Director, Corporate Services Job SHA

Director, Corporate Services Job

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree

Job Term: Contract

Position Level: SHA 2

Remuneration:

Basic Salary: Kes.499,200 x 19,968 – 519,168 x 20,767 – 539,935 x 21,597 – 561,532 x 22,461 – 583,993 x 23,360 – 607,353 x 24,294 – 631,647 x 25,266 – 656,913 pa. House Allowance: Kes 80,000/=, Other Allowances Kes 50,000/=

Person Specifications (Minimum Requirements):

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A minimum period of fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience, with five (5) years in a Senior management position or a comparable role.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Business Management, Political Science, Public Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Information Science, Business Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s Degree in any of the above-listed disciplines or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Relevant Professional qualification from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a professional body where applicable and in good standing.
• A Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• A valid practicing licence where applicable.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:

Job Purpose:

The Director of Corporate Services provides leadership, direction, and coordination in the provision of corporate support services at SHA, including Human Resource Management, Administration, Corporate Communication, and Information and Communication Technology.

Job Description:

• Duties and responsibilities entail advising the Chief Executive Officer with timely and accurate advice on Human Resource Management, Corporate Communication, Administration, and Information Communication Technology activities.
• The Director oversees the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans for these departments, fostering accountability and success.
• Key functions include spearheading a strong internal customer service culture, building a sustainable positive workforce environment, and promoting continuous improvement and business excellence.
• The role coordinates the review of corporate services’ policies and procedures, oversees enforcement of statutory regulations affecting HR, Administration, Corporate Communication, and ICT operations, and develops/maintains strategies for property management, assets, acquisition, disposal, and rationalization.
• The Director also oversees administrative and logistical support services (mail, reception, transport), directs maintenance and security of Authority infrastructure, develops team capability reflecting organizational values, and provides administrative support through transport, security, records, facilities, and asset management.
• Oversight of outsourced services (cleaning, insurance, security, fire protection) and ensuring occupational safety and health standards are established and complied with are also critical. Finally, the Director ensures compliance with legal and statutory requirements.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via either application portal https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

How to submit online applications

• Create an account
• Complete your profile by filling in your details in all the relevant sections
• Click on the vacancies tab
• On the jobs list, click on View Details to access the details of a particular job
• At the bottom section of the job’s detail, click on Apply to submit your application

Physical applications should be addressed to:

The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P. O Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road
NAIROBI

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:

• A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Apply by 19th August, 2025 by 5.00P.M