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  • Chairperson, County Public Service Board Secretary

    Chairperson, County Public Service Board Secretary

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Overall in charge of the board;
    Chairing board meetings and signing of board minutes;
    Establish and abolish offices in the county public service;
    Appoint persons to hold or act in offices of the County Public Service and confirm appointments; Exercise disciplinary control over and remove, persons holding or acting in those offices as provided for in law;
    Advising the County Government on Human Resource Management and Development;
    Advising the County Government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county;
    Ensure a lean and efficient organization structure and facilitate the development of coherent Integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county;
    Make recommendation to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission on behalf of the County Government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for the county public service employees;
    Ensure the preparation of regular reports on the execution of the functions of the Board as per Section 59 (d&f) of the County Government Act, 2012 and submit the same to the County Assembly;
    Evaluate and report to the County Assembly on the extent to which the values and principles outlined in Article 10 and 232 are complied with in the county public service;
    Perform any other relevant duties as per the County Government Act.

    REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES

    Be a Kenyan citizen
    Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya, a Masters’ degree will be an added advantage.
    Have a working experience of not less than ten (10) years in Administration and Management.
    Demonstrate experience in human resource management. Be a member of IHRM.
    Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
    Not a holder of a Public or State office.
    Understand the diversity within the County.
    Be visionary and strategic thinker.
    Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
    Be a team player.

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  • Administration Secretary

    Administration Secretary

    Details:
    The NTA is a national, volunteer-based, independent, and non-partisan organization established to improve the delivery of services and the management of devolved funds for the benefit of all Kenyans.
    The NTA invites applications for the following position that will be offered on a rolling basis:
    Internship:Administration Secretary
    Duty station: Nairobi – Head Office
    Working language: English
    Engagement: 40 hours a week
    Summary of Responsibilities

    Organize paperwork and electronic files, manage projects, arrange meetings, conduct research and communicate through phone, mail and e-mail
    Creating spreadsheets, developing presentations or reports, composing correspondence and managing databases
    Purchasing supplies, managing stockrooms, greeting visitors and handling travel arrangements

    Required Qualifications:

    Advanced Diploma in Secretarial studies. Applicants with a Degree in Secretarial Science will have an added advantage
    Ready to learn and work in demanding environment, collaborating with civil society organizations and international organizations
    Fluency in English – both written and oral communication; Good communication and interpersonal skills
    Good clerical and organizational skills – proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software (MS Word, Excel, etc.
    Fast learner, self-driven, open to new ideas and hardworking.
    Team working skills and ability to work independently.

  • Housing & Community Development Principal Housing Officer Construction & Project Manager Quantity Surveyor I Real Estate Investment Analyst Civil & Structural Engineer Land Surveyors Land Valuation & Property Management Land Survey & Geo-Informatics

    Housing & Community Development Principal Housing Officer Construction & Project Manager Quantity Surveyor I Real Estate Investment Analyst Civil & Structural Engineer Land Surveyors Land Valuation & Property Management Land Survey & Geo-Informatics

    Kiambu County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions in the Department of Lands, Housing, Physical Planning, Urban Development and Management. This is pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and Section 63 of the County Government Act, 2012.
    Job Group CPSB 03
    The officer is to work under the supervision and guidance of the Chief Officer.
    Job Responsibilities

    Responsible to the chief officer on all matters related to housing policy formulation, housing development and management, and urban renewal and regeneration, slum upgrading and prevention and community development matters within the county boundaries,
    Coordinate and oversee the efficient management of public buildings;
    Responsible on advising stakeholders and clients on all technical matters related to publicprivate partnerships or joint ventures on housing , and delivery of land rights and security of tenure;
    Initiate, mobilize and coordinate participation in community development with the county and;
    Maintain and update housing data and records.
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by the chief officer.

    Requirements

    Be a Kenyan citizen;
    Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Urban and or Regional planning or both, Urban Management, Housing Administration, Architecture, Building Economics, Valuation and Property Management from a recognized university;
    A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
    Must be a Registered with relevant professional registration Board;
    Must be a corporate member in good standing of a recognized professional society;
    Must have worked in a public office for a minimum of 5 years;
    Have demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability and integrity as required in the work performance and results; and
    Have met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya; and Public Officer Ethics Act 2003.

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  • Motorbike Rider

    Motorbike Rider

    Job Description
    We are hiring a motorbike rider JOB SUMMARY Delivery of parcels, letters or any duties assigned.
    REQUIREMENTS

    Over 24 years
    A valid driving license (motorcycle stamp)
    Must have a smart phone.
    Passport photos.
    Familiarity with GPS devices or map apps.
    Good conduct (not more than one month old).
    Hardworking Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
    Extensive knowledge of applicable driving rules and regulations
    Ability to manage time and routes for a streamlined delivery experience
    Work well independently
    Open and transparent communication
    A thorough knowledge of Nairobi region, streets and buildings.

  • Study on Effects of Tobacco Taxation on Tobacco consumption in Kenya

    Study on Effects of Tobacco Taxation on Tobacco consumption in Kenya

    Details:
    Type of Contract: Individual/ Company
    Duration of Assignment: 30 working days
    Supervisor: National Coordinator
    Date of Issue: 2nd July 2018
    TERMS OF REFERENCE
    Study on Effects of Tobacco Taxation on Tobacco consumption in Kenya
    Introduction.
    The National Taxpayers Association (NTA) is a volunteer-based independent and non-partisan organization established to improve the delivery of services and supporting good governance in Kenya through strengthening citizen to government accountability, and citizen-to-citizen accountability. The objectives of the NTA are:

    To ensure that taxpayers money is used to deliver quality services, such as health, education, agriculture, roads, and water, etc., for all Kenyans;
    To ensure transparent and citizen-responsive management of taxpayers’ money in devolved funds, such as the Constituency Bursary Fund, Constituency Development Fund, Free Primary Education Fund; and
    To sensitize citizens on their rights and responsibilities as taxpayers.

    NTA is committed to working with the government to improve service delivery and the management of devolved funds.
    Background
    NTA in partnership with Tax Justice Network Africa is currently implementing a project on Tobacco Tax Advocacy in Africa. The overall goal of the project is discourage the use of tobacco and tobacco products in Kenya and Africa in general through reduction of tobacco affordability. Tax is a central factor in pricing and therefore can be used to reduce tobacco affordability through price increase.
    Purpose of the Consultancy and Specifications
    This Consultancy seeks to review the legal, policy as well as the broader environment of the tobacco sector. More specifically, the study seeks to establish the link if any between tobacco taxation and tobacco consumption in Kenya. The result of the study will inform the advocacy process for the project. It is anticipated that the study will generate accurate and reliable data that will not only be a critical part of the advocay process but also provide broad information for tobacco and related sectors in the production, distribution, consumption chain.
    Overally the study will also provide recommendation for tobacco consumption control within the context of the existing taxation regime as well as propose possible measure for taxation advocacy.
    Scope of Work
    The overall objective of the consultancy shall be to review selected relevant existing documents on tobacco taxation and consumption in Kenya with a comparative regional and global perspective. This will subsequently be supported with primary data as will be necessary to further build evidence for the project advocacy objective. The consultancy shall be guided by the following specific tasks.
    The specific tasks include;

    Review existing data and documents on tobacco taxation and consumption in kenya.
    Review the last three financial years tobacco related tax measures and consumption effects thereof
    Review any ongoing tax enhancement advocacy measures aimed at controlling tobacco consumption in Kenya.
    In close consultation with NTA, identify the key stakeholders in the sector for purposes of the study as well as the subsequent advocacy process.
    Undertake primary data collection to generate further and new supporting information on the are of the study. This process should include the views of all the stakeholders in the tobacco production, distribution and consumption chain.
    Develop a clear and anlytical report with relevant recommendations for both tobacco taxation and consumption control advocacy interventions.
    Present the findings of the study to stakeholders

    Outputs

    Inception Report
    Data collection and reporting schedule
    Draft Report
    Powerpoint presentation
    Final Report

    Remuneration/Consultancy Fees
    The consultancy fees shall be as agreed with the consultant based on best value for money. The consultancy fees shall be inclusive of statutory tax deductions. Payable by cheque or EFT transfer as the consultant may prefer.
    Payment Schedule
    The Consultant shall be paid on 30%, on submission of inception report, 30% on submission of Draft Report and 40% upon satisfactory completion of the tasks and submission of final report.
    Reporting
    The consultant shall report to the National Coordinator – National Taxpayers Association (NTA).
    Effective Dates
    This Agreement shall become effective upon signature by both parties and run for a period not exceeding two calendar months.
    Qualifications and Competencies
    A Master’s Degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant field.
    Experience:

    At least 5 to 7 years’ experience in taxation research and or advocacy with national exposure. Continental and global exposure will be an added advantage
    Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and interpretation of Kenya’s taxation policies
    Expertise in application taxation and tax policies to programming and advocacy
    Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the context of taxation measure in both revenue generation and control of consumption
    Involvement in tax justice advocacy will be an added advantage
    Language proficiency and report writing skills is mandatory

  • Senior Public Relations Officer

    Senior Public Relations Officer

    Advert No. 08/2018
    NCPD 5
    The job holder will report to the Director General.
    Job purpose
    The jobholder is responsible for

    Provision of leadership in strategic communication for the creation of suitable environment for the attainment of NCPD mandate
    Provision of leadership in the development and implementation of NCPD Corporate Communication Policy and Strategies.
    Maintenance of continued vigilance over issues that may affect the image of the Council
    Advise the Council on strategies to create and maintain appropriate relations and protocols

    Responsibilities for the Senior Public Relations Officer Job

    Overseeing the coordination and management of all the Public Relations functions of Council
    Development of the Council Public Relations Work plan and budget;
    Advise Council on appropriate strategies and standards for communicating with stakeholders
    Advise Council on matters of creating and maintaining positive visibility
    Maintain liaison with mass media on behalf of Council
    Work with media outlets to publish timely Council information, such as press releases, brochures, and other materials.
    Direct implementation of social media strategies.
    Oversee electronic and social media communication.
    Oversee publishing of videos and photography on NCPD website and other avenues.
    Organize for documenting NCPD events such conferences, and speaking engagements.
    Direct information campaigns and marketing NCPD brand with external stakeholders and the media across all communications channels and vehicles.
    Collaborate with technical divisions to develop advertising, marketing and promotion plans

    Senior Public Relations Officer Job Qualifications
    For appointment to this post a candidate must at least;

    Be a holder of Master’s degree in Public Relations, Communication or Management;
    Be a holder of Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences;
    Be a Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body.
    Have Seven (7) years of relevant work experience, five (5) of which must be at managerial level;
    Be Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
    Candidates who have attended a Senior Management Course or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent will have an added advantage.

  • Member – Independent Policing Oversight Authority Chairperson – Independent Policing Oversight Authority

    Member – Independent Policing Oversight Authority Chairperson – Independent Policing Oversight Authority

    THE SELECTION PANEL FOR CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE INDEPENDENT POLICING OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY (IPOA)
    DECLARATION OF VACANCIES
    For appointment as a Member of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, a person should:

    be a Kenyan citizen;
    possess a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
    meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
    have knowledge and experience of not less than ten (10) years in any of the following fields:-

    Criminology
    Medicine
    Psychology
    Alternative dispute resolution
    Law
    Security matters
    Human rights and gender
    Community policing

    have had a distinguished career in his/her respective field; and
    is fit and proper to serve as a member of the Board charged with upholding and protection of ethics, professionalism, accountability and lawful conduct.

    PLEASE NOTE:

    In compliance with Section 10 (2) of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Act, (No. 35, 2011 Revised Edition, 2012), a person does not qualify for nomination and appointment as Chairperson or Member of the Board if s/he:

    has previously served as a member of the Board;
    is employed by or is associated with any person who supplies services or goods to the Authority, or whose spouse or other family member is so employed or associated;
    holds office in a political party;
    is a Member of Parliament or a member of a county assembly or a Governor or Deputy Governor;
    is a serving police officer, or retired from being such an officer within the last five years
    has been convicted, whether in Kenya or elsewhere, of an offence involving dishonesty or of any other offence for which such person has been sentenced to imprisonment without the option of a fine; or
    is unable to perform the functions of office due to mental incapacity;
    is an undischarged bankrupt.

    The names of the shortlisted candidates shall be published in the print media after the closure of the advert.
    Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional information and will be subjected to a public interview process.
    The remuneration for these positions shall be determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
    The chairperson and members of the Board of the Authority shall hold office for a non-renewable term of six (6) years.
    The Board shall be part-time and will meet not less than four (4) times every financial year.

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  • Managing Director General Manager, Finance and Accounting General Manager, Human Resource Management and Organisation Development General Manager, Marketing and Operations Manager, Procurement Manager, Corporate Planning

    Managing Director General Manager, Finance and Accounting General Manager, Human Resource Management and Organisation Development General Manager, Marketing and Operations Manager, Procurement Manager, Corporate Planning

    Ref: NCPB/MD/018/1
    JOB PROFILE:

    Implements and monitors decisions of the Board of Directors
    Spearheads reviewing and implementing NCPB corporate strategy and ensures the Board contributes effectively towards the achievement of the Government’s Big Four Agenda, Vision 2030 and other policy directions
    Coordinates and prepares business related proposals and resource mobilization.
    Ensures effective communication between management and the Board as well as between different levels of management
    Provides leadership in change management
    Provides leadership and fosters teamwork among all employees

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

    A Bachelor’s degree in a business related field from a recognized university
    A Masters degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Agricultural Marketing or related fields from a recognized University
    Possess a minimum of 12 years’ experience; 10 of which must be at a senior management level in a reputable organisation
    Display evidence of proven performance in a busy organisation.
    Previous experience of working in a related industry will be an added advantage

    DESIRED COMPETENCIES

    Planning & Organizing
    Leadership
    Management Control
    Commercial Awareness
    Decisiveness
    Interpersonal Sensitivity
    Strategic Perspective
    Adaptability
    Effective Communication

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS

    Police Clearance Certificate (Certificate of Good Conduct)
    Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Clearance Certificate
    A Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
    A clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
    Membership of a professional body in the area of specialization.

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  • Corporation Secretary Deputy Director – Planning, Budgeting & Resource Mobilization Chief Public Relations Officer Senior Population Programme Officer

    Corporation Secretary Deputy Director – Planning, Budgeting & Resource Mobilization Chief Public Relations Officer Senior Population Programme Officer

    Advert No. 06/2018
    The Corporation Secretary will be report to the Board through the Director General.
    Job Purpose: The job holder is responsible for providing guidance to the Board on their duties and responsibilities and on matters of governance.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Responsible for organizing Board induction and training
    Updating the Board and Committee charters
    Preparation of Board work plans
    Coordinating Board Evaluation
    Coordinating governance audit
    Implementation of the code of conduct and ethics
    Responsible for timely preparation and circulation of Board and Committee minutes
    Custodian of the seal of the Council and account to the Board for its use
    Maintain and update the register of conflicts of interests
    Ensure the Board members are aware of all relevant laws affecting the organization
    Facilitate effective communication between the Council and stakeholders
    Filling annual reports with relevant authorities.
    Responsible for circulating Board and Committee papers in advance of any meeting.
    Proof reading all Council contracts
    Attending to legal matters affecting the Council

    Job Qualifications 
    For appointment to this post a candidate must at least be;

    A holder of Bachelor’s degree and masters in Law from a recognized University
    Have Certified Secretary qualifications;
    Hold Post Graduate Diploma in Law from a recognized body,
    Be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    Have at least Seven (7) years of experience in a reputable law firm;
    Be a member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries
    Be proficient in Ms. Office applications;
    Candidates who have attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme/Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent will have an added advantage;

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  • Finance Assistant Officer

    Finance Assistant Officer

    Reporting and evaluation: The Finance Assistant Officer reports to the Chief Accountant. The Chief Accountant evaluates the performance based on achieved results.
    Position Summary: The Finance Assistant Officer will be responsible for providing support to the Finance team by Work closely with the Finance team to ensure smooth operation of all finance matters
    This is a key role within the Finance Department and the position holder is expected to focus on providing a high level of financial and accounting support across AGF as well as achieving positive outcomes.
    Major Responsibilities
    Guarantee Administration

    Preparation of Invoices and receipts and posting them in the accounting system
    Preparation of weekly aging receivable reports
    Accrual and receivables reconciliation

    Suppliers Management

    Ensure swift payment of invoices by preparation of payment vouchers – Cheques & Bank Transfers
    Reconciliation of Suppliers accounts
    Posting of invoices into sales and purchase ledgers from source documents

    Reporting Management

    Preparation of finance board reports
    Assist in the production of weekly financial statements and reports

    Petty Cash Management

    Issue of petty cash
    Petty cash reconciliation
    Issuance of Travel advance and reconciliation in accordance with the travel advance policy

    Cash Management

    Payments confirmations from suppliers to the bank
    Bank Statement posting and reconciliation
    Updating payments register for cash flow projection

    Other Matters

    Work closely with the Finance team to ensure smooth operation of all finance matters
    Plan, organise and manage own workload to ensure your contribution to the company’s monthly financial reporting process is achieved in a timely and accurate manner

    In addition to the above duties, the Finance Assistant Officer may be required to perform other related or unrelated duties based on the company’s needs.
    Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experiences
    Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Statistics, Science & Economics;
    Certified Public Accountant (K)or ACCA;
    A minimum of Five years (5) Accounting/Finance experience preferably in the financial services sector.
    A master degree in Finance or related field is an added advantage
    Bilingual in French/English is an added advantage

    Critical Competencies

    Strong grounding in IT with good knowledge of accounting systems;
    Analytical mindset;
    Results oriented and highly motivated;
    Good team leadership;
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    Terms of Offer: The African Guarantee Fund for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (AGF) Group is an equal opportunity employer and offers a regionally competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.
    AGF prides itself on its collegial, supportive and gender sensitive working environment and believes that staff diversity promotes excellence. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.