Deputy County Commissioner II/Under Secretary – 177 Posts at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Public Service Commission Of Kenya

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC's but abolished in 1964 following constitutional amendments; It is the oldest Constitutional Commission and its mandate has expanded over the years.Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn Field Administration:
  • Coordinating National Government functions, including promoting cohesion, integration, and patriotism to enhance peace and national unity.
  • Handling complex administrative, socio-economic, and political issues.
  • Managing and coordinating Government functions and activities.
  • Coordinating activities and mobilization of resources for development.
  • Coordinating disaster management and emergency response activities.
  • Coordinating management of security.
  • Coordinating implementation of decisions of the security and intelligence committees.
  • Handling public complaints and interpreting and disseminating Government policies.
  • Facilitating citizen participation in the development and implementation of Government policies, programs, and projects.
  • Coordinating and ensuring enforcement of lawful administrative actions/decisions.
  • Coordinating national and state functions, managing and maintaining administrative boundaries, security roads, airstrips, and vital installations.
  • Responding to matters of Parliamentary business.
  • Coordinating campaigns against drugs, alcohol, and substance abuse.
  • Providing agency services for other Government institutions.
  • Conducting civil marriages.
  • Promoting peace building and conflict resolution.
In the Ministry Headquarters/Department:
  • Handling diversified and complex administrative duties, including heading special units.
  • Ensuring smooth flow of work.
  • Coordinating and monitoring the implementation of decisions of various committees.
  • Drafting concept papers on policy issues and managing ministerial resources and assets.
  • Promoting integrity and ethical conduct within the Ministry.
  • Preparing speeches and briefs.
  • Developing departmental reports and annual work plans.
  • Monitoring the implementation of programs and projects.
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –
  • Served for a minimum period of (3) years in the grade of Senior Assistant County Commissioner/Senior Assistant Secretary CSG '8' or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service;
  • A Bachelors Degree in any social science or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
  • A Certificate in Administrative Officer's Induction course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
  • Passed Administrative Officers Examinations;
  • A Certificate in Administrative Officer's Paramilitary course lasting not less than three (3) months in a recognized institution;
  • A Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) OR Advanced Public Administration (APA); and
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
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