Government Jobs in Kenya - NTSA

Deputy Director and Head of Internal Audit

Ref: DD-HOIA/JUL2014
 
The role will provide strategic direction to the internal audit and risk function to ensure the organization’s financial, operational systems and processes comply with statutory requirements, policies and procedures in line with international internal audit Standards.
 
Provide leadership to the internal audit team;
 
Evaluate and provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the
organization’s objectives and goals to be met;
 
Develop, document, implement, test, and maintain a comprehensive internal audit plan and system of internal controls to help provide assurance that
applicable laws, regulations, and Organization policies and procedures are complied with judiciously;
 
Examine financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws and regulations;
 
Identify key business risks, assess those risks, and establish risk management procedures and practices based on industry best practices;
 
Develop the organization’s internal audit charter in line with international standards;
 
Monitor the timely implementation of the management actions recommended in the audit reports.
 
Qualification and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in any business discipline
  • Masters Degree from a recognized University is desirable
  • Professional qualification in either: CPA (K), ACCA or its equivalent.
  • Must be a Certified Internal Auditor
  • Member of Institute of Internal Audits, ICPAK and other relevant professional bodies.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years audit experience five of which must have been at senior management.
  • Knowledge and Experience from the public sector will be an added advantage
Deputy Director Corporate Communications
Ref: DD-CC/JUL2014
 
The job holder will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of the organizations communication strategy in line with the organizations strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Identifying and proactively managing the growth of the NTSA brand and ensure consistent application of the brand both internally and externally;
  • Plan, organize, and direct overall communications strategies and public information activities for the organization;
  • Develop and maintain professional contacts and affiliations with media, trade associations and related external resources to facilitate and promote the dissemination of news and publicity about NTSA
  • Creating overarching organizational media strategy and act as a key contact point for the media, filtering and directing enquiries and ensuring timely responses;
  • Support other organizational functions to drive employee engagement by developing internal communications strategies;
  • Develop positioning and key messaging and ensure consistent use across all marketing channels;
  • Foster and maintain strong professional working relationships with key stakeholders to understand and meet their communication requirements and manage their expectations.
  • Develop and manage the internal communication program to build workforce unity, promote information sharing and facilitate the achievement of NTSA strategic goals and priorities.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or a related field;
  • Ten years’ experience in Corporate Affairs position five of which must have been at senior management.
  • Proven ability to develop communication strategies related to organizational policies in collaboration with a diverse team;
  • Professional membership will be an added advantage corporate affairs
Deputy Director, Safety Enforcement and Accident Investigation
Ref: DD-SE&AI/JUL2014
 
The job holder will be in charge of enforcement of road safety operations and activities.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • To collect and prepare daily statistics on road crashes and road safety compliance levels across the country;
  • To investigate all major road crashes and prepare reports on root cause analysis and associated action plans to prevent recurrence;
  • To liaise with the traffic police department and other law enforcement agents for coordination of enforcement operations;
  • To detect and investigate cases of systematic non-compliance and tampering with vehicle safety equipments;
  • Monitor, investigate and analyze casualty data.
Qualification and Experience
  • Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
  • Master’s Degree in a relevant area will be a key added advantage.
  • Demonstrate exemplary leadership and administrative skills.
  • Proficient in Accident Investigation Methodologies and ICT.
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate experience in managing road transport or safety management issues at an operational level.
  • Possess work experience of at least five years, two of which should be in a middle management position in a recognized institution.
Deputy Director, Safety Strategies and County Transport Coordination
Ref: DD-SS&CTC/JUL2014
 
The job holder will be responsible for the development, promotion and implementation of road safety strategies and policies.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate agencies involved in road safety programmes and initiatives;
  • Undertake road safety research and audit;
  • Initiate and coordinate road safety awareness programmes;
  • Manage county road safety activities.
Qualification and Experience
  • Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
  • Master’s Degree in a relevant area will be a key added advantage.
  • Demonstrate exemplary leadership and administrative skills.
  • Proficient in Accident Investigation Methodologies and ICT.
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrate experience in managing road transport or safety management issues at an operational level.
  • Possess work experience of at least five years, two of which should be in a middle management position in a recognized institution.
Interested candidates are required to apply as follows: All candidates must attach the following documents with their application letters; curriculum vitae; copies of certificates; testimonials; clearances from the Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and a certificate of good conduct from Criminal Investigations
Departments.

All applications must have the reference on the envelope and should reach the address below on or before 6th August 2014.


The Director General
National Transport and Safety Authority
Transcom House, 3rd Floor
P. O. Box 52692-00200
Nairobi