Deputy Director – HR & Admin Job County Assembly of Kisumu

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CAK/HR/08/4/2025: DEPUTY DIRECTOR-HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION- CASB 4/JG “Q” – 1 POSITION -TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT-PERMANENT & PENSIONABLE

The entry and training grade for this cadre.

Basic Salary Ksh. 107,130 House Allowance Ksh. 28,000 Commuter Allowance Ksh.14,000

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director Human Resource and Administration, duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Assisting in the formulation, implementation, interpretation and reviewing appropriate human resource management and administration policies, rules, regulations and procedures;
• Ensuring compliance with human resource legislation, rules, regulations, conventions, policies, procedures and industry practices;
• Assist in planning, designing, developing and evaluating human resource-related initiatives that support organizational strategic goals;
• Assisting in coordination of recruitment, placement, promotion, training and development performance Management and exit of staff;
• Liaising with Sergeant at Arms to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety rules and regulations;
• Assisting in mainstreaming of key service policies such as HIV/AIDS, gender and disability issues;
• Assisting the Director in Coordination of the allocation of office accommodation, estate and Transport management;
• Participating in the coordination of repairs and refurbishment of Assembly Buildings, facilities, furniture and fittings;
• Assisting in the management of catering services;
• Participating in the implementation of records management activities and strategies;
• Supervising the management of the Ward Offices;
• Coordinating the outsource services; and
• Assisting in the supervision of staff in the Directorate.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served in the grade of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management for a minimum period of three (3 years);
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration (Human Resource Management option) or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management/ Development, Business Administration (Human Resource Management / Strategic Management option) or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Industrial Relations, Business Administration or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• A certified CHRP (K);
• Proficiency in computer application;
• A Certified Human Resource Practitioner from the institute of Human Resource Management; and
• Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management.

How to apply:

Interested candidates fulfilling the required qualifications should submit their application through Post Office, email or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and vacancy reference number, on both the cover letter, envelope and email applications, together with County Assembly Service Board Employment Form, a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Board by Tuesday at 5:00 PM, 16^th September, 2025, addressed to:

Clerk of the Assembly/ Secretary, County Assembly Service Board County Assembly of Kisumu,

P.O Box 86 – 400100,

Kisumu

Email: kisumuassembly@gmail.com

Detailed job descriptions and specifications for the above positions are available in at the Assembly`s website: www.kisumuassembly.go.ke

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS

Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application:-

• A Signed application letter;
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating current and previous employers, positions held, level of education, notice period required to take up appointment and names of at least three professional referees;
• Copies of academic and professional certificates; and
• Copy of National Identification Card or Passport.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO NOTE:

• Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application;
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted;
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during interviews; and
• It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE EXPECTED TO PRESENT THE FOLLOWING CHAPTER SIX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES: –

• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
• Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); and
• Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

County Assembly of Kisumu is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to implementing the provisions of the Article 232 (1) of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED, THE MINORITIES AND FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY INCLUDING STAFF MEMBERS OF THE SERVICE.

Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documents/details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing and giving false information shall lead to automatic disqualification.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES SHALL BE CONTACTED.

NOTE: The positions are open to KENYAN CITIZENS ONLY.