Deputy Director, Building Services at Judiciary of Kenya

Requirements

Job Requirements: Academic and Professional Qualifications

For appointment to this position, the applicant must have: -

• A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Registration with a recognized Professional body and in Good Standing;
• A Course in Strategic Leadership and Development or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

    
Duties and Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and reviewing building services policies, procedures and programmes;
• Providing strategic leadership in the design, construction, renovation and maintenance of Judiciary buildings and associated infrastructure;
• Overseeing implementation of development, maintenance and rehabilitation of buildings and all associated infrastructure such as boundaries, roads, and services within the Judiciary;
• Overseeing preparation of annual infrastructure requirements and cost estimates;
• Coordinating development and reviewing building services manual, guidelines, procedures and standards related to infrastructure development.
• Coordinating design, documentation and supervision of new buildings projects and renovations of existing structures;
• Coordinating building maintenance and rehabilitation works within the Judiciary;
• Liaising with stakeholders on court infrastructure requirements;
• Ensuring compliance of building construction regulations and licenses;
• Coordinating implementation of projects as per the Judiciary infrastructure master plan;
• Coordinating research on best practices in construction industry and other emerging issues;
• Undertaking, implementing, monitoring and reviewing the directorate annual budgetary allocations; and
• Ensuring Performance Management, mentoring, guidance and counseling of staff.

Work Experience:

• Minimum twelve (12) years relevant work experience;
• Atleast three (3) years at Senior Management level

 Job Core Competencies:

• Strategic Leadership & Good Interpersonal Skills;
• Excellent Communication skills - Verbal and Written;
• Analytical & Negotiation Skills;
• Organizational and planning skills;
• Confidentiality, High Integrity, attention to details and accuracy;
• Rational Decision Making Skills;
• Time Management and the ability to prioritize work; and
• Research and Data Management Skills