Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities
Lead formulation, implementation, and evaluation of the Authority’s strategic and annual plans to drive achievement of the Authority’s vision, mission and strategic objectives.
This will involve translating the strategic objectives of the Authority into actionable initiatives and e ectively cascading them to the directorate heads to drive accountability and execution of the strategy
Oversee the day to day running and operation of the Authority by leading the process in designing, communicating and implementing the
Authority’s mandate, strategies, policies and procedures and providing overall direction.
Act as the Accounting O cer for the Authority by undertaking prudent fi nancial management and investment mandates to ensure sound
policies and practices are adopted for optimal resource utilization and return on investments
Manage funds, property, and a airs of the Authority through directing, planning, and implementing policies, objectives, or activities to ensure sustainability of the Authority.
Oversee the development and implementation of operational plans and policies for achieving the Objectives of the Authority.
Foster a corporate culture that promotes the highest ethical practices and encourages individual integrity and living of the Authority’s values.
Prepare the Annual work-plan and Performance Contract for Board consideration.
Prepare the Annual procurement and Disposal Plan for consideration and approval by the Board.
Prepare budget and fi nancial reports for consideration and approval by the Board.
Lead development and management of the risk framework of the Authority through identifying and reporting to the Board principal risks
and implement systems and controls to mitigate the Authority against these risks.
Provide overall leadership and overall administration of operations of the Board.
Manage internal multidisciplinary teams, and external contractors to ensure set objectives are met.
Develop performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith set regulations.
Promote the Authority’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners while promoting the principles
of good governance in the Authority’s area of jurisdiction.
Develop networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fundraising and project development with the Authority’s area of jurisdiction.
Advise the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations, investment planning.
Direct and coordinate the Authority’s operations and administration so as to ensure that the various organs of the Authority operate in
conformity with the overall operational plans and performance targets.
Advise the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Authority on the way they a ect the organization and eliminating any
form of risk a ecting smooth running of the organization
Ensure Compliance with any Government policies and regulatory guidelines and directives.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy, Medicine, Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or any other related fi eld from a recognized University.
Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
Professional qualifi cation.
Membership to a professional body where applicable.
Leadership course from a recognized institution.
Profi ciency in computer applications.
Fulfi llment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Experience
A minimum period of fi fteen (15) years in relevant work experience and at least fi ve (5) in a Senior Management position in the Public Service or Private Sector.
At least fi ve (5) years’ international exposure and engagement with cross-cultural teams
Knowledge and experience of working on large scale projects with cross cutting sectors
At least 10 years of specifi c people management experience
Knowledge and Skills
Public Finance Management Act, 2012;
Public Procurement and Asset Disposals Act, 2015;
Mwongozo: The Code of Governance for State Corporation.
Personal Qualities
Analytical skills;
Communication skills;
Strategic and innovative thinking;
Interpersonal skills;
Confl ict resolution;
Resource mobilization skills;
Negotiation skills; and
Leadership and Management skills
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications together with certifi ed true copies of certifi cates, testimonials and a detailed CV with full contact details of three professional referees in either hard and soft copy formats marked / referenced ‘Job Ref. No……: Application for the Position of Chief Executive O cer – Kenya Medical Supplies Authority’. Hard copy applications to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes marked / referenced clearly as above. Interested candidates should not indicate their names on the envelope.
Hard Copy Applications can be sent via postal mail and addressed to:Chairperson, Board of Directors
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority
Commercial Street Industrial Area
P.O. Box 47715 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYAAnd received on or before 17:00 hrs on 28th March 2022 as follows:
Hard Copies can also be addressed as indicated above and submitted physically on or before 17:00 hrs on 28th March 2022 to:
Chairperson, Board of Directors
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority
Commercial Street Industrial Area
NAIROBI
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