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  • Principal Procurement Officer Accountant Internal Auditor Drivers Administration Officer Administration Services Manager Principal ICT Officer

    Principal Procurement Officer Accountant Internal Auditor Drivers Administration Officer Administration Services Manager Principal ICT Officer

    Reporting to the Campus Director, the Principal Procurement Officer will assist in the procurement planning and implementation of procurement policies, procedures and guidelines.
    Principal Procurement Officer Job Responsibilities
    The successful candidate will be required to:
    Implement procurement policies, regulations and procedures,
    Prepare and update assets database,
    Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards, relating to procurement of goods, services and works,
    Implement an e-procurement system,
    Maintain a catalogue of items identified for disposal,
    Ensure that market surveys and research are conducted,
    Prepare purchase orders and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services,
    Ensure timely opening and evaluation of tenders and quotations,
    Carry out supplies evaluation and appraisals,
    Co-ordinate warehousing of goods and equipment,
    Monitor distribution of goods, and
    Ensure proper stock control and inventory management.
    Perform any other duties assigned by the Campus Director.
    Skills for the Principal Procurement Officer Job
    The ideal candidate for the position of Principal Procurement Officer will be an individual with:
    Relevant experience for a minimum period of three (3) years,
    A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Purchasing and Supplies Management; Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Contract Management; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Procurement and Logistics Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
    A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Business Administration (Purchasing and Supplies) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
    Member of a recognized Purchasing and Supplies Management Professional Body,
    A certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
    A certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution, and
    Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
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    If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match any of the vacant position, please submit your application, including detailed curriculum vitae; stating your current position, email address and telephone contacts.Applications should be sent to the address below in both hard and soft copy so as to reach us on or before June 23, 2017The Director General Kenya School of Government P.O. Box 23030-00604 Lower Kabete Road, Lower Kabete NAIROBIEmail: directorgeneral@ksg.ac.keKenya School of Government is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, or any other bases under laws in its programs and activitiesMinorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    directorgeneral@ksg.ac.ke

  • Senior Director Academic Affairs (KSG 2) Senior Director Finance & Administration (KSG 2) Director (KSG 3) – Matuga Director (KSG 3) – Mombasa Director (KSG 3) – Nairobi – 3 Posts Director, eLearning Development Institute (KSG 3) Deputy Director, eLearning Development Institute (KSG 4) Deputy Director, Hospitality Services (KSG 4)

    Senior Director Academic Affairs (KSG 2) Senior Director Finance & Administration (KSG 2) Director (KSG 3) – Matuga Director (KSG 3) – Mombasa Director (KSG 3) – Nairobi – 3 Posts Director, eLearning Development Institute (KSG 3) Deputy Director, eLearning Development Institute (KSG 4) Deputy Director, Hospitality Services (KSG 4)

    SDAA/01/2024-25

    Job Purpose

    This position is established under Section 10 of the Kenya School of Government Act, 2012. The Senior Director, Academic Affairs, shall be the Secretary to the Academic Board and shall be responsible to the Director General for providing strategic direction and leadership and guidance on matters pertaining to Academic Affairs; Admissions, Training, Quality Assurance, Examinations & Certification and; Research, Consultancy, Advisory Services and Outreach; Library and Documentation Services; KSG Press and Post Graduate Studies.

    Job Descriptions
    Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

    Overseeing formulation, implementation and review of policies, standards, systems, guidelines and procedures on matters pertaining to Academic Affairs; Admissions, Training, Quality Assurance, Examinations & Certification and; Research, Consultancy, Advisory Services and Outreach; Library and Documentation Services; KSG Press and Post Graduate Studies;
    Spearheading training of managers and other public servants for development of successful working relationships at all levels through leadership, motivation, effective internal communications, skills development, and encouragement of innovation and high-quality service to the public;
    Ensuring provision of programs that promote a culture of decency, honesty, hard work, transparency and accountability among public servants;
    Continuously promoting learning for public service excellence;
    Spearheading training needs and training impact assessments of KSG core programs and services, development and review of relevant curricular;
    Coordinating identification and management of risks in the Directorate;
    Facilitating acquisition of analytical, creative, advisory, administrative and other managerial skills and knowledge amongst public servants necessary to develop and implement policy, respond to changes, including change in the expectations of efficient and effective service delivery, and manage Government programs, services and personnel efficiently, effectively and equitably;
    Spearheading establishment and implementation of robust monitoring  and evaluation frameworks of rolled out programs;
    Establishing and equipping library systems;
    Overseeing conduct of market surveys to effectively and efficiently address stakeholders needs;
    Nurturing linkages and collaborations leading to business development and growth in training, policy research, consultancy and outreach programs;
    Coordinating preparation of work plans, setting of performance targets and contracts for Academic Affairs; and
    Overseeing preparation of annual budgets and plans for the Directorate.

    Job Specifications

    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

    Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Government/Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy and Administration, Law, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Science, Business Information Technology, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Organization Design and Development, Education, Sociology, Anthropology, or any other relevant Social Science from a recognized institution;
    Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Planning, Human Resource Development, Organization Design and Development, Education, Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Law, Strategic Management, Public Sector Management, Political Science and Public Administration, Development Studies, Project Planning/Management, Information Technology, Management Information Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Science, Educational Technology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
    Earned PhD from a recognized university in relevant field;
    Fifteen (15) years relevant cumulative experience, five (5) being in senior management position(s) in institutions of higher learning or any other relevant Institution;
    Minimum point requirements for each category;
    Membership to a relevant professional body or association;
    Certificate in Management Course lasting at least four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
    Certificate in Leadership or Governance course lasting not less thansix (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Computer Application Skills; and
    Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

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    The School is seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill vacant positions. Detailed information about the specific positions, duties and responsibilities, minimum requirements and the online application form is available at KSG website; www.ksg.ac.ke;Applicants shall be required to fill the KSG online Job Application Form accessible via http://jobs.ksg.ac.ke/careers/ and submit a print out of the duly completed Job Application Form, label the envelope by indicating the Job Reference Number. You may either post or deliver your application to the address below so as to be received on or before Tuesday, 3 rd December 2024;Director General
     Kenya School of Government
     P.O. Box 23030 – 00604
     Nairobi, KENYA.Shortlisted candidates will be required to present both original and certified copies of their academic and professional certificates from the issuing institution;Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    jobs.ksg.ac.ke

  • Manager Legal Services Grade 3 (1 Post) Principal Engineer Grade 4 (1 Post) Senior Engineer Grade 5 (2 Posts) Engineer Grade 6 (3 Posts) Technician/Engineering Assistant Grade 8 (I Post) Principal Planning Officer Grade 4 (I Post) Senior Community Development Officer Grade 5 (1 Post) Principal Environment Officer Grade 4 (1 Post) Accountant Grade 6 (1 Post) Senior Corporate Communication Officer (1 Post) Information Communication Technology Officer Grade 6 (1 Post) Records Management Officer Grade 6 (1 Post) Senior Office Administrator Grade 5 (1 Post) Driver II Grade 9 (3Post) Office Assistant Grade 10 (1 Post)

    Manager Legal Services Grade 3 (1 Post) Principal Engineer Grade 4 (1 Post) Senior Engineer Grade 5 (2 Posts) Engineer Grade 6 (3 Posts) Technician/Engineering Assistant Grade 8 (I Post) Principal Planning Officer Grade 4 (I Post) Senior Community Development Officer Grade 5 (1 Post) Principal Environment Officer Grade 4 (1 Post) Accountant Grade 6 (1 Post) Senior Corporate Communication Officer (1 Post) Information Communication Technology Officer Grade 6 (1 Post) Records Management Officer Grade 6 (1 Post) Senior Office Administrator Grade 5 (1 Post) Driver II Grade 9 (3Post) Office Assistant Grade 10 (1 Post)

    The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and be responsible for providing Board secretariat and and legal services in the Institution. The appointment will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

    Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

    Ensuring the Institution is compliant to international instruments related to water and sanitation affairs;
    Arranging the business of the Board meetings, keep records of the proceedings of Board and perform other duties as the Board may direct;
    Providing advice on legal and corporate matters to the Board through interpretation and writing legal opinions; Providing secretariat services to the Board;
    Developing and reviewing relevant regulatory Legal framework for the better implementation of the Institutions’ mandate; Coordinating and ensuring representation of the Institution in courts or other judicial authorities;
    Drafting and reviewing Leases, Contracts, Licensing Frameworks, Service Level Agreements,
    Memorandum of Understanding, leases and other legal documents to ensure compliance to statutory requirements and the Institution policies
    Liaising with the Attorney General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders on all legal matters;
    Ensuring that Legal Audit Compliance is carried out to confirm compliance with relevant statutory requirements;
    Overseeing the implementation of Mwongozo Code of Conduct; Advising the Institution and coordinating with the functional areas in relation to various legal requirements which must be complied with and the legal obstacles which must be overcome in order to obtain the Institution targeted results; Ensuring timely compliance with rules and regulations affecting the Agency, including the Code of Conduct and Ethics;
    Facilitating gazettement of Rules, Regulations and directives;
    Establishing and managing the Institution Securities Register for the custody and maintenance of securities, bonds or other proprietary instruments resulting from the Institution transactional activities, as required;
    Providing legal guidance on contractual and statutory obligations binding to the Institution;
    Providing and interpreting legal information, conducting training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff;
    Safeguarding the Institution interests and ensuring that they are adequately defended before the courts;
    Managing, reviewing, and monitoring progress of all outstanding litigation; Ensuring the Institution complies with constitutional, regulatory and all relevant laws in force through the provision of legal advisory services and contractual risks;
    Ensuring documentation and maintenance of records on all enforcement and compliance assignments undertaken by the Institution personnel and develop legal accountability structures in relation to enforcement assignments;
    Establishing and managing the Institution Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism;
    Management of risks of all the Institution internal legal and regulatory matters and liaison with relevant departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action are taken;
    Conducting Legal due Diligence on all prospective Lessees, Licensees, Partners or other third parties with whom the Institution is to enter a legal relationship with; Establishing and managing the Lease Register and Licenses Register; Preparing and reviewing agreements, licenses, leases and similar instruments;
    Ensuring relevant legal relations with tenants and other stakeholders are entered into by preparing appropriate leases, licenses and other contracts on the Institution assets;

    Qualifications and Work experience

    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: A minimum of ten (10) years relevant work experience of which five (5) years must havevbeen in a supervisory position;
    Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
    Master’s Degree in Law or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
    Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
    Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    Hold a valid practicing certificate;
    Membership with the Law Society of Kenya;
    Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
    Proficiency in computer applications;

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    The deadline for submissions is MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024.
    The Consultant may use the information provided by interested candidates to conduct background checks during the recruitment process. Please note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted and shall be required to present original copies of their National ID/ Passport, testimonials, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during the interview.
    Persons with disability, women and minority groups are encouraged to apply. 

    Apply via :

    ksg.ac.ke

  • Research Assistant

    Research Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Data collection, codification and analyses
    Providing technical support to faculty in research work
    Carrying literature review
    Compilation of bibliographic data
    Administration of questionnaires
    Provide rapporteur services
    Proof reading of research materials
    Assisting in writing scientific papers including literature review

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university in the relevant field
    A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
    Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates in any of the following fields:

    Leadership & Management
    Public Finance
    Public Administration and Governance
    Devolution
    Project Management
    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Demonstrate ability to conduct research
    Proficiency in use of computer software for data analysis
    A valid certificate of good conduct
    Good interpersonal skills

  • Customer Relations Assistant II Senior Research Fellow Senior Human Resource Management Officer Principal Accountant (Credit Controller) Accountant II Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I (Information System Auditor) Senior Supply Chain Management Officer ICT Officer II Senior ICT Officer Driver III

    Customer Relations Assistant II Senior Research Fellow Senior Human Resource Management Officer Principal Accountant (Credit Controller) Accountant II Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I (Information System Auditor) Senior Supply Chain Management Officer ICT Officer II Senior ICT Officer Driver III

    KSG 13
    Responsibilities

    Maintain Reception desk
    Maintain good ambience in the reception area
    Provide relevant information to visitors
    Respond to visitors queries and telephone inquiries
    Direct and guide visitors
    Register and issue visitors passes
    Log calls in the telephone calls register
    Check the utilization of the telephone facilities and reporting
    Make, receive and direct telephone calls
    Make follow up on enquiries

    Requirements

    Certificate in Public Relations and Customer Care; Customer Service; Front Office; Telephone Operators Occupation Tests/PABX or equivalent from a recognized institution
    Valid certificate of good conduct
    Good interpersonal skills
    Proficiency in computer skills
    Good communication skills

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  • Customer Relations Assistant II Senior Research Fellow Senior Human Resource Management Officer Principal Accountant (Credit Controller) Accountant II Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I (Information System Auditor) Senior Supply Chain Management Officer ICT Officer II Senior ICT Officer Driver III

    Customer Relations Assistant II Senior Research Fellow Senior Human Resource Management Officer Principal Accountant (Credit Controller) Accountant II Principal Internal Auditor Internal Auditor I (Information System Auditor) Senior Supply Chain Management Officer ICT Officer II Senior ICT Officer Driver III

    KSG 13
    Responsibilities

    Maintain Reception desk
    Maintain good ambience in the reception area
    Provide relevant information to visitors
    Respond to visitors queries and telephone inquiries
    Direct and guide visitors
    Register and issue visitors passes
    Log calls in the telephone calls register
    Check the utilization of the telephone facilities and reporting
    Make, receive and direct telephone calls
    Make follow up on enquiries

    Requirements

    Certificate in Public Relations and Customer Care; Customer Service; Front Office; Telephone Operators Occupation Tests/PABX or equivalent from a recognized institution
    Valid certificate of good conduct
    Good interpersonal skills
    Proficiency in computer skills
    Good communication skills

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  • Research Assistant

    Research Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Data collection, codification and analyses
    Providing technical support to faculty in research work
    Carrying literature review
    Compilation of bibliographic data
    Administration of questionnaires
    Provide rapporteur services
    Proof reading of research materials
    Assisting in writing scientific papers including literature review

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university in the relevant field
    A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
    Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates in any of the following fields:

    Leadership & Management
    Public Finance
    Public Administration and Governance
    Devolution
    Project Management
    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Demonstrate ability to conduct research
    Proficiency in use of computer software for data analysis
    A valid certificate of good conduct
    Good interpersonal skills