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The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) has announced an opening for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role, inviting qualified candidates to apply.
This announcement, published on Tuesday, May 21, through the MyGov publication, seeks a candidate to take charge of the government’s medical supplies agency.
According to the notice, the new CEO will be contracted for a three-year term, subject to renewal based on performance evaluations. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO will have authority over the overall leadership and administration of PSRA’s operations. This includes crucial tasks such as budget allocation, strategic planning, and team management.
The CEO’s mandate extends to overseeing all aspects of strategic, operational, and financial management within PSRA, guided by the Board of Directors. The notice emphasized the importance of developing and championing a bold strategy to inspire commitment across the authority, aligning with PSRA’s core mandate.
In terms of academic and professional qualifications, PSRA has set stringent criteria for potential candidates. A Bachelor’s degree in fields such as Law, Public Administration, Management, Business Administration, or Security Studies, or a Master’s degree from a recognized university is required.
Technical competencies expected from the CEO include proficiency in strategy and corporate planning, financial management, and supply chain management. Behavioral competencies such as strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills are deemed equally imperative.
Prospective candidates must obtain various clearance certificates, including police clearance from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and tax compliance certification from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), among others.
Interested individuals meeting the outlined requirements are urged to submit their applications before July 31, 2024. Application materials should include a cover letter, a detailed CV with referees’ contacts, a copy of the National Identity Card, and certified copies of academic and professional certificates.
This follows the exit of former Director General Fazul Mahamed, who led the organization for six years. His tenure was marked by various controversies, including disputes with prominent figures such as Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary-General Francis Atwoli over remittances.
Mahamed had accused COTU of failing to protect the interests and well-being of security guards who are members of the union. In response, Atwoli criticized Mahamed, alleging that he lacked an understanding of industrial relations practices.
“The Fazul-led body has been the greatest impediment to the enhancement of the rights and welfare of private security guards as COTU (K) has received numerous complaints on the same through our affiliate union, Kenya National Private Security Workers Union,” Atwoli stated.
