Job Description
REF: TUR/CPSB/032/2023/2024: COUNTY CHIEF OFFICER, JOB GROUP “S” ONE (1)
POST,
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the respective County Executive Committee Member, the Officer will be the
Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the
following:-
i) General administration and coordination of the respective County Department.
ii) Development, implementation and review of policies, Sector Plans and Budgets.
iii) Overseeing management of Departmental resources, preparation of budget estimates, annual
work plans and Programmes.
iv) Formulation and implementation of effective programs aligned to County visions and sector
goals
v) Implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management system.
vi) Organizing and coordinating consultative forums with Stakeholders
vii) Promotion of National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Articles 10
and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
viii) Ensure effective service delivery through implementation of laid out policies and
regulations.
a. Knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement Regulations and Guidelines
b. Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management and controls
c. Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management in Public Sector
ix) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements for Appointment:
a) Be a Kenyan Citizen;
b) Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya;
c) Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in a Senior
Management position in Public Service or Private Sector;
d) Demonstrate understanding of Devolved Governance;
e) Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to work under pressure to meet strict
deadlines;
f) Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership
and Integrity;
g) Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning and Financial
analysis
h) Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives and Kenya Vision
2030 and Have Effective Communication Skills. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will
be an added advantage.
Terms of Service :( Local Contract.)