Advertisement of Vacant Positions In A State Institution

A state institution is seeking qualified, professional, and competent Kenyan citizens to fill vacant positions. Successful candidates must demonstrate dedication, adaptability, and willingness to work in diverse environments across the country with minimal supervision. Competitive packages will be provided.

Available Positions

1. Senior ICT Officer, Grade 5 (Ref. 03/2024)
   Responsibilities: Reporting to the Principal ICT Officer, the Senior ICT Officer will develop the institution’s information security framework, enforce cyber security protocols, and manage data centers, infrastructure, and network security components. This role includes monitoring system operations, responding to security incidents, performing vulnerability assessments, and implementing high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
2. ICT Officer II, Grade 7 (Ref. 04/2024)
   Responsibilities: Under the Senior ICT Officer’s guidance, the ICT Officer II will install, maintain, and configure computer systems, networks (LAN/WAN), and user authentication. Additional duties include managing hardware specifications, training users, implementing cybersecurity measures, and conducting data backups and recovery operations.
3. Accountant II, Grade 7 (Ref. 05/2024)
   Responsibilities: Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the Accountant II will handle financial management tasks, including voucher preparation, data entry, and ledger maintenance. This role also involves safeguarding financial records and assets in compliance with financial regulations.
4. Executive Secretary, Grade 5 (Ref. 06/2024)
   Responsibilities: Reporting to the Principal Administration Officer, the Executive Secretary will manage the Chief Executive’s diary, handle telephone and visitor appointments, ensure security of office records, operate office machinery, and supervise junior secretarial staff.

Candidate Attributes for All Positions

Candidates should exhibit high integrity, professionalism, self-motivation, and effective communication skills. They should be team players, respect diversity, and demonstrate discretion in handling confidential information.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications with a detailed CV, academic and professional certificates, relevant testimonials, National ID, and contact information, including three referees.

Applications should be clearly labeled with the job title and reference number and may be dropped at Star Newspaper offices, Lion Place, Westlands, or sent by mail to:

P.O. Box 74497-00200, NAIROBI
Deadline: 3rd December 2024

Clearances Required Upon Appointment:

1. Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
2. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
3. Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
4. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
5. Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
6. Relevant professional body membership (if applicable)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.