EPZA General Manager- Operations and Investor Support Jobs in Kenya

EPZA General Manager- Operations and Investor Support Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

The job holder is responsible for formulating investor support strategies, policies, regulations and guidelines for effective investor Support, Facilitation, Compliance, Industrial Relations and
Regional Management of the EPZ Programme.

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Develop work plans and budgets for the Directorate for approval

Oversee the execution of the approved Directorate work plans and budgets

Oversee performance management in the Directorate

Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Directorate

Prepare draft Board management papers for approval

Identify training needs for the Directorate’s staff

Participate in workforce planning and recruitment of staff within the Directorate

Spearhead the development and review of the Directorate strategic plan

Identify procurement needs of the Directorate

Mentor and coach Directorate’s staff

Participate in various committees in the Organization

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

Oversee the functions of the implementation of Directorate’s strategic plan, monitoring and
evaluation.

Lead in the review of the Directorate strategic plan and operational plans

Identify, examine, analyze and initiate review of policies touching on Operations and Investor
Support.

Ensure EPZ Enterprises comply with relevant Kenya Laws in their operations

Spearhead the performance contracting process among the staff in the Directorate

Ensure implementation of work Plan for the Directorate

Develop linkages and partnerships with different Government Agencies, County Governments
and other Institutions for effective investor support facilitation

Oversee Advocacy role in investor support facilitation

Plan and co-ordinate annual EPZ Investor Forums

Lead the development, expansion and growth of the EPZ programme in the Regions

Oversee Pre – Investment and post Investment facilitation for EPZ Investors

Ensure sound management of Public Zones

Carry out annual staff performance appraisals

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility:

Development of budgets for the Directorate

Develop and monitor procurement for the Directorate

Recommend expenditure for the Directorate

Responsibility for Physical Assets

Responsible for physical assets assigned by the Authority

Provide oversight for all

the Directorate physical assets

Decision Making:

Make strategic, operational and financial decisions for the Directorate

Plans work for subordinates

Assigns work to subordinates

Monitors subordinates work performance

Appraises/evaluates subordinates’ performance

Working conditions:

• Works largely in an office environment with occasional travel

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic Qualifications

• Masters Degree Business Management /Administration or related field from a recognized Institution

• Bachelors’ Degree in Business Management/ Administration or related field from a recognized institution

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Leadership Course Lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized Institution

Well must with all Investor Support Activities

Member of a professional body

Certificate in computer proficiency

Meets the provision of chapter six of the Constitution

Previous relevant work experience required

Twelve (12) years relevant experience with three (3) years served in the position of Manager,
Investor Support or comparable position in the Public Service or reputable Organization.

Functional Skills:

• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Strategic planning
• Project management
• Interpretation of financial reports
• Understanding of policy development process
• Entrepreneurial skills
• Report writing
• Research and innovation skills

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Team leadership
• Advocacy
• Negotiation skills
• Creativity
• Critical thinking
• Analytical alertness
• Attention to detail
• Networking skills
• Presentation skills

How to Apply

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