Climate Change Chief Officer Job in Kenya

County Chief Officer  

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Efficient utilization of funds and other Public resources placed at their disposal as they shall be the authorized officers in respect of exercise of delegated powers;
  • Giving effect to lawful directives of County Executive Committee Members and keeping them informed of all important activities and events;
  • Administration of the County department;
  • Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals;

  • Development and implementation   of    County’s strategic          and    Integrated Development Plans and sector development plans;
  • Implementation of policies, regulations and laws;
  • Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery;
  • Promotion of National Values and Principles as well as ensuring compliance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya;
  • Determining, managing   and   developing   department’s workforce including execution of performance contracts and appraisal of staff ;and
  • Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
  • Have relevant professional experience in leadership position or senior management level in the Public Service or Private Sector;
  • Have a proven experience in managing resources in a high performing organization;
  • Possess knowledge and skills in the following areas; Project Planning and Management, Public Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Conflict Resolution Management, Strategic Management and Leadership;
  • Have excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills;
  • Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030;
  • Be a strategic thinker and results oriented;
  • Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
  • Meet the requirements prescribed in Chapter six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity;
  • Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage; and
  • Membership to a professional body will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Written applications including the current Curriculum Vitae (With day time telephone numbers), Certified copies of academic and professional certificates and ID card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to:

Hand delivered applications should be submitted at Nandi County Public Service Board so as to reach the office on or before Friday 28th October, 2022. Online applications should be made vide Nandi County Public Service Board email: cpsb@nandi.go.ke.

In addition, interested candidates applying for the Positions of County Chief Officer,

County Solicitor,Director of Human Resource Management and Development, Director Administrative Services-Office of the County Secretary, Assistant Director, Administration Services and Assistant Director Enforcement and Compliance are advised to submit clearances from:

  • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)-Tax Compliance Certificate ;
  • The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); and
  • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted;

Nandi County Public Service Board (NCPSB) DOES NOT use Agents nor charge ANY FEE at any stage of the recruitment and selection Our official communication channels are; email address cpsb@nandi.go.ke and phone number 0781848494 ONLY.

Any form of canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification; and

County Government of Nandi is an equal opportunity employer. Women, youth and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply;