Chief Executive Officer
The Kenya Trade Network
Agency (KenTrade) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of National
Treasury & Economic Planning. KenTrade is established under the National
Electronic Single Window System Act No. 25 of 2022 and its mandate is to
implement, operationalize and manage the National Electronic Single Window
System as well as facilitate trade.
To fulfil its mandate,
KenTrade wishes to engage a suitably qualified candidate who also meets the
requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution 2010 for the position of Chief
Executive Officer – Grade KTNA 1
Job Purpose
The Chief Executive
Officer provides strategic leadership in execution of the Kenya Trade Network
Agency mandate to facilitate cross border trade and establish, manage and
implement the National Electronic Single Window System. The role provides
visionary focus and oversees the overall management of the Kenya Trade Network
Agency. The CEO is the Chief Advisor to the Board of Directors as provided in
the Mwongozo Guidelines and is also a member of the Agency’s Board of Directors.
Reports to: The Board of
Directors
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provides
overall guidance and leadership of the Agency to ensure achievement of
KenTrade’s mandate and strategic objectives;
- Oversees
the development of policies to ensure compliance with international
obligations that relate to international trade such as the Trade
Facilitation Agreement of the World Trade Organization, COMESA protocols and the East African Community among others; - Leading
the Agency in the implementation of the National Electronic Single Window
System and taking lead in the establishment of a regional single window;
- Oversees
the trade facilitation of over 40 Agencies involved in International Trade
through the National Electronic Single Window System as well as the users
involved in international Trade;
- Ensures
appropriate channels through which players in international trade make
payments for the services provided through the National Electronic Single
Window System are operationalized and maintained;
- Oversees
the collection of trade statistics and maintenance of a database of
international trade transactions to inform policy and improve the
international trade environment;
- Facilitates
seamless flow of trade documentation in the country through the National
Electronic Single Window System while ensuring the implementation of
e-commerce solutions in line with the Agency’s mandate
- Coordinates
the overall integration of electronic Systems of public and private
entities involved in international trade transactions;
- Represents
and manages the participation of the Agency in various trade Agencies
locally, regionally and internationally such as the United Nations Centre
for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT), National Trade
Facilitation Committee, the Port Charter and the African Alliance for
E-Commerce among others;
- Advises
the Board on all matters relating to the Agency and its affairs;
- Coordinates
preparation and presentation of Board papers/Reports to the Board of
Directors including management of the Board Almanac;
- Establishes,
directs and manages the Agency’s managerial, financial and operational
systems, procedures and controls to ensure that they are effective and
sustainable;
- Guides
the Agency to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and
regulatory frameworks in regard to financial management as per the
Constitution and relevant Acts of Parliament;
- Ensures
the Agency is in total compliance with all the relevant legal and
regulatory provisions related to public procurement;
- Nurtures
the Agency’s human resources and ensures that related structures and
policies are developed and implemented;
- Promotes
sound corporate governance and ethical standards within the Agency;
- Establishes
mechanisms for development and implementation of customer focused
initiatives to meet customer expectations and increase customer satisfaction;
- Acts
as the official spokesperson for the Agency and ensures that a positive
corporate image of the Agency is upheld at all times;
- Coordinates
the preparation of Board papers and ensures the quality of Board papers is
assured;
Requirements for Appointment
- Master’s
degree in any of the following disciplines: Information and Communication
Technology, Shipping and Logistics, Customs Management, Business
Management, Applied Sciences, Education, Social Sciences or an equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution; with
- Bachelor’s
degree in any of the following disciplines: Information and Communication
Technology, Shipping and Logistics, Customs Management, Business
Management, Applied Sciences, Education, Social Sciences or an equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
- An
appropriate professional qualification in transport and logistics,
maritime management, Information & Communication Technology, business
management or other relevant qualification;
- At
least fifteen (15) years relevant experience in a reputable organization,
ten (10) of which should be in a senior management position;
- A
Leadership Development Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a
recognized institution;
- Membership
to a professional body and be of good standing;
- Computer
Literacy;
- Meets
the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution 2010.
Terms of Service
Contract duration: four (4) years
renewable once subject to performance
Salary & Allowances: As per Salaries
and Renumerations Commission (SRC) guidelines
Medical cover & other benefits: As
approved by the Board of Directors
How to Apply
A. Qualified and interested candidates are requested to submit their
application/cover letter, curriculum vitae (that contains details of
qualifications, work experience, email and telephone contacts including names,
telephone and email contacts of three (3) referees who must be familiar with
the candidates’ previous work experience) and copies of all certificates &
relevant testimonials. B. The application/cover letter should be addressed to:
The Chairman of the Board
Kenya Trade Network Agency
First Floor, Embankment Plaza Upper Hill
P.O. Box 36943 – 00200
Nairobi
C. Visit: https://portal.kentrade.go.ke:9002/recruitment
i. Create a user account
ii. Create your profile (Edit your profile if you already have an account)
• The information on the profile is split
into various tabs that the user must fill out before submitting the job
application which include the following;
i. Biodata – General Contact information
about the applicant
ii. Academic qualifications – Must attach
certificates
iii. Professional qualifications – Must
attach certificates/testimonials;
iv. Employment history – Record of
previous employers
v. Referees
vi. Attach Application/cover letter and
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
vii. Input current and expected salary;
viii. Submit application;
ix. Click My Applications to check or
confirm if your application has been successfully submitted;
NOTE: The successful
candidate shall be required to provide the following documents before issuance
of the offer letter in compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution 2010:
• Valid certificate of good conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
• Self-declaration form duly executed by
the Ethics & Anti – Corruption Commission (EACC)
• A tax compliance certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Clearance certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Clearance certificate from an approved
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Applications must be
received not later than Monday
February 27, 2023. KenTrade values diversity therefore Women and Persons
with Disability (PWD) are strongly encouraged to apply.
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