Job Opportunities at National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation

REF: AA/4/2/2021 GROSS SALARY – KSH 81,158 – 93,543

Reporting to the Senior Accounts Officer, the Accounts Officer will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare payment vouchers and submit for approval in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
• Maintain registers of documents received by and dispatched from the department;
• Issue receipts for monies received; and
• File payments and receipt vouchers and ensure safety of accounts files.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

1. Certified Public Accountants (CPA)Part II or its equivalent; and
2. Fulfilled the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
3. Demonstrated the following key competencies and skills
4. Proficiency in IT; and
5. Ethical and integrity.

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(GRADE ST 4)- 1 POSITION- REF: PAHSS/1/2/2021 GROSS SALARY – KSH 172,235 – 221,080

Reporting to the Chief Analyst, Humanities and Social Sciences, the Principal Analyst will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

• Compile reports on studies designed for policy advisory and priority setting within Humanities and Social Sciences;
• Prepare reports and proceedings for fora on new knowledge and emerging technologies in Humanities and Social Sciences;
• Verify data and information on Humanities and Social Sciences for entry into the national databases;
• Develop concept notes for strategic interventions within Humanities and Social Sciences;
• Undertake promotion activities for Humanities and Social Sciences;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Bachelors degree in a Anthropology, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, or equivalent from a recognized university
• Masters degree in Anthropology, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, or equivalent from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience in a public or private institution
• At least three (3) years experience in a supervisory role
• Demonstrated results in work performance
• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Demonstrate the following key competencies and skills:
  • Proficiency in IT
  • Communication and reporting skills
  • Analytical skills;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Integrity;
  • Team player

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(GRADE ST 6)

REF: IA/2/2/2021

Reporting to the Deputy Director, Internal Audit, the Internal Auditor will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Undertake audit assignments in line with the approved audit work plan to confirm the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and control;
2. Perform substantive and compliance testing of accountable records and documents and prepare working papers;
3. Provide input in preparation of audit reports for audit engagements executed; and
4. Assist in evaluating progress and effectiveness of action taken to implement audit recommendations received from internal and external audits.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, an applicant must have:-

1. Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
2. CPA Part II or its equivalent; and
3. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.
4. Demonstrate the following key competencies and skills:
5. Proficiency in IT;
6. Ethical and integrity;
7. Interpersonal skills; and
8. Communication skills

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REF: OA/3/2/2021 GROSS SALARY – KSH 81,158 – 93,543

1. Reporting to the Senior Administration Officer, the Office Administrator will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
2. Prepare responses to simple routine correspondences;
3. Maintain office diary and protocol;
4. Handle telephone calls and appointments;
5. Record dictation in shorthand form;
6. Ensure security of office records, documents and equipment;
7. Attend to visitors/clients; and
8. Plan and schedule meetings

Requirements for Appointment

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

• Diploma in Secretarial Services from the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) from a recognized institution.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Demonstrate the following key competencies and skills:
• Proficiency in IT
• Planning skills;
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Integrity