Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) Job Vacancies

1.     Manager,Human Resource Development

2.     Senior Manager, Internal Audit

3.     Printing Assistant

4.     Senior Manager, Procurement

5.     Senior Officer, (Stores Management)\

6.     Senior Officer, Procurement (Purchasing)

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act [2006]. It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistics. As a leader in the collection of official statistical information and its custody, it also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:

1. Job Title: Manager, Human Resource Development
KNBS Level 4 Ref: KNBS/MHRD

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Senior Manager, Human Resource Management and Development, the officer will oversee all activities relating to Human Resource Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of the KNBS Training policy;
• Forecasting skills requirements, undertaking training needs assessment and implementation of the same;
• Preparation of the human resource development plans, training projections and budgets;
• Organizing all training functions in consultation with the line managers;
• Monitoring and evaluation of all training programmes;
• Induction of all new staff;
• Maintenance of an up-to-date databank on Human Resource Development activities;
• Secretary to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics training committee;

Minimum Requirements

• Be a holder of a first degree in Social Sciences from a recognized University;
• Must have a professional qualification in Human Resource Management;
• A Masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• 4 years experience in Human Resource Development;
• Conversant with Public Service Human Resource Development Circulars;
• Be computer literate
• Be 45 years or below.

2. Job Title: Senior Manager, Internal Audit
KNBS Level 3 Ref: KNBS/IARM

Job Purpose: The Officer will be responsible to the Audit Committee for all technical/professional aspects and will be reporting to the Director General on administrative issues. The officer will oversee all activities relating to Internal Audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct systems audits to provide reasonable assurance that the organizations’ operating systems such as cash management, procurement, transport, revenue/AIA among others are functioning effectively;
• Conduct Risk Based Audits (RBA) to provide reasonable assurance that risk management processes and structures put in place by management are functioning effectively;
• Provide consulting services to the Bureau in developing appropriate risk management, control and governance frameworks;
• Conduct value for money (VFM) performance Audit geared towards economic, effective and efficient use of public resources and sound management of public expenditure;
• Conduct IT supported audits, including payroll audits with a view to enhancing internal controls in a computerized environment;
• Review, analyze and evaluate budgetary allocation and re-allocations process and periodical budgetary performance reports submitted to Treasury by the Bureau;
• Review and evaluate Annual Appropriation Accounts, Fund Accounts, and Statements of Assets & liabilities before they are submitted to Controller and Auditor General by the Director General;
• Verify and analyze periodical financial returns that are required to be submitted to Treasury by the Bureau from time to time;
• Provide secretarial support to the KNBS Audit Committee Carry out investigations/special audits on irregularities identified or reported on any wastage of public funds;
• Conduct periodic Public Expenditure Tracking Surveys (PETS) on specific programmes in different sectors to ascertain economical, effective and efficient utilization of resources.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Com degree in Accounting or other related areas with over 10 years experience in internal audit in a large organization and a Masters degree in Finance; Must possess professional qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA.
• Must be a member of a professional body;
• Possess knowledge of computerized management and financial systems;
• Experience at senior level of management dealing with the audit committee and the board;
• Possess excellent analytical and interpersonal skills with a good sense of judgment and initiative;
• Experience in managing resources of an internal audit department to ensure delivery on key performance areas in audit and risk management;
• Be 50 years or below.

Job Title: Printing Assistant
KNBS Scale 7 Ref: KNBS/PA

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager, library services, the officer will be performing activities relating to printing.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, production and control of assigned printing works;
• Ensuring security and safety of all printed documents such as survey materials, and questionnaires among others;
• Maintenance of the printing work log and the work assigned;
• Carrying out routine machine maintenance;
• Management of all accessories in the printing room;

Minimum Requirements

• Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C or its equivalent;
• Have passed Trade Test I in printing from a recognized institution; A diploma in printing will be an added advantage; 5 years experience in printing work;
• Be computer literate;
• Be 45 years or below.

4. Job Title: Senior Manager, Procurement
KNBS Level 3 Ref: KNBS/SMP

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Director General, the officer will oversee all activities relating to procurement and disposal of identified assets at the KNBS.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementation and enforcement in the Bureau of the Public Procurement Act and Regulations.
• Development of the Bureau’s procurement and Disposals plan and ensuring its implementation;
• Secretary to the KNBS tender committee;
• Maintenance of Suppliers and materials data base; Conducting stock taking in the Bureau;

Minimum Requirements

• Be in possession of a Masters Degree in Finance, Business Administration or any other related area from a recognized institution;
• Must have a B. Com or related degree;
• Must have a Professional qualification and be a member of a recognized institute of purchasing and supply;
• Must have 10 years experience in Procurement and supply management in a large institution
• Possess excellent analytical and interpersonal skills with a good sense of judgment and initiative;
• Have a knowledge of computerized management and financial systems
• Have working knowledge of Public Service procurement regulations
• Be 50 years or below.

5. Job Title: Senior Officer, (Stores Management)
KNBS Level 6 Ref: KNBS/SOPSM

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance, the officer will perform all activities relating to Stores Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure receipt of materials in accordance with specifications and purchase documents;
• Ensure issuance of materials on approved requisitions;
• Ensure maintenance of accurate and up to date stores records;
• Alert Senior Manager, Finance on stock replenishment levels, slow moving materials and unserviceable materials; Conduct regular stock taking exercises;
• Secretary, Receiving and Acceptance Committee; Capture all stores received and issued in Pastel;
• Maintain an inventory of office equipment, machines, motor vehicles, furniture and fixtures;

Minimum Requirements

• Have first degree in Commerce or in another related area from a recognized University;
• Be a holder of Diploma in Store Keeping, Purchasing and Supply or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Must be a member of a recognized institute of purchasing and supply ;
• 6 years experience in the procurement and stores field;
• Be familiar with workings of computerized procurement systems;
• Be familiar with Public Service procurement regulations;
• Be 40 years or below.

6. Job Title: Senior Officer, Procurement (Purchasing)
KNBS Level 6 Ref: KNBS/SOPP

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager, Procurement, the officer will perform all activities relating to purchasing of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of tender documents, Request For Proposals (RFP) documents and Request For Quotations (RFQ);
• Purchase of quality materials at competitive prices;
• Maintenance of up to date purchasing records;
• Custodian of purchase documents LPOs, LSOs;
• Secretary to tender and quotations opening committee;
• Preparation, circulation and scheduling of quotations;
• Maintain a database of prequalified Suppliers.

Minimum Requirements

• Have first degree in Commerce or related area from a recognized University;
• Be a holder of diploma in purchasing and supply or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Must be a member of a recognized institute of purchasing and supply ;
• 6 years experience in the procurement field;
• Be familiar with workings of computerized procurement systems;
• Be familiar with Public Service procurement regulations;
• Be 40 years or below.

Gross salary scales for the levels are as follows:-

• Level 3:-  Kshs. 184,300 – 263,490p.m.
• Level4;- Kshs.122,610-171,967p.m.
• Level 6:- Kshs.58,620 – 81,966p.m.
• Level 7:- Kshs.49,034 – 65,955p.m.

Applicants should submit Application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, full names and contacts of three (3) referees, daytime contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials.

The reference number for the post applied should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:-

The Director General

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

P. O. Box 30266-00100

Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 102

Nairobi

Applications must be received not later than 24th May 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics