Coast Development Authority (CDA) Managerial Jobs in Mombasa Kenya

Coast Development Authority (CDA) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament No. 20 of 1990 (cap 449) of the Laws of Kenya to plan and co-ordinate the implementation of development projects in the whole of the Coast province and the exclusive economic zone(EEZ) and for connected purposes.

The Authority seeks to recruit the following Chief Managers and Managers:

A) Chief Managers

1. Chief Manager/ Planning, Research, & Development

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Plan, direct and coordinates product research and development activities for the Authority.
• Designs, develops, and improves new or existing projects/ products and directs the formulation and testing of new product.
• Suggest process improvements or other technical improvements to existing products.
• Creates and/or develops products relating to defined client needs or internal direction of research efforts.
• Reviews professional journals and scientific papers to keep abreast of changes in processing methods, product reformulation and Legal and Regulatory affairs which could impact Authority's mandate or processes.
• Develops monitoring and evaluation framework for the authority activities.
• Manages planning, research resources within budget and project schedule.
• Support of and involvement in Authority policies, procedures, programs and activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree in Economics or related field from a recognized university with 5 years experience in senior management position, three of which must have been hands on in Planning & Research activities.
• A Master's degree in Development Planning, Research or Economics will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of Regional Development in Kenya's social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
• Must be computer literate with knowledge and experience in data analysis and planning software's.
• Should be above 35 years of age.

2. Chief Manager/Technical Services

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Provides technical direction for the development, design and systems integration for service engagement from definition phase through to implementation.
• Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority.
• Reviews work of development teams.
• Recognize system deficiencies and implements effective solutions for agricultural, engineering, mining and environmental activities.
• Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
• Consistently delivers high-quality services to the Authority and /or clients.

Qualification and Experience:

• A degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering or other related fields from a recognized university.
• Must have served in a senior management position for at least 5 years.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of regional development in Kenya's social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
• Computer literate.
• A master degree in the relevant field is an added advantage.
• Should be above 35 years of age.

3. Chief Manager/Human Resource

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Develop and manage a comprehensive Human Resource System including the welfare and pension issues of the Authority.
• Development of effective tools to assist in creating an optimal organizational structure and productive work environment (HR guideline materials including handbooks, orientation manuals, performance appraisals tools, induction programmes etc).
• Encourage a positive and team-focused working environment by setting standards for good communication and ensure staff behaviour is in line with the organization's core values.
• Ensure succession plans are in place for key leadership roles. A
• ssessment of training needs and development.
• Management of a staff training programme.
• Should be conversant with labour/industrial relations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree in Social Sciences, Commerce, Humanities or other related field from a recognized university.
• Must have served in a senior management position for at least 5 years.
• MBA specializing in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
• Computer literate.
• Should be above 35 years of age.

4. Chief Manager/Business Development & Investment Promotion

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Identify and develop business opportunities
  
  for the Authority's creative solutions and services.
• Prepares the Annual Business Development Plan.
• Develop and implement strategies for new products and services.
• Determine new opportunities by analyzing business needs.
• Provide direction, guidance to the department to ensure alignment with the Authority's strategies.
• Pro-actively hunt for target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from Authority's services.
• Develop and manage marketing tools and collateral for existing and new clients.
• Implement business models so as to create new ventures.
• Liaise with donor agencies.
• Explore funding opportunities.
• Development of suitable community projects

Qualification and Experience:

• A degree in Business administration, International relations, Commerce or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Must have served for 5 years in a senior management position in related area of specialization.
• Master's degree majoring in Strategic Management is an added advantage.
• Proven ability and experience in resource mobilization, entrepreneurship networking and linkages with development partners/organizations.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Should be above 35 years of age

5. Chief Manager/Finance and Accounts

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Develop and maintain books of accounts and preparation of consolidated financial statements that are in compliance with GAAP.
• Proposes and implements improvements in accounting and reporting systems along with internal controls to facilitate accurate and timely reporting.
• Responsible for preparing the budget in conjunction with the budget holders, monitoring and reporting on budget performance and reporting on expenditure forecasts.
• Supervise on payments and sales revenues and accounting for the same.
• Undertakes credit control.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting option), or any other related field from a recognized university.
• 5 years experience in senior position.
• Must be a CPA(K) or ACCA finalist.
• Master's degree majoring in Accounts is an added advantage.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of accounting packages is essential.
• Demonstrate high leadership qualities and a team player
• Must be a person of high integrity.
• Should be above 35 years of age.

B) Managers

6. Manager, Internal Audit and Risk

Job Description

Reports to the Board on policy issues and to the Managing Director on day to day operations.

• Developing and implementing effective risk management, control and governance framework.
• Understanding and mitigating the financial, commercial and strategic risks within the Authority.
• Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans.
• Liaising with external auditors in carrying out audits.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a degree in a related field from a recognized university
• Accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CPA) or an equivalent qualification with at least three years' relevant experience as an Internal Auditor
• MBA is an added advantage
• Computer literate
• Must be above 35 years of age

7. Manager, Legal Services

Job Descriptions

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Preparing legal opinions and advising on general issues that may arise from time to time with respect to activities of the Authority.
• Receiving summons, reviewing the relevant files and preparing suitable instructions to external lawyers.
• He will be custodian of statutory documents of the Authority.
• Monitoring legal events and responding appropriately for purposes of promoting and enhancing the Authority's interest.
• Vetting and drafting legal agreements.
• Secretary to the Board of Directors.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University.
• A master degree in relevant field will be an added advantage
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least 3 years relevant experience
• Must be Computer literate.
• Must be above 35 years of age

8. Manager, Supplies & Procurement

Job Description

Reports to the Managing Director.

• Overseeing the procurement processes and procedures to ensure these are in line with the Procurement Act.
• Reviewing the usage and expenditure on large expenditure items with a view of identifying areas of cost reduction and/or service improvement.
• Coordinating and supervising the tendering process including participating in the evaluation of bids for goods and services.
• Managing and processing payments (in liaison with the finance department) to all suppliers under contract to ensure compliance and ability to partner with the Fund.
• Reviewing and presenting evaluation reports to Tender Committee
• Preparation of the Annual Procurement Plans inline with Budgetary Allocations
• Secretary to the Tender committee
• Participating in the annual expenditure budgeting process for all shared services and general usage items.
• Undertake routine market intelligence surveys on pricing of products and services.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business related courses from a recognized University.
• Post graduate qualification in Procurement and/or Supplies Management with at least three year's relevant management experience.
• A master degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
• Must be a member of a professional body i.e. KISM or OPS
• Computer literate
• Must be above 35 years of ages

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the individual will be offered to the right candidates.

The positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms

Interested candidates should submit their application with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating his/her current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach us on before 12th November, 2010.

CDA is an equal opportunity employer

Submit your application to:

The Managing Director
Coast Development Authority
P.O. Box 1322 Mombasa-80100
E-mail: cda@cdakenya.org

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.