Nandi County Government Jobs in Kenya

Republic of Kenya
 

County Government of Nandi

County Public Service Board
 

Vacancies
 
Nandi County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions as per Article 176 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the County Government Act, 2012

A) County Chief Officers

Ref: NCPSB/01/2013 

11 Posts

Job Group “S”
 

Salary scale: Kshs. 120,270 – 180,660 p.m
 

House allowance: Kshs. 60,000p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 20,000p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Contract
 

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

1. Finance and Economic Planning
 

2. Youth, Gender, Sports and Social Services
 

3. Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries
 

4. Tourism, Culture and Co-operative Development
 

5. Education, Research and Vocational Training
 

6. Transport and Infrastructure
 

7. Lands, Environment and Natural Resources
 

8. Health and Sanitation
 

9. Devolved Units and Special Programmes
 

10. Trade, Investment and Industrial Development
 

11. Information and Communication Technology
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The Chief Officer shall be;

• The accounting and authorized officer in respect to the exercise of delegated powers and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Member.
• Responsible for Implementation of policies and development plans in the department
• Responsible for Development and implementation of strategic plans in the department
• Formulate and implement effective programs to vision 2030 and sector goals
• Promote national values and principles of the County Public Service in the department

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya. Those with a Master’s degree have an added advantage.
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than 10 years in the specific portfolio applied for.

B) Sub-County Administrator

Ref: NCPSB/02/2013 
 

6 Posts

Job Group “Q”
 

The Sub-county Administrator will be in-charge of one the following sub-counties: Emgwen, Chesumei, Nandi-Hills, Tindiret, Aldai and Mosop.
 

Salary scale: Kshs. 89,748 – 120,270 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 40,000p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 14,000p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Permanent / Contract
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The sub-county administrator shall be responsible for the coordination, management, and supervision of the general administrative functions in the sub-county units, including;

• The development of policies and plans
• Ensuring effective service delivery
• Developmental activities to empower the community
• The provision and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of public service
• Facilitation and coordination of citizen participation in the development of policies and plans and delivery of services
• Exercise any function and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya. Those with a Master’s degree have an added advantage.
• Working experience of not less than five (5) years
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management.

C) Ward Administrator

Ref: NCPSB/03/2013

30 Posts

Job Group “N”
 

The Ward Administrator will be in charge of one of the following: Kapkangani, Chepkumia, Kilibwoni, Kapchorwa, Tindiret, Kapsimotwo, Nandi Hills, Kobujoi, Koyo/Ndurio, Kemeloi/Maraba, Kosirai, Ndalat, Chepterwai, Sang’alo/Kebulonik, Kurkung’/Surungai, Kipkarren, Kabisaga, Kabiyet, Songhor/Soba, Kaptel/Kamoiywo, Lelmokwo/Ngechek, Chemelil/Chemase, Kiptuiya, Kabwareng’, Terik, Chepkunyuk, Ol’lessos, Chemundu, Kaptumo/Kaboi and Kapsabet.
 

Salary scale: Kshs. 48,190 – 65,290 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 24,000 p.m
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 8,000 p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable (P&P)
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Ward administrator shall coordinate, manage, and supervise the general administrative functions in the ward including the following: -

• Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administration functions in the Ward
• Developing policies and plans
• Ensuring effective service delivery
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community
• Providing and maintaining infrastructure and facilities of public service
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services
• Exercising any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board

Qualifications / Requirements

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya with a working experience of not less than 2 years OR
• Be a holder of a Diploma with 5 years’ experience in administration and management
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management.

D) County Head of Supply Chain Management

Ref: NCPSB/04/2013 

1 Post

Job Group “Q”
 

Salary scale: Kshs. 89,748 – 120,270 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 40,000p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 14,000p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Contract/ Permanent
 

The officer will head the Supply Chain Management Unit and will be responsible to the Chief Officers Finance for the efficient management of supply Chain Management Services

Specific duties will include: -

• Responsible for day to day management of the entire supply chain department;
• Issue/provide administrative guideline on implementation  and interpretation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and the supporting regulations;
• Develop County Annual procurement plan and ensure its full implementation
• Advice the entire County Government on matters relating to Supply Chain Management
• Prepare tender documents in accordance with Public Procurement Act 2005 and the implementing regulations  and coordinate the entire tendering process;
• In liaison with other finance functions, provide guidelines on matters of procurement, contract design and contract implementations;
• Secretary to the Tender Committee;
• Ensure that support staff keep county records and key information/reports in a timely, accurate and complete manner;

Qualifications / Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies management, Marketing, Law, Engineering or the equivalent from a recognized University.
• Relevant working experience of not less than 5 years.
• Have a thorough understanding of Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and the Regulations.
• Be a member of KISM or relevant professional body.

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 will 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. 

They should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left side indicating the reference number for the position/specific area you are applying for to so as reach on or before 13th September 2013, and addressed to: -

The Secretary,
Nandi County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 802 – 30300, 

Kapsabet.

Hand delivered applications should be handed over at the Nandi County Government Office, 1st floor.
 

Women and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.