Chief Officer Job in Kenya - Public Works

The Kirinyaga County Public Service Board is pleased to invite applications from suitably qualified, motivated and Pro-active individuals to fill up the under listed vacant positions in the County.

PUBLIC WORKS

Responsibilities

  • Solid waste management;
  • Afforestation, Re forestation; Re-vegetation and beautification of urban and public places;
  • Conservation and rehabilitation of degraded landscapes;
  • Noise and air pollution control;

  • Enforcement and environmental governance processes
  • Community Education for sustainable environmental management;
  • Policy, Research and Strategies development of environmental management and governance;
  • management of the environment in the county;
  • develop a county strategic environmental action plan every 5 years

Qualifications

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Be in possession of at LEAST a first relevant degree from a University recognized in Kenya;
  • Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than five (5) years in the relevant field, three of which should be in a managerial position;
  • Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws;
  • Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and vision 2030;
  • Be computer literate;
  • Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Satisfies the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
  • Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;

Added Advantages for Chief Officers

  • Possession of Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
  • Membership of a professional body relevant to the position applied for and in good standing;
  • Be a results oriented individual, able to work under pressure to meet strict

NB: Pursuant to section 45 of the County Governments Act (2012), the Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in the department and shall report to the respective County Executive Committee Member.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed

  • Curriculum Vitae,
  • Academic and Professional certificates,
  • Testimonials,
  • National Identity Card or Passport and
  • Any other supporting

The applications should indicate the positions applied for on top of the envelope and addressed to:

The Secretary

County Public Service Board P O Box 260 – 10304

KUTUS

Hand delivered applications should be dropped at the County Headquarters 4TH floor, KUTUS (Office of County Public Service Board between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays).

Applicants should seek clearance from and attach copies or evidence of the CURRENT (valid in 2022) documents listed below: –

  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
  • Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before Friday, 25th November 2022.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.

NOTE

Women and persons living with disabilities who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit our website:

www.kirinyaga.go.ke for more details.

The Kirinyaga County Government is an equal opportunity employer.