Assistant Director Library Services Job Siaya CPSB

Director Jobs, Siaya County Government Jobs.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and general planning, coordination of activities in all the Libraries within the County Government
• Co-ordinate the educational and information needs of the communities served;
• Co-ordinate collection development; stock management; advisory services
• Surveying, identifying and maintain a database of possible areas for establishment of libraries.
• Liaising with County Governments and other Stakeholders to mobilize local resources for library development.
• Networking and partnerships; seeking support from other funding agencies (e.g. NGOs, private sector, community) for library development.
• Co-ordinate advisory services, research, budgeting, projects and participation in development related forums.
• Supervision and appraisal of staff

Qualifications for Appointment

• Bachelors Degree in Library Studies, information Science or any other relevant field of study from a university recognized in Kenya
• Masters Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• Five (5) years continuous work experience post-graduation, three (3) of which must be in Senior
  Management in a large Library set up.
• Management Course lasting not less than 4 Weeks from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership, professional competence and administrative ability in the overall management of a library Function.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Familiar with Government of Kenya’s Operational Procedures
• Valid member of Kenya Library Association (KLA) in good standing

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How to Apply

• Interested and qualified persons  should download and fill employment forms  available in the Siaya County Public Service Board website : www.cpsb.siaya.go.ke. And submit the same on or before 12th January, 2026 at 4 p.m. (Applicants should not attach any credentials in the job application form)
• Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.
• Online applications can be submitted at Board’s job application email: application_cpsb@siaya.go.ke with a position applied for clearly indicated in the subject line.
• Clearance documents for purpose of complying with the provision of Chapter 6 of the constitution (KRA, HELB, C.I.D and CRB) will be presented during the interviews
• Academic, professional credentials and Identification Card will be presented in original form during interviews.

The applicants should indicate the position applied for on top of the envelope and address it to:

The Secretary/CEO

Siaya County Public Service Board

P.O BOX 390 -40601

BONDO

Courier and Hard copies of applications should be delivered to the Office of the Board Secretary, 1st Floor Ardhi House – Bondo, between 8.00AM and 5.00PM on weekdays.

NOTE:

• Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
• Women, Minorities and Persons Living with Disability are encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.