Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens
for the position of Managing Director (MD) of the National Housing Corporation.
The National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a State Owned
Enterprise (SOE) established under the Housing Act Cap.117 of the Laws of
Kenya.
NHC is also the principal agent of the National Housing Policy.
The Position
The Corporation requires a dynamic and enterprising Managing
Director to provide leadership towards achieving its mission of playing a
leading role in developing and facilitating the provision of adequate and
affordable housing and related services. .
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the principal
responsibilities of the MD include:
- Fostering a
corporate culture that promotes ethical values and practices, including
good corporate governance.
- Overseeing day
to day business of the Corporation
- Providing
leadership in the development of long term strategy, business plans,
annual budgets, establishing proper internal procedures as well as
monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Advising the
Board on matters relating to implementation of the Corporation’s business
strategy, opportunities and investments.
- Ensuring that
there is effective communication between the Board, Management and Staff.
- Coordinating and
preparing business proposals, reports and other submissions for
consideration by the Board.
- Ensuring
continuous achievement of the Corporation’s objectives, financial and
operating goals.
- Overseeing and
ensuring implementation of corporate policies and programs.
- Attending to
human resource matters including organizational structures, appointments, welfare,
training, industrial relations, separation and effective management
succession plans.
- Maintaining a
conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating
employees.
- Establishing and
maintaining collaboration with key local and international partners and
stakeholders to ensure continuity in the provision of housing.
- Acting as the
principal spokes person of the Corporation.
- Ensuring
compliance with the Laws of the Country as far as the Corporation’s
activities are concerned.
Applicant’s Profile
- Must have a
first degree from a recognized university in any specialization related to
the housing sector.
- Must have a
Masters degree in Housing Development, Housing finance or MBA.
- Professional
registration or qualifications will be an added advantage.
- Must demonstrate
sound knowledge and understanding of good corporate governance principles.
- Must demonstrate
Strategic planning skills and ability to design long term plans and
programmes for the Corporation.
- Must demonstrate
leadership abilities in managing Human and Financial resources.
- Must demonstrate
excellent communication and networking skills as well as a good
understanding of Government operational regulations in the provision of
shelter.
- Must be computer
literate.
Remuneration
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the
responsibilities of the job will be negotiated with the right candidate.
Application Procedure
Qualified applicants should submit their applications with
detailed curriculum vitae stating current position, salary and benefits, 3
referees one of whom must be of Senior Corporate or Public Sector standing,
email and telephone contacts (both landline and mobile) to reach us by 20th
July 2012.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Chairman
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
National Housing Corporation
P.O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi
Important: Applications should quote reference number NHC/MD/7/2012 on a
plain sealed envelope.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“National Housing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer
and persons with disability are encouraged to apply”
