Director Corporate Services
Job Specifications
The Director, Corporate Services will
be responsible for the following:-
Coordinate development of policies,
plans and strategies in the functional areas of Human Resource, Finance,
Administration, Corporate Communications, Communication Technology and
Commercial Enterprises services;
Develop effective operational
policies, procedures, internal controls and systems for identifying, measuring,
monitoring and controlling Institute’s operations to drive the implementation
of the approved strategy;
Oversee management of the Institute’s
revenues and expenditure, assets and liabilities and staff payroll;
Foster a culture that promotes team
capability and reflects the values which
facilitate performance,
professionalism and innovation by staff throughout the institute;
Ensure financial prudence and
discipline for Financial Accounting, Planning, budgeting and budgetary controls
in compliance with the set legal guidelines;
Oversee planning, directing and
executing all human resources strategies, policies and plans;
Coordinate provision of Engineering
and maintenance services,
Ensure effective implementation and
compliance with all legislative requirements relating to corporate services;
Coordinate the institute’s Management
Information Systems and security;
Coordinate technology infrastructure
in line with the institute’s goals and changing technologies;
Provide technical, strategic and
policy advice on ICT matters and implementation of various ICT work processes,
procedures and other administrative related matters;
Ensure conducive work environment in
the institute;
Coordinate the establishment and
management of income generating programs and activities
Coordinate the provision of physical
security; and
Oversee Development, review and
implementation of communications strategy to
support the Institute’s objectives;
Ensure development and implementation
of corporate communications plans to enhance the visibility of the Institute;
Undertake business case analysis and
due diligence as well as prioritization of new initiatives and business
opportunities to ensure viability before investment;
Ensure appropriate systems and
procedures are in place to maximize the safety and security of all staff, units
and stakeholders;
Liaise with other security agencies on
security matter;
Coordinate implementation of general
administrative policies and programs;
Coordinate Management of the corporate
image of the Institute; and
Coordinate the Institute’s public
functions and corporate events.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
At least twelve (12) years’ relevant
work experience five (5) of which must have been in management position;
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Management or any other relevant social sciences from a recognized Institution;
Master’s Degree in Business
Administration or any other relevant social sciences from a recognized
Institution;
Professional qualification and
membership to professional body where applicable;
Leadership course lasting not less
four (4) weeks (cumulative).
Proficiency in computer application;
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6
of the Constitution
Key Skills and
Competencies
Strategic thinking;
Analytical skills;
Communication and reporting skills;
Leadership skills;
Mentorship skills;
Research fundraising skills;
Interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Team player
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications
online through the KEMRI website: www.kemri.org/career-e-recruitment Portal
by enclosing detailed CV, copies
of academic and professional certificates email address, telephone contact and
details and contact information for three referees should be received on
or before 30th May, 2023 by 5:00 pm East African Time
KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity; persons with disability, women, youth and those from
marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. KEMRI does not charge a fee at any
stage of its recruitment process including application, interview and
processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such request
immediately.
