Massive Recruitment by the Government of Kenya – PSC (Over 300 Vacancies)

Assistant Automotive Engineering Trainer (29-34K)

 Job Group “J”.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Salary Scale: Ksh.29,190.00 – 34,440.00pm
House Allowance: as per prevailing civil servant rates
Commuter Allowance: Ksh.4,000pm

Annual Leave Allowance: Ksh.4,000p.a
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days p.a
Responsibilities
·         Undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus,
·         Preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work,
·         Setting and marking examination/assignment,
·         Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer
·         Supervising trainers’ projects and practical work.
Qualifications
·         Diploma in technical education from a recognized institution
OR
·         Diploma in any of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, Safety Engineering, Vehicle Engineering or Automation and Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
·         Be a member of Relevant Professional Body
·         Proficiency in computer application skills

Assistant ICT Trainer (29-34K)
Job Group “J”
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Salary Scale: Ksh.29,190.00 – 34,440.00pm
House Allowance: as per prevailing civil servant rates
Commuter Allowance: Ksh.4,000pm
Annual Leave Allowance: Ksh.4,000p.a
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days p.a
Responsibilities
·         Undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus,
·         Preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work,
·         Setting and marking examination/assignment,
·         Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer
·         Supervising trainers’ projects and practical work.
Qualifications
·         Diploma in technical education from a recognized institution
OR
·         Diploma in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.

Secretarial Trainer (35-46K)
Job Group “K”
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Salary Scale: Ksh.35,400.00 – 46,230.00pm
House Allowance: as per prevailing civil servant rates
Commuter Allowance: Ksh.6,000pm
Annual Leave Allowance: Ksh.5,000p.a
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days p.a
Responsibilities
·         Undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus,
·         Preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work,
·         Setting and marking examination/assignment,
·         Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer
·         Supervising trainers’ projects and practical work.
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Secretarial Studies, Business and Office Management, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
·         Proficiency in computer application skills

Pharmacy Trainer (35-46K)
Job Group “K”
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Salary Scale: Ksh.35,400.00 – 46,230.00pm
House Allowance: as per prevailing civil servant rates
Commuter Allowance: Ksh.6,000pm
Annual Leave Allowance: Ksh.5,000p.a
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days p.a
Responsibilities
·         Undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus,
·         Preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work,
·         Setting and marking examination/assignment,
·         Carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer
·         Supervising trainers’ projects and practical work.
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s degree in any of the following specializations; Pharmacy, Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Forensic Science, Biochemistry, Environmental Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
·         Proficiency in computer application skills


Schools Auditor 29-34K (60 Posts)
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
A Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/Finance option), Business Administration/ Management (Accounting/Finance Option) or its equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
OR
a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Economics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Mathematics from a university recognized in Kenya and passed Certified Public Accountants Part I or Part I of Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre.
An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a senior officer.
·         executing audit programs;
·         collecting and documenting evidence on audit issues;
·         reviewing internal control systems in public educational institutions; and
·         verifying assets and liabilities.

Pensions Assistant 23-29K (66 Posts)
Sixty-Six (66) Posts
V/No. 4/2019
Three (3) years contract (Renewable subject to satisfactory performance)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.23,780 – Ksh.29,190 p.m.
Job Group ‘H’
Qualifications
·         Be in possession of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) mean Grade C (Plain); and
·         Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Law, Economics, Commerce, Insurance, Business Administration, Human Resource Management or relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
Responsibilities 
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be deployed in the Pensions Offices in Ministries/State Department and will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer.
·         Capturing pensions data; and
·         Compiling statistical records based on routine or special sources of information.

Agricultural Officer 35-46K (30 Posts)
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Food Science, Home Economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agriculture Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agriculture Education or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre.
·         undertaking desk reviews for policy formulation and development and participating in stakeholder validation forums;
·         providing support to units and subdivisions in the development of strategies, policies and legal instruments as well as bilateral and regional agreements for enhanced external relations;
·         collaborating with Counties on bilateral, regional and multilateral issues for trade promotion and capacity building.
·         collecting, analyzing and disseminating market information to the Public for informed decision making in Agribusiness and related services;
·         establishing input requirements and preparing annual projections;
·         participating in exhibitions, agricultural trade fairs, conferences and meetings for information sharing;
·         coordinating market information from urban centers in all counties and; capacity building of enumerators to support the National Market Information system; and
·         collecting data and training of county staff in surveillance and management of trans-boundary pests.

Economist & Statistician 35-46K (200 Posts)

Two Hundred (200) Posts
V/No. 5/2019
Three (3) years contract (Renewable subject to satisfactory performance)
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.35,400 – Ksh.46,230 p.m.
Job Group ‘K’
Qualifications
·         For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Economics and Mathematics, Economics and Finance or Economics and Statistics from a university recognized in Kenya.
Responsibilities 
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer.
·         Collecting, collating and analyzing data in the relevant sectors;
·         Compiling sector-specific draft reports;
·         Providing support in the preparation of policy briefs and reports on the relevant sectors;
·         Capturing data on budgetary requirements; and
·         Uploading information in the National Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System (NIMES)

Foreign Service Cadet 29-34K (116 Posts)

Qualifications
·         have a Bachelors degree from a University recognized Kenya;
·         possess good communications skills; and
·         be results oriented and committed to continuous learning. Note: proficiency in one of the following United Nation languages, viz: French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian and Arabic, in addition to English, or any other relevant international language will be an added advantage.
Responsibilities     
An officer at this level will be considered to be on-the job training and will undertake the Foreign Service Entry Course at the Foreign Service Institute lasting not less than three (3) months.
·         participating in and reporting on meetings with foreign diplomats and/or dignitaries and preparing reports;
·         undertaking guided research on foreign Services issues;
·         drafting briefs, speeches and diplomatic notes and messages; and
·         performing general protocol duties.
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:
Online through the Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke or job portal www.psckjobs.go.ke
OR
By completing ONE PSC 2 (Revised 2016) application form. The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.
Applications should reach the Commission on or before 23rd April 2019 (Latest 5.00PM)
Completed applications should be sent or delivered to:
THE SECRETARY/CEO
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMMISSION HOUSE
P.O. BOX 30095 – 00100
NAIROBI
Please Note:
Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form. ALL the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
THEREFORE, 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. It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.