County Government of
Siaya
Public Service Board
Siaya County
The County Government
of Siaya wishes to recruit competent and qualified candidates to fill the
following vacant positions as provided under Section 44, 63, 6 and 66 of the
County Government Act No. 17 of 2012.
County Secretary
Job Group T
(1 Post)
Terms of Service: Contract
Terms of Service: Contract
Requirements for
Appointment
- Be a
Kenyan Citizen
- Be a
holder of a first degree in any of the following disciplines; public
administration, arts, sociology, anthropology, or management from
Universities recognised in Kenya.
- Master’s
degree from a university recognised in Kenya will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrate
leadership and management capacity including but not limited to knowledge
of public financial management and strategic management.
- Be
conversant with the constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws.
- Have
ability to work in a multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
for diversity.
- Have
capacity to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Demonstrate
understanding and commitment to National values and principles of
governance as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya
2010.
- Demonstrate
a clear understanding of both the county and national goals, policies
development strategies as well as Vision 2030.
- Have
knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than ten
(10)years in senior administration and management.
- Satisfy
the requirement of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
- Possession
of CPS (K) will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operationally,
will be the head of County Public Service and secretary to the County
Executive Committee.
- Will be
responsible for arranging the business and keep the minutes of the County
Executive Committee meetings.
- Conveying
the decisions of the County Executive Committee to the appropriate persons
or institutions.
- Provide
Strategic policy directions to improve service delivery
- Perform
functions on the delegated authority from the County Public Service Board
as per article 86 (1) of the County Government Act No.12 of 2012
- Establishing
and developing collaboration with the National government ministries or
departments, partners and other relevant stakeholders.
- Performing
any other function as may be directed by the Governor and the County
Executive Committee.
Secretary to the County Public Service Board
1 Post
Terms of Service: Contract
Terms of Service: Contract
The Secretary shall be
the accounting officer and the head of the Board Secretariat
Duties and
Responsibilities
- Provide
Strategic leadership for effective delivery of the Board’s mandate as per
the mission, vision and strategic plan.
- Oversee
the management of the finances, preparation and submission of the Board’s
annual plans, program and estimates.
- Make
regular reports for approval and submission to the County Assembly on the
execution of the functions of the Board.
- Execution
of the decision of the Board.
- Day-to-
day administration of the secretariat and welfare
- Ensure
staff compliance with public service values, principles and ethical
standards.
- Perform
any other duty as assigned by the Board from time to time.
- Will
operationally work under the supervision of the Board’s committee on
Finance, Administration and Advisory and generally work under the
leadership of Chariman, Siaya County Public Service Board.
Requirements for Appointment
- Be a
Kenyan Citizen
- Be a
holder of at least first degree from a university recognised in Kenya
- Masters
degree will be an added advantage.
- Be a
certified public secretary of good professional standing
- Working
experience of not less than five (5) years in the relevant field.
- Satisfy
the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Department of Lands
Deputy Director of Survey
Deputy Director of Survey
Job Group Q
(1 Post)
Reporting to the Director - Lands, Physical Planning, Surveying and Housing. The officer shall be responsible for all survey works.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible
for the management and coordination of survey services in the county.
- Organisation,
direction, control and coordination of the functions of the department.
- Supervision,
survey and registration of all public land and utilities.
- Preparing
and submitting technical and administrative reports of the division.
- Developing
and implementing and evaluating the department strategic/work plans,
programs and projects in collaboration with other departments and
stakeholders.
- Developing
county policies, legal and institutional framework for the implementation
of the mandate of the department.
- Oversee
the preparation of annual work placement, and financial budgets.
- Perform
any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Officer
Lands, Physical Planning, Survey and housing
Requirements for Appointment
- Be a
Kenya citizen
- Bachelor
degree in Surveying from a University recognised in Kenya.
- A
Masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Have at
least five (5) years experience, two (2) of which should be in senior
management.
- Demonstrate
a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in
work performance and results.
- Be
proficient in computer Aided Designs (CAD) or Geographical Information
Systems (GIS)
- Be
strategic thinker and result oriented
- Registered
with relevant professional body
- Satisfy
the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on
Leadership and Integrity.
Deputy Director Housing
Job Group ‘Q’
Duties and
Responsibilities:-
- Reporting
to the Director Lands, Physical Planning, Surveying and Housing.
- Will be
responsible for providing overall leadership in the area of County
Government Housing Management
- Responsible
for the implementation of the County Housing Management Policies.
- Provide
leadership in all the County Government Housing Estates and advice the
Chief Officer on all Housing related matters
- The
County Housing Manager will also oversee valuation of the County
Properties undertakes Estate Administration.
- Perform
any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the chief
officer: Lands, Physical Planning, Survey and planning
Requirements for Appointment:
- Be a
Kenyan citizen.
- Bachelor
Degree in Housing Administration, Real Estates, Housing or property
Management or any relevant field from a recognized University in Kenya.
- Be
registered with a relevant professional body in Kenya.
- Have
five (5) years work experience in Estates, Housing or property management
of Two (2) years served in senior management
- Be
conversant with prevailing Property Laws and Housing Management issues.
- Be as a
team player who is flexible and diligent.
- Be
computer literate.
- A
master in Housing Administration, Estate Management and Maintenance or
Property Management will be an added Advantage.
- Satisfy
the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on
Leadership and Integrity.
Deputy Director of Physical Planning
Job Group ‘Q’
Reporting to Director
Land, Physical Planning, Survey and Housing and will be responsible for all
Physical Planning Services.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise
all physical planning activities and continually monitor projects during
construction phase and works directly with the architectural and
engineering inspectors to assure that plans and specifications are
followed and construction problems are minimized.
- Act as
a primary agent for the County in all matters dealing with construction
project which include substitutions and changes in provision of the
approved specifications.
- Perform
field investigation to ensure conformity to zoning codes, design
regulation and/ or approved plans projects.
- Perform
various administrative functions for the department, including accepting
applications and permits for processing and composing correspondences.
- Prepare
an integrated land use plan with relevant stakeholders for the use by Land
Boards and other allocating authorities.
- Assist
in developing county policies, legal and institutional framework for the
implementation of the mandate of the department.
- Assist
in the preparation of the Annual plan and Financial budgets
- Perform
any other duty as may be assigned by the chief officer Lands, Physical
Planning, Survey and housing
Requirements for Appointment
- Be a
Kenya citizen
- Bachelor
degree in Physical planning and Regional Planning or relevant field from a
University recognized in Kenya.
- A
masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Have at
least five (5) years experience, two (2) of which should be in senior
management.
- Demonstrate
a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in
work performance and results.
- Be
proficient in computer Aided Designs (CAD) or Geographical Information
Systems (GIS)
- Good
communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability
to maintain good working relations with developers contractors, property
owners, fellow workers and general public.
- Registered
with relevant professional body
- Satisfy
the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on
Leadership and Integrity.
Department of Health
Padeatrician
JG Q
(1 Post)
Will be based at the
Siaya County Referral Hospital
The Pediatrician will
be responsible for the planning and performing day to day implementation of the
pediatric care at the County Referral Hospital and in the County.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning
and implementation of Pediatric care at the facility and in the County.
- Supervision
of Pediatric department at the facility and Pediatric Services in the
County.
- Teaching
and supervision of Medical Officer interns, Clinical Officer interns and
other clinical staff
- Co-ordination
of mentorship programmes for staff at the facility and the County.
- Participation
in quality assurance and improvement of Pediatric services
- Co-ordination
of continuing medical education in the department and at the facility.
- Co-ordination
of disaster response team.
Requirements for Appointment
- Holder
of MBCHB degree from a university recognized in Kenya
- Master’s
degree in Pediatrics and Child health.
- Registered
by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
- Have a
valid retention certificate from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist
Board.
- Have at
least five (5) years experience in the relevant field.
Chief Officers
- Public
Works, Roads & Infrastructure JG “S” (1) Post
- Trade,
Industry & Cooperative Development JG “S” (1) Post
Terms of Service, Contract/PP/Transfer of Service.
Duties and
Responsibilities
- Shall
be the Accounting and Authorized officer in respect to the exercise of
delegated powers and shall be responsible to the respective County
Executive Member.
- Shall
implement policies and Development plans.
- Shall
Formulate and implement Effective programs aligned to Vision 2030, County
(ies) Integrated development plan, Siaya County Government Strategic Plan
and Sector goals.
- Shall
provide leadership in developing and implementing Strategic plans for
their line Ministries/Departments.
- Shall
promote National values and Principles of the county public service as
enshrined in chapters 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Requirements for appointments.
- Be a
Kenyan Citizen.
- Be a
holder of a bachelors’ degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
- Satisfy
the requirements of chapter 6 (Six) of the constitution of Kenya 2010.
- A
masters degree will be an added advantage.
- Have
knowledge and experience of not less than 10 (ten) years in the specific
portfolio, with at least three years of the same in
Management/Administration.
- Women
are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply indicating , the post applied for, the
county and ward of origin/residence.
All academic and professional testimonial copies including clearances from bodies such as; HELB, CRB, CID, EACC and other professional bodies should be attached.
Physical applications should be posted to or dropped clearly marked the position applied for at County Public Service Board Offices, Ardhi House in Bondo Sub-County on or before 4th November, 2014.
The envelopes should be sealed and clearly marked for the post applied for:
Applications should be addressed to
Ismael Noo, Interim Secretary,
P.O.Box 803, 40600, Siaya
Email: infopsb@siaya.go.ke