CEO Job NSDCC

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Job Purpose

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the Accounting Officer of the Council. The CEO is responsible to the Board of Directors for providing strategic leadership, management, drawing and execution of plans for the implementation of the Council’s mandate, overall implementation of the Council’s decisions and the day-to-day management and administration of the Council’s activities.

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Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible for the following functions:

• Be the Accounting Officer of the Council;
• Provide coherent leadership of the Council, conveying and executing the vision, mission, and strategic intent of the Council and ensuring preparation and implementation of the Council’s strategic and annual work plans;
• Responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the Council;
• Ensuring prudent use of resources in accordance with the financial guidelines provided by the Government from time to time;
• Accounting for State monies received or paid out or on account of the Council;
• Ensuring accurate and timely audits are conducted in the Council’s books of accounts;
• Ensuring effective risk management and internal control system;
• Ensuring that the Council has an effective management structure including staffing and succession planning;
• Oversee the execution of all Council business processes and operations to ensure that various organs of the Council operate harmoniously and in conformity with the overall operational plans and performance targets;
• Ensure corporate compliance with all statutory, legal, social and regulatory requirements in the execution of business strategies;
• Providing strategic leadership to the employees;
• Facilitating capacity building and development of staff;
• Ensuring continuous improvement in the quality and value of services provided by the Council;
• Overseeing and ensuring implementation of corporate policies and programmes;
• Maintaining a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees;
• Implement the performance contract signed between the Board of Directors and the Government; and
• Represent the Council in external forums, including Arms of Government, stakeholders and the public.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic and Professional Qualifications

For an appointment for this grade, a candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Public Health, Social Sciences, Medicine, Epidemiology, Biomedical Sciences or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Social Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Business Management, Finance or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution. A Ph.D. will be an added advantage;
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant working experience, five (5) of which must be in senior management. Experience in management and/or programming in strategic diseases is an added advantage.

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies / Attributes

• Proven ability to represent the Country at Global and Regional platforms;
• Experience engaging with multilateral and bilateral institutions, UN agencies, global financing mechanisms and international NGOs and demonstrated understanding of global health frameworks, treaties and commitments, including regional and international strategies on HIV, TB, Malaria, pandemics and emerging syndemics;
• Strong diplomatic skills with the ability to advance the Country and Regional interests at the Global level;
• Proven track record in mobilizing and diversifying funding, including from exchequer allocations, international development partners, the private sector and innovative financing mechanisms;
• Proven understanding of Kenya’s devolved governance structures and demonstrated experience working in public health interventions including HIV and other syndemic diseases with County Governments.
• Proven ability to formulate, implement, and oversee national strategies, frameworks, and action plans aligned to Government priorities and global health commitments;
• Strong understanding of health governance, public policy and multi-sectoral coordination;
• Demonstrated knowledge of public sector regulatory frameworks, including governance, procurement, finance and human resource laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Strong networking, advocacy and lobbying skills to establish, cultivate and maintain mutually beneficial relationships between the Council and external stakeholders;
• Proven experience leading institutional reforms, transition or transformation processes;
• Demonstrated success in coordinating multiple stakeholders, including Ministries, Departments & Agencies (MDAs), county governments, development partners, civil society, private sector and affected communities;
• Experience engaging with community-led and rights-based approaches to health programming;
• Strong analytical, negotiation and decision-making skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Ability to engage effectively with all Arms of Government to advance the country’s agenda in responding to HIV and other syndemic diseases;
• High level of digital literacy and appreciation of data systems and health information platforms.

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How to Apply

Applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their applications, including an application letter accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae that lists three (3) professional referees, current position/grade, daytime telephone contacts, email address, copies of certified academic and professional certificates, testimonials and a copy of the National Identity Card or Passport.

All applications should quote the title and reference number of the position on the cover letter and envelope and be submitted not later than Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5.00 pm EAT to the address below or electronically to board@nsdcc.go.ke
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