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Call for Submissions on Pending Bills

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS ON PENDING BILLS

Section 148 (1) of the PFM Act, 2012 stipulates that a County Executive Committee member for finance shall, except as otherwise provided by law, in writing designate accounting officers to be responsible for managing the finances of the County Government entities as is specified in the designation. Pending bills form part of the County Government finances which have to be managed.

During the 56th Madaraka Day celebrations held on 1st June 2019, H.E The President called upon the County Governments to settle all genuine pending bills.

The Inter-Governmental Budget and Economic Council (IBEC) held a meeting on 18th June, 2019 and provided a framework for resolution of the ineligible pending bills. Accordingly, all County Governments were required to establish County Pending Bills Committee.

The Government of Makueni County has already established the Pending Bills Committee with clear mandate as stipulated in the Terms of Reference.

In regard to the above we are calling upon all Suppliers, Contractors and Staff with pending bill/s against the County Government of Makueni as at 30th June 2020 to submit their claim documents addressed to the undersigned and clearly labelled ‘Pending Bills’. The documents should be dropped at the White Box labelled ‘Pending Bills’ located at the County Treasury offices at MAP by close of business on 15th July,2021.

The County Executive Committee Member for Finance and Socio Economic Planning & Head of County Treasury

P.O BOX 78-90300

Makueni

Email:pendingbills@makueni.go.ke

Call for Interns

The Government of Makueni County would like to engage recently graduated students (2018/2019) from Makueni as interns in the different Directorates and Functions in the Department of Gender, Children, Culture & Social Services. The internship Program Shall run for four months and is non-renewable.

Makueni County utilizes internship as a tool for developing skills among the youth and molding interns to become responsible citizens who will contribute effectively in the socio-economic development of the County, Country and the World.

We invite candidates to apply for the internship opportunities in the following Directorates/ Functions:

  • Social Services (8 positions):-Desired qualifications; Degree/Diploma in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Community Development or any other relevant social science course.
  • Culture, Music & Arts (2 positions):-
  • Culture (1 Position)-Desired qualifications; Degree/Diploma in Sociology, Archaeology & Anthropology or any other related course
  • Music and Arts(1 Position)-Desired Qualifications; Degree/Diploma in Media Studies, Videography, Filming or any other related courses
  • Civil works for PWD center (2 positions):-Desired Qualifications-Degree//Diploma in Building and Construction Management; Civil Engineering or any other construction related course
  • Tetheka Fund (2 positions):-Desired qualifications Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance or any other finance related course
  • Procurement (2 positions):- Desired qualifications-Degree/Diploma in Procurement and supply chain management 

Requirements

  1. Application Letter
  2. Duly filled Application form (download form from HERE)
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Degree/Diploma or a Letter of completion from University/College (for those yet to graduate)
  5. Copies of academic certificates and transcripts
  6. KRA PIN
  7. Copy of national ID
  8. Copy of certificate of good conduct

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Download the application form, attach the above mentioned documents and submit them in a sealed envelope addressed to:

Chief Officer

Department of Gender, Children, Culture & Social Services

Government of Makueni County,

P.O BOX 78-90300,

Makueni.

All applications should be hand delivered to the office of Chief Officer-Gender, Children, Culture & Social Services located at the County Commissioner’s Office Building, on Third Floor, in Wote, by Close of Business 14/01/2020.

CABINET SECRETARY FOR HEALTH SUSAN NAKHUMICHA EARLIER TODAY ARRIVED IN WOTE, MAKUENI, FOR A SPOT CHECK ON UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE ROLL OUT AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON SOCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE REGULATIONS 2024.

Cabinet Secretary for Health Susan Nakhumicha earlier today arrived in Wote, Makueni, for a spot check on Universal Health Care roll out and Public Participation on Social Health Insurance regulations 2024. The CS is hosted by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr and Senator Daniel Maanzo.

BUSINESS OWNERS IN MAKUENI COUNTY CAN NOW PAY FOR THEIR SINGLE BUSINESS PERMITS AND HEALTH LICENSES IN INSTALMENTS, WITH OPTIONS FOR QUARTERLY, HALF-YEARLY, OR ANNUAL PAYMENTS.

Business owners in Makueni County will now have the option to pay for their permits in instalments quarterly, half yearly or annually for single business permits and health Licenses.

At a public participation exercise to discuss the Proposed Makueni Finance Bill 2024 in Wote town, attended by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, the county also said traders who pay for their permits in a lumpsum annually will get discounts.

Small businesses will get 10% discount of the unified invoice bill, medium businesses will get a10% discount of the unified invoice bill while large Businesses will get 5% discount of the unified invoice bill.

The county also retained the 2023 charges and fees for the following sectors; Boda boda: Kshs. 500 annual sticker, market entrance fees remains as currently charged at Kshs 40, 50, 80, 100 and 200, hawking fees remain as currently charged at Kshs 40 while there will be no impounding and confiscation of goods.

The County will also take steps to stop tax evasion to ensure that fees and levies are not hiked. The event was attended by Deputy Governor, Lucy Mulili, area MCA Felix Mateso, CECMs Damaris Kavoi, Finance, Japheth Mangoka, Devolution, Sebastian Kyoni, Roads and Nicholas Nzioka, Lands, among others.

BUSIA COUNTY SEEKS TO LEARN FROM MAKUENI’S PROJECT MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY

Busia County has expressed interest in adopting Makueni’s advanced Project Monitoring and Tracking System (PMTS) to enhance project oversight, transparency and service delivery.

A delegation from Makueni, On Invitation of H.E Dr. Paul Otuoma led by CECM ICT, Education and Internship Elizabeth Muli, County Attorney Stanley Nthiwa, Chief Officer Irene Makau and Acting Director ICT Benjamin Makau, among other officials, is in Busia for a two-day engagement to initiate the process of onboarding Busia County to the PMTS

Under the leadership of H.E. Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, Makueni has prioritized technology-driven governance, with PMTS playing a key role in enhancing efficiency, accountability and timely project implementation.

Busia’s leadership, represented by County Secretary Oscar Juma and CECM for Public Service Pamela Awori, welcomed the partnership, acknowledging Makueni’s success in using technology to enhance accountability and ensure timely project execution.

This collaboration marks a major step in Busia’s efforts to integrate digital solutions for better governance.

BURSARY LAUNCH, ELIMISHA MAKUENI.

H.E Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has demonstrated unwavering commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for Makueni County’s youth. Under his leadership, the county has allocated Ksh 114.9 million for the January 2025 bursary program, aiming to support bright and needy students across all 30 wards.

The Bursary Launch was presided over by CECM ICT, Education & Internship Elizabeth Muli and CECM Devolution & Administration Nicholas Nzioka at Wote MIVEC Center.

The launch brought together key administrative figures, including Sub-County Administrators, Ward Administrators, Sub-Ward Administrators , ECDE Coordinators and County CTTIs Managers. Their collective presence underscored the county’s unified commitment to ensuring that educational opportunities reach every deserving student.

CECM Elizabeth Muli emphasized the dedication to education, stating that this bursary program reflects County’s unwavering commitment to invest in the future of our children by providing them with the necessary resources to succeed academically.

The application process is open from January 3 to January 24, 2025, with forms available at Village or Ward Administrator’s Offices and online for university and college students at www.elimisha.makueni.go.ke

CECM Nicholas Nzioka highlighted the collaborative efforts of the county’s administrative framework, noting that the involvement of our administrators at all levels ensures that the bursary allocation process is transparent, equitable and reaches those who need it most.

The presence of CTTI Managers at the launch also highlights the county’s focus on technical and vocational education, recognizing its vital role in equipping youth with practical skills for the job market.

As the application period commences, the county government encourages all eligible students to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to further their education and contribute positively to the community.

BUNGOMA HEALTH DELEGATION TOURS MAKUENI REFERRAL HOSPITAL TO BENCHMARK INNOVATIONS.

A high-level delegation of 18 senior health officials from Bungoma County visited Makueni County Referral Hospital to assess some of its flagship innovations, including the hospital’s acclaimed solarization project.

The delegation comprising the CECM and the chief officer for Health, members of the County Assembly Health Committee, and other senior representatives was received by Makueni County CECM for Health Services, Joyce Mutua, Chief Officer for Health Dr. Harvey Mulei, and Hospital CEO Martha Munyao.

During the tour, the officials commended the hospital’s exceptional standards of cleanliness, its growing telemedicine program, and a range of other transformative initiatives that have strengthened service delivery.

They also applauded Makueni’s transparent healthcare systems, noting them as a model worth emulating.

The team further explored opportunities for inter-county collaboration, including potential partnerships with the Makueni Fruit Processing Plant to enhance nutrition and community health programs.

BUILDING SKILLS FOR COMPLIANCE AND COMPETITIVE EXPORTS

Proper knowledge on pest prevalence, export licensing processes, farm production certification and horticulture traceability remains essential for farmers to unlock full value from their produce.

In Makueni County, mango, orange and avocado farmers increasingly require this information to meet export standards and access global markets.

It is against this backdrop that a capacity-building forum for agricultural extension officers has entered its second day, focusing on strengthening extension systems for export readiness, compliance, and market access.

The forum, attended by Ag. CECM for Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development Damaris Kavoi is organized by TradeMark Africa through East Africa Market Development Associates.

Facilitated by experts from KEPHIS, HCD, and ICIPE, the training aims to equip officers with practical skills to guide farmers in meeting export requirements.

Kavoi noted that empowering extension officers is key to transforming farmers into competitive exporters.

The forum was also attended by Chief Officers Japheth Kiminza Mutuku and Felistus Mutune

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

The Department of ICT, Education, and Internship is hosting a Music Festival for Early Childhood Learners to showcase the incredible abilities of our young learners and reinforce the importance of cultural heritage and community spirit.

By nurturing these nascent talents and encouraging participation in such enriching activities, Makueni is llaying a strong foundation for the holistic development of our children.