Director Corporate Services at Coast Development Authority

Job Summary

• Have a Bachelors Degree in either Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience and at least five (5) in a management role in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Masters Degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, ICT or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Be a member in good standing of a relevant professional body/Institution;
• Have a certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Be proficient in computer applications;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and Demonstrate competence in work performance.

Responsibilities

• Developing and overseeing the implementation of a dynamic corporate strategy that is able to deliver exemplary services and results as envisioned in the strategic plan;
• Developing the Authority’s budget and continuously monitor and evaluate its implementation;
• Giving oversight to the Authority financial affairs and advise the Authority on financial planning strategies and policies;
• Ensuring effective and efficient management of the Authority’s resources including Finances and Assets;
• Ensuring the provision of meaningful, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the Managing Director and the Board;
• Negotiating with banks and donors for appropriate support;
• Giving oversight to the Authority’s human capital affairs, ensuring that the Authority has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives;
• Ensuring that current and future space and other facility needs are provided for;
• Providing oversight for effective records management operations;
• Overseeing performance management system in the Authority;
• Participating in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
• Ensuring compliance with labour laws, public, Public Financial Management Act, IPSAS and IFRS and ISO Standards;
• Reviewing the Corporate Services business plans in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
• Overseeing operations of HRM, Administration, ICT and Finance & Accounting departments.