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Kisii County is one of the forty seven Counties of Kenya. It shares common borders with Nyamira County to the North East, Narok County to the South and Homabay and Migori Counties to the West.
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DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, CORPORATE SERVICES AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
J/G ‘N’
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The sub-county Administrator shall be responsible for:-
- Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administration functions at the ward level.
- Develop policies and plans at the ward level;
- Ensuring effective service delivery at the ward level;
- Initiate developmental activities to empower the citizenry at the sub-county;
- Oversee the safety and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of the Public Service;
- Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services
- Exercising any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen
- Be a holder of at least a Diploma with 5 years’ experience in administration and management or
- Be a holder of a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya with a working experience of not less than 2 years
- Have qualifications and knowledge in administration and management
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J/G ‘Q’
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The sub-county Administrator shall be responsible for:-
- Coordinating, managing and supervising of the general administrative functions in the sub-county level;
- Develop policies and plans at the sub-county level;
- Ensuring effective service delivery at the sub-county level;
- Initiate developmental activities to empower the citizenry at the sub-county;
- Oversee the safety and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of the Public Service;
- Facilitate and coordination of citizen participation in the development of policies and plan s and delivery of services;
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan Citizen.
- Be a holder of at least a master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Devolution, the County development objectives and vision 2030.
- Working experience of not less than 5 years.
- Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management.
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J/G ‘K’
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning and design or counter checking structural engineering designs of buildings and other public works being implemented by the County Government prepared internally or externally consultants;
- Preparing or supervision of preparation of all structural drawings and bar bending schedules for all structures being put up by the County Government;
- Check structural drawings submitted alongside building plans by anybody planning to erect a building within the county;
- Construction supervision/inspection and reporting all structural works to ensure standards are adhered to for safety and economy;
- Preparation of structural engineering specifications;
- Assessing existing buildings structural status for purposes of ascertaining safety of structures on ability to carry any preferred modifications and or extensions and advising the developer accordingly;
- Supervising other staff under him/her in the department section;
- Advising the project team on any structural changes necessary on plans/designs developed;
- Performing of any other duties as assigned by the County works officer.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan Citizen;
- Must have a Bachelor of Science/Engineering (BSc./ BEng.) degree in civil and structural engineering from a recognized university;
- Must be a registered Professional Engineer by Engineers Board of Kenya with current practice licence;
- Must be a cooperate member of Institution of Engineers Kenya (MIEK);
- Must have not less than 6 years’ experience in similar operations;
- Must have thorough knowledge on AutoCAD drafting operations;
- Should have basic knowledge on Microsoft office operations;
- Must have knowledge on use of latest structural design software’s;
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Must be highly skilled person with an eye for details and quality;
- A Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage;
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JOB GROUP ‘L’
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identifies project designs of new projects in consultation with the county director;
- Carry out emergency needs assessment, rapid and long term responses related to water needs and facilities in consultation with the supervising Engineer and County director;
- Prepare regular field visit, fortnight, monthly and annual reports;
- Advice on operation, maintenance and performance of equipment’s of all water projects;
- Keep up-to-date with changes in regulatory legislations and guidelines;
- Preparing bills of quantities and advertising tender documents and managing contracts in consultation with supervising Engineer and County director.
- Liaising with clients, contractors, government agencies, and suppliers;
- Supervising and training of staff and workers at the project sites;
- Conducting public awareness of current sanitation and environment issues;
- Ensuring work is done as per specification, on schedule and required standards;
- Supervising all water works within the area of jurisdiction.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- A diploma in water technology, water engineering, or any other related field from a recognized institution.
- A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field will have an added advantage.
- Experience in water development program /water services provision gained in professional work of a minimum of 5 years.
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J/G ‘H/J’
The holder of this position reports to the Drilling Engineer.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintenance of the rig and its auxiliary equipment;
- Ensuring proper operating practices of the rig equipment and its auxiliary equipment.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Diploma in Mechanical engineering.
- A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Microsoft office proficient.
- Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in drilling.
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JOB GROUP ‘K’
The holder of this position reports to the deputy director ground water Development.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provision of drilling engineering service during drilling operations;
- Procuring drilling materials, tools and equipment;
- Ensuring safety of the rig and personnel during drilling;
- Preparing drilling programs and coordination and supervision of drilling operations to ensure timely completion of wells /boreholes within budget.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- BSc. in Mechatronics engineering, Mechanical engineering, Civil/Water engineering or any other relevant field.
- Microsoft office proficient.
- Good leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
- At least 5 years’ experience in Drilling works.
- Registered with a recognized and relevant professional body.
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JOB GROUP ‘K’
Holder of this positions reports to the deputy director ground water Development.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out hydrogeological survey work;
- Preparation of survey reports;
- Supervision of borehole drilling works;
Basic responsibilities.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- A Bachelor’s degree in geology.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hydro geologic and borehole drilling works.
- Must be a licensed hydrologist.
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
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JOB GROUP ‘Q’
The holder of this position reports to the Director Water and Sanitation.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in assignment of work, check and manage work allocated to the staff under his supervision;
- Assist in coordinating and take responsibility of all work related to water and sanitation within the county
- Assist in programming and ensure all deadlines on water and sanitation infrastructure development and provision is met;
- Assist in formulating water control guidelines in accordance with the provisions of the water act review and initiate improvements in the county water policy framework;
- Help prepare, implement, monitor and evaluate water programs in the county;
- Assist implementing water and sanitation policy in the county;
- Assist in coordinating different units of water and sanitation sections in the County;
- Assist in planning of water resource development by forecasting and monitoring water usage and rainfall
- Assist in coordinating design activities including preparation of specifications tender contracts;
- Assist in coordinating water supply and sanitation daily operations in the county;
- Assist in liaison with stake holders and government agencies on program implementations;
- Assist in planning responses to specific weather conditions such as drought and floods and assess the impacts of such events on water catchment and supplies;
- Help in preparation of reports related to the water act and sanitation sector in the county;
- Attend meetings/fora for the department;
- Assist in supervision of water and sanitation projects within the county;
- Help enforcement of all rules and regulations established by the county government of Kisii in respect to construction, operation, maintenance, protection and use of public water supply and waste water infrastructure within the county.
- Ensure compliance to the national sector standards.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- A holder of BSc. Civil Engineering, Water and Environmental engineering or any other relevant field.
- A master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Must be able to design or oversee projects involving provision of portable water, disposal of waste water and sewerage infrastructure or prevention of flood related damage /disaster.
- At least 5 Years relevant experience of which 3 years should be in senior management position in the Water sector.
- Must be able to prepare environmental documentations for water resources.
- Must be able to prepare regulatory program compliance, data management and analysis and field work.
- Perform hydraulic modelling and pipeline design.
- Must be computer literate in relevant computer aided design knowledge and skills.
- Registered with relevant and recognized professional body.
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J/G ‘R’
The holder of this position reports to the Chief Officer Water and Sanitation.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To enforcement of all rules and regulations established by the county government of Kisii in respect to construction, operation, maintenance, protection and use of public water supply and waste water infrastructure within the county and ensure compliance to the national sector standards;
- Assignment of work, check and manage work allocated to the staff under his supervision;
- Coordinate and take responsibility of all work related to water and sanitation within the county;
- Program and ensure all deadlines on water and sanitation infrastructure development and provision is met;
- Formulate water control guidelines in accordance with the provisions of the water act review and initiate improvements in the county water policy framework;
- Prepare, implement, monitor and evaluate water programs in the county;
- Implement water and sanitation policy in the county;
- Coordinate different units of water and sanitation sections in the County;
- Planning of water resource development by forecasting and monitoring water usage and rainfall;
- Coordinate design activities including preparation of specifications tender contracts;
- Coordinate water supply and sanitation daily operations in the county;
- Liaise with stake holders and government agencies on program implementations;
- Plan responses to specific weather conditions such as drought and floods and assess the impacts of such events on water catchment and supplies;
- Draft performance reporting for Water Service Providers and other staff working in the Department;
- Prepare reports related to the water act and sanitation sector in the county; and
- Attend meetings/fora for the department.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- BSc. Civil, Water and Environmental Engineering or any other relevant field from a recognized University.
- A master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
- Must be able to design or oversee projects involving provision of portable water, disposal of waste water and sewerage infrastructure or prevention of flood related damage /disaster.
- Seven (7) years relevant experience of which 3 years should be in Senior Management position in water sector.
- Must be able to prepare environmental documentations for water resources.
- Must be able to prepare regulatory program compliance, data management and analysis and field work.
- Perform hydraulic modeling and pipeline design.
- Must be computer literate in relevant computer aided design knowledge and skills.
- Registered with relevant and recognized professional body.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Giving legal advice to and undertaking complete litigation on behalf of the County Government and undertaking complex arbitrations;
- Drafting and reviewing complex documents, local and international contracts and agreements;
- Providing legal advice and opinions to departments in the County Government;
- Drafting of complex Bills and subsidiary legislation; advising the County Government on legislative matters; and undertaking legislative drafting on behalf of the County Government Departments;
- Initiating and undertaking research on complex and emerging legal issues and preparing legal opinions briefs.
- Advising the County Government departments on legal policy issues; ensuring compliance with county, national, regional and international instruments;
- Ensuring compliance with the national values and principles of good governance and public service set out in Article 10 and Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
For appointment to the position of County Attorney one should:-
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
- Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya having a current practicing certificate.
- Must be a member of the law society of Kenya.
- Must have over ten (10) years professional and legal experience at a senior level in the Public Service or in a reputable private organization.
- Should have administrative and management experience at a senior level.
- SALARY: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission of Kenya’s guidelines.
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(TERMS OF SERVICE: SIX (6) YEARS CONTRACT, NON-RENEWABLE)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Delivering quality service to the citizens.
- Observing good corporate governance principles in the performance of your function.
- Regularly attend and participate in board meetings and committees where applicable.
- Reading, reviewing and making decisions on requests, board minutes, annual reports other reports, plans and policies presented before the Board.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the chairman from time to time.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
For appointment to this position, the person should:
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Be in possession of first degree from a University recognized in Kenya. (A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage).
- Have a working experience of not less than ten years in the relevant field.
- Demonstrate experience in human resource management and administration.
- Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
- Be a professional who demonstrate absence of breach of the relevant professional code of conduct.
- Not hold a Public or State Office.
- Understand the diversity within the County.
- Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
- Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
- Be a team player.
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(TERMS OF SERVICE: SIX (6) YEARS CONTRACT, NON-RENEWABLE)
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Overall in charge of the Board;
- Chairing Board meetings and signing of Board Minutes;
- Establish and abolish offices in the county public service;
- Appoint persons to hold or act in offices of the County Public Service and to confirm appointments;
- Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or acting in those offices as provided for in law;
- Advising the County Government on Human Resource Management and Development;
- Advising the County Government on implementation and monitoring of the national Performance management system in the county;
- Ensure a lean and efficient organization structure and facilitate the development of coherent integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county;
- Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission on behalf of the County Government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county public service employees;
- Ensure the preparation of regular reports on the execution of the functions of the Board as per Section 59 (d &f) of the County Government Act, 2012 and submit the same to the County Assembly;
- Evaluate and report to the County Assembly on the extent to which the values and principles outlined in Articles 10 and 232 are complied with in the county public service;
- Perform any other relevant duties as per the County Government Act.
REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
- Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
- A Masters’ Degree will be added advantage.
- Have a working experience of not less than ten years in Administration and Management.
- Demonstrate experience in human resource management.
- Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
- Be a professional with relevant code of conduct.
- Not a holder of a Public or State Office.
- Understand the diversity within the County.
- Be visionary and strategic thinker.
- Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
- Be a team player.
Method of Application
All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID Card, a detailed CV and copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials, to reach on or before 8th May, 2018 at 5.00p.m. and addressed to categories A and B respectively as shown below:-
The County Secretary,
Kisii County Government,
P.O Box 4550 - 40200 –Kisii, Kenya.
Or
The Secretary/CEO,
Kisii County Public Service Board,
P.O Box 1848 - 40200 –Kisii, Kenya.
Hand delivered applications should be handed over at the County Secretary’s office and County Public Service Board’s offices situated at old Kisii Municipal Building and Gusii Mwalimu Hotel, 1st Floor respectively.
NOTE: APPLICANTS FOR THE ABOVE POSITIONS ARE REQUIRED TO GET (VALID i.e. YEAR 2018)
CLEARANCE FROM THE UNDERLISTED ORGANIZATIONS TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF
CHAPTER SIX OF THE CONSTITUTION OF KENYA 2010.
- Kenya Revenue Authority.
- Higher Education Loans Board.
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
- Criminal Investigation Department.
- Credit Reference Bureau.
Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.
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