Position reference: ACT/CEO/001/2011
Act!, is a Kenyan non-governmental organisation that focuses on strengthening civil society organisations and communities through institutional and organisational capacity building. The heartbeat of Act! is to act.change.transform.
ACT: we are catalysts. We start things. We take action
CHANGE: we are change agents. Change is at the heart of everything we do
TRANSFORM: we are here for the long term. Our ultimate aim is to transform individuals, organisations, and communities and to be self-sustaining
We believe that empowered communities are able to independently address
challenges and constraints facing them with a view to earning a dignified
living, economic independence and political participation.Act!, is a Kenyan non-governmental organisation that focuses on strengthening civil society organisations and communities through institutional and organisational capacity building. The heartbeat of Act! is to act.change.transform.
ACT: we are catalysts. We start things. We take action
CHANGE: we are change agents. Change is at the heart of everything we do
TRANSFORM: we are here for the long term. Our ultimate aim is to transform individuals, organisations, and communities and to be self-sustaining
We work in four thematic areas of environment and natural resources management, conflict management and peace building, democracy and governance and women empowerment.
Established in September 2001, under its former name of Pact Kenya, ACT! has become a renowned civil society organisation not only in Kenya but within the region. It currently employs over 80 dedicated staff.
Are you a powerful leader with a passion to transform the lives of ordinary people and the ability to make that a reality? If the answer is yes and you are suitably qualified, Act!’s Board of Directors encourage you to apply for the position of Chief Executive Officer.
Key roles and responsibilities
Act!’s Chief Executive Officer is responsible for developing and implementing strategies in line with the organizations’ mission and vision while ensuring quality implementation of its programmes.
S/He ensures Act!’s systems and people are aligned to our business and keeps the organisation accountable and efficient. S/He provides oversight and direction to a Senior Management Team.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, will be the Secretary to the Board and will:
- provide
leadership in developing, revising and implementing strategies in line
with the organisation’s mission and vision
- ensure
all programmes adhere to Act!’s financial management systems, processes
and controls and that they are in compliance with good operating standards
- lead
in resource mobilisation to ensure the organisation’s thematic areas are
well resourced and implement Act!’s sustainability strategy
- oversee
recruitment, development and retention of a talented and motivated pool of
staff
- oversee
the development of annual work plans and quality implementation of
programmes
- ensure
the organisation meets all its statutory obligations and follows good
civil society practices
- represent
the organisation among public, private sector, donor agencies and partners
Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Competencies
The candidate must:
The candidate must:
- hold
a post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies, business
administration, or a development related field
- have
at least 15 years’ proven track record in leading and managing
organisations and/or development programmes as well as either being part
of a social movement or an active member of the civil society; 10 of these
years must be at a senior level.
- have
experience managing programmes in any two of Act!’s thematic areas
- have
managed an organisation or division with an annual budget of not less than
US$ 7 million
- have
experience in grant management programmes
- have
experience in capacity development
- be
a proponent of rights-based advocacy approaches and have excellent
networking skills
- be
excellent in communication and interpersonal skills and have a leadership
style that builds relationships, confidence and trust
- have
proven experience managing change in a large organisation
- demonstrate
good relationships with major funding agencies and government
(1) a detailed and current CV;
(2) an application cover letter demonstrating why they qualify for this position;
(3) contact information for 3 referees one of whom must be the current/immediate last employer; and
(4) indicate current remuneration package.
If you meet these requirements, please submit your motivation letter and CV electronically to hr.admin@act.or.ke , quoting the position reference number.
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.
Act! is an equal opportunities employer
Deadline for applications submission is 5:00pm Friday 18th November 2011
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