The Pest Control Products Board, a Statutory
Organization of Government invites applications from qualified candidates for
the following vacant position:-
1. Pesticide Inspector II
5 Posts
Scale PCB 8
Job Description
This will be the entry and training grade for Pesticide Inspectors. The officer will work under the supervision of a more experienced officer. An officer at this grade will be deployed in Inspection (Compliance) Division or Enforcement Division.
Job Description
This will be the entry and training grade for Pesticide Inspectors. The officer will work under the supervision of a more experienced officer. An officer at this grade will be deployed in Inspection (Compliance) Division or Enforcement Division.
At the Inspection Division, duties and
responsibilities will entail:
- carrying out inspection of quality of
pesticide and suitability of premises;
- processing of imports and exports permits;
and
- certifying that Pesticides handled from
manufacture to use have been approved and registered for use;
- sampling of pesticides;
- preparing field inspection reports and
premises licence; and
- certification of pesticides at ports of entry.
At the Technical Training and Awareness Division
(Enforcement) duties and responsibilities will entail:
- identification of awareness creation needs of
the public;
- preparation of training materials and programmes;
- preparation and distribution of IEC materials
in liaison with the Communication Officer;
- participation in Public awareness forums such
as agricultural shows, exhibition and field days; and
- preparing reports on the impact of training.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the
following disciplines: Agriculture, Environmental Chemistry, Chemistry,
relevant Biological Sciences, or any other relevant qualification from a
recognized institution; and
- Proficiency in computer applications.
2. Pesticide Registration Officer I
2 Posts
Scale PCB 7
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail
- evaluating efficacy, physical chemical and
toxicological reports, pesticide labels and preliminary dossiers;
- carrying out efficacy trials on pesticides and
completeness checks on technical dossiers;
- verification of imports/ exports applications;
and
- updating registration database; and
- guiding officers under him/her in undertaking
their duties.
Job Specifications
For promotion to this grade, one must have:
For promotion to this grade, one must have:
- served in the grade of Pesticide Registration
Officer II, for a minimum period of three (3) years;
- demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in
work performance and results; and
- Proficiency in database applications.
For direct appointment to this grade, one must
have:-
- served in the grade of Pesticide
Registration Officer for a minimum period of five(5) years three (3) of
which must be at the level of Pesticide Registration Officer I or a
comparable position;
- a Bachelor of Science degree in either of the
following disciplines: Agriculture, Chemistry, Environmental
Chemistry, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine or any other relevant
qualification from a recognized institution;
- a Master’s degree in any of the following
fields:- Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or any
other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in database applications.
3. Internal Auditor I
1 Post
Scale PCB 7
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include
- pre-auditing of payments documents to confirm
compliance with set internal controls;
- reviewing of internal control systems and
reporting on any weakness;
- undertaking specific audit assignments and
preparing detailed audit observation reports;
- checking on budgetary controls to ensure
compliance with the set budget and work plans;
- checking on internal controls on
revenue/Appropriation-In-Aid (A-in-A) collection to advice on deviation in
approved levels;
- confirming that the Board’s assets, plant and
equipment, supplies, stores are appropriately recorded and the registers
are maintained;
- carrying out risk assessment audit;
- implementing audit programs, analyze outcomes
and prepare reports on required changes;
- follow up on the implementation of
recommendations from the audit committee and external
auditors;
- carrying out investigation on alleged fraud
situations and make recommendations;
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, one must have:-
For appointment to this grade, one must have:-
- Three (3) years’ experience as an Internal
Auditor in a busy organization;
- Bachelor of Commerce Degree
(Accounting/Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized
Institution;
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) II or
Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) II or its equivalent qualification
from a recognized Institution;
- Attended a management course lasting not
less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
and
- Proficiency in Computerized Accounting
applications.
4. Accountant II
1 Post
PCB 8
Job Description
This is the entry level for Accountants.
Job Description
This is the entry level for Accountants.
The officer at this level will work under a senior
officer.
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
- preparing payment vouchers in accordance
with laid down rules and regulations;
- balancing the cash book;
- maintaining imprest ledger;
- bank reconciliation;
- assisting in preparation of cost and
management reports and records;
- reconciling accounts and conducting variance
analysis;
- preparing and dispatching customer
statements;
- opening new supplier accounts and making
adjustments to the existing accounts;
- receiving, authenticating and posting cheques
and banking slips;
- reconciling creditor’s accounts;
- the person can also be deployed as a cashier
in the Board.
Job Specifications
For an appointment to this grade, one must have:-
For an appointment to this grade, one must have:-
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce
(Finance/Accounting) or Business Administration (Finance / Accounting
option) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Certified Public Accountant Part I (CPA I)
5. Clerical Officer
2 Posts
Scale PCB13
Job Description
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. Work at this level will be subject to checks and verification from a senior officer.
Job Description
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. Work at this level will be subject to checks and verification from a senior officer.
Work at this level will include
- compiling of statistical records;
- Computation of financial or other statistical
records based on special source of information;
- Receiving, sorting out, filing and dispatching
of correspondence documents;
- preparation of personnel statistics /
accounting / procurement documents / landing base / registry / store /
library;
- sorting and dispatching mails;
- filing, shelving and retrieval of files;
- compiling data and drafting simple letters.
Job Specification
For appointment to this cadre, a candidate must have:-
For appointment to this cadre, a candidate must have:-
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) C- (minus) or its equivalent from a recognized Institution; and
- Computer Application skills.
How to Apply
Applicants meeting the above qualifications should send their applications by hard copy giving full details of their age, qualifications, experience, present and expected remuneration, full contact address including daytime telephone number, detailed C.V., copies of certificates, national ID and testimonials and addresses of three referees.
The applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer/ Secretary
P.O.Box13794-00800
Nairobi
Applicants meeting the above qualifications should send their applications by hard copy giving full details of their age, qualifications, experience, present and expected remuneration, full contact address including daytime telephone number, detailed C.V., copies of certificates, national ID and testimonials and addresses of three referees.
The applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer/ Secretary
P.O.Box13794-00800
Nairobi
so as to reach the undersigned on or before 7th January, 2015.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
No e-mails!