General Manager, Finance and ICT at Rural Electrification Authority

FINANCE AND ICT DIRECTORATE

GRADE REREC 2 (1 POST)

Job Specifications

1. Overseeing all issues regarding the financing of Corporation activities and advise the management on financial planning strategies and policies;
2. Develop and implement sound financial management policies and procedures;
3. Plan and coordinate timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates for the Corporation;
4. Develop and manage internal controls and compliance;
5. Participate in developing resource mobilization strategies;
6. Oversee preparation of the Annual Report and Financial Statements of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures;Monitor and evaluate funds applications and accountability;
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; Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of Corporation funds and Assets;
8. Provide up to date, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the management and the board;
9. Providing oversight to the Corporation’s ICT affairs, ensuring that the Corporation has the right and efficient ICT resources to meet its objectives; 
10. Participating in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan; and
11. Overseeing operations of ICT and Finance and Accounts departments.

Person Specifications

1. A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience five (5) years of which must have been in senior management;
2. Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration, Business management (Finance or Accounting option) or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Bachelors degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Business management (Finance or Accounting option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
4. Relevant Professional qualification; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Association of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA);
5. Certificate in leadership course lasting not less than our (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Membership in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other relevant recognized professional body;
7. Proficiency in computer applications; and
8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.