NACOSTI Director Corporate Services Jobs in Kenya

NACOSTI Director Corporate Services Jobs in Kenya

Reporting to the Director General, the Director of Corporate Services will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

Lead the formulation and development of policies, plans and strategies in the functional areas of finance, human resource management, administration ICT, and corporate communications

Provide strategic leadership in the implementation of sound corporate management policies and strategies in the functional areas of finance, human resource management, administration , ICT, and corporate communications.

Oversee finance and accounting functions for the Commission including budgeting, asset management, cash flow management, variance and accounts analysis, reporting and regular updates
in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, financial policies and procedures.

Oversee the Commission’s human resources management and development processes, as well as
administration processes in line with policies and laws.

Spearhead the Commission’s resource mobilization efforts including submission of grant
proposals

Assist the CEO in coordinating donor funded projects in compliance with the donor requirements and the government’s policies and laws.

Participate in multi-disciplinary teams charged with developing appropriate policies, strategies and development programmes at National and County governments.

Participate in the design of programmes for private sector involvement in STI.

Develop and implement programmes for the promotion of corporate social responsibility.

Manage and provide prompt update on the external audit process for the Commission in partnership with the office of the Auditor General and any other project audit pertaining to funds from donors and partners, as may be deemed necessary by the CEO.

Provide guidance to departments and sections of the Commission on the preparation of budgets in
accordance with developed work plans and ensure that departmental/directorate budgets are approved
and captured in the final Commission budget.

Develop and implement programmes for the enhancement of staff welfare, and industrial relations.

Lead in conducting targeted research to inform policy formulation and decision making as pertains to

functional areas under the directorate.

Oversee the development and implementation of the Directorate’s annual workplans, budget, performance contract targets, staff performance appraisal targets,

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

Bachelors degree in commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Human Resource or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.

Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Human Resource or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.

Professional qualification in a relevant field.

Membership of a professional body in good standing where applicable.

Twelve (12) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in senior management position.

Strategic Leadership course lasting not less than six (6) weeks.

Demonstrated results in work performance, and in research and development activities.

Have demonstrable results in building partnerships and collaborations, and in resource mobilization.

Have demonstrable understanding of the current trends in Science, Technology and Innovation, and
the role of NACOSTI in the realization of the National Development Agenda.

Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Demonstrate the following key competencies and skills

Strong communication skills.

Analytical skills.

People management skills.

Problem solving skills.

Results Orientation.

Decision Making.

Strategic thinking.

Mentoring, coaching and leadership.

Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Ability to work under pressure.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; NACOSTI Director Corporate Services Jobs in Kenya

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