Ongoing Recruitment at Communications Authority of Kenya

Terms and Conditions of Service for the Advertised Positions

• The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual and other prevailing government Guidelines.
• Documents to be submitted by the applicants
• Applications MUST be accompanied by a signed Cover Letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with contacts for three (3) referees, a Copy of their National Identity Card, and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: -
• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for.
• Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director General. Duties and responsibilities  shall entail: -

• Provide advisory services to Management and the Board on Competition Management, universal service obligations, and consumer protection matters.
• Offer strategic guidance in the development and enforcement of competition policies, regulations, and market intervention mechanisms.
• Provide direction in the formulation and implementation of the Authority’s service delivery improvement strategies and initiatives.
• Oversee the management of competition in the ICT sector, ensuring fair, efficient, and competitive markets.
• Guide the development and application of economic regulatory strategies and mechanisms.
• Oversee relevant market assessments and interventions to address market failures.
• Supervise the preparation of statistical reports relating to market performance, competition indicators, and sector trends.
• Provide oversight in the development, review, and implementation of policies, regulatory and legal frameworks governing competition.
• Oversee the development of pricing policies, frameworks, and mechanisms to enhance affordability of communication services.
• Ensure efficient access to and use of communications services and systems across the sector.
• Ensure availability and affordability of communication services for persons with disabilities.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of consumer protection policies, regulations, guidelines, and mechanisms.
• Provide leadership on consumer education, outreach, and empowerment initiatives.
• Oversee the development, design, and delivery of consumer education and outreach programs.
• Guide the development and dissemination of consumer education materials and content to stakeholders and partners.
• Ensure demonstration of return on investment for consumer protection and public education campaigns.
• Make recommendations for effective consumer and public complaint handling, redress, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Provide leadership on policy advocacy initiatives relating to competition management and consumer protection.
• Provide strategic leadership in managing the Authority’s corporate reputation through effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including meaningful engagement with key partners. The role also ensures the Authority is effectively represented in regional and international ICT policy forums to advance and safeguard national interests.
• Offer strategic direction on communication initiatives that enhance consumer protection, promote public awareness, and strengthen stakeholder engagement.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following: -

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business related fields, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business related fields, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained at least fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position or in comparable position,
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing
• Valid practicing license where applicable,
• Certificate in Leadership Course  lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and results,
• Exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to Communication Authority’s mandate.

Additional Details        

• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Strong leadership skills.
• Project management skills
• Mentorship and  coaching skills,
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical skills

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director General. Duties and responsibilities  shall entail: -

• Provide strategic advice to Management and the Board on policies, strategies, and operational matters relating to financial management in support of the Authority’s overall strategic direction.
• Develop and implement sound financial management regulations, policies, strategies, procedures, and plans to enhance financial stewardship and performance.
• Establish and maintain effective internal financial controls to safeguard the Authority’s assets and ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability in financial operations.
• Ensure efficient and effective utilization of financial resources to support the Authority’s programmes and initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate the timely preparation of annual work plans, budget estimates, and cash flow projections.
• Oversee budgetary management and cost-control processes to ensure adherence to approved budgets and optimal resource utilization.
•  Implement, monitor, and review budget utilization across the Authority to ensure alignment with approved financial plans.
•  Oversee revenue management, treasury operations, and financial reporting in compliance with applicable laws and best practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts and other financial records in accordance with approved standards.
• Prepare financial reports and financial statements and submit them to relevant institutions as required by applicable legislation.
• Analyze and interpret financial reports and accounting records to inform decision-making by Management and the Board.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records and regularly review the Authority’s financial management systems to ensure effectiveness and accountability.
• Lead financial risk management initiatives to identify, mitigate, and manage financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial statutory requirements, regulations, policies, and Circulars.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Master’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained at least fifteen (15) years’ work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position or in a comparable position,
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing
• Valid practicing license from the relevant professional body where applicable,
• Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competency as reflected in work performance and results,
• Exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to Communication Authority’s mandate.

Additional Details        

• Strong communication and reporting skills,
• Strong leadership skills,
• Project management skills,
• Mentorship and  coaching skills,
• Attention to detail,
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director. Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

• Oversee, supervise, and organize activities of the Division
• Provide leadership and oversight in the Expenditure and Treasury function, including staff development, coaching, mentoring and performance appraisal.
• Participate in the formulation, implementation and review of finance policies and guidelines and internal controls that align with accounting standards laws, and statutes.
• Coordinate treasury functions, including the processing of payments, approval of payment vouchers, authorization of cheques, and payment instruction, payroll and taxes in line with the approved budget and in accordance with finance and statutory guidelines.
• Monitor and manage departmental budgets, ensuring expenditures align with approved budgets
• Manage banking facilities to ensure they meet the Authority's needs and confirm transactions with the bank thereof, including reconciliations, banking platforms, correspondences and safeguarding financial resources.
• Analyze investment portfolios and liquidity needs in all banks and advising management on the appropriate action.
• Maintain accurate financial records including, fixed assets register, depreciation, insurance, expenditure ledger, investments, creditor’s ledgers, and cash books.
• Promote a culture of integrity and ethical conduct, corruption prevention and mitigation strategies, robust system and processes of accountability, contributing to a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship;

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following: -

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Master’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained at least fifteen (15) years’ work experience, three (3) of which should have been in a management position or in a comparable position,
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing
• Valid practicing license from the relevant professional body where applicable,
• Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competency as reflected in work performance and results.

Additional Details        

• Leadership skills,
• Negotiation skills,
• Problem solving skills,
• Financial management skills,
• Planning and Organizing skills,
• Communication and Inter personal skills,
• Stakeholder management skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Conceptual Skills,
• Coaching and mentoring skills,
• Project management skills.

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director.Duties and responsibilities  shall entail: -

• Coordinating the Developing of regulatory instruments, interventions policies and legislation as necessary
• Providing professional advice on consumer issues.
• Establishing mechanisms to asses and address emerging consumer issues
• Coordinating the Developing consumer protection policies and procedures
• Coordinating the Implementation of public and consumer complaints policy and procedures
• Coordinating the implementation of mechanisms to monitor consumer trends and behavior and establish customer satisfaction level in the ICT market
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic stakeholders and partners for purposes of creating and enhancing consumer protection and developing/implementing consumer education and engagement initiatives
• Ensuring on licensee’s compliance levels with the Consumer Protection laws, Regulations and Guidelines
• Ensuring timely implementation of outcomes and recommendations
• Participating in scheduled consumer protection and education activities and as team leader, respond to questions from consumers or stakeholders
• Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the departmental annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans in line with the Board’s performance targets and strategic plan,
•  Lead in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the departmental has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, business continuity and succession management,
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the department and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs,
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the department,
• Oversee implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Department,
• Oversee development, implementation and review of corruption prevention and mitigation strategies in the department,
• Oversee implementation of a robust performance management system within the departments through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract and the strategic plan

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following: -

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business related fields, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business related fields, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained at least fifteen (15) years’ work experience, three (3) of which should have been in a management position or in a comparable position,
• Membership to a relevant professional body, and in Good Standing
• Valid practicing license where applicable,
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution,
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Additional Details        

• Leadership skills,
•  Negotiation skills,
• Problem solving skills,
• Financial management skills,
• Planning and Organizing skills,
• Communication and Interpersonal  skills,
• Stakeholder management skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Conceptual Skills,
• Networking skills,
• Coaching and mentoring skills,
• Project management skills.

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director. Duties and responsibilities  shall entail: -

• Providing advice in the development of organizational policy position papers,
• Developing of the Authority’s annual performance contract,
• Undertaking the development of institutional annual work plans,
• Developing quarterly, biannual and annual reports for the department,
• Developing organizational periodic strategic plans,
• Domesticating of performance contract guidelines to guide the cascading of performance contracting at the various levels of the organization,
• Monitoring the implementation of the corporate performance targets and reporting,
• Monitoring the implementation of the corporate performance targets and undertake reporting,
• Preparing, quarterly, semi-annual and annual corporate performance report,
• Liaising with the inter-agencies performance monitoring and evaluation teams and providing feedback,
• Developing periodic performance report and submitting to the relevant government performance management agencies in line with the communicated guidelines,
• Participating in national steering and oversight committees on performance review,
• Developing of corporate and departmental performance monitoring and evaluation tools,
• Undertake corporate research and acquisition of Intellectual Property (IP) rights,
• Liaise with departments on the monitoring of implementation milestone for the contracted corporate major projects and report,
• Conducting mid-term and end-term corporate performance assessment for the Authority’s strategy implementation and related programmes,
• Conducting annual performance review for the corporate performance contract and prepare report to the relevant performance monitoring agencies.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Strategic Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Policy, Project Planning and Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained at least  fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been in a management position or in comparable position,
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution,
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competency as reflected in work performance and results.

 Additional Skills

• Leadership skills
• Negotiation skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Financial management skills
• Planning and organizing skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Stakeholder management skills
• Analytical skills
• Conceptual skills
• Networking skills
• Coaching and mentoring abilities
• Project management skills

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        

An officer at this level  will work with the guidance of an Assistant  Director. The duties and responsibilities  for this position shall entail: -

• Developing, implementing and reviewing administration policies, strategies, standards, guidelines and procedures,
• Coordinating the provision of safe, healthy and conducive working environment in the Authority,
• Developing and maintaining an effective inventory control system to ensure efficient management of the Authority’s assets,
• Coordinating the acquisition of insurance covers of all the Authority’s assets to mitigate against risks,
• Coordinating  the processing of  insurance claims for both staff and the Authority across various lines (General, motor, group life, travel  and Group accident etc  to ensure timely settlement,
• Acting as a liaison  with the Insurance  Service providers  through facilitation of communication on all insurance related matters, including claims settlement, policy clarification, member education on scope of cover and renewal negotiations,
• Coordinating compliance reporting to ensure all insurance activities comply with relevant laws, internal policies and contractual obligations with the service providers
• Coordinating and managing outsourced services of the Authority under general administration
• Ensuring , maintenance and cleanliness of offices, equipment, facilities, and assets;
• Coordinating and managing payment for  utilities, bills,  leases, land rates and  courier services,
• Manging Service Level Agreements(SLA) with the  outsourced  service providers under  General Adminstration, to ensure adhererance to  Service Quality standards.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade, a person must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Public Administration, Business Administration, Insurance, Finance, Risk, Actuarial Studies, Political Science/Government, or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution,
• Attained at least Nine (9) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Senior Administration Officer or in a comparable position,
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable,
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a relevant institution;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications,
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Relevant certification in Insurance i.e Insurance Certificate of proficiency (COP, IIK, FLMI) Will be an added advantage.

Additional Details        

• Planning skills,
• Excellent Communications, interpersonal and  Reporting  Skills,
• Supervisory skills,
• Strong Analytical and Negotiation skills,
• Risk Management Awareness and Analysis,
•  Customer service orientation,
• Team player,
• High  level of Intergrity, Professionalism and Confidentiality,
• Familiarity with Insurance Systems, Excel  tracking tool, or ERPs for managing Insurance Data Workflows will be an added advantage.

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Terms and Conditions of Service for the Advertised Positions

• The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual and other prevailing government Guidelines.
• Documents to be submitted by the applicants
• Applications MUST be accompanied by a signed Cover Letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with contacts for three (3) referees, a Copy of their National Identity Card, and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: -
• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for.
• Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        

An officer at this level will work with the guidance of a Principal Officer Security. The duties and responsibilities for this position shall entail: -

• Attending the Authority’s Security Team meetings, the Sub-County Security Committee and other local Security Committee meetings on absence of the Principal Officer, where the Authority has vital installations,
• Support Supervision of Control room Officers and Contractual Security staff,
• Providing support in carrying out tests to ensure optimal security measures are in place.  This includes conducting security sweeps, penetration tests, intruder detection and alarm response tests, security surveys and internal security audits,
• Preparing draft requisitions for provision of security escort services: This may involve liaison with the Kenya Police,
• Receiving morning call-ups and Situation Reports on daily basis and as when required.
• Executing periodic inspection of existing security equipment in all facilities,
• Collecting and collate information on security threats and matters and share with Manager Security,
• Inspecting and ascertain that the Fire Marshals daily logs are properly updated,
• Inspecting and sign on daily basis, both Supervisor’s Handing over/Taking book and the Occurrence Book at the Main Gate and Control room respectively,
• Supporting the Authority’s Staff through liaising with law enforcement agencies, on resolution of matters that require such intervention,
• Assisting in preparation of Health & Safety reports,
• Supporting the enforcement of health and safety procedures by all staff including fire drills,
• Ensuring the Fire Exit Routes are clean and usable to enforce safe working practices amongst the employees and contractors within the Authority’s premises,
• Supporting the implementation and compliance to the Authority’s fire and safety policies,
• Performing Secretariat duties in HSE and Fire Marshals Committees.

 Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science/Governance or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Attained  at least (6) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Administration Officer I or in a comparable position,
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable,
• Certificate in Computer Applications,
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results,
• Fulfilled  the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• General knowledge of Kenyan Laws,
• Government Regulations pertaining to law enforcement,
• Strong communication and reporting skills,
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills,
• Team player and Integrity.

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Brief Description        
Detailed Description        

This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Receiving, reviewing and evaluating license applications for radiocommunications services in accordance with the market structure and laid down processes and procedures to ensure the applications meet requirements,
• Recommending the findings to the Communications Licensing Committee for consideration,
• Providing secretarial services to the Communications Licensing Committee.
• Drafting licenses to be issued to successful applicants in accordance with the market structure and laid down processes and procedures,
• Issuing licenses to radio-communications applicants in accordance with the market structure and laid down processes and procedures,
• Addressing industry issues in relation to operations and provide appropriate interventions/recommendations,
• Maintaining a database/register of all licensed radio-communication licensees
• Handling enquiries from external and internal customers related to radio-communication/frequency related licensing matters,
• Providing recommendations with regard to renewal and cancellation of radio communications licenses as appropriate,
• Initiating formulation of policies and guidelines for frequency planning and licensing and implement approved policies and procedures,
• Monitoring new and emerging wireless technologies, formulates and recommends appropriate licensing regimes,
• Performing spectrum engineering analysis and assigns frequencies,
• Assigning frequencies and issues radio frequency licenses to radio communication networks in accordance with CA Table of Frequency Allocation (TOFA),
• Reviewing and update Frequency Licensing information in the CA website,
• Maintaining and review tools, documents and publications required for Frequency Licensing activities and initiate requests for the same,
• Identifying specific national interest, developing national positions and championing the same at international fora, treaty and non-treaty conferences,
• Support the formulation of policies and guidelines for frequency licensing and implement approved policies and procedures,
• Support the development and regular review of the regulatory framework for radio communication, including market structure,
• Implement departmental projects and initiatives.

Job Requirements        

 For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Report writing and presentation skills,
• Communication skills,
• Problem-solving skills,
• Strong analytical skills.

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Brief Description        

Detailed Description 

This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Carrying  out on-site inspection of telecommunication and radio communication facilities,
• Carrying  out on-site measurements of technical parameters of radio communication facilities in aid of licensing or law enforcement,
• Collating , analyzing , and preparation of reports regarding the activities carried out,
• Performing  determination of the location of radio emissions (Direction Finding),
• Conducting  measurements of emissions of transmitter technical parameters of radio communication facilities in aid of licensing or law enforcement,
• Resolution of harmful radio spectrum interference,
• Collating , analyzing, and preparation of  reports regarding the frequency monitoring   activities,
• Monitoring supplier obligations concerning the maintenance of regulatory facilities,
• Carrying  out preventative maintenance on radio monitoring, telecom monitoring measuring equipment and test gears,
• Carrying  out limited corrective maintenance on radio monitoring, telecom monitoring measuring equipment, and test gears,
• Collating, analyzing, and preparing of reports regarding the status of monitoring and measurement facilities.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Experience with data engineering and/or analysis will be an added advantage,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Proficiency in computer application 
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills

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Brief Description

Detailed Description
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Support the formulation, maintenance, and review of the national Telecommunication Numbering and Addressing plans for Kenya,
• Support the formulation, review, and maintenance of the legal framework with respect to numbering plan,
• Liaising with other sections/ units to ensure those requesting for numbering resource assignments are inspected,
• Identification of suitable numbering resources and drafting of the required numbering assignment letters or authorizations for the Administration,
• Initiate requests for review of parameters and redesign of forms in liaison with the compliance team to facilitate collection of periodic telecommunications numbering and addressing utilization information,
• Maintains the database of Numbering Assignments, Reservations, and Reclamations of the telecommunication numbers, and addresses,
• Carry out basic research on numbering development,
• Initiate and participate in the carrying out of periodic audits on the usage of numbering resources,
• Carry out maintenance and monitoring of relevant data on ported numbers,
• Receiving and evaluating applications for numbering resources in accordance with the laid down processes and procedures to ensure the applications meet requirements,
• Initiating the development of strategic initiatives for the Numbering Division and providing updates to management on key areas of development and progress,
• Developing and regularly reviewing numbering, planning, and assignment framework,
• Responding to stakeholder queries via correspondence and on the phone with regard to standards,
• Carrying out planning and assignment of numbers for all communication services in the country.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or any other related field from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details

• Analytical skills,
• Risk Management skills,
• Interpersonal skills,
• Effective Communication skills,
• Ability to mobilize resources,
• Negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving skills,

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Brief Description
Detailed Description

This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Participate in the development and implementation of the National Cyber Security Governance instruments including policies, laws, strategies, and standards,
• Participate in cyber security advocacy, awareness, as well as capacity and capability development,
• Advise the on new and emerging technological and regulatory trends in line with the Strategic plan 2023-2027 and beyond,
• Participate in gathering and dissemination of technical information on cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, security fixes and other security information, as well as issuing alerts and warnings,
• Implement the operations of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI),
• Implement the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework,
• Technical liaison with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, industry and implementation of new and emerging technologies and services relates to cyber security management,
• Gathering and dissemination of technical information on cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, security fixes and other security information, as well as issuing alerts and warnings,
• Development and implementation of the cyber security management framework including cyber investigations analysis and forensics, cyber security analysis and cyber security research and development,
• Manage the cyber incident handling processes with regards to the cyber investigations analysis and forensics,
• Development and implementation of a National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework for the ICT and Telcom Sector,
• Development and management of the cyber security systems,
• Development and management of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI) framework,
• Support in the management of the National KE-CIRT/CC’s 24/7 National Cyber Security Monitoring Centre,
• Providing technical advice on the development, acquisition and implementation of cyber-security related tools,
• Implementation of the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework,
• Cyber security systems development,
• Technical liaison with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, industry and other stakeholders in the development of new and emerging technologies relating to cyber security management,
• Liaising with the local sector Computer Incident Response Teams (CIRTs), regional CIRTs, international CIRTs and other related organizations,
• Conduct the technical research and analysis on computer security, related technologies and advising on new trends,
• Preparation and management of the Division and Departmental annual budget and Procurement plan,
• Participating in the effective implementation of the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security and Management System (ISMS) and the ISO/IEC 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) standards.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, Software Engineering, or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details

• Strong analytical skills
• Sound decision-making skills
• Risk Management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills

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Detailed Description 
 
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Ensuring land rates and rents are paid on time,
• Attending to tenants complaints at the Authority’s residential Estate and carry out regular inspection of the structures to check for any leakage, seepage and cracks,
• Maintaining and updating the inventory of tenancy  agreements for CA Residential properties,
• Updating the log of repairs and schedule of maintenance of all assets in liaison with other departments,
• Preparation and maintenance of the assets register,
• Maintaing and update of  furniture and office equipment inventory,
• Updating and monitoring the validity of maintenance contracts for service providers,
• Drafting bills of quantities for repair works,
• Regular inspection of all storage tanks piping and drainage to ensure they are in good condition,
• Assist in preparation of requisitions,
• Assist in allocation of office space and ensure that Office furniture and equipment are arranged and maintained,
• Assist in Preparation of reports on defective components including wear and tear, leakages, seepage, cracks among others.

Job Requirements        

 For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Relevant bachelor’s degree in built environment, i.e. Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity survey, Real estate, Land economics, Facilities Management courses or Equivalent Qualification from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Property  administration,
• Facilities   Management,
• Report writing and presentation skills,
• Communication skills,
• Problem solving skills,
• Planning and Organizing skills,
• Interpersonal skills,
• Negotiation skills,
• Tact and Diplomacy.

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Processing  Insurance claims for both staff and the Authority (general, motor, group life, travel etc.),
• Assessing and validatation of submitted documentation for completeness and accuracy before forwarding to brokers or underwriters,
• Monitoring claims status, ensuring timely resolution and escalating delayed or complex claims as required,
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date claims, records and databases,
• Supporting  staff education on scope of cover and entitlements,
• Supporting  the annual policy renewal process by compiling required data and liaising with brokers, underwriters,  and the supply chain management Department,
• Provision of  insurance data insights to inform budgeting, risk exposure management, and staff wellness initiatives,
• Responding to staff inquiries on insurance coverage, claims processes, and benefit    entitlements,
• Providing onboarding support to new employees, orienting them on available insurance benefits and claims procedures,
• Processing payments for outsourced services and utilities,
• Safeguaring  administrative files and maintain proper storage,
• Perform any other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines - Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science/Governance, Bcom Finance, Actuarial, Risk or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Certificate in Computer Applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Team Player,
• Research Proficiency,
• Proficiency in  IT,
• Communication and reporting skills,
• Interpersonal skills

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Supporting Fund Mobilization,
• Supporting Development and implementation of USF Strategy,
• Participating in identification of ICT access gaps in areas considered as un-served, under-served and hard-to-serve,
• Participating in drafting development of Terms of Reference to facilitate development of approved Fund Projects tender documentation,
• Participating in field visit to implement project baselines surveys,
• Provide inputs in draft reports,
• Participating in providing inputs Project budget estimates and monitor Expenditure.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Team Player,
• Research Proficiency,
• Knowledge of ICT Sector,
• Communication and reporting skills,
•  Interpersonal skills.

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Terms and Conditions of Service for the Advertised Positions

• The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual and other prevailing government Guidelines.
• Documents to be submitted by the applicants
• Applications MUST be accompanied by a signed Cover Letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with contacts for three (3) referees, a Copy of their National Identity Card, and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: -
• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for.
• Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

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Terms and Conditions of Service for the Advertised Positions

• The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual and other prevailing government Guidelines.
• Documents to be submitted by the applicants
• Applications MUST be accompanied by a signed Cover Letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with contacts for three (3) referees, a Copy of their National Identity Card, and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: -
• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for.
• Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Overseeing and managing litigation portfolio including preparing legal documents, filling court pleadings and coordinating with external counsel,
• Preparing and maintaining requisite reports to Board and management,
• Compiling relevant evidence and other information on cases,
• Work closely with other Departments to align litigation strategies with organizational goals and governance standards,
• Developing and implementing strategies to minimize legal and financial risks, including proactive measures on how to avoid litigation,
• Representing the Authority in Courts, Tribunals and other quasi-judicial bodies,
• Drafting responses to legal queries, general correspondence and pleadings,
• Compiling relevant evidence and other information on cases,
• Undertaking legal research to inform legal opinions, training and compliance guidelines issued by the department,
• Representing the Authority and Kenya in International Forums aimed at presenting the position of Kenya in ICT sector and policy formulations,
• Identifying , assessing and resolving legal disputes arising from regulatory decisions , contracts or stakeholder interactions ensuring timely and effective outcomes,
• Provision of internal legal guidance to departments on potential litigation risks and strategies to mitigate them,  supporting informed decision making,
• Development of the departmental budget.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

•  Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized institution,
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law,
• Registration as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya,
• Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body in good standing,
• Valid Practicing Certificate,
• Proficiency in Computers Applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

Additional Details        

• Strong communication and reporting skills,
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills,
• Team player,
• Drafting skills.
•  Integrity.

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Reviewing contracts and agreements to identify clauses that could lead to disputes ,ensuring terms protect the Authority’s interests,
• Drafting, negotiating and vetting contracts, leases and other legal instruments,
• Handling conveyancing matters touching on the Authority’s lands and mortgage by staff,
• Provision of internal guidance to departments on contractual or conveyancing matters, risks and strategies to mitigate them, supporting informed decision making,
• Preparing and maintaining requisite reports to the Board and Management,
• Closely work with other departments to align commercial strategies with organizational goals and governance standards,
• Developing and implementing strategies to minimize legal and financial risks including proactive measures   on how  to avoid contractual disputes,
• Representing the Authority and Kenya in International Fora aimed at presenting the position of Kenya in ICT sector and policy formulation, Development of the departmental budget.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognised institution,
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law,
• Registration as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya,
• Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body in good standing,,
• Valid Practicing Certificate,
• Proficiency in Computers Applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

Additional Details        

• Strong communication and reporting skills,
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills,
• Team player,
• Drafting skills.
• Integrity.

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Receiving and evaluating applications for multimedia services in accordance with the market structure and laid down processes and procedures to ensure the applications meet requirements,
• Recommending the findings to the Communications Licensing Committee for consideration,
• Providing secretarial services to the Communications Licensing Committee,
• Issuing licenses to multimedia applicants in accordance with the market structure and laid down processes and procedures,
• Processing license renewals in line with established processes and procedures,
• Addressing industry issues in relation to operations and provide appropriate interventions/recommendations,
• Maintaining a database/register of all licensed multimedia licensees,
• Providing input with regard to developments of guidelines and policies, review of regulations legislation, and ICT policy with respect to multimedia licensing and market development.
• Ensuring received license applications are processed efficiently and outcomes are delivered to customers within stipulated periods,
• Providing inputs for management papers related to licensing,
• Identifying specific national interest, developing national positions and champion the same at international fora, treaty and non-treaty conferences.

Job Requirements        

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Statistics or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Analytical skills
• Effective communication skills
• Innovative thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills

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Detailed Description        
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision and guidance of an Office Administrator. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

• Ensuring general office cleanliness,
• Collecting and dispatching mail,
• Preparing and serving beverages,
• Ensuring safe custody of the office facilities.

Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D (Plain) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

• Communication Skills,
•  Organizational & Time Management,
• Integrity,
• Teamwork.