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C.E.O, Kirinyaga Investment & Development Authority (KIDA)

Job Ref: KCPSB/CEO/KIDA/01/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Chairman of the Kirinyaga Investment and Development Authority (KIDA) Board the CEO will be required to perform the following duties and responsibilities: –

• Being the secretary to the KIDA Board
• Responsible for the day-to-day management and direction of affairs and transactions of the Authority in consultation with the Board;
• The exercise, discharge, and performance of the objectives, functions, responsibilities, and duties of the Authority;
• The general administration of the Authority;
• Carry out any other functions as may from time to time be assigned by the Board;
• Implement an efficient and transformative investment administration system and thereby encourage and expand investment in the County;
• Develop frameworks and strategies for the promotion, coordination, and facilitation of local, domestic, and foreign investment for social and economic development;
• Resource mobilization for investments as such enhancing county revenue base;
• Identifying strategic investment opportunities for the benefit of the County;
• Promoting local economic growth and job creation;
• Promoting local content absorption, technical transfer, and value addition;
• Advising on investment opportunities within or outside the County;
• Assisting and facilitating investors from within and outside the County to establish investments in the County;
• Promoting and facilitating investment in the County;
• Acting as the focal agency for investment promotion and facilitation in the County;
• Establish frameworks for social enterprises aimed at benefiting the local communities;
• Facilitate Public Private Partnerships and joint ventures in areas that are beneficial to the County;
• Advising the Board on necessary and strategic policies, programs, and development plans to be adopted to attract and retain investments in the County;
• Promoting economic diplomacy aimed at advancing the investment and development interests of the County;
• Monitoring progress of implementation of investments and strategic development programs;
• Monitoring and reporting on the mountain cities development index;
• Ensure proper books and records of accounts and assets of the Authority are kept;
• Ensure compliance with the provisions Kirinyaga County Investment and Development Authority Act 2018;
• Ensure compliance with other provisions of the applicable Laws of Kenya

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, trade, international relations, finance, or any other related field from a recognized university.
• Master’s degree in business administration, trade, international relations, finance, or any other related field from a recognized university.
• Have served for at least nine (9) years of relevant experience with at least three (3) years in a senior management/leadership position.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Training on Integrated Financial Management Information Systems (IFMIS) for Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE) will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

ENT Surgeon

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/ENTS/02/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake general diagnosis, care treatment and rehabilitation of ENT surgical patients
• Carrying out specialized clinical care.
• Training, consulting and performing emergency and elective ENT surgical operations
• Carrying out medical legal services
• Undertake health research
• Analyze medical data for reports
• Performing emergency medical procedures
• Performing regular rounds with the registrars and other officers to assist inpatient management.

Requirements for Appointment

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

• Have a Bachelors of medicine degree from a recognized institution.
• Have a Master’s degree in ENT Surgery
• Have a Certificate of registration by Medical Practitioners & Dentist Board.
• Have a valid practicing license from Medical Practitioners & Dentist Board.
• Demonstrate professional competence and managerial capability
• Proficiency in Computer skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Anesthesiologist

 Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/A/03/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the overall health care services delivery in the field of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit at the County General & Teaching Hospital.Administer anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, using local, intravenous, spinal or caudal methods.
• Confer with other medical professionals to determine type and method of anesthetic or sedation to render patient insensible to pain.
• Coordinate administration of anesthetics with surgeons during operation.
• Decide when patients have recovered or stabilized enough to be sent to another room or ward or to be sent home following outpatient surgery.
• Examine patient, obtain medical history and use diagnostic tests to determine risk during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
• Monitor patient before, during, and after anesthesia and counteract adverse reactions or complications.
• Record type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout procedure.
• Conduct medical research to aid in controlling and curing disease, to investigate new medications, and to develop and test new medical techniques.
• Coordinate and direct work of nurses, medical technicians and other health care providers in the department;
• Inform students and staff of types and methods of anesthesia administration, signs of complications, and emergency methods to counteract reactions;
• Managing anesthesiological services, coordinating them with other medical activities and formulating plans and procedures;
• Position patient on operating table to maximize patient comfort and surgical accessibility.
• Providing and maintaining life support and airway management and help prepare patients for emergency surgery;
• Providing medical care and consultation in many settings, prescribing medication and treatment and referring patients for surgery;
• Instructing individuals and groups on ways to preserve health and prevent disease;
• Scheduling and maintaining use of surgical suite, including operating, washup, waiting rooms and anesthetic and sterilizing equipment;
• Assisting with the management of day-to-day activities and prioritizing tasks;
• Attending and participating in a variety of meetings;
• Participating and assisting in Mass Casualty exercises/events; and
• Any other lawful duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• A Bachelor of medicine and Surgery (M.BCH.B) degree in Medicine from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Have a Master’s degree in Anesthesia from an institution recognized by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board;
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Valid practicing Certificate from the Medical practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the County Government mandate, health policies as well as vision 2030.
• Should be proficient in computer skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Director Co-operative Development

JOB GROUP CPSB 03 (R) – (1 POST)

This position is responsible for enforcing compliance with cooperative legislation for all cooperative movements in the county and revival of defunct and new cooperatives. Reporting to the Chief Officer, Co-operative Development, Trade, Marketing, Tourism, Industrialization and Enterprise Development, the Director Co-operative Development will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Formulating, coordinating and implementing co-operative development policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
• Providing technical advice on co-operative investments, finance, credit, marketing, project management, extension and advisory services;
• Ensuring and enforcing compliance with co-operative legislations;
• Designing, coordination and monitoring the implementation of co-operative activities;
• Monitoring co-operative societies liquidation process;
• Developing education and training packages for co-operative movements;
• Analyzing data for policy formulation;
• Carrying out market research and disseminating research findings;
• Promoting value addition and processing;
• Undertaking co-operative risk assessment;
• Developing new financial products, creating new policies and other cooperative ventures;
• Promoting and registering Co-operative societies;
• Organize and conduct cooperative fairs/exhibitions and facilitating cooperative missions in and out of the County;
• Conduct market research disseminate and analyze data collected for policy formulation for cooperative movements;
• Promoting savings and credit, finance investment, marketing, education and training;
• Promoting co-operative ventures and value-addition;
• Promoting co-operative marketing and research;
• Resolving co-operative disputes, regulating co-operative organizations/institutions;
• Carrying out co-operative education and training; 
• Savings mobilization, promoting and developing co-operative development projects;
• Enforcement of compliance with the co-operative legislation;
• Monitoring performance on growth and development of the co-operative movement and providing leadership and direction to staff in the division;
• Conduct co-operative banking inspections in order to ensure the institutions comply with the regulations and legislation;
• Undertake co-operative risk assessment in order to mitigate risks within the cooperative development in the county;
• Prepare and evaluate co-operative activities and trends to promote
• cooperative movement within the county;
• Participate in the budgeting process for the section;
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in the professional field, three (3) of which should be at supervisory or managerial level
• Be a holder of a Bachelor Degree in Co-operatives, Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Economics or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and
• Development Objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030, County Integrated
• Development Plan and County Strategic Plan;
• Have thorough understanding and respect of the diversity within the County; and,
• Certificate in computer applications skills (Possession of a Masters degree in the relevant discipline will be an added advantage)
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Consultant Specialist (Paediatrician)

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/MSP/05/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement clinical decisions for specialised quality inpatient and outpatient care that includes provision of promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services;
• Implement hospital programmes within their respective specialities
• Champion continuous quality healthcare standards and patient safety guidelines
• Assist in mentoring and coaching of staff in the respective specialities;
• Coordinate intervention activities and programs for training health professionals in community health and health management in hospitals/health facilities
• Implementing clinical review protocols procedures and work instructions for the practice of specialized care
• Coordinating and managing referral care within the framework of the hospital and national referral policies
• Consult with other specialists to solve single or multiple medical issues as required by patients in the hospital
• Undertaking research activities in the speciality and implement the research findings to improve quality of service delivery
• Performing emergency medical procedures
• Collaborates, writes and responds to requests for consultation from other
• Specialist throughout the Hospital in the diagnosis and management of patients not directly under his/her care.
• Providing high standards of specialized clinical services to patients in the wards and specialized clinics
• Performing regular rounds with the registrars and other officers to assist in patient management.
• Communicating to all patients under their care about the nature of their illness and the outlook in treatment of their well-being so that they understand the full extent of their recovery or disability as may be the case.
• Carryout specialized diagnostic, therapeutic medical or surgical procedures
• Accepting responsibility for the teaching of the highest standards of medical practice to medical specialists-in-training, medical officers, medical interns and other students;
• Executing Medico-legal duties including filling of P3 forms, court attendance and forensic duties
• Participating in community diagnosis, preventive & promotive care and treatment;
• Utilizing patient data to benefit the customer and service provider;
• Undertake medical research & clinical audits and implementing the findings.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: –

• Masters of Medicine degree in Paediatric or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
• Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB.) degree or its equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
• Specialist recognition certificate in Paediatrics from the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentist Council;
• Registration Certificate by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
• Valid practicing license in Paediatric from Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Sub-county Administrator – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/AMD/SC/06/18/09/25
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

• The Sub- County Administrator will be responsible to Chief Officer Education and Public Service for the following.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organizing, coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative functions in the Sub-County;
• Liaising with the National Government staff at the Sub-County level.
• Implementing and maintaining effective service delivery standards;
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
• Providing and maintaining infrastructures and facilities of Public Sector;
• Facilitating and coordinating citizen participation in development of policies and delivery of service;
• Preparing progress reports for management in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensuring timely submission;
• Ensure timely, efficient communication and coordination of all Sub- County activities;
• Participating in development of the annual work plan budget and policies, ensuring strict compliance with the relevant statutes;
• Ensuring compliance with National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2012;
• Ensuring operationalization of service delivery in all the devolved unit in the Sub-County;
• Ensuring efficient management of resources and co-ordination of County Government resources; and,
• Performing any other function as may be directed.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Have vast knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than of 8 year, of which at least 4 years in a senior position in Administration and Management in the Public Service or Private Sector.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Public
• Administration, Business Management/ Administration, Strategic management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,
• Proven communication, proficiency in computer applications and report writing skills; and have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Demonstrated thorough understanding of Devolution, the County
• Development objectives/ National Goals policies and Vision
• Have thorough knowledge of structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service and Administration
• Have ability to work under in a multi-ethic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Leadership/ Management course will be an added advantage
• Demonstrated high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Membership of any relevant Professional body will have an added advantage.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Principal Agricultural Technical Training Centre (Kamweti)

Job Description

• This is a senior-level position within the County Government of Kirinyaga. The officer will report to the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) – Agriculture, Livestock, Veterinary and Fisheries through the Chief Officer and will be responsible for the overall strategic, academic, and administrative leadership of the KATVET Centre.
• The Principal will spearhead the implementation of the KATVET Act and drive the Revitalization of KATVET pillar under the Wezesha Agricultural Transformation Strategy, ensuring the Centre operates as a flagship institution for agricultural vocational training, innovation, and agribusiness incubation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• An officer at this level will be responsible for, among others:
• Providing overall leadership, management, and administration of the KATVET Centre in line with the KATVET Act and County policies.
• Coordinating the design, implementation, and review of agricultural technical and vocational training curricula aligned to county and national priorities.
• Overseeing capacity building programs for youth, farmers, and value chain actors, including incubation and apprenticeship initiatives.
• Establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with public institutions, private sector actors, and development partners for technology transfer and agribusiness development.
• Ensuring prudent management of financial, human, and physical resources in compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and other statutory requirements.
• Supervising the development of annual work plans, budgets, performance contracts, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks for the Centre.
• Promoting innovation, research, and adoption of climate-smart agriculture, mechanization, and value chain development.
• Ensuring quality assurance, accreditation, and continuous improvement of training programs in compliance with TVET standards.
• Facilitating effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting on institutional performance.
• Serving as the accounting officer of the KATVET Centre.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

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

Academic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education or Bsc in Agriculture, Agriculture Economics, Agribusiness Management with a Diploma/pedagogy in Education.
• A Master’s degree in any of the above fields is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications:

• Registration with a TVETA.
• Training in leadership/management will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 10 years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a senior management/leadership position in an agricultural training, TVET, or equivalent institution.

Functional Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership, policy implementation, and institutional management.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural value chains, vocational training, and climatesmart agricultural practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ICT for training and management.
• Integrity Requirements:
• Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010,
• including clearance from relevant bodies (EACC, DCI, HELB, KRA, CRB)

Ward Administrator

Job Ref: KCPSB/ADM/W/08/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Ward Administrator will be responsible to a Sub-County Administrator for the following.

• Coordinating, managing and supervising the general administrative function in the ward unit.
• Liaising with the National Government staff at the ward level.
• Developing policies and plans for the ward level.
• Ensuring effective service delivery.
• Establishing, implementing and monitoring performance management systems.
• Coordinating development activities to empower the community.
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service.
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services.
• Exercising any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service
• Board/ County Secretary /Sub-County Administrator;
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Public
• Administration, Business Administration, Business Management, Community Development or any other Social Science from a recognized University with at least three (3) years of working experience.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of County development objectives;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution;
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment and sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Medical Officers – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/MO/09/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnosing, caring and treating diseases;
• Performing medical and surgical procedures;
• Preparing and responding to emergencies and disasters;
• Participating in management of medicines, medical instruments and equipment;
• Providing health education;
• Maintaining medical records, health information and data;
• Counseling patients and their relatives on diagnosis and bereavement;
• Teaching and coaching medical students, nursing students and clinical officer interns and
• Preparing requisite documents for registration.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: –

• Have Bachelor of medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree from an institution recognized by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board;
• Have successfully completed one (1) year internship from a recognized institution;
• Have Registration license from the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board and
• Proficiency in Computer application Skills form a recognized institution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

County Valuation Officer

Job Ref: KCPSB/LAND/CVO/10/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Initiating, reviewing and supervising preparation of valuation roles and supplementary valuation roles.
• Coordinating, monitoring and evaluating valuation projects and programe.
• Coordinating investigation on valuation disputes and appeals
• Preparing project on valuation
• Collecting and analyzing market data for valuation purpose
• Undertaking stamp duty valuation
• Inspecting land and properties for rating, purchase, sale and leasing purpose
• Undertaking searches on titles in land registration for various purpose
• Preparing plans
• Process of gazettements notices for compulsory acquisitions and reservations

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• A bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: land economics, real estate, land management, property studies, land administration, survey and Physical Planning or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
• Three years working experience.
• A master degree in any of the fields will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Skills and Competence

• Must be an excellent communicator at all levels. A visionary, transformative and inspirational Leader; Customer oriented and sensitive to the needs of the communities. An action driven team player. 

Professional Qualifications

• Be a member of the institution of Surveyors of Kenya (valuation chapter) or registered with recognized professional bodies in Kenya.
• Registered by the Valuers registration board and have a valid practicing licence.

Knowledge and Results

• Wide knowledge of land matters as espoused in relevant statues and regulation
• Demonstrated merit and ability as referred in work performance results
• Demonstrated managerial and professional Competence in work performances and results.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Community Development Officer I – 6 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/GEN/CDO/11/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conflict resolution among communities.
• Linking groups to other development partners
• Training community groups according to current trends.
• Mobilizing community to form and register groups
• Cash transfer to older persons and people with disabilities.
• Raise public awareness and increase access to devolved funds for economic development.
• Coordinating community sports and social activities.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following; Sociology, social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Possess Interpersonal Skills
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Engineer II (Mechanical)

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience2 years
• LocationKirinyaga
• Job FieldEngineering / Technical 

Job Ref: KCPSB/T&PW/EM/12/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the close supervision and guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

• Preparing drawing and designs for manufacture and fabrication of tools, equipment and machine/plant/vehicle components;
• Designing project;
• Project costing and budgetary preparations;
• Documenting and managing contract;
• Ensuring professional standards; and
• Repairing and preparing maintenance schedules for vehicles and plant machinery.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Relevant experience of two (2) years
• Registration by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.
• Have a Certificate in computer application skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Registered Clinical Officer – 3 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/RCO/13/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• taking history, examining, diagnosing and treating patients’ common
• ailments at an out-patient or in-patient health facility;
• implementing Community Health Care activities in liaison with other health workers;
• Guiding and counseling patients, clients and staff on health issues;
• sensitizing patients and clients on preventive and promotive health;
• carrying out minor surgical procedures as per training and skill;
• Collecting and compiling clinical data;
• Referring patients and clients to appropriate health facilities.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to established standards of practice for Clinical Officers

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery or Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution and
• Certificate of Registration by Clinical Officers’ Council
• Valid practicing license from Clinical Officers counsel of Kenya
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Computer Skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Registered Nurse III – 24 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/RN/14/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessing, planning, implementing nursing interventions and evaluating patient outcome, providing appropriate health care service including integrated.
• Management of childhood illness (IMCI) Immunization, PMTC, Antenatal care and delivery, providing health education and counseling to patients and clients
• Facilitate patients’ admission and initiating discharge plans, maintaining records on patient’s/clients’ health education and care. Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment, collecting and compiling.
• Any other duty that may be delegated

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Diploma in any of the following, Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya registered midwife, Kenya registered nursing/midwifery
• Kenya Registered Nursing /Mental Health and Psychiatry from a recognized institution.
• Registration certificate issued by nursing council of Kenya
• Valid practicing license from nursing counsel of Kenya.
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Computer Skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Medical Laboratory Technologists – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MLT/MOH/15/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing Reagents;
• Examining specimens;
• Writing and recording results;
• Decontaminating working benches;
• Receiving and scrutinizing requisition forms for accuracy;
• Preparing clients for collection of specimens;
• Receiving/collecting, labelling and registering specimens;
• Disaggregating specimens for processing and analysis
• Performing routine diagnostic tests;
• Dispatching the results for clinical management;
• Preparing stains;
• Performing blood grouping;
• Issuing blood and blood products to Peripheral health facilities;
• Storing blood products according to their requirements.

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution or any other equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians & Technologists Board (KMLTTB;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratories Technicians & Technologists Board (KMLTTB);
• Valid Practicing Certificate from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians & Technologists Board (KMLTTB);
• Proficiency in computer application skills from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Nutrition & Dietician Officer

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/N&D/16/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing nutrition programmes;
• Providing nutrition services in health care facilities;
• Conducting nutrition assessments;
• Collecting and compiling nutrition data;
• Providing nutrition health education and demonstrations;
• Counseling of patients with specific nutritional needs;
• Monitoring preparation of therapeutic feeds;
• Preparation of monthly reports and monitoring Nutrition Programmes;
• Implementing outpatient and inpatient supplementary and therapeutic feeding programmes and
• Promoting maternal, infant and young children feeding programmes and providing micronutrient supplementation.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Have Diploma in community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition or Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized institution;
• Have Certificate in computer Application skills from a recognized institution;
• Have Registration by the Council of the Institute of Nutritionists and Dieticians (CIND) and
• Have a valid practicing license
• Proficiency in computer application skills from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Orthopaedic Technologist

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/OT/17/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of Orthopaedics Technology services which entails designing, fabrication, fitting and maintenance of Orthopaedic appliances that are required by individual clients.
• Maintaining information, records and data relating to patients
• Order and maintain records of supplies and materials.
• Preparing periodic reports

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in Orthopaedics Technology or an equivalent approved qualification from a recognized institution.
• A membership certificate from the National Professional Association.
• A valid Practicing Licence
• Possess interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Assistant Physiotherapists III – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/AP/18/18/09/25

Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing physiotherapy services to outpatients at an outpatient unit/ward/health institution;
• Assessing patient needs including rehabilitation;
• Verifying and maintaining information and records relating to patients;
• 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

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

• Diploma in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution:
• Certificate of Registration from the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK).
• Valid Certificate of practice from Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK).
• Proficiency in any computer application skills from a recognized institution
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Health Records & Information Management Assistant II – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/HRIO/19/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and document patients at hospital reception;
• Register and book appointment for patients to clinics and consultants;
• Store and retrieve medical records documents;
• Gather and capture data from different sources and service points;
• Maintain record safety and confidentiality;
• Store and retrieve medical records;
• Prepare daily bed returns;
• Create and maintain master index;
• Update patient master index;
• Assign codes to diseases and surgical procedures according to the
• International Classification of Diseases and Procedures in Medicine; and
• Prepare Health records and reports on monthly basis

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution;
• Possess a current valid practicing certificate;
• Membership of a relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in computer application.
• Association of Medical Records Officer —Kenya (AMRO-K) Certificate an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Computer Skills.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Community Health Assistant III – 2 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/CHA/20/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collecting health related data at household level for analysis;
• Maintaining and updating community health unit registers and keeping records;
• Identifying common ailments and minor injuries at community level;
• Identifying and referring health cases to appropriate health facilities;
• Visiting homes to determine the health situation and dialogue with household members; identifying and sensitizing communities on health interventions; monitoring growth of children under the age of five years;
• Identifying defaulters of health interventions and referring them to the appropriate health facilities;
• Managing community health resource centres; and convening and coordinating monthly community meetings and action days.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Community Health, Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Community Development or Health Promotion and Education from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Radiographer III – 3 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/R/21/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receiving and identifying patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures;
• Providing basic diagnostic and therapeutic radiography services.
• Processing, verifying and maintaining information relating to patients; caring for and counselling patients and their guardian before, during and after the examination;
• Applying radiation safety measures to self, patient and the public.
• Performing routine quality control checks.
• Any other relevant duty and responsibility within the County Health Department

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –

• Diploma in Radiography or Medical Imaging Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution.
• Registered by a relevant regulatory body and have a valid practicing license
• Relevant training on Sonography will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Assistant Public Health Officer III – 5 Posts

Job Ref: KCPSB/MOH/APHO/22/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• mobilizing, sensitizing and advising communities on matters related to environmental health; referring health cases to relevant health facilities; carrying out immunization; identifying environmental health issues at community level;
• organizing community health days to advise communities on common public health issues;
• collecting and maintaining up to date records of services rendered;
• assessing health needs of the community;
• implementing vector, vermin and rodent control measures; and
• Implementing integrated mosquito control strategies.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Diploma in either Environmental Health Science or Public Health
• Inspection from a recognized institution; and
• Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution.
• Registered by the regulation body.
• Must have a valid Practicing Certificate.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Early Childhood Development And Education (ECDE)

Job Ref: KCPSB/EDU/ECDE/T/23/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure admission of children and enroll them in the attendance register on daily basis;
• Prepare schemes of work and lesson plans for teaching/learning process;
• Organize and participate in field visits for ECDE children;
• Identify children with special needs in learning;
• Prepare assessment reports for individual children in their class;
• Organize co-curricular activities for ECDE children;
• Prepare and develop adequate teaching/learning materials;
• Mobilize parents, community members and stakeholders to support and provide for health and nutritional needs of children such as feeding programs and immunization;
• Enhance a safe and conducive learning environment for children;
• Implement ECDE policies and procedures at the ECDE Centre;
• Prepare learners’ portfolio; and
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the teacher in charge from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:-

• Be a Kenyan citizen and a resident of Kirinyaga County;
• Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) preferably examined by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Be registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and provide the registration number;
• Knowledge in ICT will be an added advantage;
• Knowledge about the functions of the County Government of Kirinyaga with a focus on ECDEs;
• Be Knowledgeable about the new trends in Competency Based Curriculum(CBC);
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;

Youth Polytechnic Instructor III (Motor Vehicle Mechanic)

Job Ref: KCPSB/EDU/YPI/24/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The instructors will report to the Principal of the Vocational Training Centre and be responsible for;
• Developing schemes of work, lesson plans and give lecture notes;
• Strict adherence to curriculum in instructing learners in the course/trade area;
• Preparing internal exams and carrying out continuous assessment;
• Supervising and assessing trainee(s)n in the learning area;
• Preparing trainees for external exams by providing practical technical skills as required for effective competency acquisition;
• Carrying out examination and competency-based assessment;
• Ensuring learners participate in co-curricular activities;
• Maintaining tools and equipment;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• For appointment to this position, a candidate must:- Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Minimum Diploma in the relevant technical area from a recognized institution;
• Have a Certificate in Pedagogy (Teaching Strategies);
• Relevant teaching experience of at least one (1) year will have an added advantage;
• Demonstrate professional competence in the technical area;
• Knowledge in ICT will be an added advantage;
• Be registered by Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) as a trainer.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

Revenue Clerks – 7 Posts

 Job Ref: KCPSB/FIN/RC/25/18/09/25

 Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To collect and issue receipts on various revenue sources as deployed or instructed.
• To bank the total daily cash collected in the county in the specified bank account.
• To ensure that the cash banked has corresponding receipt issued and entered in control sheets by the supervisor.
• To keep personal record on daily collections and banking details.
• To maximize revenue collections by surpassing the set targets.
• To account for all revenue collection automated gadgets.
• To ensure that only genuine and authorized county issued receipts and documents are in use in all revenue collection related activities.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Certificate in Business Administration/Management/IT or any relevant or equivalent from a recognized institution in Kenya
• KCSE Certificate C-
• Computer proficiency is an added advantage.
• Certificate of good conduct.
• Diploma in Business related course will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Method of Application

Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed

• Curriculum Vitae,
• Academic and Professional certificates,
• Testimonials,
• PIN Certificate,
• National Identity Card or Passport and

Any other supporting documents.

The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P O Box 260 – 10304
KUTUS

Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply online using the County Public Service Board website: cpsb.kirinyaga.go.ke on or before MIDNIGHT OF  FRIDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2025.

NB: HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Successful candidates shall be required to provide clearances and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
   

Interested and qualified? Go to County Government of Kirinyaga on cpsb.kirinyaga.go.ke to apply