Secretary Job in Kenya

The Tharaka Nithi County Government

The Public Service Board

The Public Service Board of Tharaka Nithi County Government wishes to advertise the following position:

Ref: TNC/CPSB/24/2014

Post: County Secretary

Job Group T

1 Post

Terms of Service: Contract

Requirements for Appointment:

  • Be a Kenyan Citizen,
  • Be a holder of at least a first degree from a university recognized in Kenya,
  • A masters degree and/or a post graduate qualification in administration and management will be an added advantage,
  • Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than ten years in Administration and management,
  • Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution, and
  • Possess knowledge of the structural, legislative and regulatory framework of the Public Service.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Being the head of the county public service,
  • Being responsible for arranging the business, and keeping the minutes of the county executive committee subject to the directions of the executive committee,
  • Conveying the decisions of the county executive committee to the appropriate persons or authorities,
  • Performing any other functions as directed by the county executive committee,
  • Ensure efficient management of resources,
  • Coordination of County Government activities,
  • Interpret, disseminate and oversee the implementation of national and county government policies, and
  • Provide direction and guidance to public officers in the county.

Core Competencies

The following core competencies and skills will be required for the position of County Secretary:
  • Ability to portray and uphold a positive county/national image,
  • Be a visionary result-oriented strategic thinker,
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, and
  • Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

How to Apply:

All applications should be accompanied by a copy of National ID card, a detailed CV and copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials.

They should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left side the Reference of the position advertised to reach on or before 20th March 2014 and addressed to:

The Secretary
County Public Service Board
Tharaka Nithi County
P.O. Box 10,
Kathwana


Hand delivered applications should be handed over at the Tharaka Nithi County Headquarters offices at Kathwana.