County Assembly of Kakamega is one of the 47 County Assemblies in Kenya.
County Government of Kakamega constitutes; the County Assembly and County Executive.
The Assembly is the Legislative Arm of the County Government of Kakamega and draws its mandate and authority from the provisions of Articles 176 and 185 of the constitution.
The Powers are prov...
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SENIOR PRINCIPAL LEGAL COUNSEL – CASB 5 (JOB GROUP P)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 94,170
- House Allowance - 28,000
- Commuter Allowance - 12,000
- Leave Allowance - 10,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deputizing the Head of the Department;
- Formulating and interpreting regulations and policies;
- Coordinating the drafting of Private Members’ Bills;
- Coordinating the drafting of amendments to Bills to be proposed to the Assembly by any Member of the County Assembly or any Committee of the County Assembly;
- Giving legal interpretation of Acts and Bills, and generally giving legal advice on matters relating to the County Assembly;
- Providing legal advice to the County Assembly and its Committees;
- Ensuring that Bills passed by the County Assembly comply with the Constitution and other statutes;
- Liaising with the Office of the County Attorney on litigation matters involving the Assembly;
- Legal representation of the County Assembly and the CASB in court proceedings;
- Giving legal opinions on matters before or relating to the County Assembly and giving legal advice on commercial matters;
- Providing any other legal services that the County Assembly, its Committees or the Clerk may require;
- Carrying out legal research on matters before the Department;
- Overseeing all Assembly papers presented in the House in the course of debate; and
- Offering professional, legal advice to the members and staff on Parliamentary procedures on matters of tradition, practices, conventions and etiquette.
Requirements for Appointment
- Have served in the grade of Principal Legal Officer or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognised institution;
- Master degree in law or in any other relevant field from a recognised institution will be an added advantage;
- Be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Membership to Law Society of Kenya or any recognised equivalent professional body;
- Be in possession of a valid practicing certificate;
- Certificate in Strategic Leadership course lasting not less than six weeks from a recognised institution;
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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RESEARCH OFFICER I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and responsibilities
- Supervising and offering professional guidance to the subordinate staff within the department;
- Providing non-partisan professional research assistance and analysis to Members, Committees and staff of the County Assembly;
- Initiating and conducting anticipatory research and analysis on key policy issues;
- providing expert interpretation, explanation and analysis, including assessing the strengths and weaknesses of policy options;
- Maintaining an updated inventory of publications on current issues;
- Legislation and major public policy issues/questions;
- Ensuring quality control in the preparation of research papers, briefing notes and particular points of view; and
- Providing back-up to County Assembly committees.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Commerce, Social Sciences or relevant equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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FINANCE OFFICER I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Compiling, analyzing and formatting financial estimates;
- Taking initial action on budget monitoring;
- Preparing reports and briefs on budgetary policy issues from user departments.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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ACCOUNTANT I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Verification of vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules and regulations;
- Data capture and maintenance of primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers;
- Preparation of simple management reports such as imprest and expenditure returns;
- Safe custody of Assembly records and assets under him/her;
- Receiving duly processed payments and receipt vouchers;
- Writing cheques and posting payments and receipt vouchers in the cash books;
- Balancing and ruling of the cash books on a daily basis;
- Arranging for the withdrawal of cash for office use and ensuring safety of the same at all times;
- Extracting and providing cash liquidity analysis;
- Ensuring the security of cheques and cheque books;
- Preparation of expenditure and Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE);
- Paying personal and merchant claims guided by cash balances in the cash books and treasury regulations; and
- Receipting of all money due and payable to the government.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination;
- Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification will be an added advantage; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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ACCOUNTANT II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry and routine accounting work such as balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers;
- Safe custody of records and assets under him/her; and
- Assisting with documenting accounting processes to be included in the accounts manual.
Requirements for Appointment
- Diploma in Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
OR
- A pass in part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognised equivalent qualifications; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Taking stock of stores;
- Checking the stores’ issues against requisitions;
- Ensuring that goods delivered by suppliers are of the right quality and quantity;
- Delivering stores to other departments/divisions;
- Preparing payment vouchers for suppliers; and
- Distributing quotation requests.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, Business Administration, Logistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution; and
- Registered with a professional body (KISM) and in good standing.
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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Preparing stores requisitions;
- Updating the stores/stocks cards;
- Checking the stationery issues against requisition made;
- Ensuring goods delivered by suppliers are of the right/required quality and quantity;
- Delivering stores to other departments/divisions; and
- Preparing payment vouchers for suppliers; and distributing quotations requests.
Requirements for Appointment
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, Business Administration, Logistics or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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AUDIO TECHNICIAN/OFFICER I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in recording proceedings for County Assembly sittings at the chamber and committee activities;
- Assisting in taking proper notes during committee proceedings;
- Assisting in audio segmentation and archiving of audio files and records;
- Assisting in installing, maintaining, repairing and monitoring audio equipment in County Assembly chambers; assisting in transcribing assembly proceedings as necessary;
- Assisting in operating the Public Address system for its effective functioning;
- Assisting in providing audio recording services to plenary sitting and assembly committees in field work, site visits and public hearings to provide accurate information; and
- Keeping abreast with changing technology in recording and audio services.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Audio Engineering, Sound Technology, Television or Radio Production, Computer Science, Mass Communication, Multimedia Studies or related field;
OR
- Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Audio Engineering, Sound Technology, Television or Radio production, Computer Science, Mass Communication, Multimedia Studies or related field; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution
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AUDIO TECHNICIAN/OFFICER II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in routine testing of Audio-visual recording equipment in the Chamber and Committee rooms to ensure smooth running of operations;
- Assist in keeping digital recorders in a well-maintained and charged condition;
- Assist in recording County Assembly proceedings of the Plenary and Committees for accurate information capturing;
- Assist in testing and operating the Public Address system, before and after sessions begin, respectively;
- Assist in periodical maintenance of Audio recording systems in the Chamber and Committee rooms to ensure equipment is functional; and
- Assist in providing audio recording services to Assembly Committees during field work, site visits and public hearings to provide accurate information for decision support.
Requirements for appointment
- Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Television or Radio production, Computer Science, Mass Communication, Audio Engineering, Sound Technology, or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in helping hearing impaired individuals understand plenary and committee proceedings of the Assembly;
- Assist in facilitating communication with the deaf through sign language;
- Assist in providing accurate accounts of proceedings;
- Assist in drafting necessary departmental reports;
- Assist in liaising with the deaf community;
- Assist in providing a full range of interpreting/transliterating services for deaf/hard of hearing (HoH) employees;
- Assist in offering a variety of Sign languages (like American Sign Language (ASL), Contact Sign, and Conceptually Accurate Sign English, CASE) to facilitate communication;
- Assist in interpreting any conversation, meeting, and training session, and interviews or other requested event, including providing oral interpreting to employees who do not use sign language;
- Assist in enlightening staff on Deaf Culture and interpreter services; and
- Assist in implementing process improvement opportunities to improve on services to Assembly customers.
Requirements for appointment
- Certificate in Sign Language Interpretation, Communications, Sociology, Deaf Studies, Linguistics, Special Education or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent qualification; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA RELATIONS OFFICER II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J )
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Keeping calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media lists;
- Assisting in organizing and execution of events;
- Conducting research to support Public Relations planning;
- Drafting and distributing content such as newsletters and releases;
- Editing videos and presentations as assigned;
- Supporting relations with stakeholders, such as the media and vendors;
- Assisting in tracking media coverage or PR metrics such as web analytics;
- Inventing ways to streamline communication and plan execution; and
- Undertaking general administrative and clerical duties.
Requirements for Appointment
- Diploma in Public Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, Mass Communication, Marketing or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in computer applications from a recognised institution.
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ADMINISTRATION OFFICER I – CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
.Duties and Responsibilities
- Identifying and recommending proper accommodation of staff within the organization;
- Facilitating the location and movement of equipment;
- Implementing recommendations of security operations in the County Assembly premises;
- Ensuring office machines are serviceable;
- Implementing administration policies;
- Providing cross-functional liaison for Administration matters;
- Supervising catering services;
- Coordinating renewal of property insurance policies/visas/Transport Licensing Board certificates;
- Monitoring the location of the equipment;
- Ensuring efficient and effective utilization of Assembly assets and equipment; and
- Ensuring safety and security of Assembly assets and equipment such as vehicles, furniture, computers, kitchen and cleaning appliances etc.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Taking oral dictation;
- Word and data processing;
- Handling routine correspondences;
- Operating office equipment;
- Ensure security of office equipment, documents and records;
- Attending to visitors/clients;
- Handling telephone calls and appointments;
- Maintaining diary and scheduling of meetings;
- Ensuring an up-to-date filing system in the office;
- Supervision of office cleanliness; and
- Managing petty cash.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects: Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m)/, Computerized
- document Processing III; Business English III/Communications II, Office Practice II, Commerce II, Secretarial Duties II, Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III, will be an added advantage;
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council will be an added advantage;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Taking oral dictation;
- Word and data processing;
- Operating office equipment;
- Ensure security of office equipment, documents and records;
- Attending to visitors/clients;
- Handling telephone calls and appointments;
- Maintaining an up-to-date filing system in the office;
- Supervision of office cleanliness; and
- Managing petty cash.
Requirements for Appointment
- Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) from the Kenya National Examinations Council in Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m)/ Computerized Document Processing III; Business English III/Communications II; Commerce II; Office Practice II; Secretarial Duties II; and Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III will be an added advantage;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution;
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RECEPTIONIST II – CASB 10 (JOB GROUP J)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 33,900
- House Allowance - 7,500
- Commuter Allowance - 4,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintaining a daily record of visitors’ details;
- Manning the reception desk;
- Maintaining good ambience in the reception area;
- Responding to visitors’ queries;
- Recording and confirming visitors’ appointments;
- Receiving, guiding and directing visitors to designated offices and areas; and
- Issuing visitors’ passes.
Requirements for Appointment
- Diploma in Customer Service, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, Communication Management, Event Management, Front Office or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
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- Certificate in Customer Service, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, Communication Management, Event Management, Front Office or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution, with two years of experience;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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INTERNAL AUDITOR I - CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reconciliation of budgetary allocations with monthly expenditure summaries;
- Ensuring Government assets, including plant and equipment, supplies, stores, are appropriately recorded in the relevant registers and are maintained and kept safely;
- Undertaking a variety of audit assignments relating to the pre-audit of payments,
- Evaluation and review of internal control systems and report on any weaknesses;
- Evaluating the effectiveness of existing financial regulations and establishing the level of compliance in practice; and
- Compiling and preparing reports based on audit observations made in the section/team.
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
- Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination;
- Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification will be an added advantage; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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WARD LIAISON OFFICER - CASB 9 (JOB GROUP K)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 41,320
- House Allowance - 12,800
- Commuter Allowance - 5,000
- Leave Allowance - 6,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise Ward Office Personnel
- Ensure safe custody of Ward office assets
- Oversee allocation of Ward offices
- Schedule maintenance of Ward office equipment
- Prepare budget for Ward offices
- Control movement of Ward office equipment
- Submit quarterly and annual reports
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Law, Communication, Business Administration, Education, Commerce or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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CHIEF SUPPORT STAFF – CASB 14 (JOB GROUP E)
- Basic Salary Kshs. - 19,150
- House Allowance - 3,730
- Commuter Allowance - 3,000
- Leave Allowance - 4,000 (Payable once in a Year)
- Mortgage & Car Loan - As per SRC guidelines
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure offices and the compound are clean;
- Tending and maintaining gardens;
- Performing timely reprographic services;
- Ensure tea is prepared and served on time;
- Collecting and cleaning utensils;
- Collecting and disposing litter and garbage;
- Assist in drawing the duty roster;
- Maintain records of tools and equipment for cleaning and grounds maintenance;
- Facilitating movement of office equipment, furniture and ensuring its orderly arrangement;
- Undertaking messengerial services within and outside the County Assembly; and
- Any other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or any other equivalent qualification; and
- Skills enhancement course from a recognised institution.
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Terms of Service: One Year non-renewable Temporary Appointment
(1) Vacancies (15) – Degree Holders – Stipend – Kshs. 20,000
Requirements for Appointment for Degree Holders
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Law, Public Communication, Media Relations, Business Administration, Education, Commerce, Supplies Management, Security Management, ICT, Leadership, or any other related Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
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Terms of Service: One Year non-renewable Temporary Appointment
Vacancies (5) – Diploma Holders – Stipend – Kshs. 15,000
Requirements for Appointment for Diploma Holders
- Higher National Diploma or Ordinary Diploma in Social Sciences, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Law, Public Communication, Media Relations, Business Administration, Education, Commerce, Supplies Management, Security Management, ICT, Leadership, Social Sciences or any other related Diploma from a recognised institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
Method of Application
Detailed information, including job descriptions, minimum requirements, and application procedures, can be accessed on our website: www.kakamega-assembly.go.ke/careers. Applications may be hand-delivered at our ofces situated adjacent to the Kakamega Law Courts or submitted through email [clerk@kakamegaassembly.go.ke] on or before 31st July 2025 at 5.00 pm.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
- Applications should be accompanied by:
- a duly filled job application form which can be downloaded from our website www.kakamegaassembly.go.ke/careers;
- copies of relevant academic and professional certificates;
- a copy of the national Identity Card or passport;
- an updated curriculum vitae and other relevant testimonials;
- Commission for University Education (CUE) accreditation of a Diploma/Degree/Post-graduate Diploma/Post-graduate Certificate conferred by a foreign university/institution.
- Applicants are strongly advised against providing false/inaccurate information in their applications.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The County Assembly Service Board is committed to affording equal employment opportunities to all
- Kenyans in adherence to Article 232(1). Accordingly, the marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.
- Successful candidates will be required to present original academic and professional certificates, original testimonials, and current clearances from the relevant state agencies.
- Applications should indicate the position applied for and be addressed to:
The Secretary
County Assembly Service Board
P. O. Box 1470 – 50100
Kakamega.
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