The Kenya Girl Guides
Association (KGGA) is a member organization of the World Association of Girl
Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).
KGGA is one of the largest
youth Associations in Kenya.
KGGA operates through a value
based program and has a national membership of girls and young women
representing every race, ethnicity, culture, class and religion in Kenya.
We are looking to fill the position of Governance Officer who will be reporting to the Finance and Investments Manager, Kenya Girl Guides Association.
The
position is short term for 8 months.
Key Tasks:
- Develop,
recommend, maintain and strengthen policies and practices aimed at
achieving the Mission of KGGA
- Support the
review of the Constitution and Bylaws.
- Respond to
queries about bylaw interpretation.
- Ensure risk
management policy and procedures are in place.
- Carry out risk
and compliance assessments and submit report of findings and
recommendations.
- Support and
participate in Audit Committee meetings and initiatives. Implement the
decisions of the committee and review compliance with Governance Policies,
Bylaws and Executive Committee directives related to governance.
- Act as resource
to senior management, County Commissioners and members across the county
on matters relating to governance.
- Monitor the
governance policies and procedure to ensure the best and most efficient
use of the organizations resources.
- Support the
Regional Officers and collate information from the counties on performance.
Performance Indicators
- To be agreed
with Line Manager
Qualifications
- LLB and
Bachelors degree in Human Resource Development or Corporate Governance.
- Experience in,
knowledge of and a passion for governance, in particular the writing and
reviewing of policy and bylaws.
- An aptitude for
thinking critically, methodically, analytically and strategically.
- Experience
working for not-for-profit organization(s)
- Ability to work
with a team and independently.
- Initiative,
dependability and organizational ability
- Strong oral,
written and comprehension skills.
- Excellent
software expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Understanding,
awareness and experience related to the Governance of KGGA.
- Ability to
interact with all levels of professional staff tactfully and effectively.
- Experience
working with volunteers is desirable.
- Ability to
thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment with serial deadlines.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position together with a detailed CV to recruitment@kgga.co.ke by 30th September 2016.
Indicate Governance Officer
in the Subject Line. Late applications or hard copies will not be considered.
Please note: At no point in the entire recruitment process shall the candidate have to pay any money as a condition of engagement.
Only shortlisted candidates will have their applications acknowledged.
KGGA is an “equal opportunity organization” that is committed to hiring highly
qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, race, creed or marital
status.