The Constituencies Development Fund Board is mandated by the Constituencies Development Fund Act, 2003 as amended in 2007 to ensure timely and efficient disbursement of funds to constituencies. In order to fulfill its mandate, the Constituencies Development Fund Board seeks to recruit qualified, experienced, dynamic and highly motivated candidates to fill the following positions in Administration, Projects, ICT, HR, Procurement and Legal departments: Chief Executive Officer, Fund Account Managers, Chief Internal Auditor, Corporate Communications Manager, ICT User Support Officer, ICT Systems Administrator, Procurement Officer, Senior Human Resource Officer, Human Resource Officer, Legal Officer and Regional Coordinator,
FUND ACCOUNT MANAGERS
11 Posts
Application are invited from qualified candidates for the position of Fund Account Manager specifically from Cherengany, Dujis, Kitutu Chache, Lurambi, Marakwet East, Keiyo South, Turkana North, Laisamis, Magarini, Isiolo South, Lamu East and Baringo Central to fill the vacant post of Fund Account Manager.Ref No. CDFB/02/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
Programme Management through the Regional Coordinator
Prepare monthly project update/progress reports for submission to the National Programme Coordinator
• Prepare and submit comprehensive quarterly project Implementation status reports
• Maintenance of minutes, records and information relating to CDF projects implemented in the constituency
• Liaise with District Departmental Heads in the management of CDF projects.
• management to CDFCs.Offer technical advice on Government regulations and policies on public procurement and financial
• submission to the CDF Board in accordance with the Constituencies Development Fund (Amendment), Act2007.Prepare and maintain a list of all constituencies’ projects proposals including budgets and work plans for
• projects.Networking and collaboration with stakeholders operating in the constituencies to create awareness of CDF
• implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation.Capacity Building of CDFCs and Project Management Committees (PMCs) on project planning,
• Serve as an ex-officio member of the Constituency Development Fund Committee
• Financial ManagementMonitoring of M&E meetings through proper record keeping.
• vouchers, LPOs, receipts, contracts, Consultancies etc in compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal Actand Government Financial Management Act.Maintain a complete file of financial records of individual projects within the constituency. This includes
• based on the above records. Prepare and submit to the office of the Chief Manager, Financial Services monthly expenditure returns
• Prepare monthly Cash Book and Bank Reconciliations Statements for the constituency
• Maintain a register of assets and liabilities of the Constituency Development Fund Committee (CDFC).
• Maintain all financial records for audit purposes and attend to all audit queries
• Remit CDFC employees’ monthly statutory deductions to Government
• headquarters for consolidation in accordance with section 6(1)(b) of the CDF Act. Preparation of the draft final accounts for the constituency and submission of the same to the CDF
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Economics or any other relevant discipline.• Professional/Technical Qualifications
• CPA II or Postgraduate Training in Accounting; and
• Postgraduate Training in Project Management.
Work Experience
• 3 years relevant work experience in Accounting Field; or
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th FloorP. O. Box 46682 – 00100Nairobi 3 years relevant work experience in Project Management.
ICT OFFICER - USER SUPPORT
1 Post
Ref No. CDFB/05/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
• Monitors the effectiveness and reliability of all hardware forming the computer network and accessories;
• network operations; Sets up computers on the network system, and trains all users in equipment use and basic maintenance, and
• Maintains a help desk to support users in use of their equipment and solving technical problems;
• Carries out preventative maintenance and repairs of computer hardware and network;
• Updates the Snr. Manager, ICT on regular basis, on the overall performance of the computer network;
• Maintains and updates an inventory of the organization’s hardware; and
• Reviews users’ requirements for new hardware and evaluates new products for this purpose.
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information and Communication Technology.
• Professional Qualifications
Work Experience
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th FloorP. O. Box 46682 – 00100Nairobi
3 years experience in Systems Administration in ICT department in the Public Sector or large Private firm. ICT OFFICER - SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
1 Post
Ref No. CDFB/06/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
• tested and tuned to maximum operating efficiency; Develops operating systems installation plans to ensure Operating Systems software is properly installed,
• measures to improve overall performance; Conducts server operating system performance analysis, evaluates levels of systems operations and devises• Customizes and upgrades operating and related systems to meet ongoing user needs;
• Maintains a daily log of operating systems activity/events;
• failures; Carries out diagnosis of the problems experienced by users and resolves operating system and programs
• Ensures that an adequate backup regime is in place and is being followed;
• Maintains backup media and off site backup storage; and• Liaises with the operating systems software suppliers to ensure that problems are resolved.
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• B.Sc. degree in Computer Science /Information and Communication Technology.
• Professional Qualification
Postgraduate training and proficiency in computer operating systems and software applications
Work Experience
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th FloorP. O. Box 46682 – 00100Nairobi 3 Years experience in Systems Administration in ICT department in the Public Sector or large Private firm.
REGIONAL COORDINATOR
1 PostRef No. CDFB/07/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
• implementation status reports and build a data bank; Liaises with Project Coordinators in Constituencies within the region in order to update project• Maintains records of funds disbursed and received by each constituency;
• to follow; Advises CDFCs and Project Coordinators on existing government procurement procedures they are required
• Assists in solving conflicts between local residents and CDFCs as a support to Project Coordinators;
• Responds to Audit queries concerning the operations of the Region;
• Responds to complaints from stakeholders in the region;
• Coordinates Monitoring and Evaluation of CDF projects in the region;
• sectors in the region;Represents the CDF Board at various stakeholder forums organized by both government and civil society
• Coordinates CDF Board sponsored trainings in order to capacity-build CDFCs;
• Ensures accountability and responsibility for Project Coordinators; and
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Economics, Business/Finance/Community Development or any other related fields.
• Professional/Technical Qualifications
• Postgraduate qualification in Project Management, Business Administration or any Business related field.
Work Experience
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.
Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th Floor P. O. Box 46682 –00100Nairobi3 years as a programme officer or related field
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
1 PostRef No. CDFB/08/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepares requests for quotations for approved purchase requisitions;
• Produces and handles sale of tender documents;
• Follows up tender advertisements;
• Secretary to the Procurement Committee;
• Handles request for quotations;
• Coordinates evaluation of quotations;
• Follows up orders to suppliers;
• Follows up delivery from suppliers;
• Processes and follows up payment to suppliers;
• Approves issuance of stores;
• Compiles list of stores due for disposal;
• basis; Prepares reports on awards by Procurement Committee for approval by the Tender Committee on quarterly
• Takes and prepares minutes of the departmental meetings;
• Keeps custody of procurement documents; and
• plan for the CDF Board. Prepares procurement plans for the department and assists in the preparation of consolidated procurement
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Business related field.
• Professional/Technical Qualifications
Work Experience
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached. If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th Floor P. O. Box 46682 – 00100Nairobi
3 years work experience in Purchasing and Stores Operations.
HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER
1 Post
Ref No. CDFB/010/2012
Duties and Responsibilities
• Verifies staff allowance claims;
• Office;Handles staff Retirement Benefit Scheme/Medical Scheme in liaison with the Corporate and Legal Affairs
• Consolidates and collates data and prepares Departmental Monthly/Annual reports;
• Drafts general internal and external correspondences and circulars;
• Maintains records of Pension Scheme and prepares monthly contribution schedules for timely remittance;
• members and other withdrawals; andFiles Pension Claims with the Insurers and ensures timely and accurate settlement of Pension Claims of retiring
• Scheme.Liaises with RBA for compliance with rules and regulations with regards to the Administration of the Pension
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences.
• Professional/Technical Qualifications
• Diploma in HR or Post-graduate training in HR.
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached. If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th Floor P. O. Box 46682 – 00100Nairobi
3 years experience at middle management level.
LEGAL OFFICER
Ref No. CDFB/011/20121 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provides legal advice to the CDF Board and its CDF Committees;
• Facilitates dispute resolution process between various agencies of the CDF Board;
• Assists in provision of secretarial services to the Complaints and Arbitration Committee;
• stakeholders; Handles corruption related issues in liaison and close consultation with all corruption prevention agencies and
• Coordinates representation of the CDF Board in courts in the event of litigations;
• Provides legal advice to the CDF Board on contractual matters; and
Advises CDF Board on compliance issues.
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Professional Qualifications
• Diploma in Law from KSL;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya; and • Member, LSK.
Work Experience
3 years working experience in legal environment. Diploma in Supplies Management. Prepares and submits regional returns to the Head Office.Postgraduate training and proficiency in computer operating systems and software applications.
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates on a three-year contract renewable subject to performance. Applications should be in writing detailing, academic, and professional qualifications, current salary, working experience, telephone number, email address, postal contacts and names of three referees, certified copies of relevant certificates and testimonials MUST be attached.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application and detailed CV so as to reach the undersigned by 24th February, 2012.
Applications should clearly indicate the position reference and day time telephone number.
The CDF Board Secretariat Harambee Coop Plaza, 10th Floor P. O. Box 46682 –00100Nairobi
