Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

Allowances as per SRC guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities

i.        Monitoring, enforcing and implementing statutory provisions and other relevant legislations on public health

ii.      Setting standards and guidelines in the provision of public health services

iii.    Monitoring the implementation of public health projects and programs

iv.     Enforcing international health regulations and rules

v.      Carrying out research on public health needs

vi.     Monitoring the development and management of public and private mortuaries, cemeteries and crematoria

vii.   Preparing proposals for resource mobilization

viii. Organizing forums with relevant partners and agencies in support of public health programs and projects

ix.    Planning and budgeting for the departmental resources

x.      Integrating modern information communication technology in the department

xi.    Developing strategies/work plans, performance targets and contracts in the department

xii.   Coaching and mentoring of staff

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer Must have:

i.        Served in the grade of Principal Public Health Officer or Principal Assistant Public Health Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;

ii.      Post-Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Food Science and Inspection, Solid Waste Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Epidemiology, Health Promotion and Education or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

OR

Bachelor’s degree in either Environmental Health or Public Health or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

iii.    Master’s Degree in any of the following; Environmental Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Quality, Food Science and Technology, Community Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion and Education, Solid Waste Management or Disaster Management from a recognized institution.

iv.     Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

v.      Certificate in Computer Applications Skills from a recognized institution

vi.     Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Applications must be received on or before 26th February 2025 by 5:00pm. Any applications tendered later than the above date and time will not be able to upload.

County Government of Machakos is an equal opportunity employer: Women, Persons with disabilities and other disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.

THE SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
MACHAKOS COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD,
PO BOX 603-90100 MACHAKOS