Director Roads and Transport in Nyeri County

Republic of Kenya

County Government of Nyeri

Nyeri County Public Service Board

The County Government of Nyeri wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the  following position:

Department of Lands & Infrastructure Development

Director Roads and Transport

1 Post

Job Group “R”

Reporting to the Chief Officer, the Director will be responsible for all matters related to road and transport work projects.

Other duties and responsibilities will include the following;

• Preparation and implementation of the strategic and annual work plans for the directorate.
• Preparation of budget and procurement plans.
• Identification and prioritization of roads/transport infrastructure projects.
• Reconstruction of failed roads, upgrading gravel roads, construction of bridges and non – motorized traffic etc.
• Designing and supervision of construction works, project management and contract administration.
• Preparation of designs, BoQs, cost estimates and tender documents.
• Preparation of periodical reports as required.
• M&E of annual budget/targets and strategic plan targets.
• Management of staff working in the Directorate
• Training needs assessment and planning
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Officer

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from a University recognized in Kenya
• Must have served for a minimum of seven (7) years in a relevant field at Job Group “N” and above in the Public sector or at management level in the Private sector.
• Must be registered with the relevant professional body.
• Demonstrate experience in Public Finance, Budgeting and Procurement
• Computer skills in MS Project and Engineering design software.
• Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Basic Salary - Kshs. 109,089 - 144,928 p.m
• House allowance - Kshs 40,000 p.m
• Transport allowance - Kshs 16,000 p.m
• Terms of Service - Pensionable or Contract (Renewable based on Performance)
• Service Gratuity - 31% of basic salary on completion of the contract
• Medical Cover - Provided for self, spouse and dependent children up to 21 years of age
• Leave - 30 days annual leave with leave allowance

Note

(i) Applicants MUST attach their C.V together with certified copies of the following documents:

• Academic and Professional Certificates and other testimonials.
• National Identity Card
• Certificate of Good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department (C.I.D).
• A certificate from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau (C.R.B).
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (H.E.L.B).
• Clearance certificate from Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (E.A.CC).
• Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (K.R.A).

(ii) The Nyeri County Government is an equal opportunity employer.

(iii) Qualified persons from any part of the country are encouraged to apply.

(vi) Civil servants working in the respective departments and meeting the requirements are encouraged to apply.

(v) Women who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.

(vi) Persons living with Disability who meet the requirements are also encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

All applications should be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked on the top left side indicating the position applied for and submitted to:

The Secretary,

Nyeri County Public Service Board,

Karson’s Photo House Kimathi Street

P.O Box 90-10100,

Nyeri

All applications should reach the Secretary on or before 10th April 2015

Via postal service, courier service or hand delivered.