IEBC :: Constituency Elections Coordinator

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) seeks to recruit dynamic, competent and result-oriented individuals to fill the following positions:-
 

Position: Constituency Elections Coordinator 

5 Posts - Butere, Wajir East, Suna West, Turkana North and Kinango Constituencies

IEBC Grade:5
 

Job Code: IEBC/4/1/2016
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide management support, develop and oversee the implementation of strategies, policies, plans and budgets at the constituency level while ensuring their alignment to the regional and overall Commission strategies.
• Ensure that election operation activities at the constituency level comply with laid down internal controls and budgetary provisions.
• Ensure adequate provision of administrative support services at the constituency level including distribution of election materials, transport management, implementation of security policies and protocols and ensuring the safe custody of the Commission’s assets.
• Be responsible for sound financial management and prudent use of all Commission funds at constituency level in line with commission’s financial policies.
• Liaise with the Regional Election Coordinator to implement training programmes for registration and election officials at the constituency level.
• Identify, inspect suitable polling, nominations and tallying centers.
• Liaise with regional administrative and security officials at the constituency level to ensure safety of Commission Assets including warehouses.
• Undertake the verification, compilation and revision of Constituency voter’s register as required by law from time to time.
• Liaise with political parties with respect to elections and related activities.
• Develop accountability measures, monitor the performance indicators at the constituency levels and ensure the timely preparation of periodic reports.
• Be the Returning Officer during elections and during voter registration the Voter Registration Officer.
• Undertake any other relevant duties assigned by the Commission.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized university.
• A minimum of Six (6) years post graduate working experience in management in a large organization.
• Proven experience in results-based management, monitoring and evaluation or managing election process is an added advantage.
• Must be computer literate and should possess good negotiation, planning and coordination skills.
• Additional training, professional qualifications and experience of fieldwork will be an advantage.
• Must be a resident of the Constituency applied for and must attach ID card indicating that they hail from that constituency.
• Must be computer literate.

Integrity Clearance
 

In addition to the qualifications set above, the applicants must further meet and submit the following clearances:

1. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
2. Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
3. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
4. Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)
5. Chief Executive Officer, Higher Education Loans Board
6. Professional bodies (where applicable) to which the applicant belongs eg LSK, ICPAK, AAK, IEK etc
7. Credit Reference Bureau Africa Ltd or Metropol Credit Reference Bureau

Security Clearance: All shortlisted applicants may be subjected by the Commission to a security clearance by National Intelligence Service (NIS)

Application Submissions

Interested candidates are requested to submit their duly completed applications together with an up-to-date curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, email and telephone contacts together with names, telephone and email contacts of three (3) referees who must be familiar with the candidates previous work experience. 

Applicants must indicate the Job code and title on the top left corner of the envelope.

Applications and supporting documents shall be:
 

i) Hand delivered to the IEBC CEO/CS, 6th Floor, Anniversary Towers, University Way, Nairobi:
 

and/or

ii) Send via Post Office to: 

Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission (IEBC),
P O Box 45371-00100,

Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications must reach IEBC by 15th February 2016

Federal Government of Somalia :: TA Procurement Reform Management Consultant

Federal Government of Somalia
 

Ministry of Finance
 

Second Public Financial Management Capacity Strengthening Project
 

Request for Expressions of Interest
 

(Consulting Services – Individual Consultant Selection)
 

Project ID: P151492
 

TF#: 0A0388
 

Assignment Title: TA Procurement Reform Management Consultant
 

Reference No.: FGS/PFMII/ICS/2016/001
 

1.0 Background to the Project
 

The Federal Republic of Somalia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the “Second Public Financial Management Capacity-Strengthening Project” (SPFMCSP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds of this grant for consulting services. 

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) of the Federal Republic of Somalia (FRS) has undertaken the SPFMCSP with the objective to achieve overall fiscal discipline that ensures effective use of public funds and avoids fiscal waste. 

The project refers to the legal and institutional framework for supervising all phases of the budget cycle, including formulation and preparation of the budget, budget execution and expenditure management, internal controls and audit, procurement, monitoring and reporting arrangements, and external audit.

In this context, the Federal Government of Somalia has passed the Public Procurement Concessions and Disposal Act (PPCDA). 

The PPCDA will cover all public entities, including central government agencies, local governments, state-owned enterprises, independent organisations and other public institutions. 

In this regard, the project aims to provide the best international technical expertise in this field to ensure that the designs of secondary legislation, institutional setup, and capacity development strategy will lead to effective implementation of PPCDA and successful public procurement reforms. 

The project will take a systematic approach to support the reform efforts at the legislative, policy, and operational levels to fulfil the goals of “value for money” in public procurement with integrity.
 

3. Scope of Work
 

The international consultant is to support the Procurement Directorate of the Ministry of Finance to conduct a comprehensive review of legal infrastructure and development of additional guidance to support effective implementation of the new PPDCA.

She/he will work closely with the relevant Ministry of Finance officials as well as national and international consultants to provide technical inputs and assist in reviewing the current and proposed legal infrastructure as well as in designing/drafting/reviewing secondary legislations and regulatory frameworks in line with relevant best practices. 

The expected outputs will include a review of general provisions, existing/related laws and policies as well as drafting/reviewing legal implementing guidelines, operational guidance documents, model documentation, and recommendations to support effective implementation of the new PPDCA.
 

4. Duration of the Assignment
 

The International Consultant on Procurement Reform will be hired for a period of twelve 12 months on time-based contract with possibility of extension upon satisfactory performance.

The assignment is based in Mogadishu, Somalia.
 

5. Competences
 

The Consultant must possess at least 10 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain management with a degree in supply chain, procurement, law, management, finance, economics or commerce; 

The incumbent will have experience in supporting public procurement sector reforms and expertise in formulating policy and strategic planning at the national level. 

Knowledge and experience working in fragile countries is an added advantage; 

The successful candidate will be motivated and able to work in a results-driven environment and responsibly without direct supervision on occasion. 

He/She will exhibit organizational skills, attention to detail, personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, and problem-solving skills. 

Further desired experiences are as follows: Experience of working in Fragile Countries and knowledge of the Public Financial Management Reforms.
 

6. Mode of submission of Applications
 

Further information can be obtained by sending email requests at the email address below. 

Expressions of interest must be delivered (in person, by mail, or by e-mail) in a written form in three (3) hard copies (if not by e-mail) to the address below by 5 pm 23rd February, 2016.

Mr. Farahan Mohamoud
Project Coordinator
Public Financial Management Reform Unit
Ministry of Finance
Villa Somalia, Mogadishu
Federal Republic of Somalia
Email: Pfmreformunit@gmail.com
And Procurement.fgs@gmail.com

Massive Recruitment :: Vacancies in the Office of Judge of the Environment and Land Court

Judicial Service Commission

Vacancies in the Office of Judge of the Environment and Land Court 

(20 Posts)

Reference is made to Gazette Notice No. 235 of 22nd January, 2016 declaring twenty (20) vacant posts of Environment and Land Court Judges in the Judiciary.

The Commission invites applications from qualified persons for the positions.

Job title: Judge of the Environment and Land Court
 

No. of vacancies Twenty (20)
 

 

Ref: V/No.1/2016.
 

Terms of Service: As per the Constitution.
 

Period of Service: Retirement at the age of 70 years with an option to retire upon attaining the age of 65 years as per Article 167(1) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
 

Station: Any Environment and Land Court Station in Kenya
 

Interested and qualified persons may visit our jobs portal:http://jobs.judiciary.go.ke for detailed job description, requirements for appointment and instructions on how to apply. 

All applications should be received not later than 19th February, 2016 at 5.00 P.M.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. 

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Secretary
Judicial Service Commission

Commission Secretariat: Mayfair Centre,
Ralph Bunche Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, 5th Floor
P.O. Box 40048 – 00100 Nairobi
 

Telephone 2739180

E-mail: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke

Republic of Kenya - The National Land Commission - Members to the County Land Management Board Jobs

Republic of Kenya
 

The National Land Commission
 

Pursuant to the provision of Article 67 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and National Land Commission Act No.5 of 2012, the Commission invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of:

Members to the County Land Management Board
 

Busia County

2 Positions
 

Candidates from Nambale and Teso South Sub counties are specifically encouraged to apply
 

 

Duration of Service: The members to the county land management board shall hold office for a term of five (5) years and shall not be eligible for re-appointment.

Job Specification
 

To qualify for the appointment as a member of the board a person shall be:

• Be a citizen of Kenya and should be above 18 years of age
• Hold a Degree in one of the following areas:

1. Land and Natural Resources
2. Agricultural and related fields
3. Land Economics /Real Estate
4. Land use Planning
5. Survey
6. Social Sciences
7. Law
8. Economics
9. Management
10. Accounting
11. Any other related /relevant field

• Meets the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
• Ordinarily a resident of the county where the board is being established

Duties of the County Land Management Board Member(s)
 

In the performance of their functions the county Land Management Board shall be subject to the Physical Planning and Survey acts and any other relevant statutes.

The duties of the board shall include:

• Processing of the transactions to be approved by the Commission, allocation of public land, change of user, extension of user, subdivision of public land, renewal of leases,
• Inspecting all the public land allotment in order to ensure that they adherence to Physical Planning requirements.
• Encouraging use of Alternative and Traditional Dispute Resolution (ADR & TDR) mechanisms in land dispute.
• Perform any other functions assigned by the commission or by any written law.

How to Apply

Applicants for Member County Land Management Board positions should indicate on their application letter and envelope their Sub - County of residence.

Click HERE and HERE to download the NLC Job Application Forms

The applications inclusive of (CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials, up to date Clearance Certificates from KRA, EACC, CRB, CID and HELB) should be hand delivered or to be sent to the offices of the Secretary/CEO, National Land Commission /or Secretary, Busia County Land Management Board, Faridi Plaza (Formerly Butete Building), Busia so as to reach on or before 29th January, 2016 at 5.00pm

The Secretary/CEO National Land Commission
1st Ngong Avenue, Ardhi House
12th Floor, Room 1205
P.O Box 44417-00100
Nairobi

NB: The National Land Commission is an equal opportunity employer; women, people from marginalized areas and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Office of the Controller of Budget :: Research Officer

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an independent Office established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Its core mandate is to oversee implementation of the budgets of the National and County governments, approve withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund (Article 206), County Revenue Fund (Article 207) and Equalisation Fund (Article 204) and report on Budget Implementation to Parliament every four months.

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit a highly qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant position:
 

Research Officer
Grade COB 7
1 Post

Reporting to the Principal Research & Planning Officer, the officer will be responsible for implementation of the research policies, systems and procedures considering best practices for research.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Implement research and planning strategy, policies, systems and procedures on budget implementation;
• Implement the strategic plan of the institution;
• Collate and analyzes macro-economic, socio-economic and fiscal data;
• Undertake objective research and analysis on budget implementation in policy issues with the ultimate goal of advising on improvement in budget implementation;
• Collaborate with external research institutions, policy makers and other stakeholders;
• Implement the organization’s research and planning assignments;
• Prepare and implement the departmental work plans;
• Prepare research and planning reports;
• Research and carry out presentations as required by the Controller of Budget.

Requirements for the position

• A Bachelors degree in either Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Business Administration, Social Science or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Must have at least 2 years relevant work experience.
• Must be versed with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Broad knowledge of Research and project management.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act

Terms and Conditions of Service: Successful candidates for the above positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package and will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term.
 

Application Process
 

Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on both the envelope and the cover letter.

Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current remuneration, Home County, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts, together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. 

You should also give the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous work/academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 

Nairobi

The closing date is 15th September, 2015. 

Only complete applications received by this deadline will be considered. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.

The Office of the Controller of Budget :: Internal Auditor

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an independent Office established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Its core mandate is to oversee implementation of the budgets of the National and County governments, approve withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund (Article 206), County Revenue Fund (Article 207) and Equalisation Fund (Article 204) and report on Budget Implementation to Parliament every four months.

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit highly qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant positions:
 

Internal Auditor

Grade COB 6

5 Posts
 

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, the officer will be responsible for implementing internal audit policies, systems and procedures in line with the audit plan.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Implement internal control systems for the organization;
• Implement and maintains internal audit policy, systems and procedures;
• Implement the audit plan;
• Prepare periodic/adhoc audit reports;
• Undertake internal audits in accordance with generally accepted international auditing standards;
• Operationalize the organization’s compliance with statutes, regulations and government guidelines;
• Undertake forensic investigations;
• Verify correctness and validity of pension claims;

Requirements for the position

• Must have a Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Commerce Finance/Accounting or its equivalent from a recognized university;
• Must have at least 3 years relevant work experience;
• Must be a qualified Accountant;
• Must be well versed with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Must be an active member of a relevant professional body with good standing;

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player

Terms and Conditions of Service: Successful candidates for the above positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package and will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term.
 

Application Process
 

Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on both the envelope and the cover letter.

Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current remuneration, Home County, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts, together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. 

You should also give the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous work/academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 

Nairobi

The closing date is 15th September, 2015. 

Only complete applications received by this deadline will be considered. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.

The Office of the Controller of Budget :: Senior Internal Auditor

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an independent Office established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Its core mandate is to oversee implementation of the budgets of the National and County governments, approve withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund (Article 206), County Revenue Fund (Article 207) and Equalisation Fund (Article 204) and report on Budget Implementation to Parliament every four months.

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit a highly qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant position:
 

Senior Internal Auditor

Grade COB 5

1 Post

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, the officer will be responsible for the implementation of appropriate internal control systems
 

 

Key responsibilities

• Implement appropriate internal control systems for the organization
• Implement internal audit policies, systems and procedures,
• Implement audit plans;
• Compile periodic and special audit reports;
• Undertake internal audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards;
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and policies;
• Carry out post audit reviews to ensure implementation of agreed corrective action plans;
• Continuously review procedures and policies to ensure that adequate controls are in place;
• Execute special assignments as per the specified terms of reference;
• Verify correctness and validity of pension claims;
• Approve payment of pensions claims.

Requirements for the position

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in either Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or its equivalent from a recognized university;
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant;
• Must have at least 5 years experience in an auditing environment at management level;
• Must be well versed with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Must be an active member of a relevant professional body with good standing;
• A Masters Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or its equivalent from a recognized university will be an added advantage.

Required skills and personal attributes

• Leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Should be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya

Terms and Conditions of Service: Successful candidates for the above positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package and will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term.
 

Application Process
 

Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on both the envelope and the cover letter.

Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current remuneration, Home County, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts, together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. 

You should also give the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous work/academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 

Nairobi

The closing date is 15th September, 2015. 

Only complete applications received by this deadline will be considered. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.

The Office of the Controller of Budget ::: Human Resources & Administration Manager

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an independent Office established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Its core mandate is to oversee implementation of the budgets of the National and County governments, approve withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund (Article 206), County Revenue Fund (Article 207) and Equalisation Fund (Article 204) and report on Budget Implementation to Parliament every four months.

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit highly qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant positions.
 

Manager, Human Resources & Administration

Grade COB 5

1 Post
 

Reporting to the Chief Manager HR & Administration, the officer will be responsible for review and implementation of Human Resources & Administration policies and strategies.
 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and review Human Resources & Administrative policies and strategies;
• Implement performance management system;
• Administer competitive compensation strategies and systems;
• Design the necessary staff database;
• Operationalize the succession plan;
• Maintain and review staff establishment;
• Implement a competitive compensation scheme for staff;
• Implement the staff development plan;
• Implement staff induction, mentoring and coaching policy framework;
• Oversee the management of service providers;
• Ensure proper management of organization’s physical assets;
• Develop and implement of health, safety and environmental policies.

Requirements for the position

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Science or its equivalent from a recognized university;
• Must have at least 5 years experience in HRM/ Administration;
• Must be well versed with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Sound knowledge of Labour Laws and Employment Act 2007;
• Must be an active member of a relevant professional body with good standing;
• A Masters degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Science or its equivalent from a recognized university will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Good corporate governance
• Team player
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act

Terms and Conditions of Service: Successful candidates for the above positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package and will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term.
 

Application Process
 

Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on both the envelope and the cover letter.

Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current remuneration, Home County, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts, together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. 

You should also give the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous work/academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 

Nairobi

The closing date is 15th September, 2015. 

Only complete applications received by this deadline will be considered. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.

The Office of the Controller of Budget :: Legal Affairs Director and Legal Affairs Manager

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an independent Office established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Its core mandate is to oversee implementation of the budgets of the National and County governments, approve withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund (Article 206), County Revenue Fund (Article 207) and Equalisation Fund (Article 204) and report on Budget Implementation to Parliament every four months.

Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the Office seeks to recruit highly qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant positions.
 

Director, Legal Affairs

Grade COB 3

1 Post

Reporting to the Controller of Budget, the officer will be responsible for formulation and implementation of Legal, Governance and Compliance policies, systems and procedures and overseeing research on legal matters.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Head the Legal Services Directorate;
• Advise management on legal, governance and compliance issues;
• Formulate legal, governance & compliance strategic direction aligned to government policies and the Constitution;
• Oversee implementation of legal, governance & compliance policies, systems and procedures;
• Ensure compilation of reports on Legal, Governance & Compliance;
• Initiate research on legal issues;
• Provide legal counsel on legal and legislative issues impacting on the Office;
• Advise on any legal issues that may arise in the course of executing the mandate of the office;
• Oversee drawing of contracts and agreements for the organization;
• Advise and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements;
• Ensure safe custody of legal documents.

Requirements for the position:

• Must have a Masters degree in Law from a recognized university;
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university;
• Must have a Postgraduate Diploma in Law;
• Must have at least 10 years’ relevant work experience at senior management level;
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court;
• Must be thoroughly conversant with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Sound knowledge of relevant laws, government policies and regulations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Excellent Leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act

Manager, Legal Affairs

Grade COB 5

1 Post
 

Reporting to the Director Legal Affairs, the officer will ensure implementation of legal policies, systems and procedures and undertake research on legal matters.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of the legal affairs of the organization;
• Implement legal policies, systems and procedures;
• Prepare reports on legal matters;
• Custodian of all legal instruments;
• Drawing of contracts and agreements for the organization;
• In consultation with the Director Legal Affairs, responsible for representation of the office in any litigation;
• Develop mechanisms for mediation and conciliation by the office where appropriate;
• Make recommendations on legal interventions required to ensure compliance with the Constitution;
• Undertake research on various legal aspects and processes relating to the mandate of the office.

Requirements for the position:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university;
• Must have a Postgraduate Diploma in Law;
• Must have at least 5 years’ relevant experience at management level;
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court;
• Must be well versed with the Constitution of Kenya;
• Sound knowledge or relevant laws, government policies and regulations;
• A Masters Degree in Law from a recognized university will be an added advantage

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Excellent leadership skills;
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Integrity;
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act;
• Ability to articulate and interpret and national / county policies and development goals

Terms and Conditions of Service: Successful candidates for the above positions will be offered a competitive remuneration package and will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term.
 

Application Process
 

Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on both the envelope and the cover letter.

Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current remuneration, Home County, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts, together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. 

You should also give the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous work / academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 

Nairobi

The closing date is 15th September, 2015. 

Only complete applications received by this deadline will be considered. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.

Massive Recruitment :: 5000 Job Posts - Apply Now

TSC Job Openings For Teachers

The Teachers Service Commission is advertising 5,000 posts for recruitment of additional teachers (2,338 posts for primary school teachers and 2,662 posts for post primary teachers).

Requirements

Eligible candidates wishing to apply should meet the following requirements;

• Must be Kenya citizens
• Must be 45 years of age and below
• Must have original Professional and Academic certificates
• Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission
• Applicants for posts in Primary schools must be holders of P1 certificate
• Applicants to Post primary institutions must be holders of a Diploma in Education

How To Apply

Interested candidates for posts in Primary schools should apply to the TSC County Director, in the County with advertised vacancies and submit all relevant academic and professional documents.

Those who had applied but were unsuccessful earlier must do a fresh application.

Those applying to Post Primary institutions should apply to the Secretary, Board of Management of the school there is a vacancy and submit a copy to the TSC Director.

Deadline is 31st July, 2015 and Individual application to the Commission will NOT be considered.

For details on open vacancies, visit HERE or go to the TSC office close to you.

EAC Competition Authority Commissioner Job in Arusha Tanzania

Republic of Kenya
 

Ministry of East African Affairs, Commerce & Tourism
 

State Department of East African Affairs
 

Vacant Post of EAC Competition Authority Commissioner in East African Community Secretariat Arusha Tanzania
 

The State Department of East African Affairs (SDEAA) mandate is:

1. Co-ordination and implementation of Regional Integration initiatives (COMESA, EAC and COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite Free Trade Area).
2. Co-ordination of implementation of the EAC regional programmes and projects.
3. Implementation of the Treaty for the establishment of the EAC.
4. Kenya South Sudan Support Programme.

In pursuant to its mandate, this State Department is in the process of identifying a suitable Kenyan to sit in the EAC Competition Authority as a Commissioner. 

This vacancy is open to all Kenyans who are highly motivated and result-driven professionals to be nominated competitively.
 

 

The successful nominee’s name will be forwarded by this State Department to East African Community Secretariat Arusha for appointment to the post of Commissioner at EAC Competition Authority.
 

Qualifications
 

The candidate should be a holder of an advanced degree in a field pertinent to Trade and Competition and has at least ten (10) years’ experience in the relevant area. 

The person to be nominated must have the ability and experience in Competition Law and Policy, Industry, Commerce Public Administration, Labour, Economics, Law, Consumer Protection and small scale business matters.

Key Tasks of EAC Competition Authority
 

The Commissioners shall be responsible for:

• Holding hearings; 
• Issuing legally binding decisions; 
• Imposing sanctions and remedies; 
• Referring matters to the Court for adjudication; 
• Recommending to the Council to make regulations; 
• Developing appropriate procedures for public sensitization, consultations and participation; 
• developing appropriate procedures for consultation and involvement of the East African Community’s Sectoral Regulatory Regimes for purposes of enhancing compatibility with the East African Community Competition Law;
• Formulating by-laws for the operation of the Authority; 
• collecting data, undertaking studies and publishing reports and cooperating with regional and International Organizations and with Foreign Competition Authorities.

Tenure: The Commissioner shall be a Board Member of the EAC Competition Authority and will hold office for an initial term of four (4) years and shall be eligible for appointment for a further term of four (4) years.

How to Apply
 

Interested applicants are required to submit their applications, certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, national identity card, detailed curriculum vitae and contacts of two professional referees to the Principal Secretary, State Department of East African Affairs.

Applicants should also submit clearance certificates from the following institutions:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Credit Reference Bureau

Applications should reach the undersigned on or before 20th June, 2015 through e-mail address: headpersonnell@meac.go.ke or sent/hand delivered to:

Principal Secretary
State Department of East African Affairs
Co-operative Bank House, 16th Floor, Room 1603
P.O. Box 8846-00200
Nairobi

EAC Competition Authority Commissioner in East African Community Secretariat Arusha Tanzania

Republic of Kenya
 

Ministry of East African Affairs, Commerce & Tourism
 

State Department of East African Affairs
 

Vacant Post of EAC Competition Authority Commissioner in East African Community Secretariat Arusha Tanzania
 

The State Department of East African Affairs (SDEAA) mandate is:

1. Co-ordination and implementation of Regional Integration initiatives (COMESA, EAC and COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite Free Trade Area).
2. Co-ordination of implementation of the EAC regional programmes and projects.
3. Implementation of the Treaty for the establishment of the EAC.
4. Kenya South Sudan Support Programme.

In pursuant to its mandate, this State Department is in the process of identifying a suitable Kenyan to sit in the EAC Competition Authority as a Commissioner. 

This vacancy is open to all Kenyans who are highly motivated and result-driven professionals to be nominated competitively.
 

 

The successful nominee’s name will be forwarded by this State Department to East African Community Secretariat Arusha for appointment to the post of Commissioner at EAC Competition Authority.
 

Qualifications
 

The candidate should be a holder of an advanced degree in a field pertinent to Trade and Competition and has at least ten (10) years’ experience in the relevant area. 

The person to be nominated must have the ability and experience in Competition Law and Policy, Industry, Commerce Public Administration, Labour, Economics, Law, Consumer Protection and small scale business matters.

Key Tasks of EAC Competition Authority
 

The Commissioners shall be responsible for:

• Holding hearings; 
• Issuing legally binding decisions; 
• Imposing sanctions and remedies; 
• Referring matters to the Court for adjudication; 
• Recommending to the Council to make regulations; 
• Developing appropriate procedures for public sensitization, consultations and participation; 
• developing appropriate procedures for consultation and involvement of the East African Community’s Sectoral Regulatory Regimes for purposes of enhancing compatibility with the East African Community Competition Law;
• Formulating by-laws for the operation of the Authority; 
• collecting data, undertaking studies and publishing reports and cooperating with regional and International Organizations and with Foreign Competition Authorities.

Tenure: The Commissioner shall be a Board Member of the EAC Competition Authority and will hold office for an initial term of four (4) years and shall be eligible for appointment for a further term of four (4) years.

How to Apply
 

Interested applicants are required to submit their applications, certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, national identity card, detailed curriculum vitae and contacts of two professional referees to the Principal Secretary, State Department of East African Affairs.

Applicants should also submit clearance certificates from the following institutions:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Credit Reference Bureau

Applications should reach the undersigned on or before 20th June, 2015 through e-mail address: headpersonnell@meac.go.ke or sent/hand delivered to:

Principal Secretary
State Department of East African Affairs
Co-operative Bank House, 16th Floor, Room 1603
P.O. Box 8846-00200
Nairobi

56 Positions - Field Interviewer (To be distributed in all counties)

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act (2006). It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistical information and its custody. 

It also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

KNBS intends to conduct the Kenya Integrated Household Budget Survey (KIHBS) which will be a source of data to update the country’s poverty profile, consumer price index weights, National Accounts data and other socioeconomic indicators. 

The Bureau therefore invites applications from suitably qualified individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following temporary positions:-
 

Job Title: Field Interviewer
 

Ref: KNBS/ FI/4/2015
 

No. of Posts: 56 (To be distributed in all counties)
 

 

Reporting to the Field Supervisor, the Field Interviewers are the key personnel in the data collection exercise.
 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Locating sampled households with the assistance of the supervisor
• Conducting the interviews to the targeted respondents and completing the questionnaire(s)
• Checking the completed questionnaires to ensure that all questions were asked and responses neatly and legibly recorded
• Arranging for interviews and callbacks
• Maintaining confidentiality of the interviews and the data collected
• Locating survey materials and equipment
• Preparing debriefing notes for the supervisor

Requirements for Appointment

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• Should have completed at least secondary level of education, with a minimum of C+ (Plus) or its equivalent.
• Must have scored a minimum of C+ (plus) in Mathematics and English in KCSE
• Must be residents of the county they will be assigned to work
• Must be conversant with the main local language/dialect of the area of work
• Should possess good communication skills
• Should be a team player
• Must be physically fit and able to walk in difficult terrains
• Ready to work for long hours including weekends
• Must be available for a period of an uninterrupted 8 months from the date of recruitment

Applicants should submit handwritten application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae using the given format (CLICK HERE to download), full names and contacts of three (3) referees, daytime contacts, and certified copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials, National ID/passport and fill the Bio data form (CLICK HERE to download). 

The reference number for the post applied should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:-
 

The Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
P. O. Box 30266 – 00100
Nairobi

Applications must be sent to the Bureau County Offices, where you expect to be posted and received not later than 12th June 2015. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics is an equal opportunity employer