Background: The
Council of Governors (CoG) is established under Section 19 of the
Intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with the mandate to provide a mechanism
for consultation amongst County Governments, share information on performance
of the counties in execution of their functions, facilitate capacity building
for governors, and consider reports from other intergovernmental forums on
national and county interests amongst other functions (Section20).
To
implement its functions, The council has established a secretariat that
coordinates operations of the committees and facilitates information sharing
amongst counties and other stakeholders
Project
Manager
Council
of Governors (COG) in partnership with the Swedish Association of Local
Authorities and Regions (SALAR) is starting up a multi-year programme focused
on sustainable urban development in Kenya.
COG
drives the programme while SALAR provides technical assistance, expertise and
support.
Kenya SymbioCity Programme, as it is called, will seek to build the capacity of urban development stakeholders to guide Kenyan urban development in a more sustainable direction.
Duties & Responsibilities
The
Project Manager is a leadership position reporting directly to the Chief
Executive Officer and will
be responsible for;
be responsible for;
·
Overseeing the planning, implementation and follow up of
activities and operations;
·
Providing oversight role and participate in the development of
the project work plan;
·
Providing leadership in defining positions within PIU, recruit
and coordinate local staff;
·
Facilitating Network/Exchange/Coordinate with other partners in
the Country;
·
Providing continuous updates of the project progress, issues and
successes and ensure appropriate engagement of CoG Project Coordinator
·
Managing risks on behalf of CoG and escalate issues as necessary.
·
Delivering specific activities as set out in the work ;
·
Represent the project externally including in media, at events,
and with external stakeholders
·
Other duties will include: hiring and supervising other
professional and/or management staff, interacting with elected and high-ranking
appointed public officials; assuming overall responsibility for preparation of
the project budget
·
Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
Academic
and Professional Qualifications
·
Must have a Master’s degree in relevant field.
·
Minimum of five years’ experience in project management
·
Understanding of Principles, practices of public administration.
·
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
·
Must possess strong problem resolution skills, critical thinking
and interpersonal skills to help identify and resolve issues.
Duration: The contract duration is one (1)
year renewable subject to performance
Director,
Finance and Administration
Duties
& Responsibilities
The
Director of Finance and Administration is a leadership position reporting
directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for;
·
Overseeing the planning of the activities and operations of the
Finance Department; coordinate assigned activities with other CoG departments
and Government Agencies; and providing policy, technical and administrative
support to the CoG.
·
Providing oversight role and participate in the development of
the department’s work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs;
monitor work flow; implement policies and procedures.
·
Providing technical support to the Finance, Commerce and Economic
Affairs Committee of the Council of Governors.
·
Assisting the Directors of Legal, Cooperate communication and
Programs in specific thematic areas.
·
Supporting the CEO in resource mobilization and follow up on
budgets submitted to the National Treasury.
·
Serving as a liaison officer between the National and Council of
Governors on issues of Financial Management. ( Budgeting and planning, cash
flow analysis e.t.c)
·
Providing periodic updates to the Council of Governors and the
CEO on the financial position of the organization.
·
Preparing policy documents for the organization.
·
Responsible to all audits.
·
Representing the CoG at stakeholders’ meetings and provide the
Council position.
·
Manage the Finance, administration and Human Resources
departments of the organization.
·
Providing leadership in implementing the payroll, finance, HR,
billing, code enforcement, work orders, legislative systems, IFMIS
Functionality e.t.c.
·
Other duties will include: hiring & evaluating accounting
and financial professional and para-professional staff; supervising other
professional and/or management staff, interacting with elected and high-ranking
appointed public officials; assuming overall responsibility for preparation of
CoG budget and governmental financial reports in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles.
·
Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
Academic
and Professional Qualifications
·
Must be a CPA (K) holder and registered with ICPAK.
·
Master’s degree in finance and administration or any other
related field from a recognized university.
Experience
·
An understanding of the PFM Act in line with the devolved
functions
·
Minimum of eight years’ experience in government finance and
accounting at a high management and supervisory level.
·
Has an understanding of Principles, practices of public
administration, including management, organization, planning, cost/benefit
analysis, budgeting, and project management and evaluation.
·
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
·
Ability to Work with numerous customers and vendors; Build
consensus to bring successful conclusion to various issues
·
To simultaneously manage and/or work on a multitude of project;
and Prepare, administer, and monitor project budget.
·
Ability to make presentations and conducting meetings.
·
The desired candidate must possess strong problem resolution
skills, critical thinking and interpersonal skills to help identify and resolve
issues.
Director,
Programs
Duties
& Responsibilities
Reporting
to the Chief Executive officer, the Head of Programmes will work closely with
Heads of Departments/Units and Committee Clerks.
He/She will provide leadership, coordination and guidance on
all matters pertaining to the smooth implementation of the Programme activities
at the Council of Governors in accordance with the CoG strategic plan and the
Terms of Reference for the thematic committees.
Specific tasks include;
·
Serve as the principal point of contact between the relevant
committee clerks and office of the Chief Executive Officer;
·
Ensure that Programme activities are being performed adequately,
on schedule and in accordance with contractual documents, the strategic plan
and other relevant documents;
·
Liaise and coordinate activities with the National Government,
Development Partners and other CoG stakeholders and represent the interests of
the Council of Governors in stakeholder meetings;
·
Liaise with CoG Secretariat Administration Department to ensure
that all projects tendering for works, goods and consulting services is done in
accordance with GoK procedure and requirements;
·
Monitor the deliverables of consulting services (individuals
& firms) and provide the necessary feedback to the consultants on a timely
basis and submit appropriate written comments and recommendation to the Office
of the Chief Executive Officer;
·
Ensure that appropriate procedures are established and
implemented for the inspection and monitoring of the work of consultants and
contractors, so as to be able to certify that works and services are
satisfactorily accomplished in compliance with Terms of Reference and evaluate
performance considering in regard to the same;
·
Lead the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan and quarterly
progress reports in collaboration with committee clerks and heads of Units at
the Council of Governors Secretariat;
·
Organize periodic evaluation meetings with CoG staff regarding
the progress of the activities of the Committees, the difficulties encountered
and possible solutions;
·
Monitor the expenditures, commitments and balance of funds in
line with the annual work plan and reporting requirements;
·
Prepare terms of reference for national and international
consultants and subcontractors for the Council of Governors.
Requirements
Education
and experience
·
A Masters Degree in economics, Development Studies,
International Relations, Public Administration or any other relevant field.
Experience
·
A minimum of 5 year experience in programme coordination or
relevant assignments
·
Strong leadership capabilities and a demonstrated record of
successful leadership of multidisciplinary teams;
·
An understanding of the Kenya Constitution 2010 and devolution;
·
Strong report writing skills.
Other requirements
·
Demonstrates integrity by modeling CoG values and ethical
standards
·
Diplomatic skills and ease with working in a political
environment;
·
Treats all people without favoritism
·
Ability to work under pressure
·
Initiative and independence
·
Adaptability
·
Excellent communication and proven leadership skills as a team
leader
·
Excellent mediating and facilitating skills
How
to Apply
Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to describe interest and relevance to the position to hrcog@cog.go.ke by cob 3rd April 2015
Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to describe interest and relevance to the position to hrcog@cog.go.ke by cob 3rd April 2015
