Kenya National Youth Service (NYS) has posted a job start with a salary of up to Ksh60,000.
The NYS announced multiple positions in various job groups in an announcement issued on Tuesday, May 10. Salary is up to Ksh30,000 and Ksh60,000.
Listed employment has attractive benefits ranging from Ksh4,000 to Ksh6,000 including accommodation, travel and leave allowance.
*A.Accountant position*
Basic Salary – Ksh31,270- Ksh41,260 per month
List of Allowances
-House Allowance as per duty station
-Commuter – Ksh4,000 pm
-Leave – Ksh4,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1.To do preparations and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations.
2. To be responsible for the safe custody of records and assets under them.
3. To prepare, verify and upload payment vouchers in the IFMIS system.
4. To Collect revenue from income-generating streams and remit it to Accounting Officer.
5. To make cash payments for duly completed and approved payment vouchers.
6. To ensure balancing of cashbook, data entry, Advances and management of ledgers.
*Job Specifications*
candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration from a recognised institution or a pass in part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination
-Have certificate in Computer applications from a recognised institution
-Ensure fulfilment of the requirement of Chapter Six of the constitution
*B.Information System Auditor *
Salary – Ksh42,970 – Ksh59,120 per month
Basic Allowances
-House Allowance as per duty station
-Commuter – Ksh6,000 pm
-Leave – Ksh6,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. To Perform internal information system control, Audit reviews of a computer system, development standards operating procedures and program control.
2. To Prepare quality information system Audit reports.
3.To participate in providing quality assurance in technology acquisition and implementation.
4. To review system backup, disaster recovery and maintenance procedures.
5. To recommend revisions to audit procedures to enhance efficiency.
6. To conduct operational compliance, and financial and investigative audit.
7. To design and program specifications in liaison with users, monitoring of control system which ensures the accuracy and security of data.
*Job Specifications*
candidate must have a degree in any of the following fields; Computer Science, ICT, or in any related studies from a recognised institution.
Applicant ought to have an experience of not less than three years in information systems auditing or ICT Quality Assurance.
-Be in possession of a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is an added advantage.
*Supply Chain Management Officer*
Basic Salary – Ksh31,270 – Ksh41,260 per month
Allowances
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ksh4,000 pm
Leave – Ksh4,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. This officer will be deployed in a Warehouse, performing Supply Chain Management duties and responsible to a senior officer.
2. To ensure procurement, distribution and management of stores.
3. To ensure disposal of stores and equipment.
4. To participate in market surveys and research.
5. To ensure management of the inventory and stock control, in accordance with the laid down regulations and procedures.
*Specifications*
candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management or their equivalent from a recognised institution or Diploma in Supplies Management with three years of work experience.
must possess a certificate in Computer applications from a recognised institution
-Have good knowledge in the professional field of specialisation.
-Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce
-Have good communication skills
-Have a good organisation and supervisory skills
*C.Lecturer in ICT and Accounting*
Salary – Ksh38,270 – Ksh51,170 per month
Respective Allowances
-House Allowance as per duty station
-Commuter – Ksh5,000 pm
-Leave – Ksh6,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. To preparing schemes of work, lesson notes and lesson plans.
2. To ensure Lecturing and demonstrating concepts to trainees.
3. Ensure Setting and marking theoretical and practical assignments and examinations.
4, Ensure Supervising demonstrations and practical exercises in areas of specialisation.
5. Ensure Conduction of extra-curricular activities.
6. Ensure guiding and counseling trainees.
7. To Maintaining trainees’ progress records.
*Job Specification *
The candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, ICT, or other related studies from a recognised institution or a Diploma in Engineering in any of the Disciplines above with six years of experience.
They must have a certificate in computer applications from a recognised institution.
*Lecturers in Business Management*
Salary – Ksh38,270-Ksh51,170 per month
Allowances
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ksh5,000 pm
Leave – Ksh6,000 pa
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. Preparing schemes of work, lesson notes and lesson plans.
2. Lecturing and demonstrating concepts to trainees.
3. Setting and marking theoretical and practical assignments and examinations.
4, Supervising demonstrations and practical exercises in areas of specialisation.
5. Conducting extra-curricular activities.
6. Guiding and counseling trainees.
7. Maintaining trainees’ progress records.
*Specification*
The candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a Diploma in the same course with six years of work experience.
They ought to have a post-graduate Diploma in Education from a recognised institution.
The applicant should have a certificate in Computer applications.
*Senior Inspector *
Salary – Ksh31,270- Ksh41,260 per month
Allowances
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ks4,000 pm
Leave – Ksh4,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. Supervision of all road construction and maintenance works
2. Preparation of work programs for all camps.
3. Ensuring that all ledgers, work tickets, log sheets, returns, master rolls, and daily activity cards, are completed in time and submitted as required.
4. Advising on the priorities for maintenance programs and required distribution of plant, vehicles and staff.
5. Ensuring the necessary stores, materials, fuel and any other tools received to undertake work assigned are properly utilised.
*Specification*
The candidate should have a Diploma in Civil Engineering or its equivalent.
They must have three years of relevant work experience and a certificate in Computer Application
Assistant Engineer in Civil and Structural for Roads
Salary – Ksh38,270- Ksh51,170 per month
*Allowances*
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ksh5,000 pm
Leave – Ksh6,000 pa
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. They will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
2. Supervision of construction.
3. Maintenance of classified and unclassified roads.
*Specification*
The applicant should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
They must be registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer
*Quantity Survey *
Salary – Ksh38,270- Ksh51,170 per month
Allowances
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ksh5,000 pm
Leave – Ksh6,000 pa
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. Assist in the management of quantity surveying aspects of building and civil engineering projects.
2. Measure drawings, check and compute quantities and site dimensions.
3. Prepare project cost and budgetary estimates under the supervision of the Architecture.
4. Scrutinise maintenance and material costs to ensure the best deals.
5. Select and source for construction materials.
6. Keep track of materials and order for more when required.
7. Report to the supervisor and client on the progress of the project till completion.
*Specification*
They must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent and relevant qualification
The applicant must have a certificate of Computer from a recognised institution
*Chaplain/ Principal Chaplain*
Salary – Ksh38,270- Ksh51,170 per month
Allowances
House Allowance as per duty station
Commuter – Ksh5,000 pm
Leave – Ksh6,000 pm
*Duties and Qualifications*
1. To ensure Officiating religious ceremonies and managing Chapels within prisons.
2. To Offer spiritual and psychological counseling and guidance to inmates’ staff and their families.
3.To administer religious rites.
4. To source spiritual materials for preaching and teaching
5. To identifying volunteer groups and coordinating their programs.
6. To Participate in admission and discharge boards.
7. To Implement spiritual rehabilitation programs.
8.To ensure observance of the Christian Seasonal and special events
9.To Manage records on chaplaincy matters.
10.To identifychaplaincy development projects.
11. To Facilitate seminars, workshops and retreats for inmates, staff and their families.
12. Collaborating with external faith-based and community organisations on matters of spiritual warfare.
13.To Prepare inmates and staff for graduation on completion of chaplaincy courses.
*Job Specification *
One must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; sacred theology, Christian philosophy Theology and Bible Divinity, Islamic, and Arabic studies.
They must be a serving senior catechist with six years’ work experience.
A letter of recommendation from the head of the Church/ Mosque
They must be an ordained pastor or priest and licensed by the Government Authority.
They must be a proven record of consistent Christian/ Muslim character.
Have a certificate in Management course as well as computer applications.
*How to apply for this position*
Applicants who meet the stipulated criteria should send their letters with the title of the position being applied for, together with their detailed CVs, certified copies of academic certificates testimonials and National IDs or passports.
Letterhead should be directed to NYS Director-General Matilda Sakwa. The applications should be dropped off at the Registry of NYS headquarters in Ruaraka, Thika Road, Ground Floor.
Individuals without relevant qualifications, copies of documentation and details as sought will not be considered.
Part of the notice read,”Any form of canvassing shall lead to Automatic Disqualification and only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply,”
