NEMA Compliance and Enforcement Director Job -July 2015

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) of 1999, and as amended thereto, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant position:

Director Compliance and Enforcement E2
1 PostAn officer at this level will be responsible to the Director General and his/her overall
responsibility will be to coordinate environmental compliance and enforcement activities of the Authority, in the Country.

Key Responsibilities and Duties
Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;

• Coordinating all environmental compliance and enforcement activities of the Authority
• Spearheading formulation and implementation of environmental compliance and enforcement policies
• Coordinating development of environmental technical guidelines on compliance and enforcement matters
• Liaising with other NEMA departments and Lead Agencies to enhance compliance of environmental laws and policies;
• Coordinating lead agencies in implementation of Environmental regulations.
• Managing departmental resources including financial, equipment and human resource
• Supervising, appraising, training & developing departmental staff;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;

• A Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Environmental studies, Natural Sciences Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Environmental planning, or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution;
• At least Ten (10) years’ working experience in environmental field, three (3) of which must be at a senior level.
• Postgraduate qualification in management or administration
• Familiar with Environmental law and regulations related to environmental protection and conservation
• Familiar with International environmental conventions and protocols that Kenya is a party to
• Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

Other Skills

• Negotiation skills
• Leadership skills
• People Management/ Supervisory Skills
• Good communication skills
• Conflict/Problem solving skills
• Knowledge in computer applications

How to Apply

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials, current remuneration, current position / grade, expected salary and a daytime telephone contact should be forwarded to the address below by 30th July, 2015The Director General
Popo Road, off Mombasa Road
P.O Box 67839-00200
Nairobi

N/B: NEMA is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability and female candidates are encouraged to apply.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.