REF: NTSA/05/2023/10

Key Duties and Responsibilities include:

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Propose and advise on policy formulation within the public transport sector;
• Develop work plans and budgets for the directorate;
• Oversee the execution of approved directorate work plans and budgets;
• Oversee performance management in the directorate;
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the directorate;
• Prepare Board and Management Papers for approval;
• Identify training needs for the personnel in the directorate;
• Participate in the recruitment of staff within the directorate;
• Participate in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
• Identify procurement needs for the directorate;
• Mentor and coach directorate staff; and
• Participate in various committees in the Authority upon appointment.

Technical Responsibilities / Tasks 

• Oversee registration of all motor vehicles and motorcycles in Kenya;
• Oversee transfer of motor vehicles in Kenya;
• Oversee issuance of motor vehicle records and placing of caveats;
• Oversee coordination of activities of all motorcycle dealers in Kenya;
• Oversee and coordinate licensing of all drivers;
• Oversee licensing of all public service vehicles operating in the country;
• Oversee licensing of motor vehicle dealers both new and used;
• Licensing of driving schools;
• Oversee licensing of tour vehicles;
• Oversee licensing of commercial vehicles;
• Coordinate compliance of PSV Regulations to ensure safety on the roads;
• Oversee licensing and issuance of PSV license and badges to drivers and conductors;
• Coordinate sensitization of stakeholders in the industry;
• Propose and advice on policy formulation within the public transport sector; and
• Address public enquiries and complaints related to motor vehicle registration and licensing.

Policy Development 

• Develop, review and implement regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Administrative Duties 

• Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of the directorate staff by ensuring an effective and motivated team;
• Ensure the fulfilment of the directorate’s performance contract targets;
• Develop mechanisms for corporate consultation, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs; and
• Generate and streamline revenue collection for the Authority.

Key Qualifications and Experience: 

To be appointed to this role, the successful candidate must be a Kenyan citizen and possess the following key requirements;

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Attended Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Been trained or have a demonstrable understanding in corporate governance;
• Membership of a relevant professional body will be an added advantage;
• Fifteen (15) years relevant experience, five (5) of which must have been at a management position in a large organization;
• Proven experience in developing and reviewing policies and strategies in collaboration with diverse teams; and
• Working experience and knowledge of transport sector will be an added advantage.