Consulting and StrategyContractorSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The Chief Executive Officer / Fund Administrator provides strategic leadership and policy direction in executing the mandate of the National Lottery Board (NLB). This includes mobilizing resources for good causes, regulating, supervising, and overseeing the operations of the National Lottery, and managing the National Lottery Fund through the retention, administration, allocation, and disbursement of proceeds. The CEO shall ensure that revenues generated are equitably distributed to support good causes across Kenya, in line with Kenya Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), in accordance with the National Lottery Act, 2023 (No. 20 of 2023).
Reference No.: NLB/CEO&FM/001
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day management and operations of NLB.
Administer the National Lottery Fund.
Serve as Accounting Officer of the NLB.
Provide strategic leadership to NLB staff and the Board.
Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with government organs, agencies, international organizations, the private sector, and key stakeholders.
Guide the development and implementation of policies and procedures that enhance NLB’s reputation and competitive advantage.
Advise the Cabinet Secretary on matters relating to the National Lottery.
Foster relationships with relevant Ministries, development partners, and stakeholders for the benefit of the NLB.
Ensure prudent management of NLB resources.
Ensure adherence to relevant national and international conventions and treaties.
Foster a conducive corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good governance in line with the Constitution of Kenya.
Coordinate the preparation of budgets and financial reports for consideration and approval by the Board.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, government policies, guidelines, and directives.
Provide strategic leadership to the National Lottery Board and the National Lottery Fund.
Requirements for Appointment
Pursuant to Section 12(2) of the National Lottery Act, 2023, a person shall be qualified for appointment if they:
Are a citizen of Kenya.
Hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
Have at least ten (10) years of experience in senior management in a public or a private institution.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
How to Apply
Application documents, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identification Card, and other relevant testimonials, should be submitted to:
The Chairperson National Lottery Board 25th Floor Old Mutual Towers, Hospital Road Upper Hill P.O. Box 30933 – 00100 NAIROBI
Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “APPLICATION FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER / FUND ADMINISTRATOR, REF NO. NLB/CEO&FM/001”.
Applications must be received on or before 24th August 2026 at 5:00 PM East African Time.
The National Lottery Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Female candidates and Persons Living with Disability (PLWDs) are encouraged to apply.
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