Administration and Office SupportFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) is a state corporation under the Ministry of Health established under the KEMSA Act 2013 whose mandate is to procure, warehouse, and distribute drugs and medical supplies for prescribed public health programs, the national strategic stock reserve, prescribed essential health packages, and national referral hospitals.
Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide administrative and governance support to the Board, ensuring proper documentation, meeting coordination, compliance, and follow-up on Board resolutions.
Responsibilities
Governance Guidance: Provide guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities and on matters of governance.
Board Development: Assist the Board in carrying out Board members’ induction and training, updating the Board and Committee Charters, and conducting Board evaluations.
Compliance & Ethics: Support governance audits and the implementation of the code of conduct and ethics.
Work Planning: Prepare and manage the Board's annual work plans.
Meeting Coordination: Coordinate preparation and circulation of Board and Committee meeting agendas and board papers.
Record Keeping: Prepare Board Minutes, ensuring that they are confirmed and filed; serve as the custodian of Board & Committee Minutes.
Monitoring: Monitor implementation of Board decisions and prepare reports to the Board.
Regulatory Compliance: Work closely with the CEO to ensure the Board complies with governance practices, financial regulations, and statutory obligations in line with Authority policies and Kenyan laws.
Document Execution: Support the execution of Authority documents requiring the Board of Directors’ attention.
Follow-up: Follow up on the implementation of Board Resolutions on behalf of the CEO.
Requirements for Appointment
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in Business Management, Law, Administration, or its equivalent.
At least twelve (12) years’ work experience.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Certified Public Secretary (CPS) (K) will be an added advantage.
Membership in a relevant professional body and in good standing.
Certificate in Leadership Course, lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should address their applications to the address provided below. The deadline for applications is 6th May, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (East Africa Time).
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
The Chief Executive Officer,Kenya Medical Supplies AuthorityP.O BOX 47715-00100, NAIROBIAttn: Director, Corporate Services
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application addressed to the Chief Executive Officer by 6th May, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (East Africa Time).
Address:
Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority,
P.O BOX 47715-00100, NAIROBI.
Attn: Director, Corporate Services.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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