136 Government Vacancies in Kenya - Mombasa

Cateress & Chef (3 Posts)

Job Group ‘J’
3 Positions
Responsibilities
·         Efficient and proper organization and management of food production services;
·         Ensuring that all raw foods to be used in production are assembled in good time;

·         Issuing dry goods from the store;
·         Taking stock monthly; receiving fresh produce and checking for required specifications;
·         Ensuring proper placement of food in the buffet service;
·         Following up on work orders for defective equipment;
·         Ensuring proper use of equipment;
·         Reviewing menus as necessary;
·         Identifying staff for training;
·         Carrying out on-the-job training for staff
Qualifications
·         Satisfactorily served in the grade of Assistant Cateress/Chef for at least three (3) years;
·         Demonstrated knowledge and skills in institutional food preparation.

Accountant (3 Posts)
Job Group ‘J’
3 Positions
Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for non-professional.
·         An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer.
·         Specifically, work will involve preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry and
·         Routine accounting work such as balancing of cash books, Imprest and advances ledgers etc.
·         The scope and complexity of work will increase with experience and training but the officer will still be under close guidance where new tasks are involved.
·         He/she will be responsible for the safe custody of records and assets under him/her.
Qualifications
·         A pass in part 11 of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or it’s recognized equivalent qualifications
OR
·         Bachelor’s Degree in commerce (Accounting or Finance Option). Business Administration (accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification.

HR Assistant (3 Posts)
Job Group ‘H’
3 Positions
Responsibilities
This is the entry grade for this cadre.
·         An officer at this level will be deployed in a Human Resource Management unit in Ministries/Departments and will handle simple task of analytical nature.
·         The officer may be required to implement certain decisions within the existing rules, regulations and procedures.
·         In addition, he/she will supervise clerical officers and other supportive staff.
Qualifications
Direct appointments shall be made from candidates who have: –
·         At least a C- in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE); and
·         Diploma in Human Resource/Records Management or its equivalent from recognized institution
·         Must be an IHRM member

Health Records & Information
Job Group ‘H’
5 Posts
Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
·         Receiving and documenting patients at hospital reception;
·         Registering and booking appointment for patients to clinics and consultants;
·         Storing and retrieving medical records documents;
·         Preparing clinics;
·         Updating bed bureau;
·         Editing of patient case records;
·         Gathering data from different sources;
·         Capturing data from service points;
·         Maintaining record safety and confidentiality;
·         Storing and retrieving medical records;
·         Balancing daily bed returns; creating and maintaining master index;
·         Updating patient master index; directing patients to relevant clinics;
·         Scheduling of patients to the consultants and specialty clinic;
·         Assigning codes to diseases and surgical procedures according to the international classification of diseases and procedures in medicine;
·         Preparing health records and reports.
Qualifications
·         Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution; and
·         Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya

Health Administrative (10 Posts)
Job Group ‘H’
10 Positions
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre.  An officer at this level may be deployed at a sub district Hospital, Rural Health Training Center, Department or a Unit within a large Hospital or to a specific Health Programme.
He/she will be exposed to various administrative duties which will include procurement, provision and maintenance of facilities and general upkeep of the hospital.
The officer will work under supervision of a more senior officer.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), mean grade C- or its equivalent qualification with at least a C in English/Kiswahili and mathematics from a recognized Institution; and
·         Diploma in any of the following: – Health Management, Hospital Administration, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Nutrition & Dietetics Technician (3 Posts)
Job Group ‘G’
5 Posts
Responsibilities
·         Conducting nutrition assessment, nutrition screening and referring cases to various existing programs:
·         Collecting dietetic nutrition data,
·         Carrying out child growth monitoring and promotion activities,
·         Conducting routine weight mentoring for expectant women,
·         Assisting in lifestyle disease prevention and management programs,
·         Running out Patient Supplementary Feeding Programs and outpatient Therapeutic Feeding  programs (SFP and OTP),
·         Carrying out micronutrient supplementation,
·         Preparing monthly reports for use in planning and monitoring nutrition programs,
·         Following up on home based nutrition care,
·         Promoting baby friendly hospital and community initiatives,
·         Carrying out nutrition education and counseling of patients in health care facilities, and
·         Promoting consumption of fortified foods and dietary diversification at the community and facility level.
Qualifications
·         Certificate in Community Nutrition from a recognized Institution
·         Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution
·         Registration by the Council of the Institute of Nutritionist and Dieticians (CIND) and
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya

Cook (6 Posts)
Job Group `E`
6 Posts
This will be the entry grade for the Cooks cadre. An officer at this level will be on job training and will carry out duties under the supervision of a senior officer.
Responsibilities
·         Preparation of raw foods for cooking;
·         Cleanliness of equipment used in production;
·         Maintaining hygiene by ensuring cleaning of the kitchen and its surroundings;
·          Setting up and preparing equipment for use in food preparation and production;
·         Alerting the supervisor of any defective equipment.
Qualifications
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade ‘D’ plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
·         Craft Certificate in Food and Beverage Production, Sales and Service or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya
OR
·         Attended a formal course lasting not less than two (2) months in Food
·         Production organized by the Kenya Utalii College or other recognized institution.

Community Oral Health Officer (12 Posts)
Job Group ‘H’
12 Posts
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this Cadre.
·         Participating in oral health demonstrations, exhibitions and giving lectures to communities and schools;
·         Collecting data for fluoride testing in water samples, analysing and interpreting results and advising the relevant authorities accordingly.
·         Diagnosis and treatment of common dental conditions,
·         Temporary and permanent dental restorations,
·         Reducing simple fractures of jaws,
·         Extractions.
Qualifications
·         Must be a Kenyan citizen.
·         Must possess at least Diploma in Community Oral Health from KMTC or other recognized training
·         At least certificate in computer application skills
·         Must meet the requirements of the Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

Nurses (48 Posts)
Job Group ‘G’
48 Posts
This will be the entry and training grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
Responsibilities
·         Assessing patients and clients and establishing health care needs;
·         Planning and implementing nursing care interventions based on patients’/clients’ health needs;
·         Providing appropriate healthcare service, including immunization, ante-natal care, delivery, referring patients and clients appropriately;

·         Evaluating healthcare outcomes on patients/clients preparing individualized reports;
·         Making appropriate discharge plan for patients;
·         Conducting assessment of school health needs;
·         Planning, implementing interventions and preparing periodic reports;
·         Maintaining records on patients/clients personal and health condition/care;
·         Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment;
·         Ensuring safe custody for in-patients belongings;
·         Conducting home visits, following up discharged patients/clients and providing continuity of care; and
·         Treating minor ailments.
Qualifications
·         Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Enrolled Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Midwife, Kenya Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse or Enrolled Nurse/Midwife from a Recognized training institution;
·         Enrolment Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
·         Valid practising license from Nursing Council of Kenya; and
·         Certificate in computer application skills from a recognize institution
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya

Clerical Officer (12 Posts)
Job Group ‘F’
12 Posts
This is the entry and training grade for the Clerical Cadre. Work at this level will be carried out under close supervision and guidance of a more senior officer and will be subject to regular checks and verification.
Officers at this level will be deployed in the HRM Unit, general registry, supplies, accounts office or general office services.
Responsibilities
·         Compiling statistical records;
·         Sorting, filing and dispatching letters;
·         Maintaining an efficient filing system;
·         Processing appointments, promotions, discipline, transfers and other related duties in human resource management;
·         Computation of financial or statistical records based on routine or special sources of information;
·         Preparing payment vouchers; compiling data and drafting simple letters.
Qualifications
·         For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of:
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C Plain or its approved equivalent; and
·         Proficiency in computer applications
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya.

Health Promotion Officer (4 Posts)
Job Group ‘H’
4 Posts
This is the entry and training grade into the Assistant Health Promotion Officer’s cadre.
An officer at this level will work under the guidance of an experienced officer and will be responsible for the implementation of the community health promotion projects, programs and activities which include:-
Responsibilities
·         Working with the community in identifying and prioritizing health needs;
·         Conducting school health promotion programs;
·         Conducting patient and community health education;
·         Creating awareness on prevention and control of diseases;
·         Providing support to community health workers;
·         Carrying out training for community groups on priority health promotion issues;
·         Developing and disseminating health information and materials;
·         Mobilizing local recourses for implementation of health promotion programs
Qualifications
·         Diploma in Health Promotion and Education from a recognized training institution; and
·         Certificate in Computer skills from a recognized institution.
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya

Driver (12 Posts)
Job Group ‘D’
12 Posts
Responsibilities
·         Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
·         Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc;
·         Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
·         Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
·         Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;
·         Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein;
·         Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.
Qualifications
·         Served in the grade of driver III;
·         A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
·         Passed suitability and occupational trade test 111 for drivers
·         Defensive Driving certificate from the Automobile Association of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·         Attended a First Aid certificate course lasting not less one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya institute of Highway and building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.
·         Attended a refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three years at Kenya Institute of Highway and building technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.
·         A valid certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police; and
·         Satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the constitution of Kenya 2010

Support Staff (12 Posts)
Job Group ‘D’
12 Posts
Qualifications
·         Minimum of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade _D’ (Plain)or its equivalent.
Responsibilities
·         General messengerial duties;
·         Office cleaning

Office Admin (3 Posts)

Job Group ‘H’
3 Posts
Responsibilities
·         Taking oral dictation; word and data processing; managing e-office;
·         Operating office equipment;
·         Handling telephone calls and appointments;
·         Attending to visitors/clients;
·         Maintaining the office diary and travel itineraries;
·         Establishing and monitoring procedures for record keeping and documents, including classified materials;
·         Supervising of office cleanliness; managing petty cash; and undertaking any other office administrative duties that may be assigned.
Qualifications
·         Diploma in Secretarial Studies from Kenya National Examinations Council; OR Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects:-
·         Shorthand III (minimum 60 w.p.m.);
·         Typewriting III (50 w.p.m.)/ Computerized Document Processing III
·         Office Management III/ Office Administration and Management
·         Business English III/ Communications II;
·         Secretarial Duties II;
·         Office Practice II;
·         Commerce
·         Certificate in Public Relations and Customer Care course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.
·         Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution
How to Apply
Fill in the online Application Form after reading the instructions inside the form. CLICK HERE for Online Application Form, and attach certificates/ testimonials,
OR
Fill in a physical Application Form and drop it at the Mombasa County Public Service Board Office at Betting Control Building, Mombasa or via postal mail/ courier service, and attach certificates/ testimonials. For this form CLICK HERE.
All Applications should reach the Mombasa County Public Service Board offices at Betting & Control Building, Mombasa on or before Friday 8th March 2019 by 4.30 p.m.
In case you need more guidance on how to fill the form, don’t hesitate to call our PR & Communication Office on the numbers provided.
Mombasa County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer.