Drivers, Secretary, Principal Analyst – Compliance, M&E at Salaries and Remuneration Commission

On Tuesday, May 13th, 2014
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission is an independent Commission established under Article 230 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, with the mandate to set and regularly review the remuneration and benefits of all State Officers and to advise the National and County governments on the remuneration and benefits of all other public officers. 
In carrying out its mandate, the Commission has to take into account the principles of; fiscal sustainability of the public compensation bill, attraction and retention of requisite skills for service delivery, productivity and performance, transparency and fairness and equity.
The Commission seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant position:
 
Drivers
SRC 8
3 Positions
 

Job Summary: The position holder will be responsible to the Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Routine checks and maintenance of the vehicle.
  • Carrying out first aid.
  • Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle’s systems.
  • Carrying authorized passengers and/or goods.
  • Monitoring efficient use of fuel by the assigned vehicle.
  • Ensuring cleanliness and overall vehicle maintenance and management.
  • Driving the assigned vehicle.
  • Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tire pressure and brake systems, among others.
  • Maintaining work ticket (s) for vehicle (s) assigned.
  • Taking initiative for security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road and safety of the passengers and/or goods therein.
  • Keeping fuel card safe.
Minimum Requirements
  • A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D+ (plus) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • At least six (6) years proven work experience in Driving.
  • Passed Occupational Trade Test II for Drivers.
  • A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s).
  • Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or other recognized institution.
  • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
  • Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.
Key Competences
  • Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce.
  • Ability to care for resources.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills.
Salary Scale: Ksh. 28,000 x 3,750 – 31,750 x 3,750 – 35,500 x 3,750 – 39,250 x 3,750 – 43,000 x 3,750 – 46,750 x 3,750 – 50,500 x 3,750 – 54,250 x 3,750 – 58,000
 

The Commission seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant position:

 
Secretary
SRC 7 
1 Position

Job Summary: The Secretary will be responsible to the Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration. The job holder will provide general Secretarial services.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Typing from drafts, manuscripts or record from dictation machines.
  • Drafting routine letters, memos and reports from drafts and manuscripts.
  • Ensuring security of office equipment, documents and records.
  • Assist management with accomplishment of routine tasks.
  • Receiving, recording and dispatching mail.
  • Handling telephone calls, diary and appointments.
  • Handling routine office duties.
  • Attending to visitors while observing protocol and public relations.
  • Cross referencing correspondences.
  • Preparing and responding to routine office correspondence.
  • Handling confidential documents.
  • Maintaining office diary, protocols, scheduling appointment and travel itineraries.
Minimum Requirements
  • Proven work experience of at least six (6) years in Secretarial services.
  • Bachelors Degree in either Secretarial Studies or Bachelor of Business and Office Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
  • Certificate in computer applications.
  • Demonstrate professional competence in management of secretarial services.
Key Competencies
  • Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce.
  • Good knowledge in the field of specialization.
  • Ability to apply need to know principle.
  • Ability to care for resources.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Office management skills.
Salary Scale: Ksh. 45,000 x 5,000 – 50,000 x 5,000 – 55,000 x 5,000 – 60,000 x 5,000 – 65,000 x 5,000 – 70,000 x 5,000 – 75,000 x 5,000 – 80,000 x 5,000 – 85,000

The Commission seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant position:

 
Principal Analyst – Compliance, M&E
SRC 6 
One Position

Job Summary: The job holder will be responsible to the Deputy Director, Research and Compliance and will be involved in carrying out compliance checks and audits, and monitoring and evaluation. The position will support Research, Policy Analysis and Compliance relevant to remuneration and benefits in the public sector.


Duties and Responsibilities
  • Collect, analyze and utilize research data to assess the remuneration practice of public institutions.
  • Participate in comparative studies of remuneration approaches and make appropriate recommendations on future trends.
  • Develop, coordinate and maintain a database of relevant baseline survey information.
  • Develop operational reporting template that facilitate the acquisition and aggregation of data from public institutions.
  • Follow up on monitoring and evaluation exercises for various initiatives in SRC.
Minimum Requirements
  • Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics or any other relevant analytical area of study.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, mathematics or related field.
  • At least five (5) years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrate practical knowledge of economic/econometric, statistical analysis, public finance management principles and processes.
  • Appreciable knowledge and practice in monitoring and evaluation environment.
  • Demonstrate basic understanding of public sector policy analysis.
  • Practical knowledge in the field of economic policy analysis.
  • Leadership and integrity qualities as set out in chapter six of the Constitution and demonstrated compliance to the Public Service Values and Principles as defined in the Constitution.
Key Competencies
  • Ability to appropriately breakdown complex information into analytical reports.
  • Ability to work under pressure/deadlines.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills.
  • Must be proactive.
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant computer packages.
Salary Scale: Ksh. 65,000 x 10,0000 – 75,000 x 10,000 – 85,000 x 10,000 – 95,000 x 10,000 – 105,000 x 10,000 – 115,000 x 10,000 – 125,000 x 10,000 – 135,000 x 10,000 – 145,000
Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials in a sealed envelope clearly marked at the top “Application for the position of………..(indicate the position applied for)” and mailed OR delivered to:
The Commission Secretary
Salaries and Remuneration Commission
Williamson House, 6th Floor
4th Ngong Avenue
P.O. Box 43126 – 00100
Nairobi
Applicants should also indicate current salary and give the names of three referees who must be familiar with your previous work/academic
experience indicating their telephone, postal and email address.
Deadline for application 23rd May, 2014
All applicants for these positions must be compliant with Chapter 6 of the Constitution on integrity and leadership and Article 232 on values of the Public Service. 
Salaries and Remuneration Commission is an equal opportunity employer. 
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 
Qualified persons irrespective of their gender, age, race, culture, religion or disability are encouraged to apply. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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