Agriculture, Fisheries and Food
Authority (AFFA), a leading regulatory Authority in Kenya is seeking to recruit
dynamic, result oriented and self- driven professionals to fill the following
position:-
Administration Manager
(1 Position)
Reporting to the Head of Finance and
Administration, an officer at this level shall be expected to develop, oversee
and enhance the efficient provision of the Authority’s administration
services.
Specifically the officer will be
responsible for the following:
- Plan, organize, and direct the work of the
department to meet objectives with the most efficient use of resources,
facilities and equipment at the Authority;
- Oversee the Authority’s transport and fleet
management policies and procedures;
- Develop and implement the Authority’s Safety
& Security Management Plan;
- Management of Authority’s housing facilities,
offices and collection of rent due including overseeing repairs,
maintenance and adherence to relevant certification, codes and regulations
for occupation of such premises;
- In liaison with Finance Department, ensure
maintenance and regular updating of the Authority’s Asset Register;
- Oversee the efficient provision of the
Authority’s outsourced services;
- Identify and apply modern and innovative
technologies to improve service delivery;
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health
and safety measures & regulations and staff training on expected
exposure to different risks and safety & security measures;
- Supervision, mentoring and coaching of
officers under his/her supervision; and
- Any other duties assigned by their supervisor
or an officer appointed on that behalf from time to time.
Requirement for Appointment
- Master’s degree in Business Administration
(MBA), Management or related field from a recognized university;
- Bachelors degree in Surveying, Land Economics,
Building & Construction, Urban planning, Architecture or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
- Seven (7) years’ relevant experience of which
five (5) must be at management level preferably in administration;
- Must be a member of a relevant professional
body; and
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer
applications.
Skills and Competencies
- Leadership experience, team player, integrity,
good communication and negotiation skills.
How to Apply
Applications quoting the reference number on the envelope, accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae with three (3) referees and daytime telephone contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates & testimonials should be addressed to:
Applications quoting the reference number on the envelope, accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae with three (3) referees and daytime telephone contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates & testimonials should be addressed to:
The Interim Director General
Agriculture, Fisheries & Food Authority
Tea House, Naivasha Road Off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 37962 – 00100
Nairobi
So as to be received at the address by close of business on or before 2nd April 2015
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Authority is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
