Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a State Corporation established under the KBC Act (Cap. 221) and operating under the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy. The Corporation is committed to excellence in broadcast services to our audiences, customers and the public. The mandate of the Corporation is to inform, educate and entertain the public through Radio Services, Television Programmes and Digital Media platforms.
The Corporation wishes to
fill the following position under Finance and Administration Department with a
dynamic, self-driven and results-oriented professional to achieve its corporate
objectives.
Qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply.
RE: FAD/01/10/2022: FINANCE
& ADMINISTRATION MANAGER – SS BE 1 (1 POSITION)
The Role:
Reporting to the Managing
Director, the job holder shall be responsible for the overall achievement of
corporate financial goals and objectives as well as overseeing the
administration functions of the Corporation. In addition, he/she will be
responsible for developing and maintaining standard financial and
administrative procedures through strategic financial management and
efficient administration functions.
Specific Terms:
Three (3) years renewable
contract subject to good performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible
for development of the overall corporate financial goals, objectives and policies
in line with the Public Finance Management Act.
- Ensuring
financial and administration efficiency in all aspects of operations,
advising the Corporation’s Managing Director and Board of Directors on
financial management, internal controls, cash flow growth opportunities
and financial procedures in line with the Public Finance Management Act.
- Overseeing
proper credit control management, revenue collection and enforcing
reconciliation of clients / creditors accounts.
- Ensuring
that the highest standards of financial integrity are followed.
- Ensuring
complete accounting records are maintained including payment vouchers,
authorizations and reconciliations including both paper and electronic
records.
- Overseeing
preparation and processing of payroll including statutory deductions and
remittances.
- Ensuring
that all expenditures are made in accordance with established procedures,
including verification of supporting documents and budget availability.
- Responsible
for production of accurate, proper and timely monthly management accounts
and annual financial statements.
- Overseeing
management of all Corporations’ offices, including lease arrangements and
payment of rent, property insurance, procurement of office supplies,
furniture and equipment, safety and security arrangements and supervision
of maintenance and cleaning services.
- Overseeing
management of the Corporation’s vehicles (registration, insurance, repairs
and maintenance, and trip scheduling) while ensuring that vehicles are
used in line with the Corporation’s vehicle regulations and that fuel use
is properly monitored.
- In-charge
of the overall orientation, supervision, mentoring and assessment of the
Finance and Administration department staff.
Minimum Educational and Professional Requirements:
- Master’s
degree in Accounting or Finance or an equivalent from a recognized institution
(certified by the relevant educational institution).
- Bachelor’s
degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or its equivalent from a
recognized institution (certified by the relevant educational institution).
- CPA
(K) Final or ACCA or an equivalent professional qualification.
- Strategic
Leadership Development Program / Senior Management Course will be an added
advantage.
- A
high level of computer proficiency/competency with large ERP systems.
- Must
be a registered member of ICPAK or any other related professional body.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum
work experience of ten (10) years with seven (7) years in a managerial
position
Skills & Abilities:
- Strategic
thinking, decision making, leadership and managerial skills
- High
integrity and honesty
- Communication
and interpersonal skills.
Shortlisted applicants
will be required to provide the following documents:-
- Certificate
of good conduct
- Clearance
Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board
- Tax
Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria must submit a
detailed updated CV; copies of relevant certificates/testimonials;
application/cover letter demonstrating how they qualify for the relevant
position and names/contact information for three (3) referees.
Applications addressed to
the undersigned must be received on or before 8th November,
2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
‘’KBC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Persons with
Disabilities and the Marginalized are encouraged to apply’’.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
KENYA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
P.O. BOX 30456-00100
NAIROBI