16 Vacant Positions at Communication Authority of Kenya

The Communications Authority of Kenya is seeking a talented and experienced Principal Officer for Competition Management to join their dynamic team.

Principal Officer Competition Management

Job Grade: CA 5
Reporting To: Deputy Director Competition Management, Job Grade CA 4
Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

The Principal Officer Competition Management will operate under the guidance of the Deputy Director. Key responsibilities include:

1. Reviewing the competition and tariffs regulatory frameworks for the ICT sector in Kenya.
2. Developing suitable Tariff Cost Models for enforcing tariff regulations.
3. Participating in periodic market studies and analyses in the ICT sector.
4. Assessing competition in the communications sector to define relevant markets and identify competition concerns.
5. Investigating anti-competitive practices and concerns in the ICT sector.
6. Reviewing market competition to designate dominant licensees and propose legal and regulatory remedies.
7. Drafting regulatory safeguards, guidelines, and market reports for a liberalized ICT market.
8. Evaluating the impact of government policies on competition in the ICT sector.
9. Reviewing mergers and acquisitions in the ICT sector and their impact on competition.
10. Engaging with other regulatory agencies in implementing the competition framework.
11. Assessing regulatory decisions/mechanisms for their impact on ICT businesses, consumers, government macroeconomic agenda, and the overall economy.
12. Conducting economic research on emerging regulatory issues in the ICT sector.
13. Investigating complaints on tariffs and competition matters.
14. Reviewing tariffs and interconnection and access regulatory frameworks for the ICT sector in Kenya.
15. Providing inputs for proposed models for enforcing interconnection and access regulations.
16. Assessing interconnection and access concerns and proposing resolutions.
17. Providing inputs for regulatory safeguards, guidelines, and market reports for a liberalized ICT market.

Person Specification

To qualify for this position, a candidate must have:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business-related fields, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Master’s degree in Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business-related fields, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
3. At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience in the public or private sector, with three (3) years in a supervisory role.
4. Membership in a relevant professional body, where applicable.
5. Completed a management course lasting at least four (4) weeks.
6. Proficiency in computer applications.
7. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Knowledge of ICT Economics.
2. Understanding of ICT regulation and market dynamics.
3. Knowledge of network effects and digital economy analysis.
4. Strategic thinking and ability to simplify complex concepts in writing and orally.
5. Consultation and advisory skills.
6. Analytical skills.
7. Strong communication and reporting skills.
8. Mentoring, coaching, and leadership abilities.
9. Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
10. Team player.
11. Integrity.

Principal Officer Order and Contract Management

Job Grade: CA 5
Reporting To: Deputy Director/Procurement Planning and Inventory Management, Job Grade CA 4
Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

The Principal Officer Order and Contract Management will be responsible for:

1. Coordinating the preparation of contract documents.
2. Managing the progression of procurement contracts and orders.
3. Monitoring contract implementation in liaison with users.
4. Implementing procurement policies, regulations, and procedures.
5. Ensuring internal auditing and evaluation of supply chain management processes.
6. Identifying unserviceable, obsolete, and surplus stores and equipment for disposal.
7. Participating in contract negotiations.
8. Ensuring effective use of the e-procurement system.
9. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.
10. Supervising assigned roles.

Person Specification

Candidates must have:

1. At least eight (8) years of related work experience with three (3) years in a supervisory role.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Physical Science, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
3. Master’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
4. Completed a management course lasting at least four (4) weeks.
5. Professional qualification and membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM), where applicable.
6. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Proficiency in computer applications.
2. Planning skills.
3. Communication and reporting skills.
4. Supervisory skills.
5. Interpersonal skills.
6. Analytical and negotiation skills.
7. Team player.

Principal Officer Communications

Job Grade: CA 5
Reporting To: Deputy Director Communications & Stakeholders Engagement, Job Grade CA 4
Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

The Principal Officer Communications will be responsible for:

1. Developing and implementing communications policies, strategies, and plans.
2. Coordinating consumer and brand awareness campaigns.
3. Maintaining branding standards.
4. Managing the Authority’s online and social media assets.
5. Developing content for internal and external stakeholders.
6. Liaising with advertising agencies and consultants for communications services.
7. Supporting stakeholder relationship management.
8. Managing reputation risk and crisis communication plans.
9. Drafting speeches and correspondence for the Authority’s leadership.
10. Managing the Authority’s website and social media presence.
11. Coordinating coverage of corporate and industry events in digital and news media.
12. Conducting communications research to monitor impact.
13. Supporting internal communications within the Authority.

Person Specification

Candidates must have:

1. At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience, with three (3) years in a supervisory role.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Communications or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
3. Master’s degree in Communication or an equivalent qualification is an added advantage.
4. Registration with a professional body such as PRSK.
5. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
6. Completed a management course lasting at least four (4) weeks.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Proficiency in computer applications.
2. Organizational skills.
3. Communication skills.
4. Analytical skills.
5. Problem-solving skills.

Senior Information Security Officer

Job Grade: CA 6
Reporting To: Principal Information Security Officer, Job Grade CA 5
Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

The Senior Information Security Officer will:

1. Participate in implementing the Authority’s ICT strategy, plans, and information security program.
2. Ensure information security across all business aspects.
3. Implement security and disaster recovery aspects of ICT systems.
4. Identify, assess, investigate, and remediate security breaches and cybersecurity incidents.
5. Operate hardware and software to protect against threats.
6. Maintain ISO/IEC 27001 Certification.
7. Conduct security assessments and analysis.
8. Ensure server and equipment compliance with industry standards.
9. Maintain updated IT/service diagrams.
10. Guide the Incident Response Team in handling security incidents.
11. Perform routine audits of security controls.
12. Provide training and advisory on information security matters.
13. Test systems backups and disaster recovery processes.
14. Create patch management plans and upgrades.
15. Monitor ICT system access and control structures.
16. Perform technical risk assessments and penetration tests.
17. Fix vulnerabilities and maintain high-security standards.
18. Assess security of new applications before installation.
19. Implement QA policies and procedures.
20. Create system test plans and QA reports.
21. Conduct system post-implementation testing.
22. Ensure quality throughout the system development lifecycle.
23. Manage information security-related projects.

Person Specification

Candidates must have:

1. At least four (4) years of relevant work experience in the public or private sector.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, Business IT, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
3. At least one (1) certification from relevant professional bodies (e.g., CCNP, CDCP, CCNA, MCSE, CISSP, CISA, CISM).
4. Completed a supervisory course lasting at least two (2) weeks.
5. Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance.
6. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

**Key Competencies and Skills**

1. Communication and reporting skills.
2. Attention to detail.
3. Problem-solving and analytical skills.
4. Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
5. Professionalism and integrity.

Competition Management Officer

Vacancies: 2  

Reporting to: Senior Officer Competition Management

Job Grade CA 6  

Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

This role is an entry-level position for degree holders, working under the guidance of a senior officer. Responsibilities include:

1. Reviewing economic policy and technological issues related to the regulation of the communication sector.

2. Analyzing feedback from various consultative processes by the Authority and providing guidance on regulatory decisions.

3. Providing technical input in drafting regulatory safeguards and guidelines for a liberalized communications market, focusing on competition, tariffs, interconnection, and access.

4. Assessing and reviewing regulatory decisions/mechanisms to evaluate their impact and effectiveness on the communications sector.

5. Researching emerging issues in the ICT market.

6. Developing and reviewing various tariff and cost models, interconnection, and access frameworks.

7. Responding to information and data requests.

Person Specification:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Applied and Physical Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business-related fields, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

1. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
2. 1 year in the grade of Officer II or equivalent.

Key Competencies and Skills:

1. – Proficiency in IT.
2. – Strong communication and reporting skills.
3. – Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
4. – Team player.
5. – Integrity

Monitoring and Inspection Officers

Vacancies: 12  

Reporting to: Senior Officer

Job Grade CA 6  

Location: All CA Regions

Job Specification

Job Summary:

The role involves inspecting radio network installations and telecommunication facilities, monitoring transmissions/emissions, ensuring compliance with technical parameters, and resolving radio frequency interference. Additional duties include:

Inspection:

1. – On-site inspection of radio communication and telecommunication facilities.
2. – Measurement of technical parameters for licensing or law enforcement.
3. – Collating, analyzing, and preparing inspection reports.

Monitoring:

1. – Monitoring the Quality of Service provided by licensees.
2. – Determination of radio emissions location (Direction Finding).
3. – Monitoring licensees’ infrastructure rollout obligations.
4. – Measurement of transmitter emissions.
5. – Resolving harmful radio spectrum interference.
6. – Preparing monitoring activity reports.

Maintenance of Regulatory Facilities:

1. – Monitoring supplier obligations and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on monitoring equipment.
2. – Preparing status reports on monitoring and measurement facilities.

Other Duties:

1. – Participating in tender evaluation processes.
2. – Contributing to internal committees and the induction of new staff.
3. – Developing specifications for test gear and equipment procurement.

Person Specification:

1. – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, relevant physical sciences, Economics, Commerce, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. – Experience with data engineering and/or analysis is an advantage.
3. – Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills:

1. – Proficiency in IT.
2. – Strong communication and reporting skills.
3. – Interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Numbering Officer Standards and Type Approval

Vacancies: 1  

Reporting to: Senior Officer Standards and Type Approval – Job Grade CA 8 

Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

This entry-level position involves supporting the formulation, maintenance, and review of national Telecommunication Numbering and Addressing plans. Responsibilities include:

1. – Assisting in formulating, reviewing, and maintaining the legal framework for numbering plans.
2. – Liaising with other sections to ensure proper inspection for numbering resource assignments.
3. – Identifying suitable numbering resources and drafting assignment letters or authorizations.
4. – Initiating reviews of parameters and forms to facilitate periodic telecommunications numbering and addressing utilization information.
5. – Maintaining the database of Numbering Assignments, Reservations, and Reclamations.
6. – Conducting basic research on numbering development and participating in periodic audits on numbering resource usage.
7. – Evaluating applications for numbering resources and initiating strategic initiatives for the Numbering Division.
8. – Responding to stakeholder queries regarding standards.
9. – Planning and assigning numbers for all communication services in the country.

Person Specification:

1. – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or a related field from a recognized institution.
2. – Proficiency in computer applications.
3. – Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills:

1. – Proficiency in IT.
2. – Strong communication and reporting skills.
3. – Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
4. – Team player.
5. – Integrity.

Job Vacancy: Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant – Procurement Compliance and Reporting

Vacancies: 1  

Reporting to: Principal Officer/Procurement and Disposal Management – Job Grade CA 5  

Location: Nairobi

Job Specification

Responsibilities include:

1. – Preparing internal and external statutory reports.
2. – Publishing tender opportunities and contract awards in the Public Procurement Information Portal.
3. – Identifying unserviceable, obsolete, and surplus stores and equipment for disposal.
4. – Assisting users in preparing tender specifications and evaluation criteria.
5. – Preparing tenders and implementing procurement procedures and ISO standards.
6. – Participating in tender opening and evaluation.
7. – Inspecting and accepting goods and services.
8. – Ensuring safe custody of all procurement records and compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

Person Specification:

1. – Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics Management, Social Science, Business Administration, Economics, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. – Membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
3. – Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Competencies and Skills:

1. – Proficiency in IT.
2. – Strong communication and reporting skills.
3. – Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
4. – Team player.
5. – Integrity.

Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant – Procurement Planning

Reporting to: Principal Officer/Procurement Planning and Inventory Management – Job Grade CA 5  

Location: Nairobi

Job Specifications

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Participating in the preparation and consolidation of procurement and disposal plans.

2. Assisting in the drafting of contracts.

3. Participating in inventory management and issuance.

4. Preparing status reports on the implementation of procurement and disposal plans.

5. Identifying unserviceable, obsolete, and surplus stores and equipment for disposal.

6. Implementing procurement procedures and ISO standards.

7. Participating in the inspection and acceptance of goods and services.

8. Receiving and processing suppliers’ invoices for payment.

9. Ensuring safe custody of all procurement records.

10. Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards relating to the procurement of goods, services, and works.

Person Specifications

Qualifications:

1. – Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics Management, Social Science, Business Administration, Economics, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. – Membership in the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
3. – Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills:

1. – Proficiency in IT.
2. – Strong communication and reporting skills.
3. – Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
4. – Team player.
5. – Integrity.

Terms and Conditions of Service

The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures and Public Service Guidelines.

Documents to be Submitted by Applicants

Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates. Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents:

• – Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• – Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• – Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• – Duly filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for.
• – Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references on or before 2nd July 2024 at 5.00 p.m. East Africa Time (EAT). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Director General

Communications Authority of Kenya

P.O. Box 14448

Nairobi 00800.

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified Kenyans, including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.