Senior Economist I/Senior Statistician I - 2 Posts

The position of Senior Economist I/Senior Statistician I, offering 2 posts, is a permanent and pensionable role within the County Government of Kitui. This role requires demonstrated administrative and professional competence to manage key economic and statistical functions at a senior level.

Salary and Terms of Service

Salary Scale: Ksh. 58,360 x 2,750 – 61,110 x 2,920 – 64,030 x 3,080 – 67,110 x 3,540 – 70,650 x 3,690 – 74,340 x 3,890 – 78,230 x 3,900 – 82,130 x 4,010 – 86,140 x 4,060 – 90,200 per month. Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Supervision of several Economists I/Statisticians I.
• Assisting in formulation of economic and statistical policies.
• Initiation, implementation and appraisal of national, rural or urban development strategies and projects.

Requirements for Appointment

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Citizen of Kenya.
• Served at the level of Senior Economist II/Senior Statistician II, Job Group ‘M’ for a minimum period of three (3) years.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Economics and Mathematics or Economics and Statistics from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated administrative and professional competence in executing work at this level.
• Attained qualifications in Economics or Statistics of at least Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil.) level or their equivalent recognized qualifications.