Our client, Agriculture and Food Authority
is the regulatory authority for the food and agriculture sector in Kenya.
Established by the AFA Act in 2013, the
Authority is responsible for enhancing synergies between the various actors,
standardization and quality assurance of agricultural products and increased
competitiveness in the sector.
Director / Head of Directorate
Ref. AFA/DIR/01/2017
(8 Posts)
Reporting to the Director General, this
position is responsible for providing technical and administrative leadership
in their respective Directorates focusing on the individual products /
segments.
These Directorates are as follows: Tea,
Coffee, Sugar, Nuts and Oils, Food Crops, Horticultural Crops, Fibre Crops, and
Miraa / Pyrethrum and Other Industrial Crops.
Key Responsibilities
·
Provide
overall day to day leadership and administration of operations of the
respective Directorate;
·
Spearhead
the formulation of policies and guidelines on dealing with the respective
product/sector;
·
Lead
the promotion of the industry productivity and competitiveness of the sector
production;
·
Establish
and enforce regulations/ standards related to the particular sector across the
value chain; and
·
Formulate
and promote the sector marketing research strategies and develop strategies for
both the domestic and international markets.
Person Specifications
·
Is
a holder of a Masters and a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields;
Engineering, Natural Sciences, Humanities and Arts, Business, Finance, Computer
Science, Social Sciences, Agricultural Studies or related field from a
recognized university;
·
Has
not less than 10 years relevant work experience with 4 years at leadership
level; and
·
Valid
membership to a relevant professional body is an added advantage.
Director
- Corporate Services
Ref. AFA/DCS/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director General, the position is responsible for overall management of
enabling and support services in the Authority including Finance, HR and
Administration, ICT, Technical Services and Regional Coordination.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Oversee the development and
implementation of HR policies and procedures;
·
Ensure that financial resources of
the Authority are managed efficiently and provide accurate and timely financial
information;
·
Ensure continuous operation and
cost-efficiency of the Authority’s ICT systems, network, database architecture
and data security; and
·
Provide liaison and representation
the Authority with stakeholders and facilitating the Authority’s activities in
the regions.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Engineering, Natural
Sciences, Humanities and Arts, Business, Finance, Computer Science, Social
Sciences, Agricultural Studies or related field from a recognized university;
·
Has not less than 10 years relevant
work experience with 4 years in leadership; and
·
Valid membership to a relevant
professional body is an added advantage.
Company
Secretary and Head of Legal
Ref. AFA/CS/O1/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director General, this position is responsible for company secretarial
and legal functions of the Authority.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Provide advisory services to the
Management and the Board on legal matters;
·
Ensure compliance with the applicable
legal and regulatory requirements;
·
Effective and efficient management of
Board activities;
·
Draft and negotiate legal agreements
on behalf of the Authority; and
·
Execute contracts and other
instruments for the Authority.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Bachelors degree ¡n
Law and a Masters in a relevant field;
·
Be an Advocate of the High Court of
Kenya with an up to date practicing certificate;
·
Be fully qualified Certificate Public
Secretary (CPS) or equivalent; and
·
Has not less than 8 years
post-qualification experience in legal practice with 4 years at leadership
level.
Head
of Audit
Ref. AFA/HA/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
operationally to the Board and administratively to the Director General, this
position is responsible for providing Management and the Audit Committee with
reasonable assurance that the management control systems throughout the
Authority are adequate and operating effectively.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Oversee independent reviews and
evaluations of the Authority’s financial, operational and IT systems;
·
Lead, manage and develop an effective
audit program for the Authority;
·
Prepare a risk based annual audit
plan for the approval of the Board Audit & Risk Committee and ensure
implementation;
·
Review audit findings with internal
and external auditors, appraise the management and report to the Board Audit
& Risk Committee; and
·
Prepare and guide the audit committee
on risk management and audit and provide secretariat services to the Audit
& Risk Committee of the Board.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Business Administration, Commerce,
Economics, Finance, Accounting or related field from a recognized university;
·
Must have relevant Professional
Qualifications in any of the following; CPA (K), ACCA, CFA, CIMA and related
field;
·
Has not less than 8 years relevant
work experience with 4 years in management; and
·
Hold valid membership to Institute of
Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
Head
of Corporate Planning, Strategy and Risk Management
Ref. AFA/CPSRM/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director General, this position is responsible for providing leadership
in corporate and strategic planning and risk management functions for the
Authority.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Coordinate the development and
monitor implementation of the strategic plan for the Authority;
·
Guide the Authority’s directorates
and departments in setting and cascading performance contract targets and
evaluate the implementation of the performance contracts;
·
Undertake corporate research geared
towards improving service delivery to internal and external customers for the
Authority;
·
Evaluate and improve the
effectiveness of risk and quality management, control and governance processes;
·
Mobilise financial resources for the
Authority with potential partners; and
·
Design, implement and review the
Quality Management System (QMS) for the Authority and ensure continued
compliance with applicable subscribed standards and regulatory requirements.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Engineering, Natural
Sciences, Humanities and Arts, Business, Finance, Computer Science, Social Sciences,
Agricultural Studies or related field from a recognized university;
·
Has not less than 8 years relevant
work experience with 4 years in management; and
·
Valid membership to a relevant
professional body is an added advantage.
Head
of Finance
Ref. AFA/FIN/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director - Corporate Services, this position is responsible for ensuring
that financial resources of the Authority are managed prudently, identifying
profitable investment opportunities and providing accurate and timely financial
information.
Key Responsibilities
·
Contribute to the development and
implementation of operational strategies, policies, regulations, procedures and
standards for management of Finance and Accounts;
·
Oversee the preparation and
implementation of periodic departmental and unit budgets and cash flow
planning;
·
Ensure safe custody of the
Authority’s assets and financial resources;
·
Undertake sound financial investment
in line with the organization investment policies;
·
Ensure preparation of periodic
financial statements and annual accounts in line with International Reporting
Standards as prescribed by the Public Sector Accounting Standard Board; and
·
Coordinate statutory audits and
follow up actions with other departments.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Business Administration, Commerce,
Economics, Finance, Accounting or related field from a recognized university;
·
Be fully qualified Certified Public
Accountant (CPA) or equivalent;
·
Has not less than 8 years relevant
work experience with 4 years in management; and
·
Hold valid membership to Institute of
Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
Head
of Human Resource and Administration
Ref. AFA/HRA/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director - Corporate Services, this position is responsible for
providing leadership of the human resources management and administration
function of the Authority.
Key Responsibilities
·
Conceptualize, design and implement
people strategy in line with the corporate strategy and regulatory
requirements;
·
Manage employee relations, staff
benefits, training, talent management programs and welfare programs;
·
Provide direction in the annual HR
planning process, developing and monitoring the HR budget to ensure compliance;
and
·
Lead the provision of adequate
utilities, facilities and administrative services to ensure effective and
efficient operations at the Authority.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Social Sciences, Business
Administration, Human Resource or related field from a recognized university;
·
Has not less than 8 years relevant
work experience with 4 years in management; and
·
Has a Post Graduate qualification in
Human Resource Management; and
·
Hold valid membership to Institute of
Human Resource Management (IHRM), be on good standing and have a valid
practising certificate, as stipulated in the Human Resource Management
Professional Act 2012 or other relevant professional body.
Director
General
Ref. AFA/DG/01/2017
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Board of Directors, this position is responsible for providing strategic
direction, leadership and advice to the Authority.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Provide overall day to day leadership
and administration of the Authority’s operations under the guidance of the
Board;
·
Develop and recommend to the board
short, medium and long term strategies, business plans, and annual operating
budgets;
·
Establish proper internal monitoring
and control systems and procedures;
·
Develop and strengthen networks and
partnerships with the various stakeholders within and outside the Authority;
·
Advise the Board of Directors on
operations, financial and investment planning and sustainable development of
Authority interests;
·
Direct and coordinate the Authority’s
operations and administration to ensure that the various directorates operate
in conformity with the overall strategic plans and performance targets;
·
Ensure compliance with applicable
statutory, legal and regulatory requirements and establish mitigation measures
against emerging business risks;
·
Promote the Authority’s image and
develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners while
promoting the principles of good governance In the Authority; and
·
Maintain a conducive work environment
for attracting, retaining and motivating employees while fostering a corporate
culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Masters and a
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Engineering, Natural
Sciences, Humanities and Arts, Business, Finance, Computer Science, Social
Sciences, Agricultural Studies or related field from a recognized university;
·
Has not less than 12 years relevant
work experience with 6 years at strategic leadership level;
·
Valid membership to a relevant
professional body is an added advantage; and
·
Training in Corporate governance is
desirable.
Manager,
Procurement
(1
Post)
Reporting
to the Director General, this position is responsible for procurement functions
of the Authority.
Key
Responsibilities
·
Liaise with the Directorates and
various departments to prepare and expedite the implementation of the
Authority’s consolidated annual procurement plan.
·
Lead the identification and
prequalification of suppliers of the Authority’s goods, works and services in
accordance with the procurement regulations;
·
Negotiate and liaise with the Legal
department for the preparation of final contracts with suppliers of goods,
works and services in line with the Authority’s procurement policy; and
·
Coordinate the disposal of the
Authority’s assets and stores.
Person
Specifications
·
Is a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in
Business Administration, Commerce, Procurement or related field from a
recognized university;
·
Has not less than (six) 6 years’
working experience with at least two (2) years in a similar role;
·
Has a Post Graduate qualification in
Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies and/or Supply Chain Management; and
·
Hold valid membership to Kenya
Institute of Supply Chain Management (KISCM), be on good standing and have a
valid practising certificate, as stipulated in the Supply Practitioners
Management Act 2007 or other relevant professional body.
Application ProcedureShortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and should submit among other documents; Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board; Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority; Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau.
It you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for any of the roles above, please submit your application including copies of your academic arid professional certificates, testimonials and your curriculum vitae, including among other details your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts of three (3) referees familiar with your qualifications and work experience and quoting the respective reference number on your application letter.
Remuneration for these posts will be as prescribed by Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
To be considered, your application must be received by Wednesday 18 October 2017 addressed to:
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Waiyaki Way Westlands,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke
AFA is an equal opportunity employer and canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Please also note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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