Position: County Commissioner
Job Description
The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
- Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.90, 200 – Kshs.124, 630 p.m. (CSG 7)
- House Allowance: Kshs.18, 066 – 45,000 p.m. (Depending on duty station)
- Commuter Allowance: Kshs.12, 000 p.m.
- Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
- Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
- Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
- Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
County Commissioner, a candidate must have: –
(i) served for a minimum period of (3) years in the grade of Senior Assistant County Commissioner/Senior Assistant Secretary CSG ‘8’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service;
(ii) a Bachelors Degree in any social science or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
(iii) a Certificate in Administrative Officer’s Induction course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
(iv) passed Administrative Officers Examinations;
(v) a Certificate in Administrative Officer’s Paramilitary course lasting not less than three (3) months in a recognized institution;
(vi) a Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) OR Advanced Public Administration (APA); and
(vii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities for County Commissioner
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-
In Field Administration
(i) coordination of National Government functions which include; promote cohesion, integration and patriotism to enhance peace and National unity;
(ii) handling complex administrative, social-economic and political issues;
(iii) managing and coordinating Government functions and activities;
(iv) coordinating activities and mobilization of resources for development;
(v) coordinating Disaster management and emergency response activities;
(vi) coordinating management of security;
(vii) co-ordinating implementation of decisions of the security and intelligence committees;
(viii) handling public complaints; interpreting and disseminating Government policies;
(ix) facilitating citizen participation in the development and implementation of Government policies, programmes and projects;
(x) coordinating and ensuring enforcement of lawful administrative actions/decisions;
(xi) co-ordinating national and state functions; managing and maintaining administrative boundaries, security roads, airstrips and vital installations;
(xii) responding to matters to Parliamentary business;
(xiii) coordinating campaigns against drugs, alcohol and substance abuse;
(xiv) providing agency services for other Government institutions;
(xv) conducting civil marriages; and
(xvi) promoting peace building and conflict resolution.
In the Ministry Headquarters/Department
An officer at this level will handle diversified and complex administrative duties in a Ministry which include:-
(i) heading special units;
(ii) ensuring smooth flow of work;
(iii) coordinating and monitoring and implementation of decisions of various committees;
(iv) drafting concept papers on policy issues; managing ministerial resources and assets;
(v) promoting integrity and ethical conduct within the Ministry;
(vi) preparing speeches and briefs;
(vii) developing departmental reports and annual work plans; and
(viii) monitoring implementation of programmes and projects.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke
Send an email to: [email protected]. Please include your ID /Passport Number and full name, or call the following numbers: Landline: +254 (020) 2223901, 254 20 2227471 Call Centre: 020 4865000
Please Note:
(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
(iv) The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.
Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4 th June, 2024 (Latest 5 pm East African Time)
More Information
- Address Nairobi, Nairobi, Nairobi, , KE
- Reference no V/NO 188 /2024