Carpentry and Joinery III, CSG 15/ JG 'E' (Nine (9) Posts)
This is an entry and training grade for the artisan cadre within the State Department for Livestock Development. A candidate at this level will work under the guidance of a designated supervisor, focusing on essential carpentry and joinery tasks necessary for maintaining public infrastructure.
Terms of Service
Terms of Service: One (1) year contract
Salary and Benefits
| Item | Amount/Detail |
| :--- | :--- |
| Salary Scale | Ksh. 21,120 x 580-21,700 x 640 -22,340 x 680-23,020-700- 23,720 x 780- 24,500 x 800 - 25,300 x 950 - 26,250 p.m. |
| House Allowance | Kshs. 6,500 p.m. |
| Commuter Allowance | Kshs. 3,000 p.m. |
| Leave Allowance | Kshs. 6,500 (Once yearly) |
| Leave Entitlement | 30 working days |
| Medical Cover | As provided by the government |
Duties and Responsibilities
The responsibilities associated with this entry-level position include:
Making, installing, repairing, and maintaining carpentry works in public buildings and facilities.
Measuring and cutting wood, assembling and fastening materials.
Operating wood work machinery and equipment.
Collecting data for records and inventory pertaining to carpentry works in public buildings and facilities.
Adhering to safety protocols in the provision of carpentry works in building.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
A Government Trade Test Certificate Grade III in Carpentry and Joinery from a recognized institution; and
Proficiency in Computer applications.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make their applications by completing One (1) application for PSC form (Revised 2016). The form can be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke.
Please Note:
Applicants should STRICTLY submit application for ONE post only.
Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The State Department is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya's diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. Therefore, people with disabilities, the marginalized, and the minorities are encouraged to apply.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of following documents during interviews: National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts. It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Beware of fraudsters soliciting for bribes from the public while masquerading as Staff of the State Department. The State Department does not charge any fee for job applications, shortlisting, interviews or appointments.
Completed application forms and certified copies of academic and professional certificates should reach:
THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, STATE DEPARTMENT FOR LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; P.O BOX 34188-00100 NAIROBI
OR
Hand delivered to KILIMO HOUSE, 2ND FLOOR WING "A" -ROOM 2- 17
DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE 28TH FEBRUARY, 2026, AT 1700 HRS. EAT.
