The Kenya Girl Guides Association (KGGA) is a member organization of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).
KGGA is registered by an Act of Parliament (CAP 220 of the laws of Kenya) and has been active in Kenya since 1920, making it one of the country’s oldest youth Associations.
KGGA operates through a value based program and has a national membership of girls and young women representing every race, ethnicity, culture, class and religion in Kenya.
KGGA’s mission statement is “To provide opportunity for girls and young women to develop
their fullest potential as responsible citizens of the world”
KGGA is looking to fill the position of Executive Officer who will be reporting to the Executive Committee through the Chief Commissioner.
Responsibilities:
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Advise the Chief Commissioner on
administrative and operational matters;
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Oversee administration and
management of human resources
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Co-ordinate and act as the
Secretary to the meetings of the National council, AGM, Management and
Executive Committees and other sub committees.
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Represent the Association in
meetings with various agencies and articulate the association’s policies and
issues.
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Ensure effective and efficient
utilization of the Association’s resources.
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Co-ordinate resource mobilization
and fundraising.
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Co-ordinate and ensure effective
communication within the association and its members, the world association,
partners and friends.
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Co-ordinate various programmes,
projects of the association and events.
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Perform any other duties and
assignments within her scope of duty as requested the Chief Commissioner.
Experience & Qualifications
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Bachelor degree from a recognised
university preferably in Education, Public Administration or any relevant
degree.
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A relevant Post Graduate degree
will be an added advantage.
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At least 5 years experience in
senior or similar position with proven track record of creating positive impact
in the Association.
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Good & strong interpersonal,
team building, organizational and leadership skills
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Strong skills in Minute taking and
report writing
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Excellent communication and
presentation skills – candidate must be discreet, confident and articulate
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Ability to work unsupervised,
multitask and in a fast paced environment
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Demonstrate in depth understanding
of the Girl Guide movement and commitment to Guiding values, laws and promise.
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Applicant should be abve 30 years
of age
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Proficient in MS Word programmes
and working knowledge of Microsoft office
KGGA is an “equal opportunity organization” that is committed to
hiring highly qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, race, creed
or marital status.How to apply
Please submit a Cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position and salary expectations together with a detailed CV in the form of Word attachments, two testimonials from your referees and copies of your certificates via email to: apply@kenyajobsconnection.com with a Ref: E.O 2012 in the subject line no later than 5pm on 20th February, 2012. Contact information for 3 references should be included.
Late applications or hard copies will not be considered.
Please note: At no point in the entire recruitment process shall the candidate have to pay any money as a condition for engagement.
Only short-listed candidates will have their applications acknowledged
