Nyandarua County Government Jobs

County Government of NyandaruaCounty Public Service Board
Vacancies
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions in various disciplines in Nyandarua County Government.
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1. Specialized Clinical Officers - (Job Group K) in the following areas
Anesthetists - 3 Paediatrician - 1
Job Ref. No. NYA/SCOK/2014
Duties and Responsibilities

Offer curative services in a health facility

Work in flexible shifts

Strong commitment to in-patients and out-patients

Respond to emergency calls

Answerable and accountable to the Sub County Health Head.

Any other relevant duty as assignedRequirements for Appointment

Must have a diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution in Kenya

Has a valid Registration with the Clinical Officers Council

Valid Practicing License

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya2. Chief Officer, Legal and Public Service
Job Ref. No. NYA/LPS/CO/2014
The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in respect to exercise of delegated powers and shall be responsible to the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) in charge of Legal and Public Service
Duties and Responsibilities

To oversee daily administration of the department

To co-ordinate issues related to administration, financial, accounting, and strategic planning in the department

To oversee implementation of the department’s programmes including policies formulation, legislative drafting, litigation, county law compliance, and conflict resolution, among others

To oversee liaison with the County Assembly and other departments on matters of legislative drafting of County Law

Handling personal and administrative and enforcement matters within the County Capacity building within the department

Liaising with stakeholders in legal sectors on Constitutional and legal matters as circumstances may require from time to time,

Ensuring compliance with public participation in policy formulation and legal awareness among County communities and stakeholders on constitutional, legal, and public administration matters, and

Any other duties that will be assigned within the LawRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan Citizen

Be a holder of at least a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya preferably in Law, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Management, and

Business Administration, Commerce (HR Option) or any other closely related discipline.

A Master’s degree in said areas will be an added advantage

Possess at least 5 years’ relevant experience in public administration and or management

Have ability to oversee administrative and co-ordination of the department’s programmes and affairs

Have good intercommunication skills

Have ability to multi-task and relate to relevant stake holders

Demonstrate a strong understanding and commitment to the Values and Principles of Public Service and good governance as enshrined in Articles 10 and 232 of the

Constitution of Kenya

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaSalary Scale: ( Job Group S) Kshs. 120,270-180,660
House Allowance: Kshs 60,000
Other Allowances: Kshs 20,000
3. Head, County Supply Chain and Procurement Management
Ref No. NYA/FEP/SPM/2014
Duties and Responsibilities:

Report to the Chief Officer, Finance and Economic Planning and be the Secretary to the County Tender and Procurement Committee

Management and coordination of the Supply Chain and Procurement Services in the County

Provide administrative guidelines on implementation and interpretation of Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and the supporting regulations as well as contract design implementation

Develop the County Annual Procurement Plan and ensure adherence to it and its full implementation

Implement egovernment procurement strategies

Representing the Chief Officer, Finance and Economic Planning in relevant procurement matters

Internalize Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya in all procurement matters

Ensure all tendering processes conform to Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

Any other relevant duties as assigned by the relevant officesRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan Citizen

Be a holder of at least a first degree in any of the following disciplines:

Procurement and Supplies Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management,

Supplies Management, Economics, Business Administration (Supply Chain Management or Supplies and Procurement Option), Commerce (Accounting or Finance Options) or any other closely related discipline.

A Master’s degree in the above said areas will be an added advantage

Have relevant experience of not less than five years, be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management with a current letter of good standing

Be conversant with modern computer packages used in Supply Chain Management , be an effective communicator and have capacity to work with minimal supervision

Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management with a current letter of good standing

Must be a person of impeccable integrity and have an excellent understanding of the Values and Principles of Public Service and good governance as enshrined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaSalary Scale: (Job Group R) Kshs 109,089-144,928
House Allowance: Kshs 20,000
Other Allowances: Kshs 16,000
4. Ward Administrators
25 Posts
Job Ref. No. NYA/WA/2014
The Ward Administrator shall be answerable to the Sub County Administrator.
Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate, manage and supervise the general administrative functions in the Ward unit

Develop Ward policies and plans

Ensure effective service delivery at the Ward unit

Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community

Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public service at the Ward unit

Facilitate and coordinate citizens participation in the development of policies, plans and service delivery

Manage the County Public Service at the Ward unit

Mobilize revenue collection and play a critical role in building personal accounts and business register of rate payers and business people in the ward,

Articulate implementation of Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution to the citizens,

Coordinate and facilitate citizen participation in the development of policies and plans and delivery of services,

Exercise functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board through the relevant offices

Ensure the Village Councils that shall be formed in the Wards are well managedRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen

Be a holder of at least a Degree preferably in Public Administration, Human

Resource Management/Management, and Commerce, Political Science or any other closely related field from a University recognized in Kenya.

In addition, a Diploma holder in the said areas of study will have an added advantage.

At least five years of proven relevant experience Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of public service and good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya

Have good interpersonal communication skills, public relations and ability to engage and mobilize all citizens and community stakeholders in participatory planning

Be conversant with the County Integrated Development Plan, county revenue sources and demonstrate ability to enhance and mobilize community potentials at the Ward unit

Be computer literate

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaSalary Scale: (Job Group N) Kshs 48,190-65,290
House Allowance: Kshs 17,000
Commuter Allowance: Kshs 8,000
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1. Paediatrician
Duties and Responsibilities

Offer specialized Paediatric services at County Hospitals

Conduct daily ward rounds

Conduct specialized Paediatric Outpatient clinics

Review cases that require consultant attention as they arise

Supervise Interns and Medical students rotating in Paediatric Department

Any other relevant duty and responsibility within the County Health Department

Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors degree in Medicine and/ or Surgery from a recognized University in Kenya1. Paediatrics

Be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board

Must have a Valid Practicing License

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya2. Physician
Duties and Responsibilities

Offer Specialized Internal Medicine services at County Hospitals

Conduct daily ward rounds

Conduct Medical Outpatient Clinics

Review cases that require consultant attention as they arise

Supervise Interns and Medical students rotating in the Department of Internal Medicine

Any other relevant duty and responsibility within the County Health Department

Requirements for Appointment

Bachelors degree in Medicine and/ or Surgery from a recognized University in Kenya

Mmed Internal Medicine

Be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board

Must have a Valid Practicing License

Satisfy the Requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya3. General Surgeon
Duties and Responsibilities

Offer General Surgical services at County Hospitals

Conduct daily Surgical ward rounds

Conduct Surgical Outpatient Clinics

Review cases that require consultant attention as they arise

Supervise Interns and Medical students rotating in General Surgery Department

Perform Cold Surgical cases

Perform Emergency Surgical cases

Any other relevant duty and responsibility within the County Health DepartmentRequirements for Appointment

Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and or Surgery

Mmed General Surgery

Be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board

Must have a Valid Practicing License

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of KenyaGeneral Information for the positions of Physician, Paediatrician and General Surgeon
Age requirement: As per the Public Service Commission regulations
Salary Scale and Allowances: As per the existing nationally negotiated terms for Health workers
4. Information Officers: Video (1 Position), Public Address System (1 Position)
The Information Officers will report to the Director, Governor’s Press Service
Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in sourcing for appropriate television and radio programmes to disseminate information on activities of the Governor

Documenting the Governor’s events through video, photography and press cuttings

Preparing and placement of radio and TV infomercials

Assist in the preparation of exhibitions and trade fairs

Assist in the development of communications and media strategy

Any other relevant duties and responsibilities assigned by the Director, Governor’s Press ServiceRequirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen

Be a holder of at least a Diploma in any of the following disciplines:- Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Communication Studies, Media Studies/Sciences, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication or other recognized institution in Kenya

Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than three years in public communication

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the ConstitutionSalary Scale: Job Group J (Kshs 24,662-29,918p.m
House Allowance: Kshs 4,500p.m
Commuter Allowance: 4,000p.m
General Conditions for all Applicants

Send Application letter and enclose Curriculum Vitae, copies of all relevant copies of academic and professional certificates. This should include from primary to highest level of education.

Copy of National Identity Card

Where required to be registered with a professional body, a copy of the Registration Certificate

Copy of current Practicing License where required, e.g in medical services

Letter of Good Standing from the registration body that issued Registration

Certificate where applicable

Other Clearance Certificates in conformity with Chapter Six of the Constitution i.e. Certificate of Good Conduct from CID, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission,

Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Clearance, Credit Reference Bureau and Higher Education Loans BoardFor all the posts, other benefits will be communicated later
Mark the Ref. No. for the job you are applying on the envelope
Persons with disability, women, and youths are encouraged to apply
Applications to be sent to the undersigned on or before 22nd August, 2014
Secretary
Nyandarua County Public Service Board
P. O. Box 701-20303,
Ol Kalou