Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating of the review and formulation of general policies on procurement of works and ensure efficiency in repair and maintenance of all road works;
• Budgeting, carrying out Quality Assurance of Roads Services;
• Coordinating the evaluation and monitoring the adherence and compliance with the set commitments and indicators in the Departmental
• Performance contract and be responsible for the overall planning. Other duties will include: supervision of contraction, rehabilitation and maintenance of classified and unclassified roads;
• Preparation of tender documents; additional to the above the director will;
• Monitor the execution of roads development projects and supervision and training of engineers and technical staff in the Directorate.
• Formulation of policy and development of standards for procurement and maintenance of vehicles, plant and mechanical equipment;
• Allocation of resources to ensure the optimum utilization and working efficiency of all vehicles, plant and equipment maintained by the
• Department’s workshops and asset register of the same;
• Assessing the future workload and planning the development of workshops, manpower and financial/resources;
• Provision of technical advice and assistance to other departments, client Departments, government bodies, public and private sector on matters relating to mechanical engineering, motor Vehicles, plant and equipment; staff management and development.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment of this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Principal Superintending Engineer (Roads/Materials) or comparable and relevant position in a busy organization for at least three (3) years;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Road Survey, Mechanical
• Engineering (Automotive) or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Been registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as an engineer or relevant professional field;
• Current valid annual Practicing License from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
• Membership of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or relevant professional field;
• A certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Demonstration general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of civil engineering programmes.
• Certificate in Computer Application from a recognized Institution

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL APPLICANTS

• A duly filled CPSB. 1 (2020) form, written application, CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and National Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side, the position being applied for.
• All applications MUST be received .
• Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity Employer, Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are also encouraged to apply.
• ONLY applicants who meet ALL the requirements will be shortlisted and contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates MUST present their original Academic and Professional Certificates during the interview.
• ONLY successful candidates will be required to avail the following documents:
• Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Clearance from Criminal Investigations Department:
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti–Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB):
• Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate)

Hand delivered applications can be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Office located next to Kenya Red Cross near St. Anthony Boys High School – Kitale.
THE SECRETARY
TRANS NZOIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O. BOX 4210 – 30200
KITALE.