Government Jobs in Kenya

Re-Advertisement: The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) is a statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No.12 of 2010.

The Authority’s mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct.

The Authority wishes to invite qualified and experienced applicants to fill the following vacant position:

Internal Auditor

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit

Purpose of the Job (Job Summary)

The position is responsible for the implementation of the annual risk based audit plans as approved by the Board Audit Committee through execution of operational, compliance, systems, performance and value for money audit.

Principal Responsibilities

a) Implementation of Internal Controls

Plan and conduct risk based internal audits including operational, compliance, system and value for money audits in line with Authority’s Annual Audit Plan as approved by the Board Audit Committee.
Conduct discussions with Senior Management on key audit issues and recommendations through exit meetings at the end of the audit assignments.
Participate in the annual audit risk profiling and updating of the Authority’s risk register.
Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and prepare statistics on the number of audit issues outstanding, resolved and prepare summary of action taken or to be taken to resolve unresolved issues.
Perform other adhoc audit assignments relating to governance, risk management and control as appropriate to the Authority.
Participate in the Corruption Prevention Committee of the Authority as directed by the Manager, Internal Audit.
Provide support to the External Auditors – both statutory by KENAO or other auditors, covering Financial and System Audits.
Carry out audit reviews of the strategic plan to ensure its implementation in line within set timelines.

b) Internal Audit Management

Prepare draft annual audit plan and budget for review by Manager, Internal Audit.
Create and develop audit programs, checklists to facilitate execution of audit assignments assigned.
Document audit work by preparing audit working papers and the audit file.
Prepare draft audit reports at completion of each audit assignment for review by the Manager, Internal Audit.
Facilitate Internal Controls /Risk Assessment workshops and issue targeted control sensitization communication aimed at improving internal control awareness in order to embed a control culture in the Authority as assigned by the Manager, Internal Audit.
Participate in preparation of the Board Papers for the Board Audit Committee

Required Qualifications

Education and knowledge

Bachelors degree in Finance and Accounting or Business related field;
Full professional qualification: Certified Public Accountant (CPAK) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) as an added advantage;
Proficiency in ICT

Experience

At least 5 years Internal Audit experience gained from reputable organizations; and
Diverse experience in in managing internal controls

Skills and Competences

Ability to communicate both inside and outside the organization
Ability to write complex reports
Analytical skills
Organization and inter personal skills
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task

Consumer Protection Department

Manager, Enforcement and Compliance

One Post

The successful candidate will be reporting to Director - Competition and Consumer Protection

Principles Duties

a) Cartels and Exemptions Investigations

Oversee investigation into restrictive trade practices (agreements / concerted practices and abuse of dominance)
Oversee performance management in the department
Follow up on the implementation of decision made in liaison with the legal department
Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
Oversee evaluation of applications for exemptions
Lead the implementation of the strategic plan as appropriate
Supervise the seconded police/CID officers
Ensure maintenance of the customer compliments, complaints and enquiries register

b) Policy Development and Stakeholders Management

Liaise with the Research Policy and Advocacy Division in carrying out economic analysis of RTPs and conducting specific market inquiries;
Formulate guidelines on restrictive trade practices (agreements, abuse of dominance and exemption applications)
Liaise with the Legal department to develop relevant regulations and escalate them as appropriate
Convene RTP cases hearing conference where necessary
Convene settlement agreement hearing
Participate in Awareness creation
Offer advisory services to stakeholders on restrictive trade practices

c) Department Management

Develop work plans and budgets for the Department for approval
Oversee the execution of the approved departmental work plans and budgets
Oversee performance management in the department
Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
Prepare a draft board management papers for approval
Identify training needs for the departmental staff
Spearhead the recruitment of staff within the department
Participate in the development of the CAK strategic plan
Support the induction of interns and oversee the Young Professionals Programs
Identify procurement needs of the department
Follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendation
Spearhead risk assessment of the department
Mentor and coach departmental staff
Oversee the development, documentation and implementation of procedures and processes in compliance with ISO 9001:2008

Required Qualifications

i) Education and knowledge

Masters degree in Law /Economics/Business
Bachelors degree in Law /Economics/Business
Specialist knowledge in competition policy/law; and
Proficiency in ICT

ii) Experience

At least 12 years’ experience in enforcement, competition policy and law gained from reputable organizations, with at least three (3) years in a management position;
Diverse experience in conducting investigations; and
Experience in managing and leading diverse teams of professionals
Experience in litigation is an added advantage

iii) Skills and Competences

Decision making skills;
Ability to interpret long term plans, programs and budgets developed senior management level;
Interpersonal and leadership skills;
Project management skills;
Ability to develop plans, programs, SOPS, and coordination of workflows
Creativity; and
Strategic management Skills

Consumer Protection Department

Manager, Consumer Protection

1 Position

Principal Responsibilities

a) Policy Development and Consumer Protection

Oversee investigation of consumer complaints which involves review of reports and making recommendations to the Director
Develop and oversee implementation of policies and procedures to enable the Department function effectively.
Oversee the development of consumer protection guidelines and make recommendations to the Director for approval
Follow up on and ensure compliance with decisions made by the department in liaison with the Legal department
Develop product information and safety standards
Issue warning notices to consumers in regards to unsafe goods
Consult with the Kenya Bureau of Standard in all matters involving definition, specifications and grading of goods by quality
Ensure maintenance of the customer compliments, complaints and enquiries register
Conduct consumer awareness surveys and develop a framework to monitor compliance and impact
Spearhead the development and maintenance of the Authority’s Call Centre

b) Stakeholders Management

Carry out consumer awareness in liaison with the Communication Unit and other stakeholders
Spearhead advocacy initiatives for policy change in liaison with Policy Research and Advocacy Division
Promote for the creation, strengthening and recognition of consumer bodies
Offer advisory services to stakeholders on consumer affairs
Liaise with the Legal department in development and implementation of cooperation frameworks
Liaise with the Policy Research and Advocacy division to conduct market enquiries
Liaise with the Legal department to develop relevant regulations and escalate them as appropriate

c) Department Management

Develop work plans and budgets for the Department for approval
Participate in risk management committee and prepare departmental risk registers
Prepare the departmental service charter
Oversee the execution of the approved departmental work plans and budgets
Oversee performance management in the department
Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
Prepare a draft Board management papers for approval
Identify training needs for the departmental staff
Spearhead the recruitment of staff within the department
Participate in the development of the CAK strategic plan
Support the induction of interns and oversee the Young Professionals Programs
Identify procurement needs of the department
Follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendation
Spearhead risk assessment of the department
Mentor and coach departmental staff
Oversee the development, documentation and implementation of procedures and processes in compliance with ISO 9001:2008

Required Qualifications

Education and knowledge

Masters degree in Economics/Business/Law;
Bachelors degree in Economics/Business/Law or a business related field;
Specialist knowledge in competition policy/law and consumer protection; and
Proficiency in ICT

Experience

At least 12 years’ experience in competition policy/law gained from reputable organizations, with at least three (3) years in a management position;
Diverse experience in consumer protection; and
Experience in managing and leading diverse teams of professionals

Skills and Competences

Decision making skills;
Ability to interpret long term plans, programs and budgets developed senior management level;
Interpersonal and leadership skills;
Project management skills;
Ability to develop plans, programs, SOPS, and coordination of workflows
Creativity; and
Strategic management Skills

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the qualifications given, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, salary, qualifications, experience, names, addresses (including email) and telephone number of three (3) referees, your email address and day time telephone contacts together with copies of your certificates and testimonials to:

The Director General
Competition Authority of Kenya
P O Box 36265 – 00200
Nairobi

Or eMail CV and cover letter to: recruitment@cak.go.ke

so as to reach him not later than close of business on 15th October, 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Applications may be dropped at the Records office, located at Kenya Railways Headquarters, Ground Floor Block ‘D’

Those who had applied earlier on need not apply

NB: The Competition Authority of Kenya is “An Equal Opportunity Employer” Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.