The Republic of Kenya
County Government of Kakamega
Office of the Governor
Vacancies
Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County
Government Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites
applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following
vacant positions:
Position: County Chief Officers (13 Posts)
Job Group ‘S’
The 13 posts are in the following Ministries:
County Treasury and Economic Planning (2)
i) Finance
ii) Planning
Education, Science and Technology, and ICT.
Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Co-operatives (3)
Agriculture and Co-operatives
Fisheries Development
Livestock Development
Health Services
Lands, Housing, Urban Areas and Physical Planning.
Public Service and Administration
Transport & Infrastructure
Labour, Social Services, Culture, Youth and Sports.
Environment, Natural Resources, Energy, Water and Forestry.
Industrialization, Trade and Tourism.
Duties and responsibilities
The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in a specific ministry
and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee
Member.
Duties will include:
The administration of a county ministry.
Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
Development and Implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
Implementation of Policies and regulations.
Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery.
Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good
governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of
Kenya.
Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements:
Be a Kenya citizen.
Have a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the
relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position,
Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030,
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as
outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Be computer literate.
Remuneration
Salary: Kshs.120, 270- Kshs.180,660 p.m.
House allowance: Kshs.56, 000 p.m.
Other Allowances: Kshs20, 000 p.m
Terms of service: Contract.
How to apply
All applications should submit their applications together with copies
of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional
certificates, testimonials, National Identity card or Passport, and any
other supporting documents.
The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their constituency of origin.
Applications should be submitted to:
Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 36-50100
Kakamega
Hand delivered applications can be submitted to the County Headquarters at the Customer Care Desk.
All applications should reach this office on or before 23rd July 2013.
County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunities employer, all are encouraged to apply