Weight and Measures Assistant at Baringo County Government

Job Details/Description

• Specific duties and responsibilities will entail testing, and stamping mechanical and electronic weighing and measuring equipment;
• Collecting data on verified equipment at traders premises, stamping stations and verification office: sampling pre-packaged goods for quantitative analysis;
• Preparing testing equipment for inspection and investigation purposes; and
• Preparing weighing measuring equipment during trade fairs and exhibitions; giving evidence in court on cases arising from infringement of Weights and Measures Act (Cap 513) and Trade Descriptions Act (Cap 505).

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPOINTMENT

• Diploma in physics, metrology, computer science or any other related qualification from a recognized university;
• Advanced certificate from the institute of trade standards and administration;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation;
• Knowledge of professional standards;
• Must meet the requirements of chapter six of the constitution;
• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Organizational skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to lead and
• manage teams;
• Problem solving skills;
• Supervisory skills;

Applicants are required to get clearance from the following institutions to meet requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department
• Credit Reference Bureau