Director General/Chief Executive Officer at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

The Service seeks to recruit a visionary, dynamic and innovative leader with high professional and ethical standards to fill the position of Director General/Chief Executive Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Board, the Director General shall be the Accounting Officer and an ex-officio member of the Board who shall be responsible for providing leadership and day to day administration and management in a high integrity and ethical environment, promoting corporate reputation and ensuring operational effectiveness and efficiency in the affairs of the Service in order to increase stakeholder value; in accordance with the Mission, Vision and strategic objectives of the Service.

In particular, and under the direction of the Board, the Director General shall be responsible for the development and recommendation to the Board of the long term corporate strategy, business plans and annual operating budgets and the execution of the organization’s strategy. He/she shall ensure that the Service operates strictly in accordance with all applicable laws and create a work environment that enables the recruitment, retention of quality and highly motivated staff. The Director General shall ensure prudent management of assets and financial resources and accountability through proper monitoring and effective internal control measures. He/she shall be expected to communicate regularly and effectively with all stakeholders, foster a corporate culture that promotes sound ethical and good governance practices and undertake all duties assigned by the Board.

Requirements for Appointment:

A person shall qualify for appointment as the Director General under Section 18 of the Act if that person:

• Is a citizen of Kenya;
• Has at least ten (10) years’ experience in public affairs management or in a commercial environment with at least five (5) years experience at senior management level;
• Is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized University;
• Holds a Masters degree in Law or any other related field from a recognized University;
• Demonstrates computer literacy;
• Demonstrates experience in leadership;
• Demonstrates administrative and professional competency;