Kenya Railways is looking for a QMS & Risk Co-ordination Manager to oversee the Corporation's proactive risk management and operational continuity efforts. This role involves coordinating cross-functional initiatives, empowering business units in risk activities, and ensuring internal and external compliance frameworks are robust and effective. The manager will lead the development and implementation of risk policies, strategic registers, and business process improvements to enhance organizational efficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinating cross-functional efforts within the Corporation to improve on proactive risk management and continuity of operations.
Supporting and empowering Business Unit management in effectively carrying out their respective risk activities.
Updating the Operational Risk Management Policy and Framework and related sub-policies to ensure that they reflect best practice.
Monitoring the maintenance/update of the strategic risk register.
Monitoring the implementation of action plans.
Coordinating the development, implementation and maintenance of a Compliance Framework on external and internal obligations.
Assisting Line Managers in identifying and analyzing inherent risks.
Rating and ranking the current and anticipated critical and high Compliance Risks and mitigation activities for inclusion in the assessments.
Planning and coordinating detailed risk assessments.
Managing and following up on open issues and work with management to ensure closure of action plans.
Advising project teams to ensure new initiatives, solutions and programmes have in-built continuity at design stage.
Managing third parties engaged in support of BCMS.
Coordinating post-incident post-mortem.
Monitoring the Risk and Control Self Assessments.
Formulating cost effective strategies for increased Corporation’s business processes.
Formulating relevant policies, procedure and Organization Structure for improved efficiency in the Corporation.
Coordinating the budget process for implementation of the Corporation’s business processes.
Designing programmes and procedures for the implementation of business processes.
Requirements of the Position
Master’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Professional qualifications such as: CPA (K), ACCA, CRA CMA CIA, CRMA, CFE, Certified in Risk Information and Control (CRISC) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications.
Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing.
A minimum of Ten (10) year's relevant work experience, Five (5) of which must be in a Senior Management position.
A management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Skills and Competences
Research skills and problem-solving skills.
Leadership, planning, and supervisory skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Report writing, research paper writing, and presentation skills.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Kenya Railways career portal. Access the application link here: Kenya Railways Career Portal. Ensure you follow all instructions on the redirected page to complete your submission.
