KWS Strategy & Change Deputy Director, Head of Administration, Corporation Secretary, Legal Officer and Architect Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya.

The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Headquarters.

1. Deputy Director Strategy & Change

JG”2”

One (1) Post

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Reporting to the Director, the position holder will work across the divisions and on a corporate level, advising, leading and supporting strategy development, implementation, strategy performance monitoring and reporting, service improvement and change management initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working with stakeholders to manage strategy changes
Working collaboratively with the supervisory team to develop and implement business strategy ensuring key deliverables are met
Providing support in translating forecasts into operational plans and targets
Continually reviewing and aligning the Planning & Strategy structure to deliver cost effective performance and drive continuous improvement and increased productivity
Maintain effective corporate intelligence.
Leads the departments within the Division: Marketing, Corporate communications and Quality Assurance.

Job Requirements

MBA degree with a bias in Strategic Management and Organizational Development from a recognized institution.
Experience in formulating and driving long term strategic plans, strategies and roadmaps.
Experience of leading, managing, motivating and developing teams to achieve business objectives
At least five (5) years’ experience in a Management position.
Strong business acumen.
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

2. Head of Administration

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One (1) Post

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Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Administration, the overall responsibility for the successful candidate will be to ensure provision of effective and efficient administrative services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Formulating and reviewing policies related to administration functions.
Ensuring insurance policies and related services are acquired.
Ensuring offices, office equipment/furniture and supplies are provided.
Ensuring grounds are maintained and utilities provided.
Coordinating and liaising with service providers in relation to outsourced services
Developing and implementing disposal plan for obsolete, unusable stores & equipment and recommending appropriate disposal procedures on disposable assets to the Board of Survey.
Ensuring stores and supplies manuals for all KWS Divisions, Sections and Stations are prepared and supplied.
Ensuring work plans, budgets and AIE controls are prepared
Ensuring timely maintenance of Institutional buildings; residential and non-residential.

Job Requirements

Degree in Business Administration or its equivalent
MBA is an added advantage
Communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
IT skills.
Must be a member of a professional body.
At least five (5) years experience in Management position, three (3) of which must be in administration function.
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

3. Corporation Secretary

JG”3b”

One (1) Post

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Reporting to the Director, the overall responsibility will be to ensure effective and efficient management of corporate affairs and compliance with enabling legal matters and other relevant legislations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advising the board and management on all legal matters
Ensuring that the corporation complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements
Representing the Service in Court and arbitrations as may be required
Coordinating all litigations in liaison with the Attorney General’s Chambers, Government Ministries and external lawyers
Drawing and processing legal notices and other gazettements that are issued under the requirements of the Wildlife (Conservation and Management) Act
Preparing Board business and maintaining proper records of Board’s proceedings
Keeping safe custody of Corporate Seal and security documents
Preparing and vetting of contracts
Coordinating the review of laws, by-laws and regulations relating to the organization

Job Requirements

Bachelor of laws degree from a recognized institution.
Masters is an added advantage
Post graduate Diploma in Law and Advocate of the High court.
Report writing, communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
IT skills.
Must be a member of a professional body.
Five (5) years working experience in a similar institution.
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

4. Legal Officer

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Two (2) Posts

Reporting to the Corporation Secretary, the overall responsibility will be handling of legal and secretarial matters within the organization

Duties and Responsibilities

Participating in drawing and vetting of contracts, leases.
Liaison with external lawyers on court cases for or against the company.
Ensuring company cases are defended before the courts successfully
Compiling information and evidence on cases
Participating in negotiations of treaties and contracts between the company and other parties/organizations.
Providing legal opinions/advice and reports on legal matters as required.
Interpreting legal instruments and statutes.
Participating in filing and maintenance court proceedings
Safe custody of company documents, other records and securities
Negotiating disputes with customers and other parties with a view to settling them out of court

Job Requirements

Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution
Post graduate Diploma in Law and Advocate of the High court.
Three (3) years working experience in a large institution.
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

5. Architect

JG ”5”

One (1) Post

Reporting to the Head of Building and Fences Department, the overall responsibility for the successful candidate will be to provide architectural designs and drafting services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare architectural plans; provide information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.
Consult with client to determine functional and spatial requirements of structure.
Direct activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.
Plan layout of projects.
Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
Prepare scale drawings.
Conduct periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
Prepare operating and maintenance manuals and reports.

Job Requirements

BSc. Architectural Engineering or equivalent
Diploma in Architecture
Certification in Auto-Aided Design
Must be a Registered Engineer
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 19th January, 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi.