Director Corporate Services Full-time Job
May 9th, 2023 at 16:51 General Nairobi Reference: 1909Job Details
Job Description
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
Job Specifications
- The Director, Corporate Services will be responsible for the following:-
- Coordinate development of policies, plans and strategies in the functional areas of Human Resource, Finance, Administration, Corporate Communications, Communication Technology and Commercial Enterprises services;
- Develop effective operational policies, procedures, internal controls and systems for identifying, measuring, monitoring and controlling Institute’s operations to drive the implementation of the approved strategy;
- Oversee management of the Institute’s revenues and expenditure, assets and liabilities and staff payroll;
- Foster a culture that promotes team capability and reflects the values which
- facilitate performance, professionalism and innovation by staff throughout the institute;
- Ensure financial prudence and discipline for Financial Accounting, Planning, budgeting and budgetary controls in compliance with the set legal guidelines;
- Oversee planning, directing and executing all human resources strategies, policies and plans;
- Coordinate provision of Engineering and maintenance services,
- Ensure effective implementation and compliance with all legislative requirements relating to corporate services;
- Coordinate the institute’s Management Information Systems and security;
- Coordinate technology infrastructure in line with the institute’s goals and changing technologies;
- Provide technical, strategic and policy advice on ICT matters and implementation of various ICT work processes, procedures and other administrative related matters;
- Ensure conducive work environment in the institute;
- Coordinate the establishment and management of income generating programs and activities
- Coordinate the provision of physical security; and
- Oversee Development, review and implementation of communications strategy to
- support the Institute’s objectives;
- Ensure development and implementation of corporate communications plans to enhance the visibility of the Institute;
- Undertake business case analysis and due diligence as well as prioritization of new initiatives and business opportunities to ensure viability before investment;
- Ensure appropriate systems and procedures are in place to maximize the safety and security of all staff, units and stakeholders;
- Liaise with other security agencies on security matter;
- Coordinate implementation of general administrative policies and programs;
- Coordinate Management of the corporate image of the Institute; and
- Coordinate the Institute’s public functions and corporate events.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
- At least twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience five (5) of which must have been in management position;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or any other relevant social sciences from a recognized Institution;
- Master’s Degree in Business Administration or any other relevant social sciences from a recognized Institution;
- Professional qualification and membership to professional body where applicable;
- Leadership course lasting not less four (4) weeks (cumulative).
- Proficiency in computer application;
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strategic thinking;
- Analytical skills;
- Communication and reporting skills;
- Leadership skills;
- Mentorship skills;
- Research fundraising skills;
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills;
- Team player
Method of Application
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Closing Date : 30 May. 2023
Company Description
Kenya Medical Research Institute KEMRI