Director/Universal Service Fund at the Communications Authority of Kenya

An officer at this level will work under the guidance of the Director General. Duties and responsibilities shall entail: -

      i.         Advise Management and the Universal Service Advisory Council (USAC) on resource mobilization initiatives, financial management regulations, policies, strategies, procedures, and plans for the Fund.

     ii.         Provide leadership and direction in the development, review, and institutionalization of policies, procedures, and processes governing USF operations.

   iii.         Advise Management, USAC, and the Board on prospective sources of funding for USF projects, including government appropriations, levies, grants, and partnerships.

   iv.         Lead the development of the Universal Service Fund Strategy and associated implementation plans.

     v.         Oversee the identification of communications access gaps and the formulation of innovative interventions to bridge these gaps.

   vi.         Coordinate the development of annual USF project work plans and monitor their implementation, ensuring timely reporting to Management, USAC, and the Board.

  vii.         Manage project risk assessments and recommend appropriate risk management strategies.

viii.         Facilitate the collection of levies from licensees and mobilize government appropriations, grants, and donations to finance national ICT access initiatives.

   ix.         Ensure prudent management of USF financial resources, including budgeting, utilization, accounting, and reporting in accordance with established legal and regulatory frameworks.

     x.         Participate in the Fund’s Project Steering Committees and procurement/tendering processes to ensure compliance and effective project execution.

   xi.         Provide oversight on the implementation of project Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Technical Cooperation Agreements with bilateral and multilateral institutions.

  xii.         Coordinate the preparation of project proposals and concept notes for presentation to Management, USAC, and the Board.

xiii.         Oversee the development of Fund project budget estimates and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

xiv.         Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the USF Strategy and provide periodic updates to Management, USAC, and the Board.

  xv.         Lead stakeholder identification, engagement, and management activities to strengthen partnerships and ensure successful delivery of USF initiatives.

xvi.         Review and present project concept notes, proposals, Management Papers, USAC Papers, and Board Papers.

xvii.         Oversee the preparation and submission of USF quarterly and annual business reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with reporting requirements.

       For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following: -

1. Bachelor’s degree in Applied & Physical Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences and Business-related studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Master’s degree in Applied & Physical Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences and Business-related studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Attained  service period of fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a management position or in comparable position;
4. Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing
6. Valid practicing license where applicable;
7. Proficiency in computer applications;

viii.  Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results; and

1. Exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to Communication Authority’s mandate.

i.           Strong communication and reporting skills,

ii.         Strong leadership skills,

iii.       Project management skill,

iv.       Mentorship and  coaching skills,

v.         Attention to detail,

vi.       Project Management skills,

vii.     Problem-solving and analytical skills.