Council of Governors Job
Opportunities
Background: The Council of Governors (CoG) is established under
Section 19 of the Inter governmental 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 (Section 20).
Director, Finance and Administration
Objective of the position: This position provides critical financial
leadership and operational oversight to ensure effective management of all
organizational systems and committees’ administration.
This is the key focal point for
finance at the Council of Governors and needs to operate closely aligned with
the strategic goals and objectives of the CoG.
This includes leadership
participation in helping to establish and lead the CoG performance and growth
strategies, establishing and maintaining key metrics, and supporting the
Finance, Commerce and Economic Affairs Committee in all matters relating to the
PFM Act at both County and National Level.
The person will also be responsible
for the direction, oversight and ensuring the installation of a favorable
financial systems.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Director of Finance and
Administration is a leadership position reporting directly to the Chief
Executive Officer and will be responsible for;
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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.
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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.
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Providing technical support to the
Finance, Commerce and Economic Affairs Committee of the Council of Governors.
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Assisting the Directors of Legal,
Cooperate communication and Programs in specific thematic areas.
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Supporting the CEO in resource
mobilization and follow up on budgets submitted to the National Treasury.
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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)
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Providing periodic updates to the
Council of Governors and the CEO on the financial position of the organization.
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Preparing policy documents for the
organization.
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Responsible to all audits.
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Representing the CoG at stakeholders’
meetings and provide the Council position.
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Manage the Finance, administration
and Human Resources departments of the organization.
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Providing leadership in implementing
the payroll, finance, HR, billing, code enforcement, work orders, legislative
systems, IFMIS Functionality e.t.c.
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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.
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Performing any other duties as
assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
Academic and Professional
Qualifications
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Must be a CPA (K) holder and
registered with ICPAK.
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Master’s degree in finance and
administration or any other related field from a recognized university.
Experience
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An understanding of the PFM Act in
line with the devolved functions
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Minimum of eight years’ experience in
government finance and accounting at a high management and supervisory level.
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Has an understanding of Principles,
practices of public administration, including management, organization,
planning, cost/benefit analysis, budgeting, and project management and
evaluation.
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills.
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Ability to Work with numerous customers
and vendors; Build consensus to bring successful conclusion to various issues
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To simultaneously manage and/or work
on a multitude of project; and Prepare, administer, and monitor project budget.
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Ability to make presentations and
conducting meetings.
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The desired candidate must possess
strong problem resolution skills, critical thinking and interpersonal skills to
help identify and resolve issues.
Council Secretary / Chief Executive
Officer
The Secretary / Chief Executive Officer is the Accounting officer of the Council of Governor’s and is responsible for the administrative, managerial and other activities of the council.
He/She will serve as a Secretary to
the Council of Governors.
Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:-
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Implement the decisions of the
Council;
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Facilitate, coordinate and ensure
execution of the Council’s mandate;
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Responsible for administration and
management of the secretariat resources.;
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Resources mobilization for the
Council’s activities both from national budget and other sources;
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Strengthening strategic
collaborations, linkages and partnerships and donor support;
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Formulating and implementing
authorization mechanisms;
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Directing, organizing and
administering programmes, projects and other affairs of the Council;
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Promoting and encouraging private
sector involvement in the Council’s affairs;
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Overseeing the development of short,
medium and long term implementation plans activities, infrastructure, staff and
budget requirements of the Secretariat;
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Overseeing the Council’s technical
and operational affairs including team leadership, research, capacity building,
budget and financial management, human and technical resources;
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Liaising with government at County
and National level on various issues on behalf of the Council;
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Liaison with members in accordance
with Executive Committee directions on day to day administration and management
of the affairs of the Council;
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Implementing and monitoring policies,
strategies and decisions of the Committee;
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Developing policies, tools and guidelines
designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Council operations; and
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Supporting the Council through
leadership with education and training support.
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Attend all CoG meetings as secretary.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
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Be a citizen of Kenya;
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Hold a Master’s Degree from a
University recognized in Kenya.
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Should have 10 years’ experience and
knowledge in any of the following: Public Administration and Management or Law
or Human Resource Management or Economics and Financial Management
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Demonstrate appreciation of
devolution
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Meets the requirement of leadership
and integrity as set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution.
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This is a high level position and the
person is expected to possess the following competencies:-
1.
Leadership qualities
2.
Strategic thinking
3.
Problem solving and analysis skills
4.
Decision making
5.
Performance Management
6.
Results driven management
7.
Innovativeness
8.
Strong Communications and
Interpersonal Skills
9.
Influencing and Adapting to Changing
Environments
10.
Integrity and Ethical Values
Terms and Conditions of Service: These will be in accordance with the Council
of Governors Salary guidelines.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV and a copy of ID to describe interest and relevance to the position to hrcog@cog.go.ke by 30th July 2015.
For detailed job description please visit the Council of Governors’ website: www.cog.go.ke