Senior
HR Officer
Duties
The successful candidate will be
required to:
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Compile information relating to
recruitment, appointments, promotions, transfers and human resource management
information systems,
·
Implement human resource management
decisions within existing rules, regulations and procedures,
·
Process cases for the Staff Advisory
and Training Committees and implementing decisions thereof,
·
Carry out training needs assessment,
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Undertake evaluation of training
programmes,
·
Update and maintain human resource
management and development records, and
·
Manage human resource information
system.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position
of Senior Human Resource Management
Officer will be an individual with:
Officer will be an individual with:
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A Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Human Resource Management; Human Resource Development;
Personnel Management; or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution,
·
A Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public
Administration, Commerce with
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A Post graduate Diploma in Human
Resource Management/Development or Certified Public Secretaries Examination
Part III or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
·
A certificate in Computer Application
Skills from a recognized institution,
·
Minimum relevant experience of at
least three (3) years,
·
Membership to a relevant professional
body, and
·
A certificate in Supervisory lasting
not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.
Principal Procurement Officer
Reporting to the Campus Director, the
Principal Procurement Officer will assist in the procurement planning and
implementation of procurement policies, procedures and guidelines.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be
required to:
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Implement procurement policies,
regulations and procedures,
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Prepare and update assets database,
·
Ensure compliance with regulatory
requirements and ethical standards, relating to procurement of goods, services
and works,
·
Implement an e-procurement system,
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Maintain a catalogue of items
identified for disposal,
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Ensure that market surveys and
research are conducted,
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Prepare purchase orders and ensuring
timely delivery of goods and services,
·
Ensure timely opening and evaluation
of tenders and quotations,
·
Carry out supplies evaluation and
appraisals,
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Co-ordinate warehousing of goods and
equipment,
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Monitor distribution of goods, and
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Ensure proper stock control and
inventory management.
·
Perform any other duties assigned by
the Campus Director.
Skills
The ideal candidate for the position
of Principal Procurement Officer will be an individual with:
·
Relevant experience for a minimum
period of three (3) years,
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A Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Purchasing and
Supplies Management; Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Contract
Management; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics
Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
·
A Master’s degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Business
Administration (Purchasing and Supplies) or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution,
·
Member of a recognized Purchasing and
Supplies Management Professional Body,
·
A certificate in Senior Management
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
·
A certificate in computer applications
from a recognized institution, and
·
Perform any other duties assigned by
the supervisor.
Principal Accountant
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the
Principal Accountant will assist in budgeting, prudent utilization of
resources, and financial reporting.
Duties
The successful candidate will be
required to:
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Prepare financial statements and
schedules,
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Complete monthly closing procedures,
·
Analyze and record daily revenues and
expenses,
·
Undertake monthly reconciliation of
bank and other accounts,
·
Periodically analyze financial
performance,
·
Submit financial and tax reports for
audit,
·
Prepare tax returns and other
reporting requirements,
·
Monitor and document internal
controls, and
·
Undertake other tasks assigned by the
Finance Manager.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position
of Principal Accountant will be an individual with:
·
A Master’s Degree in Accounting or
Finance,
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A CPA (K) qualification,
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Five years of experience in a busy
accounting or finance function,
·
ICPAK membership,
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills,
·
Initiative and ability to work
independently,
·
Ability to build and work with teams,
and
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Knowledge of working with accounting
software.
Information Systems Auditor
Duties
Reporting to the Principal Internal
Auditor, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following,
amongst others:-
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Carry out routine and special systems
audits,
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Evaluate information system processes
for efficiency, completeness and accuracy,
·
Analyze information systems and
business protocols to ensure they are in tandem with each other,
·
Ensure acquisition, deployment and
disposal of hardware and software are done in accordance with Kenya School of
Government policy,
·
Review and providing assurance on
Information Security of the School,
·
Monitor and evaluate utility of ICT
facilities within the School, and Perform any other duties assigned by the
Principal Internal Auditor
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position
of Information Systems Auditor will be an individual with:
·
A Degree in Computer Science,
Information Systems, Business or equivalent,
·
A Certified Information Systems
Auditor (CISA)certificate,
·
Knowledge of Computer Assisted Audit
Techniques (CAATs),
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Two (2) years relevant experience,
·
Excellent analytical skills, and
·
Excellent communication and report
writing skills
Principal Internal Auditor
Duties
The successful candidate will be
required to:
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Prepare Audit Reports for areas
audited as per the approved Annual work plan for review by the Internal Audit
Manager,
·
Develop Risk based Annual audit plans
detailing the scope, nature and timing of audit activities,
Supervise and mentor staff working under him/her,
Supervise and mentor staff working under him/her,
·
Develop and design an audit test and
programs in consultation with Internal Audit Manager,
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Carry out internal Audits to assess
the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the established internal controls
and procedures,
·
Review the accuracy, timeliness and
relevance of financial information and other disclosures provided to
management,
·
Participate in the preparation of
quarterly reports to the Audit and Risk Management Committee and ensure the
reports are timely,
·
Identify key areas of risks within
the School and propose controls to mitigate the risks, and
·
Monitor reviews and follow-up on
agreed audit recommendations logged from previous audit.
·
Perform any other duties assigned by
the Internal Audit Manager.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position
of Principal Internal Auditor will be an individual with:
·
An experience of at least three (3)
years in position of a Senior Internal Auditor or equivalent,
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A Bachelors’ degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Commerce (Accounting option), Commerce (Finance
option), Business Administration (Accounting option) or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution.
·
A Master’s Degree in Business
Administration or equivalent from recognized institution is an added advantage,
Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or Part III of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or Part III of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
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Membership of a professional
association in good standing,
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A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
and a member of Institute of Internal Auditors,
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A Certificate in computer application
skills from a recognized institution, and
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An outstanding professional
competence in audit work as reflected in work performance and results.
Drivers
Duties
The successful candidate will be required
to:
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Drive a motor vehicle as authorized,
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Carry out routine checks on the
vehicle cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc.,
·
Detect and report malfunctioning of
vehicle systems,
·
Maintain work tickets for vehicles
assigned,
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Ensure security and safety for the
vehicle on and off the road,
·
Carry authorized passengers and/or
goods, and
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Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle.
Qualifications
The ideal candidates for this
position will be an individual with:
·
A Kenya Certificate of Secondary
Education certificate with a mean Grade of D- (Minus) or its equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution,
·
A valid Driving Licence Certificate,
Classes BCE,
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At least two (2) years driving
experience,
·
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct
from the National Police Service,
·
Relevant certificates such as
Occupational Trade Tests for Drivers;
Administration Officer
Duties
The successful candidate will be
required to:
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Provide office administrative support
including secretarial duties,
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Handle and help in the preparations
of Board Papers, documents and meetings,
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Ensure security, integrity and
confidentiality of correspondence and files,
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Liaise with relevant offices for the
exchange of corporate data, information and documents,
·
Follow-up on tasks and assignments
given by the DG to various offices and individuals to ensure completion and
submission of expected deliverables,
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Maintain a diary and meetings
schedule,
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Make travel arrangements,
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Organize accurate and efficient
filing, retrieval systems and file movement,
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Prepare response to routine
correspondence,
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Guide and supervise junior staff in
the Director General’s office,
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Attend to visitors and direct them
appropriately while upholding a positive image of the School,
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Attend to official emails and
letters,
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Manage office protocol and etiquette
and any other duties that may be assigned, and
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Undertake other duties as may be
assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position
of Senior Executive Secretary will be an individual with:
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A Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Management or related field plus a Higher Diploma in Secretarial Studies from
the Kenya National Examination Council, Secretarial Studies or Business
Education single Group Certificates in the following subjects: Typewriting III
(50 w.p.m.); Shorthand III (120 w.p.m.); Business English III; Commerce II;
Office Practice II; Office Management III Secretarial Duties II,
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Certificate in Secretarial Management
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from Kenya School of Government or
any other Government Training Institute,
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A certificate in Senior Management
Course from Kenya School of Government or a recognized Institution,
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A certificate in computer
applications,
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A certificate of Strategic Leadership
Development Programme (SLDP) will be an added advantage, and
·
Relevant experience of at least three
(3) years.
How to Apply
Please visit our website www.ksg.ac.ke for
more information on duties, responsibilities and other requirements
If you believe your qualifications
and career objectives match any of the vacant position, please submit your
application, including detailed curriculum vitae; stating your current
position, email address and telephone contacts.
Applications should be sent to the
address below in both hard and soft copy so as to reach us on or before June
23, 2017
The Director General
Kenya School of Government
P.O. Box 23030-00604
Lower Kabete Road,
Lower Kabete
NAIROBI
directorgeneral@ksg.ac.ke
Kenya School of Government
P.O. Box 23030-00604
Lower Kabete Road,
Lower Kabete
NAIROBI
directorgeneral@ksg.ac.ke
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with applicable laws and regulations.
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Minorities and people with
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disqualification.