Job Opportunities at Kericho County

JOB GROUP – R 1 

Duties and Responsibilities:

An officer at this level will assist in the development and management of Information Technology policies and programmes within the Public Service; drawing up IT plans for implementation; coordinating of all Information Technology programmes in the public service; overseeing the preparation and utilization of the department’s budget; and coordinating staff matters.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• served in the grade of deputy Director of Information Communication Technology or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized Institution;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution; and
• Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing works.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines 

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JOB GROUP ‘N’ (2 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities;

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Gathering information on programmes, significant events in a specific sectoral area and the impact on customers, and forwarding the same to the head of Public Communications Unit for dissemination;
• Assisting in the development of communications and media strategy;
• Editing stories on various topical issues before they are released to the public and liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern.
• Scheduling interviews with Government officials and other stakeholders;
• Managing assigned projects/programmes, and organizing events under the guidance of the Head of the Public Communications Unit.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communications Studies, Journalism or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have served in the grade of Senior Public Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Have a clear understanding of the working of the media and the socio-political environment in Kenya;
• Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
• Possess advanced computer application skills;
• Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
• Have demonstrated professional and managerial competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines

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JOB GROUP ‘K’ 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Installation and maintenance of computer systems;
• Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;
• Developing and updating application systems; and carrying out systems Analysis,
• Preparation of Network Specifications in liaison with users;
• Carrying out repair and maintenance of Computer Networks;
• Drawing up hardware specifications for Networking;
• Verification, validation and certification of Information Communication Technology Equipment;
• Overseeing the process of configuration of new Information Communication Technology;

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:

• Computer Science/ Information Communication Technology or in Electronics/Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• At least 3 years’ experience in network administration.
• CCNA I-IV is an added advantage.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable 
Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines 

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JOB GROUP ‘K’ 

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Maintenance of County Website;
• Ensuring all the Portals in the website is functional;
• Co-ordinate the uploading of website content;
• Ensure the security of the website is upheld;
• Ensure easy navigation of the website;
• Ensure all media in the website are functional.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade;

• A candidate must have a degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science/Information Communication Technology Electrical/Electronic engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate excellence in web Programming and applications;
• At least 3 years in web Programming and Applications and to have developed at least 5 running websites.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines. 

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JOB GROUP ‘J’ 

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Originating and ideating design for visual assets and illustrations according to various written briefs;
• Design creative graphics for social media, posters, fliers, website and other publicity and marketing materials;
• Prepare visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts;
• Support and lead the design process of reports, presentations and publications for printing, electronic dissemination and live delivery;

Qualifications

For direct appointment to this grade, a candidate must possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized University/Institution;
• Knowledge and proficiency in graphic design software.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; and
• Be proficient in computer applications.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.
 
Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission guidelines