Principal/Chief Executive Officer – Kenya Utalii College 28 views

Job Description for Principal

The College is established with the primary mandate of training and capacity building for the Hospitality and Tourism industry. The College seek to recruit a highly competent, proactive and self-driven individual to fill the position of the Principal/Chief Executive Officer.

Purpose for Principal

The Principal shall be the Chief Executive Officer and Secretary to the Council of the College and shall bear the responsibility for the day-to-day management of the College. The College hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens for the above position as indicated below:

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

In accordance with the Employment (Amendment) Act, 2022, the College will require candidates it wishes to enter into a written contract of service with to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting mandatory compliance and clearance certificates from the relevant entities.

1. Job Purpose

The Principal & CEO is responsible to the Council for the implementation of the Kenya Utalii College strategic goals and the management of its resources including giving direction and leadership in achievement of its mission. In addition, the Principal and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and administration of the College.

Roles and Responsibilities of Principal

The roles and responsibilities of the of Principal & CEO are as follows:

1. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the College;
2. Provide strategic leadership to the College;

• Ensure the maintenance of efficiency and discipline by all staff of the College;

1. Ensure Preparation of annual budgets and proper internal controls;
2. Manage the budget of the College to ensure its funds are properly expended and accounted.
3. Establish effective management processes, systems and structures in accordance with Public Service guidelines.

• Responsible for the for the implementation of the Council’s decisions and policies.
• Responsible for stakeholder management and enhancement of the corporate image as well as being the spokesperson of the College.

1. Ensure compliance with the relevant laws and other guidelines
2. Establish and maintain harmonious contacts with appropriate national and International Institutions dealing with training.
3. Foster a culture of ethical practices and good corporate governance;

• Ensure delivery of effective and efficient services.
• Facilitate the preparation and implementation of the College’s strategic and annual work plans.
• Act as Secretary to the Council and ensure that all its decisions are implemented.

1. Maintain a conducive work environment in order to attract, retain and motivate employees while fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship;

• Develop and recommend to the Council the annual business plans for the organization.

1. Personal Specifications

For appointment to the position of the Principal & Chief Executive Officer, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Hospitality or related field.
• Advanced degree in Tourism or Hospitality Management or related discipline from a recognized institution.
• 10 years’ experience, in Tourism & Hospitality Industry or related section
• A member of professional body where applicable
• Possess good oral and written communication skills including report writing
• Have a good understanding of the mandate of Council and its role in realization of the national development agenda.
• Demonstrated results in work performance
• A leadership course Lasting not less than 4 weeks
• Computer proficiency skills
• Meet the requirement of Chapter 6 of the Constitution on values and principles of governance

1. Key Competencies and Skills
2. Strong analytical skills
3. Strategic and innovative thinking

iii. Ability to mobilize resources

1. Proficiency in IT
2. Strong communication and reporting skills
3. Strong managerial skills ability to lead teams

vii. Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills

viii. Interpersonal and negotiation skills

1. Ethical and integrity
2. Attention to details
3. Problem solving

xii. People Management skills

xiii. Emotional Intelligence

1. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following academic and professional achievements:

• An advanced degree in Hospitality, Tourism, Finance,
• economics, Management or related discipline from a recognized University;
• Membership of a recognized and respected professional body or organization;
• Corporate Governance training;
• A high degree of professional competency, administration capabilities, strategic initiatives and a thorough understanding of public sector policy and reforms, corporate planning and executive that impact on the attainment of corporate goals;
• Minimum of Ten (10) years of experience, five (5) of which must be in senior management.

Candidates will be required to satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 on Leadership and Integrity and are therefore, required to submit clearance certificates from the following institutions together with their applications:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• A Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

TERMS OF OFFER

The successful candidate’s appointment will be as follows:

1. Job Grade KUC 1
2. Salary scale of Kes. 289,417 X 11,163-300,580 X11,163-311,744 X 11,163- 322,907 X 11,163-334,070 X 11,163-345,233 X11,163-356,397 X11,163- 367,560 per month.
3. Shall be appointed on an initial contract period of five (5) years, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance, achievement of defined targets and outcomes.
4. In addition, an attractive remuneration package will be offered in accordance to the institution and the Public Service Commission (PSC) guidelines.

APPLICATION

The College Council is looking for a dynamic leader and strategic thinker with excellent hospitality & tourism experience and proven ability to identify and capitalize on economic opportunities in a changing environment. For more details on the job description, please visit our website: www.utalii.ac.ke

Applicants should send hard copies or e-mail their application and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with copies of certificates, indicating qualification, working experience, current position and remuneration, names of at least three (3) professional referees and day-time telephone number by indicating the position applied for and vacancy reference number as the subject heading to [email protected].

Applications from qualified and interested candidates should be received not later than 5.00 pm on Monday 3rd June, 2024 and addressed as follows:

 The Chairman

 Kenya Utalii College Council

 Off Thika Super Highway

P.O. Box 31052-00600

 NAIROBI

KUC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.