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The Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB) was established under Article 228 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and became operational in August 2011. OCOB is mandated to oversee the implementation of the budgets of the National and County Governments by authorizing withdrawals from public
The Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB) is seeking a highly competent and experienced Senior Fiscal Analyst to be responsible for the performance analysis of County Government Budgets, reviewing withdrawal requests, and preparing statutory and special reports.
Senior Fiscal Analyst - Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB)
Job Overview
Positions Available: Not Specified
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: 1st April 2025 (5:00 pm)
Salary: Competitive remuneration package offered
Job Summary
The Senior Fiscal Analyst will be responsible for performance analysis of County Government Budgets, reviewing withdrawal requests from Public Funds, and preparing statutory and special reports to ensure fiscal accountability and compliance.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implement policies, strategies, frameworks, work plans, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures, and regulations for the OCOB.
- Compile and analyze requests for withdrawals from the County Revenue Fund and other public funds requiring COB approval.
- Coordinate the preparation of budget implementation and monitoring reports for County Governments and make recommendations to the COB.
- Implement formats for requisitions and approvals of fund withdrawals.
- Enforce budgetary ceilings set by Parliament on County Governments’ expenditure.
- Provide technical advice on the preparation of special reports requested by the President, Parliament, or County Assembly.
- Provide technical advice on special reports to Parliament and County Assembly regarding withheld funds.
- Review and make recommendations for every County Fiscal Strategy Paper, County Budget Review Outlook Paper, and County Debt Management Strategy Paper.
- Ensure alignment of County fiscal documents with the Budget Policy Statement and the County Integrated Development Plan.
- Prepare quarterly budget implementation reports for County Governments.
- Prepare special reports on specific issues requested by Accounting Officers at the County level.
- Ensure proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures at the County level.
- Publicize reports submitted to County Assemblies.
- Investigate and publicize reports from County Governments on matters brought to the COB’s attention.
- Attend County Assembly sessions and follow up on the implementation of recommendations.
- Ensure accounting officers comply with and implement recommendations from COB reports.
- Maintain a Risk Management Register and advise on mitigating measures for addressing risks in the Counties.
- Conduct capacity-building initiatives on public participation in budget implementation.
- Ensure business continuity plans are developed and operational in the Counties.
- Implement Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) in the Counties.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and foster a corporate culture promoting ethical practices.
- Implement OCOB’s strategic plans, budgets, and performance contracts.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- CPA (K), ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
- Membership in good standing with a relevant professional body.
- Served for a cumulative period of six (6) years, three (3) of which must be at the grade of Fiscal Analyst or a comparable position.
- Certificate in a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
- Demonstrated professional competence and ability reflected in work performance and results.
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, along with copies of your certificates, testimonials, and national identity card. You should also provide the names of two referees familiar with your previous work/academic experience, including their telephone, postal, and email addresses.
Successful candidates MUST present clearances and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing copies of the following:
- Tax compliance certificate from KRA,
- Certificate of Good Conduct from DCI,
- Clearance certificate from HELB, and Clearance Form from EACC.
Applications should be sent by post or hand-delivered to:
To reach the Office of the Controller of Budget by 1st April 2025 at 5.00 pm.
📌 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. It is a criminal offense to provide false information and documents in the job application.
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