Registration & Licensing Director Job NTSA

Registration & Licensing Director Job, Kenyan Director Jobs 2023, 

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is a State Corporation established through an Act of Parliament; Act Number 33 of 26th October 2012. The Authority is mandated with effectively managing the road transport sub-sector, minimizing road traffic accidents and loss of lives resulting therefrom.

Pursuant to this mandate, the Authority seeks to recruit highly motivated, visionary, dynamic and results oriented candidates to fill the under mentioned positions:

DIRECTOR, REGISTRATION AND LICENSING (GRADE NTSA 2) – REF NTSA/05/2023/10

The Director, Registration and Licensing will be part of the NTSA’s Senior Management team and shall report to the Director General. The jobholder will oversee registration of motor vehicles, licensing, compliance and registration and licensing policy development.

Responsibilities

a)Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Propose and advise on policy formulation within the public transport sector;
• Develop work plans and budgets for the directorate;
• Oversee the execution of approved directorate work plans and budgets;
• Oversee performance management in the directorate;
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the directorate;
• Prepare Board and Management Papers for approval;
• Identify training needs for the personnel in the directorate;
• Participate in the recruitment of staff within the directorate;
• Participate in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan;
• Identify procurement needs for the directorate;
• Mentor and coach directorate staff; and
• Participate in various committees in the Authority upon appointment

b)  Technical Responsibilities / Tasks

• Oversee registration of all motor vehicles and motorcycles in Kenya;
• Oversee transfer of motor vehicles in Kenya;
• Oversee issuance of motor vehicle records and placing of caveats;
• Oversee coordination of activities of all motorcycle dealers in Kenya;
• Oversee and coordinate licensing of all drivers;
• Oversee licensing of all public service vehicles operating in the country;
• Oversee licensing of motor vehicle dealers both new and used;
• Licensing of driving schools;
• Oversee licensing of tour vehicles;
• Oversee licensing of commercial vehicles;
• Coordinate compliance of PSV Regulations to ensure safety on the roads;
• Oversee licensing and issuance of PSV license and badges to drivers and conductors;
• Coordinate sensitization of stakeholders in the industry;
• Propose and advice on policy formulation within the public transport sector; and
• Address public enquiries and complaints related to motor vehicle registration and licensing

c)     Policy Development

• Develop, review and implement regulations, internal policies and procedures

d)  Administrative Duties

• Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of the directorate staff by ensuring an effective and motivated team;
• Ensure the fulfilment of the directorate’s performance contract targets;
• Develop mechanisms for corporate consultation, increase public participation and
• involvement in Authority’s policies and programs; and
• Generate and streamline revenue collection for the

Key Qualifications and Experience:

To be appointed to this role, the successful candidate must be a Kenyan citizen and possess the following key requirements;

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Attended Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Been trained or have a demonstrable understanding in corporate governance;
• Membership of a relevant professional body will be an added advantage;
• Fifteen (15) years relevant experience, five (5) of which must have been at a management position in a large organization;
• Proven experience in developing and reviewing policies and strategies in collaboration with diverse teams; and
• Working experience and knowledge of transport sector will be an added advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent strategic leadership skills particularly in strategy execution, monitoring and evaluation;
• Highly accountable in decision making and of integrity;
• Demonstrable commercial experience;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking abilities;
• Excellent organizational, reporting and stakeholder management skills;
• Ability to work in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environments with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Negotiation and analytical skills;
• Strong written and oral communication; and
• Proficiency in ICT

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply in confidence indicating the Job Ref. No. on both the application and envelope to the address below, enclosing CV with full details of educational background and professional qualifications. The application should also have copies of certificates, relevant testimonials and the National ID. Applications may be deposited at the Authority’s Head Office Reception, 316 Upper Hill Chambers, Ground floor, 2nd Ngong Avenue, or posted to;

The Director General,

National Transport and Safety Authority, 316 Upper Hill Chambers, 2nd Ngong Avenue,

P.O. Box 3602-00506,

NAIROBI.

All applications should be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday 29th May 2023.

NTSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Youth, Women and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. Please note that only

shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

PLEASE NOTE THAT NTSA DOES NOT CHARGE ANY FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR PERSONS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT WITH NTSA.