Chief Executive Officer at Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Chief Executive Officer reports to the Board of Directors and serves as the secretary of the board and is responsible for the daily operations, management of senior administrative staff public relations, resources mobilization/ fundraising setting annual income goals, among other responsibilities. She/he Ensures the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders. This position is based on a three (3) years’ Performance Based Renewable Contract. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains communication with the Board of Directors, submits regular programmatic and financial reports and proposes strategies to further the mission of the organisation.
2. Manages and oversees projects and programs and ensures compliance with government and donor regulations.
3. Program, Product and Service Delivery
4. Fundraising planning and implementation, identifying resource requirements opportunities, establishing strategies to approach Donors/Partners, submitting proposals and administering fundraising records and documentation.
5. Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management

Recommends yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization's resources and ensures that the organisation complies with relevant tax and other laws.

1. Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures
2. Coordinates management of branches throughout the country as a liaison officer between the board of Directors and branch committees.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

1. A Masters degree in Business Management, Project Management or Strategic Management or related field
2. Knowledge and understanding of managing a large and diverse NGO
3. Experience in engaging with multidisciplinary teams
4. Profound team player, interpersonal and communication skills
5. Result-driven approach and ability to liaise and leverage at senior level
6. Good IT skills in MS Office 
7. Exposure to digital tools and applications in the context of community development practice would be advantageous
8. At least 10 years’ experience in a senior management position of a large NGO

The deadline for applications in soft copy is 22nd January 2021 at 5.00 pm.