Job Requirements
i. Be a Kenyan.
ii. Have a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
iii. Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
iv. Membership of a professional body relevant to the position applied for and in good standing will be an added advantage.
v. Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position.
vi. Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all laws relevant to Devolution.
vii. Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives and vision 2030.
viii. Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
ix. Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
x. Have capacity to work under pressure and to comply with timelines.
xi. Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
xii. Satisfies the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
xiii. Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the national values and principles of governance and values and principles of public service as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya respectively.
xiv. Be computer literate.
Job Description
The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in a specific department in respect of exercise of delegated power and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member for administration of a County Sector. The Specific Duties and Responsibilities are as follows
i. The day today administration of a County Sector.
ii. Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery.
iii. Formulation and implementation of effective programs for the Sector.
iv. Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
v. Implementation of policies and regulations.
vi. Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
vii. Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.