Duties & Responsibilities
Be the Accounting Officer in line with the PFM Act 2012 and PFM Regulations 2015, as well as the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 and its Regulations;
Responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the Corporation and shall have control over all personnel and other activities of the Corporation.
Providing coherent leadership of the Corporation, conveying and executing the vision, mission and strategic intent of the Corporation;
Advising the County Government and other stakeholders on how to accelerate growth of private investments in the county;
Guide in the advisory of relevant policies and legislation in regard to the Investment sector;
Overseeing the preparation of the Corporation's strategic and annual work plans;
Overseeing the implementation of Corporation's policies and plans governing the Corporation in liaison with the Board and other relevant authorities;
Ensuring there is effective communication between the management, the Board and other stakeholders;
Ensuring achievement of the corporation's financial and operating goals and objectives;
Developing and recommending to the Board the corporation's annual operating budgets;
Ensuring compliance to all constitutional provisions, statutory provisions, local and applicable international Policies and Regulations;
Monitoring and controlling the corporation's performance and finances in accordance with the budgets approved by the Board of Directors;
Acting as the corporation's principle spokesperson and creates a positive corporate image for Mombasa Investment Corporation;
Keeping abreast with developments in the investment sector;
Overseeing the acquisition, maintenance and efficient utilization of the corporation's physical assets;
Coordinating the preparation of reports for the Board's consideration and implementing the decisions of the Board;
Fostering conducive corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good governance in line with the Constitution of Kenya;
Providing leadership in the development of the Corporation's programs and ensuring quality through the development and implementation of standards, systems and procedures, regular evaluation and performance management system;
Maintaining a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees while fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship;
Directing the execution of risk management policy and framework that ensures the corporation has adequate systems and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity;
Representing the corporation in investment events.
Requirements for appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen;
Posse a degree in economics, logistics, accounting, finance or any other related field from a recognized university; a Master's degree will be an added advantage;
Have had experience in senior management for a period of not less than seven (7) years
Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable;
Demonstrate a clear understanding of local, national and international policies and regulatory frameworks governing the investment sector
Proficiency in computer applications
Proficiency in computer applications
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
PERSONAL QUALITIES IN ADDITIONAL TO THE ABOVE
REQUIREMENTS.
Leadership skills
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Strategic and innovative thinking
Interpersonal skills
Ability to mobilize resources
Negotiation skills