Pursuant to Article 235(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Section 59(1)(b) of the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012; the County Public Service Board of Busia invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill vacant positions in the County Government on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service as follows:
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE,
LIVESTOCK, FISHERIES, CLIMATE CHANGE, BLUE ECONOMY &AGRIBUSINESS
Deputy Director Fisheries
(Blue Economy), Job Group ‘Q’-One (1) Post, Advert No. CPSB/52/2023
Duties and
responsibilities at this level will entail: –
Coordinating
fisheries extension services and co-management programs;
analyzing,
storing and disseminating fisheries related reports;
Coordinating
the implementation of fisheries development policies, programs and projects;
Liaising
with relevant stakeholders to design fisheries management programs;
Co-coordinating
fisheries research in fish stock assessment;
Promoting
fish marketing and value addition;
Evaluating
monitoring, controlling and surveillance (MCS)
Participating
in the implementation of bi-lateral projects and programs;
Participating
in negotiations of multi and bi-lateral agreements
Spearheading
the development of an aquaculture policy and strategic plan;
Promoting
public and private sector investments in the production of quality fish feeds
including stock programs;
Promoting
marketing and value addition of aquaculture products;
Overseeing
development and management of County fisheries
Facilitating
fishing gear development;
Fostering
fisheries co-operation among fishers and other stake holders;
Promoting
utilization of freshwater fisheries resources;
Ensuring
the provision of fisheries related infrastructural facilities;
Overseeing
Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) of the fisheries resources;
Coordinating
fisheries research and surveys;
Coordinating
of the monitoring of fish habitats for pollutants;
Promoting
recreational fisheries ecotourism and related activities in fresh water bodies
Qualifications
For appointment to this
position an officer must: –
Have
served in the position of Assistant Director of Fisheries for a minimum period
of three (3) years;
Have
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: – Fisheries, Zoology, Aquatic
Science, Natural resource management, Biochemistry, Food Science and
Technology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or any other equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution;
Master’s
degree in any of the following disciplines: – Biological Sciences, Natural
Resource Management, Aquatic Science, Biochemistry, Food Science and
Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences or any equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
Certificate
in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6)
weeks or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Have
certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
Knowledge
of the Fisheries development and management policies, Fisheries Act and other
related Statutes and international conventions;
Be
conversant with national and international fisheries agreements, conventions,
protocols and laws of the sea
Shown
competence in planning and implementation of development management and
research of fisheries projects and programs
Have
shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
Coordinating
programmes on the control and eradication of epizootic and zoonotic diseases
and pests;
Mandatory Additional
requirements
All applicants are
expected to attach copies of the following documents:
KRA
Tax compliance certificate
Clearance
from HELB
Clearance
from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Certificate
of Good Conduct
CRB
clearance certificate
How to apply
All applicants should
submit their application letter together with copies of their detailed
curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts, academic and
professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card and any other
supporting documents to the County Public Service Board – PORT
VICTORIA PLAZA on or before Wednesday 31st May, 2023 at 5.00 p.m.
Applications should be
addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO, County
Public Service Board, County Government of Busia,
P.O Box 1103- 50400,
Busia.
The County Government of
Busia is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth, and people living with
disability are encouraged to apply.
ALL FORMS OF CANVASSING
WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
