Our
client, an autonomous Public Research Institute is charged with the mandate of
providing quality public policy advice to the Government of Kenya, private
sector and other stakeholders in order to contribute to the achievement of
national long-term development goals.
- Conducting
objective public policy research and analysis;
- informing
and providing advice during policy-making process;
- Building
capacity of the Government of Kenya and other partners to absorb,
undertake and analyze public policy;
- strengthening
working modalities with the Government of Kenya and other
stakeholders.
Towards meeting the requirements of this mandate and in
enhancing institutional capacity, our client invites applications from
qualified candidates to fill the following positions within its establishment.
Executive Director
Job
Ref: MMC/2303
Job
Purpose: The
Executive Director will be responsible to the Board of Directors and shall have
overall responsibility in ensuring that Institute’s mandate is attained as per
the relevant Act.
The
Executive Director will provide strategic direction and leadership to the
Institute whilst consistently ensuring the highest standards of operations.
Job Specifications
- Overall
responsibility for the Institution’s resources, operations and being
accountable for its activities.
- Plan
and coordinate the overall research program of the Institute including
emerging issues for public policy research
- Review
and validate the Institute’s work plans, and budget and present the same
to the Board
- Review
key policy papers developed by the Institute and advise the Board of
Directors before circulation to key stakeholders.
- Establish
guidelines and schedules for regular updating of economic models based on
available data and research methodology.
- Establish
procedures for effective communication and coordination with the
Institute’s key stakeholders.
- Put
in place effective financial management policies and systems for
monitoring and reporting financial performance, including accountability
of funds in tandem with budgetary policy.
- Identify
favorable financing partners and facilitate Institutional funding.
Job Requirements
- Doctorate
Degree in Social Sciences.
- Experience
in quantitative economic analysis and public policy research and policy
formulation and procedures of the Government.
- Proven
leadership ability in policy oriented research and analysis.
- Management
experience in the areas of both personnel and budget control.
- Served
for a minimum of ten (10) years, five (5) of which must be post PhD and at
a senior position management in a Research Institution.
- Have
a track record of publications in public policy and research.
- Clear
knowledge of Vision 2030 and ability to align research findings to the
Vision.
- Demonstrated
familiarity with donor funding and resource mobilization.
- Meet
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Personal Attributes
- Proven
track history of creativity, innovation and self-drive.
- Result
orientated and ability to handle a sensitive institution.
- Excellent
communication and presentation skills
- Strong
interpersonal and analytical skills, team capability with high
professional ethical standing.
Senior Legal Officer
Job
Purpose: Reporting
functionally to the Board and administratively to the Executive Director, the
Senior Legal Officer will provide guidance to the Board on their duties and
responsibilities on matters of governance and will also be responsible for
ensuring that the legal framework and any supporting policies and procedures
are clearly documented and complied with.
Job
Specifications
- Provide
corporate governance advisory and practical support to the Board of
Directors, its members and the institute for the effective discharge of
their duties and responsibilities whilst ensuring compliance with the
applicable laws, regulations and codes of ethics.
- Ensure
statutory compliance through regular monitoring and implementation of
legal, regulatory and policy requirements including filing of statutory
returns, Board records, Institute’s key records, Assets registers and
maintenance of a disaster recovery program.
- Coordinate
the timely publication and distribution of the Institute’s annual report
and accounts including interim statements, in consultation with the
Institute’s internal and external advisors.
- Provide
guidance and practical timely support to ensure effective and efficient
Board and committee meetings / processes by facilitating proper
constitution, clear terms of reference, well-articulated agenda and
minutes, including following up of actions points.
- Take
responsibility to arrange new Directors’ induction, conducting Training
needs assessment for the Board and implementing appropriate interventions
to meet statutory and regulatory requirements, ensure effective Board and
Committee evaluations.
Job Requirements
- Degree
in law or relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya
- Certified
Public Secretary (CPS)
- Member
of the Institute of Certified Public Secretary of Kenya in good standing
- Minimum
of five (5) years’ experience as a Legal Officer or in similar governance
role.
- Meet
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
Personal Attributes
- Exceptional
organization skills
- Honest
with attention to detail
- Critical
thinker and problem solver
- Confident
and keen listener
Interested Candidates must obtain and submit with their
application copies of clearance certificates from the following Organizations:-
- Kenya
Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate).
- Higher
Education Loans Board.
- Ethics
and Anti-Corruption Commission.
- Criminal
Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct).
How to Apply
Candidates
who meet the above requirements should submit their applications so as to reach
the address shown below by close of business on 15th April 2016 at
5.00pm.
Applications
to include CVs with details of day time contacts, current and expected salary,
notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three
referees. Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates /
Testimonials, and copy of National ID or Passport.
Executive Selection,
Masmec Ltd,
Simco Plaza, 4th Floor Suite 401, Lusaka Road,
P.O Box 40969-00100, Nairobi.
Or emailed to: executiveselection@masmecltd.com
or
hand delivered and
registered in the applications’ register at the physical address shown.
Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documentation /details as sought will not be considered.
Any
form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Only
shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.