The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) has announced a vacancy for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Grade ADAK 1.
In a job vacancy notice dated June 10, ADAK noted that the successful candidate will serve in the position for a three-year term and is eligible for reappointment for a term.
Qualified candidates have been asked to submit the applications on or before the June 30 deadline.
“The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) invites applications from qualified candidates for the Chief Executive Officer, Grade ADAK 1 position,” the ADAK job notice read.
According to the Agency, the CEO will receive a salary ranging from KSh 260,000 to 460,000 per month.
ADAK Requirements for Appointment
Eligible candidates for the position must hold a postgraduate degree from a recognized institution.
Further, the Agency emphasizes that potential candidates must have at least five years of working experience in sports or administration.
In addition, candidates must possess the knowledge and experience in Anti-doping and meet all the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Candidates will also be expected to present original documents and certificates in accordance with the Employment Amendment Act No. 15 of 2022.
Among the required documents are those from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), a Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department, a Registered Credit Reference Bureau, and a certificate from Professional bodies.
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Application Process
Interested candidates may submit their applications via the online e-recruitment system on ADAK’s website.
During application, applicants must quote the vacancy and the vacancy number of the post they are applying for.
Additionally, applicants are expected to submit the application, a detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of professional and academic certificates.
Copies of the national identity card (ID0) or passport, relevant testimonials, and any supporting documents must be submitted with the application.
According to ADAK, candidates applying for the CEO positions will be expected to provide their email, telephone, and postal contacts for three references.
The job application should be addressed to the Board Chairman of the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya under the P.O Box 66458-00800.
People from the minority, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups and communities who meet the set requirements have been urged to apply for the position, with notification being made to the shortlisted candidates.
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ADAK leadership Change
Peninah Wahome is serving as the acting Chief Executive Officer of the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya.
Her appointment as the acting CEO followed the exit of the former CEO, Sarah Idieva Shibutse, who had been appointed in 2022 for a three-year term.
However, in 2024, ADAK’s board placed Sarah Shibutse on compulsory leave following allegations related to procurement and financial management irregularities.
Before she was appointed acting CEO, Peninah Wahome served as a Director of Standards and Compliance at ADAK.
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