Massive Recruitment at Machakos County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

• driving the assigned vehicle
• carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and brake systems, etc.
• detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; maintenance of work ticket(s) for vehicle(s) assigned
• ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road
• overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
• maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s)
• In addition, the officer may be required to supervise and guide staff in a small transport unit.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;

• Ten (10) years of driving experience
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
• a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• A Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
• a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
• attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;

ICT Officer III – 10 Positions

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• writing and testing simple computer programs according to instructions and specifications;
• assisting in the implementation of the computer systems;
• providing user support and training of users;
• repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;
• monitoring the performance of ICT equipment;
• reporting any faults for further action.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidates must have

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C plain with at least a C- in mathematics and English /Kiswahili or its approved equivalent
• Diploma in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Electrical/ Electronic Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Planning of office accommodation and layout;
• Facilitating transport and travelling services;
• Maintaining and updating furniture and office equipment inventory;
• Ensuring payment of utility bills;
• Facilitating movement of assets:
• Facilitating general maintenance of buildings and furniture; and
• Facilitating logistics for meetings, conferences and other special events.
• Collecting and collating data on developmental activities; and
• Providing input in organizing public participation awareness at the local level;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Public Administration; Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Science from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in computer applications.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Analyzing, designing, coding, and testing, implementing computer programs providing user support
• Maintaining support systems and training of users
• Repairing and maintaining of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals
• Receiving, installing, and certifying of Information Communication Technology equipment
• Configuring of new Information Communication Technology equipment

Requirements for Appointment

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

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Physics or any other ICT related discipline with a bias in information communication technology from a recognized Institution or
• A higher Diploma in Computer Science/Information Communication Technology or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will handle: –

• Assessing patients and clients and establishing health care needs
• Planning and implementing nursing care interventions based on patients’/clients’ health needs.
• Providing appropriate healthcare service including immunization, ante-natal care, delivery, referring patients and clients appropriately
• Evaluating healthcare outcomes on patients/clients preparing individualized reports
• Making appropriate discharge plan for patients
• Conducting assessment of school health needs
• Planning, implementing interventions and preparing periodic reports.
• Maintaining records in patients/clients’ personal health condition/care
• Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment
• Ensuring safe custody for in-patients’ belongings
• Conducting home visits
• Following up discharged patients/clients and providing continuity of care
• Treating minor ailments.

Requirements for Appointment

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

• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Kenya Enrolled Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse, Kenya Enrolled Midwife, Kenya Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse or Enrolled Nurse/Midwife from a recognized training institution.
• Enrolment Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Valid practicing license from Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certificate in computer application skills.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• assessing, planning, implementing nursing interventions and evaluating patient’s outcomes;.
• providing appropriate healthcare service including Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses (IMCI), immunization, PMTCT, ante-natal care and delivery,
• providing health education and counselling to patients/clients and community on identified health needs;
• referring patients and clients appropriately;
• facilitating patients’ admission and initiating discharge plans;
• maintaining records on patients/clients health condition and care; ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment;
• collecting and compiling data.

Requirements for Appointment

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

• 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;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Valid practicing license from Nursing Council of Kenya; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will handle: –

• Collecting statistical records
• carrying out transactions related to accounts or personnel information.
• filing receipts
• receiving, filing, and dispatching correspondence
• preparing Pay Change Advices (PCAs)
• preparing initial documents for issuance of stores
• photocopying and scanning documents
• indexing of documents and records
• Checking general office cleaning; and
• keeping safe custody of equipment, documents, and records.

Requirements for Appointment

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

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent qualification; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• planning of office accommodation and layout;
• facilitating transport and travelling services;
• maintaining and updating furniture and office equipment inventory;
• ensuring payment of bills;
• facilitating movement of assets;
• carrying out general maintenance of buildings and furniture;
• facilitating logistics for meetings, conferences and other special events;
• collecting and collating data on developmental activities;
• providing input in the monitoring and evaluating of community projects;
• disseminating information to the public.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Public Administration; Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Sciences from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer applications.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: analyzing, designing, coding, testing, implementing computer programs providing user support; and maintaining support systems and training of users; repairing and maintaining of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals; receiving, installing and certifying of Information Communication Technology equipment; and configuring of new Information Communication Technology equipment.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Physics or any other ICT related discipline with a bias in information communication technology from a recognized Institution;

OR

• A Higher Diploma in Computer Science/Information Communication Technology or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will work under a more senior officer.

• Specific duties and responsibilities at this level shall include:-
• compiling and formatting financial estimates;
• taking initial action on budget monitoring;
• preparing reports and briefs on budgetary policy issues.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of either:-

• Bachelors degree in any of the following areas:  Commerce (Finance option), Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or Finance

OR

• Any other Bachelor’s degree with Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II)   qualification.

Personal Qualities 

In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following qualities:

• Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce
• Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take instructions
• Good organizational and supervisory skills

Core Skills

• Team playing skills
• Accuracy
• Execution of instructions
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Records Management skills

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be expected to supervise and provide guidance and advice in areas pertaining to Supply Chain Management to officers working under the officer. Specifically, duties will entail:

• assisting in procurement, preparation of procurement plans, market survey and research;
• disposal of stores and equipment in accordance to the laid down regulations and procedures and procedures;
• preparation of periodic and annual Supply Chain Management reports/returns.

Requirement for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Six (6) of working experience of which three (3) should be a senior position in Public Service or the Private Sector;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement & Supplies Management, Marketing, Law or their equivalent from a recognized institution.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• writing and testing simple computer programs according to instructions  and specifications;
• assisting in the implementation of the computer systems;
• providing user support and training of users;
• repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;
• monitoring the performance of ICT equipment;
• reporting any faults for further action.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidates must have

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C plain with at least a C- in mathematics and English /Kiswahili or its approved equivalent.
• Diploma in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Electrical/ Electronic  Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Implementing, reviewing and interpreting administrative policies, strategies, procedures and programme;
• Managing and supervising the general administration services;
• Implementing public service reforms;
• Facilitating maintenance of infrastructure and facilities;
• Planning and coordinating office accommodation; and
• Managing county government assets.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• twelve (12) years of working experience of which three (3) should be in a Managerial position in the Public Service or Private Service;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Administration; Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Science from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Administration: Business Administration/Management, Community Development or any other Social Science from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in computer application skills.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of control, training and development of staff under him/her;
• Setting targets for the division and may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to accounting services;
• Maybe called upon to assist in preparations of final accounts;
• Ensure safe custody of Government assets and records under him/her;
• Responsible for authorizing payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits;
• Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of management reports that fall under his/her division;
• Responsible for providing guidance to officers under him/her to achieve the desired results.

Requirements for Appointment

For this appointment an officer must have: –

• Six (6) years of working experience of which three (3) should be in a senior position in Public Service or the Private Sector;
• A Bachelor degree in commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;

OR

• Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to get in well with the diverse workforce
• Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take instructions
• Good organizational and supervisory skills

Core Competences

• Team playing skills
• Accuracy
• Care for resources
• Manual dexterity
• Execution of instructions
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Compiling out transactions related to accounts or personnel information
• Filing receipts
• Receiving, sorting out, filing and dispatching correspondence
• Recording, folioing and filing applications for registration and licensing documents
• Preparing Pay Change Advices (PCAs)
• Checking general office cleaning and security of buildings and equipment
• Verifying pension claims
• Processing documents for issuance of licenses
• Maintaining and updating files
• Controlling movements of records and files
• Managing registers

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Grade C- (Minus) or its approved equivalent
• Certificate in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management (HRM), Business Administration, Kenya Accounts Technician Certificate (KATC), Supply Chain Management or Records Management lasting not less than six (6) months from a recognized institution
• Certificate in computer application skills.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer in this level will be responsible for: –

Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry and routine accounting work such as balancing of cashbooks, impress and advances ledgers etc. The scope and complexity of work will increase with experience and training but the officer will still be under close guidance where new tasks are involved. He/she will be responsible for safe custody of records and assets under him/her.

Requirement for Appointment

For appointment to the grade of Accountant II, a candidate must have the following qualification: –

•  A pass in part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or it’s recognized equivalent qualifications.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification.

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Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible for: –

• Gathering, compiling and analyzing information on commitment and expenditure trends and initiating appropriate corrective action as may be required;
• Compiling information required on budget monitoring and expenditure control including expenditures on salaries and allowances; and
• Initial processing of reallocations within the budget.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have –

• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Finance option), Business Management or Finance, Economics, Business Administration plus Certified Public Accountant (CPA) K or Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA);
• A certificate in computer applications.

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An officer at this level will handle: –

• issuing and receiving stores
• assisting in stock taking, reconciliation, preparation, and maintenance of records.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of: –

• a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (minus) with a minimum of C- in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution; and
• a Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution