Career Opportunities at Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA)

Job Ref. No KEMSA/CS/2022/004

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and executing customer service strategies within the institutions.
• Marketing Health Products & Technologies to Special Programmes;
• Managing order placement by Special Programmes;
• Keeping track of sales and selling KEMSA’s products to Special Programmes;
• Processing orders and addressing customers queries and complaints from Institutional health facilities;
• Creating awareness for KEMSA Health Products & Technologies in Special Programmes;
• Collating and analyzing the business data;
• Communicating customer requirements to internal departments to ensure that Special Programmes’ needs are met;
• Sensitizing Special Programmes on availability of HPTs;
• Implementing the Authority’s sales and marketing strategies;
• Compiling sales and marketing reports with regard to Special Programmes;
• Liaising with Special Programmes on medical supply matters to ensure continued supply of HPTs; and
• Responding to feedback from Health Care personnel involved in drug management in Special Programmes on product requirements/performances and service levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Marketing, Commerce, Pharmacy, or other business/ Health related field from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree in either Business Administration, Marketing or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Membership to professional body or Association in good standing where applicable;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrable understanding of the public sector pharmaceutical market and how the public health sector supply chain operates;
• Proficiency in use of MS Office applications and ERP platform; and
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/005

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Facilitating the collation, preparation and submission of annual work plans;
• Ensuring full compliance to the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 & Regulations 2020, Authority’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinating the preparation of Board circulars and reports as per the Board Calendar or as may be directed from time to time;
• Liaising with legal and other user departments in drawing and managing compliance and reporting functions in the Authority;
• Oversee the training of supply chain team & users to help build internal capacity and execution of a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program;
• Facilitating the identification of systems that can be integrated to facilitate seamless flow of data;
• Ensuring update of information on the Public Procurement Information Portal in accordance to executive order no 2 of 2018 and statutory reporting;
• Facilitating gathering of market intelligence and advising supply Chain team on best practices;
• Ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness in the use of e- procurement in the Authority;
• Fostering harmonious Supplier Relationship Management Systems supporting the suppliers and tendering process; and
• Overseeing the overall management of supply chain documentation (such as the vendor master files) for easy retrieval when required, to enhance efficiency in operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Been a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/004

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Facilitating the collation, preparation and submission of annual work plans;
• Ensuring full compliance to the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 & Regulations 2020, Authority’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinating the preparation of Board circulars and reports as per the Board Calendar or as may be directed from time to time;
• Liaising with legal and other user departments in drawing and managing compliance and reporting functions in the Authority;
• Oversee the training of supply chain team & users to help build internal capacity and execution of a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program;
• Facilitating the identification of systems that can be integrated to facilitate seamless flow of data;
• Ensuring update of information on the Public Procurement Information Portal in accordance to executive order no 2 of 2018 and statutory reporting;
• Facilitating gathering of market intelligence and advising supply Chain team on best practices;
• Ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness in the use of e- procurement in the Authority;
• Fostering harmonious Supplier Relationship Management Systems supporting the suppliers and tendering process; and
• Overseeing the overall management of supply chain documentation (such as the vendor master files) for easy retrieval when required, to enhance efficiency in operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Been a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/003

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing public procurement policies, regulations procedures and guidelines;
• Monitoring compliance with public procurement and asset disposal act, 2015, and regulations; process tender for procurement of goods and services as per laid down policies and procedures;
• Approving orders and requisitions;
• Coordinating with legal and user departments in drawing and managing procurement contracts;
• Developing procurement plans in liaison with users and as per the requirements and facilitate execution; and implementing of e- procurement strategies.
• Ensuring provision of secretariat services to the procurement committees;
• Coordinating the disposal of unserviceable stores as per the established regulations;
• Maintaining manual and computerized database of procurement transactions at the Authority;
• Monitoring development and implementation of procurement systems for security and safe custody of the Authority’s assets; and
• Ensuring maintenance of assets register as per the procurement and assets disposal act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a
• recognized institution
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing public procurement policies, regulations procedures and guidelines;
• Monitoring compliance with public procurement and asset disposal act, 2015, and regulations; process tender for procurement of goods and services as per laid down policies and procedures;
• Approving orders and requisitions;
• Coordinating with legal and user departments in drawing and managing procurement contracts;
• Developing procurement plans in liaison with users and as per the requirements and facilitate execution; and implementing of e- procurement strategies.
• Ensuring provision of secretariat services to the procurement committees;
• Coordinating the disposal of unserviceable stores as per the established regulations;
• Maintaining manual and computerized database of procurement transactions at the Authority;
• Monitoring development and implementation of procurement systems for security and safe custody of the Authority’s assets; and
• Ensuring maintenance of assets register as per the procurement and assets disposal act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a
• recognized institution
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing public procurement policies, regulations procedures and guidelines;
• Monitoring compliance with public procurement and asset disposal act, 2015, and regulations; process tender for procurement of goods and services as per laid down policies and procedures;
• Approving orders and requisitions;
• Coordinating with legal and user departments in drawing and managing procurement contracts;
• Developing procurement plans in liaison with users and as per the requirements and facilitate execution; and implementing of e- procurement strategies.
• Ensuring provision of secretariat services to the procurement committees;
• Coordinating the disposal of unserviceable stores as per the established regulations;
• Maintaining manual and computerized database of procurement transactions at the Authority;
• Monitoring development and implementation of procurement systems for security and safe custody of the Authority’s assets; and
• Ensuring maintenance of assets register as per the procurement and assets disposal act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a
• recognized institution
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
• Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

Experience

•  A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector

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Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

PLANNING

• Coordinate the development, implementing and reviewing the Authority internal policies, regulations, guidelines;
• Developing the agenda items for management on issues of corporate planning and Resource Mobilization;
• Ensure alignment the Authority’s strategies with national and county policies, plans and strategies;
• Coordinating corporate performance management process of all the departments and divisions at the Authority;
• Coordinate the development of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual organizational performance reports;
• Ensure preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Authority’s work plans and Performance Contract (PC).
• Ensuring production of quality planning reports
• Guiding the performance contracting process for the Authority
• Developing, implementing and reviewing resource mobilization, strategies and programmes;

MONITORING AND EVALUATION

•  Developing tools for corporate monitoring and evaluation
• Carrying out corporate monitoring and evaluation;
• Identify, formulate, examine, analyses and initiate review of policies touching on the Authority’s programs and services
• Participate in preparation of policy position papers
• Participating in the performance contracting process for the Authority
• Prepare, collect data, analyses, report, monitor and evaluate Performance Contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy, Medicine, Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or any other related field from a recognized University.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Professional qualification. Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management, Business Development, Development Studies, and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management, Business Development, Development Studies, and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications; Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector.

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SP/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Steering the implementation of the Authority’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework;
• Identifying likely risks of the project and providing mitigating measures to guide implementation;
• Identifying issues relating to QMS, HSE and risks within project implementation and explore potential solutions and appropriate
• implementation of solutions in the Authority; developing and implementing appropriate Risk Management Strategies and Policies for the Authority;
• Ensure QMS, HSE and risk-adjusted management of all projects to ensure both fiscal and operational continuity;
• Reviewing of the Documented Processes in liaison with the users until they are uploaded to Q-Pulse for approval by Departmental Managers;
• Oversee training of staff on ISO 9001:2015 and other Management Standards;
• Guiding staff on the implementation and review of ISO 9001:2015

Requirements, 

QMS, HSE and also including Risk Management in the Authority;

• Plan, Schedule and Conduct of Internal ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Audits;
• Monitoring the key corporate risks and exposures, and escalate the priority issues to the CEO or Directors;
• Providing secretariat services to the Central Risk Steering Committee;
• Evaluating the Enterprise Risk Management Framework against the evolving best practices in risk management;
• Reviewing the key risk indicators applied across the Authority and their appropriateness; and
• Ensuring the development, rollout and review of QMS, HSE and Risk Management Information System as a repository for risk data and information in the Authority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Professional qualification, where applicable
• Membership to a professional body where applicable
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector.

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/SP/2022/001

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

PLANNING

• Coordinate the development, implementing and reviewing the Authority internal policies, regulations, guidelines;
• Developing the agenda items for management on issues of corporate planning and Resource Mobilization;
• Ensure alignment the Authority’s strategies with national and county policies, plans and strategies;
• Coordinating corporate performance management process of all the departments and divisions at the Authority;
• Coordinate the development of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual organizational performance reports;
• Ensure preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Authority’s work plans and Performance Contract (PC).
• Ensuring production of quality planning reports
• Guiding the performance contracting process for the Authority
• Developing, implementing and reviewing resource mobilization, strategies and programmes;

MONITORING AND EVALUATION

•  Developing tools for corporate monitoring and evaluation
• Carrying out corporate monitoring and evaluation;
• Identify, formulate, examine, analyses and initiate review of policies touching on the Authority’s programs and services
• Participate in preparation of policy position papers
• Participating in the performance contracting process for the Authority
• Prepare, collect data, analyses, report, monitor and evaluate Performance Contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy, Medicine, Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or any other related field from a recognized University.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Professional qualification. Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management, Business Development, Development Studies, and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management, Business Development, Development Studies, and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications; Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector.

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/PRM/2022/003

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Development of resource mobilization strategies;
• Developing funding proposals for resource mobilization and drafting of negotiation documents;
• Developing and updating donor and development partners database and funded projects and programmes;
• Assessing and evaluating various externally funded projects and programs;
• Preparing reports on funding and resource mobilization activities and programmes.
• Develop and implement the social enterprise strategy to diversify revenue streams.
• Mobilizing financial and non-financial resources from private sectors entities, individuals, and corporate agencies
• Monitor donor reporting and grant expenditure deadlines;
• Providing input in the development and implementation of mobilization policies and strategies for sourcing of funds from individuals, bilateral,
• multi- lateral, and private organizations;
• Reviewing and analyzing the partnership database for policy decisions;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Marketing, Planning, Economics, Commerce, or other business/ Health related field from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines Business Management, Marketing, Planning, Economics, Commerce, or other business/ Health related field from a recognized institution
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Be a member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in use of MS Office applications and ERP platform; and
• Met the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Demonstrated experience in securing funds for development organizations from the global community, donors and the private sector;

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/PRM/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Development of resource mobilization strategies;
• Developing funding proposals for resource mobilization and drafting of negotiation documents;
• Developing and updating donor and development partners database and funded projects and programmes;
• Assessing and evaluating various externally funded projects and programs;
• Preparing reports on funding and resource mobilization activities and programmes.
• Develop and implement the social enterprise strategy to diversify revenue streams.
• Mobilizing financial and non-financial resources from private sectors entities, individuals and corporate agencies
• Monitor donor reporting and grant expenditure deadlines;
• Providing input in the development and implementation of mobilization policies and strategies for sourcing of funds from individuals, bilateral, multi- lateral and private organizations;
• Reviewing and analyzing the partnership database for policy decisions;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Marketing, Planning, Economics, Commerce, or other business/ Health related field from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines Business Management, Marketing, Planning, Economics, Commerce, or other business/ Health related field from a recognized institution
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Be a member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in use of MS Office applications and ERP platform; and
• Met the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Demonstrated experience in securing funds for development organizations from the global community, donors and the private sector;

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

Personal Qualities

• Proposal writing skills
• Ability to creatively solve problems
• Good analytical skills in developing and implementing resource mobilization strategies
• Negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and reporting skills;
• Emotional and social intelligence skills;
• Managerial skills;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/PRM/2022/001

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of resource mobilization strategies
• Spearheading proposal development efforts and submission of winning grant proposals.
• Monitoring and maintaining the proposal pipeline and generate regular reports.
• Engaging in donor relationship management to ensure donor retention and upgrades.
• Identifying capacity development needs of the Authority in relation to fundraising and resource mobilization activities.
• developing a resource mobilization Work plan and constantly follow-up the implementation of the plan
• Processing of agreements in connection with funding opportunities and ensure effective and timely follow-up in terms of submission of reports to the donors and grant renewal proposals.
• Ensuring that fundraising and resource mobilization information are up to date
• Ensuring effective maintenance and updating of records of partners’ support;
• Coordinating the development and execution of work plans, budgets and progress reports;
• Collaboration with relevant directorates on the identification and development of programmes for resource mobilization and partnerships;
• Liaising with external partners, government agencies, donors, community leaders, and other stakeholders on resource mobilization and partnership;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a
• recognized institution
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in use of MS Office applications and ERP platform; and
• Met the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Demonstrated experience in securing funds for development organizations

Experience

• A minimum period of twelve (12) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/IARA/2022/004

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing internal audit policies, strategies and regulations;
• Developing and reviewing internal audit guidelines, processes and procedures;
• Analyzing data on periodical financial returns, estimates and expenditure;
• Preparing audit operational plans, budget and coordinating audit teams in implementing work plans;
• Confirming the propriety and accuracy of the transactions and provide recommendations;
• Auditing and analyzing the adequacy of internal policies, procedures, processes and systems to ensure necessary and recommend sufficient internal controls;
• Ensuring the Service complies with the relevant internal audit policies, regulations, procedures, administrative government circulars and guidelines;
• Carrying out research and benchmark on auditing and emerging technologies;
• Undertaking complex Internal audits including annual accounts;
• Coordinating the carrying out of special audit assignments as need arises and following up on audit reviews;
• Liaising with external auditors and following up on the implementation of audit recommendations;
• Coordinating on the carrying out of audit checks and identifying any accounting errors, cases of fraud and initiating investigations;
• Recommending on adoption and implementation of effective auditing system and processes;
• Coordinating risk assessment, measurement and management and make recommendations for management decision;
• Following up on implementation of audit recommendations and preparing audit report; and
• Analyzing and evaluating audit reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and or CFE (Certified Fraud Examination) OR Be a Member of the IIA/ISPAK in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Development Course from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/IARA/2022/003

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing internal audit policies, strategies and regulations;
• Developing and reviewing internal audit guidelines, processes and procedures;
• Analyzing data on periodical financial returns, estimates and expenditure;
• Preparing audit operational plans, budget and coordinating audit teams in implementing work plans;
• Confirming the propriety and accuracy of the transactions and provide recommendations;
• Auditing and analyzing the adequacy of internal policies, procedures, processes and systems to ensure necessary and recommend sufficient internal controls;
• Ensuring the Service complies with the relevant internal audit policies, regulations, procedures, administrative government circulars and guidelines;
• Carrying out research and benchmark on auditing and emerging technologies;
• Undertaking complex Internal audits including annual accounts;
• Coordinating the carrying out of special audit assignments as need arises and following up on audit reviews;
• Liaising with external auditors and following up on the implementation of audit recommendations;
• Coordinating on the carrying out of audit checks and identifying any accounting errors, cases of fraud and initiating investigations;
• Recommending on adoption and implementation of effective auditing system and processes;
• Coordinating risk assessment, measurement and management and make recommendations for management decision;
• Following up on implementation of audit recommendations and preparing audit report; and
• Analyzing and evaluating audit reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and or CFE (Certified Fraud Examination) OR Be a Member of the IIA/ISPAK in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Development Course from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Secto

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/IARA/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing internal audit policies, strategies and regulations;
• Developing and reviewing internal audit guidelines, processes and procedures;
• Analyzing data on periodical financial returns, estimates and expenditure;
• Preparing audit operational plans, budget and coordinating audit teams in implementing work plans;
• Confirming the propriety and accuracy of the transactions and provide recommendations;
• Auditing and analyzing the adequacy of internal policies, procedures, processes and systems to ensure necessary and recommend sufficient internal controls;
• Ensuring the Service complies with the relevant internal audit policies, regulations, procedures, administrative government circulars and guidelines;
• Carrying out research and benchmark on auditing and emerging technologies;
• Undertaking complex Internal audits including annual accounts;
• Coordinating the carrying out of special audit assignments as need arises and following up on audit reviews;
• Liaising with external auditors and following up on the implementation of audit recommendations;
• Coordinating on the carrying out of audit checks and identifying any accounting errors, cases of fraud and initiating investigations;
• Recommending on adoption and implementation of effective auditing system and processes;
• Coordinating risk assessment, measurement and management and make recommendations for management decision;
• Following up on implementation of audit recommendations and preparing audit report; and
• Analyzing and evaluating audit reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and or CFE (Certified Fraud Examination) OR Be a Member of the IIA/ISPAK in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Development Course from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) in relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Secto

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/IARA/2022/001

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Implementing internal audit policies, strategies and regulations;
• Developing and reviewing internal audit guidelines, processes and procedures;
• Analyzing data on periodical financial returns, estimates and expenditure;
• Preparing audit operational plans, budget and coordinating audit teams in implementing work plans;
• Confirming the propriety and accuracy of the transactions and provide recommendations;
• Auditing and analyzing the adequacy of internal policies, procedures, processes and systems to ensure necessary and recommend sufficient internal controls;
• Ensuring the Service complies with the relevant internal audit policies, regulations, procedures, administrative government circulars and guidelines;
• Carrying out research and benchmark on auditing and emerging technologies;
• Undertaking complex Internal audits including annual accounts;
• Coordinating the carrying out of special audit assignments as need arises and following up on audit reviews;
• Liaising with external auditors and following up on the implementation of audit recommendations;
• Coordinating on the carrying out of audit checks and identifying any accounting errors, cases of fraud and initiating investigations;
• Recommending on adoption and implementation of effective auditing system and processes;
• Coordinating risk assessment, measurement and management and make recommendations for management decision;
• Following up on implementation of audit recommendations and preparing audit report; and
• Analyzing and evaluating audit reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and or CFE (Certified Fraud Examination) OR Be a Member of the IIA/ISPAK in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Development Course from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of twelve (12) in relevant work experience and at least four (4) in a supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Secto

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/HPT/2022/004

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement in the department
• Creating a team environment that supports transparent communication and ownership of responsibility.
• Providing guidance and support while empowering the team to be innovative using their expertise and knowledge to make decisions.
• Setting performance targets and monitor performance for all staff in the department
• Providing career development, coaching, training and skill building for all staff in the HPT Planning & Market Research to meet both organizational and personal development goals
• Ensuring the HPT supply chain processes are supporting sound financial practices and operational efficiencies.
• Developing the supply chain budget with regular monitoring of actual expenditure against forecast and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Managing of inventory assets and controls; annual count/cycle counting
• Coordinate supply planning through forecasting and preparation of procurement plans;
• Providing oversight on inventory planning, forecasting, minimum order quantity, obsolete inventory strategy
• Developing and review the HPT inventory management policy on a periodic basis
• Ensuring accurate inventory management of HPT supply plan, schedule receipts;
• Overseeing market research to inform procurement strategies
• Ensuring levelling of warehouse and distribution resources to meet customer requirements
• Leading cross functional projects across the business to effectively drive improvements in logistics costs and service delivery
• Monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators in HPT planning and market research to ensure that customer/stakeholder requirements and supply chain metrics are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in the following disciplines: Business, Commerce, Health Care Management, Health Economics, Health Systems Management, Nursing, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in the following disciplines: Business, Health Economics, Supply Chain Management or another relevant field;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/HPT/2022/003:

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Overseeing the activity of the HPT Compliance department and staff, developing, implementing, and maintaining a system of quality and reliability testing for HPTs;
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and any agreed protocols;
• Ensuring the HPT Compliance processes are supporting sound financial practices and operational efficiencies;
• Communicating quality standards and parameters to QA team and other appropriate staff;
• Ensuring proper classification of all HPTs within the KEMSA supply chain and transmit these reports to Authority Management and the Ministry of Health for coding of HPTs in the country;
• Ensuring technical specifications of HPT tenders meet quality standards
• Ensuring transport tender specifications meet GDPs
• Ensuring transporters meet Good Distribution Practices as guided by relevant regulatory bodies;
• Coordinating routine quality testing of HPTs in collaboration with regulatory bodies and accredited testing agencies;
• Ensuring warehouse and distribution SOPs meet GDP guidelines;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy;
• Master’s Degree in the following disciplines: Business Administration, Health Care Management, Health Systems Management and Public Health;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least four (4) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/HPT/2022/002

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• 1Promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement in the department
• Creating a team environment that supports transparent communication and ownership of responsibility.
• Providing guidance and support while empowering the team to be innovative using their expertise and knowledge to make decisions.
• Setting performance targets and monitor performance for all staff in the department
• Providing career development, coaching, training and skill building for all staff in the HPT Planning & Market Research to meet both organizational and personal development goals
• Ensuring the HPT supply chain processes are supporting sound financial practices and operational efficiencies.
• Developing the logistics budget with regular monitoring of actual expenditure against forecast and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Planning, directing and coordinating all activities of the warehouse;
• Coordinate warehousing at central stores and comply with Good Distribution Practices (GDP);
• Optimizing warehouse processes including receipt, storage, order picking, packing, and dispatch schedules to meet customer requirements;
• Instituting mechanisms to guard against stock losses through expiries and damages;
• Undertaking continuous monitoring and evaluation of warehousing key performance indicators.
• Setting performance targets for staff in the warehouse division
• Providing career development, coaching, training and skill building for all staff in the warehouse division to meet both organizational and personal development goals; and
• Monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators in receiving, storage and order fulfilment to ensure that customer/stakeholder requirements and supply chain metrics are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in the following fields: Business, Commerce, Health Care Management, Health Economics, Health Systems Management, Nursing, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management.;
• Master’s Degree in the following fields; Business, Health Economics, Supply Chain Management;
• Membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Mangement course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Experience

• A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or Private Sector;

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Job Ref. No KEMSA/HPT/2022/001

Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities

• Providing leadership, management and effective operation of the HPT demand forecasting, supply planning, capacity planning, warehousing, distribution, and quality assurance of HPTs
• Developing HPT supply chain strategy and processes to deliver on KEMSA’s mandate
• Ensuring end to end visibility of the Supplier- KEMSA- health facility stores HPT supply chain
• Ensure the HPT supply chain processes are supporting sound financial practices and operational efficiencies.
• Developing supply chain budget with regular monitoring of actual expenditure against forecast and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinating the management of inventory assets and controls; annual count/cycle counting
• Coordinating HPT demand forecasting, supply planning, warehousing, distribution, and HPT quality assurance operations
• Ensuring warehouse, distribution operations are optimized to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and reliable products and services
• Ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP);
• Ensuring quality assurance and compliance of HPTs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
• Master’s Degree in the following fields Business, Health Economics, Supply Chain Management, or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Current registration by the Pharmacy & Poison’s board
• Current membership with the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Experience

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years in relevant work experience and at least four (4) in a Management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;