Tuesday, February 21, 2012

NCWSC DIRECTOR JOB IN KENYA - FINANCE AND STRATEGY SERVICES

Directorate: Finance and Strategy Services

Position: Director, Finance and Strategy Services

Ref: NCWSC2012-003

Grade: 2

Reporting to:Managing Director

Supervises: Finance Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Regional Managers and Corporate Planning Manager

Broad Role: To achieve effectiveness and efficiency in financial resource management, investments and enhance accountability in resources utilization for financial sustainability

Duties and Responsibilities

Formulate the company's financial strategy and ensure its proper implementation
Ensure sound corporate governance through proper controls and risk management

Develop, implement, maintain and review of sound financial policies, systems and procedures
Coordinate setting of performance targets and evaluation for the respective line managers
Ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting in compliance with the company requirements and accounting standards
Advise the company on the financial viability of proposed investments and funding strategies
Ensure compliance with legal and statutory regulations
Oversee the implementation and performance of an effective Integrated Accounting System
Formulate and implement proper policies, procedures and systems in supply chain management.

Education, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or relevant business field
Masters degree in a relevant field
CPA (K) or equivalent qualification
Registered member of a relevant Professional Body
10 years experience, 5 of which should be at a senior management level.

Required Skills and Competencies:

Strong management, leadership and negotiation skills
Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to drive change
Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to coach and mentor staff.

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements are encouraged to send their hard copy application with clear reference of the job code on the envelope, detailed CV, names and contact of 3 referees, one of whom must be a former employer, copies of certificates, testimonials, current telephone number and email address on or before March 5 , 2012 to the address indicated below.

The Manager
Human Capital Advisory Services
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O Box 43706 00100,
Nairobi Kenya

or dropped at

The Kenya Institute of management
2nd floor, Luther Plaza
Uhuru Highway/Nyerere Rd Roundabout

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company (NCWSC) is an equal opportunity employer.