Director Corporate Support Services at National Police Service Commission

Managerial

1. Lead the development of the corporate services directorate strategy to ensure alignment of the strategy with the overall institution strategy.
2. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the directorate budget to ensure optimal allocation of resources in the implementation of the directorate strategy.
3. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of budgets, policies and procedures to support the achievement of the institution strategy.
4. Provide leadership in development of timely and quality work plans for staff at all levels, derived from the directorate overall strategy to ensure effective implementation of the strategy.

Operational

1. Report on the performance of the corporate services directorate in line with the overall strategy of the institution, to ensure the activities of the directorate support the achievement of the institution objective.
2. Mentor and coach staff members within the directorate to enhance work performance as set out in the appraisal schemes.
3. Lead the training and development of staff in the directorate in line with both individual and institution performance objectives in line with the annual audit plan.
4. Establish and maintain relations with both internal and external stakeholders to lobby for support necessary for the achievement of the overall institutional strategy.

Financial

1. Preparation of Directorates’ budget.
2. Participate in and coordinate the institution budgetary process.

Qualifications knowledge and Skills

1. Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
2. Computer literacy.
3. Knowledge of budgeting.
4. Knowledge of relevant legislation.
5. Knowledge of professional standards.
6. Leadership skills.
7. Communication skills.
8. Interpersonal skills.
9. Organizational skills.
10. Ability to work under pressure.
11. Negotiation skills.
12. Ability to build and lead cohesive teams.
13. Problem solving skills.
14. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
15. Fifteen (15) years of service, of which five (5) must be of similar experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR SELECTION

If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match these exciting roles, please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting reference number of the position applied for. The NPSC will be seeking evidence of a candidate’s suitability to serve in the positions advertised.

1. Applicants should attach a copy of National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials, or any other evidence of proven relevant expertise herein being sought;
2. In addition to the qualifications set out in the Constitution and the Enabling Statutes, applicants must further furnish clearance certificates from:
a) Director, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
b) Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
c) Chief Executive Officer, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
d) Professional bodies (where applicable) to which the applicant belongs such as LSK, ICPS (K), ICPAK, AAK, IEK, etc.;
e) Certificate of Good Conduct.
NB: These criteria are applicable only to the Senior Positions NPSC 5 to NPSC 8.
Women, minorities, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.

DISQUALIFICATION CRITERIA

No person shall be qualified for appointment in any of the above posts if the person:

a) Has previously been convicted of any criminal offence;
b) Has violated the Constitution;
c) Is an undischarged bankrupt;
d) Has been adversely mentioned in any report by a Commission of Inquiry or any Parliamentary Committee;
e) Canvasses directly, indirectly, by proxy, by emissary, by ethnic or clan whipping, by pressure groups, by other associations or in any other way;
f) Knowingly, willingly and blatantly lies, misrepresents, cheats and fails to disclose material facts.