Job Details
Development and successful delivery of stakeholder engagement plans in accordance with stakeholder engagement strategy for the Institute
Undertake initiatives to ensure visibility of the Institute through the office of the CEO locally and internationally;
Lead research and policy advocacy function of the Institute
Promoting public education on public policy issues where our expertise is relevant;
Promote good governance and accountability in Kenya;
Contribute to the implementation of devolution in Kenya
Contribute to development of Kenya’s legislative frame work in areas of our expertise
Contribute to budget making, implementation and monitoring of National and County budgets
Undertake initiatives that will enhance international recognition of the CPA brand through negotiating Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) and Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with like-minded Institutes for the global recognition of the Institute and its members.
In charge of the Division’s workplans, budget and procurement plans.
Monitoring and evaluation of staff performance (Performance Management function) on daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly as appropriate to ensure achievement of set targets within agreed timelines.
Oversee international relations, regional and international linkages on mutual recognition arrangements and partnership and twinning arrangements.
Provide leadership in monitoring the regulatory environment in Kenya so as to enable ICPAK identify and contribute to any Laws and Regulations that may impact on financial reporting, management and auditing in Kenya.
Oversight of all the staff in the functional lines of Public Policy and Research
Mentoring and coaching
Ensuring exposure to the Public Policy and Research team through staff development and training programs, Mentoring and Coaching, staff rotations and grooming junior officers to be able to take up higher responsibilities.
Key Competencies
Technical Competencies & Skills required to perform in the job
MS Office Suite – Advanced
Corporate Governance management skills
Report writing skills
Facilitation skills
Strong communication skills
Highly analytical
Strong Risk Management Abilities
High integrity
Detail oriented
Excellent planning and organizing skills
Risk control oriented
Quick Thinker
Proactive
Change management skills
Knowledge of Corporate Governance
Behavioral Competencies required to perform in the job
Builds Trust
Honesty / Fairness
Interpersonal Skills
Positive Attitude
Recognizes Others’ Achievements/Contributions
Resolves Conflicts Constructively
Respect for Others
Supports Diversity and Understands Related Issues
Understands Others’ Perspectives
Commitment to Continuous Quality/Process Improvement
Creativity/Innovation
Customer Orientation
Displays Vision
Flexibility/Adaptability to Change
Leadership/Initiative
In addition, he/she should have the following skills
Knowledge of Public Policy and its formulation process
An understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures in Kenya and beyond together with its relevance to the accountancy profession
Team player and effective team leader
Ability to deliver with minimal supervision
Technical proposal writing skills
Strong interpersonal, analytical, verbal and written skills with experience in development of Board papers and possess Excellent Performance review and analytical methods and techniques
Ability to work effectively under time pressure and constraints
Ability to execute multiple assignments within set deadlines
Highly motivated, energetic, go getter and a self-starter
Must have managed or supervised at least 5 or more staff in the past two years
Qualifications
Academic and Professional Qualifications
10 years working experience in Policy Analysis and Development with at least 5 years in a management position.
8 years of experience in a Management position in Finance, Auditing, Accounting standards or related areas and exposure in implementation of Corporate Strategic Plans
A Masters degree in Finance or Public Policy
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public policy or related fields.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of ICPAK in good standing will be an added advantage
Membership to any other relevant professional body will be an added advantage
Experience in leading and managing teams preferably in Finance, Accounting, Policy, Budgeting and Reporting within a diverse, division-based entity.
Candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 including
Certificate of good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (CID)
Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya revenue Authority (KRA)
Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Clearance for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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