Nyamira County Massive Recruitment of County Chief Officers in Kenya

Aug 28, 2017

Republic of Kenya
 

County Government of Nyamira
 

Vacancy Announcement
 

County Public Service Board
 

Nyamira
County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified
citizens to fill the following positions as per the Constitution of
Kenya 2010 and the County Government Act 2012 Sections 44 and 45:
 

County Chief Officers 

(12 Positions)
 

The County Chief Officers shall be in-charge of the following portfolios

1. Finance and Planning


2. Lands, Housing and Urban Development


3. Environment, Water, Mining and Natural Resources


4. Health Services


5. Transport, Roads and Public Works


6. Trade, Tourism, and Cooperative Development


7. Public Service Management


8. Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries


9. Education and Youth Empowerment


10. Gender, Sports, Culture and Social Services


11. Results Office - Office of the Governor


12. Special Programmes - Office of the Deputy Governor

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Chief Officer shall be the accounting and authorized officer in respect of exercise of delegated powers and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member for:

• Day to day administration of the department


• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery within the department


• Implementation of policies and programs within the department


• Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development goals including performance management


• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain Vision 2030


• Promote National values and principles of governance & values and principles of public service as outlined in Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen


• Be a holder of at least Bachelors degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya


• Possession of a masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage


• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic development objectives and plans of Vision 2030


• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than 10 years at a senior management level


• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented


• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010


• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity


• Proof of registration with the relevant professional body will be an added advantage


• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution

For candidates to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya applicants must obtain the following:
 

(a) Tax compliance certificate from KRA
(b) Clearance certificate from HELB
(c) Clearance certificate from Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission (EACC)
(d) Certificate of good conduct from Criminal Investigation Department
(e) Credit Reference Bureau clearance
 

Those who are currently working with the County government and are interested are encouraged to apply. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

The County Government is an equal opportunity employer. 

Women and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 

Terms of Service: Contract of 2 years, renewable subject to satisfactory service delivery
 

Salary: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission Guidelines

Application Procedure

All
applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly
indicating the position applied for on the top left side and addressed
to:
 

The Secretary/CEO
Nyamira County Public Service Board,
MEA Complex,
P.O Box 434 - 40500 

Nyamira
 

Hand
delivered applications should be dropped at the offices of the County
Public Service Board offices located at MEA Complex on or before 6th
September, 2017
 

Shortlisted candidates will be required to
produce their original identity cards, academic and professional
certificates and testimonials

When applying please remember to attach dully filled Application form DOWNLOADABLE HERE