Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in  Kenya.
Relevant work experience of not less than (10) years.
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010  on leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Establish and abolish offices in the County Public Service,
Appoint... persons to hold or act in office of Public County Offices including the Boards  of cities and urban areas within the County and to confirm appointments,
Exercise disciplinary control over and remove persons holding or acting in the offices  in the County Public Service,
Prepare regular reports for submission to the County Assembly on the execution of the  functions of the Board,
Promote in the County Public Service Board the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Evaluate and report to the County Assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya are compiled with in the County Public Service Board.
Facilitate the development of coherent integrated Human Resource Planning and  Budgeting for personnel emoluments in the County.
Advice the County Government on Human Resource Management and Development.
Advise the County Government on implementation and monitoring of the National  Performance Management System in the County,
Make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) on behalf of the County Government on remuneration, pensions, and gratuities for County  Public Service employees.
And any other assigned duties from time to time.

TENURE: SIX (6) YEARS Non-Renewable Contract which may be on a part time basis.

REMUNERATION: As prescribed by the Salary and Remuneration Commission (SRC) more

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

Installation and maintenance of computer systems
Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;
Developing and updating application systems;
Carrying out system analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;
Carrying out repairs and maintenance of Information Communication... Technology equipment and associated peripherals;
Drawing up hardware specification for ICT equipment;
Verification, validation and certification of ICT equipment
Overseeing the process of configuration of new ICT equipment.

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

Have served in the position of Information Communication Technology Officer II or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science/ Information Communication Technology or in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering from a recognized Institution;
Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. more

Duties and Responsibilities

Carrying out system analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;
Developing, implementing and maintaining of systems;
Ensuring adherence to established ICT standards;
Supervising and compiling overall systems documentation;
Advising on ICT related issues;
Supervising installation, certification, repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment... and peripherals;
Developing and maintaining ICT standards;
Recommending and supervising hardware/software specifications for ICT equipment;
Logging of problems;
Drawing and scheduling preventive maintenance;
Assisting in feasibility studies as assigned
Train officers working below him.

Requirements for Direct Appointment
For appointment to this position, an officer must:

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Have served in the position of Information Communication Technology Officer I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science/ Information Communication Technology, Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Commerce, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or other ICT related disciplines approved equivalent from a recognized Institution;
Have demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work. more

Duties and Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training position for Information Officers. An officer at this level will be deployed either at the County Headquarters or in a field office to assist information services work. 
Duties and responsibilities will include: 

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

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment (directto this position, a candidate must:

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science/ Information  Communication Technology, Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Commerce, Mathematics,  Statistics, Physics or other ICT related disciplines approved equivalent from a recognized  Institution;
A Higher Diploma in Computer Science/ Information Communication Technology from a  recognized Institution.
Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
Be proficient in computer applications; and 
Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results more

Duties and Responsibilities

Initiating and implementing administrative policies, strategies, procedures and programme
Managing and supervising the general administrative function
Facilitating maintenance of infrastructure and facilities
Overseeing transport management
Planning and coordinating office accommodation
Overseeing development and updating of office equipment and furniture... inventory
Managing premises, assets and insurance policies
Overseeing effective service delivery in the area of jurisdiction
Developing programmes and projects to empower the community
Coordinate and facilitate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of  services
Facilitate inter-governmental relations and conflict resolution 
Overseeing safe custody of County Government assets in the area of jurisdiction
Coordinate and liaise with other directorates and departments in the area of jurisdiction
Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirement
Ensure compliance with national values and principles of good governance
Enhancing administrative capacity for effective functions and governance at the local level
Identifying development projects
Disseminating information to the public
Provide linkage between the office and the community

For appointment to this Position a candidate must: -

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Public Administration, Business  Administration/Management and Community Development or any other social science 
Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification  from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage
Possession of a Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of public service as  outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
Be computer literate; more

Duties and Responsibilities

Handling public concerns and issues 
Facilitating Citizens participation in development activities
Collecting and collating data on development activities in the county
Facilitating fleet management
Planning office accommodation layout
Developing and updating of office equipment and furniture inventory
Facilitate meetings, conferences and other special... events
Supervising general maintenance and repair of office equipment
Process administrative documents
Supervising provision of security and office services
Supervise records management and messengerial services within various departments
Providing input in organizing public participation awareness at the local level

Requirements for Appointment 

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s Degree from a university recognized in Kenya in any of the following: Public Administration, Business Administration/Management and Community  Development or Public Relations, International Relations, Diplomacy and Marketing or any other  social science from a recognized Institution; 
Certificate in Computer application from recognized Institution more

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitating logistics for conferences and other special events
Collecting and collating data on development projects
Providing input in the monitoring and evaluation of projects in the county government
Planning office accommodation layout
Facilitating logistics for meetings, conferences and other special events
Facilitating movement of assets
Ensuring payment... of bills
Carrying out general maintenance of building and furniture
Facilitating transport and travelling services
Disseminating information to the public

Requirements for Appointment 
For appointment to this position a candidate must: 

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree from a university recognized in Kenya in any of the following:  Public Administration, Business Administration/Management and Community Development or Public  Relations, International Relations, Diplomacy and Marketing or any other social science from a  recognized Institution;
Certificate in Computer application from recognized Institution
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results more

Duties and Responsibilities
It will entail administrative duties including general office administration,

Assets management and inventory.
Planning office accommodation layout
Facilitating logistics for meetings, conferences and other special events
Facilitating movement of assets 
Ensuring payment of bills
Collecting and collating data on development projects
Providing input in the... monitoring and evaluation of projects in the county government
Facilitating general maintenance of buildings and furniture
Provide input in organizing public participation awareness at the local level

Requirements for Appointment 
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have: -

Be a Kenyan Citizen
A diploma in the following discipline Public Administration, Business Administration/Management,  Community Development any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized  Institution; and
Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized Institution more

Duties and Responsibilities

To enforce various By-Laws and other relevant Act of the County Government as directed by the  immediate supervisor in the force command;
To maintain sanity and order in Busia County towns;
Managing access control systems and employee and visitors’ identification.
Co-ordinate and work with other disciplined forces/partners in the National Government to maintain...  peace and order.
Responding to emergencies.
Guarding of the county Government Property.
Provision of assistance to the public when in need.
Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the superiors from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Position D+(Plus) and above or its approved  equivalent.
Physical fitness test as applicable to the Kenya Police Force or its equivalent plus Medical  Certificate.iMinimum entry age of 18-29 years 
Pass in the aptitude test.
Candidates MUST produce a certificate of good conduct reading no criminal record.
MUST be prepared to undergo Basic Recruit Training Programme within 3 months of appointment.
Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on the leadership and  integrity more

Duties and Responsibilities

General Cleanliness
Messengerial duties 
Any other assigned duties that may be assigned

Requirement for appointment

Be in possession of Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCSE) mean position D (Plain) from the 
Kenya national examination council;

Duties and responsibilities

Driving a vehicle as authorized; 
Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre  pressure etc. 
Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; 
Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned, ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on  and off the road, 
Overseeing safety of the passengers... and/or goods therein. 
Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle

Requirements for Appointment

Kenya certificate of secondary education mean position D plain or its equivalent qualification from a  recognized Institution
Served in the position of Driver II or comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for the class(es) of vehicle(s) the  officers i.e., require to drive
A valid certificate of good conduct from the Kenya police
Attended a first aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or its equivalent from a recognized Institution
Shown merit and ability as reflected in the work performance and results
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. more

Duties and Responsibilities

Driving a motor vehicle as authorized, carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil,  electrical and brakes systems, tyre pressure, 
Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems, 
Maintenance of work tickets for vehicle assigned, 
Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road, 
Safety of the passengers and or/goods... therein and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.

Requirements for Appointment
For direct appointment to this position, a candidate must have

Kenya certificate of secondary education mean position D plain or its equivalent qualification from  a recognized Institution
Served in the position of Driver III or its comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years
a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is  required to drive.
Attended a first aid certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or  any other recognized Institution
A valid certificate of good conduct from the Kenya police and
At least three (3) years driving experience
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. more

Duties and Responsibilities.

Assembling food supplies and equipment for daily preparation;
Preparing raw foods for cooking;
Cleaning equipment used in production
Maintaining hygiene by ensuring cleaning of kitchen and its surroundings;
Setting up and preparing equipment for use in food preparation and production; and 
Reporting on any defective equipment.

 

Requirements for... Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen
Have served in the position of Cook III for at least three (3) years
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean Position ‘D’ or its equivalent qualification  from a recognized Institution; 
Attended a formal course lasting not less than two (2) months in Food Production organized by a  recognized Institution. 
Have attended a course lasting not less than two (2) weeks; 
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in Institutional food preparation. more

Duties and Responsibilities.

Preparation of raw foods for cooking;
Cleanliness of equipment used in production
Maintaining hygiene by ensuring cleaning of the kitchen and its surroundings;
Setting up and preparing equipment for use in food preparation and production; and 
Alerting the supervisor of any defective equipment 

Requirements for Appointment

Kenya Certificate of Secondary... Education (KCSE) Mean Position ‘D’ or its equivalent qualification  from a recognized Institution; 
Attended a formal course lasting not less than two (2) months in Food Production organized by a  recognized Institution. more

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinating the development and implementation of environmental policy, legislation and related statutes;
Formulating policies and plans for natural resources management programs.
Coordinating, prospecting and mining of Natural Resources (granting, renewing and revoking artisanal mining permits, maintaining a register of artisanal miners and maintaining... fair-trade)
Evaluating and verify employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and work techniques.
Overseeing preparation of annual work plans and financial budgets and coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and directing the work of subordinate employees.
Supervising programs, controlling and coordinating functions in the natural resource section.
Developing, implementing and evaluating the divisions strategic plans, programs and projects in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to manage County Natural Resources;
Monitoring the implementation of projects according to work plans to ensure quality assurance and outputs.
Safeguarding the health and safety of mine employees and communities affected by mining operations.
Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Served for at least 3 years in the position of Deputy Director Environment and Natural Resources in the Public Sector or Five (5) years in a comparable and relevant position in the Private Sector;
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: – Environment Science, Environmental Education, Environmental Health, Environmental Law, Environmental Resource Conservation, Environmental Studies and Community Development, Environmental Studies and Community Resource 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 Management, Conservation Biology, Disaster Mitigation, Ecology, Range Management, Zoology, Water Resources and Environment, Natural Resource Management, Geology, Mining, or any other related discipline from a recognized institution;
Masters degree in any of the above or related disciplines from a recognized institution in Kenya.
Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to proper management of natural resource function
Be a member of a professional body in good standing where applicable.
Must have attended Strategic Leadership Development Program or its equivalent lasting a minimum of six (6) weeks or any other recognized institution.
Have certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution. more

The Director will be responsible to the Chief Officer Public Works, Transport and Infrastructure for overall management of county road network and mechanical unit.
Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinating the review and formulation of general policies on procurement of works and ensure efficiency in repair and maintenance of all road works;
Budgeting, carrying out Quality Assurance of Roads... Services;
Coordinating the evaluation and monitoring the adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the Departmental Performance contract and be responsible for the overall planning.
Supervising contraction, rehabilitating and maintaining of classified and unclassified roads;
Preparing of tender documents;
Monitoring the execution of road development projects
Supervising and training of engineers and technical staff in the Directorate.
Formulating policy and development of standards for procurement and maintenance of vehicles, plant and mechanical equipment;
Allocating resources to ensure optimum utilization and working efficiency of all vehicles, plant and equipment maintained by the Department’s workshops and asset register of the same;
Assessing the future workload and planning workshops for manpower development;
Providing technical advice and assistance to other departments, client Departments, government bodies, public and private sector on matters relating to mechanical engineering, motor Vehicles, plant and equipment; staff management and development.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment of this position, an officer must have:

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Served in the position of Principal Superintendent Engineer (Roads/Materials) or comparable and r elevant position in a busy organization for at least three (3) years in the Public Sector or Five (5) in the Private Sector;
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Been registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an engineer or relevant professional field;
Current valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya; Membership of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or relevant professional field;
A certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme or its equivalent lasting not less than six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of civil engineering programmes.
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized Institution. more

Duties and Responsibilities

Utility budget accounting, including forecasting future energy demand and costs;
Overseeing procurement of electric and natural gas energy and water/sewer service.
Monitoring of utility metering systems including electric, natural gas, steam chilled water and potable water/sewer;
Promoting the development, production, conservation and utilization of renewable... energy;
Monitoring, supervision and evaluation of renewable energy, energy efficiency and conservation projects;
Coordinating research in renewable energy; vii. Promoting development of appropriate local capacity for the manufacture, installation, maintenance and operation of renewable technologies;
Developing and promoting of off-grid and decentralized electrical systems and hybrids;
Promoting, coordinating and administering of outreach and knowledge management on renewable energy sources such as wind power, small hydro, biogas, and solar power technologies;
Promoting Private Sector participation in development of renewable energy initiatives and benchmarking;
Energy opportunity Assessment and Energy project support;
Organizing efficiency standards;
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by Chief Officer Department of Water, and Energy.

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Be in possession of Bachelor of Science Degree in any of the following disciplines: Energy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental sciences OR Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Technology Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical/Energy Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage.
Where applicable, Registration by Professional bodies and possession of a current practicing license;
Have at least 5 years working experience 3 of which must be at a senior management level;
Experience in the field of renewable energy development for a period of not less than 5 years will be desirable;
Certificate course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme or its equivalent lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
Have good communication, presentation, research and analytical skills
Be computer literate more

Duties and Responsibilities

Providing oversight of the Directorate and interprets and oversees compliance with laws, regulations, codes and/or standards;
Reviewing and formulating of construction and engineering services in the department and county government institutions and sites;
Co-ordinating design, supervising construction and maintaining buildings and other public works;
Reviewing... and updating policies, systems and procedures for design in structural engineering services;
Planning, designing, supervising of construction, contracts, materials investigation and research related to buildings and other structures;
Formulating and reviewing general policies on procurement and maintenance of infrastructure;
Overall planning, controlling and co-ordination of structural engineering services, designs and implementation;
Carrying out quality assurance on structural engineering services;
Approving of consultants’ designs;
Coordinating evaluation and monitoring adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the departmental performance contract;
Attending meetings and provide reports to the Chief Officer on a regular basis regarding the progress of individual projects
Reviewing plans prepared by private firms for accuracy, design completeness and conformance to laws and County design criteria;
Advising the Chief Officer on matters Public Works; xiv) Any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time

Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; structural Engineering, Architecture, Quantity survey or any equivalent qualification from a recognized university in Kenya;
Must have relevant knowledge, experience and a distinguished career in Engineering field not less than seven (5) years in the public service or equivalent in the private sector;
Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Must have been registered with Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) of Kenya as a Quantity Surveyor or Engineering Board of Kenya;
Must have Current valid annual Practicing License from the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) of Kenya or Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
Must be in good professional standing of not less than three (3) years post Board registration;
Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution or a Strategic Leadership Development Programme or its equivalent lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of public works services;
Demonstrated self-drive and proven leadership; more

Duties and responsibilities;

Heading Central planning and Project Monitoring Division in the County
Directing Economic planning functions or production of statistical data at the County level.
Preparing County development plans and co-ordination of county position on National Economic Subjects;
Monitoring and evaluating of policies and programmes;
Assisting in collection, Collation,... processing and administration of statistical data in accordance with Statistical Act.
Supervising Officers in his/her division or a Central Planning and Project Monitoring Divisions in the County.

Requirements For Appointment;
For appoint to this position an Officer must have:

Served in the position of Deputy Chief Economist/Deputy Chief Statistician for at least three (3) years or other comparable and relevant position in economic Planning; or in compilation and production of statistical data for County economic Planning and development in the public or Private Sector for at least twelve (12) years of which three (3) years must be at a senior Economic policy Research/Planning position.
Demonstrated outstanding professional competence matched with power appreciation of the county’s Economic Development Needs and the strategies necessary to meet them.
Demonstrated a high degree of administrative capability coupled with wide experience in economic planning or in the production and interpretation of statistical data;
Attained qualifications in Economics or Statistics of at least Masters of Arts (MA), Masters of Science (MSc)or Master of Philosophy (MPhil.) level or their equivalent recognized qualification.
Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution or a Strategic Leadership Development Programme or its equivalent lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of public works services;
Demonstrated self-drive and proven leadership; more

Duties and Responsibilities

Initiating information policy formulation and review and design of appropriate programs to facilitate its implementation
Coordinating information services, including collecting, analyzing and disseminating information to the public through media;
Initiating research on various information services issues and developing appropriate interventions;
Developing... standards and regulations in management of information;
Managing finances and assets in the department;
Managing of the human resource training and development
Developing and managing Information Technology policies and programmes within the County;

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this position, an officer must have:

Served in the position of Deputy Director of Information Communication Technology for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: computer Science/ICT or Electronics/Electrical Engineering from an institution recognized in Kenya
A Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline and from any other recognized Institution;
A certificate of membership to a professional body from a recognized institution in Kenya
Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme or its equivalent lasting not less than four (6) weeks from a recognized Institution; and
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and Cisco Certified Network Associate
Demonstrated considerable knowledge and competence in systems analysis and program design. more