Job Description
CO-OPERATIVE OFFICER 1 – JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) - (4 POSTS)
Oversee cooperative activities in several societies at the sub county level.
This position is responsible for promotion and advisory on cooperative
services and presiding over elections.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Advise on cooperative investments by offering suitable solutions and
recommendations on any issues that arise in the special and annual
general meetings.
• Ensure compliance with cooperative Legislation through assisting in
formulation of policy regulations as in line with the regulations.
• Conduct cooperative education and training for cooperative members,
committee members and staff
• Assist in sourcing and utilization of credit facilities in the cooperative
societies.
• Promote new cooperative societies by conducting pre-cooperative
meetings and facilitating the process of registration
• Facilitate dispute resolution in cooperative societies through mediation
and arbitration at the sub county level
• Advise on cooperative investments by offering suitable solutions and
recommendations on any issues that arise.
• Ensure compliance with cooperative Legislation through assisting in
formulation of policy regulations as in line with the regulations.
• Collect data on potential areas and policy formulation in order to ensure
that effective development of strategies to promote cooperative
development within the county.
• Develop and monitor work plans for cooperatives in order to ensure
accountability and set goals are met.
• Prepare quarterly reports to be presented to the top management for
further analysis and recommendations
• Preside over cooperatives elections to ensure transparent free and fair
elections.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, and Economics,
Entrepreneurship or related field from a recognized University.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Constitution of Kenya 2010,
County Government Act of 2012 etc.
• Knowledge of the Cooperative Societies Act, 2012
• Served in the position of Cooperative Officer II for a minimum of Three (3)
years’ or 4 years’ experience in a related area within the Public Service or
Private Sector.
• Strong Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
• Problem solving skills
• Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)