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Kirinyaga County borders Nyeri County, Murang’a County and Embu County.It covers an area of 1,478.1 square kilometers. The county lies between 1,158 metres and 5,380 metres above sea level in the South and at the Peak of Mt. Kenya respectively. Mt. Kenya which lies on the northern side greatly influences the landscape of the county as well as other ...
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JOB GROUP ‘M’
JOB REF: KCPSB/CPO/M/04/23/10/17
Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Protocol Officer will be responsible for the following:
- Planning, organizing and supervising protocol activities of the government;
- Coordinating all protocol related activities within the division;
- Planning, managing, documenting and reporting on Government Protocol Service;
- Providing protocol support and public relations services;
- Implementing activities and assignments relating to maintaining and enhancing the image of the County Government;
- Facilitating movement, accommodation and appointments for County officials and guests;
- Preparing itineraries and agendas for County officials and guests;
- Planning and coordinating protocol service during official events, important meetings and receptions organized by the government; and
- Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Director, Governance, Liaison and Communication.
Requirements
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Diplomacy, Public Relations or any other relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya.
- A Master’s Degree in International Relations, Diplomacy, Public Relations or any other relevant field will be an added advantage
- Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for.
- Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
- Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
- Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity.
- Be computer literate.
Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed
- Curriculum Vitae,
- Academic and Professional certificates,
- Testimonials,
- National Identity Card or Passport and
- Any other supporting documents.
Clearly indicate the position applied for, both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary County Public Service Board P O Box 260 – 10304 KUTUS
Hand delivered applications should be dropped at the County Headquarters 4TH floor, KUTUS (Office of County Public Service Board between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays).
Applicants should seek clearance and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below. Kenya Revenue Authority
- Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
- Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before the Friday, 3rd November 2017 Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.
NOTE
- Women and persons living with disabilities who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply. Youth with reasonable experience will be considered.
- The Salary and benefits attached to this post may be subject to review as would be advised by Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
- Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit our website: www.kirinyaga.go.ke/resource-centre/job-opportunities for more details
- The Kirinyaga County Government is an equal opportunity employer.
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