Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

We are entering a new chapter and we are looking for the leaders who will help write it. The Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair, transparent and merit-based recruitment process. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Recruitment decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence and organizational needs, without discrimination on any ground protected under the Constitution of Kenya or applicable law.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the head of the Secretariat and is responsible for providing strategic, operational and administrative leadership to the Society. Working under the direction of the National Executive Committee (NEC) and in accordance with the Constitution of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, the CEO shall provide executive leadership in implementing the Society's strategic priorities, supporting governance structures, strengthening institutional performance, advancing policy and advocacy initiatives, promoting member value, and ensuring effective stewardship of the Society's resources.

Responsibilities or duties

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Secretariat and ensure effective implementation of the Society's Strategic Plan, Annual Work Plans, policies and decisions of the National Executive Committee and National Governing Council.
• Serve as Secretary to the National Executive Committee and National Governing Council, ensuring effective coordination, implementation of resolutions and timely reporting.
• Lead the day-to-day management of the Society's Secretariat, ensuring operational excellence, accountability, professionalism and efficient service delivery.
• Develop and implement institutional systems for planning, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, including organisational work plans, staff performance objectives, KPIs, performance appraisals and reporting frameworks.
• Provide leadership in policy development, advocacy, research and stakeholder engagement in advancing the interests of the pharmacy profession and the objectives of the Society.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with Government, County Governments, Parliament, regulatory agencies, development partners, academia, healthcare institutions, private sector organisations, professional associations and international partners.
• Lead resource mobilisation initiatives including fundraising, grant management, strategic partnerships and sustainable income generation for the Society.
• Ensure sound financial management, prudent utilisation of resources and compliance with all statutory, regulatory and fiduciary obligations.
• Strengthen governance systems by supporting the NEC, NGC, Branches and Committees through timely information, implementation of resolutions, risk management and institutional accountability.
• Ensure effective corporate communication and maintain the Society's professional image among members, partners, Government and the public.
• Foster a high-performance organisational culture through effective leadership, mentorship, succession planning, staff development and talent management.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives aimed at improving member services, organisational efficiency and data-driven decision making.
• Promote compliance with the Society's Constitution, the National Executive Committee consistent with the Constitution and strategic objectives of the Society.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Key Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and executive management skills.
• Strong governance, accountability and institutional stewardship.
• Strategic thinking with demonstrated ability to translate strategy into measurable results.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership development skills.
• Strong policy analysis and advocacy experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and public speaking skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Sound judgment, discretion and ability to manage sensitive institutional matters.
• Strong financial, business and resource mobilization skills.
• Demonstrated organizational development and change management experience.
• Excellent people management, coaching and mentorship skills.
• Strong project management, planning and execution skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High emotional intelligence, resilience and adaptability.
• Digital literacy and proficiency in modern office productivity, collaboration and member management systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) or an equivalent pharmacy qualification recognized in Kenya.
• A postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Policy, Leadership, Public Health or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Progressive leadership experience, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive level.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing institutional operations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, organizational management and performance improvement.
• Proven experience in policy development, advocacy, stakeholder engagement and partnership management.
• Demonstrated experience in financial oversight, budgeting and resource mobilization.
• Membership in good standing with the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya.
• A valid practising licence from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

Desirable Attributes

Candidates demonstrating one or more of the following will have an added advantage:

• Demonstrated understanding of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya's Constitution, governance structures, strategic priorities and operational processes.
• Experience working within a professional membership organization, healthcare association, regulatory body, or similar institution.
• Experience supporting Boards, Councils or other governance structures.
• Experience leading organizational transformation and institutional strengthening initiatives.
• Experience in digital transformation and implementation of organizational information systems.
• Familiarity with Kenya's health policy, pharmaceutical sector, regulatory environment and key national health stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession and promoting excellence in pharmaceutical practice.
• Experience engaging regional or international organizations within the health sector.

Experience needed

• Progressive leadership experience, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive level.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing institutional operations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, organizational management and performance improvement.
• Proven experience in policy development, advocacy, stakeholder engagement and partnership management.
• Demonstrated experience in financial oversight, budgeting and resource mobilization.

Reporting Relationship

The Chief Executive Officer reports to the President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya.

Tenure of Office

The Chief Executive Officer shall be appointed on a three (3) year contract. Any renewal shall be subject to satisfactory performance, organizational needs, and approval by the National Executive Committee in accordance with the terms and conditions of employment of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya.

• Provide strategic leadership to the Secretariat and ensure effective implementation of the Society's Strategic Plan, Annual Work Plans, policies and decisions of the National Executive Committee and National Governing Council.
• Serve as Secretary to the National Executive Committee and National Governing Council, ensuring effective coordination, implementation of resolutions and timely reporting.
• Lead the day-to-day management of the Society's Secretariat, ensuring operational excellence, accountability, professionalism and efficient service delivery.
• Develop and implement institutional systems for planning, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, including organisational work plans, staff performance objectives, KPIs, performance appraisals and reporting frameworks.
• Provide leadership in policy development, advocacy, research and stakeholder engagement in advancing the interests of the pharmacy profession and the objectives of the Society.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with Government, County Governments, Parliament, regulatory agencies, development partners, academia, healthcare institutions, private sector organisations, professional associations and international partners.
• Lead resource mobilisation initiatives including fundraising, grant management, strategic partnerships and sustainable income generation for the Society.
• Ensure sound financial management, prudent utilisation of resources and compliance with all statutory, regulatory and fiduciary obligations.
• Strengthen governance systems by supporting the NEC, NGC, Branches and Committees through timely information, implementation of resolutions, risk management and institutional accountability.
• Ensure effective corporate communication and maintain the Society's professional image among members, partners, Government and the public.
• Foster a high-performance organisational culture through effective leadership, mentorship, succession planning, staff development and talent management.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives aimed at improving member services, organisational efficiency and data-driven decision making.
• Promote compliance with the Society's Constitution, the National Executive Committee consistent with the Constitution and strategic objectives of the Society.

• Exceptional leadership and executive management skills.
• Strong governance, accountability and institutional stewardship.
• Strategic thinking with demonstrated ability to translate strategy into measurable results.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership development skills.
• Strong policy analysis and advocacy experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and public speaking skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Sound judgment, discretion and ability to manage sensitive institutional matters.
• Strong financial, business and resource mobilization skills.
• Demonstrated organizational development and change management experience.
• Excellent people management, coaching and mentorship skills.
• Strong project management, planning and execution skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High emotional intelligence, resilience and adaptability.
• Digital literacy and proficiency in modern office productivity, collaboration and member management systems.

• A Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) or an equivalent pharmacy qualification recognized in Kenya.
• A postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Policy, Leadership, Public Health or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Progressive leadership experience, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive level.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing institutional operations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, organizational management and performance improvement.
• Proven experience in policy development, advocacy, stakeholder engagement and partnership management.
• Demonstrated experience in financial oversight, budgeting and resource mobilization.
• Membership in good standing with the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya.
• A valid practising licence from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.