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Director Nursing Services
DIRECTOR NURSING SERVICES – JOB GROUP CPSB 03 (‘R’) – (1 POST)
Reports to: Chief Officer Health Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing, maintaining and implementing nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice and operational policies while maintaining compliance with National laws and regulations.
- Communicating and interpreting policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitor their practices and implementation.
- Coordinating patient care activities in collaboration with nurse managers, administrative and other technical personnel in the hospital.
- Developing nursing standards and playing a leading role in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the standards.
- Ensuring that the planning and delivery of nursing services are addressed and meet the changing needs of clients.
- Participating in the development and implementation of strategic plans for nursing services.
- Participating in the annual planning and budgeting for nursing services during preparation of the health department budget and ensuring proper utilization of allocated funds.
- Preparing employees for the desired changes in working styles, attitudes and work ethic.
- Planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating the divisional/individual performance targets.
- Providing necessary advice to the Chief Officer on technical matters of health concerning nurses.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s degree in either Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution.
- Masters’ degree in nursing, midwifery, Medical Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Critical care Nursing, Oncology and palliative care Nursing, Forensic Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Nursing Education, Nursing Management or Geriatric Nursing from a recognized Institution.
- At least fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in the managerial level in the nursing fraternity.
- Management course from a recognized institution.
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Valid Practicing License from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Demonstrated high degree of professional competencies and administered capability as well as broad experience in Nursing and Healthcare standards and programmes.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Contract
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
Deputy Director Nursing Services
DEPUTY DIRECTOR NURSING SERVICES – JOB GROUP CPSB 04 (‘Q’) – (1 POST)
Reports to: Director Nursing Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing, maintaining and implementing nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice and operational policies while maintaining compliance with National laws and regulations.
- Communicating and interpreting policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitor their practices and implementation.
- Coordinating patient care activities in collaboration with nurse managers, administrative and other technical personnel in the hospital.
- Developing nursing standards and playing a leading role in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the standards.
- Ensuring that the planning and delivery of nursing services are addressed and meet the changing needs of clients.
- Participating in the development and implementation of strategic plans for nursing services.
- Participating in the annual planning and budgeting for nursing services during preparation of the health department budget and ensuring proper utilization of allocated funds.
- Preparing employees for the desired changes in working styles, attitudes and work ethic.
- Planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating the divisional/individual performance targets.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have a:
- Bachelor’s degree in either Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution
- Masters’ degree in nursing, midwifery, Medical Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Critical care Nursing, Oncology and palliative care Nursing, Forensic Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Nursing Education, Nursing Management or Geriatric Nursing from a recognized Institution.
- At least ten (10) years of progressive experience in the managerial level in the nursing fraternity.
- Management course from a recognized institution.
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Valid Practicing License from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Demonstrated high degree of professional competencies and administered capability as well as broad experience in Nursing and Healthcare standards and programmes.
- Must be computer literate.
- Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
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Terms of Service: Contract
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Chief Health Administrative Officer
CHIEF HEALTH ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER – JOB GROUP CPSB 04 (‘Q’) – (1 POST)
Reports to: Director of Health – Planning and Administration
DUTIES AND RESPONBILITIES
- Develop structures for effective management, utilization, repair and maintenance of health fleet of motor vehicles, including ambulances.
- Ensure health facilities, especially buildings, comply with safety, health and other laws and regulations and are well maintained.
- Be responsible for administration of service provider contracts in maintenance of ICT facilities, buildings motor vehicles, security, etc. in the health department.
- Ensure safety and security within the hospital and departmental premises in accordance with Public Health and Occupation Safety and guidelines.
- Be responsible for the deployment, training and appraisal of nonmedical staff, including drivers, security guards and cleaners.
- Coordinate project and estate management in the department.
- Ensure appropriate career planning and succession management of non-medical staff.
- Provide a well-defined career structure, which will attract, motivate and retain suitable qualified non-medical staff in the health department.
- Provide a well-defined job description and specification with clear delineation of duties and responsibilities at all levels within the structure to enable non-medical staff understand their requirements and demands of their job.
- Coordinate and disseminate policy guidelines on infrastructure needs.
- Coordinate project proposals and oversee implementation.
- Coordinate gazettement of health facilities and management committees.
- Oversee implementation of cost-sharing/Facility Improvement Fund (FIF) programmes.
- Serve as member and secretary to various management committees.
- Supervise health facilities and programmes.
- Hold quarterly consultative meetings with field health administrative officers.
- Review MoUs from partners and forward to the department for input or advice.
- Follow up on audit relevant queries.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following Social Sciences: Government, Anthropology, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Economics, Law, Health Systems Management from a recognized institution.
- Have relevant working experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior supervisory position or equivalent in the public service or private sector.
- Demonstrated high degree of professional competencies and administered capability as well as broad experience in management.
- Must be computer literate
- Be a strategic thinker and result oriented
- Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Contract
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Weights And Measures Assistant I
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ASSISTANT 1 – JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) – (1POST)
This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of weights and measures activities to ensure fair trade practices in the county.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sample pre-packaged goods for control and manufacture of weighing and measuring equipment;
- Compare working standards against Secondary Reference Standards and calibration of testing equipment, standards and equipment used by manufacturers and repairers;
- Maintain records of seized and forfeited goods and instituting criminal proceedings in court;
- Carry out research in specific areas of legal metrology and consumer protection;
- Carry out verification of weighing and measuring equipment used by local authorities and other government institutions to ensure accuracy;
- Carry out inspection on internal control by manufacturer and measuring systems including software for data processing and measuring results;
- Test and stamp of weighing & measuring equipment;
- Keeping records of verified weighting and measuring equipment;
- Account for revenue collected during verification of weights and measures exercises.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields; Mechanical/ Chemical/Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation and Micro-processors Engineering, Computer Science/ICT or relevant equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Working knowledge of computer-based applications;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation;
- Report writing skills;
- Three (3) years of service or a comparable position from a recognized institution;
- Knowledge Current legislation affecting the job holder’s area of responsibility.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
Weights And Measures Assistant II
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ASSISTANT II – JOB GROUP CPSB 10 (J) – (1 POST)
This position is responsible for ensuring traders goods are submitted for verification if they are of the right weight and measurement to ensure fair trade practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Verify and stamp trader’s weights and scales;
- Inspect business premises to ensure compliance with weights and measures Act;
- Calibrate trader’s weights and measures;
- Maintain standards and testing equipment;
- Collect data on verified equipment at trader’s premises, stamping station and verification office. f) Sample pre-packaged goods for qualitative analysis;
- Account for revenue collected during verification of weights and measures exercises.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields; Physics or Mathematics or relevant equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Working knowledge of computer-based applications;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation;
- Report writing skills;
- Knowledge Current legislation affecting the job holder’s area of responsibility.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Weights And Measures Assistant III – 2 Positions
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ASSISTANT III – JOB GROUP CPSB 11 (H) – (2 POSTS)
This position is responsible for, caring out weights and measures activities in the field under the supervision of the weights and measures officer.
DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES
- Test and stamp mechanical and electrical, weighing and measuring equipment;
- Collect data on verified equipment at traders’ premises;
- Compile weights and measures reports for analysis;
- Maintain an updated trader’s database in the assigned region;
- Sample pre-packaged goods for quantitative analysis;
- Give evidence in a court of law on arising cases on infringement of the weights and measures act (cap 513) and trade descriptions act (cap505).
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Diploma in instrumentation/computer science/legal metrology/engineering (mechanical, electrical/electronic) from a recognized institution;
- Working knowledge of computer-based applications;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation;
- Report writing skills;
- Knowledge in current legislation affecting the job holder’s area of responsibility.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Trade Development officer I – 12 Positions
TRADE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER I – JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) – (12 POSTS)
- This position is responsible for promoting trade through creation of an enabling business and investment environment for business to thrive in the county.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and implement trade policies;
- Implement trade and investment policies in the county;
- Conduct business education and training of traders within the county;
- Collect, compile and analyses economic and trade related data;
- Sensitize business community on sources of credit available to micro, small and medium enterprises (SME’s);
- Participate and organize trade interactive forums and facilitate trade promotion activities;
- Undertake research and market intelligence for trade development in order to promote entrepreneurial venture creation, growth and development;
- Monitor and evaluate trade activities and programmes that are conducted within the county;
- Select and prioritize the development of wholesale and retail markets in the distribution value chain.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelors’ degree in social sciences in any of the following fields;
- Commerce, Marketing, Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Business Information Technology, Entrepreneurship or any other related field from a recognized institution;
- Competence in financial accounting;
- Knowledge of entrepreneurial and general economic factors;
- Computer literate
- Three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position from a reputable organization.
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Trade Development officer II – 5 Positions
TRADE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER II – JOB GROUP CPSB 10 (J) – (5 POSTS)
This position is responsible for promoting trade through creation of an enabling business and investment environment for business to thrive in the county.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and implement trade policies;
- Implement trade and investment policies in the county;
- Conduct business education and training of traders within the county;
- Collect, compile and analyses economic and trade related data;
- Sensitize business community on sources of credit available to micro, small and medium enterprises (SME’s);
- Participate and organize trade interactive forums and facilitate trade promotion activities;
- Undertake research and market intelligence for trade development in order to promote entrepreneurial venture creation, growth and development;
- Monitor and evaluate trade activities and programmes that are conducted within the county;
- Manage respective markets ensuring they are clean and well maintained.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelors’ degree in social sciences in any of the following fields;
- Commerce, Marketing, Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Business Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, or relevant equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Competence in financial accounting
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of entrepreneurial and general economic factors.
- Ability to work well with
- Three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position from a reputable organization
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Director Co-operative Development
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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of the County and National Cooperative policy.
- Promote existing investments and potential investment opportunities within the county through promotions and campaigns in order to create more awareness.
- Provide Business Development Services for members of the county so as to enhance businesses within the county.
- Promote Export of businesses and domesticating Inter-County, bilateral, Regional and International cooperation at the County level.
- Organise and conduct cooperative fairs/exhibitions and facilitating cooperative missions in and out of the County.
- 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.
- Conduct market research disseminate and analyze data collected for policy formulation for cooperative movements.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, and Economics, Entrepreneurship, Cooperative Management, Marketing, Organizational Development, Finance or related field from a recognized University.
- Master’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, and Economics, Entrepreneurship, Cooperative Management, Marketing, Organizational Development, Finance or related field from a recognized University.
- Certificate in Strategic leadership Development Programme lasting not lessthan six (6) weeks from a recognized institution or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and exhibited a thorough understanding of County and National goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to the Cooperative Development and Marketing Function.
- Must have served in the grade of Deputy Director Co-operative Development or equivalent position or experience of not less than Nine (9) years in a related area within the Public Service of Private Sector.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Constitution of Kenya 2010, County Government Act of 2012 etc.
- In-depth knowledge of the Co-operative Societies Act, 2012
- Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Contract
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Assistant Director Cooperative Audit
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR COOPERATIVE AUDIT – JOB GROUP CPSB 05 (P) – (1 POST)
This position will facilitate realization of vibrant co-operative sector, observing tenets, good cooperate governance & solving financial management issues. This job is responsible for maintaining standardization & scrutiny of audits in the division.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- In charge of staff in audit; verifying & compiling final audit reports/queries on societies financial statements, directing & monitoring audit inspections of societies records, developing, preparing & reviewing audit programs & work plans for the section/audit region, preparing annual audit reports
- Problem solving & decision making; documenting & evaluating the adequacy of co-operative societies internal control systems including computer system & providing remedial advise.
- Risk management; verifying the accuracy & disclosures in societies’ financial statements
- Ensures timely accurate economic reports for decision making
- Participates in the budget process for the section
- Identify issues or problems and make routine decisions.
- Provide overall leadership in support of the department and identification of other business opportunities.
- Providing first-line advice and guidance, typically of a more technical/specialized nature to customers/clients.
- Formulates distinctive strategies emphasizing high level of creating thinking.
- Formulation of co-operative audit operating guidelines
- Carrying inspections & inquiries on financial affairs management of cooperative societies
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics or Co-operative Management and Economics a recognized University.
- Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Kenya Part III or Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) Part IV or Certified Fraud Examiners from a recognized institution
- Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants Kenya (ICPAK), Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya (IIA-K), or Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Kenya (ACFE Kenya Chapter)
- Must have served in the grade of Principal Co-operative Auditor or equivalent position or experience of not less than Eight (8) years in a related area within the Public Service of Private Sector.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Constitution of Kenya 2010, County Government Act of 2012 etc.
- Knowledge of the Cooperative Societies Act, 2012
- Strong Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational skills
- Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Contract
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Co-Operative Officer I – 4 Positions
CO-OPERATIVE OFFICER 1 – JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) – (4 POSTS)
Oversee cooperative activities in several societies at the sub county level. This position is responsible for promotion and advisory on cooperative services and presiding over elections.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise on cooperative investments by offering suitable solutions and recommendations on any issues that arise in the special and annual general meetings.
- Ensure compliance with cooperative Legislation through assisting in formulation of policy regulations as in line with the regulations.
- Conduct cooperative education and training for cooperative members, committee members and staff
- Assist in sourcing and utilization of credit facilities in the cooperative societies.
- Promote new cooperative societies by conducting pre-cooperative meetings and facilitating the process of registration
- Facilitate dispute resolution in cooperative societies through mediation and arbitration at the sub county level
- Advise on cooperative investments by offering suitable solutions and recommendations on any issues that arise.
- Ensure compliance with cooperative Legislation through assisting in formulation of policy regulations as in line with the regulations.
- Collect data on potential areas and policy formulation in order to ensure that effective development of strategies to promote cooperative development within the county.
- Develop and monitor work plans for cooperatives in order to ensure accountability and set goals are met.
- Prepare quarterly reports to be presented to the top management for further analysis and recommendations
- Preside over cooperatives elections to ensure transparent free and fair elections.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, and Economics, Entrepreneurship or related field from a recognized University.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Constitution of Kenya 2010, County Government Act of 2012 etc.
- Knowledge of the Cooperative Societies Act, 2012
- Served in the position of Cooperative Officer II for a minimum of Three (3) years’ or 4 years’ experience in a related area within the Public Service or Private Sector.
- Strong Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
- Problem solving skills
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Cooperative Auditor – 3 Positions
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supports the deputy director in financial management in co-operative societies.
- Prepares periodic audit reports in own area of work including basic analytical work for presentation to supervisors.
- Demonstrates openness in sharing informing and keeping people informed.
- Plans & organizes work to meet individual, team &departmental/unit objectives.
- Participates in the budget process for the section.
- Examine all books of accounts of co-operative societies in accordance the laws, rules & regulations.
- Ensures timely accurate economic reports for decision making.
- Finance & non-financial resource management.
- Planning & service delivery of work.
- Client service support and public relations.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics or Co-operative Management and Economics Or Related Field From A Recognized University
OR
- Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Kenya Part III or Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) Part IV or Certified Fraud Examiners from a recognized institution Senior Management Course
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Constitution of Kenya 2010, County Government Act of 2012 etc.
- Knowledge of the Cooperative Societies Act, 2012
- 4 years’ experience in a related area within the Public Service or Private Sector
- Strong Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational skills
- Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
- Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Method of Application
All applicants should submit their applications cover letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts of three referees. academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card or passport and any other supporting documents.
Applications should be addressed to:
Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
County Government of Kiambu
P O Box 2362 – 00900
KIAMBU
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- ALL applications should be hand delivered in a sealed envelope, clearly marking on top of the envelope the position applied for, and dropped in the specific box provided at County Public Service Board offices, Room 103, first floor at Thika Sub-County offices between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays.
- Applications should reach the Board on or before Friday 8th September, 2023.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity card, academic and professional certificates and submit clearance from the following institutions:
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- County Government of Kiambu is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth and people living with disability are encouraged to apply.
- The Board and the County Government of Kiambu is committed to Zero tolerance to Corruption. We CAUTION applicants and their families not to fall victim of fraudsters and impersonators who solicit for money with a promise to secure them jobs in the County Government. The Board shall bear no responsibility for any personal loss arising from such unlawful dealings. Report any of such cases to the Police.