Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for monitoring, analysing debts and support the implementation of the credit control policy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating credit control activities and manage debts at the airports to ensure efficient debt collection;
• Evaluating credit worthiness and negotiate payment plans, per the credit policy, by debtors and make necessary recommendations to management;
• Participating in credit control activities and manage debts at the airport to ensure efficient debt collection;
• Reviewing outstanding debts to identify bad and doubtful debts and propose remedial action;
• Evaluating and negotiating payment plans by debtors and make necessary recommendations to management;
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the credit management function;
• Maintaining relationships with airlines, tenants, concessionaires, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth debt collection exercise;
• Assessing credit worthiness of prospective credit customers and advise management;
• Analyzing outstanding debts to identify bad and doubtful debts and propose remedial action to management;
• Preparing operational strategies for efficient debtors’ management;
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the credit management function; and
• Implementing operational strategies for efficient debtors’ management.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Professional qualifications in Finance or Accounting, CPA(K) or equivalent qualification
• Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) or related professional body and in good standing
• Minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a managerial/supervisory position
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for managing and maximizing the revenue generated from commercial activities within airports, overseeing retail operations, concessions, and commercial spaces to enhance the overall passenger experience and optimize revenue streams that will ensure the Authority meets its commercial revenue targets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing Airports’ commercial retail business plans to achieve set objectives;
• Researching, developing and implementing an optimal retail and concession plan that achieves revenue and customer objectives;
• Researching and analyzing airport clientele preferences in retail to ensure that all customer requirements are catered for in the retail plan;
• Developing and implementing an airside and landside retail mix and ensure a retail portfolio that meets customer needs;
• Implementing and monitoring revenue performance of concessions;
• Updating and reviewing the KAA concession order;
• Researching and benchmarking in all aspects KAA commercial revenue plan with other international airports;
• Maintaining a retail directory to ensure that all licenses are upto date;
• Developing and monitoring service level agreements with retailers and concessionaires to ensure service delivery in line with set standards; and
• Providing leadership to the Marketing and Business Development team working in commercial retail and concessions.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Relevant Diploma & Professional qualification in Marketing and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK), Member of the Institute of Customer Experience (ICX) Kenya and Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK) or equivalent
• Professional qualification in marketing
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills

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Job Purpose

• The job is responsible for the identification of priority ICT projects based on emerging technologies and industry trends as well as the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting on all ICT projects.

b) Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing multiple medium or large, complex, capital and non-capital ICT projects simultaneously;
• Establishing a defined project management methodology, accountable for the detailed planning of steps and resources needed to meet objectives;
• Monitoring and preparing reports to ensure work is progressing to meet the deliverables on time and on or under budget;
• Effectively applying ICT’s methodology and enforcing project standards;
• Ensuring that in-flights reviews and quality assurance procedures take place for all projects;
• Managing project-related risks and issues;
• Ensuring project documents are complete, current and stored appropriately; and
• Ensuring quality control for all projects.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems and Technology, Software Engineering, Information Security, Business Administration (IT option) from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Project Management Certification (PMI, PRINCE2, AGILE etc.) from a recognized body
• ICT Professional qualification e.g. CISCO, SAP, ORACLE, HP, IBM, Checkpoint Security, ITIL, SSQL or MSCE
• Membership to a related professional body and in good standing
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer application

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of an organization-wide ICT service management to ensure availability of efficient ICT systems in compliance with applicable policies, standards and best practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing the performance of the ICT Service, ensuring that all user systems are available and data integrity is maintained at all times;
• Developing ICT services management policies, procedures and standards and ensuring that they are fully implemented;
• Ensuring that systems are comprehensively supported as per service level agreements with users;
• Ensuring provision of timely and accessible responsive service desk that supports the ICT users;
• Maintaining an up-to-date inventory for the entire Authority’s ICT asset portfolio for effective planning;
• Reviewing and recommending on infrastructure and systems upgrades in line with changing business and technology needs; and
• Undertaking research in conjunction with other ICT and business functions to evaluate new products to ensure the Authority continues to take leverage of technology developments in the Industry.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems and Technology, Software Engineering, Information Security, Business Administration (IT option) from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• IT Management Certification (ITIL, ITSM etc.) from a recognized body
• ICT Professional qualification e.g. CISCO, SAP, ORACLE, HP, IBM, Checkpoint Security, ITIL, SSQL or MSCE
• Membership to a related professional body and in good standing
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer application

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills

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Job Purpose

• The job is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical control systems, airfield ground lighting systems, electrical building services, power back-up systems critical to the safe and efficient operation and ensuring compliance with aviation safety and operational standards.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing concept and detailed engineering designs, preparation of design specifications, cost estimates and tender documents for electrical engineering projects;
• Participating in project management and supervision activities of capital projects;
• Drafting design specifications and tender documents;
• Establishing project risk registers and a monitoring and evaluation framework for projects;
• Supporting project managers in preparation of electrical engineering facility’s status reports and action programs to sustain / upgrade service standards;
• Overseeing the implementation of electrical engineering assets maintenance programs within all airports and airstrips;
• Participating in project planning, origination, prioritizing and budgeting for electrical engineering projects; and
• Liaising with Legal department in preparation and execution of contracts.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Professional registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualifications in airport engineering/ planning is an added advantage
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or related professional body
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer application

Skills and Competencies

• Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.

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 Job Purpose

• The job holder is responsible for engineering design, project costing, tender documentation, tendering processes, project management, and construction supervision as well as oversee maintenance of airport infrastructure.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing concept and detailed engineering designs, preparation of design specifications, cost estimates and tender documents for civil engineering projects;
• Drafting design specifications and tender documents;
• Establishing project risk registers and a monitoring and evaluation framework for projects;
• Overseeing the implementation of civil engineering assets maintenance programs within all airports and airstrips;
• Participating in project planning, origination, prioritizing and budgeting for civil engineering projects;
• Supporting in the supervision of capital project activities in project management;
• Participation in Airport Master-planning activities; and
• Liaising with Legal department in preparation and execution of contracts.

 Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience in civil engineering works, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Professional registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), or equivalent
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), ASK, PMP, or related professional body
• Postgraduate qualifications in airport engineering/ planning is an added advantage
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer application

Skills and Competencies

• Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for providing oversight in management of overall airports maintenance processes, ensure uniformity and standardization in the implementation of the organizations maintenance policy, compliance with all local and international standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and updating of Authority’s maintenance policies and strategies in line with the Authority’s vision and strategic objective;
• Establishing Authority’s maintenance standards for airport assets (civil, electro-mechanical, building and electrical) with requirements of KAA, KCAA, ICAO and other international and national regulatory authorities/agencies;
• Implementing the Authority’s asset maintenance management system;
• Enforcing maintenance standards, procedures, protocols in accordance with industry regulation, manufacturer specifications and best practices;
• Implementing comprehensive maintenance programs for all KAA’s infrastructure, assets and facilities;
• Overseeing the implementation of maintenance programs within all airports and airstrips;
• Leading the planning, prioritizing and budgeting of the maintenance programs;
• Preparing of design specifications, project management and contract administration;
• Collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with safety, environmental and operational standards; and
• Establishing a monitoring and evaluation framework for KAA’s maintenance programs.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s Degree in Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) years of which should be in a managerial/supervisory position
• Professional registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) Kenya or equivalent
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), ASK, PMP, or related professional body
• Postgraduate qualifications in airport engineering/ planning is an added advantage
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.

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 Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for managing aviation data to support strategic planning, operational efficiency and informed decision-making through accurate statistical reporting and analysis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed air traffic reports, including trend analysis and forecasting, using data driven predictive analytics;
• Enhancing strategic planning by integrating statistical insights and predictive data analytics for informed decision-making;
• Co-ordinating aviation data management and corporate planning by integrating data-driven insights into business planning and decision-making;
• Preparing and maintaining comprehensive airport statistical reports, including the Corporate Annual Report, ensuring alignment with industry best practices;
• Establishing and maintaining a statistical database to support operational planning, benchmarking and regulatory compliance;
• Overseeing the implementation and management of the Airport Operational Database (AODB) to enhance real-time data availability for operational efficiency;
• Conducting financial and economic appraisals of airport projects, services and infrastructure developments based on data-driven financial models;
• Supporting corporate risk assessment through statistical modelling risk analysis to identify potential operational risks;
• Collaborating with the user department to incorporate statistical scenario analysis into the Business Continuity Plan; and
• Leveraging on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies to automate data collection, optimize resource allocation and improve forecasting accuracy.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics or Business related from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or its equivalent from a recognized institution is desirable
• Minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must be in a managerial/supervisory position
• Relevant postgraduate course/qualification where applicable
• Professional qualification and membership to a relevant professional body where applicable
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for creating an enabling environment through efficient provision of quality and cost effective administrative support services in terms of office space and equipment, transport and other required provisions for the organization to realize its business objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategies for efficient and cost-effective use of office utilities and services;
• Co-ordinating the purchase and distribution of staff measured uniforms;
• Implementing policies, procedures and program within the Framework of OSH Act of 2007;
• Facilitating both local and foreign travel for staff;
• Co-ordinating staff welfare services;
• Ensuring effective management and insurance of the Authority’s vehicles;
• Ensuring timely payment of utility bills for services provided; and
• Supervising contracted service providers to ensure compliance with the contract requirements and the Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration (Human Resource Management Option), Social Sciences from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) /Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Member of Institute of Human Resource Management and in good standing
• A minimum period of 8 years of relevant work experience with at least 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• A valid practicing certificate/ license
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for providing overall strategic leadership and directions for operations and safety management of the aerodromes. It entails the oversight of the implementation of Programs and services aimed at ensuring reliability, efficiency, and adherence to National Civil Aviation regulations, as well as compliance with International Standards and Recommended Practices, that are critical to facilitating safe and secure aircraft operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing the implementation of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards as well as regulations and guidelines from Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) in the operations of all Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) airports and airstrips;
• Reviewing the capacity of the current airport facilities vis-à-vis current and anticipated demands;
• Recommending initiatives for upgrading and/or enhancement of operational facilities, passenger facilitation, ground and cargo services in order to continuously provide exceptional seamless, safe and efficient service to passengers and customers and enhance realization of revenue targets;
• Developing and reviewing of the departmental strategy and policies;
• Implementing policies, processes and standard operating procedures manuals;
• Ensuring performance measures are designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan and conduct performance management evaluations to ensure superior levels of performance are maintained;
• Developing strategic partnerships with industry players to support business growth;
• Ensuring adherence to policies, procedures regulatory and statutory guidelines;
• Ensuring adherence to Human Resource policies and Procedures in the management of employees; and
• Facilitating statutory and internal audits.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Airport Operations or Business-related field from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree in Airport Operations or Business-related field from a recognized institution
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience four (4) of which must have been in Senior Management
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Strategy execution, analytical, people management, coaching, problem solving & decision-making, prudence in financial management, teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, risk management and leadership skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for managing the procurement of works, goods and services and ensuring that stores are adequately stocked with user requirements as per their specifications.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing, coordinating and facilitating implementation of annual procurement plans as per the proposed and approved budget to ensure efficiency and economy in the procurement of works, goods and services;
• Overseeing the tendering process in line with the Public Procurement Laws and Regulations;
• Providing leadership and supervision to the procurement staff to ensure that user works goods and services are procured within the budget as per the approved requisitions;
• Ensuring preparation, dispatch, opening, analysing and recommendation of quotations to the tender or procurement committee as per the threshold set in the Public Procurement & Disposal Act and applicable Regulations;
• Ensuring that stocks are replenished periodically as per user requirements and re-order levels to avoid stock outs;
• Preparing quotation documents by receiving specifications from users and confirming adherence to requirements as per the applicable laws;
• Monitoring supplier performance to ensure that they deliver within the required period of time;
• Preparing documents for deliberation, approval and award letters; and
• Liaising with users to prepare framework contracts on the items that will be required for the year and preparation of quotation documents.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement & Logistics, Business Administration (Supply Chain Management Option), Social Science or a business related field from a recognized learning institution
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Post graduate Diploma qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement & Logistics
• Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM), Chartered Institute of Procurement Supply (CIPS) or related professional body and in good standing
• A valid practicing certificate/ license
• A minimum period of 8 years working experience with at least 3 years in managerial/supervisory experience
• Experience in public procurements with detailed understanding of the applicable laws and regulations is an added advantage
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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 Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for ensuring that the Authority’s interests are protected through effective preparation and management of contracts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Drawing up contracts relating to the Authority’s business transactions to ensure that the Authority’s interests are protected and obligations met;
• Undertaking contract administration to ensure that the contract agreements are complied with;
• Providing legal advice on building and construction contracts to ensure that the necessary obligations/ interests are captured to avoid future litigation;
• Participating in contractual negotiations between KAA and other organizations;
• Gathering evidence in cases involving the Authority to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings in order to formulate legal defense or to initiate legal action;
• Conducting legal research, developing concept papers, preparing legal briefs and opinions as well as developing effective defense strategies, arguments and testimony in preparation for legal proceedings;
• Handling dispute resolution matters and liaising with external counsel for effective and expeditious resolution;
• Advising the Authority on industrial relations matters to ensure compliance with the law;
• Monitoring the Authority’s compliance to statutes, international conventions and regulations to ensure smooth flow of operations;
• Vetting, drawing up and advising on all agreements and concessions to ensure that obligations of the Authority as stipulated in these agreements are implemented;
• Ensuring that the Authority’s interests are fully safeguarded by vetting and advising on letters of offer, licenses and leases entered into by the Authority;
• Ensuring that land titles for all Authority’s properties are obtained, registered and kept in safe custody for record purposes;
• Resolving land issues that arise with regard to land ownership dispute between the Authority and third parties; and
• Undertaking legal audit of all leases, licenses and concessions to ensure that risk exposure is eliminated.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master of Laws from a recognized institution is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Post-Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Certified Public Secretary, Kenya (CPSK) and a Member of Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK)
• Member of Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and in good standing
• Valid LSK Practicing Certificate
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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Job Purpose

• The Job holder is responsible for ensuring effective implementation and coordination of airport security operations, quality control activities, aviation security training and manpower administration, investigations and related functions to meet the requirements of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Kenya Civil Aviation Security Regulations, Kenya National Civil Aviation Security Program (KNCASP) and Airport Security Program.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing implementation aviation security measures at the airport in compliance with the requirements of ICAO Annex 17, Kenya National Civil Aviation Security Program and other applicable legislations;
• Managing and conducting performance management reviews for Security Section at the airport;
• Overseeing issuance of daily and long-term security passes to control access to restricted areas at the airport;
• Liaising with other security agencies at the airport and coastal region to share security information and ensure safe, secure and smooth operations;
• Developing and ensuring implementation of airport security programs, quality control program, training program, contingency plans and standard operation procedures;
• Liaising with national and international partners and other stakeholders in conducting security oversight activities to ensure strict compliance with ICAO annex 17 Standards and Recommended Practices;
• Assessing security risks and threats in liaison with other security agencies at the airport and coastal civil aerodromes to ensure continued security at the airport;
• Undertaking research and recommend to management on appropriate and emerging technology for aviation security equipment to mitigate emerging aviation risks and threats;
• Providing corrective action, resolution of security incidences, complaints and providing leadership to the station security team; and
• Overseeing outsourced security services and ensuring that they comply with the Service Level Agreement (SLAs) at the airport and coastal civil aerodromes.

 Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Security Management, Forensics, Military Science or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Professional qualification in aviation security or related field
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder is responsible for aviation security compliance to International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices and National Civil Aviation Security Quality Control Programs within the aerodromes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading implementation of National Civil Aviation Security, International Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs);
• Developing and implementing security strategies, policies, legal framework and procedures that comply with the requirements of national and international standards and recommended practices;
• Implementing the national civil aviation security quality control schedule of aviation security audits, inspections, tests and surveys in aerodromes and obtain approval from regulatory body;
• Developing and reviewing the airport civil aviation security programs, security contingency plans and standard operating procedures of all aerodromes to conform to regulatory requirements;
• Coordinating aviation security risk assessments at aerodromes are carried out to identify security concerns and corrective action plan are developed and undertake continuous aviation security surveillance;
• Ensuring, aviation security deficiencies identified during quality control activities have been resolved and closed;
• Coordinating with the national security and international agencies and other stakeholders in investigating matters related to acts of unlawful interference to civil aviation and other emerging threats and provides security emergency plans; and
• Spearheading research and recommending to the Authority on new and emerging technology for aviation security equipment to mitigate emerging aviation risks and threats.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Security Management, Forensics, Military Science or a related field from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree in Criminology, Security Management, Military Science or a related field from a recognized institution
• Minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must be in a managerial/supervisory position
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Professional qualification in aviation security or related field (Certification in Aviation, Security in ICAO Civil Aviation National Inspectors Course or ICAO security auditing Course, Certification of ICAO Universal Security Audit Program (USAP- CMA) amongst others)
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.

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Job Purpose

• The Job holder will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the airport’s bird/wildlife hazard management program to minimize the risk of bird and wildlife strikes occurrences within the airports and the environs. This role ensures compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations, national aviation standards and best practices while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance aviation safety.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out both scheduled and unscheduled wildlife risk assessments in accordance to relevant ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices in aviation and use the information to develop and review wildlife hazard management plans;
• Carrying out research for understanding wildlife changing / emerging trends and management technologies that are used for implementable and manageable effective innovative airport wildlife control techniques;
• Developing and maintaining databases, analyzing data and synthesizing the information from all airports for organization’s management decision making;
• Developing curricula and implementing training programs for staff and stakeholders to ensure continuous capacity development;
• Providing guidance regarding the creation of aviation wildlife control related policies and legislation;
• Advising management on bio-physical management to ensure strategic management of the environment in order to control bird and wildlife presence in the airports;
• Liaising with all government departments, aviation wildlife/safety committees and other organizations which impact on the presence of birds/ wildlife in and around the airports to ensure their involvement in the effective airports wildlife control strategies; and
• Working with other relevant departments /bodies on compliance with international and national safety and environmental standards on birds/wildlife hazards.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Ornithology / Wildlife Management / Environment / Aviation Management / Animal Science or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Statistical and Geographical Information System (GIS) training is an added advantage
• Instructor training in aviation wildlife control is an added advantage
• At least eight (8) years of experience with at least three (3) years of managerial/supervisory experience
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.

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Job Purpose

• The job holder is responsible for providing leadership and overseeing implementation of Airport operational services to achieve business growth, seamless customer experience, safety and security of passengers and airport users in line with national legislations and International civil aviation Standards & Recommended Practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing leadership to airport staff and stakeholders to improve airport operations, enhance customer experience, and drive business growth;
• Managing and coordinating day-to-day airport operations, including terminal services, airside operations, ground handling and facilities maintenance;
• Managing and directing implementation and compliance with the civil aviation standards and recommended practices in facilitation, security and safety and other regulatory requirements;
• Coordinating implementation of business growth & development plans for the airport to enhance growth in partnership with airport stakeholders to maximize revenue generation.
• Coordinating maintenance and operations of international standards of airport facilities and infrastructure to achieve reliability, efficiency and industry regulatory compliance;
• Developing and implementing Airport budget and annual procurement plan in line with the provisions of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Public Procurement & Asset Disposal Act 2015 as read with the Public Procurement & Asset disposal Regulations 2020;
• Driving the certification process for the aerodrome in order to comply with national legislation and international standards and recommended practices;
• Providing leadership in the development and implementation of airport emergency plan and business continuity plan in the unfortunate event of an emergency at the airport or its vicinity;
• Facilitating the development, review and implementation of the Airport Master Plan in consultation with industry stakeholders;
• Promoting environmental stewardship and sustainability at the airport in line with KAA strategic plan and government policies; and
• Overseeing the implementing of performance management system at the airport to improve productivity and achieve organization goals.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Studies, Social Sciences or any other business related field from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree is desirable
• Certification in any ICAO regulatory training is an added advantage
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience, with at least 3 years at a managerial/supervisory level
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork, good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills.