Kirinyaga County Public Service Board has announced multiple job vacancies across various departments, presenting opportunities for professionals seeking employment in county government service. The vacancies cover sectors such as healthcare, education, administration, trade, manufacturing, finance, public works, and technical training.
The advertised positions range from senior executive appointments to technical and operational roles. These vacancies are aimed at strengthening service delivery across Kirinyaga County while supporting institutional development in public administration, healthcare services, trade development, education management, and industrial growth initiatives.
Applicants interested in county government careers in Kenya may find opportunities suited to different professional backgrounds and levels of experience. The vacancies include positions in the County Department of Health, Trade, Administration, Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE), and county industrial development initiatives.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the advertised positions.
- Chief Officer Public Works & Housing
Reference: KCPSB/C.O/PWH/01/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 02
Number of Posts: 1
The Chief Officer Public Works & Housing will provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight within the department responsible for public works, infrastructure, and housing development in Kirinyaga County.
The position is expected to play a central role in policy implementation, project coordination, and supervision of departmental programmes related to housing and public infrastructure.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Coordinating implementation of county public works projects
- Providing technical leadership on infrastructure development
- Supervising housing programmes and related initiatives
- Advising county leadership on infrastructure planning
- Ensuring compliance with government regulations and policies
- Managing departmental budgets and operational activities
- Coordinating stakeholder engagement on public works projects
- Monitoring project implementation and quality assurance
- Director Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE)
Reference: KCPSB/DIR/ECDE/02/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 03
Number of Posts: 1
The Director ECDE will oversee management and coordination of early childhood education programmes within the county.
The officer will support policy implementation, educational standards, and administrative functions aimed at improving ECDE services across Kirinyaga County.
Duties associated with the role may include:
- Supervising county ECDE programmes
- Coordinating curriculum implementation initiatives
- Managing ECDE staffing and operational activities
- Supporting quality assurance in learning centres
- Developing policies and strategic plans for ECDE
- Coordinating training and capacity building activities
- Monitoring programme performance and reporting
- Collaborating with education stakeholders and partners
- Director Trade
Reference: KCPSB/DIR/TRD/03/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 03
Number of Posts: 1
The Director Trade position focuses on promoting trade development, business growth, and commercial activities within the county.
The role involves providing strategic leadership in trade policy implementation and supporting economic development initiatives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Coordinating trade development programmes
- Supporting growth of local enterprises and markets
- Implementing county trade policies and regulations
- Supervising trade department operations
- Promoting investment and business opportunities
- Coordinating business licensing and compliance matters
- Engaging stakeholders in trade development initiatives
- Monitoring trade sector performance within the county
- Head of Manufacturing (KIDA)
Reference: KCPSB/HM/KIDA/04/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 04
Number of Posts: 1
The Head of Manufacturing under KIDA will support industrial production and manufacturing operations within the county’s industrial development framework.
The role is expected to contribute to industrialization strategies and operational management within manufacturing initiatives.
Key duties may include:
- Managing manufacturing operations and production activities
- Supporting implementation of industrial development projects
- Coordinating production planning and operational processes
- Supervising manufacturing personnel and technical teams
- Ensuring quality standards in manufacturing operations
- Monitoring production targets and performance indicators
- Supporting innovation and industrial efficiency improvements
- Preparing operational and technical reports
- Financial Analyst (KIDA)
Reference: KCPSB/FA/KIDA/05/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 05
Number of Posts: 1
The Financial Analyst position within KIDA will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions for county industrial development activities.
The role involves supporting decision-making through financial analysis and budget management.
Responsibilities may include:
- Conducting financial analysis and forecasting
- Preparing financial reports and performance reviews
- Supporting budget preparation and monitoring
- Evaluating project financial viability
- Monitoring expenditure and resource utilization
- Assisting in financial planning and investment analysis
- Supporting compliance with financial regulations
- Maintaining financial records and analytical data
- Assistant Director Trade
Reference: KCPSB/AD/TRD/06/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 05
Number of Posts: 1
The Assistant Director Trade will support implementation of trade programmes and commercial development activities within Kirinyaga County.
The officer will assist in coordinating trade operations and business support initiatives.
Key duties may include:
- Assisting in implementation of trade development strategies
- Supporting supervision of trade-related programmes
- Coordinating market and business support activities
- Supporting compliance and licensing processes
- Preparing departmental reports and policy briefs
- Engaging traders and business stakeholders
- Assisting in monitoring commercial activities
- Supporting county economic growth initiatives
- Ward Administrator
Reference: KCPSB/ADM/W/07/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 06
Number of Posts: 1
The Ward Administrator will coordinate administrative functions and public service delivery at ward level.
The role involves supporting county governance structures and community engagement initiatives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Coordinating administrative operations within the ward
- Supporting implementation of county programmes
- Facilitating communication between county government and residents
- Coordinating public participation activities
- Monitoring local service delivery initiatives
- Supporting conflict resolution and community engagement
- Preparing administrative reports and records
- Coordinating ward development activities
- Chief Protocol/Senior Reception Officer
Reference: KCPSB/ADM/CPO/08/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 07
Number of Posts: 1
The Chief Protocol/Senior Reception Officer will coordinate official protocol functions and front-office operations within county administration.
The position supports management of official events, visitor relations, and reception services.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Coordinating protocol arrangements for official functions
- Managing reception and front-office services
- Supporting organization of county events and ceremonies
- Handling official guests and dignitaries
- Maintaining protocol standards and procedures
- Supervising reception staff and operations
- Coordinating communication and visitor management
- Preparing protocol schedules and event reports
- Medical Officers
Reference: KCPSB/MOH/MO/09/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 07
Number of Posts: 2
The Medical Officer positions are based within the County Department of Health and are intended to strengthen healthcare service delivery across health facilities.
The officers will support diagnosis, treatment, and patient care services.
Duties may include:
- Diagnosing and managing patient conditions
- Providing medical treatment and consultations
- Supervising clinical services within health facilities
- Supporting preventive and promotive healthcare programmes
- Maintaining patient records and medical reports
- Participating in emergency and inpatient care
- Coordinating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Supporting implementation of public health initiatives
- Sub-County ECDE Officers
Reference: KCPSB/EDU/ECDE/10/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 08
Number of Posts: 3
The Sub-County ECDE Officers will support management and coordination of ECDE activities within assigned sub-counties.
The role is focused on enhancing educational standards and supporting administration of ECDE centres.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Supervising ECDE centres within designated sub-counties
- Supporting curriculum implementation and compliance
- Coordinating educational monitoring activities
- Supporting teacher management and development
- Preparing programme reports and educational assessments
- Coordinating stakeholder engagement in ECDE programmes
- Monitoring learning environment standards
- Supporting implementation of county education policies
- Protocol Officer/Reception Officer I
Reference: KCPSB/ADM/PO/R/11/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 09
Number of Posts: 1
The Protocol Officer/Reception Officer I will support protocol management and reception operations within county administration offices.
The role focuses on customer service, visitor coordination, and official communication support.
Duties may include:
- Receiving and guiding visitors and guests
- Supporting protocol arrangements for official functions
- Managing front-office communication
- Handling inquiries and directing correspondence
- Coordinating meeting schedules and appointments
- Supporting office administrative operations
- Maintaining reception records and documentation
- Assisting in event coordination activities
- Weight & Measures Officer
Reference: KCPSB/WMO/TRD/12/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 09
Number of Posts: 1
The Weight & Measures Officer will support enforcement of standards related to trade measurements and commercial compliance.
The role is important in ensuring fairness and accuracy in commercial transactions.
Key duties may include:
- Inspecting weighing and measuring equipment
- Conducting compliance checks in business premises
- Supporting enforcement of trade measurement regulations
- Issuing inspection and compliance reports
- Educating traders on legal measurement standards
- Investigating complaints related to weights and measures
- Supporting calibration and verification activities
- Maintaining inspection records and reports
- ENT Surgeon
Reference: KCPSB/MOH/ENTS/13/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 03
Number of Posts: 1
The ENT Surgeon position has been re-advertised and falls under the County Department of Health.
The role involves provision of specialized medical services related to ear, nose, and throat conditions.
Responsibilities may include:
- Diagnosing and treating ENT-related conditions
- Performing specialized surgical procedures
- Managing patient consultations and follow-up care
- Supervising clinical management within the specialty
- Participating in emergency surgical services
- Maintaining medical and surgical records
- Supporting healthcare quality improvement initiatives
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams
- Orthopedic Surgeon
Reference: KCPSB/MOH/OS/14/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 03
Number of Posts: 1
The Orthopedic Surgeon will provide specialized orthopedic and trauma care services within county healthcare facilities.
The officer will support diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Conducting orthopedic assessments and consultations
- Performing orthopedic surgical procedures
- Managing trauma and musculoskeletal injuries
- Supporting rehabilitation and follow-up care
- Supervising orthopedic clinical services
- Maintaining patient records and surgical reports
- Participating in emergency healthcare services
- Supporting mentorship and training activities
- Principal Agricultural Technical Training Centre (Kamweti)
Reference: KCPSB/ALVF/PATT/15/15/05/26
Job Grade: CPSB 05
Number of Posts: 1
The Principal Agricultural Technical Training Centre (Kamweti) will oversee management and administration of the agricultural training institution.
The role focuses on institutional leadership, training coordination, and development of agricultural education programmes.
Responsibilities may include:
- Managing operations of the training centre
- Supervising academic and administrative activities
- Coordinating agricultural training programmes
- Supporting curriculum implementation and institutional development
- Managing staff performance and resource allocation
- Coordinating partnerships and stakeholder engagement
- Monitoring institutional performance and reporting
- Supporting training quality assurance initiatives
Application Process
Interested candidates are expected to submit applications in accordance with the instructions provided by the Kirinyaga County Public Service Board. Applicants should ensure they indicate the correct reference number for the position applied for.
Candidates are advised to review the detailed job requirements and application procedures through the official county recruitment portal before submission of applications.
The vacancies provide opportunities for professionals seeking careers in county government administration, healthcare, trade development, education management, and technical services.
Applications should be submitted before the stated closing dates indicated in the official advertisement.
