Kwale County Government Jobs in Kenya

The County Government of Kwale
 

Office of The Governor
 

Vacancies
 

The office of the Governor, Kwale County is in the process of recruiting qualified and competent persons to fill the following positions in the county public service board:-
 

1. Secretary of the County Public Service Board

1 Post

For the appointment to this position, the applicants must meet the following requirements and qualifications:-

• Be a Kenya Citizen.
• Be a holder of a first degree from a recognized University.
• Satisfy the provisions of Chapter Six of the constitution.
• Be a certified public secretary of good professional standings and demonstrate absence of breach of thee relevant of professional code of conduct.
• Have relevant knowledge and working experience of not less than five years.
• Not be a public or state officer.
• Be ready to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be a team player, and willing to work for long hours without supervision.
• A relevant masters degree will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the county public office board in its business in consultation with the chairperson.
• Convey decisions of the county public office board to appropriate persons and or authorities.
• Help the county public service board coordinate its functions.
• Perform any other functions as directed by the board from time to time.

2. Member of the County Public Service Board
 

For appointment to this position, the applicants must:-

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university and working experience of not less than five years.
• Be a professional and demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a state or public officer.
• Satisfy the provisions of chapter six of the constitution.

Responsibilities
 

As for members,

• Establishing and abolishing offices in the county service, Kwale County.
• Appointment of persons to hold or act in offices of the County service including the boards of cities and urban area.
• Facilitate development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments.
• Advice the county on human resource management and development.
• Advice County Government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Not be a public state officer.
• Exercise disciplinary control over persons holding or acting in those officers in the county.
• Promote county public service values and principles.
• Satisfy the provisions of chapter six of the constitution.

3. Chairperson of the County Public Service Board 

1 Post

For appointment of this position, the candidate must:-

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be a holder of a first degree from a recognized University.
• Satisfy the provisions of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Have knowledge and a working experience for not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Be a professional who demonstrates absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Be a team leader and committed to working for long hours without supervision to achieve strict deadlines.
• Not be a public or state officer.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and abolishing offices in the county service, Kwale County.
• Appointment of persons to hold or act in offices of the County service including the boards of cities and urban area.
• Facilitate development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments.
• Advice the county on human resource management and development.
• Advice County Government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Not be a public state officer.
• Exercise disciplinary control over persons holding or acting in those officer in the county.
• Promote county public service values and principles.
• Satisfy the provisions of chapter six of the constitution.

A member of the board shall hold office for a non renewable term of six years; and may serve on part time
basis, as provided for in section (58) of the County Government Act 2012.

How to Apply:
 

a) Each application should be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant Academic and
Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport and other relevant supporting documents.
 

b) All applications should be clearly marked “Application for position of Chairperson County Public
Service Board, Member.” or “Application for position of Secretary County Public Service Board,
Member.” (as the case may be) on the envelope and submitted in any one of the following ways:
 

1. Posted applications should be addressed to:
 

The Interim County Secretary,
Kwale County
P.O Box 4
Kwale
 

2. Manual application should be delivered to the reception desk of the Governor, Kwale County.
 

3. Online applications should be emailed to: kwalecountygoverment@yahoo.com
 

The application should reach the Governor’s Office on or before Friday, 12th April 2013.

Remuneration will be commensurate with those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Kwale County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and Persons with Disabilities to apply.

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Kenya Railways Procurement Officer, Engineering Assistant, Estate Assistant and Security Assistant Jobs

1. Procurement Officer

The Procurement Officer will report to the Procurement Manager and will assist in the management and co-ordination of the procurement function to ensure efficient and effective delivery of service in line with the Public Procurement and Disposal law and laid down policies and procedures of the Corporation.

Duties & Responsibilities

To assist the Procurement Manager in:

• Ensuring timely, efficient and effective procurement of goods, services and works and disposal of obsolete and idle assets
• Coordinating with user departments on procurement requirements;
• Preparing tender documents and maintaining procurement/disposal related documents.
• Assisting in providing technical advice and secretariat services for all    procurement and disposal related committees;
• Placing and processing Local Purchase Orders Conducting supplier evaluation and rating;
• Supervising cash purchases /stores management/ inspection and issuance of goods
• Any other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration/Management/ Commerce or relevant field of study.
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management or equivalent.
• 5 years post qualification relevant experience 3 of which should be at management level.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High integrity.
• Familiarity with public procurement guidelines and procedures.
• Team player.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

2. Engineering Assistant (Permanent Way)

Reporting to the Infrastructure Manager, the Engineering Assistant, (Permanent Way) will assist in monitoring and regulating the concession with regard to permanent way in terms of design standards as per the Concession Contract.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring compliance to all formal and informal provisions of the concession agreements with regard to permanent way including performance, availability, utilization and reliability;
• Contributing towards the technical evaluation of investment proposals pertaining to permanent way from the concessionaire, by examining the cost of proposed works and carrying out site visits and inspections to check details of the works for inclusion in the conceded assets accounts;
• Assisting in updating the assets register pertaining to conceded permanent way facilities and assets;
• Carrying out joint track inspections to assess compliance in permanent way maintenance standards, assess the condition of materials and evaluate proposed useful life, check safety practices and assess the availability/condition of non-conceded permanent way materials stocks;
• Assisting the SHE Manager in investigating accidents with regard to permanent way;
• Undertaking periodic audits of permanent way assets to check compliance with railway safety standards; and
• Monitoring the management of the Engineering Drawing office and plan room to guarantee safety of the engineering records, especially permanent way drawings.

Requirements

• 'O' Level Certificate 5 years experience in Permanent Way Maintenance and Construction Works, 2 of which must have been in a Sub-Permanent Way Inspector level.
• Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Minimum Sub-Permanent way Inspectors Certificate
• Rail Safety Operators Certificate
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

3. Estate Assistant

Reporting to the Real Estate Manager, the Estate Assistant will assist in the management of the Corporation's real Estate portfolio for maximum returns.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement policies and procedures to effectively manage property
• Perform a variety of administrative duties in ensuring compliance with policies and laws affecting leasing of the property.
• Regular inspection of the Corporation’s landed assets
• Ensuring prompt and effective tenant/Landlord correspondences, rent collections and site visits.
• Maintenance and updating of property/tenants records including accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Provide day-to-day management of the property and maintain professional and courteous relationships with tenants and stakeholders.
• Oversee security deposit administration including inspecting units to determine resident’s balance or refund
• Assist the management with maintaining assets security measures, documenting incidents, and sending proper reports/notification to management.
• Reporting on monthly basis issues pertaining to asset/tenants administration and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• O – level certificate or equivalent
• Diploma in Property Management or equivalent
• Certificate in proficiency in Microsoft Office: ICDL or equivalent
• 3 years experience in property management
• Demonstrate strong multitasking, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.  Proactive, creative and results oriented
• Demonstrate ability to read, analyze and interpret lease related documents, solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Ability to perform in a busy, multi-tasking work environment
• Ability to travel (between properties, training, errands, etc.) and work anywhere in Kenya

4. Security Assistant

Reporting to the Security Services Manager, the Security Assistant will assist in carrying out physical inspection/investigation of the Corporation's assets and premises in the assigned region to ensure security as well as investigate security violations and incidents reported.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigating cases of fraud and other security violation cases against the Corporation’s assets in the region assigned,
• Liaising with the police and the other law enforcing agencies in solving security matters related to the Corporation in the assigned region,
• Supervising outsourced security services in the region,
• Carrying regional security reports as required.

Requirements

• 'O' Level Certificate or equivalent;
• Certificate in security management/fraud detective/forensic;
• 4 years experience in security /investigative matters preferably from the police C.I.D or military;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• High integrity;
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
• Possession of a current Certificate of Good Conduct;
• Certificate of discharge for those who have left formal employment;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Terms of offer

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate.

Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the Kenya Railways application form, attach their testimonials and certificates and address their applications to the:

Managing Director
Kenya Railways Corporation
P.O. Box 30121, 00100,
Nairobi

to be received by Friday 19th April 2013.

Note: Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Railways is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Meru County Government Jobs in Kenya

Meru County
 

Office of the Governor
 

Meru County is situated in the Mount Kenya Region with a population of over 1,442,691 people. 

Key attractions include the famous Meru National Park and Lewa Conservancy. 

The just concluded elections saw the County elect Governor Peter G. Munya as their first Governor. 

In line with the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and County Government Act No.17 of 2012, the Governor’s office wishes to consider for appointment, the following:

(A) County Executive Committee Members
 

The Constitution of Kenya 2010 provides for the following :-
 

I. The establishment of Meru County (First Schedule Art 6(1) No.30.
 

II. Appointment of County Executive Committee Members by the Governor with the approval of the County Assembly (Art 179(2)(b).
 

III. Functions of County Executive Committee’s (Art 183).
 

Further the County Government Act No.17 of 2012 section 34 provides for County Executive Authority of the County Executive Committee.

In accordance to the above provisions the office of the Governor seeks applications from highly qualified result-oriented and self-motivated citizens of Meru County for the position of County Executive Committee members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To supervise the administration and delivery of services in the respective departments of the county government and all decentralized units and agencies in the County.
• Implement county legislation
• Implement within the county, national legislation to the extent that the legislation so requires.
• Manage and coordinate the functions of the county administration and its departments.
• Provide the county assembly with full and regular reports on matters relating to the county.
• May advise the Governor on matters within his/her area of jurisdiction.

Requirements and Competencies
 

For appointment to this position, a person should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than five years in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is seeking to be considered.
• Understand the diversity, challenges and opportunities within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic and diverse community.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

(B) County Public Service Board
 

Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 provides for the staffing of County Governments. 

Further the County Government Act No.17 of 2012 section 57 provides for the establishment of the County Public Service board.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Board

• Establish and abolish offices in the County public Service
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of public County offices including the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or action in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the public service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development.
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the salaries and Remuneration Commission,on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county Public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies of The Chairman
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Not be a public or state officer.
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities of Secretary

• Establish and abolish offices in the County Public Service.
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of public county offices including the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or action in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the public service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development.
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county Public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies of a Member
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than five years.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State officer
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

Requirements and Competencies of The Secretary.
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State officer
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

How to Apply
 

(a) Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant Academic and professional Certificates, National Identity Card or passport and other relevant supporting documents.
 

(b) All applicants should be clearly marked “Application for position of County Executive Committee” or Application for position of chairman County public Service Board or “Application of position of Secretary County public Service Board”(as the case may be) on the envelope and submitted in any one of the following ways:-
 

1. Posted application should be addressed to:
 

The Interim County Secretary
Meru County
P.O. Box 120-60200, 

Meru
 

2. Manual application should be delivered to the 1st floor, Town Hall at the office of the Governor Meru County.
 

The Application should reach the Interim County Secretary on or before 12th April, 2013
 

Note:-

• Only shortlisted and successful candidates shall be contacted.
• Interested applicants are expected to get clearance from:
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate) of good conduct.
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Higher Education Loans Board.
• Kenya revenue Authority.
• Executive Committee Member applicants should indicate department of interest. The departments are: Agriculture, livestock,veterinary and fisheries; county health; culture, gender and youth; water, irrigation and natural resources; roads and public works; county public service and legal affairs; cooperatives and enterprise development; county finance and planning; environment and tourism.

Applicants MUST submit copies of these clearance certificates with the application.
 

Remuneration will be commensurate will those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
 

Meru County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and person with disabilities to apply.

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Meru County Government Jobs in Kenya

Meru County
 

Office of the Governor
 

Meru County is situated in the Mount Kenya Region with a population of over 1,442,691 people. 

Key attractions include the famous Meru National Park and Lewa Conservancy. 

The just concluded elections saw the County elect Governor Peter G. Munya as their first Governor. 

In line with the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and County Government Act No.17 of 2012, the Governor’s office wishes to consider for appointment, the following:

(A) County Executive Committee Members
 

The Constitution of Kenya 2010 provides for the following :-
 

I. The establishment of Meru County (First Schedule Art 6(1) No.30.
 

II. Appointment of County Executive Committee Members by the Governor with the approval of the County Assembly (Art 179(2)(b).
 

III. Functions of County Executive Committee’s (Art 183).
 

Further the County Government Act No.17 of 2012 section 34 provides for County Executive Authority of the County Executive Committee.

In accordance to the above provisions the office of the Governor seeks applications from highly qualified result-oriented and self-motivated citizens of Meru County for the position of County Executive Committee members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To supervise the administration and delivery of services in the respective departments of the county government and all decentralized units and agencies in the County.
• Implement county legislation
• Implement within the county, national legislation to the extent that the legislation so requires.
• Manage and coordinate the functions of the county administration and its departments.
• Provide the county assembly with full and regular reports on matters relating to the county.
• May advise the Governor on matters within his/her area of jurisdiction.

Requirements and Competencies
 

For appointment to this position, a person should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than five years in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is seeking to be considered.
• Understand the diversity, challenges and opportunities within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic and diverse community.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

(B) County Public Service Board
 

Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 provides for the staffing of County Governments. 

Further the County Government Act No.17 of 2012 section 57 provides for the establishment of the County Public Service board.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Board

• Establish and abolish offices in the County public Service
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of public County offices including the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or action in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the public service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development.
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the salaries and Remuneration Commission,on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county Public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies of The Chairman
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Not be a public or state officer.
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities of Secretary

• Establish and abolish offices in the County Public Service.
• Appoint persons to hold or act in office of public county offices including the boards of urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments.
• Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or action in those offices as provided for under this part.
• Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the public service.
• Facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advise the county government on human resource management and development.
• Advise county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Make recommendations to the salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county Public service employees.

Requirements and Competencies of a Member
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than five years.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State officer
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

Requirements and Competencies of The Secretary.
 

For appointment to this position, the person should:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have a working experience of not less than ten years in administration and management.
• Satisfy the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on leadership and integrity.
• Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
• Not be a Public or State officer
• Understand the diversity within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
• Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Be committed to be part of a team that will enable the county Government achieve her vision.

NB: Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
 

How to Apply
 

(a) Each application should be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant Academic and professional Certificates, National Identity Card or passport and other relevant supporting documents.
 

(b) All applicants should be clearly marked “Application for position of County Executive Committee” or Application for position of chairman County public Service Board or “Application of position of Secretary County public Service Board”(as the case may be) on the envelope and submitted in any one of the following ways:-
 

1. Posted application should be addressed to:
 

The Interim County Secretary
Meru County
P.O. Box 120-60200, 

Meru
 

2. Manual application should be delivered to the 1st floor, Town Hall at the office of the Governor Meru County.
 

The Application should reach the Interim County Secretary on or before 12th April, 2013
 

Note:-

• Only shortlisted and successful candidates shall be contacted.
• Interested applicants are expected to get clearance from:
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate) of good conduct.
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
• Higher Education Loans Board.
• Kenya revenue Authority.
• Executive Committee Member applicants should indicate department of interest. The departments are: Agriculture, livestock,veterinary and fisheries; county health; culture, gender and youth; water, irrigation and natural resources; roads and public works; county public service and legal affairs; cooperatives and enterprise development; county finance and planning; environment and tourism.

Applicants MUST submit copies of these clearance certificates with the application.
 

Remuneration will be commensurate will those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
 

Meru County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and person with disabilities to apply.

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