TEMPORARY ASSISTANT – COMMODITIES – 1 POSITION
Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Commodities, the selected candidate will be responsible for:

Undertaking surveys and on-desk studies to inform formulation of policies and regulations to aid in establishment of the commodities markets in Kenya;
Undertaking assessments to inform necessary... commodity trading infrastructure, including warehousing facilities to support the establishment of the commodities market;
Providing input for the development of draft legal, regulatory and institutional framework for the spot commodities market;
Promoting the efficiency and development of the components of the commodities market through the establishment of the appropriate institutional linkages and partnerships;
Providing input to internal and external capacity building programs including undertaking logistical arrangements and reports writing;
Providing input for the development of draft relevant guidelines on design and development of spot commodities markets contracts; and
Support in Implementing the Authority’s Quality Management System within the Section. 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, business, finance or any relevant field; and
A minimum of one year of relevant experience will be an added advantage.

Key skills and Competencies 

Proficiency in Computer and Statistical Applications;
Analytical skills;
Report Writing and Presentation/Public Speaking Skills;
Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings;
Show initiative and meet all deadlines with high quality work;
Ability to undertake Policy and Economic research; and 
Data Mining/Collection and Database Management Skills. more

TEMPORARY ASSISTANT-LICENSING – 1 POSITION
Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract 
Reporting to the Manager, Licensing the selected candidate will be responsible for:

Reviewing applications for licensing of market institutions and intermediaries, including securities exchanges, over the counter (OTC) platforms, central securities depositories, central counter parties (CCPs) and... other market infrastructures; 
Reviewing applications for recognition as SROs;
Proactively engaging applicants, potential candidates for licensing and other stakeholders with a view of facilitating the licensing process within the Regulatory Framework and applicable standards; 
Liaise with the Market Supervision Department to carry out due diligence about the appointment of proposed directors and key personnel of market intermediaries; 
Reviewing relevant notices, announcements and advertisements by licensed entities and making recommendations of their suitability for publication;
Conducting research in matters affecting the development and changes in the Kenyan capital markets institutional arrangement in liaison with relevant stakeholders
Keeping and updating databases relating to applications for licensing 
Updating the status of all outstanding licensing applications received by the division, in liaison with officers from other divisions in the department

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in Law
Minimum of one year of relevant experience will be an added advantage.

Key skills and Competencies 

Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings;
Show initiative and meet all deadlines with high quality work;
Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork; and
Always dedicated to confidentiality. more

TEMPORARY OFFICE ASSISTANT – 1 POSITION
The job holder will be reporting to the Senior Officer- Administration and will be responsible for ensuring all the support services in the Authority are fully operational and both external and internal customers are attended to.
Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract 
The key responsibilities for the position:

Prepare and serve... refreshments and snacks to staff and external visitors;
Ensure hygiene and safety in the Kitchenette, staff Lounge and utensils;
Perform caretaker’s duties;
Deliver mail and other correspondence as required;
Check and report on the cleanliness of offices and washrooms;
Perform reception duties when called upon to do so; and
Implement Quality Management System standards and continuously identify and manage risks.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

Secondary School Certificate (KCSE/KCE).
KCSE D+(PLUS) or its equivalent and
 At least 1 year experience would be an added advantage.

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies 

Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings;
Show initiative and meet all deadlines with high quality work;
Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork;
Always dedicated to confidentiality. more

TEMPORARY ASSISTANT – ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE – 1 POSITION

Contract Period: Six Months Fixed Term Contract
Reporting to the Accountant, the selected candidate will be responsible for;

Timely settlement of suppliers invoices while maintaining accuracy;
Reconciliation of supplier ledgers, raising of payment vouchers (PVs);
Settlement of statutory payments (NSSF, NHIF, Staff Pension... etc)
Settlement of staff (and Board|) imprests and claims for training and other assignments;
Assisting in preparation of the schedules for the audit of the FY 2022/2023;
Preparation of daily cash reports and weekly cashflow reports;
Assisting in preparing withholding taxes for prompt filing in compliance with the Finance Act of 2023;
Proper filing of payment records including PV files and cheques register;
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Commerce- Finance, Economics, Accounting, or any business-related degree
Professional courses - CPA Part I 
Basic IT and knowledge of automated Accounting systems will be an added advantage.

Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies

Strong analytical and technical aptitude
Team player with strong work ethic
Excellent presentation skills
Demonstrate good communication skills both spoken and written;
Ability to complete assignments within set timelines
Ability to undertake multiple assignments more

The job holder will be reporting to the Director Corporation Secretary and Legal Affairs and will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Directorate.
Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract
The key responsibilities for the position:

Provide planning and logistical support to the directorate;
Undertake administrative and support duties including mailing,... scanning, and copying to all the functions within the directorate;
Prepare and format documents including correspondence, schedules, reports, drafts, memos, and emails;
Document management including referencing, filing, and maintaining document movement registers among others;
Provide administrative support to the directorate meetings, maintaining departmental leave and working schedules, and scheduling appointments among others;
Ensure cleanliness of the directorate offices is maintained and liaising with ICT to ensure all the directorate office equipment are serviceable;
Requisition office supplies from the stores, allocating as appropriate, and maintaining records;
Reporting on serviceability of directorate facilities, equipment, fixtures, and fittings;
Answer calls on behalf of the director, as well as responding to other inquiries and coordinating internal and external communication in the directorate;
Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for the director;
Implement Quality Management System standards and continuously identify and managing risks and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Office Administration, Business Management, or business-related degree.
Must be computer literate.
A minimum of one year of relevant experience will be an added advantage.

Key Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies

Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills;
Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings;
Must be detail oriented and a team player and
Ability to be flexible and embrace change. more

The job holder will be reporting to the Ag. Senior Manager Market Supervision and will be responsible for supporting the market supervision division in the implementation of compliance programs and initiatives for market intermediaries, security exchanges, and investment funds.
Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract
The key responsibilities for the position;

Conducting onsite and... offsite inspection activities in accordance with risk-based supervision methodologies and approved plans and prepare reports;
Assisting in conducting risk profiling activities for regulated persons and prepare reports;
Providing guidance to market intermediaries on compliance practices through liaison with the relevant compliance, risk management and internal audit staff to promulgate strong internal control and compliance environments;
Implementing relationship management policy for regulated persons;
Maintaining a database on compliance by regulated entities with regulatory requirements;
Maintaining accurate, up-to-date and detailed electronic information data-base for regulated persons and periodically perform trend analysis;
Conducting research on best practices on market supervision including AML/CFT practices;
Implementing quality management systems and continuously identifying and managing risks;
Undertaking any other responsibilities as and when assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

 Bachelors degree in Law, Finance, Business or relevant field.
Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook express including financial and statistical packages.
A minimum of one year of relevant experience will be an added advantage.

Key skills, Knowledge and Competencies

Knowledge on monitoring and internal controls.
Analytical and audit skills.
Formal investigative skills
Ability to interpret information and make decisions based on the information.
Excellent communication, report writing skills and interpersonal skills. more

The job holder will be reporting to the Senior Administrative Officer and will be responsible for providing safe and secure transportation services of CMA staff to and from various official destinations and for the delivery of mail and parcels.
 Contract Period: Six (6) Months Fixed Term Contract
The key responsibilities for the position:

Undertaking daily routine inspection of allocated... vehicle and report any defects;
Ensuring the vehicle road worthiness, insurance and other statutory compliance;
Collecting and delivering mail and correspondence;
Driving and keeping assigned vehicle clean;
Carrying out minor repairs, including oiling;
Maintaining work ticket for vehicles assigned to him/her
Ensuring safety of the vehicle, goods and passengers on and off the road;
Preparing monthly reports on motor vehicle utilization;
Maintaining, monitor and report on service and repair dates of motor vehicles;
Implementing Quality Management System standards and continuously identifying and managing risks; and
Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

 Minimum Qualifications and Experience

KCSE D+ (Plus) or its equivalent;
Clean and Valid Driving License;
Suitability Test Certificate;
First Aid Course;
Defensive Driving Certificate; and
At least 3 years’ relevant experience with a clean driving record.

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings;
Must be a team player;
Ability to be flexible and embrace change. more

The Capital Markets Authority is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing an efficient capital market in Kenya. The Authority invites applications for the following position:
Contract Period: Six Months Fixed Term Contract
Reporting to the Accountant, the selected candidate will be responsible for;

Receiving supplier invoices and recording them in the... invoice register;
Conducting daily supplier reconciliations;
Preparing supporting documents to process payments;
Following up on user department approvals;
Filing of payment vouchers;
Preparing daily and weekly reports;
Updating statutory payments matrix regularly; and
Collecting and populating quantitative data for purposes of Integrated reporting project

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Commerce- Finance, Economics, Accounting or any business-related degree;
Professional course such as CPA Part I is added advantage;
Basic IT and knowledge of automated Accounting systems will be an added advantage.

Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies

Strong analytical and technical aptitude
Team player with strong work ethic
Excellent presentation skills
Demonstrate good communication skills both spoken and written;
Ability to complete assignments within set timelines
Ability to undertake multiple assignments more

Reporting to the Manager Debt, Equity & Other Schemes, the selected candidate will be responsible for:

Review applications for approval of equity and debt instruments and for the registration of Collective Investment Schemes.
Review prospectuses to ensure that the information to the public is accurate and complete and provides full disclosure of material facts Review applications for licensing... for market institutions and intermediaries.
Review applications for private transfers of securities.
Review notices, announcements and advertisements by market intermediaries and listed companies and make recommendations of the suitability for publication.
Liaise with the Market Supervision Department to carry out due diligence with regard to the appointment of proposed directors and key personnel of market intermediaries.
Update and maintain the Contact Details and Movement of Key Personnel Database on a regular basis.
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance or business-related.
Minimum of one year of relevant experience would be an added advantage

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings
Show initiative and meet all deadlines with high-quality work
Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork
Always dedicated to confidentiality. more

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Analysis and Reporting, the selected candidate will be responsible for;

Conducting analysis and examination of financial statements of listed companies prior to the listing of its securities at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE);
Reviewing prospectuses for potential or actual material accounting or financial reporting deficiencies to ensure investors are... provided with accurate information on which to base their investment decisions;
Assisting in conducting analysis of financial statements submitted in support of applications by fund Managers, Investment advisers, Stock Brokers, Authorized Depositories, Investment Banks, REIT Managers, Derivative brokers, clearing members, etc.;
Maintaining and updating databases relating to financial data, including submission of accounts, publication of financial statements, summaries of financial analysis;
Organizing meetings, engaging and responding to queries and correspondence from various internal and external parties on the licensing, IFRS, and other requirements;
Undertaking research on new developments in accounting, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and licensing practices to ensure application of lead practices in review of applications;
Performing any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business or a related field.
Professional qualifications like CPA, CFA or CIFA and one year of relevant experience would be added advantage

Key skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Display honesty, transparency, and integrity in all dealings.
Show initiative and meet all deadlines with high-quality work.
Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork.
Always dedicated to confidentiality. more