Chief Executive Officer / Director Job Vacancy at Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) in Kenya February 2014
Job Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer / Director
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is a State Authority created under an Act of Parliament. No. 35 of 2011, which provides for civilian oversight over the work of the police.
IPOA is mandated to hold the police accountable to the public in the performance of their functions.
The Authority is also required to give effect to the provision of Article 244 of the Constitution – that the police shall strive for professionalism and discipline and shall promote and practice transparency and accountability; and ensure independent oversight of the handling of complaints by the National Police Service (NPS).
The Authority now wishes to recruit a qualified, experienced, and result-oriented Kenyan citizen with drive, vision and creativity to fill the position of CEO/Director.
The Board is searching for an exemplary professional who will inculcate and nurture a result-based
management culture to improve staff work performance, ensuring a high level of responsibility and accountability.
management culture to improve staff work performance, ensuring a high level of responsibility and accountability.
The position is responsible to the Board for the day-to-day management of the affairs of the Authority, and is responsible for Deputy Directors and heads of units.
The CEO/Director is also Secretary of the Board.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implement the decisions of the IPOA Board
- Providing effective leadership to maximize employees creativity and commitment
- Prepare and implement the Authority’s strategic and annual work plans as well as reviewing organizational performance against set targets
- Fund-raising and negotiating for grants, and representing the organization in its dealings with external institutions
- Ensure prudent management of resources, assets and safe custody of the records and documents of the Authority
- Prepare the Authority’s budget for approval
- Ensure the coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the IPOA’s programmes and activities
- Develop appropriate public relations strategies designed to promote the IPOA’s image and relations with all stakeholders
- Review the operations and results of the organization and providing periodical reports both narrative and financial to the Board
- Execute, monitor and evaluate organizational performance and policy proposals as well as performing any other duties as may from time to time be assigned by the Board
- Ensure compliance with the regulations and procedures governing IPOA.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum qualifications of a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
- At least ten (10) years’ work experience at senior leadership and management position in the public or private sector.
- Proven relevant experience in any of the following fields: Government, Law, Management, Finance, Security or Public Administration.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Required Behavioural Skills:
- Candidates must be persons of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
- Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams
- Demonstrated high ethical standards.
- Demonstrate experience in result based strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation as well as financial management skills.
- Be an effective communicator with excellent negotiations and people leadership skills
- Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are advised to submit their letter of application, detailed CV, copies of academic, professional certificates and other testimonials, current and expected remuneration and benefits, telephone/email contacts, and contacts of referees on or before 28th February 2014 addressed to the Chairman, IPOA Board, through the postal address below.
Candidates are also required to ensure that a soft copy of their application is emailed to ipoaceo@gmail.com.
TS NO. 2196
P.O Box 30080-00100 GPO,
Nairobi .
P.O Box 30080-00100 GPO,
Nairobi .
The Authority reserves the right to verify the documentation submitted by the candidates.
The successful candidate will be offered a four-year contract, renewable on successful appraisal.
The Authority will offer a competitive remuneration package and benefits to the successful candidate. IPOA is an equal opportunity employer.
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.