Member Independent Negotiation and Evaluation Committee at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Job Description

The Commission dates back to when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, ; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC’s but abolished in following constitutional amendments; It is the oldest Constitutional Commission and its mandate has expanded over the years. The Commission then constituted of a chairman, a deputy chairman and fifteen members all appointed by the President. The Commission, since then, has handled matters of human resource management in the public service especially the civil service and local authorities. Constitution of Kenya, promulgated on 27th August reconstituted the Commission with a redefined and expanded mandate and a lean membership.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

A person shall be qualified to be appointed as a member of the Committee if that person: Possesses a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a university recognised in Kenya; Has at least 15 years’ professional experience in a relevant field; Has served in a top management position relevant field for at least 5 years; Has knowledge of national development goals; Has experience in performance management; and Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Committee shall be responsible for—

Negotiating performance contracts with public bodies; Ensuring that the performance targets of public bodies and indicators are aligned to the strategic plan; Ensuring that performance targets of public bodies are aligned to the performance indicators provided in the strategic plan; Densuring that the public bodies’ indicators are aligned to results that are citizen-focussed; Undertaking mid-year performance reviews of public bodies; and Evaluating the performance of public bodies. Monitoring news coverage and tracking public perceptions of Government policies and initiatives; Collaborating with other Government agencies and departments to coordinate messaging and ensure consistent communication; and Advising Government officials and decision-makers on public relations and media strategies.

Remuneration

(As advised by the SRC)

Terms of Service

Part-Time on Contractual Basis