National Education Board Vacancies Kenya

Republic of Kenya
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology
The Selection Panel for Appointment of Chairperson and Members of the National Education Board 

Announcement of Vacancies
  1. Position: Chairperson 2. Position: Member (8 Positions)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following positions in the National Education Board.

A. Requirements for Appointment
  1. Chairperson of the Board
 
A person shall be qualified for appointment as the Chairperson of the Board if such person:-
(a) holds a degree in education from a university recognized in Kenya;
(b) has knowledge and at least fifteen years experience in matters relating to education;
(c) has had a distinguished career in their respective fields; and
(d) meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

2. Member of the Board
 
A Person shall be qualified for appointment as a member of the Board if such person –
(a) holds a degree from a recognized university;
(b) has knowledge and at least ten years experience in matters relating to any of the following fields:
(i) education;
(ii) management;
(iii) finance;
(iv) governance;
(v) human rights;
(vi) public administration;
(vii) law;
(viii) economics; and
(ix) meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
(c) has had a distinguished career in their respective fields; and
(d) meets the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
3. A person shall not be qualified for appointment as the Chairperson or a member of the Board if such Person: -
(a) is a member of Parliament or a county assembly,
(b) is a member of a local authority;
(c) is an undischarged bankrupt; or
(d) has been removed from office for contravening the provisions of the Constitution or any other written law.

B. Duration of Appointment Chairperson
 
The Chairperson shall serve for a term of Four Years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term of four years.
Member: A member shall serve for a term of three years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for one further term of three years.

C. Terms of Service
 
(i) Part Time
(ii) The Chairperson and Members of the Board shall be paid such remuneration, fees, allowances and disbursements as may be approved by the Cabinet Secretary in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

D. Applicants should attach copies of clearance certificates from:
 
The Kenya Revenue Authority
The Ethics and anti-Corruption Commission
Criminal Investigations Department
Any of the Credit Reference Bureaus in the Country
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
A record of Achievement in previous pursuits
E. Applications, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and Copies of academic and professional Certificates, Record of achievement, National identification Card or Passport, together with relevant testimonials and certificates should be addressed to:

The Chairperson
Selection Panel for the Appointment of Chairperson and Members of the National Education Board
Appointment of Chairperson and Members of the National Education Board
Jogoo House B
P. O. Box 30040 – 00100
Nairobi

Or delivered to room 139, 1st Floor, Jogoo House B between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on working days
Or scanned and signed applications e-mailed to: NEBselectionpanel@education.go.ke

The envelopes should be clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR CHAIRPERSON OR MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL EDUCATION BOARD”

Closing Date: 22nd July, 2013

Janet Muthoni Ouko
Chairperson

Selection Panel for the Appointment of Chairperson and Members, National Education Board

Kakamega Sub-County Administrators Jobs

Republic of Kenya
County Government of Kakamega
Office of the Governor

Vacancies

 

Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Position: Sub-County Administrators (12 Posts) 

  Job Group ‘Q’

Duties and responsibilities

 
The sub-county administrator shall be responsible for the coordination, management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the sub-county unit, and will be answerable to the Chief Officer, Public Service and Administration.

Duties will include:

 
The development of policies and plans;
Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
The provision and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of public services;
Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 of The County Government Act, 2012;
Facilitation and coordination of citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services
Coordinating the management and supervision of general administrative functions
Ensuring 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 functions that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

 
Be a Kenyan citizen,
Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya,
Have working experience of not less than 10 years,
Have qualifications and experience in administration or management,
Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Be computer literate.

Remuneration
Salary: Kshs.89,748 – Kshs.120,270 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m.
Other allowances: Kshs. 14,000 p.m.

Terms of Service: Permanent.

Note: For candidates to meet requirements of chapter six, all applicants are required to get clearance from the following:

Kenya Revenue Authority

Higher Education Loans Board

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

Criminal Investigation Department

Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.

How to apply

 
All applications should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity card or Passport, and any other supporting documents.

The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.

Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their constituency of origin.

Applications should be submitted to:

 
Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 36-50100
Kakamega

Hand delivered applications can be submitted to the County Headquarters at the Customer Care Desk.

All applications should reach this office on or before 23rd July 2013.

County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunities employer, all are encouraged to apply

Kakamega County Chief Officers Jobs (13 posts)

The Republic of Kenya
County Government of Kakamega
Office of the Governor

Vacancies

Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Position: County Chief Officers (13 Posts)
  Job Group ‘S’
The 13 posts are in the following Ministries:
County Treasury and Economic Planning (2)
i) Finance
ii) Planning
Education, Science and Technology, and ICT. Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Co-operatives (3) Agriculture and Co-operatives Fisheries Development Livestock Development Health Services Lands, Housing, Urban Areas and Physical Planning. Public Service and Administration Transport & Infrastructure Labour, Social Services, Culture, Youth and Sports. Environment, Natural Resources, Energy, Water and Forestry. Industrialization, Trade and Tourism.
  Duties and responsibilities
The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in a specific ministry and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member.

Duties will include:
The administration of a county ministry.
Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
Development and Implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
Implementation of Policies and regulations.
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:
Be a Kenya citizen.
Have a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position,
Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030,
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Be computer literate.

Remuneration
Salary: Kshs.120, 270- Kshs.180,660 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs.56, 000 p.m.
Other Allowances: Kshs20, 000 p.m

Terms of service: Contract.

How to apply
 
All applications should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity card or Passport, and any other supporting documents.

The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their constituency of origin.

Applications should be submitted to:
 
Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 36-50100
Kakamega

Hand delivered applications can be submitted to the County Headquarters at the Customer Care Desk.

All applications should reach this office on or before 23rd July 2013.

County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunities employer, all are encouraged to apply