Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)
Vacancies
Administration Services Manager
Vacancies
Administration Services Manager
The Authority would like to fill the Position of Administration
Manager.
Main duties;
- Provide
timely services to all departments and ensure efficient daily operation of
the department.
- Monitor
the Offices to ensure they remain safe, secure and well maintained.
- Direct
and co-ordinate the supportive services of the Authority.
- Prepare
and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and
efficiency.
- Analyse
internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy
changes to improve operations eg supply changes and disposal of records.
- Oversee
maintenance, repair of machinery, equipment, electrical and mechanical
systems.
- Manage
leasing of office space and ensure adequate allocation of office space.
- Oversee
disposal of obsolete stores and property.
- Conduct
needs assessment of user requirements to determine current and future
needs (eg for updated equipment, programs etc).
- Direct
procurement of services, supplies and equipment to support assigned
functions.
- Provide
historical reference by developing and utilizing file retrieval systems.
- Achieve
financial objectives by anticipating requirements, submitting information
for budget preparation. Scheduling expenditures, monitoring costs and
analysing variances.
Skills required;
- Strong
verbal and written communication skills, ability to influence/persuade all
levels of staff.
- Strong
organization skills.
- Proven
skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options
for resolution.
- Be
pro-active.
- Computer
Literacy.
Qualifications;
- A
Bachelors degree in social sciences from a recognized Institution.
- 5
years experience in a large Organization, 3 of which must be at Managerial
level.
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
The Authority would like to fill the Position of Monitoring and
Evaluation Manager.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for
developing, planning, implementing and evaluating the performance of the
management and reporting systems for the Authority.
Main duties;
- Develop
comprehensive monitoring and evaluation strategy, framework and systems,
associated tools that will track progress on the Authority’s strategic
objectives including key performance indicators.
- Implement
monitoring and evaluation tools and carry out quantitative and qualitative
analysis of data.
- Provide
quarterly reports on activities outputs and relevant outcome indicators to
the Chief Planning Manager.
- Preparing
and updating Performance Management plans.
- Establish
data collection and management systems.
- Oversee
internal communication on M & E progress and results.
- Coordinate
staff performance appraisal systems in conjunction with relevant
departments.
- Develop
quality assurance plans and verification procedures, train staff on M
& E best practices and ensure compliance to policies and procedures.
- Prepare
quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing
information and trends.
- Ensure
that all Performance Contracts reports are completed and submitted on time
in a technically accurate and error-free format to the Management,
Authority’s Board and GOK.
Skills required;
- Defined
substantive experience in M & E and quality assurance systems.
- Strong
skills in procedure implementation and quality auditing and solid
understanding of ISO.
- Strong
computer skills – in particular Excel.
- Excellent
communication skills, proven both in writing and verbally.
Qualifications;
- A
Bachelors degree in Economics, Business, Statistics, Social Sciences or
equivalent from a recognized Institution.
- A
Post graduate training in M & E.
- A
Masters Degree in Strategic Planning.
- 5
years experience in M & E, 3 of which should be at the Management
Level.
Public Relations Manager
The Authority would like to fill the position of Public
Relations Manager.
The main duties and functions will be;
- Plan
and direct public relations programs designed to create and maintain a
favourable public image for the Authority.
- Develop
and maintain the Authority’s Corporate image and identity.
- Write
effective press release and prepare information for Media, and maintain
Authority’s Internet or Intranet web pages.
- Manage
communication budgets.
- Manage
special events such as Launches of Master Plans, Projects, and strategies.
- Assign,
supervise and review the activities of public relations staff.
- Evaluate
advertising and promotion programs for compatibility with public relations
efforts.
- Produce
publicity brochures, handouts, promotional videos and multi media programs
on Authority’s Policies and regulate their distribution and ensure they
reach the Public.
- Organize
Press Conferences, Exhibitions and press tours.
- Draft
speeches for the Authority’s Chief Executive for public meetings .
- Prepare
inhouse letters to convey important announcements by the Management and
develop instructional or motivational videos for staff.
- Maintain
good working relationships with both the Stakeholders and the external
customers of the Authority.
Skills Required;
The Public Relations Manager will be expected to:-
- Have
a good understanding of the Authority’s objectives.
- Be
pro-active in generating new ideas, for effective communication of the
objectives.
- Strong
leadership qualities and the ability to successfully complete projects.
- Good
managerial and communication skills.
- Be
a good listener and observer.
- Know,
observe, study and report on social, Economic and political trends that
might promote or boost or affect the progress of the Authority.
- Negotiation
and service orientation and coordination skills.
Qualifications;
The ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications;
- A
Bachelors degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or relevant degree from
a recognized.
- A
post graduate qualification in Public Relations.
- A
Masters in Business Administration will be an added advantage.
- 5
years experience in the Public Relations field.
- Proven
Computer Literacy.
All applications should be addressed to the
Managing Director,
Tana and Athi River Development Authority,
P. O. Box 47309-00100.
Nairobi.