Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the under listed vacancies:
1. Information Officer II
One (1) Post
V/NO. 70/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 24,662 - Kshs. 29,918 p.m.
DPP 11 (JG ‘J’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
(i) A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized university/ institution;
(ii) Excellent oral and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; and
(iii) A Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution
2. Economist I / Statistician I
One (1) Post
V/NO. 69/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 35,910 - Kshs. 45,880 p.m.
DPP 9 (JG ‘L’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Economist II/Statistician II, for at least two (2) years; or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mathematics, Economics and Statistics or Statistics with appropriate Specialization from a recognized university/institution;
(iii) Demonstrated ability to use data analysis systems like SPSS, E.views and Stata;
(iv) A computer certificate from a recognized institution; and
(v) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
3. Senior Information Officer II
One (1) Post
V/NO. 68/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 35,910 - Kshs. 45,880 p.m. DPP 9 (JG ‘L’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Information Officer 1 or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution;
(iii) A Postgraduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines in the case of serving holders of Social Science degree: Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Public Relations or its approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Or Diploma in any of the following disciplines in the case of serving diploma holders:
Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communication, Communication studies, Public Relations or its approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution for officers who have served in the position of Information Officer I or its equivalent in the Public Service or Private sector for at least five (5) years.
(iv) Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
(v) Advanced computer application skills;
4. Senior Librarian I
One (1) Post
V/NO. 67/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 41,590 - Kshs. 55,840 p.m.
DPP 8 (JG ‘M’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Librarian 11 or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(i) A Bachelors degree in Library Studies or Information Science or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Demonstrated administrative and managerial capability in organizing an information center/library;
(iii) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
(iv) A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
Or
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Librarian 11 or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C or its equivalent qualification with at least C in Mathematics, English and Kiswahili respectively;
(iii) A Diploma in Library or Information Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
(iv) Demonstrated administrative and managerial capability in organizing an information center/library;
(v) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
(vi) A certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
5. Senior Administrative Officer
One (1) Post
V/NO. 66/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 41,590 - Kshs. 55,840 p.m. DPP 8 (JG ‘M’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
(i) Served in the grade of Administrative Officer I for a minimum of two (2) years or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(iii) A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
(iv) Passed Administrative Officers’ Examination;
(vii) Post graduate diploma in any Social Science from a recognized institution or attained an Advanced Public Administration (APA) certificate; and
(v) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
6. Senior Human Resource Management Officer I
Two (2) Posts
V/NO. 65/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 41,590 - Kshs. 55,840 p.m. DPP 8 (JG ‘M’) Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:-
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Human Resource Management Officer II or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) Bachelors degree in Sociology, Public/Business Administration, Human Resource /Staff Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized University/Institution.
(iii) Part I of CPS or Post graduate diploma in Staff/Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iv) A certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
(v) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
7. Principal Administrative Officer
One (1) Post
V/NO. 64/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 48,190 - Kshs. 65,290 p.m. DPP 7 (JG ‘N’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Administrative Officer for a minimum of two (2) years or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in any Social Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
(iii) A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
(iv) Passes Administrative Officers’ Examination;
(v) Post graduate diploma in any Social Science from a recognized institution or attained an Advanced Public Administration (APA) certificate; and
(vi) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
8. Principal Accountant
One (1) Post
V/NO. 63/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 48,190 - Kshs. 65,290 p.m. DPP 7 (JG ‘N’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Accountant I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum of two (2) years;
(ii) Bachelors degree in Commerce (Finance or Accounts Option), Business Administration (Accounts Option) or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
(iii) Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
(iv) Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB);
(v) A certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
(vi) Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
9. Senior Economist 1 / Statistician 1
One (1) Post
V/NO. 62/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 48,190 - Kshs. 65,290 p.m. DPP 7 (JG ‘N’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
(i) Served at the level of Senior Economist II/ Statistician II or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for at least two (2) years;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in any of the following: Economics, Economics and Mathematics, Economics and Statistics, Operations Research, Survey Techniques and Demographic Techniques from a recognized university/ institution;
(iii) A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution; and
(iv) Demonstrated administrative and professional competence in executing work at this level.
10. Senior Principal Finance Officer
One (1) Post
V/NO.61/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 77,527 - Kshs. 103,894 p.m.
DPP 6 (JG ‘P’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
(i) Served in the grade of Principal Finance Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) A Bachelors degree in Commerce (Finance option), Business Management, Finance Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
(iii) Possession of Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Finance, Commerce or in a financial related discipline from a recognized university;
(iv) A certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
(v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
11. Assistant Director Information Communication Technology
One (1) Post
V/NO. 60/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 89,748 - Kshs. 120,270 p.m.
DPP 5 (JG ‘Q’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits:
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Principal Information Communication Technology Officer or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) A Bachelors Degree in any of the following fields:
Computer Science/Information Communication Technology or in Electronics/Engineering from a recognized institution;
(iii) A Masters Degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution;
(iv) Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work;
12. Assistant Director Human Resource Management
One (1)
Post V/NO. 59/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 89,748 - Kshs. 120,270 p.m.
DPP 5 (JG ‘Q’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits:
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
(i) Served in the grade of Senior Principal Human Resource Management Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) Bachelors degree in Sociology, Public/Business Administration, Human Resource Management/Staff Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
(iii) Post graduate diploma in Staff/Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iv) Masters degree in Human Resource/ staff Management, Business Administration or Public Administration or their equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
(v) A certificate in Computer application skills from a recognized institution; and
(vi) Demonstrated a thorough understanding of National and ODPP goals, policies and development objectives.
13. Assistant Director Supply Chain Management
One (1) Post
V/NO. 58/2015
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 89,748 - Kshs. 120,270 p.m. DPP 5 (JG ‘Q’)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Benefits:
Requirements for appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
(i) Served in the grade, of Senior Principal Supply Chain Management Officer, or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of two (2) years;
(ii) A Diploma in Supplies Management or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iii) A Bachelors Degree in any of the following:
- Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supply Management, Marketing or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(iv) A Masters Degree in any of the following: - Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field from a recognized institution;
(v) A certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
(vi) Be a member of a professional body of Supply Chain Management Officers; and
(vii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to make their applications by completing ONE application form ODPP 1.
The form may be downloaded from the ODPP’s website beta.odpp.go.ke or picked from Nairobi headquarters and ODPP County Offices.
The candidates should attach Copies of the following documents to their application form:
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, letters of appointment to their current substantive posts and previous post, detailed curriculum vitae and clearance certificates during the interviews.
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Advisory Board
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
NSSF Building 19th Floor, Block ‘A’
P.O. Box 30701 - 00100
Nairobi
So as to reach the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on or before 10th February, 2015
Women, persons with disability and those from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.
Please visit the ODPP website; Kenya Job Vacancies in the Office of the DPP for more details on the advertised posts.
Keriako Tobiko, CBS, SC
Director of Public Prosecutions
