Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : BUDGET OFFICER - PIP (Code- EDU23-00952)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1 Assist in monitoring and controlling of Revenue and Expenditure and ensuring strategic directions for the level of performances are on target and administration is effective, efficient and transparent.

1.2 Ensure Cash is made available according to planned Program schedules and where there are resource restraints assist in administering according to executive directions and the corporate priorities.

1.3 Assist in providing financial advice to all levels of management.

1.4 Assist in updating the database of commitment and expenditures

1.5 Maintain good corporate image and prudence in the administration of Government Appropriated to Division: 235.

 

2. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE,  SKILLS, WORK EXPERIENCES

2.1 Qualifications

2.1.1 Diploma qualification in Accounting, Business Management or Economics.

2.1.2 Degree qualification in Accounting or Business Management highly desirable.

2.2 Knowledge

2.2.1 Wide knowledge in accountant/budgeting/trust administration procedures in government; and administration experience at middle management level also essential. 

2.2.2 Sound Knowledge of the current budget and financial policies and procedures as well as associated legislations and instructions.

2.3 Skills

2.3.1 Budget skill

2.3.2 Cost Benefit and analysis 

2.3.3 Effective Human Relations

2.3.4 Communication

2.3.5 Numeracy

2.3.6 Computer literacy.

2.4 Work Experience

2.4.1 More than three years’ work experience in similar positions in the Public Service sector.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K38,145 – K46,621

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE