Communication on Progress

Participant
Published
  • 16-Jun-2022
Time period
  • June 2022  –  June 2024
Format
  • Stand alone document – Basic COP Template
Differentiation Level
  • This COP qualifies for the Global Compact Active level
Self-assessment
  • Includes a CEO statement of continued support for the UN Global Compact and its ten principles
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Human Rights
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Labour
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Environment
  • Description of actions or relevant policies related to Anti-Corruption
  • Includes a measurement of outcomes
 
  • Statement of continued support by the Chief Executive Officer
  • Statement of the company's chief executive (CEO or equivalent) expressing continued support for the Global Compact and renewing the company's ongoing commitment to the initiative and its principles.

  • 16th June 2022

    To our stakeholders:

    I am pleased to confirm that [ Ace Technologies Ltd ] reaffirms its support of the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption.

    In this annual Communication on Progress, we describe our actions to continually improve the integration of the Global Compact and its principles into our business strategy, culture and daily operations. We also commit to share this information with our stakeholders using our primary channels of communication.

    Sincerely yours,

    
[ George Murithi Njagi
    
[ Director

Human Rights
  • Assessment, policy and goals
  • Description of the relevance of human rights for the company (i.e. human rights risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on Human Rights.

  • Ace technologies and its staff are fully committed to the principle of honesty, integrity and fair play in the
    delivery of services and goods to the public. All staff should ensure that the business operations, applications
    for services, procurement or staff recruitment, are dealt with in an open, fair and impartial manner.
    This Code of Conduct sets out the basic standard of conduct expected of all staff and the Company's policy
    on matters like acceptance of advantages and conict of interest of staff in connection with their official
    duties. This Code also applies to temporary and part-time staff employed by the Company.
    The company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are available
    regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or other legally protected status. This
    Principle applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, work
    assignment, promotion, transfer, termination, and wage and salary administration.
    Staff who misuses their official position for personal gains or to favor their relatives or friends are liable to
    disciplinary action or even prosecution. Examples of misuse include a staff member responsible for the
    selection of suppliers giving undue favor or leaking information to his/her relative's company with a view to
    giving away an undue advantage.
    Staff is not allowed to disclose any classied or exclusive information to anybody without authorization. Staff
    who have access to or are in control of such information should at all times provide adequate safeguards to
    prevent its abuse or misuse. Examples of misuse include disclosure of information in return for monetary
    rewards, or use of information for personal interest. It should also be noted that unauthorized disclosure of
    any personal data may result in a breach of the applicable legislation on privacy. Staff given access to any
    property of the Company should ensure that it is properly used for the purpose of conducting the Company's
    business. Misappropriation of the property for personal use or resale is strictly prohibited.
    Employees who wish to take up paid outside work, including those on a part-time basis, must seek the
    written (date and signed) permission and guidance from the ethics officer before accepting the job. Approval
    will not be given if the outside work is considered to be in conflict with the interest and values of the
    company.

  • Implementation
  • Description of concrete actions to implement Human Rights policies, address Human Rights risks and respond to Human Rights violations.

  • Management safety and health
    Ace Technologies is committed to an injury-free and illness-free workplace that is operated in an
    environmentally sound manner in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations that protect
    worker safety and the environment. Employees should perform work in a safe manner

  • Measurement of outcomes
  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • Reporting
    If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report the incident to an ACE
    Executive Committee Staff member as soon as possible. You can make a report either personally or
    anonymously via the email info@acetechkenya.co.ke

Labour
  • Assessment, policy and goals
  • Description of the relevance of labour rights for the company (i.e. labour rights-related risks and opportunities). Description of written policies, public commitments and company goals on labour rights.

  • The company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are available
    regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or other legally protected status. This
    Principle applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, work
    assignment, promotion, transfer, termination, and wage and salary administration.
    Staff who misuses their official position for personal gains or to favor their relatives or friends are liable to
    disciplinary action or even prosecution. Examples of misuse include a staff member responsible for the
    selection of suppliers giving undue favor or leaking information to his/her relative's company with a view to
    giving away an undue advantage.

  • Implementation
  • Description of concrete actions taken by the company to implement labour policies, address labour risks and respond to labour violations.

  • Staff is not allowed to disclose any classied or exclusive information to anybody without authorization. Staff
    who have access to or are in control of such information should at all times provide adequate safeguards to
    prevent its abuse or misuse. Examples of misuse include disclosure of information in return for monetary
    rewards, or use of information for personal interest. It should also be noted that unauthorized disclosure of
    any personal data may result in a breach of the applicable legislation on privacy. Staff given access to any
    property of the Company should ensure that it is properly used for the purpose of conducting the Company's
    business. Misappropriation of the property for personal use or resale is strictly prohibited.

  • Measurement of outcomes
  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates performance.

  • Reporting
    If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report the incident to an ACE
    Executive Committee Staff member as soon as possible. You can make a report either personally or
    anonymously via the email info@acetechkenya.co.ke

Environment
  • Assessment, policy and goals
  • Description of the relevance of environmental protection for the company (i.e. environmental risks and opportunities). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on environmental protection.

  • Environmental Policy
    In our operations, and within resource constraints, we will improve our environmental
    performance by:
    Resources
    Conserving energy, water, wood, paper and other resources, particularly those which are scarce or
    non-renewable, while still providing a safe and comfortable working environment; reducing waste
    through re-use and recycling and by using refurbished and recycled products and materials where
    such alternatives are economical and suitable; and ensuring that any products used or derived
    from wildlife, such as timber and plants, are from sustainable sources and comply with European
    Union and international trade rules such as CITES (the Convention on International Trade in
    Endangered Species).
    Pollution
    Monitoring relevant discharges and emissions to air, land and water to ascertain what action is
    necessary to reduce the risk of pollution; phasing out, where practical, ozone depleting substances
    and minimising the release of greenhouse gases, volatile organic compounds, vehicle emissions
    and other substances damaging to health and the environment.
    Management - Regulations
    Aiming to meet, and in some cases exceeding, all relevant, current and foreseen statutory
    regulations (including the Environmental Information Regulations), codes of practice and other
    requirements that we adopt; specifying that contractors comply with the same when working on
    our premises; and developing and maintaining emergency procedures for effectively dealing with
    significant hazards where they exist and limiting the risk to health and the environment.

  • Implementation
  • Description of concrete actions to implement environmental policies, address environmental risks and respond to environmental incidents.

  • Management - Environment
    Demonstrating that, where relevant, environmental issues are considered when making decisions,
    planning and developing policy, programmes and projects; and monitoring progress against the
    environmental aim and other indicators.

  • Measurement of outcomes
  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates environmental performance.

  • Reporting
    If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report the incident to an ACE
    Executive Committee Staff member as soon as possible. You can make a report either personally or
    anonymously via the email info@acetechkenya.co.ke

Anti-Corruption
  • Assessment, policy and goals
  • Description of the relevance of anti-corruption for the company (i.e. anti-corruption risk-assessment). Description of policies, public commitments and company goals on anti-corruption.

  • Governance and Anti-Corruption
    The Company has no tolerance for corruption. All employees must never offer to provide anything of
    value directly or indirectly to government officials and business partners to secure an undue advantage.
    Ace prohibits payment, offers of payment as well as anything of value directly or indirectly with the
    purpose of inuencing or obtaining undue business or personal advantage.
    Third parties will only be contracted to perform tasks which aid business interests provided: fees to be
    paid are reasonable; all arrangements are clearly documented; arrangements are in compliance with
    company's policies.

  • Implementation
  • Description of concrete actions to implement anti-corruption policies, address anti-corruption risks and respond to incidents.

  • Third parties will only be contracted to perform tasks which aid business interests provided: fees to be
    paid are reasonable; all arrangements are clearly documented; arrangements are in compliance with
    company's policies.

  • Measurement of outcomes
  • Description of how the company monitors and evaluates anti-corruption performance.

  • Reporting
    If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report the incident to an ACE
    Executive Committee Staff member as soon as possible. You can make a report either personally or
    anonymously via the email info@acetechkenya.co.ke