About this role
Deputy Director - External Relations
Job Type: Full Time Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience
- Location: Nairobi
- Job Field: Project and Program Management
Education
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Academic - OTHER (Proficiency in computer applications; and )
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Academic - Bachelor’s degree in International Relations (Bachelor’s degree in International Relations)
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Academic - Bachelor’s degree in Diplomacy, (Bachelor’s degree in Diplomacy, )
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Academic - Bachelor’s degree in Social Science (Bachelor’s degree in Social Science )
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Academic - or equivalent discipline from a recognized institution (or equivalent discipline from a recognized institution)
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Academic - Master’s degree in International Relations (Master’s degree in International Relations)
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Academic - Master’s degree in Diplomacy, (Master’s degree in Diplomacy, )
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Academic - Master’s degree in Social Science (Master’s degree in Social Science )
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Academic - or equivalent discipline from a recognized institution (or equivalent discipline from a recognized institution)
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Professional - Valid Practicing Certificate where applicable; (Valid Practicing Certificate where applicable; )
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Membership - Membership of a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing; (Membership of a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing; )
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Job Responsibilities
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Coordinating the participation in regional and international forums for the implementation of policies and programs on AML/CFT/CPF;
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Spearheading the mapping of stakeholders in other countries with whom the Centre may establish relationships and collaborations for strategic positioning and resource mobilization;
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Spearheading the implementation of strategies for enhancing cooperation with relevant agencies, foreign financial intelligence units and similar bodies;
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Coordinating the compilation of reports and relevant documents for the Centre’s participation in international forums;
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Serve as a liaison for external enquiries and collaborations with foreign jurisdictions;
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Monitoring external developments AML/CFT/CPF standards and advise management;
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Manage creation and maintenance of a secure database of all external relations materials;
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Coordinating courtesy visits of partners and foreign Financial Intelligence Units;
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Coordinate preparation of departmental reports;
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Lead in the identification and mitigation of departmental risks;
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Guide and approve departmental work plans and programs to deliver on the Centre’s strategic objectives;
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Ensure prudent utilization of resources and assets assigned to the Department;
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Overseeing implementation of mentorship program for departmental staff;
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Conducting performance review for direct reports to ensure effective delivery of departmental objectives;
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Ensure safe and conducive work environment for the departmental staff; and,
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Spearheading the preparation of periodic management reports for the department and ensure timely submission.
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Application Closing Date: 2026-11-16