Center Director Kaimosi Atc Job Group R [1 Post] at County Government of Nandi

• Term: 3 years renewable subject to satisfactory performance

Duties

• The duties of the Centre Director encompass all aspects of the ATC operations either directly or indirectly under his/her jurisdiction. In general terms the Center Director shall be responsible for:
• the detailed organization of the ATC;
• the development of the agricultural enterprises encompasses in ATC;
• the assignment of duties to and the supersion of members of his/her staff;
• management commercialization of all entities within the ATC; and is the chief accounting officer of the college.

Responsibilities

• Prode leadership within and on behalf of the ATC;
• The Center Director’s main focus should be to develop and maintain effective education/training, research and outreach programs within and outside the college and to promote the improvement of teaching and learning. The Center Director will strive to create an organization which fosters farmers growth;
• When not involved in the management duties, to devote as much time as possible to the supersion of the ATC; obserng methods of instruction, research; and endeavouring to improve the efficiency of the staff and the ATC in general.
• Manage ATC staff effectively by:
• Taking responsibility for the appointment of ATC Staff;
• designating their duties and responsibility allowance with regard to agreed guidelines;
• Supporting and developing them as appropriate;
• Monitoring their work and using appropriate procedures in matters relating to their wellbeing, performance, discipline and capability; and
• Lead on the recruitment, retention and succession planning of college staff.

Assist

• Keep the Board informed as to any modifications in or substitution of approved enterprises;
• The teaching farmers in the development, implementation, modifications, and selection of farming skills.
• Oversee the management of ATC income generating units;
• Develop ATC budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrolment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control. Accurately report fiscal information;
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents;
• Manage use of ATC facilities, superse maintenance of facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe campus;
• Build common sion for ATC improvement with staff. Direct planning actities and put programs in place with staff to ensure attainment of college’s mission;
• Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with staff;
• As administrator the center director is responsible for the daily supersion of the college, its farmers, facilitators, professional and support staff, volunteers, and personnel from outside agencies;
• Undertake training and other professional development as required;
• Ensure that all reasonable precautions are taken to safeguard the health and general well being of staff and students by ensuring both staff and students are adequately trained to make effective plans necessary for their safety; and
• Any other responsibility as assigned by the Board.

Qualifications

• Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics or any related field;
• Master’s Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Economics from a recognized institution;
• At least 4 years Managerial experience;
• Demonstrated experience in change management and performance management;
• Knowledge and experience in planning, developing and delivering competence-based curricula in Kenya;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other IT based applications;
• Experience in the promotion of sustainable agriculture, an added advantage will be biased towards sustainable agriculture for rural development;
• Leadership and team member working to achieve different goals.
• Ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders, with experience dealing with management committees and boards.