# QMS & Risk Co-Ordination Manager Job Kenya Railways, Nairobi, Kenya Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/qms-risk-co-ordination-manager-job-kenya-railways-nairobi-kenya Company: Kenya Railways Nairobi, Kenya Category: Banking & Financial Services Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-08-25 Expires: 2026-10-09 ## Job Description ### Duties and Responsibilities - Provide leadership in formulation, implementation, monitoring, and review of Corporation risk management policy and framework and business continuity policy; - Oversee cross-functional efforts to enhance proactive Enterprise risk management, business continuity, and operational resilience across the Corporation; - Lead monitoring the maintenance of the strategic risk register, ensuring timely updates and execution of mitigation action plans; - Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of a Compliance Framework to meet internal and external regulatory obligations; - Lead other departments in management in identifying, analysing, and mitigating risks within their respective areas; - Guide formulation, review and adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS) and applicable standards for the Corporation’s products and services; - Coordinate quality assurance with departments to enhance the delivery of quality goods and services while ensuring regulatory compliance; - Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the division annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans in line with the Board’s performance targets and strategic plan; - Lead in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, business continuity and succession management; - Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs; - Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the division; - Oversee implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the division; - Oversee development, implementation and review of corruption prevention and mitigation strategies in the division; - Oversee implementation of a robust performance management system within the divisions through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract and the strategic plan; - Provide leadership in the division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the departmental staff to ensure an effective and motivated team; - Provide oversight of all activities of the Division and manage the day-to-day operations for a smooth functioning and efficiency of the Division; - Coordinate sensitization programs in collaboration with the Quality Management Representative to promote awareness of customer requirements and compliance standards; - Undertake open risk-related issues, collaborates with leadership to ensure closure of action plans, and oversees third-party risk management engagements; - Conduct risk assessments, rating and ranking of compliance risks, and integrating mitigation activities into strategic decision-making; - Spearhead the preparation and submission of periodic reports in the Division; - Implement Board resolutions and audit recommendations within the Division; - Provide regular, thorough, and prompt communication to the Division’s staff on key technical, financial, and administrative matters; - Appraise the direct reports. Requirements of the Position - Master’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. - Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. - Any of the following professional qualifications: CPA (K), ACCA, CRA CMA CIA, CRMA, CFE, Certified in Risk Information and Control (CRISC) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. - Membership of relevant professional body and in good standing - A Minimum of Ten (10) year’s relevant work experience, five (5) of which must be in managerial role in the Public Service or Private Sector. - A management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage. Skills and Competences - Research skills - problem-solving skills - Financial Management skills - Leadership, planning and Supervisory skills - Strong written and oral communication skills - Report writing skills - Management skills - Research paper writing and presentation skills - Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills - Negotiation and counseling skills - Stakeholder management skills - Conceptual skills - Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. ### How to Apply Click here to apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.