NACADA National Coordinator / CEOJob Vacancy in Kenya

Ref No: 111/CH/TS

Since its inception 10 years ago, the National Campaign Against Drug Abuse Authority (NACADA) has played a key role in coordinating and implementing a highly effective multi-sectoral response to alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya.

In order to further consolidate the gains made and achieve the objectives of the current strategic plan, the NACADA Advisory Board wishes to recruit a dynamic and highly focused individual to the key position of National Coordinator/CEO who will also serve as Secretary to the Board.

Under the direction of the Advisory Board, the National Coordinator/CEO will provide visionary leadership of the management team and enhance relationships with various Government Departments, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO's), Community Based Organizations (C.B.O's) and international Institutions responsible for addressing issues of drugs and substance

Key responsibilities

Developing and implementing highly effective interventions and programmes to reduce substance and drug abuseFund-raising and mobilizing resources to implement the required programmesProviding visionary leadership and management of NACADAs human capital and other assets for maximum productivityEstablishing and enhancing inter-sectoral, regional and international co-ordination and collaboration with regard to the demand reduction and supply suppression of abused drugs and substancesFacilitating the carrying out of operational research, in the area of drugs and substance abuse.Leading the review, development and implementation of the Authority's Strategic Plan and performance contractingEnsuring compliance with all laid down Government regulations, good corporate governance practices and laws of the countryQualifications, Experience and other requirements
Kenya citizenA Master's degree preferably in Social Sciences or Public Health from a recognized UniversityMinimum often (10) years in a Senior Management position with a proven track record in management, advocacy or research on drugs and substance abusePassionate about drugs and substance abuseProficient in the use of computersHighly principled and a person of unquestionable integrity;Well developed leadership and negotiation skills showing evidence of capacity to deal with local, regional and international organizationsAbility to conduct or coordinate research.
A team player with excellent communication, presentation and advocacy skillsProven ability to achieve outstanding .results and collaboration with public sector institutions.Terms of employment

Employment will be on a three (3) years contract, renewable for a further one term.

Other terms and conditions of service for the successful candidate will be negotiated in line with the State Corporations guidelines.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 25th March, 2011

Hawkins Associates Ltd
Human Resources Consultants
215, Muthangari Rd, lavington
P.O. Box 30684, 00100 Nairobi Kenya

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