Government Jobs in Kenya - KeNHA

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure was established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 and charged with the mandate to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national roads.

In order to carry out this mandate effectively, the Authority wishes to fill the following vacant position. 

KeNHA is seeking to recruit a creative, proactive, detail oriented and tenacious Kenyan citizen with the ability to quickly adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Job Title: Assistant Internal Auditor 

Grade 

One Vacancy 

Place of Work: Head Office 

Department: Internal Audit 


Reporting to: Senior Internal Auditor

Supervises: None
 
Purpose of the Job: The Assistant Internal Auditor reports to the Senior Internal Auditor and will be responsible for preparation of audit procedures, notification and reports. 

He/ she will also undertake audit tests on the Authority’s systems and procedures as well as ensure accurate record keeping of all audit processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assisting in preparation of Audit test procedures, drafts notifications and Request for Information Memos.
  • Carrying out audit tests on Internal Controls in accounting, administration and operational procedures.
  • Preparing minutes of the Entrance and Exit meetings.
  • Assisting in the preparation of draft audit reports.
  • Ensuring the Audit Working Paper File is complete and well referenced.
  • Performing any other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications
 
For appointment to this grade, the Candidate must have:
  • A degree in a Business related field or Engineering.
  • CPA II or its equivalent.
  • Three years’ working experience.
  • Computer literacy, especially in Accounting and MS Office Suite.
  • In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
  • Ability to maintain high standards of ethics, confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Objectivity, decisive, Integrity and honesty.
  • Resilience and commitment.
Core Skills and Competences
  • Good problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor 

Grade 

One Vacancy 

Place of Work: Head Office 

Department: Internal Audit 

Reporting to: Head of Internal Audit 

Supervises: Auditors
 
Purpose of the Job: The Senior Internal Auditor reports to the Head of Internal Audit and will deputize the Head in all areas of Internal Audit including preparation of comprehensive audit plans, ensuring the Authority complies with set standards, laws, budgets, plans and schedules.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Participating and developing comprehensive Annual Audit Plan.
  • Supervising the activities assigned to staff and reviewing various organizational and functional activities.
  • Monitoring and ensuring conformance with set standards, laws, plans, budgets and schedules.
  • Preparing specific audit assignment, plans and programmes.
  • Performing audit tests on the internal controls in accounting, administrative and operational procedures.
  • Ensuring proper documentation of audit findings in files.
  • Carrying out special investigations and audits.
  • Following outstanding issues to ensure appropriate actions are taken.
  • Preparing draft audit reports.
  • Performing any other duties as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit.
Job Specifications
 
For appointment to this grade, the Candidate must:
  • Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option) or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other recognized equivalent qualifications.
  • Have attained CPA (K) qualifications or its equivalent.
  • Be in possession of CISA, CIA or CFE;
  • Have served in the grade of Internal Auditor or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three years.
  • Be a member of a professional body (ICPAK, IIA, IEK).
  • Demonstrated professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
  • Proficiency in computer applications including Accounts related packages.
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
  • In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
  • Independence, objectivity, confidentiality, Self-drive.
  • Innovative and creative.
  • Integrity, honesty, respect for others and Resilience.
Core Competences
  • Teamwork, Communication skills, people management and Project management.
  • Problem solving, Leadership skills, Mentoring and coaching
  • Professionalism, analytical skills and Negotiation skills.

Job Title: Senior Transport Economist 

Grade 

One Vacancy 

Place of Work: Head Office 

Department: Planning and Environment 

Reporting to: Manager – Planning 

Supervises: None
 
Purpose of the Job: The Senior Transport Economist reports to the Manager Planning and will be responsible for carrying out economic analysis, studies and evaluation of projects as well as the preparation and revision of the Authority’s Strategic Plan. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical and advisory support to road sector stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Preparation and revision of the Authority’s strategic plan as well as the Service Charter as the need arises.
  • Coordinating economic studies as part of the road design and tender documentation process.
  • Coordinating economic reviews of the road projects.
  • Providing technical and advisory support to road sector stakeholders towards achieving positive and sustainable development outcomes.
  • Building capacity for economic analysis related to transport.
  • Conducting project appraisals to determine risks and the economic viability.
  • Preparing Terms of Reference for Economic Surveys and facilitating implementation of related recommendations.
  • Undertaking post implementation appraisals of completed projects and preparing management reports thereof.
  • Establishing and maintaining linkages with Consultants and other Stakeholders on economic matters.
  • Coordinating the preparation of annual plans for the Authority and realigning it to the budget.
  • Coordinating economic analysis of investments, programmes and projects.
  • Coordinating the implementation of the Authority’s plans and performance contract.
  • Coordinating the preparation of annual work programmes and budgets for road planning and development.
  • Monitoring, evaluating and reviewing the implementation of the Authority’s plans, programmes and projects.
Job Specifications
 
For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:-
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Transport Economics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • A master’s degree in either Economics, Transport Economics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
  • Served in the grade of Economist or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three years.
  • Proficiency in computer applications including Statistics related packages;
  • Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability as reflected in work performance and results.
  • In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
  • Self-drive, Innovative and creative.
  • Integrity and honesty.
  • Respect for others and Resilience.
Core Competences
  • Teamwork, Communication skills, People management, and Project management.
  • Problem solving, Leadership skills, Mentoring and coaching.
  • Professionalism, Analytical skills and Negotiation skills.

Job Title: Systems Administrator 

Grade 

One Vacancy

Place of Work: Head Office 

Department ICT 


Reporting to: Head ICT 

Supervises: ICT Infrastructure Officer
 
Job Purpose: The Systems Administrator, reports to the Head of ICT and will be responsible for the enforcement of ICT standards in the Authority in the areas of systems analysis, design and implementation, access rights, systems security and system backup. 

He/she will also supervise installation certification, repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals in the Authority.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
  • Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users.
  • Developing, maintaining ICT systems and enforcing implementation of ICT policies and procedures.
  • Supervising installation certification, repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals.
  • Recommending and supervising Hardware/Software specifications for Information Communication Technology equipment.
  • Drawing, compiling overall systems documentation and scheduling preventive maintenance.
  • Installing server systems for KeNHA’s activities, besides administering and maintaining mission critical web and database server’s configurations.
  • Documenting KeNHA network configurations and passwords of critical systems, including creating and administering network users’ control, rights and permissions.
  • Undertaking systems back up and ensuring the security of server data from unauthorized access.
Job Specifications
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Information Technology, Computer Science / Engineering, Business Information Technology from a recognized Institution.
  • Served in the grade of Information Communication Officer I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or a large Private Sector organization for a minimum period of three years.
  • Professional certification such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP), CCNA, MCSE,MCSA, MCSD, Oracle, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Member of a recognized ICT professional body.
  • Demonstrated professional competence in ICT work as reflected in work performance and results.
  • Those who have attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution will have an added advantage.
  • In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:
Personal attributes
  • Self-drive, Innovative and creative
  • Integrity and honesty, Respect for others and Resilience.
Core Skills and Competences
  • Teamwork, 
  • Communication skills, 
  • People management, and 
  • Project management.

Job Title: Head of ICT 

Grade 

One Vacancy 

Place of Work: Head Office 

Department: ICT 

Reporting to: General Manager Supply Chain and Support Services 

Supervises: Systems Administrator and ICT Assistants in the Regions
 
Job Purpose: The Head of ICT will report to the General Manager, Supply Chain and Support Services and will be in charge of promoting best practice in Information and Communication systems in the Authority through formulation and effective implementation of ICT objectives, policies, strategies and operational plans in relation to KeNHA’s Strategic Plan. 

The successful candidate will oversee the management of the Authority’s ICT infrastructure and promote effective business systems that are cost effective. 

In addition the job holder will lead the ICT team in providing efficient user support to the Authority’s departments.
 
Job Description: The ICT Manager will be responsible to the General Manager, Supply Chain and Support Services for:-
  • Formulating and implementing KeNHA’s ICT policies, strategies, ICT objectives, and operational plans in relation to KeNHA’s strategic Plan.
  • Monitoring and coordinating the implementation of ICT policies, procedures and standards.
  • Overseeing the development of information technology systems security and integrity.
  • Advising on new emerging technologies and innovations including, coordinating systems analysis, design and programme specifications for the Authority.
  • Evaluating and recommending on the suitability of Information Communication Technology equipment.
  • Coordinating the procurement of ICT equipment and services.
  • Providing ICT support to projects.
  • Ensuring timely implementation and effective maintenance of ICT systems.
  • Supervising overall systems documentation and overseeing the development of periodic reports on ICT section.
  • Overseeing the design of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN).
  • Defining and reviewing ICT standards and ensuring adherence to ICT systems and procedures in the Authority. Monitoring and advising on the best practices for safety and health relating to ICT equipment use and E-waste management. 
  • Identifying ICT procedures and associated risks, mapping, establishing and implementing mitigation measures for the identified risks.
  • Overseeing the development of the budget for ICT section.
  • Coordinating training of ICT Hardware personnel and users and supervising training and developing of staff under him or her.
Job Specifications
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
  • A Bachelor’s degree in either Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
  • A Master’s degree in either Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
  • A minimum of eight years’ cumulative experience, three of which should be at the grade of Senior Information Communication Technology Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or large Private Sector organization.
  • Professional certification such as CCNP, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle, or equivalent.
  • Member of a recognized ICT professional body.
  • Demonstrated professional competence in ICT work as reflected in work performance and results.
  • In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following key personal attributes and core competencies:
Personal Attributes
  • Self-drive, Decisive; Creative and innovative; Integrity and honesty; Resilience.
  • Impartiality and objectivity
  • Accountability and transparency.
  • Core Skills and Competences
  • Project management, Communication skills, and Resource management skills.
  • People management, Leadership skills, Problem solving, Mentoring and coaching skills.
How to Apply

KeNHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization and therefore encourages persons living with disability, women and those from marginalized areas to apply.

Prospective candidates MUST satisfy the requirements of Leadership and Integrity set out in Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya and attach the following testimonials to the application.
  • Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission clearance certificate
  • Kenya revenue Authority Tax compliance Certificate
  • Higher Education Loans Board clearance certificate or proof of ongoing repayments
  • Certificate of Good Conduct issued by Kenya Police - CID
Candidates who meet the requirements detailed in the Job Specifications should submit their applications so as to reach the specific addresses shown below by close of business on 19th June 2015 at 5.00pm. 

Applications to include CVs with details of their day time contacts, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment where successful, names and contacts of three referees. 

Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates/Testimonials and copies of National ID or Passport.

Applications for the position of Head of ICT should be addressed to:-

The Chairman, Board of Directors,
Kenya National Highways Authority,
Blue Shield Towers, 9th floor, Hospital Hill Road,
P.O Box 49712-00100,
Nairobi

Or emailed to: boardrecruitment@kenha.co.ke

or hand delivered and inserted in the Recruitment box placed on the 9th Floor.

Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documentation / details as sought for will not be considered. 

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. 


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KeNHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization