Women Enterprise Fund is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency in the Ministry of Public Service, Youth & Gender Affairs established in August 2007, to provide accessible and affordable credit to support women start and/or expand business for wealth and employment creation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Lead in the formulation of the organizations long terms strategy as well as oversee the implementation of the same within set timelines.
• Ensure compliance and implementation of Board resolutions.
• Ensure the preparation and implementation of annual work plans, procurement plans, budgets, Performance Contract, goals and objectives.
• Prudently manage the Funds resources within budget guidelines according to the organizational policies and government laws and regulations.
• Ensure maintenance of effective internal/external controls so as to safeguard the Funds assets and oversee financial audit processes as required.
• Responsible for providing leadership in the development, execution and achievement of the Funds strategic objectives.
• Ensure prudent financial management, and administer with due care, the institutions assets and liabilities.
• Facilitate development and implementation of appropriate human resource policies and practices that fully conform to current laws and regulations.
• Build effective relationships with the Board, government, regulators, partners and other stakeholders.
• Enforce a culture of regulatory compliance, good corporate governance and adherence to guidelines in place.
• Engagement with stakeholders to enhance the corporate image of the Fund.
• Promotion of entrepreneurship and high performing investment ventures.
• Responsible for the Procurement function of the Fund as per the Public Procurement and Disposal Act.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, the job holder must have:

• Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines; in Economics/Finance or in a Business related field from a recognized University/institution.
• Masters Degree in Economics/Finance or in a Business related field from a recognized University/institution.
• Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks and Strategic Leadership Development course lasting at least six (6) weeks.
• At least fifteen (15) years experience in public or private sector employment, Ten (10) of which must be at a senior management level in a reputable organization.
• Membership to a relevant professional Body and be in good standing.
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and skills

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Organizational skills
• Strategic and analytical thinker with good business forecasting skills.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Leadership skills demonstrating integrity, transparency, accountability
• Team player