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 level will be deployed in any of the unit within the department. Specific duties will include:-

• Planning, structures and supervision of design for buildings, civil works and other structures;
• Supervision of construction works
• General administration of projects;
• Preparation of tender documents and estimates for civil, structural works;
• Supervise staff working in the unit; and
• Any other lawful duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirement for appointment

For appointment in this grade, an officer must:

• Have served in the grade of Superintending Engineer (Structural/Civil), Job Group CPSB 07/ ‘M’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized University;
• Be a Registered Engineers Registration Board of Kenya (ERB);
• Current valid annual practicing licence from the Engineering Registration Board of Kenya;
• Corporate membership with the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK); and
• Attended a Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation of civil engineering programmes.