County Government of Kirinyaga
County Public Service Board
The Kirinyaga County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions.
The Kirinyaga County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions.
Protocol Officers, Office of the Governor
3 Posts
Job Group J,K, L
Job Ref: CPSB/16/09/2014
Reporting to the Director of
Communications, the protocol officer will be responsible for public relations,
media liaison, and protocol services in the County and Governor’s Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Handling all aspects of visits, conferences,
tours and social functions initiated within the office
- Arranging travel for the governor including
scheduling travel, preparing trip folders, arranging bulleting, and
preparing itinerary
- Scheduling events, determining need for
audiovisual equipment, gathering of biographies and guest information,
preparing agendas, and setting up locations
- Assist in the development of media plans,
distributing and following up on medial releases, booking interviews and
liaising with the media
- Drafts routine official and social
correspondence related to protocol and events
- Provides back-up support to the Director of
Communication when needed.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by
Director of Communications
Requirements for appointment
- Be holder of a bachelors in any of the
following Disciplines; Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations,
Corporate communications or related qualifications from a University
recognized in Kenya
- Diploma holders with relevant work experience
will be considered
- Relevant progressive work experience of not
less than 3 years
- Must have a very good working knowledge of the
general etiquette and social standards
- Excellent written and oral communication
skills
- Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the
Constitution of Kenya 2010
- Proficient in ICT tools
Drivers
10 Posts
Job Group E
Job Ref: CPSB/17/09/2014
Duties and Responsibilities
- Driving motor vehicles as authorized
- Safety of passengers and goods
- Maintaining work tickets for motor vehicles as
authorized
- Detecting and reporting motor vehicles of
vehicle systems
- Maintaining cleanness of motor vehicles
- Ensuring security of vehicle on and off the
road
- Checking routine checks of vehicle systems
Requirements for appointment
- Minimum KCSE Grade D or its Equivalent
- Valid driver’s license class BCE
- Certificate of Good conduct
- Minimum three years of driving
Added advantage
- Defensive driving Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Enforcement Officer (III)
Job Group E
40 Positions
Job Ref: CPSB/18/09/2014
Duties and Responsibilities
- Patrol/guarding of access points
- Providing market security
- Providing security to revenue collectors
- Protection of County Government property
against theft and destruction
- Detection of unauthorized officers and
vehicles
- Provide mutual aid and assistance to other law
enforcement agencies as requested
- The officer should be able to control crowds,
collect information, and report on matters of security
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, the
applicant must:
- Be in possession of at least Kenya Certificate
of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D- (minus) or its approved
equivalent;
- Be physically and mentally fit, and
- Have no past criminal record
- Security/National Youth Service Training will
be an added advantage.
Terms of Employment - Permanent
How to Apply
All applications should be sent by
post quoting the job reference number on the subject of the application and on
the envelop.
Applications can also be hand
delivered to the County Governor’s office, Kirinyaga at the County Public
Service Board Office on or before 12th September 2014.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original National Identity Cards and Testimonials, Clearance Certificates from CID, HELB, KRA, EACC, CRB and Professional Body during the interview.
The Kirinyaga County Government is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities and other disadvantaged persons who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.
The Salary and benefits attached to each post may be subject to review as would be advised by Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
Secretary
Kirinyaga County Public Service Board
P.O Box 260
Kutus