Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) is seeking competent, capable, ambitious, self-motivated and dynamic individual that demonstrate the appropriate expertise and experience to contribute to the development of the Konza Technopolis into a sustainable world class technology hub.

The Mission of Konza Technopolis Development Authority is “to develop a sustainable smart city and innovation ecosystem contributing to Kenya’s knowledge economy”. Konza Technopolis as an area of Innovation is especially suited to Education Institutions, Research & Development Centres and Commercial interests in the sectors of Life sciences, Engineering and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES). To this end the Government Of Kenya has begun the process of upgrading Phase 1 horizontal infrastructure, construction of the KoTDA Hub, the Government cloud infrastructure and establishment of Kenya’s first dedicated research and innovation University. Konza Technopolis is also a special economic Zone with Incentives targeted at participating enterprises.

KoTDA therefore invites qualified Interested individuals to apply for the under listed positions.

   

POSITION

 

GRADE

 

REF. NO

NO. OF POSTS
1. Corporation Secretary & Chief Manager, Legal Services KoTDA 2 KoTDA/HR48/2021     1

 

2.

 

Chief Manager, Corporate Research & Strategy KoTDA 2 KoTDA/HR49/2021     1

 

 3.  Project Manager KoTDA 3 KoTDA/HR50/2021     1

 

  Total No. of Posts 3

 

All applications should include the job title, job ref on the subject line of the application email and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to comply with requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.

Interested applicants should apply online at Human Capital Business Solutions: www.hcbskenya.com

All applications should be received before/on Friday 17th August 2021.

KoTDA is an equal opportunity employer.

The Authority is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Therefore, qualified women, youth, the marginalized and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Details of the Post:

Job Title: Corporation Secretary & Chief Manager, Legal Services
Ref No: KoTDA/HR48/2021
Grade: 2
Basic Salary Scale Ksh 180,000- 350,000 p.m
Terms of Service 5 Year Contract, Renewable Subject to Satisfactory Performance
Department Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Department
Job Specification

 

Duties and responsibilities

  1. Providing Company Secretarial services to the Board;
  2. Preparing Minutes of the Board in a timely manner and ensuring their circulation;
  3. Keeping custody of the records of the Board and the preservation of original documents;
  4. Interpreting and advising the Authority on all matters relating to the law;
  5. Overseeing the formulation, implementation and review of the Authority’s guidelines;
  6. Overseeing the design and implementation and review of legal agreements and contracts in liaison with relevant departments, divisions and units; ensuring that the Authority complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements;
  7. Liaising with the Attorney General on all litigations matters; issuing instructions to agreement and contract defaulters;
  8. Carrying out investigation on legal issues affecting the Authority;
  9. Overseeing the preparation of legal opinions on matters relating to legal notices;
  10. Preparing and maintaining proper records of Board’s proceedings;
  11. Overseeing the drafting and vetting of contracts;
  12. Custodian of Authority’s seal and security documents including title documents; and;
  13. Overseeing research on emerging legal issues.
Person Specification

 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

  1. A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience three (3) years of which should be in a management position.
  2. Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
  3. Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution;
  4. Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law;
  5. Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, member of Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and have a valid practicing certificate;
  6. Be a Certified Secretary CS(K) and be a member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya (ICSK);
  7. Management course lasting not less than Four (4) weeks from a recognised institution.
  8. Proficiency in computer applications;
  9. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution; and
  10. Demonstrated competence in work performance.

 

Job Title: Chief Manager, Corporate Research & Strategy
Ref No: KoTDA/HR49/2021
Grade: 2
Basic Salary Scale Ksh 180,000- 350,000 p.m
Terms of Service 5 Year Contract, Renewable Subject to Satisfactory Performance
Department Corporate Research & Strategy
Job Specification

 

Duties and responsibilities

  1. Advise management on policies and strategies relating to planning, Performance Management, Corporate Research & Innovation, Quality Assurance and Risk Management;
  2. Initiating development policies, procedures, regulations, guidelines and strategies for resource mobilization and partnership development;
  3. Advising the Management on all resource mobilization and partnership issues;
  4. Ensuring implementing and reviewing of resource mobilization and marketing policies, strategies and programmes;
  5. Overseeing the development of strategies and work planning for resource mobilization and partnership creation;
  6. Coordinating implementation of innovative fund raising and identifying new opportunities;
  7. Initiating partnership dialogue with bilateral partners and international financial institutions;
  8. Overseeing coordination, planning, development, and management of a public and private sector fundraising strategy to mobilize resources;
  9. Assessing opportunities for resource mobilization and identifying and mapping current and potential donors;
  10. Fostering partnerships between the Authority and development partners, local and international organizations;
  11. Coordinating mobilization of resources for the Authority;
  12. Coordinating the review of agreements with donors;
  13. Developing systems and procedures to monitor collection of funds;
  14. Advising CEO on potential opportunities for fund raising and partnership developments;
  15. Ensuring effective utilization of resources in the department;
  16. Ensuring compliance with stakeholder requirements,
  17. Approving departmental work plans and budget, and
  18. Ensuring performance appraisal for staff.

 

Person Specification

 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

  1. At least Twelve (12) years’ work experience in Resource Mobilization and partnership development in public service or private sector, five (5) of which must be in a Senior management position.
  2. A Bachelor’s Degree in any of Scheduled Sciences or in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Development, Development Studies, International Relations, Public Administration and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  3. Master’s Degree in any of Scheduled Sciences or in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Development, Development Studies, International Relations, Public Administration and Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  4. A Management Course lasting not less than Four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  5. Be a member of a relevant professional body in good standing;
  6. Proficiency in computer applications;
  7. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution; and
  8. Demonstrated competence in work performance.

 

Job Title: Project Manager
Ref No: KoTDA/HR50/2021
Grade: 3
Basic Salary Scale Ksh 150,000- 275,000 p.m
Terms of Service 5 Year Contract, Renewable Subject to Satisfactory Performance
Department Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Department
Job Specification

 

Duties and responsibilities

i.         Coordinating tracking and documentation of project progress against milestones in accordance with project schedules;

ii.         Coordinating development of functional and system design specifications for KOTDA engagements with contractors and other stakeholders;

iii.         Managing stakeholder’s contractual deliverables and coordinating reporting;

iv.         Coordinating design and execution of planned project activities within Konza Technopolis;

v.         Coordinating with Chief Managers to identify project issues and ensure that they are tracked, reported and resolved in a timely manner;

vi.         Coordinating proactive communication of project status, issues and risks;

vii.         Coordinating development of Project Management Tools and strategies including project, communication, quality, risk and configuration plans for Konza Projects;

viii.         Coordinating development of project tools and strategies for Konza Projects during project; execution and communicate needed changes in a timely manner;

ix.         Coordinating review and updating of project tools and strategies for Project Teams / Department during project execution and communicate needed changes in a timely manner;

x.         Liaising with Chief Managers in managing resources in accordance with Project standards and budgetary allocations.

 

Person Specification

 

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

  1. Minimum 10 years’ experience three of which must be in management;
  2. Master’s Degree in Project Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  3. Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  4. Management course of not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  5. Member of a relevant professional body in good standing;
  6. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
  7. Proficiency in computer applications; and
  8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.