Jobs at Makueni County Public Service Board

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade C (Plain) or its approved equivalent.

OR

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Minimum grade D+ (Plus), or its approved equivalent plus Certificate in Early Childhood Development and Education offered by KNEC or Ministry of Education or its approved equivalent
• Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education offered by KNEC or its approved equivalent
• Registered by the Teachers Service Commission
• A certificate in computer applications
• Current Certificate of Good Conduct from the National Police Service
• Valid medical report from a recognized government health facility.

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For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade C (Plain) or its approved equivalent.

OR

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Minimum grade D+ (Plus), or its approved equivalent plus Certificate in Early Childhood Development and Education offered by KNEC or Ministry of Education or its approved equivalent
• Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education offered by KNEC or its approved equivalent
• Registered by the Teachers Service Commission
• A certificate in computer applications
• Current Certificate of Good Conduct from the National Police Service
• Valid medical report from a recognized government health facility.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department;
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain the Kenya vision 2030,  Makueni vision 2025 and sector goals;
• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans;
• Implementation of policies and regulations;
• Responsible for risk assessment and management
•  Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;   Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this position, the candidate should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in the relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Possession of a master's degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in a senior managerial position in the Public Service or Private Sector in the portfolio applied for;    Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related legislations;   Be a member of a professional body (where applicable) relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of devolution, the County Development plans and Vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have the ability to build a strong team;
• Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines;
• Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya; and   Be computer literate.

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Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent qualification;
• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Marketing, Finance, Agricultural sciences, Engineering or any other relevant discipline;
• Master's degree in Economics, Business, Marketing, Finance, Agricultural Sciences,
• Engineering or any other relevant field will be an added advantage;
• A minimum of 10 years of working experience;
• Over 5 years' experience in leading a senior team either as a head of a large business division, or overall responsibility, for a medium sized food, beverage or juice processing plant;
• Experience in marketing of fast moving consumer goods will be a plus;
• Strong planning and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills  with the ability to engage audiences locally, regionally and globally

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Makueni County Fruit Development and Marketing Authority (MCFDMA) board, the main duties and responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be: Serving as the Secretary to the MCFDMA Board;

• Providing leadership and direction to MCFDMA in all areas of responsibility including planning, administration, production, processing, packaging, quality assurance, maintenance, warehousing, shipping, purchasing, safety and environment protection;   Representing MCFDMA in all public participation forums, consultations and meetings with stakeholders, development partners and attend to any matter of the Government of Makueni County, the Authority is called to undertake;
• Development of a sustainable fruit value chain the county;
• Coordinating and preparing business related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the board;
• Ensuring that there is effective communication between MCFDMA management and   other staff;
• Providing leadership to the employees of MCFDMA;
• Acting as the principal spokesperson of MCFDMA;
• Development and implementation of strategic initiative, business plans, and annual operating plans and budgets as well as establishing internal monitoring, controls and procedures;
• Attending to personnel matters, including organizational structures, staff welfare, training, industrial relations, separations, and effective management of succession plans;   Ensure continuous achievements of the authorities financial and operating goals and objectives;
• Ensuring continual development and compliance with appropriate regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPS), and good manufacturing practices (GMPs) for all aspects of the business;
• Responsible for MCFDMA risk assessment, development and maintenance of risk  register;
• Conducting any other responsibilities and mandates as specified in the Makueni County
• Fruits Development and Marketing Act (amendment) (2017);
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the board from time to time

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Duties and responsibilities: -

Be the principal assistant to the County Attorney;

• Represent or coordinate representation of the county executive in court or in any other legal proceedings to which the county executive is a party, other than criminal proceedings;
• Advise departments in the County Executive on legislative and other legal matters;
• Negotiate, draft, vet and interpret documents and agreements for and on behalf of the county executive and its agencies;
• Formulation and revision of county laws;
• Supervise litigation, drafting and conveyancing;
• Preparation of cabinet memoranda;
• Overseeing the finances and asset management of the office of the County Attorney, instituting operational accountability;
• Overall supervision, control, discipline, staff training and development;
• Perform any other, function as may be necessary for the effective discharge of the duties and the exercise of the powers of the County Attorney.
• Overseeing the operations of the legal units and shall be answerable to the County Attorney;
• Reviewing periodic reports, ensuring compliance with national, regional and international legal instruments, identifying and acting on impediments and constraints to the implementation of laws and policies;
• Facilitating the setting up of structures and institutions for consolidating the administration of the office of the county attorney; and
• Facilitating and coordinating financial support for development plans, facilitating the design and implementation of prioritized programs, setting long-term's goal for the development of the office, preparing cabinet briefs, papers and memoranda and advising departments on legal policy issues.

In addition, the County Solicitor will be responsible for supervision of the heads of divisions/legal units, the implementation and the realization of the strategic plans and objectives in respect of the legal function, coordinating and implementing work plans for the division/legal unit, preparing and implementing performance appraisal tools, preparing division/legal unit budget, managing resources, overall supervision, staff training and development and ensuring accountability and prudent management of the resources and assets and ensuring compliance to the values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity.

Requirements for Appointment

• Has at least five years' experience as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) from a recognized university;
• Post graduate diploma from the Kenya School of Law;
• Admission to the roll of advocates and a valid practicing licence