Director Training and Corporate Services at Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (PSASB)

ASB 2 REF:PSASB/09/2022

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for strategic direction and leadership in the management and coordination of the functions of finance, training (for staff and users of prescribed standards frameworks), human resource, administration and Information & communication technology in the PSASB.

Job Specifications

• Must have Served as Manager, Finance and Accounts/Human Resource and Administration or an equivalent position for a minimum period of 12 years  in a reputable organization five (5) of which must be in a senior position Management position
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines;- Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Communications, Finance, Economics, Auditing, Accounting or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines- Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Communications, Finance, Economics, Auditing, Accounting or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Holder of CPA (K), ACCA, CIFA or any other relevant qualification
• Be a registered member of a professional body in good standing
• Certificate Leadership not lasting less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution
• Be of proven integrity, transparency and accountability
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results and
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, national values and principles of governance
• Knowledge and experience in coordination of training and capacity building will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the formulation, development and review of PSASB’s strategies, policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date and aligned with government policies, laws and regulations.
• Oversee the Board’s annual budget preparation and monitoring process as per the National Treasury guidelines.
• Oversee the forecasting and planning of finance, human resource & Administration and ICT needs.
• Oversee the implementation of finance, human resource and ICT regulations and circulars as issued from time to time by the Government.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of risk management strategies and Business Continuity plans in Human Resource, Finance & ICT departments;
• Advise the relevant Committee(s) of the Board on matters relating to financial management, Human Resource and ICT.
• Coordinate the implementation of Board resolutions in the functional areas of Finance and accounts, Training, Human Resource and Administration and Information and Communication Technology.
• Advise the Accounting Officer on the long term strategy, business plans and annual operating budgets; their implementation and establishing proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures;
• Establish and monitor the implementation of Internal Control Systems for the organization.
• Oversee resource mobilization role through forecasting of the Board’s financing needs.
• Develop, review and monitor implementation of approved investment plans and activities.
• Oversee the general administration services of the Board and ensuring prudent management of financial resources in the Board.
• Oversee the preparation and interpretation of quarterly and annual financial statements, management accounts and reports.
• Establish ICT systems to automate the Board’s business processes.
• Provide leadership in determination of manpower/human resource plans and matching them with available resources.
• Coordinate development and review of the organizational structure to maximize on organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee compliance with relevant legislation, rules, regulations and policy frameworks on human resource management.
• Oversee the development of the training curriculum and training needs assessment for the staff and public sector entities.
• Establish collaborations and partnerships in capacity building and resource mobilization.
• Oversee the Board’s audit process and the implementation of audit recommendations.