Are you passionate about the field of Human Resources?
Would you like to build on your professional experience?
True North Career Map (TNCM) is a consultancy firms that works with individuals and organizations to provide career identification, career development and career transition services.
We provide organizations with solutions in various aspects of the Human Resource function, so as to develop employee career satisfaction and positively affect the organizations bottom line.
Our organizational HR consulting services are:
Recruitment and Selection
Competency Framework Development
Psychometric Testing
Human Resource Audits
Career Guidance-Development and Transition
We are developing a database of HR Associates that we can work with on Project basis.
The assignments would be perfect for people looking to build on their practical experience, or professionals seeking to work on a part time basis.
If you possess HR qualifications (HR Degree or Higher Diploma) and a minimum of two years experience in any of the above areas, please send us your CV stating your experience, project(s) involved in, at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :-
email: jobs @ truenorthcareermap.com on or before Friday, September 11th, 2009.
Our client is a large milling firm with subsidiaries in East Africa and is seeking to recruit an account for the Uganda office.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the position will be responsible for updating and giving advice on costing, reconciliation of all accounts and maintenance of an effective internal control system.
Key result areas
Reconciliation of raw material, cash, finished goods, bank and inter company accounts.
Ensure filing of returns to all relevant parties is done on time to avoid penalties due to lateness or non- conformance.
Timely costing and updates to enable appropriate pricing decisions.
Ensure effective internal controls systems are put in place for efficient internal audit and preparation of monthly audit file for verification and support of management accounts.
Maintaining accurate financial data and generating timely reports and analysis.
Qualifications
At least 4 years experience in accountancy in a busy commercial environment with a university degree in accounting or a related field plus have CPA or ACCA.
Fully computer literate and have working knowledge of an accounting system (quick books preferred and knowledge of peachtree will be an added advantage).
Energetic “can do” attitude to work. Able to motivate fellow workers to work for long hours.
Must be willing to relocate.
Let’s talk
If you believe this describes you, please in confidence e mail your application letter and CV (4 pages maximum in a Word format) to: Esther or Gertrude at innovate @ abbott.co.ke
In your CV please include your current remuneration package and contacts.
All e mailed questions and applications will be responded to almost immediately.
Our postal address is
Abbott Consulting, P O Box 63603 - 00619, Muthaiga, Nairobi.
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below.
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications online through one of the Commission’s websites www.publicservice.go.ke or www.psckjobs.go.ke OR by completing ONE application form PSC 2 (Revised 2007).
The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.
Please Note
Serving officers should first register their personal profiles on the Commission’s website before making an application for a job online. Those already registered may edit their profiles as need be.
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Candidates should NOT attach any copies of academic and professional certificates to the application form. ALL relevant details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
The Public Service Commission is committed to availing equal employment opportunities to ALL KENYANS.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials during interviews.
Serving officers will be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post before the interview.
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary,
Public Service Commission of Kenya,
P.O. Box 30095 - 00100,
Nairobi.
so as to reach the Commission on or before, 21st September, 2009.
Vacancies in Office of the President Ministry of State for Provincial Administration and Internal Security Senior District Commissioner Six (6) Posts
(Department of Provincial Administration and Internal Security)
V/No.325/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.94,235 - KSh.120,270 p.m.
(Job Group ‘R’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of District Commissioner I/Deputy Secretary Job Group ‘Q’
for at least three (3) years; and
(ii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
NB Possession of a Masters Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in any Social Science AND attendance to the Strategic Leadership Development course shall be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Senior District Commissioner will normally be deployed to head a District with
highly complex development activities and diverse socio-economic and political
background.
Specific duties will include:
efficient management and coordination of Government functions in the District;
general administration and coordination of development activities such as mobilization of resources for development;
coordination of disaster management and emergency response activities;
coordination and promotion of peace and security;
promotion and coordination of conflict resolution and peace building;
interpreting, disseminating and overseeing implementation of Government policies;
responding to Parliamentary business specific to the District;
coordinating state functions;
supervising public servants in the District; and
initiating policy and giving feed-back to the Government on policies that need to be re-assessed.
Senior Deputy Secretary Twenty Six (26) Posts
(Department of Provincial Administration and Internal Security)
V/No.326/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.94,235 - KSh.120,270 p.m.
(Job Group ‘R’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Deputy Secretary/District Commissioner I Job Group ‘Q’
for at least three (3) years; and
(iii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
NB Possession of a Masters Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in any Social
Science AND attendance to the Strategic Leadership Development course shall
be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Senior Deputy Secretary will be deployed at the Headquarters of a Ministry.
Specific duties will include:
coordinating Government Business;
coordinating activities touching on State Corporations and Statutory bodies within the Ministry;
coordinating Ministerial activities to mitigate against HIV/AIDS;
ensuring integrity and ethical conduct within the Ministry;
ensuring security of Government assets;
chairing Ministerial and Departmental meetings;
coordinating administrative matters;
representing the Permanent Secretary in various meetings and stakeholder fora;
facilitating mobilization of resources for effective public service delivery; and
preparing state functions, briefs and programmes.
Deputy Secretary Eighteen (18) Posts
(Department of Provincial Administration and Internal Security)
V/No.327/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.77,527 - KSh.98,947 p.m.
(Job Group ‘Q’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Under Secretary/District Commissioner II Job Group ‘P’
for at least three (3) years; and
(ii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
NB Possession of a Masters Degree or postgraduate Diploma in any Social Science AND attendance to the Strategic Leadership Development course shall be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be deployed at the Ministry Headquarters.
Specific duties will include:
co-ordinating Public Service Reforms;
co-ordinating and drafting briefs, speeches, policy, memoranda, ministerial position and concept papers;
overseeing implementation of Government policies;
follow-up actions on Government decisions and directives specific to the Ministry;
co-ordinating administrative matters, training, development, deployment and promotion of administrative staff;
co-ordinating performance appraisal for Administrative Staff in the Ministry;
co-ordinating activities regarding State Corporations and statutory bodies under the Ministry;
co-ordinating Parliamentary business;
co-ordinating measures and activities to mitigate against HIV/AIDS;
promoting integrity and ethical conduct within the Ministry;
managing and ensuring security of Government assets; and
co-ordinating various meetings.
Under Secretary Forty Three (43) Posts
(Department of Provincial Administration and Internal Security)
V/No.328/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.63,782 - KSh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Senior Assistant Secretary/ Senior District Officer Job
Group ‘N’ for at least three (3) years; and
(ii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
NB Possession of a Masters Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in any Social Science AND attendance to Strategic Leadership Development course shall be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
An Under Secretary will be deployed to handle diversified and complex administrative
duties in a Ministry.
Specific duties will include:
heading special units;
coordinating staff welfare matters;
ensuring smooth flow of work;
overseeing and guiding staff;
drafting of concept papers on policy issues;
managing ministerial resources and assets;
promoting integrity and ethical conduct within the Ministry;
mainstreaming HIV/AIDS activities;
coordinating activities of various committees within the Ministry;
writing speeches, briefs and concept papers on policy issues; and
effective management of Government resources.
District Officer Cadet/Assistant Secretary Cadet Two Hundred (200) Posts
(Department of Provincial Administration and Internal Security)
V/No.329/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.KSh.21,304 - KSh.25,895 p.m.
(Job Group ‘J’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) have a Bachelors Degree in any Social Science or equivalent qualification from
a recognized university; and
(ii) be proficient in computer applications.
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for the Administrative Officers’ Cadre. An officer at
this level will either be deployed at the Ministry Headquarters or in field administration.
Work at this level will be limited in scope and complexity and will be carried out under
the guidance and supervision of a more senior officer.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
allocating administrative duties including general office administration, assets management and inventory;
planning and maintaining security;
co-ordinating and organizing Government functions;
mitigating against disaster;
countering terrorism;
peace building initiatives; and
overseeing implementation of Government development projects.
Assistant Government Printer One (1) Post
(Department of Provincial Administration)
V/No.330/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.40,835 - KSh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Chief Superintendent Printer Job Group ‘M’ for at least
two (2) years;
(ii) attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution; and
(iii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
An Assistant Government Printer will be responsible for co-ordination of functions
pertaining to:
production, planning and control;
letter assembling (computers and hot metal);
proof reading;
graphic production and off-set machine printing;
letter press machine printing and printing finishing (binding); and
enforcement of printing rules and regulations.
Vacancies in the Office of the Prime Minister Ministry of State for Public Service Principal Executive Secretary/Assistant Director, Secretarial Services Two (2) Posts
V/No.331/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.63,782 - KSh.81,404 p.m.
(Job Group ‘P’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Executive Secretary Job Group
‘N’ or any other comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a
minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) a Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies/Bachelor of Business and Office
Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized university;
OR
A Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma/Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council.
OR
A Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences plus the following qualifications from the
Kenya National Examinations Council:
Shorthand III (minimum 120 w.p.m.)
Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m.)/Computerized Documents Processing III
Business English III/Communications II
Commerce II
Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III
Secretarial Duties II
(iii) evidence of qualification in the following Computer applications (Windows, Ms-
Word, Ms-Excel, Ms-Access and Internet);
(iv) attended a Secretarial Management Course at the Kenya Institute of
Administration or at any Government Training Institution;
(v) excellent interpersonal communications skills; and
(vi) demonstrated professional competence in management of secretarial services.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Principal Executive Secretary will be deployed in the Office of the Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the Cabinet and Head of Public Service or any other office with similar responsibilities.
The duties and responsibilities will include:
drafting letters;
recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
typing from drafts and manuscripts,
data processing and operating office machines;
attending to visitors/clients;
handling telephone calls and appointments;
ensuring security of office;
playing an effective role in office protocol, media and security of office documents; and
guiding and supervising secretarial staff in lower grades.
The position of an Assistant Director of Secretarial Services will be restricted to the
Ministry of State for Public Service headquarters. An officer at this level will deputize
the Senior Assistant Director of Secretarial Services.
Duties and responsibilities will include assisting the Senior Assistant Director of
Secretarial Services in the management and overall coordination of the Secretarial
Services.
Specifically, the officer will be responsible for:
maintaining up-to-date records of secretarial personnel; and
managing deployment; and identifying training needs and facilitating training of secretarial personnel.
Senior Executive Secretary Thirty Six (36) Posts
V/No.332/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.40,835 - KSh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served satisfactorily in the grade of Executive Secretary Job Group ‘M’ or any
other relevant and comparable position in the Public Service for a minimum
period of three (3) years;
(ii) a Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies or a Bachelor of Business and Office
Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized university;
OR
The following qualifications from the Kenya National Examinations Council:
Shorthand III (minimum 120 w.p.m.)
Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m.)/Computerized Documents Processing III
Business English III/Communications II
Commerce II
Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III
Secretarial Duties II;
OR
A Diploma/Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iii) attended a Secretarial Management Course at the Kenya Institute of Administration or at any other Government Training Institute;
(iv) a Certificate in Computer Applications (Windows, Ms-Word, Ms-Excel, Ms-Access and Internet) from a recognized institution; and
(v) demonstrated professional competence in management of secretarial services.
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be deployed in the office of a Minister, Permanent Secretary/Accounting Officer or a Chief Executive.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
drafting letters;
recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines;
processing data;
operating office equipment;
attending to visitors/clients;
handling telephone calls and appointments;
ensuring security of office records, documents and equipment;
effective management of office protocol and media issues; and
guiding and supervising secretarial staff in lower grades and also handling issues related to the secretarial cadre in the Ministry/Department.
Executive Secretary Sixty Six Eight (66) Posts
V/No.333/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.35,275 - KSh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Personal Secretary Job Group ‘L’ or any other comparable position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) a Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies/Bachelor of Business and Office
Management from a recognized university;
OR
the following qualifications from the Kenya National Examinations Council:
Shorthand II (120 w.p.m.)
Typewriting III (50 w.p.m.)/Computerized Documents Processing III
Business English III/Communications II
Commerce II
Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III
Secretarial Duties II;
OR
a Diploma/Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
(iii) a Certificate in Computer Applications (Windows, Ms-Word, Ms/Excel, Ms-Access, and Internet) from a recognized institution; and
(iv) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level will be deployed to work for a Head of Department in a Ministry/Department.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines;
data processing;
operating office machines;
attending to visitors/clients;
handling telephone calls and appointments;
ensuring security of office records, equipment, documents and classified materials;
preparing responses to simple routine correspondence;
guiding and supervising secretarial staff in lower grades; and
handling issues relating to secretarial cadre in the Ministry/Department.
Vacancy in the Ministry of Co-Operative Development Chief Assistant Co-Operative Officer Thirty Eight (38) Posts (Department of Co-Operatives)
V/No.334/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.35,275 - KSh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Senior Assistant Co-operative Officer, Job Group ‘L’ for
at least three (3) years;
(ii) a Diploma/Higher Diploma in Co-operative Management or Part II of Certified
Public Secretary (CPS II) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA II) from a recognized Institution;
(iii) attended a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and
(iv) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Chief Assistant Co-operative Officer will normally be deployed within a province as
a subject matter specialist or to perform specialized services relating to co-operative
development projects and programmes.
He/she will assist the Provincial Cooperative Officer in providing field officers with technical advice and in supervision of officers working under him/her.
The officer will also be responsible for evaluating co-operative activities and trends for promoting the co-operative movement.
Vacancies in the Ministry of Lands Deputy Director of Surveys One (1) Post
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.335/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.94,235 - KSh.120,270 p.m.
(Job Group ‘R’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Senior Assistant Director of Surveys Job Group ‘Q’ or a
comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) a Bachelor of Science Degree in any of the following disciplines: Land Surveying and Photogrammetry, Geomatics Engineering, Geospatial and Space Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
OR
Bachelor of Science Degree in any of the following disciplines, i.e. Physics, Mathematics, Geography or cognate subjects with Postgraduate Diploma in Land Surveying or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
(iii) demonstrated a high standard of professional competence and administrative ability required for effective planning, direction, control and co-ordination of activities at this level; and
(iv) full membership of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (Land Surveyors chapter) and be registered as a licensed Land Surveyor by the Kenya Land Surveyors’ Board;.
(v) NB: relevant post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
(vi) a high degree of professional competence, administrative capacity and leadership qualities required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of surveying and mapping activities;
(vii) integrity, strong commitment to openness, honesty and inclusiveness, demonstrating tolerance, approachability, ability and capacity to inspire trust in
others;
(viii) high skills in policy analysis, interpretation and formulation;
(ix) personal responsibility: willingness to accept responsibility for own actions and
outcomes; and
(iv) a thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Director of Surveys will be responsible to the Director of Surveys for planning, direction, control and co-ordination of the Division and Provincial Offices.
Duties and responsibilities at this level include:
co-ordinating the surveying and mapping activities (geodetic, hydrographic, title, engineering, topographical, cartographic, photogrammetric and photolighographic) in the Divisions, Provinces and Districts;
co-ordinating the preparation of departmental inputs to the National Development Plan;
formulating training and research policies of the Department in consultation with the Director of Surveys;
advising on procurement and management of equipment, stores and materials;
general and technical administration of the Department, including finance and establishment, audit queries and boards of surveys; and
co-ordinating the preparation of the monthly, annual and other reports of the Department.
Principal Cartographic Assistant One (1) Post
(Department of Surveys)
V/No.336/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.40,835 - KSh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Chief Cartographic Assistant Job Group ‘M’ or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
(ii) a Higher National Diploma in Cartography or its equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution;
(iii) shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
OR
(iv) National Ordinary Diploma in Cartography or its equivalent qualifications from a
recognized Institution plus a minimum of five (5) years experience in the grade
of Chief Cartographic Assistant or comparable and relevant position; and
(v) shown competence and administrative ability to handle effectively technical matters including staff administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities at this level include:
planning, organizing, controlling and co-ordinating the activities of a large number of officers;
preparing mapping programmes and checking of jobs before printing;
preparing monthly and annual reports;
control and procurement of drawing offices stores and equipment; and
controlling map sales and issues.
Vacancies in the Ministry of Public Works Principal Superintendent (Mechanical) One (1) Post
(Department of Electrical and Mechanical Building Services)
V/No.337/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.40,835 - KSh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) have served in the grade of Chief Superintendent (Mechanical) Building Services Job Group ‘M’ for at least three (3) years;
(ii) have wide knowledge and experience in all matters relating to the design and
management of mechanical services installations, their operations, inspection, testing and maintenance; and
(iii) be conversant with Government regulations dealing with finance, personnel and
stores management, tendering etc.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Principal Superintendent (Mechanical) Building Services will be overall in charge of all the technical staff.
He/she will be responsible to the Chief Electrical and Mechanical Engineer in ensuring that the correct standards are maintained in mechanical design drawings and specifications for installations, commissioning, testing and maintenance of mechanical plants, equipments, machinery and accessories in public buildings, airports, hospitals, institutions, among others.
He/she will also be responsible for the planning, costing and financial control of all work
relating to design and maintenance of mechanical plants and accessories.
The Officer will also assist in tendering and awarding of contracts and processing of contract documentation for the installation of mechanical services in public buildings, hospitals etc. In addition, the officer will be responsible for the training and development of all technical staff under him/her.
Deputy Principal Fire Officer One (1) Post
(Department of Electrical and Mechanical Building Services)
V/No.338/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.40,835 - KSh.49,636 p.m.
(Job Group ‘N’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) served in the grade of Chief Fire Officer Job Group ‘M’ for a minimum period of
three (3) years;
(ii) possess wide technical knowledge and experience on all aspects of fire fighting, fire prevention and protection; and
(iii) shown initiative and ability to plan, direct and control fire fighting and fire
prevention activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Principal Fire Officer will be responsible to the Principal Fire Officer for
administrative, technical and operational control of all fire fighting, fire prevention
and protection services.
Specifically, duties will include:
maintenance of equipment and appliances;
equipment accounting;
divisional Training;
orders, instruction and inspections;
issuance of fire prevention and protection technical guides to building design units; and
co-ordination of all fire fighting, prevention and detection services.
Chief Superintendent (Electrical) Building Services Four (4) Posts
V/No.339/2009
Salary Scale: KSh.35,275 - KSh.42,877 p.m.
(Job Group ‘M’)
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) have served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Superintendent (Electrical) Job
Group ‘L’ for at least three (3 years;
(ii) be in possession of a Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the Kenya
National Examinations Council or other approved equivalent qualifications
OR
be in possession of a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the Kenya National Examinations Council or other approved equivalent qualifications;
(iii) have a wide knowledge and experience in all areas of electrical design and supply; installation, commissioning and testing, inspection and maintenance;
(vii) have the ability and knowledge to plan and direct electrical work; and
(viii) be in possession of Class ‘A’ Electrician Licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Superintending (Electrical) will be responsible to the Principal Superintendent (Electrical).
The duties at this level will include:
supervising and controlling all matters pertaining to the preparation of all design drawings, specifications and estimates;
maintaining electrical control related to diesel generating plants, low and medium voltage distribution services, domestic appliances such as lifts and boilers in public buildings, hospitals and other institutions;
assisting in preparation of budgetary and establishment proposals;
planning, design and specifications of PABX equipment in Government buildings;
collecting data and processing tenders; and
supervising all electrical staff under him/her.
Vacancy in State Law Office Senior Deputy Administrator-General II One (1) Post
(Department of Administration-General)
Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament for management and conservation of all types of forests.
The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented persons to fill the following vacancies:
Deputy Director, Human Resources and Administration 1 Post
KFS Grade 3
Ref KFS HRA/DD/01/09
Reporting to the Director, The Deputy Director, Human Resource and Administration will be the Head of Human Resources & Administration and will ensure efficiency of
the HR processes, a high performance work culture and effective administrative procedures.
Overall Responsibility
Planning, coordinating and Implementing the HR and Administration Procedures and policy manual
Preparation and implementation of the HR and Administration workplan
Managing the process of selection, recruitment, induction, placement and discipline of all staff in the Service
Administration of salary and benefits
Ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations
Overseeing employee welfare matters
Planning and directing employee development, coaching, performance appraisals and career development processes and programmes
Preparing budgets of the Human Resource and Administration division and ensuring control and compliance to the budget
Enforcing safety and security measures
Coordinating the implementation of administrative support services
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Human Resources Management
A minimum of 5 years in Human Resource Management at an equivalent level, 3 of which should be in a large organization with a national cover
Membership to a professional body
Evidence and thorough knowledge of labour laws
Proficiency in MS Office computer applications
Proven excellent communication and interpersonal relations
A team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skills
Deputy Director, Finance and Accounting 1 Post
KFS Grade 3
Ref KFS FIN/DD /01/09
Reporting to the Director, The Deputy Director, will be the Head of Finance and Accounting and will ensure prudent financial management and accounting
Overall Responsibility
Overseeing strict implementation of financial management and control systems while ensuring compliance with international financial rules and regulations;
Establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with statutory regulations
Continuously monitor and review management system and recommend changes as required
Designing and implementing internal control procedures and production of reports on all financial transactions
Participation in the preparation of the Board’s strategic plans and forecasts, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios
Coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goals
Developing, maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and capturing all pledges , billings and receipts
Coordination of annual audits in compliance with International Accounting Standards
Management of day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and generating end-year reports
Maintaining liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on financial matters to ensure the Service complies with statutory requirements
Guiding and supervising staff performance in the division to foster discipline, motivation and team spirit.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance, or equivalent
Holder of CPA (K)/ and member of ICPA
A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting at an equivalent level, 3 of which should be in a large organization with a national cover
Practical knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporations
Proficiency in computer skills and accounting packages
Budget development and oversight experience
Knowledge of Government contract management
Excellent communication and interpersonal relations
A team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skills
Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Accounting, the holder will be responsible for the management of financial strategy and financial operations of Kenya Forest Service.
Overall Responsibilities:
Coordinating the preparation and implementation KFS financial budget and establishing sound budgeting processes and systems
Design and implementing internal financial controls on management of financial transactions for integrity of accounts,
Managing the disbursement of funds to Forest Agencies and KFS operations.
Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements of Board accounts
Maintaining an up to date record of KFS assets and act as a source of information for decision making and control as well as custodial for the assets.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
Degree in Commerce, Accounting or Equivalent;
Holder of CPA (K), or equivalent;
Minimum 5 years managerial experience in accounting and finance 3 of which should be at management level;
Excellent communication skills and management of staff.
In-depth knowledge of different accounting systems;
Experience in Computerized environment;
Candidates working in large corporations and are holders of CPA (K) with 8 years experience or a Masters degree and CPA/ACCA part II will also be considered.
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the position holder will ensure achievement of KFS goals through a disciplined approach to evaluation of Risk management, Governance and internal Control processes.
Overall Responsibilities:
Reviewing internal controls and risks to provide a guide on areas to be prioritized for audit and preparing timely reports
Formulating and updating audit programs and checklist for areas to be audited.
Lead a team of other auditors in carrying out risk based audits to implement annual work plan in line with professional standards for internal audit.
Reviewing established systems, operations, procedures to ensure safeguard of assets and compliance with policies, plans, procedures, statutory requirements and regulations.
Reviewing financial records and ensuring that the transactions are in compliance with established practices, policies and values.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Commerce with a specialization in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
(CPA (K)/ACCA or equivalent)
CIA/CISA is an added advantage.
ICT proficiency
At least five (5) years of relevant work experience
Reporting to the Head of Conservancy, the incumbents will be deployed as Zonal Managers and will ensure effective management of zonal operations towards delivery of efficient and effective implementation of forest management policies plans and programmes.
Overall Responsibilities
Ensure effective management of forests within the zones
Coordinate and facilitate the efficient operations of functional roles in the zonal areas
Preparation and implementation of the Zonal workplans and budgets
Coordinating the implementation of HR and administrative support services in the Zones
Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities specific to the zone and ensure the establishment of strong linkages with stakeholders
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Forestry, Natural Resources Management or any other related field with at least 5 years experience at Senior Management level in a relevant field OR
A Diploma in Forestry, Natural Management or related field with at least 8 years experience at Senior Management level in a relevant field.
Experience in public or private organizations that have a nation wide cover is preferable.
Those with postgraduate qualifications will have an added advantage.
Evidence of Computer proficiency
Evidence of administration and management training.
Good administrative and coordination skills
Ability to manage and sustain high cost centre performance, compliance and performance standards
Good budgeting and financial management skills
Good people management skills
Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the incumbents will perform general HR functions.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the Human Resources staff with the implementation of services, policies, and programs through HR staff
Assisting with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties.
Carrying out responsibilities in departmental development, HRIS, employee relations, training and development, benefits, compensation, organization development, executive administration, and employment.
Providing support in recruiting and staffing logistics; performance management and improvement tracking systems; employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping; assisting with employee relations; organization-wide committee facilitation and participation; organization employee communication; compensation and benefits administration and recordkeeping; employee safety,welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and employee services; maintaining employee files and the HR filing system; and assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution with 2 years of relevant work experience. OR
An Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration or related field from a recognized institution with 5 years of relevant work experience.
Reporting to the Human Resource Manager the incumbent will assist in the day to day HR activities.
Overall Responsibilities:
Participating in formulation and review of Human Resource policies.
Updating records and ensuring integrity of data and information related to human resource programmes.
Provide advice related to interpretation of staff rules and organization policies.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Commerce (HR option) or Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution with 3 years of relevant experience.
A diploma holder with at least 5 years of relevant experience will be considered.
Evidence of Computer proficiency.
Thorough knowledge of Kenyan Labour laws.
Membership to a professional body is an added advantage.
Reporting to the HOCs, the Incumbents will be deployed to work in our offices based throughout the country.
This position is to support ENCOM head quarters in ensuring that all the forest protection operations are well coordinated at the conservancy level.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinating enforcement and compliance operations within the conservancy.
Ensuring that paramilitary policies, code of conduct and protocol is complied with and that high level of discipline is maintained
Mobilizing common resources for forest operations
Co-ordination of Forest Security activities with other law enforcement agencies in the conservancy.
To recommend the training and discipline of the Forest rangers in forest protection service.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in any field
5 years in paramilitary services, 3 of which must be at least at a Senior Inspectorate level.
Must have attended 2 staff courses at Defense Staff College Karen or its equivalent
A Graduate of National Defense College or its equivalent is an added advantage.
Evidence of Computer proficiency.
Strategic thinker and result oriented
Ability to delegate and empower
Knowledge and understanding of a balance of public and private natural resource management.
Head of Intelligence 1 Post
KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS ENCOM/HOINT/01/09
Reporting to the Commandant, ENCOM, the incumbent will carry out or where necessary facilitate intelligence services to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing the intelligence Procedures and policy
Design, plan and commission intelligence or information search activities through covert operations or any other appropriate means.
Advise the prosecution and investigation on the outcomes of intelligence service.
Document and provide feedback to the investigation and prosecution functions of ENCOM.
Support all the ENCOM field units in matters of prosecution and investigation.
Supervise, guide, train, appraise, and manage performance Intelligence section.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
Degree in sociology with specific focus on Intelligence with 5 yrs experience in paramilitary service, 3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalent
Must have attended 2 staff courses at Defense Staff College Karen or its equivalent
Graduate of National Defense College or its equivalent is an added advantage.
Computer proficiency.
Able to adapt quickly and flexible to new demands and priorities
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Head of Investigation 1 Post
KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS ENCOM/HOINV/01/09
Reporting to the Commandant, ENCOM, the position holder will carry out or where necessary facilitate investigation services as to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing the investigation Procedures and policy
Coordinate investigation and prosecution of culprits of forest resources abuse
Consolidate evidence and investigation reports from intelligence services
Develop and maintain investigation reports
Build the capacity of staff to carry out prosecution and investigation.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
Degree in Social Sciences with specific focus on Criminal Law or criminology with 5 yrs experience in paramilitary service handling prosecution and litigation 3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalent
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Proven computer proficiency.
Head, Biomass Energy Development 1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS ES/BIOM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will oversee the development and utilization of biomass energy.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing development of Biomass energy and biomass rules and regulations
Establish and strengthen Networks on wood fuel production and marketing including mobilizing resources for its development
Identification and promotion of sound technologies on biomass energy production and utilization.
Promotion of potential biofuel tree species including Jatropha.
Developing standards for grading and certification of charcoal.
Promotion of sustainable management natural forest resources for woodfuel production.
Training on sustainable Biomass energy production and utilization.
Mobilize communities into charcoal production associations.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters degree in Forestry or Natural Resources Management
5 yrs relevant work experience, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Proven computer proficiency
Chief Officer Awareness and Outreach Programme 1 Post
KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS ES/OUT/01/09
Reporting to Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will coordinate forest outreach and tree planting activities
Overall Responsibilities:
Coordination of Forest Extension outreach activities (shows, public week etc)
Production, packaging and dissemination of information and forestry extension materials
Networking and intersectoral collaboration with partners on research and other extension activities
Monitoring & Evaluation of extension activities
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Agriculture with 5 yrs progressive working experience in extension activities, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Proven computer proficiency
Chief Officer Bio-Fuel Production 1 Post
KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS ES/BIOF/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services the position holder will ensure promotion of woodfuel development & identify markets and marketing channels for woodfuels.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing development of biofuel and biofuel rules and regulations
Promotion of potential biofuels and high energy yielding tree species such as jatropha
Promotion of Commercial charcoal production and establishment of networks for charcoal and firewood production and marketing.
Promotion of efficient charcoal production and utilization technologies.
Identification of markets and marketing channels for the woodfuels
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Natural resources Management
Minimum of 5 yrs progressive work experience, 3 of which should be in a relevant senior management level
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Computer proficiency
Head: Extension Management Department 1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS ES/EXTM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will be responsible for forest extension activities.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing forest extension strategies
Developing modules and guidelines for extension management and training
Coordination of capacity building in forestry extension
Main streaming of social safeguard mechanisms in forestry activities
Production, packaging and dissemination of information and forestry extension materials
Networking and intersectoral collaboration with partners on research and other extension activities
Resource mobilization for extension activities
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters degree in Forestry, Agriculture or Natural Resources
Holders of postgraduate qualifications in Extension Management will have an advantage
Minimum of 5 yrs progressive work experience, 3 of which must have been on an extension project/programme
Good people management skills
Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Proven computer proficiency
Head: Business Development and Marketing 1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS PE/BDM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Corporate Service, the position holder will coordinate the development of policies and strategies for marketing and business development in the Service, management of marketing and Business Development functions.
The job holder will also be required to harmonize the operations of all the business units in KFS
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing strategies and policies for business development and marketing
Ensure development of new tourism products and determining the appropriate pricing and marketing strategies that can optimize benefits
Developing and overseeing the new market/ business opportunities and developing new revenue streams for KFS
Develop and ensure implementation of effective customer service mechanisms that ensure responsiveness to customer expectations
Ensure implementation of appropriate systems to develop and manage KFS business facilities that meet customer expectations
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters degree with a specialization in marketing, strategic management or related disciplines from a recognized university.
5 years of progressive work experience, 3 of which should be in marketing division at a senior management position in a large public or private organization
Good people management skills
Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing Business and Marketing Strategies
Reporting to Deputy Director Corporate Services, the holder of the position will ensure
development of effective management policies and co-ordinate all management service functions to obtain efficiency and economy of operations
Overall Responsibilities:
Overseeing the development and maintenance of infrastructure, office buildings, staff housing
Developing and co-ordinating implementation of management policies to ensure cost effective utilization of available resources
Formulate, develop and review corporate service policies and strategies in line with the changing environment.
Developing and implementing effective management strategies to secure KFS land and other assets.
Undertake the review of the strategic plan and Kenya Forestry Master Plan in light of prevailing circumstances.
Formulate and implement effective risk management plans and strategies.
Consolidate work plans, budgets and timely reports
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Commerce, Economics, Forestry economics, Natural Resource Planning, Business Administration, planning or a related discipline from a recognized university
Holders of a Masters degree in Business Management will have an advantage
5 years of progressive wok experience in a related field, 3 of which should be at a senior level
Good people management skills
Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Plantations and Enterprises, the office holder will ensure maintenance of correct standards of civil works in the Service.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, costing and financial control of all work relating to design and maintenance of Civil/Electrical/Mechanical plants and accessories.
Ensuring that correct standards are maintained in Civil/Electrical/ Mechanical design drawings and specifications for installation, inspection, commissioning and testing
Ensuring maintenance of all Electrical/Mechanical plants, equipment, machinery and accessories;
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
For appointment to this grade, an officer must;
A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with 5 years of experience 3 of which should be at Senior Superintendent level or equivalent OR
A Higher National Diploma in Civil engineering with 8 years of work experience, 5 of which should be at Senior Superintendent level or equivalent
Be registered with a relevant professional body
Have wider experience in all areas of civil, electrical or mechanical installations and maintenance; and
Shown merit and ability in work performance.
Head Forest Economics, Planning and Investment Promotion 1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS CS/HECON /01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Plantations and Enterprises, the office holder will ensure effective and timely forecasting of demand and supply of forest products.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and Implementing strategies and policies for effective investment promotion
Overseeing generation of up to date reports and analysis of economic data necessary for forecasting demand and supply of forest products and services in short and long term, including revenue forecasting
Conducting valuation and pricing of wood and non wood forest products and services
Analysis of economic impacts of forest policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters degree with a specialization in Forestry Economics, or Natural Resource Management
5 yrs of progressive work experience 3 of which should be at a senior management level responsible for policy analysis or practice in a large public or private organization.
Knowledge of current economic trends and practices in sustainable forest management and policies
Proven administrative and coordination skills.
Proven computer proficiency
Head Forest Planning and Information System 1 Post
KFS Grade 4
Ref KFS SDD/HFPI /01/09
Reporting to the Senior Deputy Director of Forests, the position holder will ensure a cost effective and accurate forest information system
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, coordinating and implementing forest management plan and ecosystem strategies and policies
Development, maintenance and implementation of KFS forest information systems
Spearheading community participation and involvement in all forest planning issues.
Supporting all forest planning activities at National, Conservancy, Zonal and forest station levels
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Masters degree with a specialization in Strategic Management, Management Information Systems, Project Management or any other related field
A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Natural Resources Management
5 yrs of progressive work experience 3 of which should be at a senior management level responsible for planning using management information sytems in a large public or private organization.
Knowledge of current economic trends and practices in sustainable forest management and policies
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Forest Conservation and Management, the position holder will facilitate the development and promotion of ecotourism within the Forest Reserves.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing eco-tourism strategies while providing policy advice for management of ecotourism programmes
Assess eco-tourism site potentials within the forest reserves and developing prospectus to guide investment in eco-tourism development by private sectors.
Developing work-plans and budgets for ecotourism programmes within forest reserves.
Undertaking market research and advising on investment in the ecotourism sector.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Environmental Sciences, Forestry or Wildlife Management or on any other relevant fields
A Post Graduate Qualification at Diploma or Masters Level in a relevant field will be an added advantage
5 years of relevant working experience, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
He/She should be familiar with concept of ecotourism and sustainable community based tourism.
Good organizational and leadership skills.
Proven computer proficiency
Chief Officer Survey and Mapping 1 Post
KFS Grade 5
Ref KFS FCM/SURMAP/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Forest Conservation and Management, the position holder will work to establish forest boundaries and maintain spatial data records on all forests in Kenya.
Overall Responsibilities:
Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing survey and mapping programmes and policies
Coordinating surveys, boundary demarcations and mapping of forest reserves and ensuring that all boundary records for the Forest Reserves are held in safe custody
Provision of expert witness on litigation matters concerning boundary disputes.
Overseeing compilation of documents leading to the drawing up of boundary plans, titles, leases and subleases issued to Kenya Forest Service.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Land Survey
Be registered with a relevant professional body
5 years progressive work experience in a senior level of which should be in an appropriate environment and institution
He/she should be able to use chains, transits, theodolites and plum lines to carry out survey work
He/she must be able to use modern survey equipments that include GPS, Laptops, and Robotic Total Stations and be conversant with GIS Software and applications.
Systems Administrator 1 Post
KFS Grade 7
Ref KFS IT/SADM/01/09
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will ensure provision of end user support on all information systems and related databases.
Overall Responsibilities:
Ensuring proper administration of operating systems and applications and Providing technical support to system users
Maintaining appropriate profiles, privileges and system backups and restoration scripts.
Manage all external and internal information security
Review systems performance and implementing strategic improvements
Ensure the integrity, reliability and security of data and processes
Ensure proper implementation of IT change management control processes
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Microsoft certified system developer or Certified Information system auditor
3 years relevant work experience in a commercial entity or public organization
Webmaster 1 Post
KFS Grade 7
Ref KFS IT/WEB/01/09
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will ensure effective web-site development, interaction and maintenance
Overall responsibilities:
Overseeing development, enhancement, maintenance and implementation of internet technology projects and KFS website
Manage third-party services for internet
Manage quality and content of KFS intranet
Ensuring web security, backup and continuity
Supervise, appraise and ensure appropriate training of personnel
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will provide first-line ICT support for Kenya Forest Service staff and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure.
Overall responsibilities:
Installing and maintaining of computers, computer hardware and network systems
Troubleshooting and diagnosing of computers and network infrastructure
Providing technical support in line with service levels
Obtain and install the necessary hardware and software upgrades for the ICT network to ensure that the network is capable of meeting the needs of the organisation.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
A Diploma in Computer Engineering/Science or equivalent with 2 years progressive work experience in a large and busy organization OR A certificate holder in a relevant field with 4 years of work experience
Certification in Hardware Maintenance, network management or CISCO is essential.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before Wednesday 23rd September, 2009.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Human Resource Manager,
Kenya Forest Service,
P.O. Box 30513-00100 Nairobi.
