Job Purpose:
To provide coordination and support services for the advancement of the goals of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Industrial Sectors.
Specific objectives include.
Assist in coordination and support for the advancement of the goals of KAM’s Industrial Sectors
Support implementation of the Manufacturing Sectors functions
Provide account management for sectors assigned
Implement administrative activities required to ensure sectors operations are effectively carried out.
Effective information dissemination to members
Timely and accurate reports
Duties and Responsibilities
The specific duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:
Provide Secretariat services to the industrial sectors under the Association and coordinate their activities
Sustainable industrial sectors growth by identifying policy issues and developing plans/strategies in consent and thereafter come up with fact-based position papers/memorandum to engage/influence key decision-makers
Facilitate execution of Government engagements and policy monitoring to ensure enhanced supportive policies such as ease of doing business for the Sector members through the national and EAC Budget making process
Facilitate in sectors capacity building by developing and implementing strategies and strategic relationships to nurture industrial sectors and sub-sectors on emerging issues
Effective account management by timely response to Members’ policy-related and operational queries/issues, facilitating quarterly and special sector/sub-sector meetings, database development, updating and maintaining of key contacts to enhance KAM services and network
Effective Information dissemination to members through emails, WhatsApp groups, sector briefs, sector profiles
Support in development and updating of Industrial sector profiles
Support in resources mobilization to facilitate Sectors related work
Assist to address Members’ advocacy issues from the sectors by supporting engagements with relevant government agencies, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders
Participate in development and implementation of strategies to nurture the sectors and subsectors
Participate in Database Development, updating and maintenance for key contacts for sectors to enhance KAM services and network
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the CEO from time to time
Qualifications /Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or related social sciences from a recognized institution
At least 4 years of work experience in a busy business advocacy organization or relevant organisation engaging in public policy matters
Experience in private sector and /or government engagements
A good understanding of government and regulatory framework governing industry
Excellent project management and administrative skills
In-depth knowledge of industrial Sectors in Kenya and willingness to learn on global trends
Results focused, innovative, excellent communication and presentation skills.
Fundraising skills will be an added advantage
Excellent relationship management and networking skills with ability to effectively mobilize diverse stakeholders and coordinate them towards common goals
Have good organizational skills, be a team player and possess keen attention to detail
Communication and report writing skills
Advocacy, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to analyze economic relationships on various fields such as fiscal policy, economic affairs, regulatory and international trade
Ability to visualize, solve complicated problems in the best way and make accurate and informed decisions
Ability to work with a team of Members to run campaigns and fulfill other organizational goals
Basic knowledge of the legislative process – ability to understand the impact of new legislation on businesses.
Self-motivated – ability to self-drive and work independently to meet deadlines
How to Apply:Interested and qualifying candidates should complete the online application and submit their CV and Application letter only to hr@kam.co.ke indicating the words “Sectors Officer” on the email subject line so as to reach us not later than 26th April 2022. Click here to apply. Shortlisting shall be on a rolling basis and only the shortlisted shall be contacted
Apply via :
hr@kam.co.ke
