Principal Investigations Officer at Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority)

Job Details

• Leading in investigations of complaints relating to payment terms, delivery and return of goods, transfer of commercial risks and costs and imposition of other unfavorable terms of trade on suppliers and review investigation reports;
• Leading in investigations of complaints of discriminatory, arbitrary or any other unfavorable treatment of private labels versus branded goods and review investigation reports;
• Reviewing applications for expansions of retail stores and outlets to ensure prudent financial management;
• Reviewing and advicing on intelligence reports on abuse of buyer power in the Kenya market;
• Leading in mediation of disputes between undertakings regarding supply contracts;
• Coordinating of hearing conferences and resolution of buyer power complaints;
• Initiating the formulation of development of Guidelines on prompt payment and Code of Practice by undertakings ;
• Carrying out advocacy initiatives on buyer power;
• Liaising with the Legal department in developing and implementing cooperation frameworks;
• Preparing the development of the Division’s work plan and budget;
• Carrying out induction for interns, attachees and young professionals; and
• Participating in the implementation of the performance management system in the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Economics, Law or Business Related subject or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Masters Degree in Economics, Law or Business Related subject or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience;
• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable;
• A Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Investigations Course on evidence collection, analysis and reporting of not less than two weeks;
• Demonstrate competence in work performance and results
• Good Communication and Interpersonal skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Proficient in computer applications; and
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.