Vacancies at Kenya Water Towers Agency

Job Purpose

The position exists to provide strategic direction and leadership to ensure optimal utilization of the Agency’s resources and Management of day-to-day activities of Finance, Information Communication Technology, Communications, Human Resource and Administration functions of the KWTA. The position also provides exemplary stewardship for the attainment of service delivery in the areas of accounting, finance, Human Resource, ICT and administrative systems and procedures for effective service delivery.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities.

• Provide strategic leadership in the discharge of service delivery in accounting,  finance, Human Resource, ICT and administrative services. 
• Provide leadership in the development of policies, strategies, programs,  performance contracting and work plans in the Directorate.
• Oversee the development and implementation of sound financial management  policies and procedures. 
• Oversee the development and management of internal controls and compliance. 
• Oversee preparation of the Annual financial Statement of Accounts in  accordance with accounting standards and procedures. 
• Participate in the development and review of the Agency’s strategic plan; 
• Overseeing operations of ICT, Human Resources, Administration, Finance &  Accounting departments.
• Mobilize resources from the government; development partners and other  stakeholders 
• Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of training needs for the Agency;
• Providing oversight to the Agency’s human capital affairs, ensuring that the Agency has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives; 
• Coordinate the identification of procurement needs of the Directorate.
• Reviewing the Corporate Services business plans in line with the overall strategic  objectives and government performance contract;
• Oversee implementation of Communication Strategy.
• Offer expertise and advisory to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board on the  external landscape with respect to changing governmental legislation that  potentially affects and/or changes the financial, administrative, human resource  and IT requirements of the KWTA, including the new accounting standards in  order to continuously update; 
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard the financial  integrity of the KWTA, monitors contracts, and ensures compliance with  government regulations. 
• Prioritize resources allocated to the KWTA for the smooth implementation of the  mission, strategy, goals, risk policy plans and ensure the implementation of the  Resource Mobilization Strategy;
• Provide leadership in negotiation of grants and contracts to ensure that all  financial requirements meet the KWTA’s best interests;
• Oversight and responsibility for effective fiscal operations and reporting, human  resources and labour relations management, facilities management and  maintenance including capital development, auxiliary services, and public safety.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Review and submit work plans for the various Departments within the Directorate  to the Chief Executive Officer. 
• Participate in developing Public Private Partnership program and resource  mobilization strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate funds utilization and accountability.
• Provide up to date, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to  the management and the board.
• Providing oversight for effective records management operations;
• Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of Agency’s funds and Assets 
• Mentor and coach Directorate’s staff.
• Review, monitor and advice on the KWTA accounts, major capital expenditures  and performance at least on a quarterly basis;
• Provide regular financial reports to the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Finance  Committee. 
• Advice on current and/or anticipated changes in the financial position of the  Agency to ensure that all statutory requirements are met;
• Coordinate and oversee the annual audit.
• Work with the Chief Executive Officer and management team to proactively  eliminate financial and legal risk.
• Oversee the development and implementation of corruption prevention  programme in line with EACC recommendations;
• Review on a regular basis the adequacy and integrity of internal control and  management information systems including compliance with applicable laws,  regulations, rules and guidelines;
• Take leadership in enhancement of the institutional capacity, profile and  corporate image of the KWTA to facilitate effective positioning in the market;
• Oversee the implementation of recruitment policy, career guidelines, succession  planning policy and rewards and sanctions policy to achieve competitive and  integrated pay and benefits system;
• Guide the HR Team in the development of a performance management  framework and ensure the KWTA participates in PMS awards such as COYA for  best practices;
• Oversee the development and cascading of Performance Management to enhance  performance and service delivery;
• l) Oversee the annual customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction and work  environment surveys;
• Oversee the development, maintenance and evaluation of the KWTA-wide ICT  infrastructure to connect staff members and to facilitate effective project planning,  data sharing and information sharing within and between the campuses;
• Offer leadership in the development and implementation of an Enterprise  Resource Planning (ERP) system in order to gives a real-time view of data that can  enable Headquarter and Campuses to address concerns proactively and drive  financial improvements;
• Oversee the Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (ME&R) Framework and  develops, implements, adheres to and monitor compliance to internal financial  controls.

Job Dimensions: 
Financial Responsibility

• Holds Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE) estimate at KES. 800M
• Oversee preparation and submission of the Directorate’s procurement plan;
• Resource mobilization from the government; development partners and other  stakeholders as well as through payment for environmental services.

Responsibility for Physical Assets 

• Responsible for physical assets assigned by the Agency
• Provide oversight for all Directorate’s physical assets 

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Makes strategic, operational and financial decisions.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly at the office with occasional field visits, travelling, long  working hours, demanding and strenuous.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). 
Academic qualifications 

• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business  Administration, Public Administration, Finance or any other equivalent  qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in either Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration,  Public Administration, Finance, or any other equivalent qualification from a  recognized institution;
• Doctorate degree will be an added advantage
• Meet requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya on  leadership and integrity.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies 

• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where  applicable;
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized  institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required. 

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

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Strong leadership and strong analytical skills
• Strategic and innovative thinking
• Strong interpersonal and Strong Communication skills 
• Negotiation & Networking skills

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Results orientated
• Attention to details
• Ability to mobilize resource

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Job Purpose 

To provide strategic direction and Leadership in Ecosystem Protection, Rehabilitation,  conservation and Sustainable Management of Water Towers in consultation with the  relevant stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks 

 Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Coordinate and oversee formulation and implementation of policies,  legislation, strategies relating to Water Towers Protection, Rehabilitation and Conservation;
• Develop policy and legislation in regard to collaboration, conservation and  management
• Coordinate and oversee the recovery and restoration of forest lands, wetlands  and biodiversity hot spots;
• Oversee conservation and protection of riparian zones;
• Oversee identification of water towers and watershed for protection in  consultation with relevant stakeholders;
• Oversee gazettement of water towers in consultation with relevant  stakeholders;
• Ensure compliance with conservation laws and legislation on local, national  international treaties and policies; 
• Advice the management on all matters relating to Protection, Rehabilitation and Conservation of Water Towers; 
• Involved in development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
• Mobilize resources from the government; development partners and other  stakeholders
• Guide on training needs for the Directorate’s staff;
• Ensure stakeholders participation in Water towers climate resilience forums
• Guide on requirements for manpower development and capacity building;
• Establish and manage administrative mechanisms to ensure appropriate management of protection, rehabilitation and conservation of water towers.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Guide implementation of programs, work plans and activities relating to the  Directorate;
• Maintain linkages with stakeholders on ecosystem protection, rehabilitation and conservation; 
• Review and present technical papers regarding Water Towers Protection, Rehabilitation and Conservation to the Technical Committee of the Board;
• Oversee preparation and submission of all quarterly and annual reports and  work plans for the Directorate;
• Oversee the execution of the approved Directorate’s work plans and budgets; 
• Oversee establishment and management of administrative mechanisms to  ensure appropriate protection, rehabilitation and conservation of Water  Towers
• Facilitate the preparation, implementation and management of performance  contracting for the Directorate
• Coordinate identification of procurement needs of the Directorate.
• Coordinate and oversee the operation of Joint Enforcement units for Water Towers Protection
• Participate in relevant committees in the Agency;
• Mentor and coach Directorate’s staff.

Job Dimensions: 

Financial Responsibility 

• Oversee development and implementation of the work plan and budget for the  Directorate
• Holds Authority to incur expenditure (AIE), an estimate of KES. 200Million
• Oversee preparation of the Procurement Plan for the Directorate
• Resource mobilization.

 Responsibility for Physical Assets 

• Responsible for the assigned assets such as assorted office equipment and motor  vehicles.

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Makes strategic decision
• Makes managerial decisions. 
• Makes operational decisions.

Working Conditions 

• Office setting and frequent field visits which exposing the office holder to bad  weather and poor terrain.
• The position is demanding, strenuous and involves long working hours resulting  in fatigue.
• Exposure to political risk.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). 
Academic qualifications 

• Masters degree in any of the following fields; Natural Resource Management,  Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Environmental  planning, Forestry Meteorology, Cartography, Hydrology, Botany, Ecology,  or any other relevant field from a recognized institution
• Bachelors degree in any of the following fields; Natural Resource  Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Environmental planning, Forestry Meteorology, Cartography, Hydrology, Botany, Ecology, or any other relevant field from a recognized institution
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of local, national and international  conventions and treaties governing water towers management;
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Kenya Water Towers Strategic  Management Issues, Kenya Vision 2030 and related National development  goals;
• Meet requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya on  leadership and integrity.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies 

• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where  applicable
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized  institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required. 

• At least twelve (12) years relevant work experience with at least 5 in senior  management

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes: 

Functional Skills

• Managerial and Leadership skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication skills
• Problem solving Skills
• Analytical skills
• Professionalism

Behavioral Competencies 

• Ability to articulate, interpret and implement National and International  policies and development goals
• Results orientated & self-driven
• Attention to detail
• Passion for continuous professional development
• Ethical & Integrity
• Proficiency in Computer Applications and usage of technology in the Work  Environment
• Self-confidence & Time Management
• Initiative to achieve expected result

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Job Purpose 

To provide strategic direction in the coordination of community partnerships and  promotion of sustainable livelihoods in the water towers.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks 

 Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Provide strategic direction on community partnerships and sustainable livelihoods  in the water towers. 
• Advice the management on sustainable livelihood programme and nature-based  business enterprises in the water towers. 
• Oversee formulation of strategies and policies on sustainable livelihood  programmes and nature-based business enterprises in the water towers.
• Oversee evaluation of project/ programmes viability and advise on their effective  implementations
• Oversee establishment of innovative approaches for sustainable management of  Water Towers ecosystem;
• Promote and coordinate partnerships towards sustainable management of water  towers within the Region, sub- region and in all the forty-seven Counties
• Oversee Implementation of sustainable community livelihood programmes  in all the water towers ecosystem within the forty-seven Counties;
• Coordinate implementation of Green Economy, Blue Economy and  mainstreaming of climate change adaptation within water towers ecosystem;
• Coordinate Multilateral Environmental Agreements and other International  & regional linkages;
• Support the development of National policy framework and legislation in  regard to collaboration, partnership and business development;
• Develop and Coordinate strategies for resources mobilization from local and  international funding mechanisms;
• Promote and coordinate partnerships towards sustainable management of  water towers within the Region, sub- region and in all the forty-seven  Counties in Kenya;
• Oversee development of community engagement framework
• Provide leadership in capacity development of communities and  stakeholders on nature-based business enterprises
• Oversee the development of strategies to support climate change mitigation  and adaptation interventions to reduce dependency on Water Towers  ecosystem resources by communities living around water towers.
• Oversee preparation and submission of all quarterly and annual reports and  work plans for the Directorate;
• Review and approve all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the  Directorate;
• Guide on training needs for the Directorate’s staff;
• Guide on requirements for manpower development and capacity building;
• Involved in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
• Coordinate identification of procurement needs of the Directorate.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Responsible for the implementation of all the decisions of the CEO and  Management
• Oversee the preparation and implementation of the Directorates annual work  plans and budgets;
• Oversee the preparation, implementation and management of the Directorate’s Performance Contract and procurement plan;
• Ensure preparation and submission of periodic status reports;
• Participate in relevant committees in the Agency;
• Review technical papers regarding Community Partnerships and Sustainable  Livelihoods for submission to the Technical and Strategy Committee of the Board;
•  Mentor and coach Directorate’s staff.

Job Dimensions: 

Financial Responsibility 

• Oversee development and implementation of the work plan and budget for the  Directorate
• Holds Authority to incur expenditure (AIE), an estimate of KES.100Million
• Oversee preparation of the Procurement Plan for the Directorate
• Resource mobilization.

Responsibility for Physical Assets 

• Responsible for the assigned assets such as assorted office equipment and motor  vehicles.

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Makes strategic decision
• Makes managerial decisions. 
• Makes operational decisions. 

Working Conditions 

• Office setting and frequent field visits which exposing the office holder to bad  weather and poor terrain.
• The position is demanding, strenuous and involves long working hours resulting  in fatigue.
• Exposure to political risk.

Job Competencies (Knowledge; Experience and Attributes / Skills). 

Academic qualifications 

• Master’s Degree in Natural Resources Sciences; Economics and Commerce or  any other related field from a recognized University;
• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources Sciences; Economics and Commerce or  any other related field from a recognized University;

A Doctorate is an added advantage;

• Have knowledge and a clear understanding of the Natural Resource  Management Sector;
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of local; national and international  conventions and treaties governing natural resource management;
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies 

• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where  applicable;
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized  institution;
• Proficiency in computer application.

Previous relevant work experience required. 

• A minimum period of twelve (12) years’ of relevant work experience at least five (5)  years relevant work experience in Senior Management.

Functional Skills; Behavioural Competencies/Attributes: 

• Strong leadership skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strategic and innovative thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills
• Networking skills
• Communication skills.

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Job Purpose

To provide independent, objective assurance and consulting activities aimed at improving the operations of the Board.  Assist the Board and Management in accomplishing its strategic objectives through  a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of  risk management, control and governance processes.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks 

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead in formulating and coordinating policies, strategies and procedures
• Provision of advice to the Board of Directors on emerging issues in internal  audit.
• Lead in direct research and investigations on emerging internal audit issues
• Lead liaison with oversight and standard setting bodies on emerging internal  audit issues
• Provide reasonable assurance on the state of risk management, control and  governance within the Agency;
• Direct the internal audit function in accordance with the established legal  framework and the International Professional Practices Framework of the  Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Direct the development of the three-year rolling internal audit strategic plan and supervise its implementation.
• Lead the development of departmental Risk Based Annual Work Plan
• Provide guidance and direction on investigations/special audits and formally  submits an opinion on all aspects of findings, conclusions and  Recommendations.
• Overseeing the review and evaluation of budgetary performance of the  Agency.
• Review and give strategic direction on the implementation of Institutional Risk  Management framework.
• Advice on the identification, monitoring and evaluation of risk management  strategies and test the efficacy of the risk assessment systems and provide  independent assurance on the risk management process on both design and  operation.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Provision of advice and secretariat services to the Audit Committee;
• Participate in the meetings of the Audit Committee as the head of Internal  Audit Department, an advisor and Secretary to Committee.
• Coordinate the preparation of the Annual Audit Committee report to the  Board of Directors.
• Review budgetary performance, financial management, transparency and  accountability mechanisms and processes;
• Monitoring management’s progress in implementing Internal Audit  Recommendations and report annually to the Board of Directors on the extent  to which management have implemented their action plans in response to  audit recommendations
• Provide Corporate Risk and Advisory Services by assisting the Audit Committee  and management discharge their risk management responsibilities and ensure  they are objective.
• Review key corporate risks and ensure they are well supported and reported
• Provides Technical assistance in the area of risk identification and assessment
• Review effectiveness of financial and non-financial performance management  systems;
• Coordination between the Management and the Office of the Auditor General  (OAG by establishing and maintaining a productive working relationship with  the OAG, to ensure coordination of audit activities during attest and other  audits to enhance opportunities for reliance and minimize overlap.
• Regulate, standardize and document internal audit activities.
• Provide mentorship and coaching of staff within the department.
• Monitoring and reporting on the Board overall risk profile;
• Coordinate the training and capacity building of Audit Committee Members  and Internal Audit staff.

Job Dimensions: 

Financial Responsibility

• Oversee development and implementation of the Internal Audit work plans  and budget;
• Responsible for management of resources under the Internal Audit budget.

Responsibility for Physical Assets 

• Responsible for safekeeping and general custodian of physical assets assigned  by the Agency that include; desktop computer, laptop, Ipad, office furniture,  office equipment, electronics and any other assets assigned to the job holder
• Oversee prudent utilization and safety of assets assigned to the Internal Audit  department.
• Responsible for the maintenance and safekeeping of final audit reports,  confidential information, manuals, legal documents and records.

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Provide advice to Management and Board on matters relating to Internal Audit.
• Policy formulation and implementation for the Department.
• Allocation of resources.
• Allocation of duties to staff.
• Format of reports and outcomes.
• Staff Performance appraisal and discipline.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office with occasional field visits, travelling,  extended working hours, Demanding, strenuous, political risk.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). 

Academic 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 university; 
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance  or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant  field from a recognized university;
• Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity as prescribed in  Chapter 6 of the constitution;

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Have passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent  qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and or be a Member  of the IIA or ISACA in good standing;
• Have attended a leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks  from a recognized institution;

Previous relevant work experience required.

• A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which  should have been in management.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Functional Skills

• Knowledge in International Professional Practice Framework for internal  auditing (IPPF)
• Understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives and  the ability to transform them into auditing standards, policies and  programmes.
• Knowledge of the constitution of Kenya, Country’s Public Sector Financial  Management, policies, relevant laws and regulation, standards and goals
• Knowledge of the International Public Sector Accounting and Internal Audit  Standards
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS),  International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes

• Ability to articulate, interpret and implement National and International  policies and development goals.
• Organisational, analytical, managerial and decision making abilities
• Creativity and innovation
• Integrity
• Technical problem solving
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Resource management skills
• Results-oriented, self-driven
• Appreciation and application of technology in the work environment
• Passion for continuous professional development
• Initiative to achieve expected results
• Team leadership
• Concern for quality and standards;
• Assertiveness and Self Confidence; and Time management.
• Computer Application skills.

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Job Purpose

• To provide Board’s Secretariat and Legal Services to the agency

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Provide guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities and on  matters of governance.
• Provide legal guidance on contractual and statutory obligations binding to  the Organization and legal duties for the Board.
• Provide guidance on governance and adherence to statutory obligations.
• Provide and interpret legal information, conducting training and disseminate  appropriate legal requirements to staff.
• Safeguard the Agency’s interests and ensuring that they are adequately  defended before the courts.
• Provides oversight to Management, review, and monitor progress of all  outstanding litigation.
• Provides strategic leadership in liaison with the Agency’s appointed 
• Advocates with a view to ensuring they act in the Agency’s interest while  handling cases on its behalf.
• Ensure the Agency complies with constitutional, regulatory and all relevant  laws in force through the provision of legal advisory services and contractual  risks are efficiently managed.
• Oversee the drafting, management, review and updating of all the Agency’s  codes, regulations, rules, guidelines, by-laws and treaties for consistency with  the constitution, each other, and also compliance with the National and  County Legal Frameworks.
• Directs establishment and management the Agency’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism.
• Guides Development of the Agency’s proactive and preventive legal policies  and strategies aimed at forestalling disputes, controversies and litigation.
• Oversee the establishment and management of the Legal Registry.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Assist the Board in carrying out; Board induction and training, Updating the  Board and Committee charters, Preparation of Board work plans, Board  evaluation, Governance audit, Implementation of the code of conduct and  Ethics. 
• Ensure that Board and Committee papers are circulated in advance of any  meeting. 
• Coordinate litigations for the Agency.
• Monitor’s the preparation of all Agency contracts, handle all litigation and  conveyance matters for the Agency 
• Oversee the preparation of all Agency contracts, handle all litigation and  conveyance matters for the Agency 
• Facilitate the development of all Bills and Policies that have bearing on the Agency’s mandate. 
• Monitor’s the establishment and management of the Agency’s Securities  Register for the custody and maintenance of securities, bonds or other  proprietary instruments resulting from the Agency’s transactional activities, as  required. 
• Implements Review different requests for approval, licenses both internal and  external for purposes of ascertaining legal soundness, make appropriate  recommendations and ensure proper implementation. 
• Monitor’s documentation and maintaining of records of all enforcement and  compliance assignments undertaken by the Authority’s personnel and  develop legal accountability structures in relation to enforcement  assignments.

Job Dimensions: 

Financial Responsibility

• Coordinate the development of work plans and budgets 
• Coordinate the development of procurement plans
• Prudent use of resources

Responsibility for Physical Assets 

• All physical assets assigned to the Job holder

Decision Making / Job Influence 

• Provide Strategic guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities and  on matters of governance. 
• Provide Strategic legal guidance to management.

Working Conditions

• Demanding. Long working hours. Occasional travel

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). 

Academic qualifications 

• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution; 
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business  Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a  recognized institution; 
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law; 
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya; 
• Must be certified public secretary 
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies 

• Member of the Law Society of Kenya
• Member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries
• Managerial course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized  institution;
• Proficiency in computer application.

Previous relevant work experience required. 

• A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which  should have been in management in the Public or Private Sector; 

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail