KETRA Departments

The Department ensures that KETRA adopts and implements effective strategies to fulfill its mandate as prescribed in Sections 5 and 10 of the Kenya Trade Remedies Act. It is also responsible for developing and implementing policies and strategies related to:

• Corporate Planning
• Corporate Performance Management
• Quality Management
• Resource Centre
• Knowledge Management
• Corporate Research & Innovation
• Corporate Risk Management Coordination

Its functions include:

• Coordinating the development, review, and implementation of policies, procedures, strategies, and programs for Corporate Planning, Corporate Performance Management, Quality Management, Knowledge Management, Corporate Research & Innovation, and Resource Mobilization and Partnerships.
• Coordinating the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of KETRA's strategic plan and annual work plans.
• Coordinating the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of KETRA's performance contract.
• Coordinating the implementation and maintenance of KETRA's Quality Management System in line with applicable standards.
• Coordinating KETRA's risk management function.
• Developing inter-agency relationships to facilitate the achievement of KETRA's mandate.
• Developing KETRA's research agenda in coordination with other departments and stakeholders.
• Managing knowledge and serving as a repository for sector data and statistics.
• Publishing and disseminating research papers and statistical reports to the industry.
• Developing policy proposals that support KETRA's innovation and growth.
• Collaborating with international, regional, and national organizations on best practices for promoting sector growth.
• Coordinating the preparation of periodic corporate performance reports.
• Coordinating process performance analysis and business process review in relation to the quality management system.
• Coordinating corporate research and innovation in line with relevant guidelines.
• Coordinating the dissemination of research findings and maintaining a repository of research papers.
• Developing and implementing the departmental annual work plan, procurement plan, and budget.

The directorate is anchored under Section 73 of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act of 2012, Regulation 160 of the PFM (National Government) Regulations of 2015, and the Mwongozo Code of Governance for State Corporations.

It is responsible for evaluating KETRA's internal control, risk management, and governance processes, offering independent assurance and advice to the Board and management.

Its functions include:

• Developing, reviewing, and implementing internal audit policies, strategies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines.
• Providing assurance and advisory services on governance, risk mitigation, and management processes, along with recommendations for improvement.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of the Agency's (KETRA) risk management processes and recommending improvements.
• Assisting the Agency in maintaining effective controls by evaluating their effectiveness and efficiency, and promoting continuous improvement.
• Assuring compliance with accounting standards and making appropriate recommendations.
• Facilitating the development and implementation of an Internal Audit Charter.
• Providing secretariat services to the Audit & Risk Management Committee of the Board.
• Developing, implementing, and reporting on the progress of an Audit Work Plan.
• Providing advisory/consulting services as required by the Board and Management.
• Facilitating the external audit process and implementing corrective actions/measures.
• Monitoring and reporting on performance progress and risk mitigation activities within the Unit.
• Conducting risk-based, value-for-money systems audits aimed at strengthening internal controls, and compiling and issuing internal audit reports.
• Reviewing and evaluating budgetary performance, financial management, transparency, and accountability mechanisms and processes related to KETRA's finances and assets.
• Evaluating the adequacy and reliability of information available to management for decision-making regarding KETRA and its operations.
• Conducting special/ad hoc audits requested by the Board or management.
• Monitoring the implementation of recommendations provided by the external auditor.
• Developing and implementing the departmental annual work plan, procurement plan, and budget.

The Directorate provides strategic direction in finance, accounting, human resource management, information technology, and corporate communication.

Its functions include:

• Developing, reviewing, and implementing policies, plans, and strategies across these areas.
• Ensuring financial prudence and discipline through sound accounting practices, treasury management, and budgetary controls, all in compliance with existing laws and government policies.
• Preparing financial statements and statutory returns.
• Coordinating staff performance management, training, and development.
• Managing KETRA's rewards and sanctions policy.
• Ensuring the prudent management of KETRA's assets.
• Managing KETRA's ICT infrastructure and systems, and promoting the use of ICT throughout the organization.
• Developing, reviewing, and implementing KETRA's branding, publicity, and advertising programs.
• Developing and implementing the Directorate's annual work plan, procurement plan, and budget.