Ongoing Recruitment at Makueni County Public Service Board

Makueni County Public Service Board is established under Section 57 of the County Governments Act 2012. The Board was inaugurated on the 5th of August, 2013 as a body corporate with perpetual succession and seal capable of suing and being sued in its corporate name. It is composed of a Chairman, five Board Members and a Secretary all appointed by the Governo...

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• Open Jobs
  1. Assistant Inspector of Mines
  2. Office Administrative Assistant III
  3. Public Communications Officer I
  4. Renewable Energy Engineer
  5. Assistant Office Administration III
  6. Architectural Assistant III
  7. Driver III (3 Posts)
  8. Accountant II
  9. Accountant I - (3 Posts)
  10. Internal Auditor I (4 Posts)
• Method of Application

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldEngineering / Technical&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assigned work involving inspection of mines, quarries, explore, prospecting and mining concessions.
• Undertake simple mining engineering projects such as mine and rehabilitation;
• Study and familiarize with licencing procedures,

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: —

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• Have a bachelor’s degree in any of the following mining/mineral processing engineers or civil engineering from a recognized university.

Additional requirements

• Ability to handle technical issues effectively;
• Ability to write, edit and compile comprehensive;
• Skills to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues;
• Quality of being honest and non-corrupt;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail;-

• Taking oral dictation;
• Work and data processing from manuscripts;
• Operating office equipment;
• Ensuring security of office equipment, document and records’ attending to visitors/clients; handling telephone calls and appointments; and
• Undertaking any other office administrative service duties that may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have; -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grace C- (minus) with at least C (plain) in English or Kiswahili language or its equivalent qualification from a recognized. Institution.
• Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) from Kenya National Examination Council in the following subjects;
  • Typewriting II (minimum 40 W.P.M)/Computerized Document Processing II
  • Business English I /Communication I,
  • Office Practice I,
  • Commerce I

     

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Gathering information on programmes and significant events,
• Editing stories on topical issues in a specific sectoral area,
• Liaising with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual concern,
• Scheduling interviews with Government officials, and managing assigned projects and programmes under the guidance of the head of the section,

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, International Relations, Social Sciences, or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• At least three (3) years’ experience in Public Communication in the public or private sector;
• Possess good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili; and
• Be proficient in Information Communication Technology including use of internet and intranet services.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldEngineering / Technical&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake design for Solar PV systems.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of renewable energy systems
• Identifying and assessing renewable energy sources and energy conservation measures in the County and quantifying them for feasibility.
• Enforcing site supervision standards for renewable energy projects i.e. solar, wind and biomass.
• Formulation and implementation of policies and institutional framework for renewable energy and energy conservation projects.
• Overseeing promotion of community education and awareness programmes on all matters relating to renewable energy and energy conservation.
• Preparation and coordination of departmental strategic and action plans, quarterly and annual reports.
• Checking quarterly progress reports submitted from Sub-Counties and recommending appropriate action.
• Planning, coordinating, organizing and controlling activities in renewable energy section.
• Carrying out monitoring and evaluation of renewable energy and energy conservation projects.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering from a recognized institution;
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a relevant in renewable energy industry
• Possess knowledge of renewable energy sources and energy conservation policies at both levels of Government;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications;
• Being a member of a professional association/body will be an added advantage.

   

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma , KCSE
• Experience
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail; -

• Taking oral dictation;
• Word and data processing;
• Managing e-office;
• Ensuring security of office records, documents and equipment;
• Maintaining an up-to-date filling system in the office;
• Operating office equipment;
• Maintaining an up-to-date filing system in the office;
• Operating office equipment;
• Managing office protocol;
• Managing office pretty cash;
• Handling telephone calls and appointments;
• Supervising office cleanliness and undertaking any other office administrative duties that may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have; -

• Kenya certificate of secondary education, mean grade C- English or Kiswahili language or its equivalent qualification
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Ex (minus) with at least C (plain in from a re cognized institution; aminations Council (KNEC),
• Or
• Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) from the Kenya National Examination Council following subjects; -
  • Typewriting III (50 W.P.M)/Computerized Document Processing III;
  • Shorthand II (80 W.P.M)
  • Business English II/Communication ip
  • Office Practice II;
  • Secretarial Duties II;
  • Commerce II;
  • Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationDiploma
• Experience
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldBuilding and Construction&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Work involves;

• Interpretation of the Architects’ sketches and
• Preparation of finished drawings;
• Reading and interpreting Engineering drawings in relation to the architects’ sketch and incorporating these details in the finished drawings.

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma or Technician certificate part III in any of the following fields: Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationKCSE
• Experience2 years
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldDriving&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc.;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road,
• Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent qualification from arecognized Institution,
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(s) ofvehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John
• Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
• Passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade II;
• Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respectiveDepartment
• A valid certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police; and
• At least two (2) years driving experience.

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry and routine accounting work such as balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers etc;
• Responsible for safe custody of records and assets under him /her; and
• Any other duty assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bea Kenyan citizen;
• A pass in part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or it's recognized equivalent qualifications

OR

• bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification; and
• Certificate in computer applications;

Personal Qualities

In addition to the above requirements, the interested applicant must have the following qualities: -

• Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce
• Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take instructions
• Good organisational and supervisory skills

Core Skills

• Team playing skills
• Accuracy
• Care for resources
• Manual dexterity
• Execution of instructions
• Interpersonal skills 
• Analytical skills

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• data capture, maintenance of primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers and preparation of simple management reports e.g. imprest and receiving duly processed payments and receipt vouchers;
• writing cheques and posting payments and receipt vouchers in the cash books;
• balancing and ruling of the cash books on daily basis;
• arranging for withdrawal of cash for office use and ensuring safety of the same at all times;
• extracting and providing cash liquidity analysis;
• ensuring security of cheques and cheque books;
• preparation of expenditure and Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE) funding returns on quarterly basis;
• paying personal and merchant claims guided by cash balances in the cash books and treasury regulations; and
• receipting of all money due and payable to government.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination

OR

• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (K) Examination or its approved equivalent qualification;
• Certificate in computer applications; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• knowledge in the professional field of specialisation
• communication skills

   

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• LocationMakueni
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Duties and Responsibilities

• Executing audit programmes;
• Collecting audit evidence on major issues;
• Reviewing internal control systems in operation;
• Verifying the existence and safety of Government assets;
• Preparation of draft reports and holding discussions with the clients;
• Reviewing budgetary controls on the issuance of authority to incur expenditure and commitments; and
• Ensuring completeness and accuracy of records and reports.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bea Kenyan citizen;
• Have passed CPA Part III or CIA Part IV or be in possession of a Bachelor of Commerce
• Degree (Accounting/Finance option) from a recognized institution with CPA Part II or CIA Part III;
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience; 

   

Method of Application

Written applications enclosing current Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, birth certificate and ID card clearly indicating the position applied for on the ENVELOPE should be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to:

The Secretary/CEO

Makueni County Public Service Board

P.O. Box 49 - 90300

MAKUENI

OR

Delivered by hand at the reception desk at Makueni County Public Service Board Offices located at ACK Building, along Wote - Mwaani Girls High School Road, to be received on or before close of business on Thursday 8th May, 2025.

NOTE:

The Job Application Form (revised 2022) can be downloaded from the County Public Service Board website; www.makuenipsb.go.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful;

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce originals of their National Identity card, birth certificate, academic and professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials at the interview;

Academic Qualifications of external origin MUST be accompanied with a recognition and equation certificate from the relevant body in Kenya;

Canvassing for appointment to any of the position will lead to automatic disqualification.

Please note that it is a criminal offence to present fake certificates;

The Makueni County Government is an equal opportunity employer; Youth, Women, Persons with Disabilities and other disadvantaged persons are encouraged to apply.

Affirmative action as stipulated in the constitution shall be applied;

The successful candidates will be required to present the relevant documents in compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya;

The Board does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Payment of any form of fee will lead to automatic disqualification.