County Government of Marsabit
County Public Service Board
Vacancies
The County Public Service Board, Marsabit County wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions:
1: County Director of Legal Services
JG R
The County Legal Officer will be responsible to the County Secretary
Duties and Responsibilities
Providing legal service to the county government
Representing the County in legal and civil matters as need arises.
Keeping abreast of legal and policy developments
Development of appropriate County Legislative bills, and amendments where appropriate
Undertaking strategic planning on priority areas that requires law reform
Providing legal interpretation of the constitution, National and County Legislatives Acts.
Undertaking legal and legislative research among other legal and civil duties as may be assigned
Requirement for Appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen
Be a holder of 1st Degree in Law from a recognized University
A master’s Degree in Law from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
Have a knowledge, experience and distinguish career of not less than Seven (7) years as a legal practitioner; and
Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Terms of Service:
Contract
Salary Scale: Kshs. 109,089-144,928 p.m
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m
Commuter Allowance: 16,000 p.m
2: County Legal Officer
1 No.
JG P
The officer will be responsible to the County Director of Legal Services for the following duties.
Duties and Responsibilities
Providing legal advice to the County departments and office of the Governor.
Representing the county departments and office of the Governor in civil matters as need arises.
Keeping abreast of legal and policy developments.
Providing legislative support to the office of the Governor and all county departments including briefs on legislation as well as preparing amendments where appropriate.
Identifying strategic priority areas that require law reform.
Undertaking legal research and draft bills for legislation.
Any other function as may be assigned by the County Director of Legal Services.
Requirement for Appointments:
For appointment to this grade as applicant must be:-
Be Kenyan citizen.
Be a holder of 1st Degree in Law from a recognized University and Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than five (5) years as a legal practitioner.
Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
Terms of Service:
Permanent and pensionable
Salary Scale: Kshs. 77,527-103,893 p.m
House Allowance: Kshs. 40,000 p.m
Commuter Allowance: 12,000 p.m
3: Communication Manager
JG P
The Communications Manager will be responsible to the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Governor
Duties and Responsibilities
Overseeing development and implementation of the Communications Strategy.
Prepare press releases; react to media stories and proactive media reporting through the available channels.
Planning and covering the Governor’s function and the county Government’s activities in electronic and print for dissemination to the media and public.
Overseeing drafting of speeches and talking notes for the Governor
Developing a media strategy to guide the management of a strong media relations program.
Providing professional assistance in all areas of communication, Public Relations and Media Relations.
Requirement for Appointment
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Be a holder of a Bachelor Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relation, Corporate Communications or any other relevant Degree in a University recognized in Kenya
Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than seven (7) years in public communication and at least two (2) years of management level experience.
Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
Terms of Service:
Permanent and pensionable
Salary Scale: Kshs. 77,527-103,893 p.m
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m
Commuter Allowance: 12,000 p.m
4: Communication Officer
JG N
The Communication Officer will be responsible to the Communication Manager
Duties and responsibilities
Working closely with the Communication Manager to ensure that all communications products and activities are directly supporting County Government’s needs.
Coordinating of the outreach program.
Leading on the coordination, development and production of communications materials, including: drafting content for website, blog posts, newsletters and reports; editing external communications materials, such as films, radio programs, brochures and correspondence.
Keeping and maintaining all corporate communication records.
Requirements for Appointment
A bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized university.
5 years’ experience in handling communication and media issues.
Must demonstrate administrative skills and sound knowledge of media, public relations and communication ability and
Be competent in use of IT as a working tool.
Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
Terms of Service:
Permanent and pensionable
Salary Scale: Kshs. 48,190-65,290 p.m
House Allowance: Kshs. 17,000 p.m
Commuter Allowance: 8,000 p.m
4: Deputy Sub-County Administrators
4 Posts
JG P
Duties and Responsibilities
The deputy Sub-county Administrator shall
i. Deputize the sub-county administrator in the execution of the sub-county functions and
ii. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the sub-county administrator
Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen.
Be a holder of at least a first Degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
Working experience of not less than seven (7) years.
Have qualifications and knowledge in administration or management
Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
Terms of Service
Permanent and pensionable
Basic salary: Kshs. 77,527– 103,894 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs. 20,000.00pm
Commuter allowance: Kshs 12,000.00pm
5: Ward Administrators
20 Posts
JG N
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Duties and Responsibilities
The Ward Administrator will be responsible to the sub-county Administration for the following:
Coordinating managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the ward unit.
Implementing policies and plans.
Ensuring effective service delivery.
Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community.
Providing and maintaining infrastructure and facilities of public service.
Facilitating the coordinating citizen participation in the implementation of policies and delivery of service.
Exercising any function and powers as may be delegated by the sub-county administrator
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment of a candidate must
Be a Kenyan citizen.
Be a holder of at least a Diploma in community development, public administration or related field.
Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than six (6) years in public or private service. Must have served in management position for at least three years.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.
Those who applied earlier do not need to re-apply
Terms of Service
Permanent and pensionable
Basic salary: Kshs. 48,190 – 65,290 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs. 24, 000 p.m
Commuter allowance: Kshs. 8,000 p.m.
6: Village Administrators
70 Posts
JG L
Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen.
A holder of at least a diploma in public administration or any other development related field.
Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than five (5) years in public or private service for diploma graduates and three (3) years for degree holders.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.
Duties and Responsibilities
A village administrator shall be responsible to the relevant Ward administrator for:
Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the village.
Ensuring and coordinating the participation of the village unit in governance.
Assisting the village unit to develop the administrative capacity for the effective exercise of its functions and powers and participation in governance at the local level and
Exercising any functions and powers delegated by the Ward administrator.
Terms of Service
Permanent and pensionable
Basic salary: Kshs. 35,910-45,880 pm
House allowance: Kshs. 20,000pm
Commuter allowances: Kshs. 6,000pm
Annual leave allowance and Medical Cover.
7: Sub County Revenue Officers
5 Posts
JG M
The Sub County Revenue Officers will be responsible to the County Revenue Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for day to day running of the sub county revenue collection
Implementation of the county policies and regulations on revenue at Sub-county level
Development and implementation of plans to operationalize sub counties revenue to enhance efficient revenue collection and growth.
Maintain all records of all revenues sources/centres, rates and revenue collected
Project revenues trends for planning and decision making in sub-county
Any other duties assigned by the County Revenue Officer
Requirement for Appointment
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, (Accounting/Finance) option from a recognized University in Kenya.
Have at least CPA III or ACCA qualifications
Be able to demonstrate familiarity with Public Financial Management revenue and Accounting systems
Be thoroughly conversant with various financial management computer packages
Have at least 4 years post qualification experience 2 years of which must be supervisory positions in a busy commercial or public financial accounting and treasury environment
Terms of Service
Permanent and pensionable
Basic salary: Kshs. 41,590-65,290 p.m
House allowance: Kshs. 17,000 p.m
Commuter allowances: Kshs. 8,000 p.m
How to Apply:
All written applications, CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials and Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to:
1. The Secretary County Public Service Board, P. O. Box 384 – 60500, Marsabit.
2. Hand delivered application should be delivered to the reception desk at County Public Service Board offices located in Marsabit town, Marsabit County.
3. Online applications should be emailed to: marsabitselectionpanel@gmail.com
All applications should reach the Secretary County Public Service Board on or before 20th September, 2013 at 05.00pm.