Job Description
The Director, Corporate Services will be responsible to the CEO for effective coordination and management of Corporate Services.
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
Coordinate activities related to finance and accounts, information technology, corporate planning, corporate communication and legal services in the Agency;
Initiate the development of policies, plans and strategies in the functional areas of finance and accounts, information technology, corporate planning, corporate communication and legal services;
Foster a culture that promotes team capability and reflects the values which facilitate performance, professionalism and innovation by staff throughout the Agency;
Ensure financial prudence and discipline for financial accounting, budgeting and budgetary controls in compliance with the set legal guidelines;
Ensure effective implementation and compliance with all legislative requirements relating to corporate services functional areas; and
Provide a conducive work environment in the Agency.
Person Specifications For appointment to this grade, an Officer must have,
Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years' relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been at least at the grade of Assistant Director and above or in a comparable position;
Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Corporate Governance, Strategic Management, Business Management or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;
A valid practicing certificate where applicable;
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.