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Advert-November-2021 3
Advert-November-2021 3
The Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB) is an independent office established under
Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Pursuant to Article 252 (1) (c) of the Constitution, the OCOB seeks to recruit highly
qualified and competent staff to fill the following vacant positions.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Qualified interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the job title on
both the envelope and the cover letter.
Enclose a detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating your current
remuneration, home county, e-mail address and reliable daytime telephone contacts,
together with copies of your certificates, testimonials and national identity card. You
should also provide the names of two referees who must be familiar with your previous
work/academic experience indicating their telephone, postal and email addresses. Please
note that it is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the job
application.
Additional requirements
Candidates shortlisted for interviews for the above positions will be required to submit
the following;
Applications should be sent by post or hand delivered to our office addressed to:
so as to reach the Office of the Controller of Budget not later than 30th November, 2021
at 5.00pm.
Job Dimensions:
I. Financial Responsibility
Preparation, approval and monitoring the execution of departmental budget
II. Responsibility for Physical Assets
Responsible for the assets assigned by the office of the Controller of Budget as per the
office’s asset register
III. Decision Making/Job Influence
a) Financial
b) Analytical
c) Advisory
d) Operational
IV. Working Conditions
Is exposed to minimum disagreeable conditions. The jobholder has normal office facilities
which include own office with desk and access to a telephone.
The role is predisposed to risk of prosecution arising from incomplete/inaccurate
information published which may result in false or misleading reports and wrong
decisions being made as well as loss of funds due to the approval process.
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
Master’s Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent from a
recognized institution
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent from a
recognized institution
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
a) Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA)(K) or Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants (ACCA) or its equivalent
b) Must be a member of a recognized professional body e.g. Institute of Certified Public
Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
c) Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program or Advanced level
proficiency in managerial skills.
Previous relevant work experience required.
Six (6) years of relevant work experience in a management position from a reputable
organization
Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
a) Good understanding of national development policies, goals and objectives
b) Knowledge and experience of the Country’s Public Sector Financial Management
framework
c) Leadership skills
d) Proficiency in computer applications
e) Knowledge of the budget process
f) Knowledge of the Controller of Budget Act 2016
g) Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act 2012 and Regulations, 2015
h) Knowledge of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
i) Resource management skills
j) Ability to work under pressure
k) Conciliation, Mediation and Negotiation skills
l) Team building skills
m) Problem-solving skills/techniques
n) Report-writing and presentation skills
a) Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
Principal Fiscal Analyst, National Government
Job Title Principal Fiscal Analyst, National Government
Grade COB 5
Corporation/Organization Office of the Controller of Budget
Directorate Budget Implementation
Department National Government
Division National Government
Section / Unit N/A
Location / Work Station Headquarters
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Chief Fiscal Analyst- National Government
Direct Reports Senior Fiscal Analysts
Indirect Reports Fiscal Analysts
Job Purpose
The holder of this position is responsible for advising management on effective methods
of budget implementation. Facilitates authorization of withdrawals from Public Funds
and prepares statutory and special reports on budget implementation.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
a) Monitors the implementation of the National Government’s budgets and advises on
budgeting and budget implementation matters accordingly
b) Develops and implements guidelines and procedure manuals for exchequer
requisitions by National Government
c) Reviews exchequer requests from the Consolidated Fund and any other public fund
which by Act of Parliament requires approval of the Controller of Budget
d) Implements and enforces usage of formats of requisitions and approval of funds as
approved by the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (PSASB)
e) Prepares quarterly, annual and special reports on budget implementation on a timely
basis
f) Engages stakeholders for feedback on Budget Implementation Review Reports (BIRR)
and OCOB annual reports and develops templates for the BIRR and OCOB annual
reports based on stakeholders’ feedback.
g) Develops and implements quality assurance processes to enhance the quality of
reports by the Department.
h) Liaises with PFM stakeholders to promote the use of prescribed financial systems by
the National Treasury
i) Coordinates the preparation of special budget implementation reports
j) Assists in coordination of production of user targeted reports such as popular
versions of the BIRRs, Swahili Version of BIRR and reports that can be accessible to
PWDs
k) Develops and implements policies, systems and procedures for budget
implementation reporting
l) Analyses the Debt Management Strategy and advises accordingly
m) Reviews draft budget estimates for the national government and makes appropriate
recommendations
n) Reviews national government planning documents including the Budget Policy
Statement, Medium Term Expenditure Framework, Budget Review Outlook Paper and
makes appropriate recommendations.
o) Mentors, capacity builds and implements performance management on staff in the
department
p) Prepares departmental budgets and work plans.
q) Prepares advisory reports to guide management on transfer of funds where the
Cabinet Secretary, National Treasury stops transfer of funds to a Government entity
II. Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
a) Advises management on budgetary ceilings enforcement measures for compliance
with the COB Act, 2016
b) Coordinates preparation of special reports to Parliament, Executive and other entities
on need basis
c) Identifies and reports on emerging issues on budget implementation of the Counties
and makes recommendations to the Controller of Budget
d) Monitors compliance of budget implementation performance in accordance with the
law
e) Enforces usage of guidelines and procedures for withdrawal of public funds
f) Ensures timely and accurate preparation of monthly exchequer release reports
g) Develops and reviews budget implementation policies for prudent use of budgetary
allocations
h) Enforces budgetary ceilings as approved by Parliament
Job Dimensions:
I. Financial Responsibility
a) Reviews National Government Exchequer Requests (Kshs 2.7 Trillion)
b) Preparation and monitoring the execution of departmental budget
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of human
resource and administration policies, systems and strategies to enable the office attract,
motivate and retain a talented workforce.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
a) Oversees the development and implementation of human resources plans and budgets
b) Oversees the development and implementation of human resources management
strategy, policies, systems and procedures
c) Monitors the implementation Human Resource component of the strategic plan
d) Manages OCOB fleet in accordance with Government transport regulations
e) Advises management on appropriate organizational design to support the
implementation of the OCOB’s strategic plan
f) Oversees compliance of OCOB with National Values and Principles of Public Service
and coordinates preparation of reports to the Public Service Commission
g) Coordinates development and implementation of performance management system
and processes to improve employee productivity
h) Advises management on best practices for human resource management and labor
relations
i) Oversees OCOB’s staff training and development
j) Coordinates the development and implementation of the business continuity plan for
the department
k) Manages the OCOB payroll including preparation of personnel emoluments budget
l) Develops an appropriate career and succession management plan
m) Coordinates the recruitment and selection process
n) Monitors compliance with Part IV of the Public officer Ethics Act, 2016
a) Oversees development and implementation of the OCOB Occupational Health and
Safety
b) Manages staff medical insurance
o) Coordinates HR Audits and prepare reports
Grade COB 7
Corporation/Organization Office of the Controller of Budget
Directorate Research, Planning and Knowledge Management
Department Research and Planning
Division Monitoring and Evaluation
Section / Unit Monitoring and Evaluation
Location / Work Station Headquarters
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Direct Reports Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Indirect Reports N/A
Job Purpose
This role is responsible for the implementation of a framework for monitoring,
evaluation, and reporting as per the COB Act.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
II. Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
a) Reviews budget planning documents including Budget Policy Statement, Budget
Estimates, County Fiscal Strategy Papers and make recommendations
b) Assists in the development and implementation of the framework for monitoring
and evaluation as per the COB Act, 2016
c) Develops project specific monitoring and indicator tracking tools in consultation
with ICT department
d) Carries out monitoring and evaluation activities and prepares reports
e) Maintains a project database for monitoring and evaluation activities
f) Prepares concept papers to undertake monitoring and evaluation
g) Prepares monitoring and evaluation reports
h) Partners and collaborates with key institutions to undertake monitoring activities
i) Implements the monitoring and evaluation plan for the office of the Controller of
Budget
j) Prepares departmental work plans and budgets for the monitoring and evaluation
k) Implements the risk management framework
Job Dimensions:
I. Financial Responsibility
Job Dimensions:
I. Financial Responsibility
N/A
II. Responsibility for Physical Assets
Responsible for the personal assets assigned by the office of the Controller of Budget as
per office’s asset register
III. Decision Making / Job Influence
Operational
IV. Working Conditions
Is exposed to minimum disagreeable conditions. The jobholder has normal office
facilities which include own office with desk and access to a telephone.
Please note that it is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in
the job application.
Additional requirements
Candidates shortlisted for interviews for the above positions will be required to submit
the following;
Applications should be sent by post or hand delivered to our office addressed to:
The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 Nairobi
so as to reach the Office of the Controller of Budget not later than 30th November,
2021, at 5.00pm.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Office of the Controller of Budget is an equal opportunity employer.