Vacancies – County Government of Nyandarua

ADVERTISEMENT OLKALOU MUNICIPALITY MAIRO-INYA MUNICIPAL BOARD MEMBERS ENGINEER MUNICIPAL BOARD MEMBERS

Pursuant to the provisions of the Urban Areas and Cities Act No. 13 of 2011 and the Amendment Act, of 2019, and the City and Municipal Charters for Mairo-Inya and Engineer, the County Government of Nyandarua hereby invites applications from competent and qualified persons to serve as Board members of; Mairo-Inya,(2posts) Engineer (2posts) and Ol’kalou (3 Posts) Municipalities.

Requirements for the Appointment as a Member of Municipal Board

i. Holds at least a diploma from an institution recognized in Kenya;
ii. Has a distinguished career in a medium level management position in either the private
or public sector;
iii. Holds at least five years’ post-qualification professional experience;
iv. Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
v. Is ordinarily resident or has a permanent dwelling in the Municipality; and
vi. Carries on business in the Municipality or has lived in the Municipality for at least five years

The Board of the Municipality shall perform the following functions

a) Oversee the affairs of the Municipality;
b) Develop or adopt policies, plans, strategies and programme and set targets for service
delivery;
c) Formulate and implement an integrated development plan;
d) Control, land sub-division, land development and zoning by public and private sectors for
any purpose, including industry, commerce, markets, shopping and other employment
centers, residential areas, recreational areas, parks, entertainment, passenger transport,
agriculture, and freight and transit stations within the framework of the spatial and master
plans for the Municipality as delegated by the County Government of Nyandarua;
e) Promoting and undertaking infrastructural development and services within Municipality
as delegated by the County Government of Nyandarua;
f) Developing and managing schemes, including site development in collaboration with the
relevant national and County legislation;
g) Maintaining a comprehensive database and information system of the administration;

h) Administering and regulating its internal affairs;
i) Implementing applicable national and County legislation;
j) Entering into contracts, partnerships or joint ventures as it may consider necessary for
the discharge of its functions
k) Monitoring and, where appropriate, regulating municipal services where those services
are provided by service providers other than the Board of the Municipality;
l) Preparing and submitting its annual budget estimates to the relevant County Treasury for
consideration and submission to the County Assembly for approval as the part of the
annual County Appropriation Bill;
m) Collecting rates, taxes levies, duties, fees and surcharges on fees as delegated by the
County Government of Nyandarua;
n) Settling and implementing tariff, rates and tax and debt collection policies as delegated
by the County Government of Nyandarua;
o) Monitoring the impact and effectiveness of any services, policies, programs or plans;
p) Establishing, implementing and monitoring performance management systems;
q) Promoting a safe and healthy environment;
r) Facilitating and regulating public transport;
s) Performing such other functions as may be legislated or delegated by the County
Government of Nyandarua or as provided by article 5 of the Charter.

Remuneration

Members shall be paid as per allowances and benefits as determined and reviewed by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
All written applications, CVS, Copies of Certificates, Copies of Identity card and testimonials should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side for the positions applied for and addressed to the undersigned. Applications should be received on or before 13 DEC 2024

INDICATING THE MUNICIPAL AREA APPLIED FOR.

Hand delivered applications should be dropped in the specific box provided for at County
Headquarters in the Governor’s Office between 8.00 a.m and 5.00 p.m on weekdays.
NOTE: Successful candidates shall provide the following clearances;
i. KRA Clearance Certificate
ii. Compliance Certificate from High Education Loans Board(HELB)
iii. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Department of Criminal Investigation
iv. Clearance Certificate from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

HOW TO APPLY

All written applications, CVs, copies of certificates, copies of identity card and testimonials should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side for the position applied for and addressed to:

The Governor,

Nyandarua Couny Government

P.O Box 701-20303

Olkalou

Applications should be received o or before 13th December 2024.

Indicating the municipal are applied for.

Hand delivered applications should be dropped in the specific box provided for at the County Headquarters in the Governor’s office between 8:00 A.M and 5:00 P.M on weekdays.

Note: successful candidates shall provide the following clearances;

KRA Clearance certificate
Compliance certificate from High Education Board (HELB)
Certificate of Good conduct from the department of Criminal Investigation
Clearance Certificate from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Nyandarua County Government is an equal opportunity employer: women, youth, physically challenged, minority and marginalized persons: are encouraged to apply.

ADVERTISEMENT: VACANCIES IN THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF NYANDARUA ADVERT NO: 05/2024

The County Public Service Board of Nyandarua wishes to recruit competent and qualified candidates to fill positions in following Departments.

1. DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, ECONOMIC PLANNING AND ICT

i) INTERNAL AUDITOR III JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 11), ONE (1) POST

Remuneration : As per SRC guidelines

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. Be in possession of CPA Part I OR Diploma in Internal Auditing or CIA Part II from a recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Verifying periodical financial returns that are required to be submitted from time to time such as pending bills returns, expenditure returns, imprest returns and Appropriation – In -Aid Returns, staff returns and vehicles returns etc.
ii. Ensuring that Government Physical Assets, plant and equipment supplies, stores, e.t.c are appropriately recorded in the relevant register and are kept under safe custody;
iii. Ensuring that revenue, Appropriate-In-Aid(A-I-A) and other receipts due to the government are collected promptly, banked immediately and accounted for and where revenue collectable is not fixed ensure that pre-audit of the relevant documents is carried out.

ii) ECONOMIST II/STATISTICIAN II JOB GROUP ‘K’ (CPSB 9) TWO (2) POST

Remuneration : As per SRC guidelines

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. i. Experience of at least two (2) years as an Economist/ Statistician;
2. ii. A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Economic Development, Economic Planning, Statistics or any other relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
3. iii. A minimum of an Upper Second-Class Honors Degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization from a recognized Institution; and
4. iv. Certificate in computer applications

Duties and Responsibilities

Formulation of economic and statistical policies

1. i. Formulation of development strategies;
2. ii. Identification, preparation and evaluation of development projects and programmes and monitoring of their implementation;
3. iii. Conducting feasibility studies, determining project viability and setting project priorities;
4. iv. Collection, collation and analysis of data relating to production and marketing of agricultural/ industrial products;
5. v. Compiling reports on specific assignments;
6. vi. Drawing up survey questions and setting up control procedures for receiving returns and taking the necessary actions; and
7. vii. Initiation, implementation and appraisal of national, rural or urban development strategies and projects.v.

iii) INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT III JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 11) ONE (1) P0ST

Remuneration : As per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

(i) Providing first level support to end user devices;(ii) Carrying out routine checks of ICT equipment;

(iii) Maintaining cleanliness of ICT equipment; and

(iv) Reporting any faults for further action.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

(i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C- or its approved equivalent;
(ii) Diploma in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Business Information Technology, or any other Information Communication Technology related qualification from a recognized institution.

iv. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT OFFICER III, JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 11) ONE (1) POST

Remuneration : As per SRC guidelines

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. Diploma in any of the following disciplines – Commerce, Business administration (Supply Chain Management option), Procurement or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Proficiency in computer application skills.
iii. Membership of relevant professional body

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Implement supply chain policies for the County;
ii. Adherence to strict compliance with rules of procurement process and supply chain cycle;
iii. Implement existing supplies regulations, procedures and system;
iv. Recommend disposal of unserviceable stores and equipment;
v. Implement procurement manual;
vi. Prepare procurement plans;
vii. Source for goods and services;
viii. Conduct stock control, stock taking and stock audit
ix. Implement e-procurement strategies

(v) Revenue Officer III, Job Group “H” Ten (10) posts

Remuneration: As per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the revenue accounting team.
ii. Support the accurate recording of revenue transactions in compliance with the county policies.
iii. Assist in reviewing contracts and agreements to ensure proper revenue recognition.
iv. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve revenue-related issues.
v. Assist in monitoring key revenue metrics and preparing analysis for management.
vi. Support revenue forecasting and budgeting processes.
vii. Assist with internal and external audit requests related to revenue.
viii. Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
ix. Provide administrative support to the revenue accounting team as needed.

Requirements for Appointment

i. Diploma in accounting, finance, Business Management or related field. CPA or relevant certification preferred.
ii. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in revenue accounting, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
iii. Strong understanding of revenue collection principles
iv. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex revenue transactions.
v. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
vi. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
vii. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
vii. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
ix Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
x. Experience in a public accounting firm or technology industry is a plus.

(vi) Revenue Support Staff, Job Group “D” Five (5) posts

Remuneration: As per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Provide administrative support to the revenue accounting team, including data entry, filing, and document management.
ii. Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of revenue transactions.
iii. Support the preparation of invoices, receipts, and other revenue-related documents.
iv. Assist in resolving customer inquiries related to billing and revenue.
v. Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of revenue transactions.
vi. Assist in generating reports and analysis related to revenue performance.
vii. Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline revenue-related processes.
viii. Assist with ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the revenue accounting team.

Requirements for Appointment

i. Secondary school with grade D and above; additional education in accounting or finance is a plus. Post-secondary certificate will be an added advantage
ii. Previous experience in a clerical or administrative support role preferred.
iii. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and Word. Will an added advantage
iv. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
v. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
vi. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
vii. Proactive and willing to take on new tasks and responsibilities.
viii. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
ix. Eagerness to learn and develop skills in finance and accounting.

(vii) Revenue Officer II, Job Group “J” (5) posts

Remuneration: As per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

i. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the revenue accounting team.
ii. Ensure accurate and timely recording of revenue transactions in accordance with county policies.
iii. Develop and implement revenue recognition policies and procedures.
iv. Review contracts and agreements to ensure proper revenue recognition.
v. Work closely with administration and Enforcement teams to resolve revenue-related issues.
vi. Monitor key revenue metrics and provide analysis to senior management.
vii. Lead revenue forecasting and budgeting processes.
viii. Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly and year-end audits.
ix. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
x. Mentor and train junior staff members within the revenue accounting team.

Requirements for Appointment

i. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field.
ii. 1-2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
iii. Basic understanding of revenue recognition principles and accounting standards.
iv. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
v. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
vi. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
vii. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
viii. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
ix. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
x. Eagerness to learn and develop skills in revenue accounting.

2. TOURISM, TRADE, COOPERATIVES DEVELOPMENT AND INDUSTRIALIZATION

i) TOURISM OFFICER, JOB GROUP ‘J’ (CPSB 10), ONE (1)

Remuneration: As per SRC guidelines

a). Requirements for appointment

For direct appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

1. i. Bachelor’s degree in either Tourism, Tourism Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Eco-tourism, Hotel and Institutional Management and Information Technnology, Travel and Tour Operations Management, International Tourism Management and Hospitality Management, Travel and Tourism Management, Hotel and Hospitality mmanagement or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
2. ii. Certificate in computer application from a recognized institution.

b). Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. i. Identifying and documenting tourism products;
2. ii. Identifying Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises (SMTE’s) and community-based tourism projects;
3. iii. Liaising with tourism stakeholders on issues related to tourism;
4. iv. Inspecting and preparing reports on tourism facilities and service providers;
5. v. Collecting and compiling information on tourism facilities and service for the development of tourism guide books;
6. vi. Undertaking domestic tourism promotion; vii. Collecting and maintaining data on tourism statistics;
7. vii. Maintaining a register on tourism facilities and services; and
8. viii. Identifying suitable locations for mounting tourist signages.

3. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES

i). AGRICULTURE OFFICER (AGRIBUSINESS), JOB GROUP ‘J’ (CPSB 10) ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Holder of at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agriculture & Home Economics, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Horticulture, Agroforestry and any other related field from a recognized institution;
ii. Demonstrate professional and technical competence in work performance and results;
iii. Be computer literate.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Promote holistic approaches to farm business development;
ii. Promote formulation and use farm business plans, agricultural credit management, and value chain development;
iii.Participate in monitoring and evaluation of agricultural programmes in the county;
iv. Consolidate farm input requirements in the county in liaison with Crops Officer and establish a data bank on stockists;
v. Promotion of information dissemination channels on input availability, quality and prices;
vi. Coordinating farm competitions and awards scheme in the county;
vii. Compilation of sectional periodic reports;
viii. Any other duty as may be prescribed by the County Director of Agribusiness from time to time

(ii) ANIMAL HEALTH ASSISTANT 1 (MEAT INSPECTORS) JOB GROUP 'H'- ELEVEN (11) POSTS

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Undertaking meat inspection and enforcing slaughterhouse hygiene and meat transport regulation
ii. Carrying out extension in areas of veterinary public health
iii. Participate in disease control programs
iv. Collecting data and making monthly reports.

Requirements for appointment

A candidate must have:-

(i) Certificate lasting not less than two (2) years or a diploma in any of the following

disciplines: – Animal Health, Animal Health and Production from a recognized institution:

(ii) Certificate in environmental health science (meat inspection)

(iii) Be registered by the Kenya Veterinary Board; and

(iv) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

4. WATER, ENVIRONMENT, CLIMATE CHANGE AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

i) HYDROGEOLOGIST, JOB GROUP ‘M’ (CPSB 7) ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

1. i. Have a Bachelor of Science Degree in either, Hydrology, Geology or Geophysics, Geosciences or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. ii. Be registered by the Geological Society of Kenya (GSK), Hydrological Society of Kenya, as graduate geologists/ Hydrologist or Geologist Registration Board (GRB);
3. iii. Have Proficiency in computer applications skills;

Duties & Responsibilities

i. carrying out hydro-geological, geo-technical, seismological and geophysical surveys on water projects;
ii. Mapping, monitoring, and evaluating groundwater;
iii. Coordinating and administering hydro geological functions;
iv. Formulating and reviewing policies on hydro geology;
v. Developing, implementing, and realizing the division’s strategic plans and objectives; and
vi. Collecting data on hydro-geological, geo-technical and geophysical surveys on water projects.

ii) WATER INSPECTOR, JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 10) ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Planning and supervising construction works for water supplies and sewerage schemes;
ii.Compiling operation and maintenance data;
iii. Supervising water supply operators and artisans.
iv. Any other duties assigned by the sub-county water officer.

Requirements for appointment

i. Diploma in either Water Supply Technology or Water Engineering from a recognized institution;
ii. Computer application.

iii) ENVIRONMENT OFFICER, JOB GROUP ‘J’ (CPSB 10), ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Environmental Conservation and Natural Resource Management, Environmental Conservation, Environmental Education, Environmental Health, Environmental Horticulture and Landscaping, Environmental Law, Environmental Management and Conservation, Environmental Resource Conservation, Environmental Studies and Community Development or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution; and
ii. Certificate in Computer Applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Collect and collate data and information related to environmental conservation and protection;
ii. Participating in awareness creation and advocacy;
iii. Field inspections;
iv. Rehabilitation, restoration and conservation of degraded catchment areas and river basins;
v. Pollution prevention and control;
vi. Enforcing compliance with environmental laws, regulations and standards; and
vii. Conflict resolution.

5. DEPARTMENT PUBLIC WORKS, TRANSPORT, ROADS HOUSING AND ENERGY

i) ARTISAN (ELECTRICAL, JOB GROUP E (CPSB 14), ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) and above or equivalent
ii. Government Trade Test
iii. Certificate Grade III in Electrical Technician
iv. Computer applications certificate

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Conducts general electrical maintenance
ii. Install and maintain electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures.
iii. Replace and repair electrical wiring.
iv. Identify and test electrical components.
v. Maintain and repair electrical systems.
vi. Install and maintain wire and cables, circuit breakers, and fixtures.
vii. Inspect electrical systems and components and fixtures.
viii. troubleshoots electrical issues.

ii) ELECTRICAL ENGINEER II (SOLAR ENERGY SPECIALIZATION), JOB GROUP ‘K’ (CPSB 9), ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and relevant qualification from recognized institution.
ii. Registered by Engineers registration board of Kenya as a graduate engineer

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Design of electrical /electronic engineering services in county government building and construction work
ii. Repair and maintenance of electrical/electronics in offices, workshops and premises

iii) ARTISAN (PLANT MECHANICS), JOB GROUP E (CPSB 14) ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. KCSE mean grade D+ (plus) and above or equivalent
ii.National Trade Test Certificate grade I for plant mechanics with a proven practical experience of having served for three (3) years as a mechanic
iii. Knowledge in welding will be an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Inspect, maintain, repair and service of heavy and light plant machinery
ii. Diagnosis of general faults in diesel/petrol engines
iii. Carry out preventive maintenance to plant machinery
iv. Care for maintenance tools of trade and other trade related work as may be assigned.

iv) ARTISAN III (MOTOR VEHICLE MECHANICS) JOB GROUP ‘E’ (CPSB 14) ONE (1) POST

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Perform routine and preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune ups
ii. Perform tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper functioning
iii. Identify mechanical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment
iv. Maintain vehicle record by recording service and repairs.

Requirements for appointment

i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+(plus) or its equivalent from a recognized institution
ii. Motor Vehicle Mechanic National Trade Test Certificate Grade III
iii. Knowledge in welding will be an added advantage.

v) ARTISAN III (WELDER) JOB GROUP ‘E’ (CPSB 14) ONE (1)

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Duties entail basic welding and maintenance of welding tools;
ii. Soldering and brazing of copper plates
iii. Gas welding and fabrication
iv. Performing Mig/arc/spot welding where necessary
v. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade ‘D’ plain or its equivalent from a recognized institution,
ii. Artisan National Trade Test Certificate Grade III/apprentice Certificate awarded by the National Industrial Training Authority or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and
iii. Having NYS certificates will be an added advantage.

v) ARTISAN III (WELDER) JOB GROUP ‘E’ (CPSB 14) ONE (1)

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have: –

1. i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D plain or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
2. ii. Artisan National Trade Test Certificate Grade III/apprentice Certificate awarded by the National Industrial Training Authority or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Installing, repairing, wiring, and maintaining of all electrical components found in different vehicles.
ii. Also check what is necessary to bring automobiles up to their best working condition.

6. DEPARTMENT: EDUCATION, CHILDREN, GENDER AFFAIRS, CULTURE AND SOCIAL SERVICES.

i) YOUTH POLYTECHNIC INSTRUCTOR III (ELECTRICAL), JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 11), TWO (2) POSTS

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Diploma in electrical and electronics Engineering,
ii. Certificate in Technical Education from a recognized institution.
iii. Certificate in computer application from a recognized institution.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Preparing and maintaining schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, trainee records, teaching and learning materials.
ii. Carrying out trainee assessment
iii. Ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment
iv. Conducting co-curricular activities
v. Maintaining trainees’ discipline
vi. Guiding and counselling trainees.

ii) Social Development Officer, Job Group, “L” – One (1) post

Renumeration : As per the SRC guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Sociology, Anthropology, Social work, Psychology, Community Development, Project Development Studies /Management, Disability Studies, Counselling, Tourism, Gender and Development, Business Administration/Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Three (3) years’ experience
iii. Training in either Gender Studies or Women Empowerment, Gender and Development.
iv. Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
v. Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage
vi. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Facilitating and monitoring gender mainstreaming, Socio-economic empowerment, Female Genital Mutilation and Sexual and Gender based violence activities;
ii. Implementing Gender mainstreaming and socio-economic empowerment, Female Genital Mutilation and Sexual and Gender Based Violence programs and projects;
iii. Collecting, collating and analyzing data on Female Genital Mutilation and Sexual and Gender Based Violence prevalence;
iv. Collecting, compiling and analyzing Gender disaggregated data on Ministries/Departments, Counties and Agencies;
v. Identifying opportunities and documenting practices for upscaling and replication of gender programs;
vi. Follow -up with gender violence victim for the expediency of justice;
vii. Liaising with organizations handling gender issues; and
vii. Disseminating information on gender mainstreaming, socio-economic empowerment, Female Genital Mutilation and Sexual and Gender Based Violence policies, programs and projects

7. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

i) REGISTERED CLINICAL OFFICER III, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11), THREE (3) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have-

i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, and C in Biology/Biological Sciences, C- in Chemistry/Physical Sciences.
ii. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and surgery or Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution
iii. Certificate of Registration by Clinical Officers Council
iv. Valid practice license
v. Be computer literate

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Taking appropriate patient history, examining, diagnosing and treating patients in both inpatient and outpatients setting.
ii. Implementing community health activities in liaison with other health care workers.
iii. Guiding and counseling patients on preventive and promotive health issues.
iv. Conducting minor procedures consistent with training and skills.
v. Collecting, compilation of patient clinical data.
vi. Patient referral as appropriate.

ii) KENYA REGISTERED NURSE III, JOB GROUP 'H' (CPSB 11) THIRTY (30) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Midwifery, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery or Kenya Registered Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry from a recognized institution;
ii. Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
iii. Valid practicing license from Nursing Council of Kenya; and
iv. Certificate in computer applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Assessing, planning, implementing nursing interventions and evaluating patient’s outcomes;
ii. appropriate healthcare service including Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses (IMCI), immunization, PMTCT, ante-natal care and delivery,
iii. Providing health education and counselling to patients/clients and community on identified health needs;
iv. Referring patients and clients appropriately;
v. Facilitating patients’ admission
vi. ion and initiating discharge plans;
vii. Maintaining records on patient’s/client’s health condition and care;
viii. Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment; and collecting and compiling data.

iii) NUTRITION AND DIETETICS TECHNOLOGIST III, JOB GROUP ‘H’ (CPSB 11), ONE (1)

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. Diploma in Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition or Nutrition and Dietetic from a recognized institution
ii. Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution
iii. Registration by the Council of the Institute of Nutritionists and Dieticians (CIND)

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Implementing nutrition programmes
ii. Providing nutrition services in health care facilities
iii. Conducting nutrition assessments;
iv. Collecting and compiling nutrition data
v. Providing nutrition health education and demonstration
vi. Counselling patients with specific nutrition needs;
vii. Implementing outpatients and inpatients supplementary and therapeutic feeding programs
viii. Promoting maternal, infant and young children feeding programmes.

iv) HEALTH RECORDS INFORMATION ASSISTANTS III, JOB GROUP ‘G’(CPSB 12) THREE (3) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution
ii. Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized Institution

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Receiving and registering patients at hospital reception
ii. Booking appointments for patients to specialty and consultants’ clinics
iiii. Storing and retrieving medical records and documents
iv. Preparing clinics
v. Updating bed bureaus
vi. Capturing data from service points
vii. Maintaining record safety and confidentiality.

v) PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIST III, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11), TWO (2) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

1. i. Diploma in pharmacy from an institution approved by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
2. ii. A certificate of enrolment issued by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board;
3. iii. Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Receiving, interpreting and processing subscriptions;
ii. Recording prescriptions in a pharmacy unit;
iii. Pre-packing, repacking and writing instructions on labels;
iv. Counselling patients on usage of drugs in a pharmacy unit;
v. Maintaining drug registers/books; and Stock-taking of drugs and medicinal devices on monthly basis.
vi. Prescription processing in health care facilities.
vii. Medication counselling to patients.
viii. Inventory management of health products.
ix. Carry out commodity management roles including; quantification, ordering, receipt and rationalization of commodities.
x. Reporting to the pharmacist in charge
xi. Pharmacovigilance activities
xii. Any other roles as may be assigned

vi) RADIOGRAPHER III, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11), THREE (3) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i.Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C (plain) with grade C (plain) in English/Kiswahili, Biology/Biological Sciences or Physics/Physical Sciences and C- in Mathematics;
vi. Diploma in any of the following: Diagnostic Radiography/Medical Imaging Sciences, Ultrasound, Computerized Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy and Digital.

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Providing radiographic services to the patients.
ii. Processing, verifying and maintaining information relating to patients.
iii. Ordering and maintaining records of radiographic and photographic supplies.

vii) MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST III, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11), FOUR (4) POSTS

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
1. i. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or any other equivalent qualification from institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
2. ii. Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
3. iii. Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
4. iv. Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

i. Decontaminating working benches
ii. Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens
iii. Preparing clients for the collection of specimens
iv. Receiving/collecting, labelling and registering of specimen
v. Transferring specimens to specific sections for processing and analyses
vi. Preparing reagents
vii. Issuing blood and blood products to peripheral health facilities
viii. Storing blood products according to their requirements.

vii) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11), THREE (3) POST

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Holder of a Diploma in Occupational therapy from a recognized institution.
ii. Be registered with relevant regulatory body (Kenya occupation therapy association.)
iii. Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution;
iv. Leadership skills and problem-solving skills.
v. At least one-year experience in a busy hospital
vi. Other requirements as per the relevant Scheme of Service

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Management of rehabilitation Services in a Hospital or Health Center.
ii. Helping patients develop, recover, improve in regards to a condition or injury, as well as maintain the skills needed to execute daily activities.
iii. To use different types of modalities in management of different conditions.
iv. Engagement in social activities, identification of people with disabilities, educating community about disabilities, promote and protect the rights of persons with disabilities, remove barriers and obstacles that disrupt participation.
v. Improve the functional capabilities of PWDs
vi. To compile reports according to stipulated report guidelines
vii. Liaising with division heads on health services; and be deployed in specialized clinics.
viii. To work in collaboration with other stakeholders in all departments
ix. Safeguarding and ensuring maintenance of equipment and appliances
x. Maintaining up –to- date health information system in area of specialization.
xi. Analyzing medical reports in area of specialization.
xii. Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

ix) PHYSIOTHERAPISTS III, JOB GROUP H (CPSB 11) THREE (3) POSTS)

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution;
ii. Certificate of Registration from the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK)
iii. Current Certificate of practice from Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK) and
iv. Certificate in computer application

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Providing physiotherapy services to inpatients and outpatients at an outpatient unit/ward/health institution
ii. Assessing patient needs including rehabilitation
iii. Verifying and maintaining information and records relating to patients
iv. Screening, assessing and providing therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, electrotherapy and hydrotherapy as per the patients/clients formulated treatment plan collecting data for operational research; sensitizing the community on Physiotherapy issues; and preparing periodic reports.

x) Health Administrative Officer, Job Group, ‘J’- One (1) Post

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

1. i. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following social Sciences: Government, Anthropology, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Health Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. ii. Certificate in computer Application skills from a recognized institution
3. iii. Membership to Kenya Association of Health Administrators

Duties & Responsibilities

Officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

1. i. Assist in implementation of health administrative policies, strategies, procedures and programs
2. ii. Coordination of catering and housekeeping services;
3. iii. Assist in overseeing staff and patient’s welfare by ensuring their security;
4. iv. Assist in overseeing transport management, utilization and management of stores & equipment, overseeing staff and patients’ welfare by ensuring their security; management of the hospital/health institution mortuary;
5. v. Provide secretarial and administrative services to various committees and;
6. vi. Maintenance of health administrative service standards in hospital/health institution

8. DEPARTMENT OF COUNTY SECRETARY AND HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICE

i) Fleet and Logistic Assistant II, Job Group “H" - I One (1) post

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Diploma in operations & dispatch or in fleet management or in locomotives from a recognized institution
ii. Computer application from a recognized institution

Duties & Responsibilities

1. i. Vehicle Maintenance and Services;

Ensure that scheduled services for all fleet vehicles are completed on time and in accordance with company policies;
Research and verify that service and repair costs are competitive with market prices to ensure cost-effectiveness;
Monitor and ensure that all contracted repairs are completed satisfactorily and meet quality standards;

2. ii. Driver Supervision

Supervise and support all drivers, providing guidance and addressing any driver-related issues that arise.

3. iii. Compliance and Audits

Ensure all vehicle repairs and services comply with approved frameworks and safety standards.
Conduct monthly vehicle audits to assess operational vehicles and identify any that are grounded or in need of further attention.

4. iv. Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of vehicle services, repairs, and audits to provide transparency and accountability.
Prepare reports on fleet performance, service costs, and audit findings for management review.

ii) Support Staff Supervisor, Job Group “E”- five (5) post

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade of D or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Maintaining office cleanliness
ii. Messengerial duties in the office assigned
iii. Undertaking any other duties as assigned

iii) Senior Support Staff, Job group “D” – one (1) post

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade of D plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Maintaining office cleanliness
ii. Messengerial duties in the office assigned
iii. Undertaking any other duties as assigned

9. Department of Lands, Physical Planning and Urban Development (Engineer Municipality)

i) Principal Physical Planner, Job Group ‘N’ - One (1) post

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

i. Have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following discipline: – Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning or Town Planning from a recognized institution
ii. Three (3) years’ experience
iii. Be a member of Kenya Institute of Planners or Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planning Chapter);
iv. Be registered by the Physical Planners registration Board;
v. Have a Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution: and
vi. Have demonstrated merit and sure ability as reflected in work performance and results

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Initiating, preparing and monitoring the implementation of county and local physical development plans,
ii. Preparing action for specific projects such as residential housing schemes, shopping centres, industrial estates and recreational facilities;
iii. Providing advice to government and private agencies on development proposals and plans;
iv. Implementing and providing feedback on physical planning guidelines and standards;
v. Undertaking thematic regional studies on matters relating to physical planning; managing physical planning data;
vi. Setting agenda and convening physical planning liaison committee meetings;
vii. Keeping records of deliberations communicating decisions of physical planning liaison committees;
viii. Providing advice on development control;
ix. Carrying out public education of physical planning matters; and Preparing annual state of physical planning report on county and local physical development plans.

ii) SENIOR PRINCIPAL SUPERINTENDING ENGINEER (STRUCTURAL), JOB GROUP ‘R’ (CPSB 3) ONE (1) POST

Remuneration: As per the current SRC Guidelines

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

i. At least five (5) years’ experience in related field or served in the grade of Principal Superintending Engineer (Structural or comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) yeas;
ii. Bachelor Degree in civil engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iii. Registered with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya (ERB);
iv. A current valid annual Practicing license from the Engineers Board of Kenya;
v. Corporate Membership with the Institutions of Engineers Board of Kenya;
vi. Attended a Strategic Leadership Development course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution; and
vii. Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of structural and civil engineering development programmes

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Planning, design, supervision of construction, contracts, materials investigation and research related to buildings and other structures like swimming pools;
ii. Direction, Control and supervision of maintenance of various structures;
iii. Control and supervision of staff and financial control in the division;
iv. Administrative matters, procurement, financial control and staff supervision
v. Ensuring sufficiency of design and contract drawings;
vi. Implementation of the specifications and quality control;
vii. Formulation of design standards and procedures;
viii. Development of research on materials in building/ civil works technology;
ix. Registration of consulting engineers and civil engineering contractors
x. Coordination of design, supervision of construction and maintenance of public buildings, civil and other public works; and
xi. Supervision of staff working under him/her

10. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE, ADMINISTRATION AND DEVOLUTION

(i) Ward Administrator, Job Group ‘J’ One (1) Posts

Remuneration: As Guided by Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service

Requirements for appointment

i. Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration Management or Business Administration/Management or Conflict Management, Public Policy Governance, Political Science, or Community Development or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
ii. Certificate in computer applications

Duties & Responsibilities

i. Identifying and documenting existing networks and linkages with the relevant stakeholders;
ii. Handling public concerns and issues;
iii. Identifying community projects in the ward in consultation with stakeholders
iv. Monitoring and evaluating community projects;
v. Coordinating citizen mobilization in development activities
vi. Promoting ethics and principals of good governance
vii. Analyzing and compiling data on development activities.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates are requested to download the Application for Employment Form from the County website: Download the Application form thereafter they should complete the Application for Employment Form and attach copies of the following documents:

National Identification Card; and
Academic and professional certificates.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates plus other relevant documents in support of their applications.

Applications should be submitted to the County Public Service Board in an envelope which should be addressed to:

The Secretary,

County Public Service Board,

P.O Box 38-20303,

Ol’ Kalou,

NYANDARUA

Applications may also be hand delivered to the County Public Service Board offices located at Posta House, 2^ndfloor, Ol’Kalou Town.

Applications should be received on or before close of business on 29/11/2024.

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Nyandarua County Government is an equal opportunity employer: women, youth, physically challenged, minority and marginalized persons: are encouraged to apply.