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  • Posted: Jul 13, 2017
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    The National Transport and safety Authority was established through an Act of Parliament; Act Number 33 on 26th October 2012. The objective of forming the Authority was to harmonize the operations of the key road transport departments and help in effectively managing the road transport sub-sector and minimizing loss of lives through road crashes. Vision: ...
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    Director Technical Services

    REF: NTSA/02/2017/01

    The Director, Technical Services will be part of the NTSA’s Senior Management team and shall report to the Director General. The jobholder will oversee the technical services provided under motor vehicle inspection, infrastructural services and projects that incorporate road design and review for road safety.

    Responsibilities for the Technical Services Director Job

    Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

    • Propose and advice on policy formulation within the public transport sector;
    • Develop work plans and budgets for the directorate;
    • Oversee the execution of approved directorate work plans and budgets;
    • Oversee performance management in the directorate;
    • Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the directorate;
    • Prepare Board and Management Papers for approval;
    • Identify training needs for the personnel in the directorate;
    • Participate in the recruitment of staff within the directorate;
    • Participate in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
    • Identify procurement needs for the directorate;
    • Mentor and coach directorate staff; and
    • Participate in various committees in the Authority upon appointment.

    Technical Responsibilities / Tasks

    • Ensure efficient and effective management of the Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers;
    • Develop and implement road safety audit manuals and procedures;
    • Ensure implementation and monitoring of the motor vehicle standards;
    • Review road designs while ensuring that they meet road safety standards;
    • Oversee the upgrading of motor inspection centers;
    • Lead in inspection of public service vehicles whilst ensuring safety of the public;
    • Monitor and regulate NTSA’s motor vehicle safety inspection programs;
    • Coordinate with other agencies/actors in the Road Transport Sector; and

    Policy Development

    • Develop, review and implement regulations, internal policies and procedures.

    Administrative Duties

    • Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of the directorate staff by ensuring an effective and motivated team;
    • Ensure the fulfilment of the directorate’s performance contract targets; and
    • Develop mechanisms for corporate consultation, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs.
    • Generate and streamline revenue collection for the Authority.

    Qualifications for the Technical Services Director Job

    To be appointed to this role, the successful candidate must be a Kenyan citizen and possess the following key requirements;

    • A Bachelor’s degree in either civil, automotive or mechanical engineering;
    • A Master’s degree in a business or engineering related field;
    • At least twelve (12) years’ experience in civil, automotive or mechanical engineering within the transport industry in either public or private sector, five (5) of which must be at a senior management level;
    • Been trained or have a demonstrable understanding in corporate governance/leadership;
    • Training/working knowledge in traffic engineering will be an added advantage.
    • A registered engineer with the Engineering Board of Kenya; and

    Skills and Competencies

    • Excellent strategic leadership skills particularly in strategy execution, monitoring and evaluation;
    • Highly accountable in decision making and of integrity;
    • Demonstrable commercial experience;
    • Excellent interpersonal and networking abilities; and
    • Excellent organizational, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
    • Ability to work in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environments with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
    • Negotiation and analytical skills;
    • Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to develop proposals, position papers and write reports.

    Method of Application

    Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya. Candidates must therefore, obtain and submit the following documents together with their applications:

    Clearance Certificate from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID);

    Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);

    Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);

    Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and

    Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

    Qualified candidates should apply in confidence indicating the Job Ref. No. on both the application and envelope to the address below enclosing CVs with full details of educational background and professional qualifications. The application should also have copies of certificates, relevant testimonials and the National ID. Applications may be deposited at the Authority’s Head Office, Hill Park Plaza, Ground Floor, Upper Hill Road, Nairobi in the application box or posted to;

    The Director General, National Transport and Safety Authority, P.O. Box 3602-00506, Nairobi.

    All applications should be received not later than 5:00pm on 25th July 2017. NTSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Youth, Women and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. Please note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

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