Brand Kenya Board (BKB) is a
state corporation established in March 2008 and mandated to ensure that an
integrated national brand is created, harnessed and sustained in the long
term.
The Board is mandated to
develop and implement a National identity that will sour higher levels of
pride, patriotism and social cohesion among the citizenry, and manage Kenya's
image and reputation in order to enhance the levels of confidence in Kenya as a
competitive destination for; FDI inflows, Corporates / Institutional
Headquarters, Tourism and Visitors, Trade and inward flow of talent.
The Board seeks to strengthen its management team by hiring valued talent to
fill the following critical position:
Head of Procurement
Ref: BKB/HR/HPRC/06/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Chief
Executive Officer, the Head of Procurement responsible for developing and
formulating Brand Kenya Board’s procurement policy and ensuring timely delivery
of goods, services and work to the Board.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Maintain and
update annually, standing lists of registered suppliers require by Brand
Kenya Board;
- Prepare,
publish and distribute procurement and disposal opportunities including
invitation to tender, pre-qualification documents and invitations for
expression of interest;
- Co-ordinate
the receiving and opening of tender documents;
- Maintain and
safe guard procurement and disposal documents and records in accordance
with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations;
- Propose the
membership of evaluation committee to the accounting officer for approval;
- Co-ordinate
the evaluation of tenders, quotations and proposals;
- Recommend
negotiating team for appointment by the accounting officer where
negotiations are allowed by the Act and these regulations and participate
in such negotiations;
- Prepare and
publish notices of award and notices of tender acceptance;
- Prepare
contract documents, in line with the award decision;
- Prepare and
issue rejection and debriefing letters;
- Prepare
contract variations and modification to documents;
- Maintain and
archive documents and records of the procurement and disposal activities
for the required period;
- Provide
information as required, as required, for any petition or investigation to
debar a tenderer or contractor or any investigation under review
procedures;
- Implement the
decisions of the evaluation and disposal committee, including coordinating
all activities of these committees;
- Act as a
Secretary to the Evaluation Committees;
- Liaise with
the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority and other bodies on matters
relating to procurement and disposal;
- Prepare and
submit to the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority reports required
under the Act, its related Regulations and guidelines of the Authority;
- Monitor
contract management by user departments to ensure implementation of
contracts in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts;
- Report any
significant departures from the terms and conditions of the contract to
the head of the procuring entity;
- Recommend the
delegation of a procurement or disposal function to another procuring
entity by the head of the procuring entity whenever a need arises;
- Prepare
consolidated procurement and disposal plans;
- Advise the
procuring entity on aggregation of procurement to promote economies of
scale;
- Co-ordinate
internal monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain function;
- Carry out
periodic market surveys to inform the placing of orders or adjudication by
the relevant award committee;
- Conduct
periodic and annual stock taking;
- Certify the
invoices and payment vouchers to suppliers;
- Approve
extension of the tender validity period;
- Verify that
the available stock levels warrant initiating a procurement process;
- Carry out any
other functions or duties as may be provided under the Act or these
Regulations and any other functions that might be stipulated by the
Authority;
- Develop and
execute risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
procurement function;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto
II. Managerial / Supervisory
Responsibilities
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the
procurement function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the procurement function and
all documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
III. Decision Making:
- Makes strategic,
operational and financial decisions for the section
- Plans the work
of subordinates
- Assigns work
to subordinates
- Monitors
subordinates work performance
- Appraises/evaluates
subordinates performance
Minimum Qualifications:-
- Bachelor’s
degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized
University.
- At least seven
(7) years’ experience in Procurement three (3) of which should be in
managing a busy organization’s procurement department preferably within
the public sector;
- Post Graduate
Diploma in Procurement and Supplies Management.
- Professional
membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or its equivalent.
- A valid
practicing license from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
- A Masters
degree in Supply Chain Management or related field from a recognized
university is an added advantage
Key Competencies:
- Excellent
analytical, communication and interpersonal skills,
- Demonstrable
understanding of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015;
- Enterprise
Resource Planning (ERP) User skills
- Ability to
maintain confidentiality of privileged information and to ensure absolute
discretion and sensitivity to confidential matters
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Head of Branding
Ref: BKB/HR/
HB/01/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director
Marketing & Communications, the Head of Branding shall be responsible for
determination of Kenya’s authentic identity, her brand promise to its citizens
and the world, communication of that brand promise and ensuring that Kenya
delivers on the promise.
The scope of work will
entail; internal branding, export branding, public service branding, counties
branding etc.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Understand the
vision, aspirations and perceptions, purpose, positioning and commitment
of the nation brand – Kenya;
- Prioritize the
value drivers and key audiences in terms of how to govern the nation
brand;
- Work with all
stakeholders in order to develop and implement the Nation Branding
Strategy for Kenya
- Collaborate
with all stakeholders in mobilizing resources for the implementation and
monitoring of the defined nation branding strategy for Kenya;
- Develop a unique
identity and brand promise for each of Kenya’s leading exports i.e. Tea,
Coffee, Tourism, Horticulture, Culture, Sports etc and ensure continual
communication of the promise and actual improvement of the quality of
delivery for each;
- Development
and implementation of brand strategies for improving the image of Kenya’s
counties, cities and towns in collaboration with County Governments;
- Work with
stakeholders to promote the Kenya brand to its citizens both resident in
Kenya and in diaspora, in order to enhance patriotism, national pride,
social cohesion and participation in nation building;
- Work with the
Media and Publicity function within the Board to develop and execute
integrated communications campaigns targeting the public and other
consumer segments;
- Continually
monitor country branding trends including identification of risks and
opportunities and advice the board on corrective actions as necessary;
- Develop the
Board’s and Kenya’s brand guidelines and ensure they are upheld at all
times by stakeholders;
- Constantly
monitor and analyze stakeholder needs and country branding trends through
national and international market monitoring and market research.
- Prepare budget
utilisation projections and work plans in line with BKB strategic plan and
ensure effective and efficient utilization of the same;
- Develop and
execute risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
Kenya brand;
- Ensure
departmental compliance with relevant Government laws, policies and
procedures of the Board as well as relevant ISO standards.
- Any other
duties incidental thereto
II. Managerial / Supervisory
Responsibilities
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the branding
function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the Branding function and all
documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
- Working with
various stakeholders to continually build and sustain the nation brand.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of
Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences or related
fields from a recognized University.
- Masters Degree
in marketing or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
- Post graduate
qualification in Marketing and/or Chartered Institute of Marketing
- Membership of
a professional body for marketers (MSK, CIM etc).
- At least 7
years’ work experience 3 of which must be in product or brand management,
Key Competencies:
- Functional
excellence in brand management
- Strong
analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong
strategic leader and thinker
- Proven ability
to lead and influence a team oriented
- Ability to
lead/influence a team
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
- People
development /management and
- Ability to
quickly make decisions and good interpersonal skills
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Head of Media & Publicity
Ref: BKB/HR/
HMP/02/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director
Marketing & Communications, the Head of Media & Publicity shall be in
charge of the Media and Publicity function.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Development
and execution of a comprehensive media, publicity and public relations
strategy for the nation brand - Kenya and for the corporate brand- Brand
Kenya Board to be implemented across media platforms;
- Analysis and
interpretation of public opinion, attitudes and other contextual issues
that have an impact – positive or negative on the nation brand - Kenya and
on the corporate brand- Brand Kenya Board;
- Advise on the
course of action to win public understanding of the nation brand – Kenya,
and of the corporate brand- Brand Kenya Board; and resolve issues that may
arise;
- Undertake
mapping of all media and other stakeholders necessary and sufficient for
nation branding and develop and stakeholder engagement plan for realization
of desired branding goals;
- Ensure a
steady supply of positive content on Kenya to be easily accessed by the
public and stakeholders across all media platforms;
- Identify
opportunities and generate ideas for media coverage, and pitch ideas to
appropriate media outlets;
- Undertake
daily media monitoring and analysis on Kenya and provide regular updates
on trends and necessary interventions to sustain and or improve positive
coverage;
- To ensure that
all efforts of the media and publicity function are fully integrated with
all strategies and promotions;
- Develop and
implement an effective media relations plan to generate continued greater
awareness of the Kenya brand and support any overall branding initiatives;
- Facilitate
arrangements for media events and other fora aimed at improving
interactions between the Board and media professionals;
- Develop and
continually maintain a database of media stakeholders i.e. owners,
editors, journalists, analysts etc.;
- Research and
write all media releases, press materials, press kits and public service
announcements (PSAs) for the Board, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
- Develop and
implement a digital optimization strategy that will be implemented to
increase Kenya’s awareness, reach and conversion of citizens/‘wananchi’
into patriots and positive ambassadors of Kenya;
- Develop and
implement relevant digital analytics tools that will maximize performance
of messaging and engagement strategies online;
- Develop and
publish a national events calendar for Kenya;
- Manage publicity
for events on the national events calendar for Kenya based on the Board’s
guidance;
- Develop and
implement a strategy for execution of each of the Board’s strategic
events;
- Manage
stakeholder engagement and coordination for the Board’s strategic events;
- Develop and
execute a risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
Kenya brand;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto.
II. Managerial / Supervisory
Responsibilities
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the media and
publicity function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the media and publicity
function and all documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
- Working with
various stakeholders to continually build and sustain the nation brand.
III. Decision Making:
- Makes
strategic, operational and financial decisions for the section
- Directs and
supervises the work of subordinates
- Assigns work
to subordinates
- Monitors
subordinates work performance
- Appraises/evaluates
subordinates performance
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Journalism, Communication, Linguistics, Literature or other
business related field from a recognized University
- Masters Degree
in communication or its equivalent will be an added advantage
- Post graduate
qualification in Mass Communications or Journalism from a recognized
University/Institution
- Membership of
a professional body of Public Relations, Journalism or Communication
practitioners.
- At least 7
years’ work experience in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications
of which 3 years must be in a busy newsroom as a reporter, editor or
producer;
Key Competencies:
- A
well-developed network with media houses to be able to push content onto
all the media outlets in a timely manner;
- Excellent
media relations;
- Experience in
media crisis management;
- In-depth
understanding of the socioeconomic and political situation of the Country
- Print and
digital editorial skills;
- Exceptional
(speech) writing skills
- High
integrity, self-driven and result oriented
- Excellent
communication, teamwork and problem solving skills
- Creativity and
innovation
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Head of Information Communication
& Technology (ICT)
Ref: BKB/HR/
ICT/06/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director Finance
and Administration, this position heads the ICT department and is in charge of
all computerization of the Board’s systems and projects to optimize
organizational efficiency and outputs to deliver set objectives.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Formulate and
implement ICT policies, standards and procedures in line with the Board’s
objectives;
- Plan and
oversee the acquisition, upgrading, repair and/or replacement and
maintenance of computer systems, electronic equipment and peripherals;
- Initiate,
plan, manage specific computerization projects and technological
innovations;
- Preparation of
technical specifications to be used in the procurement of computer
products and services;
- Ensure that
inventory of all computing equipment, software, hardware and ICT documents
and records are properly maintained;
- Design,
improve and manage BKBs website and LAN;
- Ensure there’s
a sustainable organization succession plan;
- Ensure
sufficient and correct information is uploaded on the Board’s website to
ensure it projects the Boards image and vision;
- Ensure that
the network is operational during access hours and appropriate back-up
protocols are implemented;
- Responsible
for regular maintenance programs and resolving failures in hardware and
software;
- Ensure the
preparation and maintenance of documentation, manuals and user notes;
- Monitor the
use of hardware and software and ensure all software is licensed;
- Responsible
for setting up security parameters and ensuring virus checks are
implemented;
- Comply with
policies and procedures relating to health, safety, welfare, security,
confidentiality and data protection, reporting any concerns to the
appropriate person,
- Manage the ICT
staff including training and appraisal;
- Develop and
execute risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
Kenya brand;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto
II. Managerial / Supervisory
Responsibilities
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the ICT
function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the ICT function and all
documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
III. Decision Making:
- Makes
strategic, operational and financial decisions
- Plans the work
of subordinates
- Assigns work
to subordinates
- Monitors
subordinates work performance
- Appraises/Evaluates
subordinates’ performance
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelor’s
degree in IT or Computer Science or a related field
- Post graduate
diploma or Certifications in Information Systems or equivalent
- At least seven
(7) years’ experience in ICT of which three (3) years should be at
managerial level or in a comparable and relevant position in a busy
organization;
- A+ and N+ Certification;
- Conversant
with LAN, and WAN/VSAT systems CCNA;
- Membership to
a professional body for ICT professionals.
- A Masters
degree from a recognized university is an added advantage; V. Key
competencies:
- Conversant
with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) -Microsoft Dynamics NAV, ICT
infrastructure and systems.
- Proficient in
a multi-platform environments e.g. Microsoft, Linux; and
- Ability to
troubleshoot common hardware/software issues
- Management,
organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to
develop and coordinate programs, SOPS and workflows.
- Analytical/Creative.
- Proven track
record of successful implementation of various ICT projects to support
strategic initiatives of an organization.
- Knowledge and
experience in modern ICT applications and operations management in
financial services.
- Excellent
relationship management, negotiation and strategic networking skills.
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and
manage customer expectations (internal and external) and other
stakeholders who impact performance.
- Strategic
orientation
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Head of Human Resource and Administration
Ref: BKB/HR/HHRA/03/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director
Finance and Administration, the Head of Human Resource and Administration shall
be in charge of human capital and administration functions of the Board.
The scope of the work will
entail formulation and implementation of human resource policies and
procedures, employee resourcing, employee on-boarding, salary administration,
performance management, training & development, succession planning, budget
preparation, handling Industrial relations disputes, managing organization
discipline, and general administration.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- To plan,
develop and drive HR strategies, policies and procedures to attract,
retain and enhance capacity, and employ relations that maximize employee
productivity in line with the corporate strategic plan;
- Development of
organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources
issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to
organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human
resources objectives in line with organizational objectives.
- Implementation
of human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities,
including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing,
compensation, health and welfare benefits, records management, employee
relations and retention, and compliance with Employment Act and related
Government regulations and policies.
- To manage
human resources operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training,
coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; planning, monitoring,
appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining
compensation; determining production, productivity, quality, and
customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources;
resolving problems; implementing change.
- Preparation
and implementation of the Human Resource and Administration work plan and
performance contracting targets;
- Salary
Administration including bonuses and other rewards;
- Guide the
implementation of an Industrial Policy by interpreting the impact of
changes in labour laws on strategic business mission;
- Designing and
implementing sustainable employee training and development plan.
- Managing the
organization’s performance management system.
- Preparing
budgets for the Human Resource and Administration unit and overseeing
implementation and control;
- Manage
sustainable organization succession plan;
- Provide
leadership in building an effective organizational culture for sustainable
results;
- Develop and
administer a maintenance and repair programme of the Board’s property,
motor vehicles, equipment, machinery and physical infrastructure based on
approved contracts, requisitions and job cards to ensure highest
workmanship and value for money;
- Develop and
monitor guidelines on health, safety and security aimed at protecting
staff from accidents and hazards and ensuring compliance with established
regulations and submit reports on irregularities or unusual occurrences;
- Establish and
continuously review policies, systems and operating/performance standards
for transport and logistics services for optimum efficiency and costs;
- Develop and
execute risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
staff, tools, equipment, machinery and motor vehicles and facilitate
negotiations on appropriate insurance cover and compensation claims
against the Board that may arise from accidents, property damage, loss or
liability;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto
Managerial and Supervisory
Responsibilities:-
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the Human
Resource and Administration function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the Human Resource and
Administration function and all documentation sent to the Director and the
CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
Decision Making:
- Makes
strategic, operational and financial decisions for the section
- Plans the work
of subordinates
- Assigns work
to subordinates
- Monitors
subordinates work performance
- Appraises/evaluates
subordinates performance
Minimum qualifications:-
- Bachelor’s
degree in Human Resources or a related field from a recognized University
- Higher diploma
in Human Resources
- Institute of
Human Resource Management membership certificate and/or valid HR
practicing licence
- 7 years’
relevant work experience with at least 3 years managerial experience in a
busy organization
- A Masters
degree in Human Resources from a recognized university is an added
advantage
Key competencies:
- Knowledge of
Kenyan labour laws
- A demonstrable
ability to drive organizational value through the implementation of
appropriate and diligent HR management practices;
- Problem
solving , analytical and orientation to detail skills;
- Ability to
make critical and timely decisions in a highly sensitive environment
- ERP user
Skills
- Leadership
skills
- Guidance and
Counselling skills.
- Excellent
interpersonal, presentation, oral and written communication skills;
- Have
demonstrated personal integrity;
- Excellent
relationship building skills;
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Corporations Secretary
Ref: BKB/HR/CS/07/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Chief
Executive Officer, this position is responsible for the Board’s Legal function
and responsible for the Board of Directors matters in consultation with the
CEO.
Oversees the formulation and
implementation of legal policies and procedures in line with the Board’s
Strategic Plan.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks:
- Advise the
Board on matters related to corporate governance, laws, regulations and
ethics to ensure that all legal risks are identified and properly managed
- Provide
Secretarial Services to ensure that the Board’s work-plan is prepared and
adhered to, Board and Committees papers are circulated in advance of
meetings, a record of attendance at meetings is kept and Board decisions
are implemented;
- Prepare the
schedule of Board and Committee meetings for the year and prepare the agendas
for these meetings in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer and
Committee Chairpersons;
- Act as
custodian of the Board’s legal documents including the register, seal,
leases and contracts;
- Participate in
the formulation of the Board’s strategic plan, develop and administer the
department’s work plan and budget;
- Review the
Board’s legal and regulatory framework to ensure compliance and removal of
impediments;
- Represent the
institution on all legal matters and participate in the selection of legal
advisors;
- Arrange for
legal audits and ensure that all recommendations arising thereof are
implemented;
- Interpret the
Constitution and all laws that affect the Board on behalf of management
and the Board and advise on compliance;
- Oversee the
negotiations of commercial transactions including but not limited to
license agreements, confidentiality agreements, content distribution
agreements and vendor agreements;
- Take the
necessary action to protect the Board’s and Kenya’s rights, privileges and
interests in intellectual property and other product innovations and
processes through patents and copyrights;
- Ensure the
Board complies with statutory requirements including filing annual returns
and renewal of licences;
- Ensure proper
management of the pension scheme and the provident fund;
- Set, monitor
and evaluate performance targets for staff in the division in line with
the strategic plan; team spirit and effective succession planning;
- Participate in
meetings of Stakeholders and Management as necessary;
- Prepare and
present performance reports
- Review the
issues being presented to the Board and advise as appropriate;
- Coordinate
consolidation of Board’s Annual Reports and ensure that statutory
deadlines are met and that statutory and regulatory disclosures are
validated, particularly in relation to statements given on corporate
governance standards and practices in the Board;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto
Managerial / Supervisory
Responsibilities
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the Legal
function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly, quarterly
or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the Legal function and all
documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Law (LLB) or other relevant field from a University recognized
in Kenya;
- Master’s
degree in Law (LLM), Business Administration or other relevant field will
be an added advantage;
- Diploma in
Legal Practice from the Council of Legal Education;
- Must be an
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Must be a Certified
Public Secretary;
- At least seven
(7) years’ experience, three (3) of which should be as a Corporate
Secretary or in a comparable and relevant position preferably within the
public sector;
- Member of the
Law Society of Kenya (LSK);
- Member of the
Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya;
Key competencies:
- Report
Drafting and minutes writing skills;
- IT
proficiency;
- Analytical
skills;
- Project
management;
- Conversant
with the Kenya Law;
- Management,
organizational and leadership skills;
- Demonstrate
ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through team work;
- Decision
making;
- Demonstrate
resilience and flexibility in a demanding and fast changing environment;
- Excellent
relationship management, negotiation and networking skills;
- Excellent communication
and interpersonal skills;
- Strategic
orientation;
- Ability to
maintain confidentiality of privileged information and ensure absolute
discretion and sensitivity to confidential matters;
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
Head of Finance
Ref: BKB/HR/HoF/03/2016-2017
(L3)
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director
Finance and Administration, the Head of Finance will provide advice and support
to the Board and management on all finance matters and ensure prudent financial
management and accounting practice is achieved in line with international
standards, the Board’s finance policies and relevant government laws and
regulations.
Key Duties &
Responsibilities:-
The following are the key
responsibilities and duties for this position:
I. Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Provide
financial planning to support the corporate strategy and be the custodian
of financial plans and financial resource utilization;
- Establishment
of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with statutory
regulations;
- Designing and
implementing internal control systems;
- Production of
reports on all financial transactions;
- Coordinating
the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the
organisation’s financial performance against the budget and operational
goals;
- Administering
the payroll and employee benefits and the Board’s insurance;
- Developing,
maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and
capturing all pledges, billings and receipts;
- Coordination
of annual audits (both systems & book audits) in compliance with
International Accounting Standards;
- Management of
day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and
generating end-year reports;
- Maintaining
liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on
financial matters to ensure the Board’s compliance with statutory
requirements;
- Guiding and
supervising staff performance in the department to foster discipline,
motivation and team spirit.
- Participate in
the preparation of the Board’s strategic (Operational) plans and
forecasts, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios;
- Develop and
execute risk management strategy for all the risk factors affecting the
Board’s financial position;
- Ensure
Departmental compliance with the relevant ISO standard and procedures of
the Board; and,
- Any other
duties incidental thereto.
II. Managerial and
Supervisory Responsibilities:-
- Lead the
department by budgeting, planning and directing resources to achieve
targets and objectives;
- 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.
- Ensure
performance measures are designed to evaluate performance of the Finance
function against the Board’s strategic plan;
- Ensure timely
and comprehensive reporting is done on work undertaken on a monthly,
quarterly or annual basis including for performance contracting;
- Take
responsibility for the reports emerging from the Finance function and all
documentation sent to the Director and the CEO.
- Play a senior
leadership role in bringing along the internal community within Brand
Kenya Board to support the delivery of targets and goals by developing
effective and strategic interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships;
and,
III. Decision Making:
- Makes
strategic, operational and financial decisions for the section
- Plans the work
of subordinates
- Assigns work
to subordinates
- Monitors
subordinates work performance
- Appraises/evaluates
subordinates performance
Minimum qualifications:-
- A Bachelors
degree in Commerce/Business Management (Accounting/Finance option) or
similar field from a recognized University;
- Must be
Certified Public Accountant (K) and/or ACCA;
- Seven (7)
years progressive experience 3 of which must be in a senior management
position from a reputable organization
- An MBA in
Finance or equivalent from a recognized university is an added advantage
- Must be Member
of ICPAK
Key competencies:
- Practical
knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporations;
- Budget
development and oversight experience;
- Excellent
appreciation of computerized accounting software and packages
- Analytical
skills.
- ERP- Microsoft
Dynamics NAV User skills
- Ethics and
Integrity
- Strong
management and leadership skills
- Strong
interpersonal skills
Terms of Service: Permanent
and Pensionable
If you can clearly
demonstrate your ability to meet the set criteria for the above positions,
please visit our Website, www.brandkenya.go.ke,
download and complete the Application (Bio-data Form) HERE, attach copies of
your professional and academic certificates, testimonials and state current
position and remuneration, your email, day time contacts and contacts of three
(3) referees.
Kindly, indicate the position
and reference number on the application letter and Bio-data Form.
Shortlisted candidates would
be required to provide copies of clearance certificates from the following
institutions; The Criminal Investigation Department (CID), The Higher Education
Loans Board (HELB), The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and The Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
An attractive remuneration
package commensurate with the responsibilities of the positions will be
negotiated with the right candidates.
All applications with duly
completed Bio-data Form and copies of relevant supporting documents should be
submitted to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com or sent
to the address below not later than Thursday 20, July 2017 at 5.00pm.
The Director Hawkins
Associates Limited
P.O Box 30684 - 00100
Nairobi
P.O Box 30684 - 00100
Nairobi
Tel: +254 722 204422/733 616
138;
Please note that Brand Kenya Board is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that Brand Kenya Board is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
Any form of canvassing for
above positions will lead to automatic disqualification.
Please indicate the position
and reference number on the application letter and Bio-data Form.