Director of Finance & Admin at National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Duty station: Nairobi

Responsibilities for the Director of Finance & Admin Job

• Develop and implement all financial, administrative strategies, policies and procedures to ensure overall achievement of the Authority’s mission.
• Ensure compliance of the Authority’s policies and procedures as outlined in the relevant manuals, accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Oversee the proper discharge of administrative duties of the directorate including supervision of personnel, financial management and operations.
• Ensure maintenance of effective budgetary process, budget monitoring and control systems.
• Coordinate preparation of financial statements, reports and analysis for Management and Authority’s Board.
• Ensure the Authority maintains adequate systems of Internal controls and risk management
• Liaise with relevant bodies and institutions on financial, human resource and administrative matters.
• Oversee effective management of the Authority’s investments and development of funding proposals.
• Oversee procurement operations and its adherence to the relevant laws/regulations.
• Provide direction on staff recruitment, performance management, reward and compensation, staff development and training, employee relations and welfare.
• Provide direction and oversight on use of optimal ICT infrastructure in the Authorities’ operations.
  Oversee security and safety of NACADA’s equipment and assets.
• Ensure leases, tenancy agreements and maintenance contracts are in place where necessary or applicable.

Requirements for the Director of Finance & Admin Job

• Master’s degree in Finance/Business Administration (Strategic Option)/Economics from a recognized University;
• Experience in similar position in the public service is an added advantage;
• Have at least CPA(K)/CPS (K) and a member with good standing with the relevant institute;
• Ten (10) years proven experience and track record in management of Finance, Human Resources and Administration functions with at least five (5) years at Senior management level;
• Thorough knowledge of Financial, Public Procurement, Labour laws and policies and procedures;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a participatory management style;
• Must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution 2010 on Integrity;
  Excellent capability for critical judgment, management and problem solving skills;