KSA (Kenya Scouts
Association) is an educational movement for young people that is a voluntary,
non-political and open to all.
KSA is a registered member
of the World Organization of the Scouts Movement (WOSM).
National Executive Commissioner / CEO
Reporting to the Chief Commissioner, and working in close consultation with the Management Committee, the post holder serves as the principal liaison between the secretariat and the volunteers.
In line with the KSA
constitution, the candidate will be expected to perform the following duties,
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Manage and direct the affairs of the KSA secretariat in its role
of coordinating Scouting at the national level.
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Team leader for the KSA secretariat
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Oversee the day to day operations of the KSA
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Lead the secretariat in the implementation of the KSA strategic
plan
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Ensure that the organization is consistently and positively
presented to relevant stakeholders.
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Ensure the financial well being of the organization and
adherence to statutory obligations
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Collect and collate reports as prepared by various committees
for presentation to the Management Committee, National Executive Committee and
the Governing Council.
Essential Skills, Knowledge, Competencies and Experience
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A relevant university degree or equivalent
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At least five years of proven managerial ability at senior level
in a reputable organization with adequate exposure in corporate governance,
strategic planning, financial management, coaching, administration, negotiation
and marketing.
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Experience in creating and managing sustainable models for non
governmental, non profit and/or voluntary organizations.
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Experience in project proposal writing , organizing national and
international events and handling large donor funded projects is essential.
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Must be conversant with diplomatic protocol and etiquette in
international relations are essential.
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Should have the ability and competence to deal with a complex
organization and governance structure made up of professionals and a large
volunteer structure, at the largest youth movement in the country
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International working exposure will be an added advantage
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He or she should be well versed with the principles &
fundamentals of Scouting
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Should have excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and
written communication skills.
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Must be a team player
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Should have the ability to work under pressure and meet set
deadlines
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Must be over 30 years of age at the date of application
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Must be of impeccable integrity and must respect the values and
tenets of Scouting
Accountant
The Accountant will report to the National Executive Commissioner and the National Treasurer.
The overall responsibility
of the candidate will be to maintain financial and accounting services for
KSA.
To ensure that internal and
external financial and accounting requirements are met in accordance with KSA’s
and partners’ procedures and standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Implement policies and procedures as outlined in KSA’S
Financial, Procurement, Personnel and Administration manuals.
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Assist in preparation of annual budget.
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Develop and maintain systems of internal control.
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Manage the maintenance of accounting systems, data and the
presentation of financial data for both internal managerial purpose and
external reporting requirements.
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Manage the Association ERP System in liaison with line staff
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Manage monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts and general
ledger balance sheet items to the trial balance.
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Supervise and Coordinate the work of departmental staff
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Ensure timely processing of monthly payroll.
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Prepare and make timely submission of statutory and non-
statutory payments such as Income taxes, NSSF, NHIF and pensions.
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Ensure that related records are maintained.
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Manage the Association’s Revenue Centers and Funded Projects
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Prepare monthly reports on accounts receivables and assist in
timely collection of any outstandings.
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Ensure that systems are in place so that information regarding
administrative issues such as contracts and agreements are readily available to
management.
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Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the
management.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
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Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Administration.
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Should have a professional qualification on accounting - at
least CPA II or its equivalent. Knowledge of business and management would be
an added advantage.
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Good interpersonal skills with ability to build personal relationships
with staff, partners and leaders at all levels.
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Should have strong public relations, communication, negotiation,
administration, computer and IT skills.
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At least five years in a similar position preferably in a Non
Profit Making Environment.
Resource Mobilisation & Partnership Executive
Reporting to the National Executive Commissioner, the post holder will be the liaison for the Resource mobilization and partnerships committee.
Key Responsibilities
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Liaise with other executives to identify partnership
opportunities aligned to the KSA strategic plan
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Maintain relationships with development partners
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Identify new partnership opportunities in line with the mission
and vision of the organization
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Project proposal writing and project management
Job Requirements
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University degree or its equivalent in project management or a
related field
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Ability to coordinate projects
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Ability to develop and write project proposals.
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Ability to network and source for partners
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At least 5 years experience in a similar position
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Good understanding of Scouting.
How to apply
Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, indicating their expected remuneration, latest CV, day time telephone number, copies of relevant credentials and details of three referees.
All applications to be sent via email to recruitment@kenyascouts.org
So as to be received by the undersigned on or before 29th December, 2012
The Chair, Management Committee
Kenya Scouts Association, Nairobi
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Kenya Scouts Association is an equal opportunities employer
