This senior leadership role, County Chief Officer, Public Works and Infrastructure, serves as the authorized officer and accounting officer in the specific county department, reporting directly to the respective County Executive Committee Member.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Officer is responsible for:
- Administration of the county department.
- Formulation and implementation of programs designed to attain Vision 2030 objectives and sector goals.
- Development and implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans for Public Works and Infrastructure.
- Implementation of departmental policies and regulations.
- Providing strategic policy direction necessary for effective service delivery within the department.
- Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of Good Governance and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
Requirements for Appointment
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Be a Kenyan citizen.
- Education: 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.
- Experience: Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, with 5 years of this experience being in a senior/managerial position within a large organization.
- Professional Registration: Must be registered with relevant professional body (where applicable).
- Policy & Strategy: Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Kenya's Vision 2030. Must be a strategic thinker and results-oriented.
- Skills: Possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Must be computer literate.
- Work Ethic: Have the capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
- Governance: Have the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National Values and Principles of Governance and Values and Principles of Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
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