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  • Posted: Aug 27, 2020
    Deadline: Sep 15, 2020
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    The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitut...
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    Director, National Cohesion

    Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government

    V/No. 180/2020
    Salary Scale: Ksh.133,870 – Ksh.197,800 p.m. (CSG 5)
    House Allowance: Ksh.48, 000 – 60,000p.m (Depending on duty station)
    Commuter Allowance: Ksh.20, 000p.m
    Leave Allowance: As existing in the Civil Service
    Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
    Medical Cover: As provided by the government
    Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable or Local Agreement

    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

    • served for a minimum period of fifteen (15) years and currently serving at the grade of Assistant Director, National Cohesion, CSG 7 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector;
    • a Bachelors degree in any Social Science from a university recognized in Kenya;
    • a Masters degree in Peace/Conflict management studies or any other relevant Social Science from a university recognized in Kenya;
    • excellent public relations and communication skills; and
    • a thorough knowledge and understanding of national goals, policies and objectives and the ability to relate them to the management and functions and national cohesion and values.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The Director, National Cohesion will be responsible to the Secretary, National Cohesion for planning, budgeting, directing, controlling and coordinating operations of National Cohesion Department. Specific duties and responsibilities will include:-

    • initiating development and review of policies, strategies and objectives on national cohesion and values in liaison with other stakeholders;
    • overseeing the implementation of programs and activities for the achievement of national cohesion and values;
    • promoting national values through establishment of institutions, legislations and advocacy;
    • identifying issues and areas for policy formulation on national cohesion and values;
    • monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities;
    • approving the developed information, education and communication materials, briefs, speeches, memoranda, concept papers and reports;
    • coordinating advocacy on national cohesion and values and stakeholder;
    • lobbying for media support in the promotion of national cohesion and values;
    • conducting research, disseminating findings, and implementing recommendations; and
    • overseeing the financial and asset management of the department and institute operational accountability.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke

    Please Note:

    Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

    Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

    Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

    The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution -Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

    THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

    Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originalsof their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

    It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

    Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointmentto their current substantive post during the interview.Applications should reach the Commissionon or before 15thSeptember 2020 latest 5.00 pm (East African Time).

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