The County Government of Vihiga, in accordance with Section 44 and 58A of the County Governments Act CAP. 265, invites applications from qualified, result-oriented, and self-driven Kenyan citizens for the critical role of County Secretary. This opportunity presents a chance to serve at the topmost echelon of county administration, offering strategic guidance and administrative leadership in the management of county affairs.
As the linchpin between the Executive and County Public Service, the County Secretary is a pivotal role that supports the realization of Vihiga’s vision of inclusive development, good governance, and efficient public service delivery. If you’re a seasoned professional with a passion for leadership and service, this is your chance to contribute meaningfully to county development.
Position: County Secretary
Job Group: As prescribed by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract, renewable once
Duty Station: County Government Headquarters, Mbale – Vihiga County
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
As the County Secretary, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Head of County Public Service:
- Provide leadership to the county public service ensuring professional, efficient, and accountable service delivery.
- Oversee coordination and alignment of all county departments to ensure smooth service delivery and policy implementation.
- County Executive Committee Secretary:
- Arrange and coordinate the business of the County Executive Committee.
- Keep accurate and up-to-date minutes of executive meetings and ensure their safekeeping.
- Communication of Executive Decisions:
- Convey decisions and directives of the County Executive Committee to the relevant departments, persons, or institutions.
- Ensure timely and correct interpretation and implementation of such decisions.
- Any Other Functions:
- Undertake any other roles assigned by the County Executive Committee to support the county government’s mandate and objectives.
Requirements for Appointment:
To be considered for this role, a candidate must:
- Be a Kenyan citizen;
- Hold a degree from a recognized university in Kenya;
- Possess at least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience;
- Have served in a leadership position for a minimum of five (5) years at senior management level in either the public or private sector;
- Fulfill the leadership and integrity requirements as per Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Additional Application Requirements:
Each applicant must submit the following documents alongside their application:
- A cover letter;
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV);
- A certified copy of National ID or valid passport;
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and relevant testimonials;
- Certified copy of registration certificate from professional body (if applicable);
- Letter of recognition from CUE for candidates with foreign degrees;
- The following documents to meet Chapter Six requirements:
- Valid clearance certificate from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI);
- Valid KRA Tax Compliance Certificate;
- Valid HELB Clearance Certificate;
- Valid EACC Self-Declaration Form;
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) clearance.
Application Procedure
Applicants must clearly indicate “Application for the position of County Secretary” on the envelope or in the email subject line. Applications can be submitted through any of the following methods:
- Manual Delivery
Deliver your application by hand to:
Office of the Governor
1st Floor, County Government Headquarters Building
Mbale, Vihiga County - Email Submission
Email your application (in PDF format only) to:
[email protected] - Postal Delivery
Send your application to:
The Chairperson, Selection Panel
Office of the Governor
County Government of Vihiga
P.O. Box 344 – 50300
Maragoli
Deadline for Applications:
All applications must be received on or before 7th May, 2025.
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Shortlisted candidates must appear before the relevant committee of the County Assembly of Vihiga for vetting.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- The County Government of Vihiga is committed to fair competition and merit-based recruitment. We encourage applications from women, youth, minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.
- Original copies of all relevant documents must be produced during the interview.
- Presentation of forged documents is a criminal offence.
For More Information:
For full details of the duties and job description, please visit our county website at: https://vihiga.go.ke
How to Apply:
Apply through email, manual delivery, or postal submission as outlined above. Ensure all required documents are attached.
