The Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) is the leading Scouting presence in Africa and the largest youth
movement in Kenya where it was established in 1910. As part of the World Organization of the Scout
Movement, KSA aspires to create a better World through provision of a value-based and skills-oriented
education for young people. In view of the pending expiry of employment contracts of senior professional
staff at the Scouts Headquarters on 31st December 2011, KSA wishes to invite applications for the
following posts that will support the volunteer structure of the Association. All posts are open to the current
membership of KSA and any other professionals supporting the aims of Scouting.
NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMMISSIONER/ CEO
Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate and manage the day to day running of the organization based on organization’s
policy.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the organizations strategic plan
• Ensure that the organization is consistently and positively presented to relevant stakeholders.
• Act as spokesperson for the organization in local and international forums
• Ensure the financial well being of the organization and adherence to statutory obligations
• Prepare and present reports and committee papers to the National Executive Committee and the
Governing Council.
• Lead, inspire and motivate the organization’s staff
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the National Executive Committee and the
Governing Council.
Essential skills, knowledge and competencies
• A University degree or its equivalent
• At least five years leadership experience in a similar organization or department
• Proven leadership skills including corporate governance, strategic planning, financial management,
coaching, administration, negotiation and marketing.
• Ability to prepare and analyze programme plans, financial forecasts and feasibility studies.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills.
• Ability to formulate, execute major policies, programmes and objectives to promote and ensure
accountability, transparency and the organizations sustainability.
• Be a team player
• Ability to work under pressure and meet set deadlines
• Good understanding of Scouting
Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, latest CV, day time telephone number,
copies of relevant credentials and details of three referees. So as to be received by the undersigned on or
before 9th September, 2011
The Chairman Management Committee
Kenya Scouts Association
P.O. BOX 41422-00100
NAIROBI
or kenyascouts@yahoo.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted