Chief Executive Officer – Grade KTNA 1 at Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade)

Job Purpose

The Chief Executive Officer provides strategic leadership in execution of the Kenya Trade Network Agency mandate to facilitate cross border trade and establish, manage and implement the National Electronic Single Window System. The role provides visionary focus and oversees the overall management of the Kenya Trade Network Agency. The CEO is the Chief Advisor to the Board of Directors as provided in the Mwongozo Guidelines and is also a member of the Agency’s Board of Directors.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides overall guidance and leadership of the Agency to ensure achievement of KenTrade’s mandate and strategic objectives;
• Oversees the development of policies to ensure compliance with international obligations that relate to international trade such as the Trade Facilitation Agreement of the World Trade Organization, COMESA protocols and the East African Community among others;
• Leading the Agency in the implementation of the National Electronic Single Window System and taking lead in the establishment of a regional single window;
• Oversees the trade facilitation of over 40 Agencies involved in International Trade through the National Electronic Single Window System as well as the users involved in international Trade;
• Ensures appropriate channels through which players in international trade make payments for the services provided through the National Electronic Single Window System are operationalized and maintained

Requirements for Appointment

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Information and Communication Technology, Shipping and Logistics, Customs Management, Business Management, Applied Sciences, Education, Social Sciences or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; with
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Information and Communication Technology, Shipping and Logistics, Customs Management, Business Management, Applied Sciences, Education, Social Sciences or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• An appropriate professional qualification in transport and logistics, maritime management, Information & Communication Technology, business management or other relevant qualification;
• At least fifteen (15) years relevant experience in a reputable organization, ten (10) of which should be in a senior management position;
• A Leadership Development Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a professional body and be of good standing;
• Computer Literacy;
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution 2010