Chief Officer ICT & E-Government at Siaya County Government

The Officer will be the Accounting and Authorized Officer for the Department and will also be responsible for the following:

• General administration and coordination of the respective County Department.
• Development, implementation and review of policies, Sector Plans and Budgets.
• Overseeing management of Departmental resources, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and Programmes.
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs aligned to County visions and sector goals.
• Development/selection and deployment of suitable e-government applications to enhance delivery of public service on electronic platform.
• Implementation and monitoring of the Performance Management system.
• Ensuring that Departmental staff are capacity built for effective service delivery.
• Organizing and coordinating consultative forums with Stakeholders
• Promotion of National Values and Principles of Good Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Ensure effective service delivery through implementation of laid out policies and regulations.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must:-

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree in a relevant field from a University recognized   in Kenya. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than ten (10) years in a Management position in Public Service or Private Sector.
• Demonstrate understanding of devolution, county development objectives and vision 2030.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
• Be a strategic and result oriented individual and able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity.
• Have knowledge and experience in Programme Based Budgeting, Planning and Financial  analysis.

Additional Requirements

All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following additional documents

• Tax compliance certificates
• Clearance from HELB where necessary
• Clearance from the Ethics and anti- corruption commission
• Clearance from the CRB.
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the police