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CEO Vacancy atTana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)
Managing Director
The Authority
Tana
and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA) is a state corporation
established under CAP 443 of the Laws of Kenya.
TARDA’s
mandate is responsible to the Government through the Ministry of Regional
Development Authorities for planning, coordination and implementation of
projects within the Tana and Athi rivers basins.
The
authority is charged with the task of advising the government on all matters
pertaining to the development of the areas especially in relation to the
maximum utilization of water and other resources.
TARDA’s
vision is to attain optimal management of Tana and Athi Rivers Basins resources
for socio-economic development of the region in line with V2030
TARDA’s
mission is to undertake integrated regional resource, planning, promote and
undertake development within the Tana and Athi Basins’ for sustainable
socio-economic well-being of the people.
In
order to ensure that TARDA delivers on its mandate, we now seek to recruit a
high caliber, result oriented and self-driven professional who will be employed
by TARDA to provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of
Managing Director.
Duties and Responsibilities
- The Managing
Director will be the Chief Executive of the authority
- Advising the
board on matters relating to implementation of the Corporate strategy
- Directing and
managing TARDA’s projects, activities, technical and support staff and
resources
- Directing and
coordinate the authorities operation and overall administration
- Develop and
maintain a robust and conducive work environment for attracting, retaining
and motivating employees
- Identify
opportunities for growth and development
- To identify
opportunities for growth and development
- Formulating,
reviewing and analyzing the authority’s development policies
- To lead
institutional policy reforms aimed at transforming the authority into
self-sustenance
- To provide
relationship management and networking with local and global business
partners and stakeholders
- To inculcate a
result-based management culture to improve performance and accountability
for all staff and top leadership in the organization
- To foster a
culture of quality and performance that promotes high standards of ethical
practices, health and safety and good corporate citizenship
The
selected candidate for this position must possess high level of practice
experience, proven leadership skills in efficiently managing human and
financial resources, be result driven and outstanding track record of
achievement.
The person
- The Managing
Director will possess an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business
Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Law, Commerce or related fields
from a recognized university. A Masters degree, PH D and any other
relevant Management course will be an added advantage
- The Applicant
must be registered by professional body
- S/he will have
excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
- Be energetic,
self-driven person of impeccable integrity and honesty.
- Good knowledge
of ethics, governance and operation of boards of directors and management
teams will be desirable
We are
looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with demonstrated skills and
experience in managing diverse teams including technical specialists.
S/he
will possess a demonstrated track record of integrity and professionalism as
well as delivering significant strategic initiatives in a complex environment.
The offer
This is
a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying
candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization of
Kenya’s development aspirations.
The
position is on a three (3) years renewable and annual performance contract.
The
Authority will offer an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate
with the individual’s knowledge, skills experience and demonstrate character
If your
career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence
quoting the position title and reference number on the cover letter to be hand
delivered on or before 21st January 2013 by noon East African time.
Application
including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone
contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration,
names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees should be hand
delivered to the address below:
The
Chairman
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority Board
Queensway House 7th Floor Kaunda Street
P.O Box 47309-00100,
Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority Board
Queensway House 7th Floor Kaunda Street
P.O Box 47309-00100,
Nairobi
Tel
254-020-341782/4/7/8
NB: Earlier Applicants must reapply
Only
short-listed candidates will be contacted
