Reporting to the Director of Economic Planning and Investment, the Officer shall be in-charge of collecting data and developing data banks from which quick, simple appropriate information pertaining the County can be retrieved in a format that is easily analyzable to inform desired change.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing data banks from all sectors of the County;
- Preparing publications, e.g. statistical digests, etc., with basic summary statistics on a regular basis;
- Keeping custody of appropriate data sets generated by different studies undertaken by the Authority;
- Designing and producing instruments for collecting data on satisfaction aspects;
- Collecting and analyzing data on customer satisfaction surveys;
- Drawing inferences on analyzed data and recommend viable corrective actions for implementation by the Authority and/or other stakeholders;
- Formulating methods and designing instruments for capturing statistical data;
- Producing and administering the instruments to record data;
- Carrying out the requisite calculations to summarize and analyze the collected data;
- Ensuring safekeeping of the data;
- Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Job Requirements
For appointment to this grade, one must:
- Be a Kenyan citizen;
- Have a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized University.
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics or Mathematics from a recognized University.
- Have Certificate of Proficiency in Computer Applications, especially in STATA, SPSS,E-VIEWS, Excel Spreadsheet, Computer Software/programs for safely storing data and enabling their easy retrieval, etc;
- Served as a Senior Economist I/ Senior Statistician I for a minimum of 3 years in a reputable organization and/or government department or Agency;
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
*Terms of Service: Three (3) years renewable contract
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 to:
THE SECRETARY/CEO
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O. BOX 458-50100
KAKAMEGA
The position applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their Sub-County and Ward of residence in the application.
Those who had applied earlier need not apply.
Hand delivered applications can be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Reception located at
Former Provincial Headquarters, Block ‘B’ 2nd Floor on or before 29th May, 2018.
County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer
Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
NOTE: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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