Director, Corporate Services at Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. A Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience and at least ten (10) in a senior management role in the Public Service or Private Sector;
2. Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in either Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, ICT, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resource or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business
4. Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Human Resource or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
5. Membership and in good standing of a relevant professional body/Institution;
6. Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
7. Proficiency in computer applications; and
8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution

Key Competencies and skills

1. Analytical skills;
2. Creative and innovative thinking;
3. Mobilization skills;
4. Interpersonal skills;
5. Leadership skills;
6. Negotiation skills;
7.  Ability to networking and building linkages;
8.  Conversant with PFM Act

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities;

1. Overseeing all issues regarding the financing of KNQA activities and advise the Authority on financial planning strategies and policies;
2. Developing and implementing sound financial management policies and procedures;
3. Plan and coordinate timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates for the Authority;
4. Developing and managing internal controls and compliance;
5. Participating in developing resource mobilization strategies;
6. Overseeing preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures;
7. Developing and overseeing the implementation of a dynamic corporate strategy that is able to deliver services and results as envisioned in the strategic plan;
8. Ensuring prudent and optimal utilization of Authority funds and Assets;
9. Providing up to date, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the management and the Council;
10. Providing oversight to the Authority’s human capital affairs, ensuring that the Authority has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives;
11. Providing oversight for effective records management operations;
12. Participating in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
13. Reviewing the Corporate Services business plans in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
14. Overseeing operations of Human Resources, Administration and Finance & Accounting departments; and
15. Overseeing the implementation of corporate projects.