Chief Officer at Vihiga County Government

JOB GROUP “S”

Each Chief Officer will be in charge of one of the following departments:

• Information, Communication & Technology.
• Technical and Vocational Training.
• Cooperatives
• Environment

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in Kenya. Possession of a master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, 5 of which should be in a senior/managerial position in a large organization;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;
• Be a strategic thinker and results-oriented;
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines;
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National, Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and
• Be Computer literate.
• Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;

Responsibilities

• The Chief Officer will be the authorized officer and accounting officer in the specific department and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member.

Terms of Service: Contract

Salary: As per the Salaries and Remuneration Commission