Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, December 10, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Vacancies In The Department Of Youth, Gender, Sports, Culture And Social Services

1. Ref No. CPSB/TTC/072/2022

Position: Culture Officer II JOB GROUP CPSB 09

Number of Posts: One (1) Post
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Basic Salary Scale: As provided for by the Salaries and Remunerations Commission

Duties and responsibilities
1. Ensure the county cultural policies and procedures are followed.
2. Advice on all issues relating to culture, music and art at the county level.
3. Monitor and evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of delivery of the cultural activities in the county.
4. Coordinate the organization of local events/activities for communities and educational tours at the county.
5. Organize county and external cultural exchange programmes for promotion of integration and cohesion among the people of Kenya as well as engaging county cultural groups for participation in regional and international exchange programmes Co-ordinate cultural promotion projects/programmes and strategies as well as income generating cultural activities in the county.
6. Document viable elements of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) for inscription and safeguarding.
7. Facilitate capacity building workshops, exhibitions, symposia, seminars, concerts, and art to promote cultural development in the county.
8. Promote Inter-Sub County and inter-ethnic cultural co-operation for mutual respect and enrichment of the county's cultural identity and national unity.
9. Identify and vet cultural and entertainment groups for public functions to ensure they are in compliance with the set standards.
10. Monitor and evaluate cultural programmes and prepare the necessary periodic reports for management.
11. Ensure that all cultural facilities have the required facilities in terms of equipment Oversee preparation of cultural groups participating during county, national and international functions and events.

Requirements for Appointment
1. Bachelor Degree in any of the following disciplines; Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Archeology, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Kiswahili and Literary studies, Indigenous languages or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
2. Computer literacy.
3. Knowledge of relevant legislation.
4. Knowledge of professional standards relevant to the area of work.
5. Communication skills
6. Interpersonal skills
7. Organizational skills
8. Ability to work under pressure
9. Ability to work well with teams
10. Problem solving skills
11. Supervisory skills

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
All applications should be addressed and delivered to:
The Secretary/CEO County Public Service Board
Private Bag VOI
OR

Hand delivered at the at the County Public Service Board offices in Voi; located opposite Dan Mwanzo Hall, along the Moi County Referral Hospital and River Jordan Medical Centre.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Candidates MUST clearly indicate the position being applied for by quoting the vacancy reference number.
2. Candidates MUST attach a clear copy of their national identity card or valid passport.
3. The applications with copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials should reach the County Public Service Board on or before Friday, 13th January 2023.
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
5. Youth, women and persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.
6. Candidates found canvassing will automatically be disqualified.

Warning: Beware of fraudsters! The Taita Taveta County Public Service Board does not charge any fees for purposes of processing applications or facilitating interviews. In case of people soliciting for bribes, the same should be reported to the nearest police station.

The Board’s official telephone number remains 0710988455.

SECRETARY/CEO
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

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