KCPSB 2 Vacancies Oct 2013.pdf

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REPUBLIC OF KENYA

KISII COUNTY GOVERNMENT COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

VACANCIES

The Kisii County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons

to fill the following vacant positions as per SECTIONS 45, 50, 51, 58 and 63 of the County

Government Act 2012.

1. DIRECTORS OF DIVISIONS IN RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS: (2 POSTS)

Ref: KCPSB/2013/012

The posts will be one for each of the following divisions:

a) Roads and Transport

b) Urban Development and Physical Planning

TERMS: Permanent and Pensionable/Contract

The Director will be answerable to the Chief Officer in the relevant department and will be

responsible for the following tasks:

a) Development, implementation and evaluation of the relevant division strategic plans,

programs and projects in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders.

b) Planning and supervision of the relevant division’s programs and activities.

c) Organization, direction, control and the co-ordination of the tasks of the division.

d) Interpreting and applying national and county laws and other related statutes in the relevant

division in line with the county goals and objectives.

e) Developing appropriate county departmental policies, legal and institutional frameworks for

the implementation of the mandate of the division.

f) Handling administrative, human resource and asset management issues.

g) Oversee preparation of annual work plans and financial budgets.

h) Ensuring strict compliance with all financial, budgetary and procurement procedures.

i) Co-ordination of production, documentation and dissemination of the relevant division’s

information.

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j) Provide advice and guidance in recruiting, hiring and staff development.

k) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Officer.

Requirements for appointment

a) Be a Kenyan Citizen.

b) Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya in the

relevant field.

c) A Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in the public

service or the private sector.

e) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in

work performance and results.

f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

g) Be conversant with policy formulation and implementation.

h) Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.

i) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

j) Be computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: KShs. 109, 089 – 144, 928 p.m.

House allowance: KShs. 40,000 p.m.

Other allowances: KShs. 16,000 p.m.

2. DEPUTY DIRECTORS OF DIVISIONS IN RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS.

(3 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/013

The posts will be one for each of the following divisions:

a) Roads and Transport

b) Public Works

c) Urban Development and Physical Planning

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TERMS: Permanent and pensionable/Contract.

Reporting to the Director, the Deputy Director will be answerable to the respective for the

following tasks:

a) Development, implementation and evaluation of the relevant division strategic plan,

programs and projects in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders.

b) Planning and supervision of the relevant division’s programs and activities.

c) Organization, direction, control and the co-ordination of the tasks of the division.

d) Interpreting and applying national and county laws and other related statutes in the

relevant division in line with the county goals and objectives.

e) Developing appropriate county departmental policies, legal and institutional

frameworks for the implementation of the mandate of the division.

f) Handling administrative, human resource and asset management issues.

g) Oversee preparation of annual work plans and financial budgets.

h) Ensuring strict compliance with all financial, budgetary and procurement procedures.

i) Co-ordination of production, documentation and dissemination of the relevant

division’s information.

j) Provide advice and guidance in recruiting, hiring and staff development.

k) Any other duty as may be assigned by the Director.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya in the

relevant field.

c) A Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in Public

Service or the Private Sector.

e) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in

work performance and results.

f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development

objectives and Vision 2030.

g) Be conversant with policy formulation and implementation.


i) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on

leadership and integrity.


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Remuneration

Basic salary: KShs. 89,748 – 120,270 p.m.



3. CIVIL ENGINEER I/II/III (3 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/014

TERMS: Permanent and pensionable.

Reporting to the Deputy Director, Roads and Transport, the Civil Engineers will be responsible

for the following tasks:

Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Preliminary road design.

b) Supervision of road construction.

c) Rehabilitation and maintenance of all classified and unclassified roads in Kisii County.

d) Any other duty as may be assigned by Deputy Director, Roads and Transport.


1. Be a Kenyan citizen

2. A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from an institution recognized

in Kenya;

3. Be registered with the Engineering Registration Board;

4. Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than three (3) years in public service

or the private sector.

5. Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Remuneration

Engineer I:

Basic salary: KShs. 77,527 – 103, 894 p.m.



Engineer II:




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Engineer III:




4. DEPUTY HEAD OF ACCOUNTING SERVICES: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/015

TERMS: Permanent and Pensionable.

Reporting to the County Head of Accounting Services, the Deputy Head of Accounting Service

will be responsible for the following tasks:

Duties and responsibilities

a) Assisting in the administration of the accounting service in the County.

b) Assisting the Head of Accounting Unit to provide advisory services to the Chief Officer,

Finance and Planning and other stakeholders on all financial and accounting matters in

the county.

c) Preparation of management and statutory reports including final accounts.

d) Assisting in the development of supplementary financial regulations and procedures to

enhance internal controls as established through normal Treasury regulations and

procedures.

e) Setting targets for the accounting staff and evaluating achievements.

f) Authorization of payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits.

g) Supervision, training, development and deployment of staff in the accounting unit.

h) Any other duty as may be assigned by the County Head of Accounting Services.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration,

Economics or its approved equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or its

equivalent from a recognized university in Kenya will be an added advantage.

d) Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination or its recognized

equivalent.

e) Have a relevant knowledge and experience of not less than three (3) years in public


f) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work

performance and results.

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g) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives and

Vision 2030.



and integrity.


Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs. 77,527 – 103,894 p.m.

House allowance: Kshs. 40, 000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs. 12, 000 p.m.

5. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (3 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/016


Reporting to the Deputy Head of Accounting services, the Senior Accountant will be responsible


Duties and Responsibilities

a) Timely and accurate preparation of quality management reports that fall under his/her

section (s).

b) Work at this level will also include planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of

control.

c) Training and development of staff under him/her and setting targets for the section (s).

d) The officer may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to

accounting services.

e) He/she may be assigned responsibilities to authorize payments and sign cheques subject

to set limits.

f) He/she will certify and verify returns, documents, and vouchers.

g) Collection of revenue including inspection and responsibility for Government assets,

records and custody of accounting documents under his/her section(s).

h) Any other duty as may be assigned by the Deputy Head of Accounting Services.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

(i) Served in the grade of Accountant I, or in a comparable and relevant position in the

public service for a minimum period of three (3)years; and

(ii) A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or Business

Administration (Accounting option) from an institution recognized in Kenya or any

other relevant qualification adjudged to be its equivalent from an approved institution

and have passed Part II of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examinations or its

approved equivalent.

(iii) Certificate in computer applications will be an added advantage.

(iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Remuneration




6. ACCOUNTANT I/II (3 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/017


Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the Accountants will be responsible for the following tasks:


a) Verification of vouchers.

b) Data capture.

c) Maintenance of primary records such as cash books, ledgers, vote books and registers.

d) Preparation of simple management reports.

e) Analyze below the line accounts.

f) Posting payments and receipt vouchers in the cash books.

g) Arranging for withdrawal of cash for office use and ensuring safety at all times.

h) Preparation of expenditure and Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE).

i) Any other duties that may be assigned by the Senior Accountant.

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a) Be a Kenyan citizen

b) Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and

passed Part II of CPA examination OR passed Part III of CPA Kenya Examination or its

approved equivalent qualification.

Remuneration

Accountant I




Accountant II


House allowance: Kshs. 8,000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs. 4,000 p.m.

7. PRINCIPAL BUDGET OFFICER: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/018


Reporting to the Chief Officer, Treasury and Economic Planning, the Principal Budget Officer



a) Consolidating and prioritizing areas for allocation of public resources for the county.

b) Consolidating and rationalizing budget proposals from all departments.

c) Identifying programs at the county level, by consolidating programs at the sub-county

levels for inclusion in the project based budget.

d) Preparing guidelines on the budget process to be followed by all County Government

entities.

e) Preparing and submitting the County Fiscal Strategy Paper in line with national

objectives in the Budget Policy Strategy to the Chief Officer.

f) Preparing and submitting the County Budget Review Outlook Paper to the Chief Officer.

g) Preparing relevant bills for submission to the County Executive, Finance and planning.

h) Dealing with issues pertaining to Expenditure, Monitoring and Control.

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i) Advising the County Treasury on budget management and assessing the risks involved in

new and existing budget policies.

j) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Officer, Treasury and Economic

Planning.


a) Be a Kenyan citizen.

b) Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administrative or

Economics from a university recognized in Kenya, or CPA (K) or its equivalent

qualifications.

c) A Master’s degree in the relevant area will be an added advantage.

d) Be able to demonstrate familiarity with public financial management, budgeting and

accounting systems.

e) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in public service

or private sector.

f) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

g) Be computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.89, 748 – 120,270 p.m.

House allowance: Kshs.40, 000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs.16, 000 p.m.

8. COUNTY HEAD OF REVENUE: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/019

TERMS: Permanent and pensionable

Reporting to the Chief Officer, Treasury and Economic Planning, the County Head of Revenue



a) Responsible for the day-to-day running of the County Revenue Collection Division.

b) Implementation of county policies and regulations on revenue collection.

c) Development and implementation of plans to operationalize county revenue to

enhance efficient revenue collection and growth.

d) Design effective, efficient and secure systems of collecting revenue.

e) Maintain records of all the revenue sources/centers, rates and revenues collected.

f) Project regular revenue trends for planning and decision making in the county.

g) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Officer, Treasury and Economic

Planning.

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b) Have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or any

other relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya.


d) Holder of CPA (K) or equivalent qualifications.

e) Be able to demonstrate familiarity with modern public financial management,

revenue and accounting systems.

f) Be conversant with various financial management computer packages.

g) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development


h) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in the public


i) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

Remuneration


House allowance Kshs.40, 000 p.m.


9. DEPUTY COUNTY HEAD OF REVENUE: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/020


Reporting to the County Head of Revenue, the Deputy County Head of Revenue will be



a) Responsible for the day-to-day running of the County Revenue Collection Division.


c) Development and implementation of plans to operationalize county revenue to enhance

efficient revenue collection and growth.




g) Any other duty as may be assigned by the County Head of Revenue.



b) Have a Bachelor’s degree either in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or any


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d) Holder of CPA (K) or equivalent qualifications.

e) Be able to demonstrate familiarity with modern public financial management, revenue

and accounting systems.


g) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

h) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than four (4) years in the Public

Service or the Private Sector.


and integrity.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.77, 527 – 103, 894 p.m.

House allowance Kshs.40, 000 p.m.


10. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (REVENUE): (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/021


Reporting to the Deputy Head of Revenue, the Senior Accountant (Revenue) will be responsible



a) Day-to-day running of the County Revenue Collection Division.


c) Implementation of plans to operationalize county revenue to enhance efficient revenue

collection and growth.




g) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Head of Revenue.



b) Have a Bachelor’s degree either in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or any



d) Passed Part III of CPA (K) or its equivalent qualifications.

e) Be able to demonstrate familiarity with modern public financial management, revenue

and accounting systems.


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g) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

h) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than four (4) years in the public



and integrity.

Remuneration


House allowance:Kshs. 24,000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs. 8,000 p.m.

11. DIRECTOR, STRATEGY, DELIVERY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT:

(1POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/022


Reporting to the County Secretary, the Director, Strategy, Delivery and Project Management

Unit will be responsible for the following tasks:


a) Provide direction on socio-economic planning and production of statistical data in the

County.

b) Undertake systems audits and make recommendations for addressing organizational and

systematic challenges that impede performance of County institutions.

c) Monitor the extent to which completed development projects are meeting their stated

objectives, assess their sustainability and make the necessary recommendations.

d) Oversee and report progress on delivery of the County Priorities to the Governor.

e) Ensure that appropriate accountability and performance management mechanisms are in

place to underpin successful implementation.

f) Any other duties as may be assigned by the County Secretary.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree either in Finance, Planning and Economics or its

approved equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in a relevant field or its approved equivalent from a recognized

university in Kenya will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in public service


e) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work


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f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives and

Vision 2030.

g) Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.

h) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

i) Be computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.109, 089 – 144, 928 p.m.

House allowance: Ksh.40, 000 p.m.

Other allowances Ksh.16, 000 p.m.

12. DEPUTY DIRECTOR, STRATEGY, DELIVERY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

UNIT (1POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/023


Reporting to the Director, Strategy, Delivery and Project Management, the Deputy Director,

Strategy, Delivery and Project Management will be responsible for the following tasks.


a) Undertake Value for Money and Performance Audits.

b) Monitor collection of and review current procedures and practices for collecting

Government revenue and suggest more efficient ways of maximizing collection.

c) Identify capacity gaps which inhibit delivery of priorities and refer them to the

appropriate responsible unit of County Government.

d) Undertake routine efficient audits to ensure effective and efficient results are

achieved

e) Coordination and formulation of county development strategies, policies and

programs.

f) Supervision, training, development and deployment of staff in the Strategy, Delivery

and Project Management Unit.

g) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director, Strategy, Delivery and Project

Management Unit.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree either in Finance, Planning and Economics or

its approved equivalent from a universityrecognized in Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.

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d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in public


e) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected

in work performance and results.




h) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on



Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.89, 748– 120, 270 p.m.


Other allowances: Ksh.16, 000 p.m.

13. PRINCIPAL ECONOMIST: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/024

Reporting to the Deputy Director, Strategy, Delivery and Project Management, the Principal

Economist will be responsible for the following tasks:


a) Providing advice to help facilitate economic and market analysis.

b) Contributing to the development, organizational integration and implementation of

strategic plans.

c) Identifying and consistently applying the economic frameworks to a range of regulation.

d) Give expertise advice on economic issues affecting the County.

e) Leading on the design and production of reports.

f) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director, Strategy, Delivery and

Project Management.



b) Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree in economics from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) Have at least four(4) years of working experience in the public or private sector.

d) Ability to apply economic principles.

e) Technical skills in microeconomics.

f) Ability to engage with relevant experts.

g) Ability to apply financial modeling skills to analyze complex economic issues.

h) Excellent oral and written communication skills.

i) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

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j) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

k) Ability to establish networks and create opportunities for engagement and involvement.

l) Be computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.77,527 – 103,894 p.m.



14. SENIOR ECONOMIST: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/025


Reporting to the Principal Economist, the Senior Economist will be responsible for the following

tasks:


a) Provide economic technical expertise to the County.

b) Provide advice and support to the County on the quality of economic analysis,

methodologies and framework on key issues.

c) Identify ways to uplift the overall capability of the County to economic development.

d) Preparation of county economic plans.

e) Monitoring and evaluation of economic policies and programs of the county.

f) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Principal Economist.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree in Economics from a universityrecognized in

Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in economics will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than three (3) years in public


e) Demonstrate a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected

in work performance and results.




h) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on



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Remuneration




15. ECONOMIST/STATISTICIAN: (2 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/026


Reporting to the Senior Economist, the Economist/Statistician will be responsible for the

following tasks:


a) Provide analysis of economic information and give recommendations to the County.

b) Support the County in developing and recording relevant statistics to assist in decision

making.

c) Research, gather and evaluate statistical data needed for various analyses.

d) Set up and/or manage a data information system for purposes of economic evaluation.

e) Seek consistency and synergies with other databases that may be developed by the

County/National Governments.

f) Identify ways to uplift the overall statistical capability of the County to consistently

provide high quality data in the relevant fields.

g) Preparation of county economic statistics.

h) Monitoring and evaluation of economic policies and programs.

i) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Economist.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree in economics/statistics from a university recognized

in Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in economics or statistics will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than three (3) years in Public Service

or the Private sector.



f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives

and Vision 2030.



and integrity.


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Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.31, 020– 41,590 p.m.

House allowance: Ksh. 10, 000 p.m.

Other allowances: Ksh. 5, 000 p.m.

16. SOCIOLOGIST/ANTHROPOLOGIST: (2 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/027


Reporting to the Deputy Director, Strategy, Delivery and Project Management, the

Sociologist/Anthropologist will be responsible for the following tasks:


a) Analyze and interpret data in order to increase the understanding of social behavior in the

County.

b) Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as

crime, group relations, poverty and aging.

c) Collect data about the attitudes, values and behaviors of people in groups, using

observation, interviews, and review of documents.

d) Characterize and compare the economic, demographic, health care, social, political,

linguistic, and religious institutions of distinct cultural groups, communities and

organizations within the County.

e) Develop intervention procedures, utilizing techniques such as individual and focus group

interviews, consultations, and participant observation of social interaction.

f) Conduct participatory action research in communities and organizationsto assess how

work is done, and to design work systems, technologies, and environments.

g) Formulate general rules that describe and predict the development and behavior of

cultures and social institutions.

h) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director, Strategy, Delivery and

Project Management.



b) Be a holder of at least a first degree in sociology/anthropology from a

universityrecognized in Kenya.

c) A Master’s Degree in either sociology or anthropology will be an added advantage.

d) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than three (3) years in public service




f) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

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and integrity.


Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs. 31, 020 – 41,590 p.m.

House allowance: Ksh. 10, 000 p.m.

Other allowances: Ksh. 5, 000 p.m.

17. DIRECTOR, ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE: (1 POST)

Ref: KCPSB/2013/028

TERMS: Permanent and Pensionable

Reporting to the County Secretary, the Director, Enforcement and Compliance will be



a) Identify all areas where enforcement services are required.

b) Enforce all County laws as directed by the Chief Officer.

c) Promotion of national values, principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and

232 of the Constitution of Kenya.

d) In charge of all Municipal, Town and Market enforcement services.

e) Any other duties as may be assigned by the County Secretary.



b) Have a first degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) Relevant working experience of not less than seven (7) years in the public service or in

the private sector.

d) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives and

Vision 2030.

e) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

f) Be computer Literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.10 9,089– 144,928 p.m.



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18. DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE (2 POSTS)

Ref: KCPSB/2013/029

TERMS: Permanent and Pensionable

Reporting to the Director, Enforcement and Compliance, the Deputy Director, Enforcement and

Compliance will be in charge of assisting the Director, Enforcement and Compliance either in

a) Kisii Town or,

b) Other Municipal, Town and Market areas of the County


a) Identify all areas where enforcement services are required.

b) Enforce all County laws as directed by the County Head Legal Services.

c) Promotion of national values, principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and


d) Any other duty as may be assigned by the Director, Enforcement and Compliance.



b) Have a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) Relevant working experience of not less than five (5) years in the public service or in the

private sector.


Vision 2030.

e) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

f) Be computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs.89, 748– 120,270 p.m.



19. DEPUTY DIRECTOR INTERNAL AUDIT: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/030


Reporting to the Director Internal Audit, the Deputy Director Internal Audit will be responsible


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a) Efficient management of internal audit services in the county.

b) Planning, coordinating and controlling Internal audit services.

c) Playing a key role in maintaining a strong control and supporting initiatives that improve

performance.

d) Undertaking capacity building for staff at the county level.

e) Establishing the risk based audit plans consistent with county objectives.

f) Developing leading capabilities in terms of resources, methodology and technology and

communicating plans for engagement and resource requirement for internal audit tasks.

g) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director Internal Audit.



b) Be a holder of a first degree either inFinance, Accounting, and Business Administration,

Commerce or an equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya or be a

holder of CPA(K) or its equivalent.

c) Have a relevant working experience of not less than five (5) years.


Vision 2030.

e) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership

and integrity.

f) Be computer literate.

Remuneration




20. DIRECTOR DEVOLVED UNITS: (I POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/031


Reporting to the Chief Officer, Administration, Corporate Services and Stakeholder

Management, the Director Devolved Units will be responsible for the followings tasks:


a) Coordinate and manage projects and programs within the county devolved units.

b) Coordination and implementation of policies and plans within devolved units.

c) Monitoring and reporting of devolved activities in the County.

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d) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Officer, Administration, Corporate

Services and Stakeholder Management.



b) Bea holder of at least a relevant first degree from a university recognized in Kenya.

c) A Masters degree will be added advantage.

d) Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than seven (7) years

in a relevant field.

e) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

f) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on

Leadership and integrity.

g) Those with proven leadership and management skills will have a distinct advantage.

Remuneration




21. DEPUTY DIRECTOR DEVOLVED UNITS: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/032


Responsible to the Director Devolved Units, the Deputy Director will assist the Director in

performing the following tasks:


a) Operation and administration of devolved units.

b) Coordinate and manage projects and programs within the county devolved units.

c) Coordination and implementation of policies and plans within devolved units.

d) Monitoring and reporting of devolved activities in the County.

e) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director Devolved Units.



b) Have at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya, in the specific

portfolio applied for.

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c) A Masters degree will be added advantage.

d) Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than five (5) years in

the specific portfolio applied for.

e) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

f) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on


g) Those with proven leadership and management skills will have a distinct advantage.

Remuneration




22. DEPUTY DIRECTOR ICT: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/033


Reporting to the Director ICT, the Deputy Director will be responsible for the following tasks:


a) Providing ICT services to the County Government.

b) Formulating operational policies and guidelines on the utilization of ICT resources.

c) Overseeing the development, design and implementation of new applications and

changes to existing computer systems and software packages.

d) Responsible for ordering, acquisition, inventory and disposition of hardware and

software.

e) Maintaining security and privacy of the information systems, communication lines

and equipment.

f) Maintaining integrity and continual operation of ICT Network including the wireless

network.

g) System analysis and design, developing and implementing computerized information

management system in the county.

h) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director ICT.


a) Be a Kenyan citizen

b) Be a holder of first degree in Computer Science, ICT or electronic/computer

engineering or an equivalent qualification in a related field from a university

recognized in Kenya.

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c) Be able to make changes to existing computer systems and software packages and

equipment, and attend to the network management system in the County.

d) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, county development objectives

and Vision 2030.

e) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on


f) Relevant working experience of not less than five (5) years in the field of ICT.

Remuneration




23. WEB DEVELOPER: (1POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/034


Reporting to the Deputy Director ICT, the Web Developer will be responsible for the following

tasks:


a) Design, create, and manage Kisii County Government web sites and intranet.

b) Install, configure and administer web servers and ensure high availability.

c) Guide various departments on content generation and perform daily website updates.

d) Reply to user comments and examine traffic through the site.

e) Assist in development of online applications for e-service delivery and public

participation.

f) Assist in integration of the website with other applications that require web interface.

g) Review statistics, monitor analytics and optimize website for search engines.

h) Constantly perform site reviews to plan and recommend future changes to the website.

i) Perform site promotion through various means

j) Ensure secure and reliable web and email hosting with optimum capacity.

k) Draw and implement efficient and reliable website backup and recovery plans.

l) Assist in drafting of web standards and policies.

m) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director, ICT.


a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ IT or a related field from a university recognized

in Kenya or Diploma in Computer Science/IT, Web development or a related field from a

training institution recognized in Kenya with 3 years minimum experience.

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b) Knowledge of major web content management systems with thorough understanding and

experience with Joomla 3.x and Word-Press.

c) Two year minimum experience with web development tools; HTML, XHTML, PHP,

JSP, MySQL, MSSQL and Adobe Creative Suite with ability to rapidly learn and master

diverse web technologies.

d) Expertise in graphic design and multimedia editing.

e) Knowledge of Google Analytics and other web statistics tools.

f) Good understanding of web servers including Apache HTTP Server and IIS.

g) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

Remuneration




24. SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR: (1POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/035


Reporting to the Deputy Director ICT, the Systems Administrator will be responsible for the

following tasks:


a) Install, configure manage and support ICT systems.

b) Design, implement and manage data center servers and running applications.

c) Draw and implement system backup plans and recovery procedures.

d) Design and configure computer domain and manage active directory users and resources.

e) Perform daily system monitoring and support to ensure maximum availability.

f) Perform system reviews and recommend new technologies for implementation.

g) Plan, coordinate, and implement system security measures

h) Install, configure and administer mail server and email accounts.

i) Assist in development of online applications for e-service delivery.

j) Assist in developing and enforcing system standards, policies and specifications.

k) Develop and maintain inventory of all ICT equipment and software.

l) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director ICT.

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a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Technology,

Information Systems or equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya.

b) Proficiency with Linux and Windows active directory configuration and management.

c) Understanding and experience with server virtualization, remote administration and

network technologies.

d) Professional course in system administration is a must (MCSE, MCSA, MCITP or

equivalent).

e) Minimum of three years relevant experience in a busy organization.

f) Good administration, organization and analytical skills.


and integrity.

Remuneration


House allowance: Ksh.24,000 p.m.


25. NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR: (1POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/036


Reporting to the Deputy Director ICT, the Network Administrator will be responsible for the

following tasks:


a) Design, and set up county-wide network and communication infrastructure

b) Install, configure and support network, internet and telecommunication equipment

including servers, routers, switches, gateways, IP PABX, fiber equipment.

c) Monitor and analyze network performance across LANs, WANs, WLAN, internet and

intranet to ensure stable and efficient performance.

d) Monitor system capacity, plan and implement any improvement, modification, or

replacement of network infrastructure components.

e) Configure network access control and routing protocols.

f) Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures.

g) Troubleshoot and correct network connection problems.

h) Create and manage users, groups and access security.

i) Assist in developing network standards, policies and equipment specifications.

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j) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director ICT.


a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Networks or a related field from a

university recognized in Kenya.

b) Must have attained a certification in networking course (CCNA, CCNP, CCVP, SCNS,

SCNP, MCITP or equivalent).

c) Three years minimum relevant networking experience with preference to CISCO

networking.

d) Thorough understanding and experience in managing Linux and Windows server

operating systems is mandatory.

e) Expertise in network design, routing, protocols, switch management, VOIP, fibre

networking technologies and security.

f) Good administration, organization and analytical skills.


and integrity.

Remuneration


House allowance: Ksh.24,000 p.m.


26. ICT OFFICER: (2 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/037


Reporting to the Systems Administrator, the ICT Officer will be responsible for the following

tasks:


a) Performing system analysis and suggest recommendations in liaison with user.

b) Performing basic technical support for both hardware and software

c) Drawing and maintaining ICT equipment inventory.

d) Ensuring adherence to established ICT standards and policies.

e) Logging of ICT problems.

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f) Performing system installation, configuration and renew software licenses.

g) Recommending and supervising hardware/software specification for information

communication technology equipment

h) Repairs and maintenance of information communication technology equipment and

associated peripherals

i) Drawing scheduling preventive maintenance of ICT infrastructure.

j) Troubleshooting of general ICT problems at the user level.

k) Any other duties as may be assigned by the Systems Administrator.


a) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent from a

University recognized in Kenya.

b) A post graduate diploma in Computer Science, Hardware, Network Administration,

maintenance of software support is an added advanced.

c) Minimum of three years relevant experience.

d) Good administration, organization and analytical skills.

e) Ability to multi-task, motivate and lead others.

f) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership

and integrity.

Remuneration




27. DIASPORA LIAISON OFFICER: (1 POST) Ref: KCPSB/2013/038


Reporting to the County Secretary, the Officer will be responsible for diaspora liaison and

protocol services in the Governor’s office. Kisii County has one of the largest Diaspora

communities in Kenya with remittances running into billions of shillings annually.


a) Handling all aspects of visits, conferences, tours and social tasks initiated with the

Diaspora.

b) Establishing and facilitating communication between different international groups,

organizations and governments interested in investing in Kisii County.

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c) Developing partnerships with the diaspora community and professional organizations.

d) Developing marketing strategies of Kisii County and its products for the diaspora

audience.

e) Articulating the diaspora policy of the Kisii County Government to the diaspora

community on any given circumstance or issue that affects them.

f) Developing a diaspora engagement and communication strategy

g) Liaising with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Missions in organizing for

external trips for County Government officials and foreign visitors.

h) Assisting the County in identifying problems and challenges that the Diaspora

community may be facing where Government interventions may be required.

i) Any other duties as may be assigned by the County Secretary.


a) Be a Kenyan.

b) Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines; Mass

Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communications,

Communication Studies or any other relevant qualification from a university recognized

in Kenya.

c) Working experience of not less than five (5) years in the Public Service or the Private

sector.

d) Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County development objectives

and Vision 2030.

e) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership

and integrity.

f) Be Computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary: Kshs 48,190 – 65,290 p.m.

House allowance: Kshs 24,000 p.m.

Other allowances: Kshs 8,000 p.m.

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28. PROTOCOL OFFICERS: (4 POSTS) Ref: KCPSB/2013/039


Reporting to the County Secretary, the Protocol Officer will be responsible for public relations,

media liaison and protocol services in the County and the Governor’s and Deputy Governor’s

offices.


a) Handling all aspects of visits, conferences, tours and social tasks initiated within the

office.

b) Arranging travel for the Governor and Deputy Governor including scheduling travel,

preparing trip folders, arranging bulleting and preparing itinerary.

c) Scheduling events, determining need for audiovisual equipment, gathering of biographies

and guest information, preparing agendas, and setting up locations.

d) Assisting to develop media plans, distributing and following up media releases, booking

interviews, and responding to media requests.

e) Assist in the initiation, development and implementation of policies and sector plans in

the unit.

f) Promotion of national values, principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and


g) Any other duties as may be assigned by the County Secretary.


a) Be a Kenyan.

b) Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in any of the following disciplines;

Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communications,

Communication Studies or any other relevant qualification from a university/institution

recognized in Kenya.

c) Working experience of not less than three (3) years in the Public Service or the Private

sector.

d) Be Computer literate.

Remuneration

Basic salary:Kshs 48,190 – 65,290 p.m.

House allowance:Kshs 24,000 p.m.

Other allowances:Kshs 8,000 p.m.

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PLEASE NOTE

a) For a candidate to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution, one must

have the following current clearance certificates:

1. A certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID)

2. A clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

3. A tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

4. A certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

b) Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

c) Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted

HOW TO APPLY

All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID Card, a detailed CV and copies

of all relevant certificates and testimonials. The applications should be submitted in a sealed

envelope clearly marked on the left side the position/specific area applied for and addressed to;

The Chairman

County Public Service Board

Kisii County

P O Box 4550-40200

KISII

Email: [email protected]

Or hand delivered at the Kisii County Public Service Board offices situated at Mwalimu House

3rd

Floor Room Number 31.

The applications should reach the County Public Service Board on or before 25th

October 2013,

5.00 p.m.

KISII COUNTY GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

mailto:[email protected]

Documents

KCPSB 2 Vacancies Oct 2013.pdf