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NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (NACOSTI)
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation Act of 2013.  The Commission is a Statutory Agency mandated to regulate and assure quality in the Science, Technology and Innovation sector and advise, promote and coordinate on all matters relating to Science, Technology, Innovation and Research issues necessary for proper     coordination and economic development of the Country.  To achieve this mandate the Commission seeks to fill the following vacant positions:
  1. Director, Technical Services (DTS) ,STIC Grade 13
 (REF. NACOSTI/DTS/STIC13/2015)
  1. Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance (DAQA), STIC Grade 13
(REF. NACOSTI/DAQA/STIC13/2015)
  1. Director, Finance and Administration, STIC Grade 13
 (REF. NACOSTI/DFA/STIC13/2015)
  1. Manager, Finance and Accounting, STIC Grade 12
 (REF. NACOSTI/FA/STIC12/2015)
  1. Manager, Human Resource and Administration, STIC Grade 12
 (REF. NACOSTI/HRA/STIC12/2015)
  1. Manager, Supply Chain Management – STIC Grade 12
(REF. NACOSTI/SCM/STIC12/2015)
  1. Manager, Information, Communication and Technology – STIC Grade 12
 (REF. NACOSTI/ICT/STIC12/2015)
  1. Legal Officer – STIC Grade 10 (REF. NACOSTI/LO/STIC10/2015)
  2. Internal Auditor – STIC Grade 10(REF. NACOSTI/IA/STIC10/2015)
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.  Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor.  A copy of national identity card, details of remuneration history and current contact must be provided.
Candidates shortlisted for interview for the three (3) posts of Directors (STIC 13) must further submit the following:
  1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID)
  2. Clearance letter from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  3. Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  4. Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
  5. Clearance by the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC)
NB:  – Candidates with Degrees from Universities outside Kenya must submit a                     Certificate of Equation and Recognition from the Commission for University    Education (CUE).

The successful Candidates for the positions of Directors – STIC Grade 13, will be engaged on a five (5) years Contract renewable for one further term of equivalent period.. 

Applications must clearly indicate the Reference (REF) of the vacancy (on the envelope and letter) and should be sent either by post to:-
The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.O Box 30623 – 00100
Nairobi, KENYA

Or

Hand-delivered to Utalii House, Utalii Lane, off Uhuru Highway, 9th Floor, Room 902, to be received by Friday 2nd April 2015 at 5.00 p.m.

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note:  Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.


1) Director, Technical Services (DTS) ,STIC Grade 13
         (REF. NACOSTI/DAQA/STIC13/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director, Technical Services (DTS) will be the Head of the Technical Services Division and will be responsible to the Director General/CEO in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

1 Managing research development, innovation and technology in the Country;
2 Coordinating research collaboration and linkages
3 Promoting and disseminating research results
4 Coordinating science congresses and innovation exhibitions
5 Designing targeted policy oriented studies
6 Reviewing scientific articles to be disseminated locally and internationally
7 Managing research authorization
8 Liaisin with    international   organization an similar   multi-sectored   organization for development of research, technology and innovation
9 Facilitating technology transfer

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Earned PhD  degree  in any of the  following areas of  specialization  (Scheduled Sciences): Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences; Physical, Industrial and Energy Sciences;  Biological and Health Sciences;  Infrastructure, Information and Communication Sciences;  Humanities and Social Sciences;  Earth and Space Sciences, as defined in the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) Act (2013). In addition, the candidate must have eight (8) years of post-doctoral research experience and management or similar experience as head of technical division in a research institution, public or private institution.

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Scientific writing and publishing
2)    Proficiency in statistical analysis
3)    ICT proficiency
4)    Interpersonal communication
5)    Policy analysis
6)    Strategic planning
7)    Corporate governance
8)    Quality assurance and standardization
9)    Team player

2) Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance Services (DAQA) ,STIC Grade 13    (REF. NACOSTI/DAQA/STIC13/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance Services (DAQA will be the Head of Accreditation and Quality Assurance Division and will be responsible to the Director General/CEO in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

1)    Planning and executing the activities of the Division
2)    Receiving and processing applications for registration
3)    Setting out standards as stipulated in the third schedule of the science, technology and innovation regulations
4)    Determining eligibility for Accreditation as set out in the  accreditation criteria
5)    Registering, licensing, and regulating researchers in the scheduled sciences
6)    Inspecting,  monitoring  and  evaluating  research  institutions  and  programmes  to  verify  their relevance and compliance to quality assurance
7)    Initiating the vetting of applications for registration and accreditation
8)    Updating the database for accredited and registered institutions, bodies and individuals
9)    Making  recommendations  for  the  registration  and  accreditation  of  institutions,  bodies  and individuals in accordance with the established criteria
10)  Recommending de-registration or withdrawal of accreditation in the event of non-compliance
11)  Working  closely   with  accredited  researchers  to  interpret  the  criteria  for  registration  and accreditation
12)  Providing advice to institutions, individuals and stakeholders regarding accreditation matters
13)  Enforcing  licensing  regulations  by  informing  non-compliant  institutions, individuals  and  other stakeholders of the required regulations and advice regarding licensing policies, procedures and regulations
14)  Developing and strengthening monitoring, inspection and evaluation procedures
15)  Supporting quality assurance to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements such as research reviews, conducting quality audits and maintaining quality databases and data analysis
16)  Documenting internal audits and other quality assurance activities
17)  Reviewing  and  revising  policies,  rules  and  procedures  that  affect  licensing,  registration  and accreditation

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Earned PhD  degree  in any of the  following areas of  specialization  (Science Schedules): Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences;  Physical, Industrial and Energy Sciences;  Biological and Health Sciences;  Infrastructure, Information and Communication Sciences;  Humanities and Social Sciences;  Earth and Space Sciences, as defined in the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) Act (2013).

In addition the candidate should have eight (8) years of post-doctoral research experience and management or similar experience as head of technical division in a research institution, public or private institution. Demonstrable experience in Quality Assurance, Monitoring and Evaluation and Accreditation will be an added advantage

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Scientific writing and publishing
2)    Proficiency in statistical analysis
3)    ICT proficiency
4)    Interpersonal communication
5)    Policy analysis
6)    Strategic planning
7)    Corporate governance
8)    Quality assurance and standardization
9)    Team player

3) Director, Finance and Administration (DFA), STIC Grade 13
         (REF. NACOSTI/DFA/STIC13/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director, Finance and Administration (DFA) will be the Head of Finance and Administration Division and will be responsible to the Director General/CEO in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

1)    Ensuring sound financial and accounting procedures, principles and controls
2)    Implementing computerized financial information systems
3)    Interpreting financial reports, statements and accounting records
4)    Developing  and  implementing  sound  financial  management  policies,  systems  and procedures aimed at improving financial reporting and accounting
5)    Planning  and  coordinating  timely  preparation  of  annual  work  plans and budget  estimates
6)    Coordinating ISO processes and compliance
7)    Managing of donor funds and un-voted provisions
8)    Providing strategic direction in the Finance, Administration and Planning functions of the Commission
9)    Working closely with the Management  team and advising on financial implications of the proposed actions
10) Developing,  reviewing  and  implementing  appropriate Financial Policy  Framework  to guide decision making
11)  Ensuring  that  the  Human  Resource  and  Financial  Strategy  are  linked  to  the  overall  strategy of the Commission
12) Monitoring effective implementation of the Financial, Human Resource and Accounting strategy
13)  Developing and implementing Corporate Information Communication Technology strategies to improve performance.
14)  Overseeing Resource Mobilization for the Commission
15)  Ensuring adherence to contractual agreements

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Finance, Accounting, Public/Business Administration or any other
relevant qualification from a University recognized in Kenya. In addition the candidate
should possess the following qualifications:

1)    At  least twelve (12) years experience in Administration, Human Resource Management, Finance and Accounting, three (3) of which should have been in a Senior Management position in the Public Service or Private Sector
2)    Be in good standing with a relevant professional body
3)    Attended a course in Strategic Leadership/ Senior Management Development
4)    Have demonstrated professional administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of a public/private organization
5)    Proficiency in application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
6)    Have good understanding of the Public Service Financial, Accounting, Administrative and Human Resource management operations.

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Strategic Planning
2)    Good interpersonal relations with proven communication skills
3)    Strong negotiation and organizational skills
4)    Strong leadership and management skill
5)    Team player
6)    Corporate Governance

4) Manager, Finance and Accounting, STIC Grade 12
           (REF. NACOSTI/FA/STIC12/2015)
(a Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager, Finance and Accounting will be in charge of the Financial and Accounting operations of the Commission. The Manager will be responsible to the Director, Finance and Administration for the following duties:-

1)    Preparing budget estimates, expenditure/revenue monitoring and forecasts
2)    Ensuring  prioritization  of  programs  and  activities  for  results-based  allocation  of resources
3)    Ensuring prioritization of projects and activities for the purpose of financial allocations in the budget
4)    Overseeing  of  commitment  of  funds  and  expenditure  trends  in  line  with  Government  Circulars
5)    Recommending reallocations within Budgeted heads and programmes and the overall financial management and control of voted funds
6)    Offering strategic leadership on all matters pertaining to prudent financial management
7)    Developing  and  review  Budget  Policy  for  the  Commission
8)    Developing,  implementing  and  ensuring  compliance  with  internal  financial  and  accounting policies and procedures
9)    Preparing and maintaining timely and accurate financial statement and reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
10) Preparing periodic financial and account report to aid management decision making
11) Preparing final financial statements.

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya. In addition, candidates must have eight (8) years experience in finance or accounting fields, three (3) of which must be at Senior Management position in the Public service or Private sector.

Candidates who have obtained the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

1)    Be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (K) or its equivalent professional qualification
2)   Be a registered member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
3)   Good standing with a registered professional body
4)    Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Good communication and writing skills
2)    Team player
3)    Organizational skills
4)    Analytical and strategic planning
5)    Drive for results and achievement

5) Manager, Human Resource and Administration, STIC Grade 12
         (REF. NACOSTI/HRA/STIC12/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager, Human Resource and Administration will be in charge of the Human Resource and Administration operations, and will be responsible to the Director,  Finance and Administration for the following duties and responsibilities:-

1)    Coordinating,  developing  and  implementing Human  Resource  Policies  and  Strategies
2)    Overseeing the recruitment and development of Human Resources and Staff Welfare
3)    Overseeing the development of resource plans, activities and personal emolument
4)    Ensuring proper coordination of Human Resource Management Principle, Practices and Performance Management
5)    Ensuring statutory obligations are adhered to
6)    Managing succession planning

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in Human Resource  Management,  Business  Administration  or Public Administration from a university recognized in Kenya. In addition, candidates must have at  least  eight  (8)  years  experience  in  Human Resource Management/Development, three (3) years of which should have been in senior management position in the Public Service or Private sector.

Candidates who have obtained the following will have an added advantage:

1)    Have attended a course in Strategic Leadership or Management
2)    Be proficient in information and communication technology (ICT)
3)    Be in good standing with a relevant professional body.


(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Strong leadership and management skills
2)    Strategic planning
3)    Good interpersonal relations
4)    Good communication and writing skills
5)    Strong negotiation and organizational skills
6)    Team player

6) Manager, Supply Chain Management – STIC Grade 12
          (REF. NACOSTI/SCM/STIC12/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager, Supply Chain Management will report to the Director General/CEO and will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

1)    Ensuring effective and efficient procurement of works, goods and services for the Commission
2)    Ensuring  compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and other procurement regulations in force
3)    Developing  and  coordinating  the  preparation  of  annual  procurement  plan  and  its implementation
4)    Developing a Procurement Manual for the Commission
5)    Coordinating tender, procurement and disposal activities
6)    Ensuring compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal Act  (2005) and regulations
7)    Preparing  procurement  documents,  processing  contracts  for  supply  of  works, goods  and services and payment documents
8)    Ensuring delivery of procured works, good and services as per specifications
9)    Coordinating cost effective disposal of obsolete equipment, furniture and other stores in accordance with law.

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management or other relevant field. In addition the candidate must have experience of at least eight (8) years in Supply Chain Management Services, three (3) years of which must have been in Senior management position in the Public Service or Private sector.

Candidates with the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

1)    Be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
2)    A good standing with relevant professional body
3)    Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and Regulations, 2006
4)    Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)




(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Strategic leadership course
2)    Strong leadership in negotiation skills
3)    Self drive to achieve high results
4)    Good communication skills
5)    Team player

7) Manager, Information, Communication and Technology – STIC Grade 12
          (REF. NACOSTI/ICT/STIC12/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager, Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) will be responsible to the Director General/CEO for the following duties and responsibilities:

1)    Provision of leadership in the formulation and implementation of the Commissions ICT strategy
2)    Development of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Policy
3)    Management of ICT security
4)     Developing  and  implementing ICT objectives,  policies,  strategies  and operational plans in relation to the Commission’s Strategic Plan
5)    Re-assessin an re-definin the   organization-wide   standard in hardware,                  software, and ICT services
6)    Providing technical, functional and organizational guidance and support to projects
7)    Monitorin an coordinating   the   implementation  an adherence to ICT policies, procedures and standards
8)    Advising on new and emerging technologies and innovations
9)    Coordinating systems analysis, design and software specifications
10) Ensuring timely implementation and effective maintenance of systems
11) Developing   reports on ICT standards
12) Supervising overall systems documentation
13) Taking  charge  of  Information and Communication Technology equipment maintenance
14) Evaluating   an recommending   on   the   suitability   of   Information and Communication Technology equipment
15) Designing Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN)
16) Advising  the  management  on  the  up-take  of  new  technology  and strategic use of ICT and related cost reduction opportunities
17) Ensuring that procedures and systems are adhered to
18) Developing specifications for ICT equipment and services.

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or related fields from a university recognized in Kenya. In addition, candidates must have at  least  six (6)  years working  experience, three (3) of  which  must  be in a Senior Management position in the Public Service or Private sector.


Candidates with the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

1)    Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology  or related field from a University recognized in Kenya
2)    Professional certificates in Networking and Systems Administration
3)    Course in Strategic Leadership/Senior Management
4)    Good standing with relevant professional bodies.

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Creativity and innovativeness
2)    Analytical and strategic planning
3)    Drive for results and achievement
4)    Highly developed computing and documentation skills


8) Legal Officer – STIC Grade 10 (REF. NACOSTI/LO/STIC10/2015)
(a) Duties and Responsibilities:

The Legal Officer will report to the Director General/CEO and will be the principal legal advisor to the Commission as specified in the following duties and responsibilities:

1)   Rendering professional advice to the Commission on legal and corporate matters including interpretation and opinion
2)    Developing  and reviewing relevant legislation for implementing Institutional policies and strategies
3)    Representation  the Commission in courts of law or other judicial authorities
4)    In consultation with Management, prepare  and  negotiate  contracts,  leases,  formal  agreements  and  other  legal instruments between the Commission and other parties
5)    Provide legal advice on arbitration for settlement  of  disputes  for the benefit of the  Commission
6)    Monitoring  developments  in  legal  research
7)    Participate  in outreach programs  to strengthen Corporate Governance and improve the quality of service delivery
8)    Liaising  with  State Law office on legal matters
9)    Advising the Commission on all legal matters.

(b) Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a university recognized in Kenya. In addition, the candidate must have been an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years in the Public Service or Private Sector.

Candidates with the following qualifications have an added advantage:

1)    Master Degree in Law
2)    Holder of current practicing certificate
3)    Certified Public Secretary (CPS)  is an added advantage
4)    Diploma in Law from the Council of Legal Education
5)    Proficiency in ICT

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Excellent communication and writing skills
2)    Excellent analytical skills
3)    Attention to details
4)    Team player
5)    Ability to handle complex legal matters without supervision

9) Internal Auditor – STIC Grade 10 (REF. NACOSTI/IA/STIC10/2015)
(a Duties and Responsibilities:

The Internal Auditor will report to the Commission on policy and strategic matters of the Commission, and to the Director General/CEO on administrative and operational issues as specified in the following duties and responsibilities:

1)    Develop and implement  a  comprehensive loss and waste prevention program
2)    Undertake a  financial risk management analysis
3)    Liaising with law enforcement agencies and professional organizations mandated to conduct investigations into incidents of fraud and other irregularities
4)    Report to the Commission and advice the Director General on internal audit control matters
5)    Preparing and submitting oral and written reports of findings concerning scope of audit; financial position, source and utilization of funds and make recommendations
6)    Assessing the effectiveness of internal controls and degrees of compliance
7)    Develop, implement and evaluate internal control framework for preventing and detecting fraud, theft, misappropriation of funds and negligence
8)    Liaising with the Auditor General and ensure follow up on the process of  implementation of Internal  and  external  audit recommendations
9)    Prepare annual Internal Audit program for approval by the Commission.

 (b) Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with options in Auditing option, Accounting or Commerce from a university recognized in Kenya. In addition, candidates must have had at least six (6) years experience, three (3) of which must have been in Senior Management position in a public institution or private sector, demonstrable knowledge in Financial Management Act and the Public Procurement And Disposal Act.

Candidates who have obtained the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

1)    Masters degree  in  Commerce (Auditing, Accounting or  Finance options), Business Administration (Auditing option) from a recognized institution or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
2)    CPA (K) or equivalent professional qualification
3)    A        ttended  an  Auditing/Risk  Management  course  or  its  equivalent  from  a recognized Institution        attended  an  auditing/risk  management  course  or  its  equivalent  from  a recognized Institution
4)    Be a Certified Internal Auditor
5)    Have a Certificate in Fraud examination
6)    Proficiency in ICT
7)    Good standing with a relevant professional body

(c) Key Competencies:

1)    Good knowledge of computerized financial systems
2)    Good interpersonal skills
3)    Drive for results and achievements



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