The Public Service Commission is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and visionary leader to fill the position of Managing Director at Kenya Industrial Estates. This role is pivotal in driving the growth and sustainability of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) while contributing to Kenya’s economic transformation agenda. We invite applications from qualified and experienced professionals who are ready to make a significant impact.
Kenya Industrial Estates is dedicated to fostering industrial growth and promoting entrepreneurship. As the Managing Director, you will play a critical role in steering the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering value to stakeholders.
Position Details
Title: Managing Director, Kenya Industrial Estates
Vacancy Number: V/No. 2/2025
Terms of Service: Three (3) years contract (renewable once subject to a favourable performance evaluation)
Remuneration: Determined in accordance with Section 5(3) of the State Corporations Act.
Job Description and Responsibilities
The Managing Director will report directly to the Board and will be responsible for overseeing the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the organization through effective management of the executive leadership team. The core responsibilities include:
- Strategic Leadership and Vision
- Provide leadership to senior management and staff, fostering a culture of excellence and high performance.
- Develop and recommend to the Board the short, medium, and long-term strategies, business plans, and annual operating budgets.
- Convey and execute the vision, mission, and strategic intent of the organization, ensuring alignment with national economic agendas such as Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
- Operational and Financial Management
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
- Prepare annual budgets and establish robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.
- Ensure continuous achievement of the organization’s financial and operating goals and objectives, generating substantive revenues and delivering positive cash flows and profits.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Serve as the link between the Board and the Management, ensuring seamless communication and execution of strategic decisions and policies.
- Be responsible for stakeholder management, including government agencies, financial institutions, and MSMEs, while enhancing the corporate image of the organization.
- Provide regular, thorough, and prompt communication to the Board on key technical, financial, and administrative matters.
- Corporate Governance and Compliance
- Oversee and ensure implementation of corporate governance policies and programs, maintaining transparency and accountability.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements, fostering a culture of ethical conduct and integrity.
- Put in place effective administrative structures, processes, and systems to support good governance practices.
- Risk Management and Business Continuity
- Develop and maintain a risk management framework that ensures adequate systems and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, and business continuity.
- Ensure the organization is resilient and adaptive to changing economic and regulatory environments.
- Organizational Development and Succession Planning
- Ensure that the organization has an effective management structure, including succession plans for continuity of leadership.
- Promote a culture of learning and development, fostering talent growth and retention within the organization.
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Be responsible for the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives, regularly monitoring performance metrics.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Board, including the preparation of Board papers and relevant documents.
- Quality Improvement and Service Delivery
- Ensure continuous improvement in the quality and value of services and products offered.
- Lead the organization in adopting innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
Critical Competences for Success
- Hands-on experience in developing and implementing strategic plans, with a proven track record of generating substantive revenues and delivering positive cash flows and profits.
- Demonstrated capability in promoting the growth and sustainability of MSMEs, with a clear understanding of economic transformation agendas.
- Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and seasoned turnaround experience in a complex environment.
- Proven capability to formulate business strategies and an established track record of outstanding performance, preferably from the financial services sector.
- Excellent communication and strong interpersonal networking skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Application Guidelines
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply online through the Public Service Commission’s website: www.publicservice.go.ke or the jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke.
Important Notes
- Applicants should provide all the details requested in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.
- Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition, 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, people with disabilities, the marginalized, and the minorities are encouraged to apply.
- Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during interviews.
- Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
- It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Application Deadline
Applications should reach the Commission on or before 14th March 2025 (Latest 5 pm East African Time).
Apply Now
This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to Kenya’s economic transformation by driving industrial growth and promoting entrepreneurship. If you are a strategic leader with a vision for impact, we encourage you to apply.
