The National Commission for Science,
Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is a State Corporation established under
the Science, Technology and Innovation Act of 2013.
To achieve this mandate the
Commission seeks to fill the following vacant position:
Director, Finance and Administration
(DFA)
STIC Grade 13
Ref: NACOSTI/DFA/STIC13/2015
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Director, Finance and Administration (DFA) will be the Head of Finance and Administration Division and will be responsible to the Director General/CEO in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Ensuring sound financial and accounting
procedures, principles and controls
- Implementing computerized financial
information systems
- Interpreting financial reports, statements and
accounting records
- Developing and implementing sound financial
management policies, systems and procedures aimed at improving financial
reporting and accounting
- Planning and coordinating timely preparation
of annual work plans and budget estimates
- Coordinating ISO processes and compliance
- Managing of donor funds and un-voted
provisions
- Providing strategic direction in the Finance,
Administration and Planning functions of the Commission
- Working closely with the Management team and
advising on financial implications of the proposed actions
- Developing, reviewing and implementing
appropriate Financial Policy Framework to guide decision making
- Ensuring that the Human Resource and Financial
Strategy are linked to the overall strategy of the Commission
- Monitoring effective implementation of the
Financial, Human Resource and Accounting strategy
- Developing and implementing Corporate
Information Communication Technology strategies to improve performance.
- Oversee Resource Mobilization for the
Commission
- Ensuring adherence to contractual agreements
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Finance,
Accounting, Public/Business Administration or any other relevant qualification
from a University recognized in Kenya.
In addition the candidate should
possess the following qualifications:
- At least twelve (12) years experience in
Administration, Human Resource Management, Finance and Accounting, three
(3) of which should have been in a Senior Management position in the
Public Service or Private Sector
- Be in good standing with a relevant
professional body
- Attended a course in Strategic Leadership/
Senior Management Development
- Have demonstrated professional administrative
capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of
a public/private organization
- Proficiency in application of Information and
Communication Technology (ICT)
- Have good understanding of the Public Service
Financial, Accounting, Administrative and Human Resource management
operations.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic Planning
- Good interpersonal relations with proven
communication skills
- Strong negotiation and organizational skills
- Strong leadership and management skill
- Team player
- Corporate Governance
How to Apply
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.
Additionally, they should provide
names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past
supervisor.
A copy of national identity card,
details of remuneration history and current contact must be provided.
Candidates shortlisted for interview for the three (3) posts of Directors (STIC 13) must further submit the following:
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal
Investigations Department (CID)
- Clearance letter from Higher Education Loans
Board (HELB)
- Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority (KRA)
- Report from an approved Credit Reference
Bureau (CRB)
- Clearance by the Ethics and Anti Corruption
Commission (EACC)
NB: Candidates with Degrees from Universities outside
Kenya must submit a Certificate of Equation and Recognition from the Commission
for University Education (CUE).
The successful Candidates for the positions of Directors – STIC Grade 13, will be engaged on a five (5) years Contract renewable for one further term of equivalent period..
Applications must clearly indicate the Reference (REF) of the vacancy (on the envelope and letter) and should be sent either by post to:-
The successful Candidates for the positions of Directors – STIC Grade 13, will be engaged on a five (5) years Contract renewable for one further term of equivalent period..
Applications must clearly indicate the Reference (REF) of the vacancy (on the envelope and letter) and should be sent either by post to:-
The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.O Box 30623 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Or
Hand-delivered to Utalii House, Utalii lane, off Uhuru Highway, 9th Floor, Room 902, to be received by Friday 2nd April 2015 at 5.00 p.m.
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and all qualified Kenyans
are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Note: Canvassing will lead to
automatic disqualification.