County Chief Officer, Public Service Management

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Departmental Leadership: Serve as the authorized officer and accounting officer, overseeing the general administration of a county department.
• Strategic Execution: Formulate and implement programs specifically designed to attain Vision 2030 and relevant sector goals.
• Planning and Development: Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
• Policy Management: Oversee the implementation of departmental policies and regulations while providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery.
• Governance and Ethics: Ensure departmental compliance with National Values and Principles of Good Governance as well as Values and Principles of Public Service (Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010).
• General Oversight: Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the relevant authorities from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Nationality: Must be a Kenyan citizen.
• Academic Qualifications: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Professional Experience: At least 10 years of professional experience in a relevant field, with a minimum of 5 years served in a senior or managerial position within a large organization.
• Professional Membership: Must be registered with a relevant professional body, where applicable.
• Strategic Knowledge: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of county development objectives and Kenya’s Vision 2030.
• Core Competencies: Must be a strategic thinker, results-oriented, and possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Resilience: Ability to work under pressure and meet strict timelines effectively.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Constitutional Commitment: Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of Governance.
• ICT Skills: Must be computer literate.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the Trans Nzoia County Public Service Board recruitment portal at https://cpsbtransnzoia.co.ke. Ensure all required documents and qualifications are attached as per the portal instructions.