KEBS Careers

Job Purpose

Provides strategic leadership for development of standards, education in standardization and systems certification in support of the manufacturing industry with a business volume of approximately KES 4.3 Trillion1 . This is to promote standardization and elimination of technical barriers to trade with the view of facilitating local, regional and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43 (a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Articulates Kenya’s position in Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) and negotiates on behalf of Kenya at regional and international level to enhance access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products.

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for the development and implementation of policies, strategies, and programmes with regard to development of standards, education in standardization and systems certification in order to safeguard health and safety of over 50 Million consumers in Kenya; protection of the environment; entrenchment of a culture of quality in the country for delivery of KEBS mandate, realization of Kenya Vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals;
• Provides strategic leadership in the implementation of National Quality Infrastructure framework on development and maintenance of standards, education in standardization and system certification to promote innovation and product development while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of the environment, reduction of technical barriers to trade and enhance competitiveness of Kenyan products and services;
• Provides leadership in articulation of Kenya’s position in Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) and negotiates on behalf of Kenya at regional and international level with the aim of eliminating of technical barriers to trade through harmonization of standards to promote access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products;
• Oversees the preparation and submission of Board papers in relation to Directorate to the Managing Director for approval;
• Promotes Standardization Metrology Conformity Assessment (SMCA) issues in industry to build, support and sustain a culture of quality;
• Oversees analysis of the business environment and advises on the competitive strategies for development of market driven standards, education in standardisation programmes and applicable system certifications for achievement of KEBS strategic objectives and the National Industrialization Strategy;
• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for acquisition and dissemination of international standards; publication of national standards; and management of ISO global directory to facilitate online participation in international standards development process; promoting use of standards;
• Provides leadership in monitoring the implementation of agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), operations of National Enquiry Point (NEP) and TBT National Consultative committee to ensure Kenya’s interests are considered in bilateral and multilateral trade agreements;
• Oversees the implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to standards development, Education in Standardization and System Certification to fulfil KEBS mandate as per standards Act CAP 496 Laws of Kenya;
• Oversees performance management and productivity improvement in the directorate and is responsible and accountable for the directorate’s performance;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of Management systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and sustained customer satisfaction.
• Oversees development and implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the Directorate to ensure mitigation against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities;
• Oversees the development and implementation of business continuity strategies to ensure resilience and sustainability of directorate’s processes, products and services; and
• Oversees identification and provision of directorate resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of the Directorates workplans, budget and medium expenditure framework and procurement plan for prudent use of resources.
• Oversees the development and implementation of regional and national standardization plans;
• Oversees development and implementation of trainings in standardization to promote best practices in Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment in order to entrench a culture of quality in the Kenyan Society;
• Oversees development and implementation of systems and personnel certification schemes based on international standards to accelerate business productivity, increase sustainability and promote international recognition of certified entities and persons;
• Oversees development, maintenance and improvement of the database for standards development processes and outputs;
• Liaises with corporation secretary for declaration of approved standards in the Kenya gazette;
• Approves directorate expenditure
• Collaborates with market surveillance quality assurance and inspection, metrology and testing directorates to enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness of service delivery
• Oversees setting of targets, reviews and approves directorate performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Managing Director;
• Assigns duties and approves leave for direct reports.

Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility:

• Generates revenue of approximately KES (Kenya Shillings) 250 M per annum
• Controls directorate budget of approximately KES 400 M per annum
• Oversees implementation of resource mobilization strategies

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible for physical assets in the directorate.

Decision Making:

• Makes strategic, operational and financial decisions

Working Conditions:

• Works predominantly within the office.
• Expected travels within and outside the country

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Registration with relevant professional bodies:

• Engineers Board of Kenya,
• Chemistry society of Kenya
• Physics society of Kenya
• Food Nutrition and Dietetics Board
• Computer Society of Kenya
• Kenya Institute of Management
• National Quality Institute

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least 12 years’ relevant experience out of which 5 years must have been in a senior management level.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
Functional Skills

• Investigation skills
• Prosecution Skills
• Auditing /Assessor Skills
• Negotiation skills
• Project management skills
• Financial management skills
• Management skills
• Information, communication, and technology skills
• Leadership skills
• Presentation skills
• Report writing
• Analytical skills

Behavioural

• Counselling skills.
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills 

Job Purpose

Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for the formulation, implementation, monitoring and review of Corporate Human Capital policies, strategies and procedures through Human Resource Services, Staff Training and Development, Employee Relations, Staff Performance Management, Medical Services and Staff Welfare functions to foster quality and adequate workforce as well as creating conducive work environment for the purpose of facilitating and supporting KEBS mandate on Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA). This is to promote local, regional and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43(a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Articulates KEBS position on matters of human resource and negotiates on behalf of the organization at National, Regional and International level to enhance sustainability of KEBS operations.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for formulation, implementation and review of Corporate Human Resource policies, strategies and procedures to support KEBS mandate on Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA), Kenya Vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals;
• Leads and is responsible for development, implementation and institutionalization of performance management and productivity improvement strategies, policies and procedures that promote effective service delivery in the realization of KEBS mandate;
• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for Corporate workforce planning, recruitment and Selection, training and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee separation, human resource records management, employee and industrial relations and employee welfare in support of realization of KEBS mandate;
• Provides leadership and is accountable for identifying and prioritizing internal/external issues and stakeholders that can affect and are affected by the Business environment and formulating competitive strategies to attract and retain competent staff for the delivery of KEBS mandate;
• Oversees and is responsible for the development and implementation of the corporate strategic human resource plan in accordance with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements to facilitate achievement of the organization’s mandate;
• Leads in Benchmarking with best practices in the market on employee sourcing, development, compensation, employee and industrial relations, and separation strategies to attract and retain talents;
• Provides leadership in articulating KEBS position on matters of Human Resource and negotiates at National, Regional and International level to enhance sustainability of KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership and is accountable for the development, implementation and institutionalization of knowledge management framework to enhance individual and organizational performance;
• Leads in the provision and maintenance of a conducive work environment by provision of welfare services for the realization of corporate goals and objectives;
• Provides leadership in creating and maintaining linkages and partnerships with National, Regional and International organizations to enhance efficiency in the delivery of KEBS mandate;
• Provides leadership and is accountable for development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of the department’s business continuity strategies to ensure resilience and sustainability of KEBS Corporate processes, products and services;
• Oversees the establishment, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, improvement and maintenance of Management systems adopted by KEBS for purposes of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and sustained customer satisfaction in the department;
• Provides strategic leadership and is responsible for the establishment and implementation of departmental risk management framework to minimize risks for achievement of organizational objectives;
• Leads in the development and implementation of the cost minimization strategies in the department to enhance efficiency in service delivery for financial sustainability;
• Oversees identification and provision of department resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of work plans, annual budget, Medium Term Expenditure framework (MTEF) and procurement plans in the Department;
• Oversees setting of targets, reviews and approves department performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director, Human Resource & Administration;
• Oversees the Corporate setting, implementation, monitoring and reviews of performance targets, and submits reports to the Director, Human Resource & Administration;
• Oversees compliance with legal, statutory, and regulatory Human Resource requirements for the organization;
• Oversees the preparation and submission of Board papers in relation to Human Resource matters to the Director, Human Resource & Administration for consideration;
• Provides leadership in implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to Human Resource matters;
• Provides technical advice to the Director, Human Resource & Administration in matters relating to Human Resource;
• Provides technical advice to legal department and acts as an expert witness in courts, tribunals and legal committees on issues related to Human Resource matters;
• Oversees the development, maintenance and improvement of Corporate databases on Human Resource matters for purposes of safeguarding KEBS physical and information assets;
• Oversees the implementation of corrective actions arising from internal and external financial and system audits on Human Resource matters;
• Approves departmental and corporate expenditures;
• Oversees the development of staff competencies in the department through formal training programs, mentorship, coaching, on-the-job training to be able to deliver the department’s objectives; and
• Assigns duties and approves leave for direct reports.

Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility

• Approves expenditures of approximately Ksh. 2.7 Billion
• Oversees implementation of cost minimization strategies in the department.

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible for physical assets assigned by the institution (Computer, photocopier, scanner, office cabinet)
• Provides oversight for the physical/technological assets in the department (Human Resource Information System)

Decision Making / Job Influence Makes:

• Strategic decisions;
• Financial decisions;
• Operational decisions in the Human Resource department.

 Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in Human Resource Management or
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science with Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Certified Human Resource Professional-Kenya (CHRP-K)
• Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Project management from a recognized institution;
• Practicing Certificate in Human Resource Management;
• Member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least ten (10) years’ of work experience out of which five (5) year must have been in a managerial level.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

• Workforce analysis
• Professional interview techniques
• Human Resources Management Information system
• Labour laws & Industrial relations
• Change Management skills
• Coaching, mentorship and Counselling Skills.
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Negotiation skills
• Conflict resolutions

Behavioural skills

• Problem solving skills, Time management skills; Emotional intelligence skills

Job Purpose

Provides leadership in provision of legal services, guidance on good corporate governance and supports management on legal matters to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to protect KEBS interests for realization of KEBS mandate as per the Standards Act CAP 496 of the laws of Kenya. This is to facilitate local, regional and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43(a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Articulates Kenya’s position in all legal matters with regard to Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) and negotiates on behalf of Kenya at regional and international level to enhance access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and is responsible for provision of legal services, guidance on good corporate governance, administration of legal instruments, litigation handling and supports management on legal matters to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to protect KEBS interests for realization of KEBS mandate as per the Standards Act CAP 496 of the laws of Kenya;
• Provides leadership and is responsible for formulation and implementation of KEBS Legal policies, strategies and procedures;
• Provides leadership in the drafting and interpretation of the National Quality Infrastructure framework on Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) to enable KEBS fulfil her mandate on trade facilitation, while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of the environment, reduction of technical barriers to trade and enhance competitiveness of Kenyan products and services;
• Provides leadership in assessment and responds to the impact of changes in the operating environment on relevant legislation, legal policies and regulatory frameworks to safeguard KEBS interest, ensure high level of integration while within the broader context of the government; to facilitate national, regional and international trade;
• Provides leadership in the gazettement of standards by the NSC and, legal notices for mandatory standards and gazettement of quality and levy inspectors;
• Provides leadership in drafting and gazettement of statutory instruments that guides KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the management of contracts, memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and legal instruments of collaboration between KEBS and partners at the national, regional and international level for effective implementation;
• Provides leadership in handling of litigations and arbitral matters for and against KEBS to ensure appropriate defence in the courts of law, tribunals or other bodies exercising quasi-judicial functions to safeguard KEBS interests;
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of business continuity strategies on legal matters to ensure sustainability of KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and improvement of the Management Systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and sustained customer satisfaction;
• Leads in performance management and productivity improvement in the department and is responsible and accountable for the department’s performance;
• Leads in implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the department to ensure mitigation against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities;
• Leads in the identification and provision of departmental resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;
• Provides leadership in the development of staff competencies in the department through formal training programmes, mentorship, coaching and on-the-job learning to be able to deliver on the department’s objectives.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Leads in the development and implementation of work plans, budget, Medium Expenditure Framework and procurement plans in the Department;
• Provides leadership in responding to correspondence which have legal bearing and advise staff on legal action resulting from KEBS operation while on official duty;
• Provides leadership in the development, maintenance and updating of KEBS databases on all cases in which KEBS is an interested party;
• Provides leadership in conducting legal clinics to staff to inform operations;
• Provides leadership on legal guidance and advises Management and staff on legal instruments, contracts and corporate governance to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance;
• Provide leadership in the development of technical regulations relating to KEBS operations and in the conduct of their legal impact analysis;
• Manages collaborations between KEBS and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory requirements and international obligations;
• Leads in the preparation of the directorate’s board papers and submits to the Director, Legal Services for consideration;
• Provides leadership in monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal department’s service delivery to ensure, legal and regulatory compliance and that risks are identified and managed;
• Provides leadership in investigations on litigation matters, advices the Director - Legal Services on KEBS’ defense and provides guidance on alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to safeguard KEBS interests;
• Provides leadership in setting of targets, reviews and approves department performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director, Legal Services;
• Provides leadership in implementation of National Standards Council resolutions in legal matters;
• Approves departmental expenditures; and
• Assigns duties and approve leave to the direct reports.

Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility

• Controls department’s budget of approximately KES 105 Million.
• Approve the expenditure of the department.

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible for department’s physical and Intangible assets.

Decision Making / Job Influence

• Strategic decisions;
• Operational decisions;
• Financial decisions.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office with expected travels within and outside the country.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Post Graduate Diploma in Law
• Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Certified Secretary’s course-CS(K)
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing
• Current Practicing Certificate from Law society of Kenya

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least ten (10) years post admission experience and five (5) years in managerial position.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
Functional

• Minute writing
• Report writing
• Interpersonal skills
• Financial management skills
• Auditing Skill
• Strategic management skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Prosecution and Investigation skills
• Negotiation skills
• Project management skills
• Information, communication, and technology skills
• Leadership skills
• Presentation skills

Behavioural

• Counselling skills.
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Communication skills 

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Director Finance & Strategy

Direct Reports

• Manager, Management Accounts,
• Manager, Financial reporting,
• Manager, Levy Inspection,
• Assistant Manager, Payroll

Indirect Reports

• Assistant Manager Financial Accounting
• Assistant Manager Receivables
• Assistant manager Payables
• Assistant Manager Levy
• Assistant Manager Management Accounts
• Assistant Manager-Finance Coast Region
• Regional Accountants (North Rift region, South Rift region, Mt. Kenya region, Northeastern region, Lake Region)

Job Purpose

Provides strategic leadership in finance and accounting services through the development, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and review of finance policies, strategies, and procedures to improve the financial health of the organization; and oversees the collection of Standards Levy in compliance with the provisions of the Standards Levy Order for the purposes of facilitating and supporting KEBS mandate on Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) with an annual budget of KES 6 Billion. This is to promote local, regional, and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43(a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Articulates KEBS position on matters of Finance and negotiates on behalf of the organization at National, Regional and International level to enhance sustainability of KEBS operations.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides Leadership and is accountable for the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of finance policies, strategies, and procedures to improve the financial health of KEBS for the realization of KEBS mandate on Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA), United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Kenya Vision 2030 and African Union Agenda 2063.
• Provides leadership in prudent financial management through implementation and maintenance of effective, efficient and transparent internal control systems, management, and financial accounting systems to ensure that financial transactions are recorded and reported accurately in compliance with the relevant laws and regulations.
• Oversees and is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of the annual corporate budget and Medium Term Expenditure Framework in compliance with provisions of Public Finance Management Act and Regulations;
• Oversees the implementation of the Standards levy order through the collection and reconciliation of Standards Levy to enhance the revenue base and ensure financial sustainability of the organisation for purposes of delivery of KEBS mandate;
• Provides leadership and is responsible for management of appropriate financial controls to safeguard KEBS resources and ensure that resources are used prudently;
• Provide leadership and is accountable for the development and review of quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with the requirements of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), Public Finance Management Act (PFM) and other reporting guidelines;
• Oversees financial planning using projection models and other financial tools and disseminates the information to the various internal and external stakeholders for effective financial management.
• Provides leadership in tax planning and management to ensure compliance to relevant laws, minimize financial loss and improve cash management;
• Provides leadership in creating and maintaining financial linkages and partnerships with National, Regional and International organizations to enhance efficiency in delivery of KEBS mandate;
• Provides leadership in articulating KEBS position on matters of finance and negotiates on behalf of the organization at National, Regional and International level to enhance sustainability of KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of Management systems adopted by KEBS for purposes of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and sustained customer satisfaction in the department;
• Oversees and is accountable for performance management and productivity improvement in the department;
• Oversees and is responsible for the development and implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the department to mitigate against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities;
• Oversees and is accountable for the development and implementation of business continuity strategies to ensure resilience and sustainability of department’s processes, products and services;
• Oversees identification and is responsible for provision of the department’s human and physical resources for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;
• Oversees adherence to Service Charter commitments and compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU’s) with Agent banks and other principals to safeguard against risks and enhance compliance.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Oversees the development and implementation of work plans, budget, Medium Term Expenditure Framework and procurement plans in the department.
• Provides strategic leadership in collection of revenues, disbursements and reconciliations to enable KEBS to meet her financial obligations and safeguard resources to ensure delivery of the corporate objectives;
• Provides technical advice to the Director Finance and Strategy and the other directorates on matters of finance to ensure efficient and cost effective running of the organization in realization of KEBS mandate;
• Oversees the development, maintenance and control of corporate databases and accountable documents for purposes of safeguarding KEBS physical and information assets;
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of the department’s resource mobilization strategies to enhance revenue base and ensure financial sustainability;
• Oversees the setting of targets, reviews and approves departmental performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director Finance and Strategy;
• Oversees the preparation and submission of board papers and management papers in relation to finance matters for review by the Director Finance and Strategy;
• Oversees the implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to Finance matters to fulfil KEBS mandate;
• Provides technical advice to legal department and acts as an expert witness in courts, tribunals and legal committees on issues related to finance;
• Liaises with both internal and external auditors to ensure timely and expeditious auditing and oversees the resolution of issues raised by internal and external financial audits;
• Approves departmental and corporate expenditures;
• Oversees the development of staff competencies in the department through formal training programs, mentorship, coaching, on-the-job training, to be able to deliver the department’s objectives; and
• Assigns duties and approves leave for the direct reports;

Job Dimensions:

 Financial Responsibility

• Accountable for the department’s budget of approximately KES 58 Million
• Manages working capital of approximately KES 1Billion.
• Oversees collection of standards levy of approximately KES 700 Million
• Implementation of cost minimization and resources optimization strategies in the organization.

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Provides oversight for Corporate physical and intangible assets database;
• Responsible for physical/intangible assets in the department

Decision Making / Job Influence

Makes:

• Strategic decisions
• Operational decisions
• Financial decisions

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office with expected exposure to pressure associated with impact of financial decisions;
• Expected travels within and outside the country

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business related field
• Master’s in business related degree;

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant, CPA (K);
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA);or
• Certified Investment and Financial Analyst (CIFA)
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Membership to professional bodies

• Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) and in good standing;
• Institute of Certified Investment and Financial Analyst (ICIFA) and in good standing;
• Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA) and in good standing or
• Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFAI) and in good standing.

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least 10 years’ relevant experience out of which 5 years must have been in a management level

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

Functional

• Financial management skills,
• Auditing skills,
• Strategic management skills ,
• Analytical skills,
• Investigation skills,
• Negotiation skills,
• Project management skills,
• Information, communication, and technology skills,
• Leadership skills,
• Presentation skills,
• Report writing skills,

Behavioural

• Counselling skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills .

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Director, Metrology and Testing

Direct Reports

• Manager Research and Development

Indirect Reports

• Assistant Manager

Job Purpose

The job provides strategic leadership for designing and implementing Research and Development programmes for the purposes of promoting scientific research, discovery and innovation for the development of novel and effective Standardization, Metrology, and Conformity Assessment solutions to industries in Kenya to foster innovation. Leads scientific research and development advocacy, facilitates communication among various Directorates in KEBS, academia, national and international research institutions, various industrial sectors and non-profit organizations for collaboration in practical scientific research and translates research findings into innovative solutions for industrial development. Provides leadership in analysis of the research landscape on scientific metrology, product testing and related processes to develop more efficient and accurate test methods, measurement systems and databases that will solve existing industrial problems to facilitate local, regional and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43(a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Develops strategic relationships and partnerships in pursuit of research goals and leads in grant management to mobilize human, physical and financial resources from national and international funding institutions and donors to adequately fund prioritized scientific research projects to realize KEBS Strategic Objectives. Articulates research findings at national, regional and international level to support Kenya’s position in Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment for enhanced access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for formulation and implementation of Research & Development policies and strategies for the purposes of promoting scientific discovery and innovation to enhance industrial productivity and provide technological solutions that safeguard health and safety and protection of the environment; entrenchment of a culture of quality in the country for delivery of KEBS mandate, realization of Kenya Vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals;b) Provides strategic leadership in creating and maintaining linkages and partnerships with National, Regional and International organizations such as academia, research institutions for collaboration and funding on research and development programmes;
• Provides strategic leadership in creating and maintaining linkages and partnerships with National, Regional and International organizations such as academia, research institutions for collaboration and funding on research and development programmes;
• Oversees the analysis of business environment to identify stakeholder needs to design and implement appropriate research and development projects to support provision of standard-based solutions for the delivery of KEBS mandate and contribute to national development agenda;
• Provides leadership and is responsible for the generation and translation of research and innovation outputs/results into forms that support generation of publications, patents or regulatory submissions in order to avail findings that can be used in informing policy, strategies and developing new products or services to meet the objectives of KEBS;
• Provides technical advice to the Director Metrology and Testing relating to Research and Development matters that have economic impact in Kenya;
• Oversees identification, provision, verification and management of departmental resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;
• Provides leadership in articulation of research findings at national, regional and international level to support Kenya’s position in standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment for enhanced access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and improvement of the Management Systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and sustained customer satisfaction;
• Oversees performance management and productivity improvement in the department and is responsible and accountable for the department’s performance;
• Oversees implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the department to ensure mitigation against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities; and
• Oversees the development and implementation of business continuity strategies to ensure resilience and sustainability of department’s processes, products and services.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Oversees the development and implementation of work plans, budget, medium expenditure framework and procurement plans in the department;
• Provides leadership and coordinates the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of KEBS research projects across the country to ensure effective and efficient realization of research and development deliverables within defined timeframes and budget;
• Provides leadership in development of research concepts, business and funding proposals for mobilization of funds towards realization of research projects;
• Leads in the preparation and submits Board papers in relation to the department to the Director Metrology and Testing for approval;
• Provide leadership in implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to Research & Development;
• Oversees setting of targets, reviews and approves departmental performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director Metrology and Testing;
• Approves departmental expenditure;
• Oversees development of staff competencies in the department through formal training, mentorship, coaching and on-the-job training to enable delivery of directorates objectives; i) Collaborates with Standards Development, Market Surveillance and Quality Assurance and Inspection directorates to enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness of service delivery; and
• Assigns duties and approves leave for direct reports. 

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility

• Mobilizes revenue of approximately KES 20M per annum;
• Accountable for Department expenditure of approximately KES 28.5 Million per annum.
• Oversees implementation of cost minimization and resources optimization strategies .

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible for assigned physical assets.

Decision Making / Job Influence

• Makes
• Strategic decisions
• Financial decisions
• Operation decisions.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office .
• Make occasional visits to research laboratories with exposure to radiation, chemicals, vibration among other hazards.
• With extensive travels locally and internationally

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• PhD in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
• Master’s and bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Registration with any of the following Professional bodies e.g.:

• Engineers Board of Kenya,
• Kenya Chemical society
• Physical Society of Kenya,
• Kenya Institute of Management
• Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board
• Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board

Previous relevant work experience required.

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience out of which 5 years must have been in a management level.
• Track record of publications in reputable and peer reviewed journals, patents and or utility models demonstrating innovative research work.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

Functional Skills

• Measurement skills.
• Statistical and analytical skills.
• Investigation skills.
• Auditing /Assessor skills.
• Research skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Project management skills.
• Financial management skills.
• Management skills.
• jInformation, communication, and technology skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Report writing.

Behavioural

• Counselling skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.

Reporting Relationships

• Director, Corporation Secretary/Directory Legal Services

Direct Reports

• Manager, Legal Services

Indirect Reports

• Assistant Manager, Legal Services (4)

Job Purpose

Provides leadership in provision of legal services, guidance on good corporate governance and supports management on legal matters to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to protect KEBS interests for realization of KEBS mandate as per the Standards Act CAP 496 of the laws of Kenya. This is to facilitate local, regional and international trade and ease of doing business while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of environment in line with Articles 42, 43(a, b, c & d), 46 (a, b & c) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Standards Act (Cap 496 Laws of Kenya); and entrenchment of a culture of quality for the realization of Kenya’s vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Articulates Kenya’s position in all legal matters with regard to Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) and negotiates on behalf of Kenya at regional and international level to enhance access to regional and international markets by Kenyan products.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and is responsible for provision of legal services, guidance on good corporate governance, administration of legal instruments, litigation handling and supports management on legal matters to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to protect KEBS interests for realization of KEBS mandate as per the Standards Act CAP 496 of the laws of Kenya;
• Provides leadership and is responsible for formulation and implementation of KEBS Legal policies, strategies and procedures;
• Provides leadership in the drafting and interpretation of the National Quality Infrastructure framework on Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) to enable KEBS fulfil her mandate on trade facilitation, while safeguarding consumer health and safety, protection of the environment, reduction of technical barriers to trade and enhance competitiveness of Kenyan products and services;
• Provides leadership in assessment and responds to the impact of changes in the operating environment on relevant legislation, legal policies and regulatory frameworks to safeguard KEBS interest, ensure high level of integration while within the broader context of the government; to facilitate national, regional and international trade;
• Provides leadership in the gazettement of standards by the NSC and, legal notices for mandatory standards and gazettement of quality and levy inspectors;
• Provides leadership in drafting and gazettement of statutory instruments that guides KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the management of contracts, memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and legal instruments of collaboration between KEBS and partners at the national, regional and international level for effective implementation;
• Provides leadership in handling of litigations and arbitral matters for and against KEBS to ensure appropriate defence in the courts of law, tribunals or other bodies exercising quasi-judicial functions to safeguard KEBS interests;
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of business continuity strategies on legal matters to ensure sustainability of KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and improvement of the Management Systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and sustained customer satisfaction;
• Leads in performance management and productivity improvement in the department and is responsible and accountable for the department’s performance;
• Leads in implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the department to ensure mitigation against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities;
• Leads in the identification and provision of departmental resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;
• Provides leadership in the development of staff competencies in the department through formal training programmes, mentorship, coaching and on-the-job learning to be able to deliver on the department’s objectives.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Leads in the development and implementation of work plans, budget, Medium Expenditure Framework, and procurement plans in the Department;
• Provides leadership in responding to correspondence which have legal bearing and advise staff on legal action resulting from KEBS operation while on official duty;
• Provides leadership in the development, maintenance and updating of KEBS databases on all cases in which KEBS is an interested party;
• Provides leadership in conducting legal clinics to staff to inform operations;
• Provides leadership on legal guidance and advises Management and staff on legal instruments, contracts and corporate governance to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance;
• Provide leadership in the development of technical regulations relating to KEBS operations and in the conduct of their legal impact analysis;
• Manages collaborations between KEBS and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory requirements and international obligations;
• Leads in the preparation of the directorate’s board papers and submits to the Director, Legal Services for consideration;
• Provides leadership in monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal department’s service delivery to ensure, legal and regulatory compliance and that risks are identified and managed;
• Provides leadership in investigations on litigation matters, advices the Director - Legal Services on KEBS’ defense and provides guidance on alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to safeguard KEBS interests;
• Provides leadership in setting of targets, reviews and approves department performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director, Legal Services;
• Provides leadership in implementation of National Standards Council resolutions in legal matters;
• Approves departmental expenditures; and
• Assigns duties and approve leave to the direct reports.
• Drafts Gazette notices for forwarding to the ministry, regional and international conventions and partnership agreements.
• Provides leadership in setting of targets, reviews and approves department performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director, Legal Services;
• Provides leadership in implementation of National Standards Council resolutions in legal matters;
• Approves departmental expenditures; and
• Assigns duties and approve leave to the direct reports.

Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility

• Controls department’s budget of approximately KES 105 Million.
• Approve the expenditure of the department.

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible for department’s physical and Intangible assets.

Decision Making / Job Influence

• Strategic decisions;
• Operational decisions;
• Financial decisions.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office with expected travels within and outside the country.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree.
• Master’s degree in law.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Post Graduate Diploma in Law.
• Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Certified Secretary’s course-CS(K).
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing.
• Current Practicing Certificate from Law society of Kenya.

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least ten (10) years post admission experience and five (5) years in managerial position.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
Functional Skills

• Minute writing
• Report writing
• Interpersonal skills
• Financial management skills
• Auditing Skill
• Strategic management skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Prosecution and Investigation skills
• Negotiation skills
• Project management skills
• Information, communication, and technology skills
• Leadership skills
• Presentation skills

Behavioural

• Counselling skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Communication skills.

Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

• Developing hardware and software specifications.
• Developing and implementing systems; undertaking upgrading of software.
• Updating and keeping inventory on information communication technology activities.
• Designing, recommending and evaluating systems.
• Implementing, maintaining and documenting standards of systems.
• Maintaining support systems and training of users; and repairing and maintaining of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals.

Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Have a minimum period of five (5) years relevant work experience.
• Have Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology or any other equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
• Have Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Be registered with a professional body;
• Have demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and is responsible for formulation of audit policies, strategies and procedures, in accordance with standards defined by Public Sector Accounting Board to ensure compliance with constitutional values, applicable laws and policies and promote prudent management of revenue, expenditure, assets and liabilities of organization for the realization of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Kenya Vision 2030 and African Union Agenda 2063;
• Provides leadership in establishing a risk-based framework in order to align the priorities and agenda of the Internal Audit functions with the strategic goals of the organization;
• Provides leadership and is responsible for the implementation of annual Audit Plan to ensure that all functional areas are covered during audits by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes;
• Provides leadership and is accountable for monitoring the implementation of legal requirements, Government directives, Mwongozo, audit policies, strategies and plans in order to enhance corporate governance;
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of business continuity strategies to ensure sustainability of KEBS operations;
• Provides leadership in the development, reviews and implementation of Internal Audit Charter to align with the internal Audit professional standards, codes of practice & policies, legislative frameworks and government regulations;
• Provides leadership in the development of staff competencies in the department through provision of formal training programmes, mentorship, coaching and on-the -job training to deliver on the departmental objective;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and improvement of the Management Systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and sustained customer satisfaction;
• Leads in the identification and provision of departmental resources both human and physical needs for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives;
• Provides leadership in development of performance management framework and productivity improvement in the department’
• Leads in the development, implementation and monitoring of corporate whistle blowing policy;
• Provide leadership in the implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to Internal Audit department.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Oversees and is accountable for the development and implementation of the budgets, Medium Term Expenditure Framework and procurement plans for the department;
• Leads in the building capacity of the audit committee of the board including developing curriculum, training materials and provision of training to enable board members provide effective oversight;
• Leads in internal auditing activities and is responsible for coordinating external review of internal audit process to maintain objectivity and effectiveness of the audit process;
• Directs financial audit to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and requirements defined by Public Sector Accounting board;
• Provides technical advice to other departments on establishment of appropriate controls to reduce the vulnerability of KEBS processes;
• Coordinates implementation and monitoring of new projects, processes and systems to ensure compliance with the corporation’s policies and procedures and applicable laws;
• Leads in the preparation and submission of board papers and reports to the National Standards Council for consideration;
• Provides leadership in appropriate and effective communication within the directorate and external stakeholders for effective service delivery and customer satisfaction;
• Sets objectives and performance targets in internal audit departments for the realization of KEBS strategic objectives;
• Coordinates the development ,maintenance and updating internal audit databases; k) Approves departmental expenditure and;
• Assigns duties and approves leave for the direct report.

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility

• Controls and is accountable for the departmental budget of approximately KES. 12 million per annum Approves the departments expenditure
• Oversees implementation of cost minimization strategies and resource optimization strategies

Responsibility for Physical Assets

Responsible for physical assets in the department

Decision Making / Job Influence

Makes

• Strategic decisions;
• Operational decisions;
• Financial decisions.
• Working Conditions
• Works within the office and occasionally travels to the regional offices.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related area

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA K)
• Certified Internal Auditor.
• Previous relevant work experience required.
• A minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant work experience out of which 5 years’ must have been in a managerial position.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

Functional

a) Management and governance skills

b) Project management skills

c) Financial management skills

d) Leadership skills

e) Presentation skills

f) Report writing

g) Analytical skills

h) Auditing Skills

i) Negotiation skills

Behavioural

a) Counselling skills.

b) Problem solving skills

c) Time management skills

d) Communication skills

e) Interpersonal skills 

Method of Application

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

• Vacancy details are to be found on KEBS website www.kebs.org under career page. Applications should be addressed to The Managing Director, Kenya Bureau of Standards, P.O. Box 54974, 00200, Nairobi and submitted online through KEBS website/portal to be received on or before 17th August 2023. All testimonials MUST be saved starting with applicant’s National Identification Number and submitted with the application

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Upon successful upload and submission of application, the applicant will receive a system generated email  notification that the job application details have been successfully submitted.
• KEBS DOES NOT charge any fee in the recruitment process.
• Persons with disability and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Academic Qualifications of external origin MUST be accompanied with a recognition and equation certificate  from the relevant body in Kenya.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Candidates must comply with requirements of Chapter 6 of The Constitution
• Candidates who had applied for these positions are advised to Re-Apply. 

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for the development and implementation of policies, strategies, and programmes with regard to education in standardization through provision of training, membership, collaboration, consultancy, and quality awards in order to entrench a culture of quality in the country for delivery of KEBS mandate, realization of Kenya Vision 2030, African Union Agenda 2063 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals;
• Oversees the establishment of frameworks for enhanced coordination and collaboration (which includes partnership agreements and memoranda of understanding) on training and capacity development, for the purpose of building, supporting and nurturing the entrenchment of national quality culture;
• Provides strategic leadership in the implementation of National Quality Infrastructure framework on education in standardization to promote innovation, product development, consumer health and safety, protection of the environment and enhance competitiveness of Kenyan products and services;
• Oversees training, membership, collaboration, consultancy, Quality Awards, Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) programmes and research processes, systems and procedures, including externally provided processes, to create and deliver value in industry;
• Provides leadership in articulation of Kenya’s position in Standardization and Conformity Assessment at national regional and international level to entrench the culture of quality;
• Promotes Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) issues in industry to build, support and sustain a culture of quality;
• Oversees analysis of the business environment and advises on the competitive strategies for development of market driven education in standardisation programmes for achievement of KEBS strategic objectives and the National Industrialization Strategy;
• Oversees the preparation and submission of board papers in relation to Education in standardization to the Director Standards Development and Trade for review;
• Oversees the implementation of NSC resolutions in relation to education in Standardization to fulfil KEBS mandate as per standards Act CAP 496 Laws of Kenya;
• Oversees and is accountable for performance management and productivity improvement in the department;
• Provides leadership in the establishment, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of Management systems adopted by KEBS for the purpose of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and sustained customer satisfaction in the department;
• Oversees and is responsible for the development and implementation of the Risk Management Framework in the department to mitigate against the negative effects of risks and take advantage of opportunities;
• Oversees and is accountable for the development and implementation of business continuity strategies to ensure resilience and sustainability of department’s processes, products and services; and
• Oversees identification and is responsible for provision of the department’s human and physical resources for effective implementation and achievement of strategic objectives.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of the departmental workplans, budget and medium expenditure framework and procurement plan for prudent use of resources;
• Leads in the development and implementation of trainings in standardization to promote best practices in Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment in order to entrench a culture of quality in the Kenyan Society;
• Oversees development, maintenance and improvement of the database for trainings, membership and awards;
• Monitors and evaluates departmental programs including Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and implementation of corporate plans and provide recommendations on Key NQI issues;
• Approves departmental expenditure;
• Collaborates with Market Surveillance, Quality Assurance & Inspection, and Metrology & Testing Directorates in design, development and implementation of training programmes to enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness of service delivery;
• Oversees the implementation of harmonized corporate workshops to ensure that material presented during workshops meets the requirements;
• Oversees setting of targets, reviews and approves department’s performance targets, monitors implementation and submits performance reports to the Director, Standards Development and Trade;
• Oversees the development of staff competencies in the department through formal training programs, mentorship, coaching, on-the-job training, to be able to deliver the department’s objectives;
• Leads in the analysis of business environment to identify stakeholder needs to design and implement appropriate research projects to support provision of education in standardization for the delivery of KEBS mandate and contribute to national development agenda;
• Represents the National Quality Institute at relevant conferences and industry events; and
• Assigns duties and approves leave for direct reports.

Job Dimensions:

• Financial Responsibility
• Generates revenue of approximately KES 100 M per annum,
• Controls directorate budget of approximately KES 70 M per annum, and
• Oversees implementation of resource mobilization strategies in the department.

Responsibility for Physical Assets

Ensures prudent utilization of physical assets in the department.

Decision Making / Job Influence

Makes:

• Strategic decisions;
• Operational; and
• Financial decisions.

Working Conditions

• Works predominantly within the office, and Expected travels within and outside the country.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences/Social Sciences/Education/Food Science/Information technology /Engineering/ Management from a recognised institution.
• Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Registration with relevant professional bodies:

• American Society for Quality;
• Chartered Quality Institute;
• Engineers Board of Kenya;
• Kenya Chemical society;
• Physical society of Kenya;
• Food Nutrition and Dietetics Board;
• Computer Society of Kenya;
• Kenya Institute of Management; and
• National Quality Institute.
  
• Previous relevant work experience required.
• At least 10 years’ relevant experience out of which 5 years must have been in a management position.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes

Functional:

• Auditing /Assessor Skills;
• Negotiation skills;
• Project management skills;
• Financial management skills;
• Management skills;
• Information, communication, and technology skills;
• Leadership skills;
• Presentation skills;
• Report writing; and
• Analytical skills.

Method of Application

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

• Vacancy details are to be found on KEBS website www.kebs.org under career page. Applications should be addressed to The Managing Director, Kenya Bureau of Standards, P.O. Box 54974, 00200, Nairobi and submitted online through KEBS website/portal to be received on or before 17th August 2023. All testimonials MUST be saved starting with applicant’s National Identification Number and submitted with the application

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Upon successful upload and submission of application, the applicant will receive a system generated email  notification that the job application details have been successfully submitted.
• KEBS DOES NOT charge any fee in the recruitment process.
• Persons with disability and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Academic Qualifications of external origin MUST be accompanied with a recognition and equation certificate  from the relevant body in Kenya.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Candidates must comply with requirements of Chapter 6 of The Constitution
• Candidates who had applied for these positions are advised to Re-Apply.