To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
Leadership by Design- Practical Tips for New Managers and Supervisors
Date: 8th December 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Delivery Mode: Virtual
Overview
Leadership by design is the deliberate practice of shaping your leadership approach with intention rather than allowing it to emerge reactively from daily pressures. For new managers, this means treating leadership as a craft you actively engineer—defining your values, systems, and behaviours upfront. Leaders start by conducting a personal audit: reflect on your strengths, past experiences, and the kind of leader you want to become. This foundational clarity prevents you from defaulting to old habits or mimicking ineffective bosses, creating a consistent leadership identity from day one.
One practical tip is to design clear structures for goal setting and accountability. New managers often struggle with ambiguity, so implement weekly one-on-ones and quarterly engagements tailored to your team. Use simple templates to align individual tasks with broader team objectives and make progress visible through shared dashboards or boards. By designing these rhythms early, you foster predictability and momentum. This system not only drives results but also signals to your team that leadership is thoughtful and organized, building trust faster than sporadic check-ins ever could.
Effective leadership by design prioritizes empowering others over micromanaging. Delegate meaningful responsibilities by mapping team members’ strengths and growth areas, then create “ownership charters” that outline decision rights and success metrics for each role. Schedule regular calibration meetings to review what’s working without hovering. This approach frees you to focus on strategic work while developing your people. New managers who design delegation frameworks report higher team engagement and fewer bottlenecks, turning potential chaos into scalable performance.
Communication is another area ripe for intentional design. Establish a feedback culture through structured engagements while granting room for feedback on self. Design your availability—such as office hours or response-time SLAs—to model balance and accessibility. New managers should also practice radical candour in private while celebrating wins publicly. These designed touchpoints reduce misunderstandings and create psychological safety, essential for high-performing teams.
Finally, build adaptability into your leadership system through continuous learning loops. Set aside time each month for personal reflection, peer mentoring, or skill-building courses amongst other avenues. Treat failures as design experiments: analyse what broke, iterate on your approach, and document lessons. For new managers, this meta-habit prevents stagnation and demonstrates humility. Leadership by design is never static—it evolves with evidence, ensuring you grow alongside your team while delivering sustainable results.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This webinar will be useful for new managers and supervisors from all professions who aim to enhance their individual and team leadership skills.
 CPD Units:
Members who attend the webinar in full will earn 2 Structured CPD Units.
Financial Commitment:
The Webinar charges are Kshs. 1,000. Charges will cater for online video access fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority (formerly Department of Industrial Training -DIT). The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke ).
For more information or enquiries please call 0719074100 or email to marketing@icpak.com.
To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
