Department:
People & Change KenyaJob type:
ContractClosing date:
04-Apr-14Location:
NairobiReference Number:
130-PEO00124The Company
Our clients, DANIDA and the Government of Kenya, on behalf of the Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT), are looking to recruit members of the Board of Trustees of MESPT.MESPT is an autonomous Kenyan organisation established to promote economic growth, employment creation and poverty alleviation through support to entreprises. Established in 2003, MEPST works closely with key partners including DANIDA and the Government of Kenya to support the growth of micro, small and medium enterprises. This is done by providing Business Development Services in selected agricultural value chains and financial capital through intermediaries, for on-lending and investment. Further details about the Trust are available on www.mespt.org.
Roles & Responsibilities
The Chairperson is responsible for leadership of the Board of Trustees, for the efficient organisation and conduct of the Board's function, and for the briefing of all board members in relation to issues arising at Board meetings. The Chairperson will also facilitate the effective contribution of all Board members and promote constructive and respectful relations between Board members and stakeholders.Requirements
The Chairperson will have a minimum of a Masters’ degree and 15 (fifteen) years relevant experience in financial services and governance matters.The applicant will need to prove at the time of appointment that he/she is:
a)A person of good moral character free of any questions of professional integrity;
b)A person of good standing in their respective professions;
c)A person who is tax compliant, has a certificate of good conduct and has clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
d)Has a distinguished career or demonstrated contribution to issues relevant to the business of the Trust;
e)Has not been convicted of a criminal offence, including cases of abuse of office and questions of integrity,
f)Demonstrates willingness to subscribe to and work for the object and purpose of the Trust; and
g)Does not have a conflict of interest with MESPT.
Terms of Service
This is a Non-Executive Board responsible for oversight of the management team charged with implementation responsibilities. Each trustee will hold office for a period of three (3) years and is eligible for reappointment for a further and final term of three (3) yearsAdditional Information
Qualified female candidates and youth are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Selected candidates will be required to provide certificates confirming tax compliance and good conduct as well as clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.Only applications received online will be processed.
