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THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF TAITA TAVETA

COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

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The Taita Taveta County Public Service Board invites applications from suitable and qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant positions:

1. VACANCIES IN THE DEPATMENT OF WATER, ENVIRONMENT AND SANITATION

1. CPSB/TTC/019/2019

POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE

CHANGE JG ‘P’

Number of Posts: One (1)

Terms of Service: Contract Three (3) Years

Remuneration: As provided for by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Requirements for Appointment

1) Served in the grade of Principal Environment and Natural Resource Officer, or a

comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3)

years;

2) Holds a 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, Environmental Studies and Community Resources

Conservation, Fisheries, Forestry, Geo-spatial information and Remote Sensing,

Agriculture, Aquatic Science, Bio-Resource Conservation and Management, Botany,

Chemistry, Climate Change and Development, Coastal and Marine Resource Agriculture,

Aquatic Science, Bio-Resource Conservation and Management, Botany, Chemistry,

Climate Change and Development, Coastal and Marine Resource Management,

Conservation Biology, Disaster Mitigation and Sustainable Development, Dry land

Agriculture and Enterprise Development, Earth Sciences with Information Technology,

Ecology, Environment and Bio-system Engineering, Environmental Chemistry,

Geography, Geo-information Sciences, Horticulture, Land Resource Planning and

Management, Management, Meteorology, Natural Resource Management, Range

Management, Waste Management, Water Resource and Environment, Wildlife

Management or Zoology from a recognized institution;

3) Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;

4) Demonstrated administrative and professional competence as reflected in work

performance and results.

5) A Master’s degree in a relevant field of study will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

1) Provision of analytical support on climate change to various sector ministries, agencies

and county government;

2) Serving as County knowledge and information management centre for collating,

verifying, refining and disseminating knowledge and information on climate change;

3) In collaboration with other agencies at national and county government levels-

a. Identify low carbon development strategies and coordinate related measurement,

reporting and verification

b. Develop strategies and coordinate actions for building resilience to climate change and

enhancing adaptive capacity

c. Optimize the country’s opportunities to mobilize climate finance

d. Coordinating adherence to the country’s international obligations including the

associated reporting requirements

e. Coordinating the implementation of the gender and intergenerational climate change

education, consultation and learning at national and county government levels;

4) Coordinating preparation of comprehensive field work plans, budgets and procurement

plans in consultation with departmental heads;

5) Monitoring the implementation of field work plans; Provide regular and timely feedback

on the field operations work plans implementation and enforcement of the existing

environmental legislations; guidelines and regulations;

6) Supervision, development and appraisal of staff;

7) Coordination and supervision of all environmental matters in the field including cleanups,

conservancy and sanitation matters in the county;

8) Providing guidelines for establishment of County Environment Committees in

consultation with Legal Services Department;

9) Coordination of the implementation of county environmental programmes and projects;

10) Coordinating implementation of the County Environmental Strategic Plan and realization

of its objectives; overseeing the implementation of performance management systems

and contracts, ensuring accountability and prudent management of resources and assets

and ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance; transparency;

accountability, ethics & integrity.

2. VACANCIES IN THE DEPATMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATION

2. CPSB/TTC/020/2019

POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ENFORCEMENT (SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT)

JG P





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

1) First Degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution;

2) Certificate in relevant specialized training from a recognized institution;

3) Served in the grade of Chief Enforcement officer (Superintendent) or in a comparable

and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years and

has demonstrated exemplary service in the period of service;

4) Demonstrated merit and shown ability as reflected in work performance and results.


1) Assist in identifying all areas that require enforcement activities within the County ,

2) Responsible for developing security and enforcement programs within the County;

3) Assist in all administrative and operational activities within the County iv. Ensure

coordination and good working relationship with other National and County agencies at

the County level in all security and enforcement matters and during disasters;

4) Developing frequent inspections programs on regulated activities to ensure compliance

within the County;

5) analyzing data for input in the development and review of policies, guidelines,

procedures and strategies;

6) Implement all legislations, policies, guidelines and strategies on matters security and

enforcement;

7) Supervising, guiding developing and mentoring staff in the County.

CPSB/TTC/021/2019

POSITION: ASSISTANT PROGRAM OFFICERS JG ‘H’

Number of Posts: Five (5)

Terms of Service: Contract Five (5) Years


All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to:

Requirements for Appointment:

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

1) Diploma in Community Development; Project Management or its approved equivalent;

2) A good understanding of managing programs in a changing business environment;

3) Skilled in time management and strategic planning.

4) Proficiency in computer applications;

5) Good Communication and Interpersonal skills.


1) Provide technical support to the Project Implementation Committee, Service Delivery

Unit and Special Programmes Unit in monitoring and evaluation activities;

2) Preparing relevant documents and reports for the county programs and projects.

3) Performing research, communicating programs objectives and evaluating program’s

effectiveness;

4) Guiding on future programs intervention activities.

5) Any other duties as may be assigned

CPSB/TTC/022/2019

POSITION: RECEPTIONIST ASSISTANT III – JG ‘E’






1) Must have KCSE Certificate (Mean Grade D+) or its equivalent with at least a C- in

English;


3) Good Communication and Interpersonal skills;

4) A certificate in in front office management or its equivalent will be an added advantage;

5) A 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position will be an added advantage.


1) Receiving, directing and guiding visitors;

2) Issuance of visitors’ passes;

3) Maintaining good public relations;


CPSB/TTC/023/2019

POSITION: SECRETARIAL ASSISTANT II – JG ‘G’ Number of Posts: One (1)





1) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education minimum grade of C- (minus) with at least C

(plain) in English language, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

2) The following qualifications from the Kenya National Examinations Council:-

a. Typewriting I (minimum 30 w.p.m.)/computerized document processing

b. Business English I/Communications

c. Office Practice I

d. Commerce I

3) A Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized institution;

4) An experience of 1-2 years in a similar position will be an added advantage.


1) Typing from manuscripts;

2) Processing data;

3) Attending to visitors/clients;

4) Handling telephone calls and appointments;

5) Operating office equipment;

6) Ensuring security of office equipment, documents and records;

7) Any other duties as may be assigned.

CPSB/TTC/024/2019

POSITION: CLERICAL OFFICER III - JG ‘F’

Number of Posts: Four (4)





1) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C or its approved

equivalent;

2) Proficiency in computer application skills.

OR

3) Has passed the Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers administered by the Public

Service Commission (Kenya)


1) Processing appointments, promotions, discipline, transfers and other related duties in

human resource management;

2) Processing of pension documents;

3) Safe custody of the invoices, receipts and other records;

4) Preparation of estimates of expenditure for general office services;

5) Preparation and maintenance of records and ensuring proper maintenance of filing

system;

6) Processing of human resource statistics;

7) Assisting in planning office accommodation and layout;

8) Assisting in the management of the offices operations and their personnel;

9) Sorting, filing and dispatching letters.

CPSB/TTC/025/2019

POSITION: RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER III – JG ‘H’

Number of Posts: Two (2)

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable




1) A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE- C Plain) from KNEC or an

equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and

2) A Diploma in Record/Information Management or equivalent qualifications from a

recognized institution;

3) Experience in record management will be an added advantage.


1) Ensuring that files are well maintained, and documents carefully handled;

2) Ensuring the pending correspondence and bring-ups are checked and appropriate actions

taken;

3) Ensuring that mails are received, sorted, opened, and dispatched; and related registers

maintained;

4) Ensure security of information, documents, files and office equipment;

5) Supervise, guide and develop staff working under him/her;

6) The officer will initiate appraisal and disposal of files/documents in liaison with the

relevant government agencies;

7) Preparing disposal schedules and disposing dead files in accordance with relevant

Government regulations; and

8) Perform any other lawful duties and responsibilities as shall be assigned from time to

time.

3. VACANCIES IN THE DEPATMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND

INFRASTRUCTURE

CPSB/TTC/026/2019

POSITION: ASSISTANT ENGINEER II (ELECTRICAL), JOB GROUP `K`






1) Be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and

relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

2) Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer;

3) At least 3 (Three years) working experience in a similar position in a busy office (added

advantage).


1) Design of electrical/electronic engineering services in government buildings and

construction works;

2) Repair and maintenance of electrical/electronic installations in airports, waterworks,

offices, workshops, conference complexes and other government facilities.

3) Any other duty as may be assigned

CPSB/TTC/027/2019

POSITION: ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT III, JOB GROUP ‘H’






For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a

1) Diploma or Technician certificate part III in any of the following fields: Building/Civil

Engineering, Architecture or its equivalent and;

2) Relevant qualification from a recognized institution.


1) Interpretation of the Architects’ sketches and preparation of finished drawings;

2) Reading and interpreting Engineering drawings’ in relation to the architects’ sketch and

incorporating these details in the finished drawings;


CPSB/TTC/028/2019

POSITION: INSPECTOR (MECHANICAL-MVP), JOB GROUP ‘H’

Number of Posts: Four (4)




1) Diploma (Automotive) or other approved equivalent qualification; and

2) Valid Driving License;

3) At least 3 (Three years) working experience in a similar position in a busy workstation.


1) Attached to a small motor vehicle or plant repair section;

2) Ensure repair and maintenance of motor vehicles and plant;

3) Inspect and test vehicles and equipment before and after repairs;

4) Conduct proficiency test for drivers.

CPSB/TTC/029/2019

POSITION: QUANTITY SURVEY ASSISTANT III, JOB GROUP `H






1) Must have a Diploma in any of the following fields: Quantity Survey, Building/Civil

Engineering or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

2) At least 3 (Three years) working experience in a similar position in busy workstation.


1) Squaring dimensions and abstracting for the preparation of bills of quantities;

preparation of specifications;

2) Assisting in the preparation of payment certificates;


CPSB/TTC/030/2019

POSITION: PLANT OPERATOR II, JOB GROUP ‘E’

Number of Posts: Seven (7)





1) Served in the grade of Plant Operator III for a minimum period of three (3) years;

2) Passed Occupational Trade Test III for Plant Operators;

3) A valid driving license free from any current endorsements for the relevant Class (es) of

machines;

4) Ability to operate at least two (2) machines of ‘difficult rating’ B;

5) Attended a First-Aid Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance

or the Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other

recognized Institution; and

6) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.


1) Operating heavy plants of ‘Difficult rating’ B;

2) Keeping monthly records of services of the plants;

3) Preparing Monthly and weekly service schedules and ensuring they are followed;

4) Guiding turn boys and machine attendants;

5) Repairing minor defects on machines;

6) Liaising with the officer-in-charge for major repairs; supervising cleanliness of the plant;

and ;

7) Assisting in training junior plant operators.

4. VACANCIES IN THE DEPATMENT OF EDUCATION, LIBRARY SERVICES AND ICT

CPSB/TTC/031/2019

POSITION: LIBRARY ASSISTANT III JG “G”

Number of Posts: Six (6)





1) Must be a Kenyan citizen;

2) Must have Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) mean grade C- or its approved

equivalent qualification;

3) Certificate in Library or Information studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized

institution; and


5) Should have good interpersonal and communication skills.


The officer will be responsible for:-

1) Receiving, stamping and recording of incoming information /materials, books/documents

and publications;

2) Shelving, charging and discharging of Library materials;

3) Pasting date due labels; and ensuring compliance with stipulated due dates;

4) Preparing file pockets;

5) Spiral labeling;

6) Book Jackets;

7) Press Cuttings.

CPSB/TTC/032/2019

POSITION: ICT OFFICER III – JG- H

Number of Posts: Three (3)




For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-

1) Be a Kenyan citizen;

2) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C plain or its approved equivalent;

3) Diploma in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Technology or its

equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

4) Satisfy the requirements of chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and

integrity.


1) Writing and testing simple computer programs according to instructions and

specifications;

2) Assisting in the implementation of the computer systems;

3) Providing user support and training of users;

4) Repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;

5) Monitoring the performance of ICT equipment’s;

6) Reporting any faults for further action; and


CPSB/TTC/033/2019

POSITION: OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR JG “H”





For appointment to this grade, a person must have:

1) Must be a Kenyan Citizen;

2) Working experience of a minimum period of three (3) years;

3) Diploma in Secretarial Studies from KNEC or its equivalent qualifications from a

recognized institution;

4) The following qualifications from Kenya National Examinations Council Institute or its

equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

(i). Shorthand III (minimum 110 w.p.m);

(ii). Typewriting III (50 w.p.m.)/Computerized Document Processing III;

(iii). Business English III/Office Administration and Management III; and

(iv). Secretarial Duties II

5) A Certificate in Computer Applications (Windows, MS-Word, MS Excel, MS – Access

and Internet) from a recognized institution;

6) A Bachelor’s Degree in Secretarial Studies or a Bachelor of Business and office

Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added

advantage.


Duties and responsibilities will entail:

1) Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;

2) Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines;

3) Processing data; operating office equipment;

4) Attending to visitors/clients; handling telephone calls and appointments;

5) Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified

materials;

6) Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence, and undertaking any other

secretarial routine duties that may be assigned.

5. VACANCY IN THE DEPATMENT OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC PLANNING

CPSB/TTC/034/2019

POSITION: REVENUE CLERKS - JG ‘D’

Number of Posts: Sixty (60)

Terms of Service: Contract One (1) Year (Renewable based on performance)


Job Duties and Responsibilities

1) Handling regular revenue collection transactions;

2) Timely banking of collected revenue;

3) Collecting and posting revenue to appropriate accounts for charged fees and other money

paid to the county;

4) Analyzing and reporting on market trends;

5) Mapping, identifying revenue sources and reporting defaulters to ensure the county

collects all the revenue due;

6) Verifying other deposits from other county offices and agencies and other revenue due to

the county;

7) Sorting and posting payments received by mail or by other means and prepare office

documents and reports;

8) Preparing daily, weekly and monthly revenue reports per each collection streams; Issue

inventory and check accountable documents;

9) Conducting inspections of business premises for issue of business permits and issue out

of single business invoices;

10) Making entries in accountable documents, including electronic; Writing and issuing

receipts;

11) Collecting and recording cheques;

12) Liaising with enforcement unit in dealing with defaulters;

13) Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

1. Be a holder of a minimum KCSE with certificate/ Diploma in accounting/ business

management or its equivalent; OR Certified Public Accountant I; OR Kenya Accounting

Technical Certificate (KATC/ATC PART II) OR its equivalent;

2. Be a good team player with exemplary leadership qualities, interpersonal, communication

and collaborative skills;

3. Possess good planning, organizational, communication and analytical skills;

4. Proficiency in computer applications;

5. Should have good interpersonal and communication skills

6. Have a capacity to work under pressure to meet strict target

7. Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

8. Experience in revenue collection will be an added advantage

9. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

VACANCY IN THE DEPATMENT OF AGRICULTURE

CPSB/TTC/035/2019

POSITION: SUPPORT STAFF III (Farm Attendant) – JG “D”

Number of Posts: Nine (9)




1) Must be an adult Kenyan citizen;

2) Resident of the locality;

3) 1 year-experience in a similar position will be an added advantage;

4) A KCPE certificate will be an added advantage ;

5) Should have good interpersonal and communication skills;

6) An understanding of the pastoral operations will be an added advantage;

7) Ability to work under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

1) Taking care of animals at the Bachuma Livestock Multiplication Centre, which includes;

a. Stall feeding or herding;

b. Spraying and dipping of animals including disinfecting of livestock sheds,

c. Take care of young ones,

d. Boma cleaning and repair,

e. Watering of animals,

f. handling animals during shows, exhibition and field-days.

g. Reporting cases and taking stock of animals on daily basis


CPSB/TTC/036/2019

POSITION: SUPPORT STAFF III (NURSERY ATTENDANTS) - JG “D”

Number of Posts: Three (3)




1) Must be an adult Kenyan citizen;

2) A 1 year-experience in a similar position will be an added advantage;

3) A KCPE certificate will be an added advantage;

4) Should have good interpersonal and communication skills;

5) Ability to work under pressure


1) Management of crop nurseries located in Sagalla, Voi Showground and Kitobo, including

a. Cultivating of crop nurseries;

b. Management of the seedlings;

c. Regular reporting on nursery operations


CPSB/TTC/037/2019

POSITION: FARM TRACTOR OPERATOR II JG ‘E’





1) Served as a tractor operator for a minimum period of three (3) years;

2) A valid driving license which is 5 years old from the date of issue and has the necessary

tractor stamp;

3) Attendance of a First-Aid Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John

Ambulance or the Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any

other recognized Institution will be an added advantage;

4) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.


1) Operating farm tractors;

2) Keeping monthly records of services of the farm tractors;

3) Preparing Monthly and weekly service schedules and ensuring they are followed;

4) Guiding turn boys and machine attendants;

5) Repairing minor defects on farm tractors;

6) Liaising with the officer-in-charge for major repairs; supervising cleanliness of the farm

tractors;

7) Assisting in training junior farm tractor operators.


The Secretary

County Public Service Board

Private Bag

Voi

Or hand delivered at the Board offices located at the Voi Sub County Office (Former Municipal

Council of Voi)

Important information

Candidates must attach a clear copy of their national identity card or valid passport.

The applications with copies of academic and professional certificates and other

testimonials should reach the County Public Service Board on or before 4.30 PM on

Friday 27th

December, 2019

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Youth, women and persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.

Candidates found canvassing will automatically be disqualified.

The Secretary

County Public Service Board

Dated: Tuesday 10th December, 2019

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