The National Council
for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) is a State Corporation established in
November, 2004 by an Act of Parliament (Persons with Disabilities Act 2003)
with the mandate to formulate and implement policies that are geared towards
mainstreaming persons with disabilities to the National economy.
To achieve this mandate, the Board seeks to fill the following positions which
have fallen vacantDirector / Chief Executive Officer
NCPD 1
1 Post
Job Summary: Reporting to the Council Board, the Executive Director will provide visionary leadership through implementation of the Board’s decisions in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporation’s goal, objectives and agreed performance targets.
Job Summary: Reporting to the Council Board, the Executive Director will provide visionary leadership through implementation of the Board’s decisions in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporation’s goal, objectives and agreed performance targets.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
The successful candidate will:
- Ensure
that NCPWD has a long-range strategy which achieves its Mission, and
towards which it makes consistent and timely progress.
- Publicize
the activities of the organization, its programs and goals.
- See
that the Board is kept fully informed on the condition of the NCPWD and
all important factors influencing it
- Responsible
for the day today management of the Council affairs
- Serving
as the Secretary to the Council Board
- Providing
leadership and strategic direction in developing program, organizational
and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carry out
plans and policies authorized by the Board.
- The
accounting officer of the Council;
- Serve
as the link between the Board and the members of staff;
- facilitating
and recommending to the Board the long term strategies, business plans and
annual operating budgets and establishing proper internal monitoring and
control systems and procedures;
- Implement
and review the strategic plan to advance the organization’s vision,
mission and objectives;
- Ensure
compliance and implementation of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2003
and other national and international instruments relevant to Persons With
Disabilities;
- Collaborate
with key local, international partners and other stakeholders to promote
the rights and development of persons with disabilities;
- Oversee
the implementation of organization operational procedures, policies and
standards;
- Oversee
operations of the Council including management of the Council assets
including Human, Financial and other resources;
- Ensure
that annual systems Audit is conducted and recommendations addressed;
- Ensure
continuous improvement in the quality and value of services and products
provided by the Council;
- Fostering
a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate
citizenship;
- Acting
as the principal spokesperson of the Council.
- Developing,
motivating, deploying and retaining talented staff of the Council through
succession management, performance appraisal and personal development
- Developing
and strengthening local and international partnerships
- Mobilizing
of resources, deploying and effective utilization of the same
- Undertaking
any other duties as may be directed by the Board
Job Requirements
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
- A
Masters degree in any of the following fields; Strategic management,
Social Sciences, political science, development studies, human rights,
communication or other related to the job
- Post
graduate qualification in management will be an added advantage.
- Atleast
10 years experience in organization management of public or private
instututions
- Strong
leadership, team player and organisational skills
- Knowledge
of regional and international instruments relating to Persons with
Disabilities and general human rights.
- Experience
in strategic planning and execution at a senior level.
- Knowledge
of performance contracting, negotiating and change management.
- Good
public relations skills.
- Good
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability
to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
- A
person of high integrity;
- A
strategic thinker.
- Must
meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
Candidates shortlisted for interview must submit:
- Certificate
of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance
letter from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Tax
compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance
by the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC)
- Certificate
of Recognition and Equation from the Commission of University Education
for those with foreign degrees
- Clearance
from the Kenya Credit Bureau services
Terms of Service: 3 years contract renewable upon successful performance
Chief Human Resource Management Officer
NCPD 4
1 Post
Job Summary: Reporting to the Deputy Director – Corporate Affairs, an officer at this level will be responsible for all Human Resource management functions which include recruitment, training and development, performance management employee grievance and disciplinary handling, counseling etc to ensure optimal contribution of HR to the organization.
Job Summary: Reporting to the Deputy Director – Corporate Affairs, an officer at this level will be responsible for all Human Resource management functions which include recruitment, training and development, performance management employee grievance and disciplinary handling, counseling etc to ensure optimal contribution of HR to the organization.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Establishment and management of an efficient
and effective, professional and sustainable Human Resource (HR) system;
- Ensuring maintenance of personnel policies,
rules, standards and procedures governing terms and conditions of service;
- Advising on administration of the Career
Progression Guidelines and progressions.
- Planning, coordination and direction of Human
resource services in the Council in such areas as recruitment and
promotion, placement/deployment, staff training and development, employee
relations, remuneration and staff welfare;
- Providing advice to the Heads of departments
and staff in all HR related issues
- Ensuring new employees are properly inducted
in the organization ensuring that accurate job descriptions are in place
as well as providing assistance in writing JDs
- Coordinating with the Management and HODs in
ensuring the employee performance appraisals are scheduled and done
- Monitor staff performance and attendance
activities through monitoring attendance, staff absences and recommending
solution to solve attendance difficulties.
- Dealing with grievances and implementing
disciplinary procedures
- Managing and monitoring the processes of
payroll while ensuring adherence to the statutory requirements
- Ensuring that all employees and managers are
aware of the HR policies and procedures and any periodic changes thereof
- Ensuring that all required information and
records relating to the employees are safely kept.
- Any other duties that may be assigned by the
Deputy Director
Job Requirements
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
- Master’s degree in Human Resource
Management/Personnel Management/Business Administration/Industrial
Relations, Social Sciences or any other related and equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution;
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following
fields: Human Resource Management/Personnel Management/Business
Administration/Industrial Relations/Higher National Diploma in Human
Resource Management;
- Five (5) years of uninterrupted relevant
experience, three (3) of which must be in a senior position;
- Attended a Senior Management course lasting
not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
- Member of the Institute of Human Resource
Management (IHRM); and
- Excellent oral, Written and presentation
skills
- Computer Application skills.
Terms of Service: Permanent
& Pensionable
Senior Supply Chain Management Officer
NCPD 5
1 Post
Job Summary: Reporting to the Deputy Director – Corporate Affairs, an officer at this level shall be responsible for overall management of the Supply Chain department.
The officer will be required to assist in planning
for all the supplies needs of the Council and formulating supplies policies and
guidelines.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement
and Disposal Act and Regulations
- Maintaining database of approved sources of
supply, and research into new and alternative sources;
- Advising management on all matters regarding
value for money on all procurements
- Receiving all the tender applications and
compiling them for the Tender Committee;
- Conducting market research and advising on
market forces; and any other duties that may be assigned from time to
time.
- Preparing Local Purchase Orders (LPOs);
Cash/LPO procuring and proper storage;
- stock-taking and disposal of unserviceable and
obsolete stores;
- Generating procurement reports; Scrutinizing
all requisitions; identification of shortages and losses and making
appropriate recommendations;
Job Requirements
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
The successful candidate shall be a Kenyan citizen with:
- Five (5) years of uninterrupted service with
at least three (3) years relevant experience in supply chain management at
a senior management level
- A Master’s degree in Supplies Chain Management
or
- A Masters degree in Economics/ Commerce
/Business Administration or other relevant and equivalent qualification
from a recognized Institution with a Postgraduate Diploma in Supplies
Chain Management or equivalent Post Graduate diploma from a recognized
Institution;
- Membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies
Management (KISM) or its equivalent
- Computer Application skills.
Terms of service: Permanent
& Pensionable
Candidates shortlisted for interview must submit:
Candidates shortlisted for interview must submit:
- Certificate of good conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance letter from Higher Education Loans
Board (HELB)
- Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority (KRA)
- Clearance by the Ethics and Anti-corruption
Commission (EACC)
- Certificate of Recognition and Equation from
the Commission of University Education for those with foreign degrees
- Clearance from the Kenya Credit Bureau
services
All applications should be submitted
in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the position being applied for and
addressed to:
The Ag. Director
NCPWD
Waiyaki Way – Next to Kabete Barracks
P.O Box 66577 – 00800,
NCPWD
Waiyaki Way – Next to Kabete Barracks
P.O Box 66577 – 00800,
Nairobi
Or hand delivered at the NCPWD offices along Waiyaki Way, opposite ABC Place
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
NCPWD is an equal opportunity employer thus persons with disabilities, women and people from marginalized groups with requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply.
All applications should be received on or before 8th August 2014 at 5pm