Public Service
Commission of Kenya:
Applications are
invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below.
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications
The form may be
downloaded from the Commission’s websites.
Please Note
- Candidates
should NOT attach any documents to the application form. ALL the details
requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
- Only
shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing
in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- The
public service commission is committed to availing equal employment
opportunities to all kenyans.
- Women
and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
- Shortlisted
candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National
Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials
during interviews.
- Serving
officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment
to their current substantive post during the interview.
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P. O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi,
so as to reach the Commission on or before 30th May, 2012.
Vacancy in the
Ministry of Livestock Development
Chief Zoologist
Eight (8) Posts V/No.
137/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) at the grade of Principal Zoologist, Job
Group ‘N’ in the Public Service;
- a
Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines:- Zoology,
Entomology, Parasitology, or comparable qualifications from a recognized
university;
- a
Master of Science degree in any of the following disciplines:- Zoology,
Entomology, Parasitology, or
- comparable
qualifications from a recognized university;
- attended
a Senior Management Course lasting not less than Four (4) weeks in a
recognized Institution; and
- demonstrated
a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability in
Zoological policy implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level may be deployed to head any of the following; a district; a field experimentation station or a regional insect eradication programme within the country.
The officer may also
be deployed at the County Headquarters or a training institution or at the
Ministry Headquarters. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- designing
and directing regional programmes;
- advocacy
on human Trypanosomiasis and animal Trypanosomiasis;
- testing
of insecticide persistence and ecological impact of pest control
technologies;
- validation
of pest control technologies;
- undertaking
research in liaison with the other stake holders;
- development
of work plans and budgets; and
- supervision,
training and development of staff.
Vacancies in the
Ministry of Water and Irrigation
Senior Principal Chemist II
Four (4) Posts V/No. 138/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of, three (3) years at the grade of Principal
Chemist/Analyst, Job Group ‘N’ in the Public Service;
- a
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from a recognized University.
- attended
a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a
recognized institution;
- excellent
forensic, analytical presentation, interpersonal and communication skills;
- skills
in the use of modern computerized analytical equipment;
- strong
leadership skills and be a results oriented team player;
- knowledge
of the professional functions of the Government Chemist laboratories and
ability to work under minimum supervision; and
- demonstrated
a high degree of professional competence, administrative capacity and
leadership qualities required for effective running of the laboratory
service;
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:
- undertaking
projects and research on techniques and methods used in chemical analysis;
- carrying
out water quality and environmental pollution testing activities;
- preparing
scientific reports;
- giving
evidence in courts, and;
- supervising
and training staff working under him/her.
Senior Principal Water Research Officer II
One (1) Post V/No.
139/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.63,782 – Ksh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Principal Water
Research Officer, Job Group ‘N’ for a minimum period of Three (3) years;
- a
Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines from a recognized
university:
- Hydrology,
Meteorology, Geology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering. OR
- a
Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics or Computer Science plus at
least a post-graduate diploma in operational hydrology or hydrogeology.
- a
Master of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Hydrology,
Meteorology, Geology,
- Environmental
Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics or
Computer Science from a recognized university;
- attended
a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a
recognized institution; and
- shown
merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Senior Principal Water Research Officer II will be responsible to the Senior Principal Water Research Officer l for coordinating and controlling professional activities relating to Water Research, Science and Technology in a particular Science field/section existing within the Water Research Division;
Specific duties and
responsibilities include:
- reviewing
and updating water research, science and technology policies in the
country;
- supervising
and evaluating water research activities in his/her field of
specialization; and
- co-ordinating
and ensuring proper follow up strategies for water research.
Chief Superintendent (Mechanical)
Three (3) Posts V/No. 140/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior
Superintendent (Mechanical), Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in
the Public Service;
- a
diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Automotive) or any other relevant
qualification from a recognized institution;
- attended
a supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a
recognized Institution; and
- shown
professional competence and skills as reflected in work performance and
results.
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be deployed in the central workshop and be responsible to the Principal Superintendent (Mechanical). Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- supervision
of the design section;
- preparing
tender documents, budget control and implementation of new working
techniques;
- planning
and co-ordinating technical operations in the workshop; and
- training,
developing, and supervising staff under him/her.
Chief Water Bailiff
Five (5) Posts V/No. 141/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Water
Bailiff, Job Group ‘L’ in the Public Service;
- attended
a Supervisory skills Course lasting not less than two (weeks) in a
recognized Institution and;
- shown
initiative, competence and administrative capabilities in managing legal
matters related to water supplies and management;
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will assist the Principal Water Bailiff in the day to day running of the division. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- providing
legal advice to catchment boards;
- scrutinizing
catchment boards minutes;
- supervising
collected revenue from applicants, catchments boards and water Appointment
Board and prosecuting cases under the Water act (Cap. 372);
- supervising,
co-ordinating, organizing, and scheduling work for all officers under him;
and
- assisting
in the training and development of staff.
Chief Superintendent (Water)
Forty Two (42) Posts
V/No. 142/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m
(Job Group ‘M’)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior
Superintendent (Water), Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable position in the
Public Service;
- attended
a three (3) year technical course at Kenya Water Institute or in an
equivalent institution and have obtained an Ordinary Diploma or
Certificate in Water Technology or equivalent qualification;
- attended
a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a
recognized institution; and
- acquired
wide experience in the construction and maintenance of works;
- shown
initiative, competence and ability in work planning, financial control,
interpretation of bills of quantities and knowledge of Government
regulations, store procedures and supervision of personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Superintendent (Water) will be responsible to the Principal Superintendent (Water) for the running of water works programme and day–to–day administration of the Division. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
- administration
of contracts, including checking on the estimate costs of new water
projects;
- checking
the adherence to specifications and standards;
- ensuring
that the work is progressing on schedule; and
- supervising
complex water works development projects.
Chief Superintendent (Water Engineering)
Two (2) Posts V/No. 143/2012
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,275 – Ksh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- served
for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior
Superintendent (Water Engineering), Job Group ‘L’ or in a comparable
position in the Public Service;
- attended
a three (3) year technical course at Kenya Water Institute or in an
equivalent institution and have obtained an Ordinary Diploma or
Certificate in Water Engineering or equivalent qualification;
- attended
a Supervisory Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks in a
recognized institution; and
- shown
initiative, technical competence and administrative capabilities in work
performance;
Duties and Responsibilities
- The
officer at this level will assist the Principal Superintendent
- (Water
Engineering) on the day-to-day running of the design office and
supervision of work on site;
- Specific
duties and responsibilities include:
- planning,
designing, constructing and managing water and sewerage systems at all
levels; and
- supervising,
co-coordinating, organizing and scheduling work for all technical officers
to ensure the smooth flow of materials and work at group or sectional
levels;
- assisting
in training and development of other technical staff.