DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Chief Executive Officer of the Board will be the head of the Secretariat, and shall be responsible to the Board. Specific duties and responsibilities will include:
Managing day-to-day business of the Examinations Board including development and welfare of staff
Support the strategic direction of the Board and ensure effective execution of the Board's strategic plans and objectives
Being the accounting officer of the Board and shall be responsible to the Board for:
Preparation and submission of the Board's almanac, programmes and estimates of revenue and expenditure of the Board in every financial year.
All income and expenditure of the Board; and
All assets and discharges of all liabilities of the Board
Foster and maintain effective communication between the Board and management, all levels of staff and between the Board and external stakeholders;
Maintain conducive work environment that attracts, retains and motivates skilled and talented employees
Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, legal and regulatory requirements and establish mitigation measures against emerging business risks
Spearhead the establishment and sustenance of networks and partnerships to ensure the promotion of the Board's services locally and internationally
For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
Be a citizen of Kenya
Hold a Master's degree from a university recognized in Kenya in any of the following disciplines; Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration, Education or equivalent qualification
Hold a Bachelor's degree from a university recognized in Kenya
Have had a minimum of twelve years working experience, five (5) years of which at managerial level
Post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management
Be a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP –K)
Proficiency in computer applications
Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), Institute of Certified Secretaries and in good standing.
Demonstrate knowledge of Corporate Governance/ Leadership/ Strategic management and has undergone leadership course lasting not less than six weeks from a recognized institution.
The Chief Executive Officer shall hold office for a term of three (3) years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further term of three (3) years