Kenya Utalii College (KUC) is a leading African hospitality and tourism training institution. Established 47 years ago the College has trained over 60,000 graduates from around the world who continue to serve in the local and international hospitality and tourism industry. The College opened its doors in 1975 and was established under the Hotels and Restaurants Act, (Cap. 494, Laws of Kenya) which has since been replaced by the Tourism Act, 2011.

REF: KUC/7/1/5/10/2023

Job Purpose

The role of the General Manager, Corporate Services is to provide strategic leadership and ensure optimal utilization and management of the College resources. The position reports to the Principal and Chief Executive Officer.

Job Specification

Functions of the General Manager, Corporate Services are as detailed below:

• Oversee all issues regarding the financing of College activities and advise the College on financial planning strategies and policies
• Develop and implement sound financial management policies and procedures
• Plan and co-ordinate timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates for the College
• Develop and manage internal controls and compliance
• Participate in developing Public Private Partnership program and resource mobilization strategies
• Oversee preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures
• Monitor and evaluate funds applications and accountability
• Develop and oversee the implementation of a dynamic corporate strategy that is able to deliver services and results as envisioned in the strategic plan
• Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of College funds and Assets
• Provide up to date, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the management and the board
• Provide oversight to the College human capital affairs, ensuring that the Authority has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives
• Provide oversight for effective records management operations
• Participate in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan
• Review the Corporate Services business plans in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract
• Oversee operations of Human Resources, Administration and Finance & Accounting departments
• Person Specifications for appointment to this grade,

Person Specification

An officer must have:

• A Minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience and at least five (5) in senior management role in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Bachelor’s Degree in either Commerce, Accounting, Business
• Administration, Human Resource Management, ICT, Property Management, Communication, Finance, Public Administration, Government, Public Policy or other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, ICT, Property Management, Communication, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership of a Professional body where applicable and in good standing;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Supervisory Skills course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Team building and working skills;
• Report writing skills;
• Strong analytical techniques;
• Strong communication and reporting skills;
• Strong leadership skills;
• Project management skills;
• Strategic and innovative thinking;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Arbitration skills; and
• Proficiency in IT applications