Assistant County Commissioner Requirements, Allowances & Salary

A District Officer (D.O.) now known as Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) is a respectable position that requires leadership skills and fairness in dispensing their duties.

To be considered for this position falls under job grade CSG-11, one must possess a bachelor’s Degree in any Social Science or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.

The duties of an ACC include:

This is the entry and training grade for the National Government Administrative Officers cadre. The officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer. Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

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Field Administration Services

• overseeing the implementation of National Government development projects in the area of jurisdiction;
•  carrying out general administrative duties;
• coordinating disaster management;
• coordinating the maintenance of law and order;
•  initiating peace-building initiatives;
• identifying persons for national and civil registration;
• coordinating campaigns against drugs, alcohol, and substance abuse; and
• ensuring the security of Government property, assets, facilities, and inventory.

Duties and responsibilities in a Ministry/Department headquarters include:

1. general office administration;
2. assisting in handling general public complaints;
3. compiling returns, and daily operations and incident reports;
4. collecting and collating data for preparation of speech briefs and report writing; and
5. updating biodata of administrative officers.

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Assistant County Commissioner salary and allowances

Salary Scale: Ksh.30,170 – 40,060 p.m. (CSG – 11)

House Allowance: Ksh.4,200 – 10,000 p.m (depending on duty station)

Commuter Allowance: Ksh.4,000 p.m

Leave Allowance: Ksh.4,000 (once yearly)

Medical Cover: As provided by the government

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