County Government of KilifiCounty Public Service Board
The Kilifi County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions as per SECTIONS 45,50,51,58, and 63 of the County Government Act of 2012.
1. Drivers for Ambulances, Waste Collection Trucks and Waste Collection, Tuktuks
10 Posts
JG ‘E’
Requirements for appointment
Minimum KCSE Grade D+ or its Equivalent
Valid driver’s license class BCE for Ambulance and truck drivers, Class FG endorsement for Tuktuk drivers
Suitability test for drivers from Ministry of Public Works
Certificate of Good conduct
Minimum three years of drivingAdded advantage
Defensive driving Certificate
First Aid CertificateTerms of Service: Permanent
Department of Agriculture, Livestock Development and Fisheries
Tractor Drivers
10 Posts
JG “E”
Requirements for appointment
Minimum KCSE Grade D+ or its Equivalent
Valid driver’s license Class D endorsement
Suitability test for drivers from Ministry of Public Works
Certificate of Good conduct
Minimum three years of drivingAdded advantage
Defensive driving Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Capability of operating any other machineTerms of Service: Contract/ Casual
B.Department of Roads, Transport & Public Works
2. Clerk of Works for Construction Works
15 Posts
JG “J”
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate, monitor and inspect work of construction contractor for assigned projects on behalf of the county Government.
Review contract documents, architectural drawings and specifications in order to maintain familiarity with assigned projects and insure construction contractor’s full understanding of documents.
Review contractor shop drawings and provide comments on conformance/non-conformance to architect.
Act as liaison between architect and contractor. Conduct on-site observation and spot-checks of work in progress.
Ensure contract compliance by the contractor, such as conducting tests specified in contract and installing materials/equipment as specified in contract, and report deficiencies to project manager, architect and contractor.
Provide reports on all on-site matters, including third-party inspections, progress, safety concerns, and causes for delay.
Maintain job-site files, documents, reports and daily log; prepare periodic reports for the county Government Structural engineer and architect as required.
Attend all job-site meetings as County Government System representative or in conjunction with project manager.
Receive, record, present for architect approval, and maintain custody of samples submitted by construction contract.
Review requests for progress payments submitted by construction contractor and forward with recommendations to architect.
Perform related duties as assigned.Requirements
Applicants Must be holders of a Diploma in Civil Engineering or Diploma in Architecture or Diploma in Quantity Surveying
Must have at least 3 years’ experience in project Supervision
Must be a team player
Ability to work without supervision
Skilled in project report writing
Certify Chapter 6 of the Constitution3. Radiographer JG “H”
3 Posts
The Radiographer will work under the guidance of senior officer
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties will among others include:
Provision of radiographic services to patients
Processing, verifying and maintaining information relating to patients
Ordering and maintaining records of radiographic supplies requirements
Supervise staff; and performing administrative duties
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenya citizen
Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology from a recognized institution.
Computer literate
A minimum of two years working experience
Registered with a professional body
Additional training in medical imaging services, ultra sound, computerized tomography/Magnetic Resonance Imaging/Mammography, Digital Medical Imaging will be an added advantage
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution 20104. Community Oral Health Officer
1 Post
Position Summary: To promote oral health services in schools and communities.
Essential Job Functions and Standards
Conduct awareness campaigns in schools, communities including amongst women groups and in maternal child health clinics
On a regular basis, conduct mass dental checkups
Conduct basic community oral health status surveys
Conduct chemical tests and analysis on water samples to determine fluoride content
Diagnose and treat common dental conditions
Induct, supervise, train interns in the department
Undertake research, provide support to hospital staff and external researchers undertaking research
Participate in the development of departmental work plan and budget based on the hospital strategic plan
Prepare individual annual work plans, and in consultation with your supervisor, periodically participate in appraisal discussions.
Participate in departmental meetings and in committees related to Social Work
Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly reports
Undertake any other duties as directed by your supervisorRequirements for Appointment
Diploma in Community Oral Health
Two years relevant working experience
Registration with the relevant body
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer Literate
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution 20105. Medical Superintendents
JG P,Q
2 Posts
Position Summary:
To ensure effective and efficient provision of administrative support services in the county and Subcounty hospitals and primary care facilities.
The Medical Superintendents will work under the guidance of the County Director of Health
Job Functions and Standards
Ensure good corporate governance in the hospital
Ensure protection, development and maintenance of hospital facilities
Use of Information, Communication and Technology to enhance service delivery
Provide guidance in the development and implementation of strategic plans and
Annual Work Plans, aligned to Vision 2030 and Health Sector Strategic Plans and Policies
Provide guidance in the development of departmental and individual staff work plans aligned to the Hospital Strategic Plans
Ensure effective human resource management and development
Provide direction, guidance and counsel in ensuring achievement of Performance Contracts targets
Ensure period performance appraisals by all staff are conducted and documented
Ensure effective financial management in accordance with Government financial and accounting procedures
Facilitate the sustainability of hospital operations development of Public Private Partnerships, collaboration with development partners, research and health/learning institutions
Ensure safety and security within the hospital premises in accordance with the Public Health and Occupational Safety and other guidelines
Ensures that employees are made aware of potential hazards in the work place and how to deal with them in a safe and efficient manner.
Ensures that a proper fire safety and disaster management plan are in place
Ensure relevant surveys including but to limited to customer satisfaction surveys, staff satisfaction and work climate satisfaction surveys are conducted annually and findings/recommendations implemented
Develop and implement strategies to ensure staff comply to the MOMS /MOPH quality assurance guidelines; and to monitor service quality and for investigating incidents, and complaints in the hospital
Support the management of clinical audit, promoting and participating in quality assurance issues including multidisciplinary audit and quality initiatives.
Continuously monitor activities against quality standards, anticipating factors that may adversely affect quality of services and undertake corrective measures.
Undertake any other duties as directed by supervisorRequired Competencies
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in Medicine or equivalent from a recognized University
Masters in a specialized domain e.g. MPH, Hospital Management, will be an added advantage
Registered with Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
Have a valid registration license
Have 3 years relevant working experience
Satisfy chapter six of the constitution
Computer literateTerms: Permanent
6. Clinical Officer (Anaesthetist)
JG “H,J,K,L”
6 Posts
The officer will work under the guidance of Anesthesiologists.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties will include the following among others.
Giving Anesthetist to patients due to undergo surgery in a theater
Attending to Emergency cases in the High dependent and intensive care units.
Attending to resuscitation of critical emergency cases
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to timeRequirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen
Be a holder a Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCSE) mean grade C- and above
Be a holder of a Diploma in clinical medicine and surgery and a higher diploma in Anaesthesia from a recognized medical training college
Have a valid registration with the Clinical Officer’s Council
Have valid registration license
Have a minimum of 1 year’s post graduate experience
Computer Literate
Must have served at least three years in the grade of clinical officer III
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution 2010Terms: permanent
How to Apply
All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID Card, a detailed CV and copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials.
Applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left side the position/specific area you are applying for to reach on or before 18th August, 2014 and addressed to:
The Secretary
Kilifi County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 491 – 80108
Kilifi Kenya
or be hand delivered at Kilifi County Public Service Board Office, Deputy Governors Office, Kilifi on or before 18th August, 2014
Note
The - Youth, women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply; Only short listed candidates will be contacted; and The Kilifi County Government is an equal opportunity employer; any candidates found canvassing will automatically be disqualified.
