Latest Recuitment at Kitui County Public Service Board (CPSB)

JOB GROUP ‘CPSB 04’ 

Terms of service: Permanent

Requirements for appointment

1. Be a citizen of Kenya;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science, Records Management or its equivalent from an institution recognized in Kenya;
3. Relevant working experience of not less than (10) years, five (5) of which should be in Senior or Leadership position either in the public or private Sector;
4. Served in the grade of Assistant director, Records Management or any other relevant and comparable position in the public service for a minimum of three (3) years; and
5. Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in the management of the records function.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Deputy Director, Records Management will be responsible for:

• Initiation, development and implementation of Records Management policies and procedures;
• Liaising with Kenya National Archives and Documentation Services on appraisal and disposal of dormant records;
• Efficient and effective management of registry services;
• Ensuring security of information and records;
• Custodian of County Government records; and
• Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by a competent authority.

Salary Scale: The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to the above positions will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

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Terms of service: Contract

Requirements for appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supply Management, Contract Management, logistics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institutions;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Supplies Management from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supply Management, Contract Management, logistics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institutions;
• Relevant working experience of not less than (10) years, five (5) of which should have been senior management or leadership; Served in the grade of Deputy Director, Supply Chain management Services or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) and of good standing;
• Demonstrated high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in organization and management of Supply Chain Management function;
• Attended a strategic leadership development programme from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of the Supply Chain Management function;
• Possess thorough understanding of Supply Chain Management issues and emerging Supply Chain Management trends and techniques.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director, Supply Chain Management will be responsible to the respective Chief Officer for the following functions

• Introduction of systems that will facilitate effective and efficient management of Supply Chain function
• Provision of guidance on the Supply Chain Management policy matters to Ministries/Departments and Institutions;
• Developing a regulatory framework and standards;
• Updating existing rules and regulations in line with the changing environment such as laws and related statutes;
• Coordination of the administration of scheme of Service for Supply Chain Management Personnel;
• Reviewing of curriculum for the County Public Service Material Management Programme;
• Implementation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and other Statues, rules and regulations and ensuring adherence to the laid down procedures, rules and regulations;
• Analyzing the impact of Supply Chain Management policies, rules and regulations;
• Advising the Accounting Officers on Supply Chain Management standards;
• Participating in procurement planning and budget preparation;
• Advising the County on Supply Chain matters and interpreting of other laws and statutes that impact on supply chain Management Matters; and
• Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by a competent Authority.

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Terms of service: Contract

Requirements for appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Relevant working experience of not less than (10) years, five (5) of which should be in Administration or Management either in the public or private Sector;
• Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management; and
• A relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Municipal Manager will report to the Municipal Board and be responsible for the functions set out in the Urban Areas and Cities Act 2015 which include:

• Overseeing the affairs of the Municipality
• Developing policies, plans, strategies and programmes for delivery of services for approval by the Board;
• Formulation and implementation of integrated development plans as guided by the Municipal Board;
• Development and management of schemes, including site development in collaboration with relevant national and County agencies;
• Implementation of national and County legislation;
• Implementation of Board policies on control of land use, land sub- division, land development and zoning by public and private sectors;
• Promotion of infrastructural development and services within the municipality;
• Preparation for approval and implementation of the Municipal budget as approved;
• Establishment, implementation and monitoring of performance management systems; and
• Implementation of any other Municipal Board decision.

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JOB GROUP ‘CPSB 03’ (R) 

Terms of service: Contract

Requirements for appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• 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;
• Relevant working experience of ten (10) years five (5) of which should have been in a senior Human Resource Management position either in the public or private sector; Served in the grade of Deputy Director of Human Resource Management and Development or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service for a
• minimum period of three (3) years;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

An officer at this level will be deployed at the department responsible for Human Resource Management and Development. Specific duties and responsibilities will be as follows:

• Innovating and designing of human resource management and development strategies and translating them to policies;
• Introducing systems and management practices that facilitate efficient and effective management of the human resource management and development function;
• Initiating development and review of terms and conditions of service for the County Public Service
• Providing guidance on human resource management and development policy matters to County Ministries/departments and Institutions;
• Proposing performance improvement strategies that are adaptive to the changing environment and technology;
• Formulation and review of human resource management and development policies, standards and regulations;
• Initiating action on issues related to Collective Bargaining Agreements;
• Negotiating agreements with labour unions and monitoring their implementation;
• Ensuring compliance with labour laws;
• Implementing human resource management and development policies, rules and regulations and analyzing their impact on performance management;
• Advising Authorized Officers on delegated powers including constitution of relevant committees and panels;
• Coordinating the processing and verifying of the agenda and minutes for the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee;
• Ensuring that professional human resource management standards are maintained;
• Advising the Technical Departments in the County Ministries on career and Succession management, human resource planning and optimal utilization of human resources;
• Coordinating the preparation of Personnel Emoluments (PE) budgets;
• Coordinating the implementation of performance management systems including Staff Performance Appraisal System and the Rewards and Sanctions Framework;
• Coordinating in-service training;
• Ensuring the maintenance of Human Resource Information System including authorizing and safeguarding user rights;
• Payroll management including cleansing and audit;
• Coordinating and overseeing the preparation and presentation of agenda for Human Resource Management Advisory Committee and ensuring the implementation of the Committee decisions;
• Coordinating implementation of technical training assistance programmes;
• Forecasting skill and competency requirements including administration of competency tests;
• Overseeing preparation of training projections and plans
• Coordinating the preparation of human resource management and development reports; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned by a competent authority

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JOB GROUP ‘CPSB 02’ (S)

No of Positions: 12

Terms of Service: Contract

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, a person should:

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Be in possession of a relevant Bachelors’ degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a Master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be added advantage;
• Have at least ten (10) years relevant professional experience in the portfolio of interest, five (5) of which should have been in a leadership position or at a top management level in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Meet requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity; and
• Membership to a relevant Professional Association/body will be an added advantage.
  • A Chief Officer shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member in one of County Departments:
  • Infrastructure
  • Housing
  • Urban Development
  • County Revenue Collection
  • Medical Services
  • Public Health and Sanitation
  • Environment and Natural Resources

Duties and Responsibilities:

A Chief Officer will be in charge of administration of a County Ministry/Department. He /She will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer responsible for

• Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery;
• Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
• Developing and implementing strategic plans 
• Ensuring efficient and effective use of Financial and Human Resource, management of information systems and regular financial reporting as required;
• Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with other organs of governments, Ministries/departments, the private sector and other stakeholders to propagate sector development goals and County objectives
• Providing leadership in mainstreaming Information Communication Technology in the operations of the County Ministry/Department
• Promoting values and principles spelt out in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 in the operations of the Ministry/Department;
• Formulating and implementing effective programmes and plans to attain Vision 2030, Sustainable Development Goals and the County’s Five pilla manifesto
• Spearheading formulation of County policies related to specific Ministry’s mandate;
• Ensuring the achievement of the County goals and objectives and Inter-Governmental programs and projects; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the County Executive Committee Member.

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JOB GROUP ‘CPSB 02’ (S) 

Terms of service: Contract

Requirements for appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Bachelor of laws (LL.B) Degree from a recognized institution;
• Post graduate Diploma in legal studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• Relevant Master’s Degree is added advantage;
• Have at least five years’ experience as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The County Solicitor will the principal assistant to the County Attorney in the Execution of the duties set out in The Office of the County Attorney Act, 2020 which include:

• Being the principal legal adviser to the County government;
• Attending the meetings of the County Executive Committee as an ex-officio member;
• On the instructions of the County government, representing the County Executive in court or in any other legal proceedings to which the County executive is a party, other than criminal proceedings
• Advising departments in the County executive on legislative and other legal matters;
• Negotiating, drafting, vetting and interpreting documents and agreements for and on behalf of the County executive and its agencies;
• Responsible for the revision of County laws;
• Liaising with the Office of the Attorney General whenever need arises; and
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned by the County Attorney or other competent authority.