- DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, ICT& PUBLIC SERVICE
- DISASTER MANAGEMENT SECTION
- Deputy Director / Disaster Management – J/G CPSB 04 (1 Post)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management, Social Science or related field from a recognized institution
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
- Have minimum of 6 years relevant experience
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills with outstanding verbal and written communication
- Has the ability to work within a multi-cultural setting and management skills
- Demonstrated professional, technical and administrative competence.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director Administration, he/she will be responsible for:
- Contribution towards effective coordination of disaster risk management programmes, emergencies, policies, strategies;
- Development and review of Disaster Response Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for effective response;
- Supervision of staff and overseeing the smooth running of the department
- Management of department’s budget and maintain statistical and financial records
- Collaboration and Networking with like-minded partners to build a culture of risk reduction and effective emergency response plans;
- Acting as a focal point in best practices for replication and uptake by strategic partners and stakeholders;
- Establishing a unique County Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) for effective management and coordination of humanitarian emergencies;
- Ensuring total compliance to the Workplace safety standards (OSHA)
- Raising awareness to the public on disaster management and preparedness
Terms of Service: Contract
- Fireman/Woman Driver – J/G CPSB 13 ( 1 Post)
Requirements
- KCSE Mean grade D plain
- A valid driving license free from any current endorsements
- Suitability tests conducted by the Ministry of Roads and Public Works.
- Occupational trade test conducted by the Ministry of Roads and Public Works.
- A valid certificate of good conduct
- Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association of Kenya (AA)
- A first aid certificate course lasting not less than a week from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology, St. John Ambulance or any other recognized institution.
- A certificate course in firefighting/ fire rescue from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
- Possession of emergency vehicle operator compliance certificate.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ working experience
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Deputy Director / Disaster Management, he/she will be responsible for:-
- Driving assigned fire engines
- Carrying out routine checks and maintenance of the vehicle
- Maintenance of work tickets
- Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems
- Carrying out first aid, cleanliness and overall vehicle maintenance and management
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
- Firefighter & Marshall – J/G CPSB 15 ( 2 Posts)
Requirements
- KCSE Grade D (Plain) or its equivalent
- Physically and medically fit
- Have no criminal record or pending criminal charges.
- A certificate course in firefighting/ fire rescue from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
- Have minimum of two (2) years relevant experience
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Deputy Director/Disaster Management, he/she will be responsible for:-
- Performing specialized functions in preparing and responding to fire/emergency calls.
- Responding to emergency calls; laying and connecting hose; holding nozzles and directing water streams; raising and climbing ladders; using extinguishers and other equipment.
- Assisting in rescue operations during emergencies.
- Operating appliances and communication equipment.
- Maintenance of equipment in good repair in accordance with county policies and procedure
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
- Diver – J/G CPSB 15 ( 6 Posts)
Requirements
- Physically and medically fit
- Have no criminal record or pending criminal charges.
- Trained and certified rescue diver
- A certificate course and/or skill in disaster management is an added advantage
- Have minimum of two (2) years relevant experience
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Deputy Director Disaster Management, he/she will be responsible for:-
- Assisting in rescue operations in cases of drowning
- Sensitization and public awareness in disaster prone areas
- Supporting other emergency cases within the unit.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
- B) DIRECTORATE OF ICT
- Principal ICT Officer – J/G CPSB 06 (1 Post)
Requirements
- A Bachelors degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science/Information Communication Technology, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or other ICT related disciplines with a bias in Computer Science/IT from a recognized institution.
- Membership of appropriate professional association
- Have minimum of five (5) years relevant experience
- Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Initiative and ability to build and work with teams
- Satisfy the requirements of chapter 6 of Constitution of Kenya, 2010
Responsibilities
Reporting to Assistant Director ICT, he/she will be responsible for:-
- Systems development, implementation and allocation
- Coordinating systems development, implementation and maintenance
- Carrying out feasibility studies
- Preparing progress reports of the systems development
- Evaluating systems and ensuring adherence to established ICT Standards
- Training and preparing staff performance reports
- Planning, monitoring and evaluating program/activities within an Information Communication Technology division/Unit
- Ensuring adherence to Information Communication Technology standards
- Liaising with user departments to ensure effective maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment
- Reviewing and evaluating hardware maintenance feasibility studies and detailed specifications before implementation
- Implement policies and procedures to govern activities in the department
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
- ICT Officer II – J/G CPSB 10 (10 POSTS)
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science/Information Communication Technology, Electrical/Telecommunication/Electronics Engineering, or other ICT related disciplines with a bias in Computer Science/IT from a recognized institution.
- Have minimum of three (3) years relevant experience
- Demonstrated very good and practical knowledge in Computer Networking, computer troubleshooting, programming and web development skills
- Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Satisfy the requirements of chapter 6 of Constitution of Kenya, 2010
Responsibilities
Reporting to Principal ICT Officer, he/she will be responsible for:-
- Installation and maintenance of computer systems
- Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network
- Developing and updating application systems
- Carrying out systems analysis, design and program specifications in liaison with users
- Carrying out repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals
- Drawing up hardware specifications for ICT equipment
- Verification, validation and certification of ICT equipment
- Support to departments or agencies
- Maintains web environment by identifying system requirements, installing upgrades and monitoring web performance.
Note: Applicants should indicate their areas of specialization among: Web Development/Scripting, Network Design and Management, Network Security, Systems Development/Programming and Database Management, Technical, etc
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable