Lodwar Municipality Manager at Turkana County Government

Turkana is the 2nd largest county in Kenya 77,000 sq.km. It is also the north-western most county in Kenya and is known mostly for its scenic landscapes and rich culture.

REF: TUR/CPSB/006/2022/202

Requirements and competencies for appointment: –

• Be a Kenyan Citizen


• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya.


• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.


• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (10) years in a Senior Management position in Public Service or Private Sector.


• Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.


• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.


• Have wide knowledge in urban development policies and financial management.


• Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives and Kenya Vision 2030.


• Should have a thorough understanding of socio-economic dynamics of Turkana County.


• Have Effective Communication and interpersonal Skills.


• Must have attended senior management course or strategic leadership development course.

Duties and responsibilities: –

Reports to the Municipality Board, the Officer will serve as the Secretary, Accounting and authorized Officer for the Municipality and will also be responsible for the following:

• Overseeing affairs of the Municipality


• Developing and adopting Short, Medium and Long term policies, plan, strategies and programmes, and may set targets for delivery of services;


• Formulating and implementing the municipal integrated Development plan (MIDP);


• Controlling Land use, land sub-division, land development and zoning by public and private sectors for any purpose, including industry, commerce, markets, shopping and other employment centers, residential areas, recreational areas, parks, entertainment, passenger transport, agriculture, and freight and transit stations within the framework of the spatial and master plans for the city or municipality as may be delegated by the county government;


• Maintaining a comprehensive database and information system for the administration and provide public access thereto upon payment of a nominal fee to be determined by the municipality board;

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