Programme Officer Jobs Kakamega County

Program Officer Jobs Kakamega County


Sub County ECDE Programme Officer Job at Kakamega County

Department Of Education, Science & Technology

JG ‘M’

The officer will be reporting to the Head of ECDE.

ECDE Programme Officer Job Responsibilities

  • Overseeing, Coordinating, promoting and implementation of ECDE programmes, projects, policies general education programmes in the Sub County;
  • Preparing and implementing of the ECDE strategic Plan, annual work plans and periodical reports in the Sub County;
  • Providing technical and coordination support to the stakeholders and partners in mainstreaming the ECDE in Sub County;
  • Promoting awareness on early childhood needs and demands to local communities and parents;
  • Conducting capacity building courses for ECDE teachers and other stakeholders;
  • Developing and providing prototypes of appropriate resource materials to local communities and parents;
  • Compiling reports and disseminating for technical review, facilitating a process to identify issues, challenges and innovative responses highlighted in reports;
  • Organizing and sharing compiled feedback reports for improvements in project quality and partner support;
  • Acting as a link to the Central Government, local agencies and communities on ECD Policy interpretation and implementation;
  • Developing a sub County resource Centre for ECDE Programme;
  • Prompt submission of monthly performance reports of the sub county in the following:-
    Staff returns;
  • Enrolments levels;
  • Financial and expenditure reports (capitation to ECDE);
  • Attend all Sub County HOD’s meetings; and
    Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Requirements for the ECDE Programme Officer Job

  • For appointment to this grade, one must:
  • Be a Kenyan Citizen and a resident of Kakamega County;
  • Have a Bachelor’s degree in Education in Early Childhood & Development from a recognized University;
    or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education (Arts or Science)/ Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Science with a postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood from a recognized institution;
  • Certificate in Computer Applications;
  • Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or
    its equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Have at least 3 (three) years’ experience at JG, ‘M’ or its equivalent and preferably as Education Officer or Head of a primary institution;
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
  • Possess excellent communication skills; and
    Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

    Terms of Service:

  • Permanent and Pensionable

  • Note: Applicants for the Above Positions Are Required to Get Clearance From the Underlisted Organisations to Meet Requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010:-
  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Higher Education Loans Board
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
  • Criminal Investigation Department

    How to Apply

  • Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates, Testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, and any other supporting documents to:
  • The Secretary/ceo
  • county Public Service Board
  • p.o. Box 458-50100
  • kakamega
  • The position applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
  • Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their Sub-County and Ward of residence in the application.
  • Hand delivered applications can be submitted at the County Public Service Board’s Reception located at
  • Former Provincial Headquarters, Block ‘B’ 2nd Floor.
  • All applications should reach this office on or before 19th October, 2018.
  • County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer
  • Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply
  • Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
  • NOTE: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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