Vacancies at Kakamega County

Duties and Responsibilities

• Verification of vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules and regulations;
• Data capture, maintenance of primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers and preparation of simple management reports;
• Safe custody of programme records and assets;
• 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 daily basis;
• Preparation of reconciliations of bank statements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, biannual & annual financial reports
• Process invoices

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option) or Business Administration (Accounting Option)

OR

• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification;
• Proven work experience as Finance officer or similar role
• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
• Strong ethics with an ability to manage date

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. – 40,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Locating and seizing chances to enhance and update software and systems
• Conducting routine evaluations of networks and data security
• Running routine systems operations report and sharing them with the programme Director.
• Writing and testing simple computer programs
• Assisting in implementation of the computer systems
• Providing user support and training users
• Repair and maintenance of ICT equipment
• Help define IT infrastructure strategy architecture and processes

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in any of the following fields: computer science, electrical/electronic engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• KSCE mean grade C (plain) with at least a C- in mathematics and English/Kiswahili or its approved equivalent.
• Experience leading and managing large IT infrastructure across various technologies
• Excellent working knowledge with computer systems, security, networks, system administration, database and data storage systems.
• Strong critical thinking and decision making skills
• Excellent programme management skills and strong ability to prioritise.
• Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. – 33,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• File and update contact information of employees, customer, supplies and external partners
• Support and facilitate the completion of regular reports
• Word and data processing;
• Operating office equipment;
• Attending to visitors/clients;
• Handling telephone calls and appointments and undertaking occasional receptionist duties
• Ensuring security of office records;
• Manage the daily, weekly and monthly agendas

Requirements for Appointment

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C-(minus)
• Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) Stages I, II and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects:
  • Typewriting II (40 w.p.m) /Computerized Document Processing II:
  • Business English I/Communications I;
  • Commerce I;
  • Office Practice I;
  • Secretarial Duties II;
  • Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institutio

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. 30,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Collecting statistical records for the programme.
• Sorting, filing incoming mail & dispatching correspondence;
• Maintaining an efficient filing system;
• Processing appointments letters, discipline, transfers and other related duties in Human Resource Management;
• Computation of financial or statistical records based on routine or special sources of information;
• Undertaking basic bookkeeping tasks and issues invoices and checks
• Preparing payment vouchers;
• Compiling data and drafting simple letters;
• Assist in office management and organization procedures
• Monitor stocks of office supplies (papers, clips, stationary etc)
• Perform other office duties as assigned.

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) or its approved equivalent
• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Business Administration (KATC), Supply chain management or Records Management.
• A good knowledge of Ms office/ computer Applications
• A good organizational and multitasking abilities

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. -30,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to develop and implement an effective communication strategy based on targeted audience.
• Information gathering, establishing and maintaining effective relationship with journalists and maintain media database
• Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics
• Verifying information authenticity,
• Editing and dispatching the information for dissemination to the public and media under the guidance of a senior officer.
• Manage conflict as it arises and escalate to management

Requirements for Appointment

• Have Kenya Certificate of Education (KCSE) mean grade C with a minimum of C+ in English or Kiswahili
• Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations, Communication Studies, Public Relations or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• Relevant experience in communication
• Knowledge of desktop publishing software
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Be proficient in Microsoft office content management system and media platforms.
• Fluency in English (writing, speaking and reading) is required

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. – 33,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Relevant experience in communication role;
• Open, sorts files and simple clerical tasks
• Proper arrangement of offices;
• Sort mails and distributing to appropriate employees
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) minimum mean grade of D+ (plain);
• Have good communication skills.
• Integrity and discretion when working with sensitive employees and customer details

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. 20,000p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Ensuring cleanliness of the working environment;
• Preparation of tea;
• Delivering mails;
• Opening and closing of office doors at the end of working hours;
• Proper arrangement of offices;
• Ensuring cleanliness of office linen;
• Carrying out messengerial duties;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) minimum mean grade of D (Minus);
• Have good communication skills.
• Customer service skills
• Ability to organise time and workload

NOTE:

• Occupation Trade Test III for drivers conducted by the Ministry of Roads and Public works, and a valid driving licence free from any infractions for motorcycle riders will be an added advantage.

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. 16,000 p.m.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordination of programs and the activities
• Monitor implementation of programme goals
• Ensure smooth running and coordination of the programme in various areas of jurisdiction
• Coordinate programme communication in sub counties
• Overseeing the development of programme deliverables
• Monitoring action plans and processes
• Support programme growth and development where necessary
• Attending staff meetings and taking minutes
• Delegating tasks to appropriate team members

Requirements for Appointment: -

• Must be a resident of Kakamega County
• Leadership, coaching and mentoring of staff skills
• Client interpersonal skills
• Innovation mind-set skills management
• Time management
• Process management and improvement

NOTE

• Kakamega County is an equal employer and therefore all candidates with the necessary requirements are encouraged to apply
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualifications

Monthly consolidated Stipend: Ksh. 50,000 p.m