CEO-Laikipia County Development Authority at Laikipia County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board and shall: - Subject to the direction of the Board, be responsible for the day-to-day management of the affairs of the Board;

in consultation with the Board, be responsible for the direction of the affairs and the transactions of the Board, the exercise, discharge and performance of its objectives, functions and duties and the general administration of the Authority; develop and recommend to the Board short- and long term goals, business plans and establish proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures; oversee the management of finances, preparation of budget estimates, annual work plans and programs; develop and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders including National Government, County Government, Members of County Assembly, Development Partners, Private Sector and the Communities; identify and mobilize County resources, financial or otherwise to ensure provision and sustainability of projects, programs and services; build the profile of the Authority as a solid trusted brand with a strong positive corporate identity and image; promote National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya and carry out any other function as may be assigned by the Board from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: -

• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career in management of not less than five (5) years from a public or private organization, three (3) of which must be in a Senior Management level;
• Be a holder of a least a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship or any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of National Goals, policies and development objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030, County Integrated Development Plan and County Strategic Plan;
• Have thorough understanding and respect of the diversity within the County; and
• Certificate in computer applications skills
• (Possession of a Masters degree in the relevant discipline will be an added advantage)