Jobs at Kitui County

Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director – Co-operatives, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; – Commerce, Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Sociology, Law, Agricultural Economics, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance or Agri-business from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines; – Commerce, Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, Sociology, Law, Agricultural Economics, Co-operative Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Management and Organizational Development, Finance or Agri-business from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting no less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated administrative ability and a high degree of professional competence in planning, conducting and supervising cooperative work.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Providing technical advice in area of specialization;
2. Advising on co-operative investments;
3. Preparing reports for policy formulation;
4. Enforcing compliance with cooperative legislation;
5. Designing, coordinating and monitoring the implementation of cooperative activities, programmes and policies;
6. Carrying out market research and disseminating research findings;
7. Promoting value addition and processing;
8. Conducting co-operative banking inspections;
9. Undertaking co-operative risk assessment;
10. Developing new financial products and credit policies; and
11. Any other duties as may be assigned by a competent authority.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of the Assistant Director – Strategy and Branding, for a minimum period of three (3) years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Management, Public Administration, Urban and Rural Development, Management Science, Economics, Project Management, Marketing, Statistics or other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Strategic Management, Public Administration, Urban and Rural Development, Management Science, Economics, Project Management, Marketing, Statistics or other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting no less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated administrative ability and a high degree of professional competence

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Leading in Development and review of County Integrated Development Plan in line with Identified strategic objectives;
2. Promoting innovative, forward thinking as part of the strategic planning process;
3. Leading County wide collaborative efforts to help project the implication of possible actions and to inform the identification of key strategic initiatives for the County;
4. Leading and implementing select strategic projects and initiatives, often liaising closely with the Governor’s office;
5. Driving and supporting key County wide planning processes, including portfolio planning, staffing planning, development planning and budgeting;
6. Coordination and review of achievements against planned County strategic objectives;
7. Participating in the communication of the County strategic direction that outlines strategic intent, initiatives required to address gaps and meet future preferred outcomes;
8. Reviewing the County long term strategic direction and providing strategic advice that reflects that direction;
9. Leading in the development and review of County Brand Elements and branding policies;
10. Maintaining an awareness of the goals and accomplishments of the County Government;
11. Develop and document a continuous monitoring strategy/framework for the County Government initiatives;
12. Providing regular monitoring and evaluation reports on the implementation of County initiatives;
13. Defining and implementing the key project performance indicators (KPI) as well as monitoring them throughout the duration of the county projects;
14. Analyzing compliance gaps and providing advice on possible solutions; and
15. Providing linkage between the County Government and various sector regulators.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Assistant Director, Trade;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting no less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated administrative ability and a high degree of professional competence in planning, conducting and supervising trade work. 

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmers;
2. analyzing and interpreting reports and field returns;
3. monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations;
4. undertaking research and market intelligence;
5. participating in the preparation of the national business mapping directory;
6. preparing briefs and position papers;
7. interpreting and analyzing the Empowerment Fund quarterly returns and periodic inspections reports;
8. Promoting activities of Public Private Sector Partnership for trade development; Coordinating the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
9. Graduating Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs); selecting and prioritizing the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain; analyzing county reports, returns, and business mapping data; and undertaking intra and inter-ministerial liaison on trade matters for trade development.
10. Coordinating preparation of individual work plans; facilitating the settlement of trade disputes and address to public complaints/customer care issues; and
11. Identifying business opportunities in the domestic market; undertaking research; carrying out market intelligence for trade development;
12. monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmes; and facilitating cross border trade;
13. Promoting public-private sector partnership; promoting entrepreneurial venture creation, growth and development; and
14. Other duties will include facilitating the settlement of trade disputes of trade disputes; responding to public complaints/ customer care issues; monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations; and undertaking business counseling and consultancy services.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Principal Trade Development Officer Job Group ‘N’;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmers;
2. analyzing and interpreting reports and field returns;
3. monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations;
4. undertaking research and market intelligence;
5. participating in the preparation of the national business mapping directory;
6. preparing briefs and position papers;
7. interpreting and analyzing the Empowerment Fund quarterly returns and periodic inspections reports;
8. Promoting activities of Public Private Sector Partnership for trade development; Coordinating the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
9. Graduating Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs); selecting and prioritizing the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain; analyzing county reports, returns, and business mapping data; and undertaking intra and inter-ministerial liaison on trade matters for trade development.
10. Coordinating preparation of individual work plans; facilitating the settlement of trade disputes and address to public complaints/customer care issues; and
11. Identifying business opportunities in the domestic market; undertaking research; carrying out market intelligence for trade development;
12. monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmes; and facilitating cross border trade;
13. Promoting public-private sector partnership; promoting entrepreneurial venture creation, growth and development; and
14. Other duties will include facilitating the settlement of trade disputes of trade disputes; responding to public complaints/ customer care issues; monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations; and undertaking business counseling and consultancy services.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Chief Trade Development Officer, Job Group ‘M’;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
3. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
4. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmers;
2. Analyzing and interpreting reports and field returns;
3. Monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations;
4. Undertaking research and market intelligence;
5. Participating in the preparation of the national business mapping directory;
6. Preparing briefs and position papers;
7. Interpreting and analyzing the Empowerment Fund quarterly returns and periodic inspections reports;
8. Promoting activities of Public Private Sector Partnership for trade development;
9. Coordinating the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
10. Graduating Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs);
11. Selecting and prioritizing the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
12. Analyzing county reports, returns, and business mapping data;
13. Undertaking intra and inter-ministerial liaison on trade matters for trade development;
14. Coordinating preparation of individual work plans;
15. Facilitating the settlement of trade disputes and address to public complaints/customer care issues;
16. Identifying business opportunities in the domestic market;
17. Undertaking research;
18. Carrying out market intelligence for trade development;
19. Monitoring and evaluating trade activities and programmes;
20. Facilitating cross border trade; and
21. Promoting public-private sector partnership, promoting entrepreneurial venture creation, growth and development.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Senior Trade Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, International Trade/Business/Relations or its equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya;
3. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
4. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Analyzing and interpreting reports and field returns;
2. Monitoring the impact of trade practices and making recommendations;
3. Undertaking research and market intelligence;
4. participating in the preparation of the national business mapping directory;
5. preparing briefs and position papers;
6. interpreting and analyzing the Empowerment Fund quarterly returns and periodic inspections reports;
7. Promoting activities of Public Private Sector Partnership for trade development;
8. Coordinating the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
9. Selecting and prioritizing the development of wholesale hubs/whole sale markets and tier 1 retail markets in the distribution value chain;
10. Analyzing county reports, returns, and business mapping data;
11. Coordinating preparation of individual work plans;
12. Facilitating the settlement of trade disputes and address to public complaints/customer care issues; and
13. Identifying business opportunities in the domestic market, undertaking research and carrying out market intelligence for trade development.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in grade of the Senior Assistant Co-operative Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Diploma in any of the following disciplines:- Co-operative Management, Marketing or Finance from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and shown ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Promoting co-operative societies;
2. Advising on co-operative investments;
3. Overseeing cooperative elections;
4. Collecting data on potential areas for analysis and policy formulation;
5. Developing and monitoring work plans for co-operative extension services;
6. Overseeing co-operative activities in several co-operative societies; and
7. Evaluating co-operative activities and trends for promoting the co-operative movement.

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Requirements for Appointment

For promotion to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration, Education, Sociology, Political Science/Government, Anthropology or any other relevant Social Science from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Counselling Psychology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Implementing human resource management and development policies, rules and regulations and analyzing their impact on performance management;
2. Advising the Authorized Officer on delegated powers including constitution of relevant committees and panels;
3. Coordinating the processing and verifying of the agenda and minutes for the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee;
4. Ensuring that professional human resource management standards are maintained;
5. Advising the Technical Departments in the County Ministries/Departments on career and succession management, human resource planning and optimal utilization of human resources;
6. Coordinating the preparation of Personnel Emoluments (PE) budgets;
7. Coordinating the implementation of performance management systems including Staff Performance Appraisal Systems and the Rewards and Sanctions Framework;
8. Coordinating in-service training;
9. Ensuring the maintenance of Human Resource Information Systems including authorizing and safeguarding user rights;
10. Payroll management including cleansing and audit;
11. Coordinating and overseeing the preparation and presentation of agenda for Human Resource Management Advisory Committee and ensuring the implementation of the committee decisions;
12. Coordinating implementation of technical training assistance programmes;
13. Forecasting skill and competency requirements including administration of competency tests;
14. Overseeing preparation of training projections and plans;
15. Overseeing the budgeting, allocation and optimal utilization of training resources and opportunities;
16. Coordinating the preparation of human resource management and development reports; and
17. Overseeing the promotion of the values and principles of Public Service.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Policy and Research, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in Management Science, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Strategic Management, Public Administration, Urban & Rural development, or other relevant discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Master’s degree in Management Science, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Strategic Management, Public Administration, Urban & Rural development, or other relevant discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in conceptualizing and developing proactive prospecting methodologies using such tools as constituent list segmentation, data mining, and electronic and peer screenings;
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic and printed reference materials; and
• Strong analytical skills, including expertise in the modeling and analysis of data.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Advising on the establishment and management of policies that guide operations of the County Government;
2. Advising on and leading in the development of County specific policies on identified strategic initiatives;
3. Promoting and facilitating leading-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the goals of the County Government;
4. Acting as the nexus between the County Government and the public with respect to research initiatives of mutual benefit;
5. Transferring knowledge to society through outreach (e.g. collaborative research; seminars; workshops; lectures; websites; publications) and, where applicable, through technology transfer;
6. Supervising research staff and ensuring adherence to professional standards and ethics of prospect research; and
7. Identifying sources of data, collection methods, resources needed and related cost.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Monitoring and Compliance, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in Management Science, Economics, Project Management, Statistics, or other relevant discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
3. Master’s degree in Management Science, Economics, Project Management, Statistics, or other relevant discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Membership to a relevant professional body;
6. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution;
7. Understanding of wealth indicators and ability to translate such information into prospect ratings and gift estimates;
8. Strong analytical skills, including expertise in the modeling and analysis of data; and
9. Ability to appropriately communicate sensitive information and to judge how and with whom this information should be shared.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining an awareness of the goals and accomplishments of the County Government;
• Developing and documenting a continuous monitoring strategy/ framework for the County Government initiatives/ activities;
• Providing regular monitoring and evaluation reports on the implementation of County Government initiatives;
• Providing linkage between the County Government and various sectors regulators;
• Reviewing and analyzing weekly reports to identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation and to enhance quality of reporting; and
• Analyzing compliance gaps and providing advice on possible solutions.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management and Development, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration, Education, Sociology, Political Science/Government, Anthropology or any other relevant Social Science from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Counselling Psychology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Membership to a relevant professional body;
6. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
7. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Interpreting and advising on human resource management and development policies and regulations;
2. Monitoring the implementation of human resource management and development policies, rules and regulations and analyzing their impact on staff;
3. Ensuring that professional human resource management and development standards are maintained;
4. Implementation of Public Service Board decisions;
5. Advising Technical Departments in the County Ministries/Departments on career and succession management, human resource planning and utilization of human resources;
6. Coordinating the preparation of Personnel Emoluments (PE) budgets;
7. Coordinating the implementation of Performance Management Systems including Performance Appraisal System and the Reward and Sanctions Framework;
8. Managing the Human Resource Management Information Systems;
9. Ensuring compliance with labor laws and forging linkages with the Unions;
10. Liaising with the Public Service Board, County Ministry responsible for Public Service Management and County Ministry responsible for Finance on human resource matters;
11. Coordinating the processing and verifying of the agenda and minutes for the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee;
12. Coordinating implementation of technical assistance training programmes including preparing training proposals;
13. Coordinating training and human resource development activities;
14. Overseeing the development of training projections and plans; and
15. Validation and authentication of academic and professional certificates in liaison with the relevant institution

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Customer Relations, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, International relations, Social Sciences or their equivalent from a recognized University;
3. Master’s Degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, International relations, Social Sciences or their equivalent from a recognized University;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Membership to a relevant professional body; and
6. Proficiency in computer applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyzing information on programmes, significant events and impact on the customers in a specific sectoral area;
• Identifying County Government events that require packaging for dissemination to the public;
• Preparing and organizing for where County Government Policies, programmes and projects can be propagated and promoted;
• Liaising with the County Public Service Board, Ministries, Departments, Towns, Sub Counties and Wards for updates on County Government programmes and projects;
• Providing relevant information to ICT Department for update of County Government website; and
• Regularly organizing meetings at the Customer Relations/ Communication Office to deliberate on cross cutting issues that require to be centrally disseminated from the Customer Relations Office.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Chief Human Resource Management Officer, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration, Education, Sociology, Political Science/Government, Anthropology or any other relevant Social sciences from a recognized institution;
• Higher Diploma in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management; Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinating human resource services in such areas as appointment, promotion, payroll management, discipline, pensions, establishment and complement control;
2. Analyzing the staffing levels and making proposals for succession planning;
3. Analyzing utilization of human resources and advising on proper deployment;
4. Analyzing staff progression and making proposals for career development;
5. Ensuring the correct interpretation and implementation of human resource management and development regulations, labor laws and other statutes;
6. Managing the human resource information systems;
7. Preparing and compiling reports on the implementation of Performance Management Systems including Performance Appraisal Systems;
8. Developing training projections and plans;
9. Coordinating the preparation and processing of cases for the County Human Resource Management Advisory Committee;
10. Organizing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating training programmes;
11. Facilitating the nomination of officers for scholarships;
12. Taking custody of Human Resource Development records; and
13. Supervising training needs assessment and development

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Principal Human Resource Management and Development Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration, Education, Sociology, Political Science/Government, Anthropology or any other relevant Social sciences from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Counselling Psychology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• 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; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinating human resource services in areas such as appointment, promotion, payroll management, discipline, pensions, establishment and complement control;
2. Analyzing staffing levels and making proposals for succession planning;
3. Analyzing utilization of Human Resources and advising on proper deployment;
4. Analyzing staff career progression and making proposals for career development;
5. Ensuring the correct interpretation and implementation of human resource management and development regulations;
6. Preparing reports on the implementation of Performance Management and Performance Appraisal System;
7. Preparing reports on the administration and management of the Human Resource Information System;
8. Coordinating and implementing technical assistance training programmes;
9. Advising on appropriate training programmes;
10. Undertaking training needs assessment;
11. Developing training plans and training projections;
12. Monitoring and evaluating the impact of training programmes on performance and service delivery;
13. Monitoring implementation of human resource management and development policies, rules and regulations;
14. Preparing and submitting reports on human resource management and development; and
15. Validation and authentication of academic and professional certificates in liaison with the relevant institutions.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in  the  grade  of  Principal   Public  Communications  Officer  for a minimum  period three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree  in  any  of  the  following  disciplines:  Mass Communication,  Public  Relations,  Communications  Studies,  Journalism, International  Relations,  Social  Sciences  or  its  equivalent from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following  disciplines:  Communication Studies;  Mass  Communication;  Journalism,  Public  Relations;  Information Science, Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
4. Membership to a relevant professional body;
5. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
7. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. 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;
2. Assisting in the development of communications and media strategy;
3. 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.
4. Scheduling interviews with Government officials;
5. Managing assigned projects/programmes; and
6. Organizing events under the guidance of the head of the Public Communications Unit.

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Requirements for Appointment:

For promotion to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Principal Legal Officer, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• Master’s degree in Law or any other relevant Social Science from a recognized university; and
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identifying issues and areas for policy formulation and reform;
2. Undertaking research on legal issues;
3. Reviewing legal documents/instruments, opinions and briefs;
4. Preparing periodic/county reports and ensuring compliance with national and international instruments;
5. Coordinating stakeholder consultations;
6. Undertaking law review;
7. Ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity; and
8. Advising ministries/ departments on legal policy issues.

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Requirements for Appointment

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

• Served in the grade of Senior Assistant Office Administrator for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council;

OR

Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) Stage I, II, and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects: –

• Shorthand III (minimum 120 w.p.m);
• Typewriting III (50 w.p.m)/Computerized Document Processing III;
• Business English III/Communications II;
• Commerce II;
• Office Practice II;
• Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III;
• Secretarial Duties II;
• Certificate in Secretarial Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from Kenya School of Government or any other Government Training Institute;
• Certificate in Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2 weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution; and
• Shown Merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Taking oral dictation;
2. Using e-office to research and process data;
3. Operating office equipment;
4. Attending to visitors/clients;
5. Handling telephone calls;
6. Coordinating schedules of meetings and appointments;
7. Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
8. Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
9. Managing office protocol and etiquette;
10. Managing petty cash;
11. Monitoring procedures for record keeping of correspondence and file movements;
12. Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office;
13. Coordinating travel arrangements;
14. Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
15. Establishing and undertaking any other office administrative services duties that may be assigned.

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Requirements for Appointment

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

• Served in the grade of Chief Office Administrator for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies or Bachelor of Business and Office Management from a recognized institution;

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Secretarial Management Course from Kenya School of Government or any other Government training institute;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated professional competence in management of office administrative services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

1. Taking oral dictation;
2. Using e- office to research and process data;
3. Operating office equipment;
4. Attending to visitors/clients;
5. Handling telephone calls;
6. Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
7. Coordinating schedules of meetings and appointments;
8. Coordinating travel arrangements;
9. Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
10. Ensuring security, integrity and confidentiality of data;
11. Establishing and monitoring procedures for record keeping of correspondence and file movements;
12. Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office;
13. Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
14. Managing office protocol and etiquette and managing petty cash and any other office administrative services duties that may be assigned; and
15. In addition, an officer will guide and supervise other office administrative services personnel.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must:

1. Served in the grade of Chief Driver for a minimum of three (3) years;
2. Passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
3. A Valid driving license free from any current endorsements (s) for class(es) of vehicle (s) the officer is required to drive;
4. Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
5. Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
6. A valid certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
7. Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution; and
8. Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Driving the assigned vehicle;
2. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and break systems etc.;
3. Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems;
4. Maintenance of work ticket(s) for vehicle(s) assigned;
5. Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
6. Overseeing safety of the passengers and /or goods therein;
7. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s); and
8. Supervise and guide staff working under him/her in a small transport unit

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Served in the grade of Senior Clerical Officer, Job Group ‘H’, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent qualification;
• Passed Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers;
• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management (HRM), Business Administration, Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC), Supply Chain Management or Records Management lasting not less than six (6) months from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Compiling statistical records;
2. Carrying out transactions related to accounts or personnel information;
3. Filing receipts;
4. Receiving, sorting out, filing and dispatching correspondence;
5. Preparing initial documents for issuance of stores;
6. Preparing Pay Change Advices (PCAs);
7. Checking general office cleaning and security of buildings and equipment;
8. Verifying pension claims;
9. Processing documents for issuance of licences;
10. Maintain an efficient filing system and safe keeping of invoices;
11. Drafting agenda for cases due for presentation to the County Human Resource Management Advisory Committee (CHRMAC) and MTC meetings;
12. Processing documents;
13. Managing registers;
14. Controlling movement of records and files;
15. Drafting correspondences; and
16. Ensuring safe custody of equipment, documents and records.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

1. Served in the grade of Clerical Officer I, Job Group ‘G’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent qualification;
3. Passed Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers;
4. Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management (HRM), Business Administration, Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC), Supply Chain Management or Records Management lasting not less than six (6) months from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

1. Compiling statistical records;
2. Carrying out transactions related to accounts or personnel information;
3. Filing receipts;
4. Receiving, sorting out, filing and dispatching correspondence;
5. Preparing initial documents for issuance of stores;
6. Preparing Pay Change Advices (PCAs);
7. Checking general office cleaning and security of buildings and equipment;
8. Verifying pension claims;
9. Processing documents for issuance of licences;
10. Maintaining and updating files;
11. Controlling movement of records and files; and
12. Managing registers.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must:

1. Served in the grade of Human Resource Assistant II for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Diploma in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations or Labour Relations from a recognized institution lasting not less than nine (9) months;

OR

1. Part II of the Certified Public Secretaries Examination from KASNEB;
2. Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
3. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Verifying information relating to recruitment, appointment, transfers, training and development, discipline, establishment and complement control;
2. Implementing human resource management and development decisions within existing rules, regulations and procedures;
3. Verifying human resource data in HRIS; and
4. Processing pension documents.

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Requirements for Appointment

For promotion to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Agriculture for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Agriculture,
  Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Home Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension or  Agricultural Education from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Agriculture and Home Economics, Dry Land Farming, Horticulture, Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agribusiness, Agricultural Education and extension or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

1. Organization, direction, control and co-ordination of the functions of the division;
2. Handling technical, administrative, human resource, budgetary and assets management issues;
3. Team building and setting performance targets and standards;
4. Addressing stakeholders concerns and instituting operational accountability;
5. Incorporating new initiatives into the division schemes of work;
6. Cost effective research to advance County and sectoral priorities;
7. Modernize and make extension services responsive to customer needs;
8. Update and rationalize technical training;
9. Maximize sustainable gains from crop development activities;
10. Device and apply strategies to maximize value of land and optimize its use for alternative purposes;
11. Promote value addition to agricultural produce; and
12. Enhance gainful cooperation between the sector and local/international stakeholders and act as liaison between the Ministry and the Central Agricultural Board (CAB).

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director Agriculture, Job Group ‘P’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Agriculture,
   Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Home Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension or  Agricultural Education from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Agriculture and Home Economics, Dry Land Farming, Horticulture, Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agribusiness, Agricultural Education and extension or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Organization, direction, control and co-ordination of the functions of the division;
2. Handling technical, administrative, human resource, budgetary and assets management issues;
3. Team building and setting performance targets and standards;
4. Addressing stakeholders concerns and instituting operational accountability;
5. Incorporating new initiatives into the division schemes of work;
6. Cost effective research to advance County and sectoral priorities;
7. Modernize and make extension services responsive to customer needs;
8. Update and rationalize technical training;
9. Maximize sustainable gains from crop development activities;
10. Device and apply strategies to maximize value of land and optimize its use for alternative purposes;
11. Promote value addition to agricultural produce; and
12. Enhance gainful cooperation between the sector and local/international stakeholders and act as liaison between the Ministry and the Central Agricultural Board (CAB).

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Principal Agricultural Officer, Job Group ‘N’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Agriculture,
  Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Home Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension or  Agricultural Education from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Protection, Horticulture, Soil Science, Home Economics, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension or Agricultural Education from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Promoting commercial agriculture;
2. Interpreting and application of the Agricultural Act and other related statutes in line with Ministry’s goals and Department objectives;
3. Implementation of policies and Legislations related to Export and Import of Agricultural Commodities in liaison with other relevant Institutions and Agencies;
4. Coordinate Development and Transfer of Appropriate Technologies for Agro based Industries;
5. Maintain and update inventory of all assets in the directorate and ensure their safe custody;
6. Initiation, development and review of policies, strategies and legislations for agribusiness and market development;
7. Formulation and implementation of the performance contracts for the directorate;
8. Promote Public-Private Partnership in Agribusiness and Market Development; and
9. Participating in the formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

• Served in the grade of Chief Agricultural Officer, or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three [3] years;
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in any of the following fields: Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agriculture Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agriculture Education, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of technical competence, merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Gender and Home management;
2. Land Development and Environmental Management;
3. Crop Development;
4. Projects Monitoring and Evaluation;
5. Extension, Research Liaison and Training;
6. Promotion and development of Agribusiness activities;
7. Compilation of field reports, organizing and facilitating training programmes in liaison with relevant institutions and agencies to provide and maintain data for effective decision making.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

• Served in the grade of Senior Agricultural Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three [3] years;
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in any of the following fields: Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agriculture Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agriculture Education, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of technical competence, merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Gender and Home management;
2. Land Development and Environmental Management;
3. Crop Development;
4. Projects Monitoring and Evaluation;
5. Extension, Research Liaison and Training; and
6. Promotion and development of Agribusiness activities.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

1. Served in the grade of Senior Superintendent (Agriculture) or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Diploma in a field of Agricultural Engineering such as Soil and Water, Mechanization/Farm Power, Structures, Surveying or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

OR

1. Technician Part III Certificate in a field of Agricultural Engineering such as Soil and Water, Mechanization/Farm Power, Structures, Surveying or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
2. Attended a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
3. Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
4. Demonstrated a high degree of technical competence, merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordination of activities related to environment and land use management;
2. Soil and water conservation;
3. Water harvesting;
4. Mechanization extension;
5. Farm structures;
6. Agro processing; and
7. Training and supervising project staff.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

1. Served in the grade of Senior Assistant Agricultural Officer, or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three [3] years;
2. Attended a management course lasting not less than four [4] weeks from recognized institution;
3. Diploma in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Food Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Agricultural Education, Horticulture or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized qualification;
4. Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
5. Demonstrated a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Gender and Home management;
2. Land Development and Environmental Management;
3. Crop Development;
4. Projects Monitoring and Evaluation;
5. Extension , Research Liaison and Training; and
6. Promotion and development of Agribusiness activities.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

• Served in the grade of Assistant Agricultural Officer I/Chief Agricultural Assistant or in a comparable an relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years;
• Diploma in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Food Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Agricultural Education, Horticulture or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Overseeing the implementation of project work plans;
2. Preparation and execution of training programmes; and
3. Preparation and execution of farm plans to ensure efficient running of the farm.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

1. Served in the grade of Senior Agricultural Assistant or in a comparable and relevant position in the public Service for at least three (3) years;
2. Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education (KSCE) mean grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent;
3. Attended a two [2] year Certificate course in any of the following fields: Agriculture, Food Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized qualification;
4. Attended a departmental training course in participatory approaches or supervision; and
5. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. May be assigned a supervisory role over a number of Agricultural Assistants deployed in working units and/or projects; and
2. Organizing and coordinating agricultural activities in the area of deployment.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Chief Superintending Engineer (Water and Sewerage), for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution;
• Be a registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an Engineer;
• Current valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK);
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of water and sewerage engineering programs and projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Preparing professional and quality standards for construction of water supply and sewerage infrastructure;
2. Overseeing the construction of water and sewerage works undertaken directly or by contract;
3. Formulating, monitoring and evaluating requirements of physical and financial progress of development projects and programmes;
4. Verifying technical tender documents on water supply and sewerage infrastructure; and
5. Formulating water pricing policies and strategies for rural, urban and waste water systems.

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Requirement for appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

1. Served in the grade of Senior Superintendent (Water & Engineer) for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Three (3) years certificate in Technical Training from a recognized institution;

OR

1. Diploma in either Water Supply Technology or Water Engineering from a recognized institution;
2. Certificate in Supervisory Skills course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
3. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
4. Demonstrated merit and shown ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensuring availability of requirements for the operations and maintenance of water supply;
2. Preparing bills of quantities for water projects;
3. Checking the adherence to specification and standards;
4. Supervising complex water works;
5. Preparing water supply and sewerage programmes; and
6. Ensuring that work is progressing on schedule.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must:

1. Served in the grade of Chief Plant Operator for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. A valid driving license free from any current endorsement (s) for relevant class(es) of plants;
3. Passed Occupational Trade Test for Plant Operator;
4. Ability to operate two (2) plants of difficult rating’ A and two (2) Plants of difficult rating B;
5. Attended Refresher Course for Plant Operators lasting not less than one (1) week within a period of three (3) years at the Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBIT) or any other recognized Institution;
6. Attended First Aid Course lasting not less than one (I) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution; and
7. Demonstrated outstanding professional competence and ability in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Operating Plants of ‘difficult rating’ A and B;
2. Keeping records of inventory of all plants in a project/unit;
3. Formulating and administering working techniques;
4. Assisting in costing and evaluating small roads and accesses;
5. Preparing maintenance schedules for servicing of machines;
6. Organizing, managing and controlling operatives and equipment on a given construction project and unit;
7. Carrying out filter and oil changes and simple adjustments not requiring special tools and assisting in training plant operators; and
8. Manage staff in implementing programmes approved by the maintenance unit.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Livestock Production, Job Group ‘Q’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Animal Science and Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, Dairy Technology or Agricultural Education and Extension from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Animal Science and Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, Dairy Technology or Agricultural Extension from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application; and
• Shown outstanding administrative capability and professional competence required in managing livestock production services.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Coordinating extension activities which include field days, agricultural shows, field demonstrations, farmer field schools and farm visits;
2. Participating in development of public/private initiatives and overall policy formulation;
3. Preparing technical information in animal production, livestock marketing, range management, apiculture, and ranching;
4. Promoting economic livestock farming;
5. Resourcing in technical workshops and seminars;
6. Researching, inventing and advising on livestock production technologies and techniques;
7. Developing livestock production programmes/projects;
8. Preparing agribusiness, ranch and farm plans;
9. Establishing linkages with research institutions and other stakeholders on livestock production matters;
10. Coordinating conservation and utilization of range resources;
11. Overseeing extension activities;
12. Overseeing the implementation of livestock information management systems;
13. Coordinating monitoring and evaluation of livestock programmes;
14. Preparing technical papers and reports for professional forums and symposia; and
15. Participating in formulation of livestock bi-lateral/multi-lateral agreements.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Fisheries for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Fisheries, Zoology, Aquatic Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemistry or any equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Science or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting at least six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution;
• Knowledge of the Fisheries Policies, Fisheries Act and other related Statutes; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Coordinating fisheries extension services and co-management programs;
2. Analyzing, storing, and disseminating fisheries related reports;
3. Coordinating the implementation of fisheries development policies, programs and projects;
4. Liaising with the relevant stakeholders to design fisheries management programs;
5. Coordinating fisheries research in fish stock assessment;
6. Promoting fish marketing and value addition;
7. Evaluating monitoring, control and surveillance systems;
8. Participating in the implementation of bi-lateral projects and programs; and
9. Participating in negotiations of multi and bi-lateral agreements.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Principal Fisheries Officer for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Fisheries, Zoology, Aquatic Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemistry or any equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Science or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution;
• Knowledge of Fisheries development and management policies, Fisheries Act and other related Acts and international conventions; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Implementing Fisheries policies, projects and programs;
2. Organizing extension approaches and methodologies;
3. Implementing fisheries management measures;
4. Formulating, implementing and monitoring resource conservation intervention strategies;
5. Monitoring fish seed and feed production programmes;
6. Designing fish marketing strategies;
7. Promoting fish and fishery product value addition;
8. Monitoring and evaluation of fish projects/programmes;
9. Undertaking applied research;
10. Liaising with research institutions for research programs and dissemination of research findings;
11. Managing fisheries data bank; and
12. Coordinating resource utilization at the area of deployment.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Principal Livestock Production Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Animal Science and Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, Dairy Technology or Agricultural Education and Extension from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Animal Science and Production, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Science and Technology, Agriculture and Home Economics, Range Management, Natural Resource Management, Livestock/Agricultural Economics, Dairy Technology or Agricultural Extension from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in relevant Computer application; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities in initiating and implementing livestock production policies.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Organizing technical workshops, seminars and agricultural shows;
2. Guiding the preparation of technical papers and reports for professional forums;
3. Providing technical advice and information in animal production, livestock marketing, range management, apiculture and ranching;
4. Promoting economic livestock farming;
5. Organizing extension activities which include field days, field demonstrations, farmer field schools and farm visits;
6. Participating in collaborative research activities;
7. Analyzing livestock inputs and products samples;
8. Disseminating livestock technologies such as construction of livestock housing and structures, milk production, pasture and fodder production and conservation, farm planning, gross margin analysis, on farm feed formulation;
9. Implementing livestock production programmes/projects in such areas as dairy cattle farming, beef cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, rabbits, camels, donkeys breeding, fodder production and conservation, value addition to livestock products, apiculture, livestock breeding, nutrition, emerging livestock and other animal husbandry interventions;
10. Advising farmers on group formation, construction of farm structures and equipment;
11. Overseeing effective and efficient management and preparing work plans and budgets for either a sheep and goat station, livestock farm, mobile pastoral training unit, pastoral training center or livestock improvement and multiplication farm;
12. Preparing agribusiness, ranch and farm plans;
13. Participating in monitoring and evaluation of livestock programmes;
14. Collaborating with research institutions and other stakeholders on livestock production matters; and
15. Planning for conservation and utilization of range resources.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Senior Assistant Livestock Production Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Diploma in any of the following fields: – Animal Production, Dairy Science and Technology, Animal Science, Agribusiness, Animal Health and Production, Farm Management, Apiculture or Range/Natural Resource Management from a recognized Training institution;
3. Attended a Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in computer application; and
5. Demonstrated merit and shown ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

• Providing guidance during farm visits, practical demonstrations and farmer training on livestock production technologies and techniques;
• Organizing field days and agricultural shows;
• Guiding teams on effective provision of extension services to livestock farmers;
• Compiling livestock production reports relating to specific area of specialization;
• Carrying out collaborative research activities;
• Analyzing livestock inputs and products samples;
• Advising farmers on group formation, construction of farm structures and equipments;
• Disseminating livestock production technologies such as construction of livestock housing and structures, milk production, pasture and fodder production and conservation, farm planning, gross margin analysis, on-farm feed formulation;
• Guiding on the implementation of livestock production programmes/projects in specific areas such as dairy cattle farming, beef cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, rabbits, camels, donkey breeding programmes, fodder production and conservation, value addition to livestock products, apiculture, emerging livestock and other animal husbandry interventions;
• Advising on range planning, management and conservation;
• Ensuring provision of holding grounds services to the livestock traders; and
• Guiding operations in either a sheep and goat station, livestock farm, mobile pastoral training unit or livestock improvement and multiplication farm.

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Requirements for Appointment

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

1. Relevant working experience of seventeen (17) years in the Accounting, Audit or Financial field;

OR

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Accountant General, Job Group ‘P’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination

OR

1. Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
2. Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB);
4. Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution; and
5. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Making reports on outstanding audit reports in respect of County Ministries under the officer to the head of division for follow-up;
2. Periodic review of accounting systems and recommending necessary changes;
3. Ensure Asset registers are maintained by the County Ministries under their divisions;
4. Compiling reports on non-compliance by Accounting Units with standards and other financial regulations for action by the divisional head;
5. Compiling and maintaining an up to date list of staff for County Ministries under him/her;
6. Attending Public Accounts Committee hearings and maintaining and implementing status matrix reports on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) recommendations on County Ministries under him/her; and
7. Compiling Treasury Memorandum.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Senior Accountant, Job Group ‘L’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination.

OR

• Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of control;
2. Training and development of staff under him /her;
3. Setting targets for the division and may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to accounting services;
4. Assist in preparations of final accounts;
5. Ensure safe custody of Government assets and records under him/her;
6. Responsible for authorizing payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits;
7. Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of management reports that fall under his/her division; and
8. Responsible for providing guidance to officers under him/her to achieve the desired results.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;

1. served in  the  grade  of  Finance  Officer  I  for  a minimum period of  three  (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree  in  any  of  the  following  areas:  Commerce (Finance option), Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or Finance

OR

1. Any other Bachelor’s degree with Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) qualification;
2. a certificate in Public Financial Management from a recognized institution lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
3. Attended a Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
4. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Preparing County Ministries Budgets for  the  recurrent  and  development  votes;
2. Preparing quarterly expenditure forecasts  as  a basis  for discussions with the Treasury for release of funds;
3. Initiating proposals seeking funds for additional expenditure and reallocation of voted funds during the year;
4. Monitoring expenditure  and  projects  including  programme implementation  on  a  periodic  basis  and  ensuring  timely disbursement of funds;
5. Compiling of budget estimates;
6. Compiling of Fiscal returns;
7. Preparing of Fiscal reports;
8. Compiling of expenditure proposals; and
9. Compiling of Budget outputs and outcomes.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served at the level of Assistant Director- Economics/ Statistician, Job Group ‘P’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Demonstrated outstanding professional competence, ability and integrity as reflected in work performance and results;
3. Managerial experience necessary for effective management of staff;

OR

1. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honors Degree in Economics, or Economics and Mathematics, or Economics and Statistics from a recognized university/institution; o
2. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in any of the subjects enumerated at (i) above with a bias towards Computer Science, Operations Research, Survey Techniques and Demographic Techniques from a recognized university/institution; or
3. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization from a recognized university/institution; or
4. A postgraduate Bachelor of Philosophy degree in Economics or a postgraduate diploma or Master’s degree in subjects enumerated at (i)-(iii) above;
5. Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution; and
6. Attained qualifications in Economics and Statisticians of at least Masters of Arts (MA), Masters of Science (MSc) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) level or their equivalent recognized qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Responsible for the general direction of the economic planning function and production of statistical data;
2. Preparation of County Development plans, strategies, policies and programmes;
3. Monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes;
4. Collation and presentation of statistical data in the form of survey reports and bulletins in County Ministries; and
5. Direction, control and coordination of professional and supporting staff within the department.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served at the level of Senior Economist I/ Statistician I, Job Group ‘M’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honors Degree in Economics, or Economics and Mathematics, or Economics and Statistics from a recognized university/institution;

OR

1. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in any of the subjects enumerated at (i) above with a bias towards Computer Science, Operations Research, Survey Techniques and Demographic Techniques from a recognized university/institution; or
2. A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization from a recognized university/institution; or
3. A postgraduate Bachelor of Philosophy degree in Economics or a postgraduate diploma or Master’s degree in subjects enumerated at (i)-(iii) above;
4. Attained qualifications in Economics and Statisticians of at least Masters of Arts (MA), Masters of Science (MSc) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) level or their equivalent recognized qualifications;
5. Attended a Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
6. Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability coupled with appreciation of the County’s economic development needs and strategies and production of statistical data; and
7. Demonstrated high administrative capability coupled with broad experience in economic planning, policy analysis and research or the production of statistical data.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Economic planning;
2. Production and compilation of statistical data;
3. Initiation of economic planning policy; and
4. Collection and presentation of statistical data in the form of survey reports and bulletins.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Deputy Director, Audit for at least three (3) years;
2. Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting/Finance) Option or CPA Part II/CIA III;
3. Master’s Degree in Business Administration/Master of Science in Auditing and Consultancy;
4. Post graduate Diploma in Internal Auditing or its equivalent; and
5. Registration by the Institute of internal Auditors (IAA) or Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Efficient organization, control and supervision of the Department;
2. Responsible for the review of audit plans and programmes;
3. Reviewing budgetary reallocation process to ensure legislative and administrative compliance and advise accounting officers where commitments are entered into when there is no budgetary provision and inadequate funds;
4. Carrying out investigations on irregularities identified or reported and report on any wastage of public funds resulting from decisions which may not have been well planned, decisions made without being cost conscious and/ or general misuse or misappropriation of financial resources and government property; and
5. Develop and review audit guidelines and systems.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Chief Internal Auditor for at least three (3) years and is in possession of CPA Part III or CIA Part IV;

OR

1. Served in the grade of Chief Internal Auditor for at least three (3) years and is in possession of Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/Finance) option and holds a Post graduate Diploma in Internal Auditing or its equivalent

OR

1. Served in the grade of Chief Internal Auditor for at least three (3) years and is in possession of Master’s degree in Business Administration/Master of Science in Auditing and Consultancy;

OR

1. Served for at least five (5) years in the grade of Chief Internal Auditor and in possession of CPA Part II or CIA Part III;
2. Have demonstrated administrative capabilities and a high degree of competence in planning, conducting and supervision both financial and management audits as well as running a unit efficiently; and
3. Be a person of high integrity and has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Identifying activities subject to audit, coverage, evaluating their significance and assessing the degree of risk inherent in terms of the audit cost involved;
2. Determining adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems;
3. Carrying out investigations on irregularities identified or reported in audit reports; and
4. Ensuring Government assets are safeguarded and properly utilized.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Principal Supply Chain Management Officer for at least three (3) years;
2. Diploma in Supplies Management or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution;
3. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following:- Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing, Law or their equivalent from a recognized institution;
4. Master’s Degree in any of the following:- Procurement and Supply Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or any other relevant field from a recognized institution; and
5. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Planning, coordinating, organizing and controlling activities in the department;
2. Analyzing the impact of Supply Chain Management units;
3. Ensuring correct interpretation and implementation of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and other statutes, policies, rules and regulations that may impact on the Supply Chain Management;
4. Formulating of supply chain management policies; and
5. Assisting in the preparation of strategic plans.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Senior Supply Chain Management Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Diploma in supplies Management or its approved equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized Institution;
3. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following:- Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing, Law or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution; and
4. Shown administrative ability, wide knowledge and experience in procurement Procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the collection, collation and analysis of data from the Department and make appropriate recommendations thereof;
2. Analyze Supply Chain Management issues emanating from the department and initiate appropriate action;
3. Monitoring of the implementation of existing Supply Chain Management policies, guidelines and procedures;
4. Planning and coordinating Supply Chain Management activities in such areas as procurement, warehousing, distribution, fleet management, disposal of stores and assets, market survey and research, procurement plans, inventory and stock control; and
5. Involved in tender committee secretariat duties and implementation of policy decision.

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Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Supply Chain Management Officer I, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Diploma in Supplies Management or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution;
• A management course lasting not less than three (3) weeks;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following:- Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing, Law or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Planning and Coordination of Supply Chain Management activities in such areas as procurement, warehousing, distribution, fleet management, disposal of stores and equipment;
2. Market surveys and research;
3. Procurement planning; and
4. Inventory stock control.

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Requirements for Appointment

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

1. Served in the grade of Chief Library Assistant for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
2. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinating and implementation of work programs;
2. Overseeing indexing and abstracting of journal articles;
3. Operating current awareness service;
4. Editing of reports, newsletters and other publications;
5. Selection and purchasing of Library and other research materials in consultation with professionals and researchers;
6. Ensuring provision of facilities for efficient utilization of services required by users; and
7. Training, supervising and guiding of technical staff.

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Requirement for Appointment

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

1. Served in the grade of Senior Supply Chain Management Assistant I for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Diploma in  Supplies  Management  or  its  equivalent  qualification  from  a recognized Institution; and
3. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assisting in procurement, preparation of procurement plans, market survey and research;
2. Disposal of stores and equipment in accordance to the laid down regulations and procedures; and
3. Preparation of periodic and annual Supply Chain Management reports/returns.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Deputy Director, Culture for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film Studies, Kiswahili and Literary Studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film studies, Kiswahili and Literary Studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Formulating, implementing and reviewing policies, programmes and strategies relating to The Arts and Culture function;
2. Establishing and managing Arts and Cultural centers and galleries;
3. Promoting partnership, collaborations and approving plans for synergies with partners in empowering artistes;
4. Mobilizing resources and capacity building on Arts agenda;
5. Coordinating research on the Arts forms and disciplines;
6. Overseeing the establishment of the County Arts Council; and
7. Overseeing the financial and assets management of the department.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Culture for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film studies, Kiswahili and Literary studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film Studies, Kiswahili and Literary Studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Formulating, implementing and reviewing of related culture and Arts policies, programmes and strategies;
2. Mobilizing technical support for the execution of the divisions programs;
3. Undertaking research on the Culture and Arts forms and disciplines;
4. Promoting partnership, collaborations and approving plans for synergies with partners for empowering artistes;
5. Participating in local, regional, national and international programmes in performing, visual and literary arts; and
6. Coordinating the financial and assets management of the department.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Principal Cultural Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film Studies, Kiswahili and Literary Studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Performing or Visual Arts, Arts or Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Literature, Theatre and Film studies, Kiswahili and Literary studies, Kiswahili, English, Linguistics, Psychology, Management of Development, Cultural Tourism or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
6. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participating in the formulation, implementation and reviewing of culture and Arts policies, strategies and plans;
2. Developing project proposals for implementation;
3. Managing the and culture Arts centres and galleries;
4. Identifying and nurturing new talents; and
5. Initiating programmes with other Departments, Ministries, Regional and national and international institutions in matters related to The Culture and Arts.

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Requirements for Appointment

For Appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director – Sports for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Physical Education, Sports Science or Leisure and Recreation Management from a recognized institution.

OR  

1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Administration and Management equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Recreation Management, Exercise and Sports Science, Social Sciences, Management and Administration or equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
3. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
5. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. `

Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

1. Coordinating design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of sports programmes and activities;
2. Liaising with relevant stakeholders in mobilizing resources for sports programmes and activities;
3. Coordinating research and innovation in sports;
4. Ensuring annual work plans, procurement plans and budgeting for the department is undertaken;
5. Coordinating cash awards and honors scheme for sports persons and veterans;
6. Mainstreaming of sports affairs at local, national and international levels;
7. Liaising with stakeholders in the development of sports infrastructure; and
8. Ensuring efficient staff management, training and development.

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Requirements for Appointment

For Appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served in the grade of Principal Sports Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years.
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Physical Education, Sports Science or Leisure and Recreation Management, from a recognized institution.

OR     

1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with Post-Graduate Diploma in Sports Administration and Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Physical Education, Recreation Management, Exercise and Sports Science, Management and Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
4. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
5. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinating preparation of sports annual work plans, sports highlights and reports;
2. Organizing sports championships;
3. Coordinating establishment of youth sports centers;
4. Selecting teams and individuals for national competitions;
5. Partnering with public, and private organizations and individuals in developing Sports facilities in the County;
6. Liaising with sports federations, clubs and teams in conducting clinics to promote sports standards;
7. Recommending exceptionally talented individuals to Sports Department Headquarters, Sports Federations, clubs or sports academics;
8. Collaborating with Sports Federations to monitor doping in sports;
9. Conduction sports seminars, workshops, clinics, retreats and symposia for sports officials;
10. Coordinating budget preparations, human resource management and development;
11. Serving as Secretary to the County Sports Council;
12. Coordinate acquisition, distribution and maintenance of sports equipment and implements;
13. Participate in addressing sports complaints, petitions and disciplinary matters from federations and field offices;
14. Ensures maintenance of standards of sports goods and equipment; and
15. Participate in monitoring and evaluating sports programmers and activities in the County.

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Requirements for Appointment

For Appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

1. Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Principal Community Development Officer;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Community Development, Development Studies or any other relevant Social Science from an institution recognized in Kenya;
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Community Development, Development Studies or any other relevant Social Science from an institution recognized in Kenya;
4. Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
5. Membership to a relevant professional body; and
6. Demonstrated professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in startup and expansion of Youth, Women and PWD programs in the County;
2. Supervise the identification and registration of Members for Youth, Women and PWD program activities in the County;
3. Supervise implementation of the project activities according to strategy, proposals, budgets and plans;
4. Ensure compliance and adherence to Government policies and requirements;
5. Responsible for community mobilization/sensitization and other related activities;
6. Supervise preparation of periodic reports and other documents as required;
7. Supervise identification of training needs for Youth, Women and PWD;
8. Provide proposals on relevant training to meet identified needs;
9. Organize and conduct regular meetings with Youth, Women and PWD in view of improving the program activities; and
10. Update the youth group’s data base.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Deputy Director, Basic Education for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Arts or Science from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Education, Arts or Science from a recognized institution;
• Post graduate Diploma in Education from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Liaising with curriculum development bodies in the development, evaluation and implementation of curriculum for the ECDE centers;
2. Coordinating the articulation, interpretation and dissemination of policy issues, regulations and procedures on curriculum development, implementation and management in the County;
3. Evaluating and Monitoring implementation of curriculum in ECDE centers in the County;
4. Coordination of the management of curriculum in the ECDE centers in the County;
5. Ensuring implementation of National and County specific policies and legislation on ECDE;
6. Ensuring smooth running of the childcare provision within the County;
7. Ensuring the overall staff and organizational development for the various childcare facilities;
8. Developing partnership with the early years and childcare development experts to ensure the childcare provision meets the best practice for the early childhood development;
9. Developing innovative ideas and solutions to improve the delivery of the ECDE and childcare provision;
10. Liaising with donors and financiers on matters regarding construction and equipping of ECDE centers
11. Ensuring that childcare centers promote children’s holistic development, play and learning;
12. Ensuring that child protection policies and procedures are adhered to at all times in liaison with the children officer;
13. Ensuring that relevant support is given to staff development and training; and
14. Any other duty as may be assigned by a competent authority.

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Requirements for Appointment

1. Served in the grade of Assistant Director- Basic Education Job Group ‘P’ for a minimum period of three (3) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in Education, Arts or Science from a recognized institution;
3. Master’s degree in Education, Arts or Science from a recognized institution;
4. Post graduate Diploma in Education from a recognized institution;
5. Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
7. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will involve:

1. Liaise with curriculum development bodies in the development, evaluation and implementation of curriculum for the ECDE centers;
2. Coordinate the articulation, interpretation and dissemination of policy issues, regulations and procedures on curriculum development, implementation and management in the County;
3. Evaluate and Monitor implementation of curriculum in ECDE centers in the County;
4. Coordination of the management of curriculum in the ECDE centers in the County;
5. Ensure implementation of National and County specific policies and legislation on ECDE;
6. Ensure smooth running of the childcare provision within the County;
7. Ensure the overall staff and organizational development for the various childcare facilities;
8. Develop partnership with the early years and childcare development experts to ensure the childcare provision meets the best practice for the early childhood development;
9. Develop innovative ideas and solutions to improve the delivery of the ECDE and childcare provision;
10. Liaise with donors and financiers on matters regarding construction and equipping of ECDE centers
11. Ensure that childcare centers promote children’s holistic development, play and learning;
12. Ensure that child protection policies and procedures are adhered to at all times in liaison with the children officer; and
13. Ensure that relevant support is given to staff development and training.