Director Research and Advocacy
Our client is a corporate body
established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s
mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of
the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in
markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
·
Be actively involved in ensuring that
the strategy gets translated into a business plan and budget for the Division;
·
Ensure the consistency with the
Authority’s strategy and business plan;
·
Ensure that risks are identified in
the planning process and that the division is constantly aware of the managing
of these risks;
·
Input meaningfully into the
Authority’s strategy, especially with regard to economic analysis and policy,
and as regards impact and prioritization;
·
Ensure performance measures are
designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan;
·
Ensure reporting on work done into
the reporting structures in the Authority on a monthly; quarterly or annual
basis;
·
Develop strategies and policy in line
with legislation and good practice in relation to governance, accountability
and standards; and
·
Work closely within the executive
team (EXCOM) to develop and implement strategic plans and company goals and
initiatives and create associated policies and procedures.
Research
·
Review prioritization by sector and
criteria for cases;
·
Ensure rigorous economic research
conducted in specific sectors supporting recommendations for initiation, where
appropriate;
·
Ensure rigorous economic research
conducted into specific topics related to key competition concerns;
·
Ensure the effective identification
of economic questions on which cases hinge and the identification of analysis
required;
·
Ensure rigorous economic analysis in
enforcement and merger cases;
·
Ensure the review of outcomes
following a merger or complaint decision;
·
Influence the policy and legislative
processes through drawing on research and literature to craft well-informed positions;
·
Create internal and external
awareness and understanding of economic principles and to present the
authority’s point of view on competition matters; and
·
Support the DG in fulfilling advocacy
functions by ensuring that he is briefed timeously through relevant and
meaningful briefing documents
Advocacy
·
Represent the authority in local and
international forums such as the ICN, UNCTAD, ACF, OECD, as required;
·
Lead advocacy activities to influence
policy change in regards to competition;
·
Track international debates and
developments in literature;
·
Prepare input papers and submissions;
and
·
Participate meaningfully in executive
decision-making with view to objectives as set out in the Competition Ac
Division Oversight
·
Build a highly effective team, by
leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where
appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery;
·
To take responsibility for the
reports emerging from research division and all documentation sent to the DG;
·
Oversee division’s budgeting,
monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, cash flow and debt management;
·
Coordinate departmental and corporate
wide systems purchases, implementations, and upgrades;
·
Manage the skills development for staff
to ensure that training needs are properly identified and appropriate training
is arranged;
·
Manage and conduct performance
management reviews for the division;
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
·
Ensure quality control and customer
services.
Qualifications
·
Masters and Bachelors degree in
Economics, research or a business related field;
·
Professional qualifications and
membership to a relevant professional body;
·
Specialist knowledge in economic
research and advocacy;
·
Certificate in Strategic Leadership;
·
Proficiency in ICT; and
·
PhD in Economics will be an added
advantage.
·
Minimum of fifteen (15) years’
relevant experience with at least six (6) years at leadership level in a similar
organization;
·
Experience in policy development
management and economics; and
·
Experience in managing and leading
diverse teams of professionals.
Skills and Competences
·
Operational problem solving skills;
·
Ability to develop long term
integrated and cross functional operational plans;
·
Ability to operationalize strategy
into action for the organization as whole;
“World class specialists” on peer review; and
“World class specialists” on peer review; and
·
Strategic management skills.
How to Apply
Applicants should download, fill and
submit the employment application form which is located at our website www.amsol.co.ke/job/director-policy-research-and-advocacy/
Communications Manager
Our client is a corporate body
established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s
mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of
the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in
markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
On behalf of the client, we seek to
recruit highly experienced, highly competent, motivated and self-driven
individual with excellent credentials and strategic minds to competitively fill
the above aforementioned position.
Responsibilities
Planning and implementation
·
Identify and mitigate communications
challenges and risks which could impact on the CAK’s reputation, briefing the
DG and management team as appropriate;
·
Develop a joined up approach and
consistency of communications across CAK, with oversight and professional
leadership of all communications activity and improved planning and
prioritization of communications and marketing efforts and resources;
·
Develop a strong internal
communications policy that will support employee communication, in conjunction
with HR and other functions;
·
Develop and implement the Authority’
communication strategies to engage external stakeholders;
·
In conjunction with other functions
develop a consistent internal and external corporate brand;
·
Develop communications key messages
and talking points and manage the implementation across all communications
programs (marketing, PR, IR, internal etc);
·
Assist with strategic communication requirements
for executive team, including presentation development, interview talking
points and speech writing. Assist in preparation of pre-production material for
development of video documentaries and infomercials;
·
Establish corporate and digital media
communications strategy; and
Spearhead the publication of CAK newsletters and other publication materials.
Spearhead the publication of CAK newsletters and other publication materials.
Media Stakeholders
·
Responsible for identifying and
building relationships with new and existing editors, reporters, producers,
bloggers and tech analysts to increase media coverage;
·
Drive editorial story planning,
writing and pitching to both domestic and international press, including all
necessary reporter follow-up efforts (fact-finding, quote development/approval,
executive interview coordination, etc.) Uncover and exploit exposure
opportunities with key media outlets;
·
Proactively seek and manage strategic
executive visibility opportunities and enhance the Authority’s visibility
through thought leadership;
·
Works with Advocacy team to identify
key media opportunities with top tier media, economic and trade publications
and analysts; and
·
Establish a stakeholder management
strategy, taking account of political and media agendas.
Communication Management
·
Build internal capacity for effective
communication;
·
Conduct daily media monitoring and
reporting;
·
Develop and manage the Authority’s
media library;
·
Develop work plans and budgets for
the Communication department for approval;
·
Oversee the execution of the approved
departmental work plans and budgets;
·
Oversee performance management in the
department;
·
Prepare and submit all monthly,
quarterly and annual reports for the department;
·
Identify training needs for the
departmental staff;
·
Spearhead the recruitment of staff
within the department;
·
Participate in the development of the
CAK strategic plan;
·
Mentor and coach departmental staff;
and
·
Participate in committees as
appropriate.
Qualifications
·
Bachelors degree in Public Relations,
Communications, Law or any other related field;
·
Post graduate diploma in Public
Relations, Journalism or Communications;
·
Membership to PRSK;
·
Proficiency in ICT, and;
·
Masters degree in business related
fields/Social Sciences will be an added advantage.
·
At least twelve (12) years’
experience in a similar position in a reputable organization, with at least 3
years at a supervisory level;
·
Diverse experience in public
relations, communication and events planning;
·
Knowledge of content development; and
·
Experience in preparation and edition
of presentations.
Skills and Competences
·
Decision making skills;
·
Ability to interpret long term plans,
programs and budgets developed senior management level;
·
Interpersonal and leadership skills;
·
Project management skills;
·
Ability to develop plans, programs,
SOPS, and coordination of workflows
·
Creativity; and
·
Strategic management Skills.
How to Apply
Applicants should download, fill and
submit the employment application form which is located at our website www.amsol.co.ke/job/manager-communications-and-external-relations/
Director
Our client is a corporate body
established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s
mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of
the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in
markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
On behalf of the client, we seek to
recruit highly experienced, highly competent, motivated and self-driven
individual with excellent credentials and strategic minds to competitively fill
the above aforementioned position.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
·
Be actively involved in ensuring that
the strategy gets translated into a business plan and budget for the Division;
·
Ensure the consistency with the
Authority’s strategy and business plan;
·
Ensure that risks are identified in
the planning process and that the division is constantly aware of the managing
of these risks;
·
Provide meaningful inputs into the
Authority’s strategy, especially with regard to organization development and
operations, and as regards impact and prioritization;
·
Ensure performance measures are
designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan;
·
Ensure reporting on work done into
the reporting structures in the Authority on a monthly; quarterly or annual
basis;
·
Develop strategies and policy in line
with legislation and good practice in relation to governance, accountability
and standards; and
·
Work closely within the executive
team (EXCOM) to develop and implement strategic plans and company goals and
initiatives and create associated policies and procedures.
Policy Development
·
Research, draft and implementing
appropriate strategy and policy in relation to finance, human resources,
remuneration, corporate governance and procurement issues;
·
Oversee the ongoing review and
reporting of internal performance management, with the aim of keeping the DG
advised of performance and development of new performance management
arrangements;
·
Develop, maintain and oversee
property management, acquisition, disposal and rationalization strategy;
·
Oversee corporate financial
operations and financial management; and
Ensure effective implementation and compliance of all legislative requirement relating to corporate services.
Ensure effective implementation and compliance of all legislative requirement relating to corporate services.
Division Oversight
·
Build a highly effective team, by
leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where
appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery;
·
Oversee organization of corporate
office, paperwork, supplies, equipment, cleanliness, procedures and daily
operations;
·
Oversee corporate budgeting, monthly,
quarterly and annual reporting, cash flow and debt management;
·
Coordinate departmental and corporate
wide systems purchases, implementations, and upgrades;
·
Manage the skills development for
staff to ensure that training needs are properly identified and appropriate
training is arranged;
·
Manage and conduct performance
management reviews for the division;
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
·
Ensure quality control and customer
service.
Qualifications
·
Masters degree in a business related
field/social sciences;
·
Bachelors degree in a business
related field;
·
Membership to a relevant professional
body;
·
Certificate in Strategic Leadership;
and
·
Proficiency in ICT
·
Minimum of fifteen (15) years’
relevant experience with at least six (6) years at leadership level in a
similar organization;
·
Experience in management and
organization development; and
·
Experience in managing and leading
diverse teams of professionals.
Skills and Competences
·
Operational problem solving skills;
·
Ability to develop long term
integrated and cross functional operational plans;
·
Ability to operationalize strategy
into action for the organization as whole; and
·
Strategic management skills.
How to Apply
Applicants should download, fill and
submit the employment application form which is located at our website www.amsol.co.ke/job/director-corporate-services/
Manager, Policy and Research
Our client is a corporate body
established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s
mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of
the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in
markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
On behalf of the client, we seek to
recruit highly experienced, highly competent, motivated and self-driven
individual with excellent credentials and strategic minds to competitively fill
the above aforementioned position.
Responsibilities
Research and Policy Development
·
Provide technical and strategic
leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of research programmes
to advance knowledge on competition matters;
·
Coordinate the design, development,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of information education and
communication (IEC) strategies designed to inform stakeholders and the general
public about competition;
·
Execute research projects involving
acceptable research methods and focused on different sectors performance,
trends, existing or new competition requirements and their impact on operations
of the various sectors;
·
Oversee the rigorous economic
research conducted in specific sectors supporting recommendations for
initiation, where appropriate;
·
Oversee rigorous economic research
conducted into specific topics related to key competition concerns;
·
Assist in conducting economic
analysis in enforcement and merger cases and review outcomes following a merger
or complaint decision;
·
Provide adequate findings to
influence the policy and legislative processes through drawing on research and
literature to craft well informed positions;
·
Participate in creating internal and
external awareness and understanding of economic principles and to present the
authority’s point of view on competition matters;
·
Coordinate the development of research
proposals and undertake research surveys and studies involving identifying key
insurance issues, conducting in-depth research, analyzing and developing
research reports and papers; and
·
Examine and analyze policy statements
on competition trends and developments from regional and international
perspective.
Database Management
·
Assess trends, measure outcomes and
maintain a data bank of key developments in the various industry in the context
of CAK priorities areas;
·
Develop and implement policies and strategies
to ensure effective maintenance of a well-stocked and continually updated
library and information resources;
·
Develop and implement effective
methodologies and strategies for ensuring the integrity of research data,
information and reports;
·
Creation of databases aimed at
expanding the knowledge-base of the various industries on competition matters;
and
·
Prepare and disseminate analytical
reports liaison with communication’s department on topical research interest
areas to promote exchange and learning in competition matters;
Department Management
·
Develop work plans and budgets for
the Department for approval;
·
Oversee the execution of the approved
departmental work plans and budgets;
·
Oversee performance management in the
department;
·
Prepare and submit all monthly,
quarterly and annual reports for the department;
·
Prepare draft board management papers
for approval;
·
Identify training needs for the
departmental staff;
·
Spearhead the recruitment of staff
within the department;
·
Participate in the development of the
CAK strategic plan;
·
Support the induction of interns and
oversee the Young Professionals Programs;
·
Identify procurement needs of the
department;
·
Follow up on the implementation of
agreed audit recommendation;
·
Spearhead risk assessment of the
department;
·
Mentor and coach departmental staff;
and
·
Oversee the development,
documentation and implementation of procedures and processes in compliance with
ISO 9001:2015.
Qualifications
·
Masters degree in social studies or a
business related field with specialization in economics, statistics or
development studies;
·
Bachelors degree in social sciences
or business related field;
·
Research based , statistics,
modelling, data analysis professional qualifications;
·
Specialist knowledge in using at
least one statistical package; and
·
Proficiency in ICT.
·
At least twelve (12) years’
experience in research gained from reputable organizations, with at least three
(3) years in a management position;
·
Diverse experience in project
management, development of research tools, monitoring and evaluation , report
writing and dissemination of information; and
·
Experience in managing and leading
diverse teams of professionals.
Skills and Competences
·
Decision making skills;
·
Ability to interpret long term plans,
programs and budgets developed senior management level;
·
Interpersonal and leadership skills;
·
Project management skills;
·
Ability to develop plans, programs,
SOPS, and coordination of workflows
·
Creativity; and
·
Strategic management Skills.
How to Apply
Applicants should download, fill and
submit the employment application form which is located at our website www.amsol.co.ke/job/manager-policy-and-research/
Director, Competition and Consumer
Protection
Our client is a corporate body
established under the Competition Act, No. 12 of 2010 (the Act). The client’s
mandate is to enforce the Act with the objective of enhancing the welfare of
the people of Kenya by promoting and protecting effective competition in
markets and preventing misleading market conduct throughout Kenya.
On behalf of the client, we seek to
recruit highly experienced, highly competent, motivated and self-driven
individual with excellent credentials and strategic minds to competitively fill
the above aforementioned position.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
·
Be actively involved in ensuring that
the strategy gets translated into a business plan and budget for the Division;
·
Ensure the consistency with the
Authority’s strategy and business plan
·
Ensure that risks are identified in
the planning process and that the division is constantly aware of the managing
of these risks;
·
Input meaningfully into the Authority’s
strategy, especially with regard to economic analysis and policy, and as
regards impact and prioritization;
·
Ensure performance measures are
designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan;
·
Ensure reporting on work done into
the reporting structures in the Authority on a monthly; quarterly or annual
basis;
·
Develop strategies and policy in line
with legislation and good practice in relation to governance, accountability
and standards; and
·
Work closely within the executive
team (EXCOM) to develop and implement strategic plans and company goals and
initiatives and create associated policies and procedures.
Competition Act Implementation
·
Give expert insight to reduce the
time needed for consideration by the technical team;
·
Provide support head of departments
in balancing expert advice for one discipline against the expert advice of
other disciplines and wider strategic, tactical and policy considerations;
·
Work collaboratively with the Head of
Departments and Technical Team, respecting their responsibilities for delivery
and their accountability as decision-makers on the overall project;
·
Play a senior leadership role in
bringing the CAK internal community along to support the outputs delivered by
developing effective and strategic relationships;
·
Play a senior leadership role in
bringing external stakeholders along with the CAK through open, professional
and proactive engagement and with enforcement partners in relation to specific
cases;
·
Operate and champion new cross-office
project management systems and ways of working that will cover a wide range of
CAK’s work;
·
Responsible for making sure that
close integration of multi- disciplinary teams works effectively in a manner
that supports the HODs of Technical departments’ responsibilities for project delivery
and quality; and
·
Support the DG in fulfilling the
Competition Act functions by ensuring that he is briefed timeously through
relevant and meaningful briefing documents.
Division Oversight
·
Build a highly effective team, by
leading, managing and motivating staff and by directing and coaching them where
appropriate, so that they achieve excellence in delivery;
·
To take responsibility for the
reports emerging from the division and all documentation sent to the DG;
·
Oversee division’s budgeting,
monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, cash flow and debt management;
·
Coordinate departmental and corporate
wide systems purchases, implementations, and upgrades;
·
Manage the skills development for
staff to ensure that training needs are properly identified and appropriate
training is arranged;
·
Manage and conduct performance
management reviews for the division;
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
Work closely with department heads to develop goals and initiatives; and
·
Ensure quality control and customer
service
Qualifications
·
Masters degree in Law /Economics;
·
Bachelors degree in Law /Economics or
a business related field;
·
Membership to a relevant professional
body;
·
Specialist knowledge in competition
law and policy development;
·
Certificate in Strategic Leadership;
and
·
Proficiency in ICT.
·
Minimum of fifteen (15) years’
relevant experience with at least six (6) years at leadership level in
competition and consumer protection enforcement;
·
Extensive practical experience of the
application of competition and consumer law to market and competition analysis;
and
·
Experience in managing and leading
diverse teams of professionals
Skills and Competences
·
Operational problem solving skills;
·
Ability to develop long term
integrated and cross functional operational plans;
·
Ability to operationalize strategy
into action for the organization as whole; and
·
Strategic management skills.
How to Apply
Applicants should
download, fill and submit the employment application form which is located at
our website www.amsol.co.ke/job/director-competition-and-consumer-protection/