NTSA Road Safety Director Jobs in Kenya 12th January 2014
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is a State Corporation established under the National Transport and Safety Authority Act 2012. Its Overall mandate is to implement policies relating to road transport and safety.
The Authority wishes to recruit for the following vacant positions and invites applications from eligible Kenyan citizens who satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.
Director, Road Safety
The applicants MUST be persons of high integrity with demonstrable track record of exemplary performance and results.
Overall Objective of this Position: Provide strategic leadership and direction in formulation, implementation and enforcement of road safety programs in line with the Authority’s Strategic plan.
The position holder shall report to the Director General, the Director shall be responsible for the co-ordination of stakeholders and other external partners to realize the Authority’s goals in road safety.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, promote and implement the Authority’s road safety strategy.
- Monitor, investigate and analyze casualty data, advice on casualty reduction policies, strategies and initiatives.
- Co-ordinate agencies involved in road safety programs and initiatives.
- Initiate, conduct accident investigations and follow up implementation of recommendations thereof.
- To undertake road safety research and audit.
- Co-ordinate transport and safety committees at the county level.
- Initiate and co-ordinate road safety awareness programs
Job Requirements
- Must possess a Bachelors’ degree from a recognized university.
- Master’s Degree in a relevant area will be a key added advantage.
- Demonstrate exemplary leadership and administrative skills.
- Proficient in ICT.
- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Possess good communication skills.
- Possess work experience of at least ten years, five years of which should be in a senior management position in a recognized institution.
- Demonstrate experience in managing road transport or safety management issues.
Terms and Conditions:
- Appointments will be for a contractual period of three years renewable subject to satisfactory performance.
- Successful candidates shall be subjected to performance contracting.
- It shall be mandatory for all applicants to attach the following documents with their applications; clearances from the Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, and a certificate of good conduct from Criminal Investigations Departments.
Application Process
Interested Candidates are required to apply as follows:-
1. An email application containing the application letter indicating the reference number of the position applied for and curriculum vitae ONLY. (do not attach certificates and testimonials) to: ntsarecruitment@gmail.com.
2. A physical application in a sealed envelope, containing the application letter, curriculum vitae indicating current remuneration and benefits, copies of certificates and other testimonials.
The envelope should be clearly marked with the relevant reference number in bold print and addressed to:-
The Chairman
National Transport and Safety Authority
P.O Box 52692-00200
Transom House
Nairobi
National Transport and Safety Authority
P.O Box 52692-00200
Transom House
Nairobi
All applications shall be forwarded to a recruitment firm for shortlisting and interview.
Canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.