DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC SERVICE, ADMINISTRATION AND DEVOLUTION

1. Ward Administrator — Nginda Ward —JOB GROUP 'N' VACANCY NO. CPSB 05/21 ONE (1) POST

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities
An officer at this level may be deployed at the Headquarters or in the Field office. Duties and responsibilities at the Headquarters will entail: -
(i) Initiating and implementing administrative policies, strategies, procedures and programs;
(ii) Managing and supervising the general administrative functions;
(iii) Facilitating maintenance of infrastructure and facilities
(iv) Overseeing transport management;
(v) Planning and coordinating office accommodation;
(vi) Overseeing development and updating of office equipment and furniture inventory; and
(vii) Managing premises assets and insurance policies.

Duties and responsibilities in the field will entail: -
(i) Overseeing effective service delivery in the area of jurisdiction;
(ii) Developing programs and projects to empower the community;
(iii) Coordinating and facilitating citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of services;
(iv) Facilitating inter-governmental relations and conflict resolution;
(v) Overseeing safe custody of county government assets in the area of jurisdiction;
(vi) Coordinating and liaising with other directorates and departments in the area of jurisdiction;
(vii) Ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and regulatory requirements;
(viii) Ensuring compliance with national values and principles of good governance;
(ix) Coordinating citizen participation in governance in the area of jurisdiction;
(x) Enhancing administrative capacity for effective functions and governance at the local level;
(xi) Identifying development projects;
(xii) Disseminating information to the public; and
(xiii) Providing linkage between the office and the community.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
(i) Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: - Public Administration; Business Administration/ Management, Community Development or any other Social Science; plus, a Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
OR
Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Public Administration; Business Administration/ Management, Community Development or any other Social Science; plus, a Supervisory Management Course or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
(iii)Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
(iv)Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution. Must have clearance from the following: -
•    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
•    Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
•    Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
•    Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
•    Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

How to apply.
All applicants are requested to download an application form and a detailed document containing requirements relevant to the positions advertised from Embu County website: -www.embu.go.ke
Candidates MUST attach photocopies of the following documents:
i.    National Identity Card
ii.    Academic, Professional Certificates and testimonials
iii.    Any other relevant supporting documents.

All applications should be sent to the undersigned on or before 2nd March, 2021.
THE CEO/SECRETARY
EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O BOX 2871- 60100,
EMBU

NB:
1. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
2. The reference number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the Application
3. Embu County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer hence does NOT charge any fee for recruitment.
4. Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall lead to automatic disqualification.