Kenya Power Pension Fund Head of Finance and Investments Job Vacancy

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position in Kenya Power Pension Fund.
 

Head of Finance and Investments

1 Post
 

Job Objective: The position is responsible for effective management of the finance and investment function of the Pension Fund.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Formulating and implementing sound financial and investments policies, procedures, strategies and systems.
• Managing the Fund’s financial resources to ensure the resources effectively supports the corporate strategy.
• Advising on and ensuring compliance with investment, financial and accounting standards and regulations.
• Develop and maintain appropriate investment industry knowledge in order to provide effective leadership and best practice.
• Ensuring that Annual Report and Financial Statements and other statutory financial reports are prepared on schedule.
• Investment liaison with staff, consultants, investment managers and custodial banks.
• Oversee the Fund’s Enterprise Risk Management Programme and implementation of ICT policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree or Business Administration, Accounting / Finance or equivalent qualifications
• Advanced Degree in Accounting / Finance will be an added advantage
• Certified Public Accountant CPA (K), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) or ACCA.
• At least ten (10) years working experience at a Senior level handling comparable duties
• Registration as a member with the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) or other related professional bodies
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Drive for results and achievement
• Analytical and strategic thinker
• Creativity and innovation

Successful candidates will be offered competitive remuneration package and other benefits.

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements are encouraged to submit their applications, detailed CV, copies of certificates and other relevant testimonials, information on current salary, reliable daytime telephone contact, e mail address and names of three (3) referees to:

The Trust Secretary
Kenya Power Pensions Fund
Ground Floor, Stima Plaza, Kolobot Road, Parklands, Nairobi.
P.O Box 1548 00600
Nairobi

So as to reach us not later than Monday 28th July 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.