Pest Control Products Board Jobs in Kenya

Pest Control Products Board, a Statutory Organization of the Kenya Government, under the Ministry of Agriculture, is looking for qualified candidates for the following posts:-

1. Registration Officer I
Scale PCB 10
(2 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

• Evaluating efficacy trial reports;
• Monitoring efficacy trials on pesticides;
• Evaluating pesticide labels;
• Preliminary dossier evaluation;
• Processing imports/exports applications;
• Carrying out completeness checks on technical dossiers;
• Updating registration database.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines; Chemistry, Biochemistry, Agriculture, Toxicology, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Veterinary Medicine or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution with three (3) years relevant experience;
• A Masters degree in a related discipline from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance;
• Competent in computer applications.

2. Laboratory Technologist I
Scale PCB 7
(1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Planning, supervision, evaluation and coordination of laboratory analysis;
• Ordering and maintaining records for the laboratory;
• Undertake analytical laboratory.

Requirements for Appointment

• Have a Higher National Diploma in Applied Sciences from a recognized institution
• Have completed at least three (3) years satisfactory service as Laboratory Technologist II or its equivalent;
• Have shown a high degree of technical competence;
• Be computer literate.

3. Laboratory Technologist II
Scale PCB 6
(1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Laboratory analysis in specified matrices;
• Preparation of reagents for laboratory work;
• Undertake any other laboratory work assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

• Have an Ordinary Diploma in Applied Sciences from a recognized institution,
• Have served satisfactorily in the grade of Laboratory Technologist III or its equivalent in related organization for at least three (3) years;
• Have demonstrated initiative and competence in discharging assignments;
• Be computer literate.

4. Inspector II
Scale PCB 9
(5 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Inspection of pesticide quality and premises suitability;
• Processing of imports and exports documents for pesticides;
• Certify that pest control products handled from manufacture through to use have been approved and registered for use in Kenya.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines; Chemistry, Biochemistry, Botany, Entomology, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Veterinary, Public Health and other related sciences.

5. Procurement Officer I
Scale PCB 10
(1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Implementation and enforcement of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, Stores regulation systems and procedures to ensure efficiency in supplies services;
• Processing of contracts, stock control, verification and distribution of stores;
• Ensuring efficient procurement / purchasing of stores;
• Any other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

• Have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences such as Procurement, Commerce / Business Administration, Economics or related discipline from a recognized institution;
• Have Post Graduate Diploma in Supplies Management from a recognized institution;
• Have served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Procurement Officer II or an equivalent position in a reputable organization;
• Have demonstrated professional competence and ability in work performance;
• Be registered or affiliated to a recognized professional body;
• Competence in Computer applications.

6. Internal Auditor I
Scale PCB 10
(1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Executing audit programmes;
• Collecting audit evidence on major issues;
• Reviewing internal control systems in operation;
• Verifying the existence and safety of PCPB’s assets;
• Preparation of draft reports and holding discussions with the clients;
• Reviewing budgetary controls on the issuance of authority to incur expenditure and commitments;
• Ensuring completeness and accuracy of records and reports.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting or Finance option);
• CPA Part III or CIA Part III
• Served as an Internal Auditor in a reputable organization for a period of three (3) years;
• Be proficient in Computer Applications.

7. Personal Secretary II
Scale PCB 7
(1 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Recording dictation in short-hand and transcribing it in written form;
• Typing from drafts and manuscripts;
• Processing data;
• Ensuring security of office records, documents and equipment including classified materials;
• Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence;
• Operating office equipment;
• Handling telephone calls and appointments;
• Undertaking any other Secretarial duties that may be assigned.

An officer at this level will be required to work for more than one officer at the divisions/sections.

Requirements for Appointment

• Have served as a Secretary for a period of three (3) years in addition to being in possession of the following qualifications from the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC):-
  

1. Typewriting III (50 w.p.m.)/Computerized document processing III.
2. Shorthand III (100 w.p.m.)
3. Business English III/Communication II.
4. Secretarial duties II.
5. Commerce II.
6. Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III

OR

1. A Diploma/Higher Diploma in Secretarial studies from Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution and

• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

8. Personal Secretary I
Scale PCB 8
(1 post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Recording dictation in short-hand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
• Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines;
• Processing data;
• Operating office equipment;
• Attending to visitors/clients;
• Handling telephone calls and appointments;
• Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents including classified materials;
• Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence;

An officer at this level may be required to work for more than one officer.

Requirements for Appointment

• Served as a Personal Secretary II or Senior Secretarial Assistant or any other similar or comparable position in a reputable or related organization for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• A Bachelors degree in Secretarial Studies or a Bachelor of Business and Office Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

OR

• The following qualifications from the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC):-

1. Shorthand III (100 w.p.m.);
2. Typewriting III (50 w.p.m.)/Computerized document Processing III;
3. Business English III/Communication II;
4. Commerce II;
5. Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III
6. Secretarial Duties II.

OR

1. A Diploma/Higher Diploma in Secretarial studies from Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; and

• A Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

9. Accountant I
Scale PCB 10
(1 post)

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Management accounting;
• Preparation of final accounts and statements;
• Preparation of budget;
• Tax collection and remissions;
• Credit control;
• Cash flow management;
• Financial analysis.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting, Finance Option) or Business Administration (Accounting, Finance Option);
• Served at the grade of Accountant II or its equivalent in a reputable organization, for a minimum period of 3 years;
• Passed Part II (Final) of CPA examinations or any other recognised professional accountancy qualification;
• Competence in computer accounting packages;
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance and results.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to send applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, names of three (3) referees and day time telephone contact and quoting the job reference on the envelope to:-

The Managing Director,
Pest Control Products Board,
Waiyaki Way (KARI-NAL),
P.O. Box 13794 - 00800,
Westlands, Nairobi.

So as to reach us not later than 30th of October, 2009.

Managing Director
Pest Control Products Board

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