to enhance production.

  3. Quality Control:

    • Ensuring that the agricultural products processed in Pemba meet the quality standards set by ZSTC.

  4. Logistics and Distribution:

    • Managing the storage and transportation of processed products from Pemba to other markets.

  5. Administrative Functions:

    • Handling human resources, finance, and other administrative tasks specific to the Pemba operations.

These responsibilities align with ZSTC’s broader mission to develop, promote, and improve the quality and competitiveness of Zanzibar’s cloves and other agricultural products in the global market.

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