The National Museums of Kenya (NMK) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament, the National Museums and Heritage Act, 2006 No. 6 of 2006. NMK is a multi-disciplinary institution whose role is to collect, preserve, study, document and present Kenya’s past and present cultural and natural heritage. This is for the purposes of enhancing ...
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- Director Administration & Human Resource
- Chief Internal Auditor
- Method of Application
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience12 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldHuman Resources / HR 
Position Functions:
The holder of the position will report to the Director General and will be responsible for the following specific functions:
- Formulation and implementation of overall NMK policies and strategies for human resources management and administration;
- Coordinating and monitoring implementation of NMK human resource and administrative policies;
- Advising the Board of Directors and management of NMK on all matters relating to human resources and administration;
- Coordinating Human Resources Planning and Development;
- Accounting for and coordinating the planning and execution of the directorate budget;
- Ensuring that terms and conditions of service for the NMK staff are documented and implemented:
- Coordinating the planning of procurement, allocation and utilization of supplies;
- Coordinating the management of NMK physical assets;
- Liaising with relevant Government Ministries and other institutions on general administrative matters;
- Ensure availability of appropriate insurance policies for staff, assets and collections;
- Assisting the Director General in preparation of Board of Directors meetings and implementation of Board decisions; and
- Oversee planning and strategy, transport, security, marketing, information technology, and maintenance functions.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in Management position.
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Be a registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing
- Leadership Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
- Proficiency in computer applications
- Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution
Key competence and skills
- Strategic thinking
- Strong analytical skills;
- Strong communication and reporting skills)
- Strong leadership skills and ability to lead teams
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Team player
- Negotiation skills.
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience12 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 
Position Functions:
The holder of the position will report to the Director General and will be responsible for the following specific functions:
- Providing secretariat to the Board Audit committee
- Formulating and coordinate the implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans;
- Compiling and issue internal audit reports;
- Provide leadership in special audits as may be required by audit committee or management upon approval by audit committee;
- Setting up and implement systems in accordance with auditing standards;
- Testing the efficacy of the risk assessment systems;
- Monitoring and reporting on the Board overall risk profile;
- Supporting various departments in risk profiling;
- Reviewing correctness and accuracy of accounting reports;
- Providing of independent assurance on risk management process on both design and operation; and
- Assuring on risk control effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy and risk management processes.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Twelve (12) years relevant work experience five (5) of which should have been in management position;
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
- Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Master of science (Finance) Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
- Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
- Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and OR
- Be a Member of the IIA/ISACA in good standing;
- Leadership Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.
Key competence and skills
- Planning skills
- Strong analytical skills;
- Communication and reporting skills
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Team player
- Strong leadership skills
- Ethical and high integrity standards
Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates may apply enclosing a detailed resume, certified copy of their current payslip, certified copies of academic and professional certificates plus testimonials, names and addresses of three (3) referees including their telephone contacts and emails. Please note that successful candidate will be required to provide clearances from Ethics and AntiCorruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Directorate of Criminal Investigation, Credit Reference Bureau and Higher Education Loans Board.
Applications should be addressed to: The Chairman, Board of Directors, National Museums of Kenya, P.O. Box 40658 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya.
The application should be placed in a plain envelop clearly marked “Application for the Position of Director Administration & Human Resource” and dropped in the box marked “Applications for the Position of Director Administration &Human Resource” placed outside the Director General’s Office on 2nd Floor, Heritage Centre, National Museums of Kenya HQs in Nairobi not later than 24th February, 2025, 5.00pm.
