Grade ACA II
Ref: ACA/01
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3 Years Contract
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs 180,000 to 340,000, Per Month, Exclusive of Allowances
Pursuant to its determination to create a favorable environment for investments to thrive, the Government of Kenya enacted the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008 being an Act of Parliament to prohibit trade in counterfeit goods.
The Act establishes the Anti-Counterfeit Agency for the purpose of enlightening and informing the public on matters relating to counterfeits; combating counterfeiting trade and other dealings in counterfeit goods in Kenya; devising and promoting training programmmes on combating counterfeits; and co-ordinanting with national, regional or international organizations involved in combating counterfeiting.
The Agency wishes to fill the position of the Executive Director as advertised below to spearhead the operationalization of the Agency in order to achieve its objectives.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
Ref: ACA/01
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3 Years Contract
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs 180,000 to 340,000, Per Month, Exclusive of Allowances
Pursuant to its determination to create a favorable environment for investments to thrive, the Government of Kenya enacted the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008 being an Act of Parliament to prohibit trade in counterfeit goods.
The Act establishes the Anti-Counterfeit Agency for the purpose of enlightening and informing the public on matters relating to counterfeits; combating counterfeiting trade and other dealings in counterfeit goods in Kenya; devising and promoting training programmmes on combating counterfeits; and co-ordinanting with national, regional or international organizations involved in combating counterfeiting.
The Agency wishes to fill the position of the Executive Director as advertised below to spearhead the operationalization of the Agency in order to achieve its objectives.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Advising the Board on matters related to the implementation of the business of the Agency;
- Ensuring proper management of the Agency;
- Implementation of Board policies and decisions;
- Implementation of the agency’s policies in the fight against counterfeits in the country;
- Implementation of the Performance Contract signed between the Board and the Government;
- Implementation of the provisions of the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008;
- Co-ordinating and preparing business related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the Board;
- Implementation of the relevant local, regional and international agreements to which Kenya is accredited;
- Proper management and control of the Agency’s financial and non-financial resources in an efficient and cost effective manner, in consultation with the Board, Parent Ministry and all the relevant Government agencies and stakeholders;
- Serving as the secretary to the Board of Directors; and
- Carrying out other responsibilities necessary in the achievement of the Agency’s objectives.
Job Specifications
For appointment to the position of Executive Director, a suitable candidate must have:
A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Social Science, Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution and at least ten (10) years experience in the relevant field at a senior management level;
Or
A Masters degree in Law, Social Science, Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized university, and at least seven (7) years experience in the relevant field at a senior management level.
A PhD will be an added advantage.
The ideal candidate:
For appointment to the position of Executive Director, a suitable candidate must have:
A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Social Science, Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution and at least ten (10) years experience in the relevant field at a senior management level;
Or
A Masters degree in Law, Social Science, Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized university, and at least seven (7) years experience in the relevant field at a senior management level.
A PhD will be an added advantage.
The ideal candidate:
- Must have knowledge of the procedures and processes of Public Sector and experience of working in a public institution;
- Must demonstrate managerial, administrative and professional competences in work performance;
- Must have relevant experience and knowledge on Anti-Counterfeit matters shall be an added advantage;
- Must be computer literate; and
- Must be aged between 40 and 50 years.
Key Competences
The ideal candidate should:
The ideal candidate should:
- Be a person of high integrity
- Be a team player
- Be a strategic thinker
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have good interpersonal skills
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Applicants should attach a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, both in electronic and hard copies, and quoting the reference number both on the envelope and in the application, to reach the undersigned on or before 21st October, 2010
The chairman
Anti-Counterfeit Agency
23rd Floor Telposta Towers
Kenyatta Avenue
P O Box 47771 - 00100
Nairobi
Electronic copies should be sent to: chairaca@yahoo.com indicating the reference number.
