The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and density of 682. Administratively, it is divided into twelve sub counties, sixty wards, one hundred and eighty seven Village Units and four hundred Community Administrative Areas. Politically, it comprises of twelve constituencies and sixty wards. The climate in this region is very conducive for many activities including crop and animal production. County Vision A wealthy and vibrant county offering high quality services to its residents County Mission To improve the welfare of the people of Kakamega county through formulation and implementation of all-inclusive multi-sectoral policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this grade will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation of quality management reports that fall under his/her section (s). Work at this level will also include:-

• Planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of control; training and development of staff under him/her and setting targets for the section(s);
• May occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to accounting services;
• May be assigned responsibilities to authorize payments, subject to limit set; and
• Certification and verification of returns, documents, vouchers, monitor collection of revenue including inspection and responsible for Government assets, records and custody of Accountable Documents under his/her sections(s).

Requirements for Appointment 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Served in the grade of Accountant I, Job Group CPSB 09/‘K’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
• Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent qualification.

OR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant qualification adjudged to be its equivalent from an approved institution and have passed Part II of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its approved equivalent;
• Certificate in Computer Applications; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results