Assistant Directors, Public Health at Machakos County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitoring, enforcing and implementing statutory provisions and other relevant legislations on public health
• Setting standards and guidelines in the provision of public health services
• Monitoring the implementation of public health projects and programs
• Enforcing international health regulations and rules
• Carrying out research on public health needs
• Monitoring the development and management of public and private mortuaries, cemeteries and crematoria
• Preparing proposals for resource mobilization
• Organizing forums with relevant partners and agencies in support of public health programs and projects
• Planning and budgeting for the departmental resources
• Integrating modern information communication technology in the department
• Developing strategies/work plans, performance targets and contracts in the department
• Coaching and mentoring of staff

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer Must have:

• Served in the grade of Principal Public Health Officer or Principal Assistant Public Health Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Food Science and Inspection, Solid Waste Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Epidemiology, Health Promotion and Education or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in either Environmental Health or Public Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Master’s Degree in any of the following; Environmental Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Quality, Food Science and Technology, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results