Office of the Controller of Budget Research and Planning Office Jobs in Kenya

Office of the Controller of Budget Research and Planning Office Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for developing and implementing of research policies,systems and procedures to guide research programs in the office of the Controller of Budget. The position is also responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of the strategic plan for the office of the Controller of Budget.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

Implementing and reviewing strategies, frameworks, programmes,work plans, legislation, policies, guidelines, procedure manuals and regulations for the OCOB;

Analyzing formats of requisitions for approvals of withdrawals

Promoting Prudent Utilization of Public funds to devise innovative ways of deterring malpractices and fraud;

Implementing research on compliance to budgetary ceilings by Parliament on national and county government expenditure in line with section 5(d) of the Controller of Budget Act, 2016;

Implementing research and preparation of special reports on particular issues upon a request by the President or Parliament in accordance with Article 254 (2) of the Constitution;

Undertaking research on topical issues on the revenue and expenditure trends to inform policy;

Reviewing and making recommendations on County Fiscal Strategy Papers and Budget Policy Statements in line with section 8 of the Controller of Budget Act, 2016;

Collecting, collating and analyzing macro-economic and socio-economic fiscal data;

Undertaking research activities on matters that have come to the attention of the Controller of Budget in accordance with Article 252(1)(a);

Undertaking feasibility studies and service delivery surveys on matters that come to the attention of the COB;

Maintaining data information and documentation centres for information sharing;

Replicating innovations and patenting of intellectual property rights;

Undertaking research and advising on the effect of emerging trends on budget implementation;

Implementing business continuity plans. Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility

Developing and Implementing the budget for the department

Responsibility for Physical Assets

Responsible for the assets assigned by the office of the Controller of Budget as per office’s asset register

Promoting Prudent Utilization of Public Funds

Decision Making / Job Influence

Advisory

Analytical

Operational

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 received from public entities which may result in false or misleading reports.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics,Information Science, Knowledge Management, Communication, Finance, Research or equivalent from a recognized institution

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Must be a member of a related professional body

Previous relevant work experience required. At least three (3) years of experience in a relevant field

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

Proficiency in computer applications

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010


How to Apply

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.

Applications should be sent by post or hand delivered to our office addressed to:

Promoting Prudent Utilization of Public Funds
The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 Nairobi

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