Communications Authority of Kenya
Join the Communications Authority of Kenya: Exciting Career Opportunities Await!
About the Communications Authority of Kenya
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulatory agency for the ICT industry in Kenya, tasked with responsibilities in telecommunications, cyber security, e-commerce, broadcasting, multimedia, and postal/courier services. We manage the country’s numbering and frequency spectrum resources, administer the Universal Service Fund (USF), and safeguard the interests of ICT service users. We are committed to creating a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative working environment.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with our Human Resource Policies and Public Service Guidelines.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and continuous learning.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off (PTO), flexible working hours, and potential remote work options.
- Inclusive Culture: A supportive and diverse work environment that promotes equity and inclusivity.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance plans and wellness programs.
Open Positions
We are looking for highly competent, proactive, and self-driven individuals to join our team in the following positions:
- Deputy Director, Postal/Courier Licensing (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Postal/Courier Licensing will oversee licensing and regulatory activities for postal and courier services, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement licensing frameworks and policies.
- Monitor and evaluate compliance of postal and courier service providers.
- Conduct market research and analysis to inform regulatory decisions.
- Liaise with stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
- Deputy Director, Legal Services (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Legal Services will provide legal advice, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage legal risks for the Authority.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee legal and regulatory compliance.
- Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes.
- Provide legal counsel to the Board and management.
- Deputy Director, Regulatory Affairs & Governance (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Regulatory Affairs & Governance will ensure the Authority’s operations adhere to regulatory and governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement regulatory policies.
- Monitor compliance with governance standards.
- Engage with stakeholders to align regulatory practices.
- Provide strategic advice on regulatory issues.
- Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Supply Chain Management will manage procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
- Oversee supplier evaluation and contract management.
- Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations.
- Manage inventory and logistics operations.
- Deputy Director, Communications & Stakeholders Engagement (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Communications & Stakeholders Engagement will lead the Authority’s communication strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute communication plans.
- Manage media relations and public affairs.
- Engage with stakeholders to build partnerships.
- Oversee internal communication processes.
- Deputy Director, Information Security (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Information Security will oversee the development and implementation of information security strategies to protect the Authority’s data and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and enforce information security policies.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
- Manage incident response and recovery processes.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations.
- Deputy Director, Fund Strategy & Coordination (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Fund Strategy & Coordination will manage the strategic planning and coordination of the Universal Service Fund (USF) initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop strategic plans for the USF.
- Coordinate fund allocation and disbursement.
- Monitor and evaluate USF projects.
- Engage with stakeholders to promote USF goals.
- Deputy Director, Monitoring and Evaluation (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Monitoring and Evaluation will develop and implement M&E frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of the Authority’s programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement M&E systems.
- Conduct program evaluations and impact assessments.
- Develop performance metrics and indicators.
- Prepare M&E reports and recommendations.
- Deputy Director, Standards and Type Approval (1 Position) – CA4
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Deputy Director of Standards and Type Approval will ensure compliance with technical standards and manage type approval processes for ICT equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement technical standards.
- Oversee type approval testing and certification.
- Monitor compliance with standards.
- Liaise with international standardization bodies.
- Principal Supply Chain Management Officer (2 Positions) – CA5
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Principal Supply Chain Management Officer will support procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring efficient and compliant operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing procurement policies.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and contract management.
- Manage inventory and logistics.
- Ensure compliance with procurement regulations.
- Principal Communications Officer (1 Position) – CA5
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Principal Communications Officer will support the Authority’s communication strategies, managing media relations and public affairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement communication plans.
- Manage media relations and public engagement.
- Prepare communication materials and reports.
- Support internal communication processes.
- Principal Competition Management Officer (1 Position) – CA5
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Principal Competition Management Officer will monitor and regulate competition within the ICT sector to ensure fair practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct market analysis and competition assessments.
- Develop and enforce competition policies.
- Investigate anti-competitive practices.
- Provide recommendations for policy improvements.
- Senior Information Security Officer (1 Position) – CA6
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Senior Information Security Officer will support the development and implementation of information security strategies to protect the Authority’s data and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement information security policies.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
- Manage incident response processes.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations.
- Competition Management Officers (2 Positions) – CA7
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Competition Management Officers will monitor and regulate competition within the ICT sector to ensure fair practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct market analysis and competition assessments.
- Develop and enforce competition policies.
- Investigate anti-competitive practices.
- Provide recommendations for policy improvements.
- Monitoring and Inspection Officers (12 Positions) – CA8
Location: Various Locations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Monitoring and Inspection Officers will conduct inspections and monitor compliance with ICT regulations and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct field inspections and audits.
- Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepare inspection reports and recommendations.
- Liaise with stakeholders to address compliance issues.
- Numbering, Standards and Type Approval Officer (1 Position) – CA8
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Numbering, Standards and Type Approval Officer will manage the allocation and management of numbering resources and ensure compliance with technical standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Allocate and manage numbering resources.
- Oversee type approval testing and certification.
- Monitor compliance with standards.
- Liaise with stakeholders on numbering issues.
- Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant (2 Positions) – CA8
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Summary: The Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant will support procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring efficient and compliant operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in procurement processes and supplier evaluations.
- Manage inventory and logistics.
- Ensure compliance with procurement regulations.
- Prepare procurement reports and documentation.
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Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references, via the link provided online here on or before 2nd July 2024 at 5.00 p.m, East Africa Time (EAT).
Required Documents for Successful Candidates
- Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
- Duly filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
The Communications Authority of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons living with disabilities.
Please note: Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.
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We wish you the best in your application and look forward to potentially welcoming you to our team.
Contact Information:
Head Office:
CA Centre, P.O. Box 14448, Nairobi 00800
Mobile: 0703042000
Email: info@ca.go.ke
Western Regional Office:
1st Floor KVDA Plaza, P.O. Box 2346, Eldoret 30100
Mobile: 0703042105
Email: wro@ca.go.ke
Coast Regional Office:
3rd Floor, NSSF Building, P.O. Box 8041, Mombasa 80100
Mobile: 0703042152
Email: cro@ca.go.ke
Central Regional Office:
Ground Floor, Advocates Plaza, P.O. Box 134, Nyeri 10100
Mobile: 0703042181
Email: cero@ca.go.ke
Nyanza Regional Office:
2nd Floor Lake Basin Mall, P.O. Box 2016, Kisumu 40100
Mobile: 0703042130
Email: nro@ca.go.ke
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Note: The Communications Authority of Kenya is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not charge any application or recruitment fee, whether refundable or not.
To apply for this job please visit ca.go.ke.
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