Pursuant to the provisions of the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012 Section 45, read together with section 59 and 66 the County Public Service Board of Kitui invites applications from qualified persons to fill in the positions of Chief Officers for the following departments:-
COUNTY CHIEF OFFICERS JOB GROUP CPSB 02 (JG ‘S’) 10 POSTS
Departments:
- Basic Education, ECDE &
Childcare Facilities
- Polytechnics, Vocational Centres
and Homecraft Centres
- Lands & Housing
- Urban Development
- Agriculture and Fisheries
- Livestock
Development and Apiculture
- Water
- Irrigation
- Environment & Forestry
- Energy, Minerals & Natural
Resources
Responsibilities
- General
administration in respect of the budget of the assigned County Department;
- Being
the Accounting Officer and authorized officer of the department;
- Provision
of strategic policy direction for the effective delivery of services by
the department;
- Development
and implementation of county strategic plans and sector development plans;
- Facilitating
the achievement of the goals and objectives of the County Government and
Intergovernmental programs and projects;
- Ensuring
efficient and effective utilization of financial, Human and other
Resources in the Department and submitting regular statutory reports as
required;
- Ensuring
promotion and compliance with National Values and Principles of Governance
as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
- Overseeing
implementation and monitoring of performance management systems;
- Formulate
and implement effective program plans to attain vision 2030 and sector
goals;
- Any
other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Committee Member or the
County Secretary;
Qualifications
- Be
a Kenyan Citizen.
- Be
a holder of at least a first Degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
- A
post-graduate qualification in the relevant field will be an added
advantage but not mandatory.
- Have
relevant knowledge and experience of more than five years in the relevant
field.
- Satisfy
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on
Leadership and integrity.
- Be
conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and all the devolution related
legislations.
- Possess
an understanding and exhibit commitment to National Values and Principles
of Governance and Public Service as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the
Constitution of Kenya, 2010 respectively.
- Have
the capacity to work under pressure to meet timelines
- Have
the ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and
respect for diversity
- Be
a strategic thinker and result oriented;
- Have
excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
- Be
computer literate.
d) Mandatory Integrity Clearance:
ONLY Successful applicants will be required to submit clearances
from the following institutions:-
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
- Credit Reference Bureau (CRB);
- Directorate of Criminal
Investigation (D.C.I);
- Ethics & Anti-Corruption
Commission (EACC);
- Higher Education Loans Board
(HELB).
NOTE: All academic testimonials and transcripts will be
subjected to verification and authentication by relevant authorities.
e) Terms of Service: Contract
f) Salary: as prescribed by the
Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
How to Apply
Written applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies
of academic and professional certificates and ID card clearly indicating the
position applied for on the ENVELOPE should be submitted in a sealed envelope
and addressed to:
THE
SECRETARY/CEO
KITUI COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD,
P. O. BOX 33-90200,
KITUI
OR
Delivered by hand to ;
Kitui County Public
Service Board offices,
located along Prison-Kefri
Road on or before Friday October 28, 2022 by 5pm.
Detailed information
regarding these vacant positions can be accessed from the County
Government of Kitui website www.kitui.go.ke
The County Government of Kitui is an equal opportunity employer
and does not charge commission for its recruitment services. Qualified Women,
persons living with disability and those from minority and Marginalised groups
are encouraged to apply.