Assistant Director (Higher Education) (4 Posts)
Deputy Director of Higher Education (4 Posts)
Assistant Director (Research, Science & Technology) (85-119K)
Deputy Director (Research, Science & Technology) (2 Posts)
Director (Research, Science & Technology) (132-195K)
Public Communications Officer II (10 Posts)
Information Officer II (50 Posts)
Salary Scale: Kshs.85,110 – Kshs.119,730 pm (CSG 7)
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable
Qualifications
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served for a minimum period of three
(3) years in the grade of Principal Education Officer Job Group ‘N’(CSG 8) or
in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
·
a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from
a University recognized in Kenya;
OR
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a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts or
Science from a University recognized in Kenya and a postgraduate Diploma in
Education from an institution recognized in Kenya;
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a Master’s Degree in any of the
following disciplines: Education, Arts, Science, Business Administration in a
management related field from a University recognized in Kenya;
·
have a Senior Management Course not
lasting less than four (4) weeks from an Institution recognized in Kenya; and
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demonstrated merit and ability in
management within the education sector.
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –
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implementing and reviewing University
Policies, Programs and Projects relating to quality education;
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coordinating integration of Career
Offices in Universities;
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preparation and implementing of
bilateral agreements;
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coordinating of linkages and
partnerships of local & international universities;
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preparing proposals of funding for
University Education; and
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coordinating resource mobilization
for University Education.
Deputy Director of Higher Education (4 Posts)
Salary Scale: Kshs.98,500. –166,780 p.m. (CSG 6)
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable
Qualifications
·
served for a minimum period of
three(3) years in the grade of Assistant Director of Education Job Group ‘P’ or
in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
·
a Bachelors degree in Education from
a university recognized in Kenya;
OR
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a Bachelors degree in Arts or Science
with Education from a university recognized in Kenya;
OR
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a Bachelors degree in Arts or Science
from a university recognized in Kenya and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education
from an Institution recognized in Kenya;
·
a Masters degree in any of the
following disciplines: Education, Arts, Science, Business Administration in a
management related field from a university recognized in Kenya;
·
attended a Strategic Leadership
Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized
institution; and
·
demonstrated ability and professional
competence in management within the education sector.
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-
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formulating, implementing and
reviewing policies, strategies and regulations of University Education Projects
and Programs.
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liaising with stakeholders in
education sector to provide quality education in University Education.
·
promoting access and equity in
University Education.
·
coordinating and Monitoring
implementation of government policies by University Management Councils.
Assistant Director (Research, Science & Technology) (85-119K)
Salary Scale: Kshs.85,110 – Kshs.119,730 pm (CSG 7)
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable
Qualifications
·
served for a minimum period of three
(3) years in the grade of Principal Research Officer, Job Group ‘N’(CSG 8) or
in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
·
a Bachelor’s degree in any research
area including and not limited to Agriculture and related studies, Industrial
Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Social
Sciences from a university recognized in Kenya;
·
a Master’s degree in any research
area including and not limited to Agriculture and Related Studies, Industrial
Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Social
Sciences from a university recognized in Kenya;
·
a certificate in Senior Management
Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from an institution recognized in
Kenya; and
·
demonstrated merit and ability in
managing Research, Science and Technology.
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –
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developing Research, Science and
Technology policies and strategies, as well as frameworks;
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liaising with Research Institutions,
Universities and Private Sector in implementing research policy guidelines
drawn by the Government;
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organizing and or participating in
Research, Science and Technology workshops/conference/round table discussions
with stakeholders at national level; and
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developing Memorandum of
Understanding (MOUs) for partnerships in Science, Technology and Innovations.
Deputy Director (Research, Science & Technology) (2 Posts)
Salary Scale: Kshs.98,500. –166,780 p.m. (CSG6)
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable
Qualifications
·
served for a minimum period of three
(3) years in the grade of Assistant Director of Research, Job Group ‘P’ (CSG 7)
or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
·
a Bachelors degree in any research
area including and not limited to Agriculture and related studies, Industrial
Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Social
Sciences from a University recognized in Kenya;
·
a Masters degree in any research area
including and not limited to Agriculture and related studies, Industrial
Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences and Social
Sciences from a University recognized in Kenya;
·
a certificate in Strategic Leadership
Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from in a recognized
institution; and
·
demonstrated merit and ability in
managing Research, Science and Technology.
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –
·
leading teams in reviewing and
establishing collaborations, partnerships and linkages in Science, Technology
and Innovation, locally and internationally;
·
developing and reviewing policies,
strategies, frameworks in Science, Technology and Innovation;
·
evaluation of the National Technology
Transfer System in Universities and Research Organizations;
·
organizing Workshops and Conferences
for international audience in areas related to Science, Technology and
Innovation; and
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undertaking Science, Technology and
Innovation programmes and projects outlined in Kenya Medium Term Plans.
Director (Research, Science & Technology) (132-195K)
Salary Scale: Kshs.132,000 – Kshs.195,410p.m. (CSG 5)
Terms of service: Permanent and pensionable
Qualifications
·
served for a minimum period of three
(3) years in the grade of Deputy Director, Research, CSG 6 or in a comparable
and relevant position in the Public Service;
·
a relevant Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
degree in any of the relevant fields in;- Biological Sciences, Agricultural
Sciences, Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Earth Sciences from a
university recognized in Kenya;
·
a certificate in Strategic Leadership
Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized
institution; and
·
demonstrated a high standard of
professional competence and administrative capability in the development of
science and technology policies as well as appreciation of cross sectoral issues
of science and technology for development.
Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –
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formulation and implementation of
policies, strategies and programmes for research management and development;
·
management and development of the
national innovation system;
·
development, promotion and
application of science and technology;
·
establishing international
collaborations, partnerships and global obligations in research science and
technology;
·
undertaking national science, technology
and innovation statistics ;
·
establishing linkages between
government, research, academia, industry and the society
·
overseeing implementation of
performance contract programmes in the directorate;
·
efficient management of the
directorate;
·
advising the government through the
Principal Secretary, on on-going local and international activities on
research, innovation and technology transfer in both public and private; and
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guiding in development and
implementation of relevant research, technology transfer and innovation
policies for national development.
Public Communications Officer II (10 Posts)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.30,170– Ksh.40,060 p.m. (CSG 11)
Three (3) years contract (Renewable subject to satisfactory
performance)
Qualifications
·
A Bachelors Degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Mass Communication, Public Relations, Communication
Studies or Media Studies/Science from a recognized institution;
OR
·
a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences
with a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Public Relations,
Communication Studies or Media Studies/Science from a recognized Institution;
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. Duties
and responsibilities will include:-
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assisting in building corporate
relations;
·
developing content on topical issues
for uploading onto institutional website, Information Education Communication
(IEC) materials and undertaking media monitoring;
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assisting in the preparation of media
reviews, briefs, press releases/statements and supplements;
·
maintaining public relations records
and documents; and
·
participating in event organization.
Information Officer II (50 Posts)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.30,170– Ksh.40,060 p.m. (CSG 11)
Three (3) years contract (Renewable subject to satisfactory
performance)
Qualifications
·
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the
following disciplines:- Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations,
Communication Studies, Media Studies, Photojournalism from a recognized
institution;
OR
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
with a Postgraduate Diploma in Photojournalism, Mass Communication, Journalism,
Public Relations, Communication Studies, Media Studies from a recognized
Institution;
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. Duties
and responsibilities will include:-
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gathering, writing, verifying,
translating and editing news, information and features;
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uploading content onto Kenya News
Agency website and Information Resources Centres; and
·
managing information gathering and
dissemination systems.
How to Apply
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the
positions shown below.
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their
applications as follows:
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online through one of the
Commission’s websites www.publicservice.go.ke and www.psckjobs.go.ke
OR
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by completing ONE PSC 2 (Revised
2016) application form. The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s
websites.
Please Note
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Candidates should NOT attach any
documents to the application form. ALL the details requested in the
advertisement should be filled on the form.
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Only shortlisted and successful
candidates will be contacted.
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Canvassing in any form will lead to
automatic disqualification.
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THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION IS
COMMITTED TO AVAILING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL KENYANS. PEOPLE
WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of
their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and
transcripts during interviews.
Serving officers shall be required to produce the original
letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
Completed applications should be sent or delivered to:
THE SECRETARY/CEO
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMMISSION HOUSE
P.O. BOX 30095 – 00100
NAIROBI
so as to reach the Commission on or before 12th November 2019