Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 16, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Director Health Management (Sector Co-Ordination and Relations)
Ref: V/No. 23/2022

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:-
• be serving at the grade of Deputy Director, Health Management Services, CSG 6 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;
• have a Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Communication, Public Relations, Political Science, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Administration, Community Health & Development or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• have a Masters Degree in any of the following fields: Global Health Diplomacy, Global Health Policy, Public Health Management, Communication, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Management or equivalent and relevant field from a recognized institution;
• have a registration Certificate and a valid practicing license from the relevant professional regulatory body; and
• have a thorough understanding of Kenya’s health priorities and strategic interests as well as regional, global health dynamics and global health security and the
• ability to integrate them into the health sector performance.

NOTE:
• Possession of a certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less
• than Six (6) weeks from a recognized institution will be considered an added advantage.

Competencies
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
• Planning and analytical skills;
• Mentoring, couching and leadership skills;
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task;
• Strong communication skills and
• Conflict management skills.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-
• developing implementing, reviewing and monitoring policies, strategies, guidelines and frameworks on stakeholder engagement and liaison services between the ministry, the public, partners and non-state actors;
• be the Secretariat to the Health Sector Inter-agency Steering Committee including provision of secretariat services to the Health Sector Consultative Intergovernmental Forum;
• sensitizing and facilitating implementation and monitoring of Presidential Directives, resolutions and decisions of the health Intergovernmental Forum, the Summit and International Health Resolutions;
• promoting implementation of strategic framework for inbound health tourism and management of outbound health tourism;
• providing liaison services to all stakeholders including development partners, counties and non-state actors;
• coordinating the dissemination of sector policies, strategies and guidelines to Counties and private sector in collaboration with key stakeholders;
• overseeing preparation and implementation of directorate work-plan and budget and ensure prudent utilization of resources allocated to the directorate;
• setting performance targets and monitor performance for all staff in the directorate; and
• performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Director General for Health.

Others
• Basic Salary Scale Ksh.169,140 – Ksh.324,430 p.m. (CSG 4)
• House Allowance: Ksh.84,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh.24,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
• Medical Cover: As provided in the Civil Service

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
Please Note:
• Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
• The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution - Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
• It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
• Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
• Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4th July, 2022 latest 5.00 pm (East African Time)
Interested and qualified? Go to Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) on www.psckjobs.go.ke to apply

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