52 Vacancies in the Government of Kenya - Busia

Supply Chain Management Assistant (12 Posts)


Job Group ‘H’
12 Positions
Responsibilities
·         Issuing and receiving stores;
·         Assisting in stock taking;

·         Reconciliation;
·         Preparation and maintenance of records.
Qualifications
·         Must have a Kenya Certificate Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C-(Minus) with a minimum of C- in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification.
·         A diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management
·         Served in the grade of Supply Chain Management Assistant IV or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum, period of three (3) years
·         An advanced certificate in Supply Chain Management from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution
·         Must be a registered member from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
·         Tax Compliance Certificate.
·         Clearance from HELB where necessary.
·         Clearance from the Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission.
·         Certificate of good conduct from the police.

Deputy Director Supply Chain Management
Job Group’ Q’
Responsibilities
·         Analysing Supply Chain Management structures and systems;
·         Determining and proposing methods and strategies of handling the Supply Chain Management function;
·         Initiating and developing Supply Chain Management policies and performance improvement strategies that are adoptive to the changing environment and technology;
·         Coordinate development of strategic plans for the Directorate of Supply Chain Management.
·         Implementation of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act,2005 and other statutes, rules and regulations and ensuring adherence to the laid down procedures, rules and regulations;
·         Analysing the impact of Supply Chain Management policies, rules and regulations;
·         Advising the Accounting Officer on Supply Chain Management matters.
Qualifications
·         Must have a Kenya Certificate Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C-(Minus) with a minimum of C- in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification.
·         A Diploma in Supplies Management or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution
·         A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing or their equivalent qualification.
·         A Master’s degree in any of the following: – Procurement and Supply Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics and Supply Chain Management or any relevant field as an added advantage
·         Must have served in the grade of Assistant Director Supply Chain Management Job Group “P” or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
·         Must be a registered member from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)
·         Must have served in the grade of Principal Supply Chain Management officer or in a Comparable relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of five (5) years.
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
·         Tax Compliance Certificate.
·         Clearance from HELB where necessary.
·         Clearance from the Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission.
·         Certificate of good conduct from the police.

Director Supply Chain Management
Job Group ‘R’
Responsibilities
·         Ensuring adherence to the laid down procedures, rules and regulations;
·         Analysing the impact of Supply Chain Management policies, rules and regulations;
·         Advising the Accounting Officers on Supply Chain Management standards;
·         Assisting in procurement planning and budget preparation;
·         Advising departments on Supply Chain Management matters and interpreting of other laws and statutes that impact on Supply Chain Management matters.
Qualifications
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade of C- and above
·         A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing or their equivalent qualification.
·         A Master’s degree in any of the following: – Procurement and Supply Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics and Supply Chain Management or any relevant field as an added advantage
·         Must have served in the grade of Deputy Director Supply Chain Management Job Group “Q” or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
·         Must be a registered member KISM
·         Must have served in the grade of Deputy Director Supply Chain Management Services or in a Comparable relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of ten (10) years.
·         Must have attended a Senior Management Course(SMC) and Strategic Leadership And Development Programme(SLDP)from Kenya School of Government.
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
·         Tax Compliance Certificate.
·         Clearance from HELB where necessary.
·         Clearance from the Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission.
·         Certificate of good conduct from the police.

ICT Officer (7 Posts)
Job Group ‘H’
7 Positions
Responsibilities
·         Writing and testing simple computer programs according to instructions and specifications;
·         Assisting in the implementation of the computer systems;
·         Providing user support and training of users;
·         Repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;
·         Monitoring the performance of ICT equipment and reporting any faults for further action.
Qualifications
·          Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C plain with at least a C- in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or its approved equivalent.
·         Diploma in any of the following fields: – Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity

Deputy Director ICT
Job Group ‘Q’
Responsibilities
·         Assist the Director in the development and management of Information Technology policies and programmes;
·         Drawing up Information Technology plans for implementation;
·         Coordinating of all Information Technology Programme;
·         Overseeing the preparation and utilization of the departments’ budget;
·         Coordinating staff matters.
Qualifications
·          Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C, with at least a C- in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or its approved equivalent.

·         A Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline.
·         Possess a Strategic Leadership Development Programme.
·         Must have served in the grade of Assistant Director of Information Communication Technology Job Group “P” or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
·         Tax Compliance Certificate.
·         Clearance from HELB where necessary.
·         Clearance from the Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission.
·         Certificate of good conduct from the police.

Director ICT
Job Group ’R’
Responsibilities
·         Formulation, implementation and coordination of ICT Policies, Strategies and programmes;
·         Coordinating research and development on emerging technological issues;
·         Monitoring and evaluating ICT programmes and policies;
·         Preparing ICT status reports and ensuring professional standards and guidelines are adhered to.
Qualifications
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C, with at least a C- in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or its approved equivalent
·         Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline
·         Possess a Strategic Leadership Development Programme Certificate
·         Bachelor Degree in Information Communication and Technology.
·         Must have served in the grade of Deputy Director, Information Communication Technology Job Group “Q” or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years.
·         Must have attended a Senior Management Course (SMC) and Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) from Kenya School of Government.
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.

Economist & Statisticians (8 Posts)
Job Group ‘K’
(8 Positions)
Responsibilities
·         Providing economic planning data;
·         Economic analysis;
·         Formulation of development strategies;
·         Identification, preparation and evaluation of development projects and programmes and monitoring of their implementation;
·         Conducting feasibility studies, determining project viability and setting project priorities;
·         Collection, Collation and analysis of data;
·         Computerization and analysis of data;
·         Drawing up survey questionnaires and setting up control procedures for receiving returns and taking necessary action
·         Management of specific economic sector or an area of statistical activity;
·         Writing and submitting reports on specific assignments.
Qualifications
·          Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade of B+ and above.
·         A Minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in Economics or Economics and Mathematics, or Economics and Statistics.
·         A Minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in any of the subjects mentioned in (I) above with a bias towards Computer Science, Survey Techniques and Demographic Techniques.
·         A minimum of an Upper Second Class Honours degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization.
·         A postgraduate Bachelor of Philosophy degree in Economics or post graduate diploma
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.

Finance & Budget Officer
Job Group ‘M’
Responsibilities
·         Preparing County Budgets for the recurrent and development votes;
·         Preparing quarterly expenditure forecasts as a basis for discussions with the Treasury for release of funds.
·         Initiating proposals seeking funds for additional expenditure and reallocation of voted funds during the year and
·         Monitoring expenditure and a projects including programme implementation on a periodic basis and ensuring timely disbursement of funds.
Qualifications
·          Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), mean grade C- (Minus) and above or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
·         Possess a Senior Management Course Certificate course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
·         A certificate in Public Financial Management from a recognized institution;
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), mean grade C- (Minus) and above or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
·         Served in the grade of Finance Officer I Job Group “L” or comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years;
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.

Clerical Officer (20 Posts)
Job Group ‘F’
20 Positions
Responsibilities
·         Compiling statistical records and data;
·         Sorting, filing and dispatching letters;
·         Maintaining an efficient filing system;
·         Processing appointments, promotions, discipline, transfers and other related duties in Human Resource Management;
·         Preparing payment vouchers;
·         Drafting simple letters.
Qualifications
·         Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- Plain or its approved equivalent; and
·         Proficiency in Computer applications.
·         Satisfy the requirement of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 leadership and Integrity.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents
·         Tax Compliance Certificate.
·         Clearance from HELB where necessary.
·         Clearance from the Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission.
·         Certificate of good conduct from the police.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications attaching copies of their certificates and testimonials, and send to the undersigned on or before 14th June, 2019 at 5.00 p.m.:
THE SECRETARY/CEO
BUSIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O PRIVATE BAG -50400
BUSIA (K)